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Performing work

components in the vehicle can

9 Danger

only be serviced by technicians

with special training.

The ignition system uses

extremely high voltage. Do not

touch.

High voltage components are

identified by labels. Do not

remove, open, take apart, or

modify these components. High

voltage cable or wiring has orange

covering. Do not probe, tamper

with, cut, or modify high voltage

cable or wiring.

PHEV

Caution

Even small amounts of

9 Danger

contamination to the liquids can

cause damage to vehicle systems.

Do not allow contaminants to

contact the fluids, reservoir caps,

or dipsticks.

9 Warning

Never try to perform maintenance

work on high voltage components

yourself. You may be injured and

the vehicle may be damaged.

Service and repair of these high

voltage components should only

be performed by a trained service

technician with proper knowledge

and tools. Exposure to high

Only perform engine compartment

checks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may start

operating even if the ignition is off.

Bonnet

Opening

Open the left front door.

voltage may cause shock, burns,

and even death. The high voltage

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Engine oil

Check the engine oil level manually

on a regular basis to prevent damage

to the engine. Ensure that the correct

specification of engine oil is used.

Recommended fluids and lubricants

3 304.

The maximum engine oil

consumption is 0.6 l per 1000 km.

Check with the vehicle on a level

surface. The engine must be at

operating temperature and switched

off for at least five minutes.

Pull the release lever and return it to

its original position.

Secure the bonnet support.

Closing

Before closing the bonnet, press the

support into the holder.

Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the

latch from a low height (20-25 cm).

Check that the bonnet is engaged.

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the

latch to avoid dents.

Push the safety catch upwards and

open the bonnet.

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Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

reinsert it fully, pull out and read the

engine oil level.

When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top up the

engine oil.

Different dipsticks are used

depending on engine variant.

We recommend the use of the same

grade of engine oil that was used at

last change.

Propulsion types 3 4.

Driver Information Centre 3 86.

Caution

Overfilled engine oil must be

drained or suctioned out. If the

engine oil exceeds the maximum

level, do not start the vehicle and

contact a workshop.

Coolant level MHEV and ICE

Caution

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

Capacities 3 314.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

Engine coolant

The factory filled coolant provides

freeze protection down to approx.

-37 °C.

Caution

Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant and antifreeze 3 304.

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the

MIN mark. Top up if the level is low.

Coolant level PHEV

If the coolant level is too low, a

The engine oil level must not exceed

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

corresponding message is displayed

in the Driver Information Centre. Seek

the assistance of a workshop to have

the engine coolant topped up.

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Washer fluid

Brakes

9 Warning

In the event of minimum thickness of

the brake lining, a squealing noise

sounds during braking.

Allow the engine to cool before

opening the cap. Carefully open

the cap, relieving the pressure

slowly.

Continued driving is possible but

have the brake lining replaced as

soon as possible.

Once new brake linings are installed,

do not brake unnecessarily hard for

the first few journeys.

To top up, use a 1:1 mixture of

released coolant concentrate mixed

with clean tap water. If no coolant

concentrate is available, use clean

tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have

the coolant concentration checked

and have the cause of the coolant

loss remedied by a workshop.

Brake fluid

Fill with clean water mixed with a

suitable quantity of approved

windscreen washer fluid which

contains antifreeze.

9 Warning

Brake fluid is poisonous and

corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,

skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.

Caution

Only washer fluid with a sufficient

antifreeze concentration provides

protection at low temperatures or

a sudden drop in temperature.

Washer fluid 3 304.

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When the vehicle battery is being

replaced, please ensure that there

are no open ventilation holes in the

vicinity of the positive terminal. If a

ventilation hole is open in this area, it

must be closed off with a dummy cap,

and the ventilation in the vicinity of the

negative terminal must be opened.

Ensure that the battery is always

replaced by the same type of battery.

The vehicle battery has to be

replaced by a workshop.

Batteries do not belong in household

waste. They must be disposed of at

an appropriate recycling collection

point.

Laying up the vehicle for more than

four weeks can lead to battery

discharge. Disconnect the clamp from

the positive terminal of the vehicle

battery.

The brake fluid level must be between

the DANGER and MAX marks.

If fluid level is below DANGER seek

Stop-start system 3 176.

Charging the vehicle battery

the assistance of a workshop.

Brake and clutch fluid 3 304.

Ensure the ignition is switched off

before connecting or disconnecting

the vehicle battery.

9 Warning

On vehicles with stop-start

system, ensure that the charging

potential does not exceed 14.6 V

when using a battery charger.

Otherwise the vehicle battery may

be damaged.

Vehicle storage 3 265.

Vehicle battery

The vehicle battery is maintenance-

free provided that the driving profile

allows sufficient charging of the

battery. Short-distance-driving and

frequent engine starts can discharge

the battery. Avoid the use of

Replacing the vehicle battery

Note

Any deviation from the instructions

given in this section may lead to

temporary deactivation or

disturbance of the stop-start system.

Jump starting 3 292.

unnecessary electric consumers.

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Deactivating power saving mode

Power saving mode is deactivated

automatically when the engine is

restarted. Run the engine for a

sufficient charge:

Discharge protection

Heating functionalities

Power saving mode

This mode deactivates electric

consumers to avoid excessive

discharging of the vehicle battery.

These consumers, such as the

Infotainment system, windscreen

wipers, low beam headlights,

courtesy light, etc. can be used for a

total maximum time of about

40 minutes after ignition is switched

off.

Note

Individual heating functionalities,

such as heated seats or heated

steering wheel, may be temporarily

unavailable in the event of electric

loading constraints. Functions will

be resumed after some minutes.

●

for less than ten minutes to use

the consumers for approx. five

minutes

●

for more than ten minutes to use

the consumers for up to approx.

30 minutes

Idle boost

If charging of the vehicle battery is

required due to battery condition, the

power output of the generator must

be increased. This will be achieved by

an idle boost which may be audible.

A message appears in the Driver

Information Centre.

Changing into power saving mode

When power saving mode is

activated, a message appears in the

Driver Information Centre.

An active telephone call using the

hands-free option will be maintained

for around ten minutes longer.

Warning label

Power outlet

The power outlets are deactivated in

the event of low vehicle battery

voltage.

Battery discharge protection 3 104.

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Meaning of symbols:

●

Do not store the vehicle for a long

period of non-use (more than

twelve hours) when the high

voltage battery has a low or high

charge level. Prefer a charge

level between 20 and 40%.

●

Always inform the fire and

emergency services in the event

of an incident, that the vehicle is

equipped with a high voltage

battery.

●

No sparks, naked flames or

smoking.

●

Always shield eyes. Explosive

gases can cause blindness or

injury.

●

Never touch the liquids leaking

from the high voltage battery.

●

Limit the use of fast charging.

●

The vehicle battery contains

sulphuric acid which could cause

blindness or serious burn

injuries.

Do not expose the vehicle to

temperatures below -30 °C and

above 60 °C for more than 24

hours.

Avoid charging the vehicle at low

temperatures (except if the

vehicle ran more than 20

minutes) or above 30 °C.

Do not use the high voltage

battery as a generator of energy.

Do not use a generator to

recharge the high voltage

battery.

Do not inhale the gases emitted

by the high voltage battery which

are toxic.

Move away from the vehicle in

the event of incident or accident,

the gases emitted being

flammable and could cause a

fire.

Too low a coolant level must be

topped up and the cause of the

coolant loss remedied by a

workshop.

●

Keep the vehicle battery out of

●

reach of children.

See the Owner's Manual for

further information.

Explosive gas may be present in

the vicinity of the vehicle battery.

●

High voltage battery

To preserve the range and the

durability of the high voltage battery,

the following is recommended:

Vehicle storage 3 265.

Leakage

●

Whenever possible do not

charge the high voltage battery

more than 80%.

Damage to the high voltage battery

could result in the leakage of toxic

gases or fluids either immediately or

later. The following is recommended:

●

Do not completely discharge the

high voltage battery.

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Within one minute after switching off

ignition, operate the wiper lever to

position the wiper blades vertically on

the windscreen.

Lift the wiper arm until it stays in the

raised position, press button to

disengage the wiper blade and

remove.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

Diesel fuel system bleeding

If the tank has been run dry, the diesel

fuel system must be bled. Switch on

the ignition three times for

Lower wiper arm carefully.

15 seconds at a time. Then crank the

engine for a maximum of

40 seconds. Repeat this process after

no less than five seconds. If the

engine fails to start, seek the

assistance of a workshop.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Wiper blade replacement

Rear window

Windscreen

Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade

as shown in illustration and remove.

Switch off ignition.

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