2008-2017 Vauxhall Insignia 4 Door Vehicle care User Manual
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Vehicle care for Your Vauxhall Insignia 4 Door First Generation (2008-2017)

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Vehicle storage  
Storage for a long period of time  
If the vehicle is to be stored for several  
months:  
General Information  
Vehicle care  
Accessories and vehicle  
modifications  
General Information ................... 216  
Vehicle checks ........................... 217  
Bulb replacement ....................... 226  
Electrical system ........................ 236  
Vehicle tools .............................. 242  
Wheels and tyres ....................... 243  
Jump starting ............................. 256  
Towing ....................................... 258  
Appearance care ....................... 261  
We recommend to use genuine parts  
and accessories and factory  
■ Wash and wax the vehicle.  
■ Have the wax in the engine  
compartment and underbody  
checked.  
■ Clean and preserve rubber seals.  
■ Fill up fuel tank completely.  
■ Change engine oil.  
■ Drain washer fluid reservoir.  
■ Check coolant antifreeze and  
corrosion protection.  
■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value  
specified for full load.  
■ Park vehicle in dry, well ventilated  
place. Engage first or reverse gear  
or set selector lever to P. Prevent  
the vehicle from rolling.  
approved parts specific for your  
vehicle type. We cannot assess or  
guarantee reliability of other products  
- even if they have a regulatory or  
otherwise granted approval.  
Do not make any modifications to the  
electrical system, e.g. changes of  
electronic control units (chip tuning).  
Caution  
When transporting the vehicle on  
a train or on a recovery vehicle, the  
mud flaps might be damaged.  
■ Do not apply parking brake.  
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■ Open bonnet, close all doors and  
lock the vehicle.  
■ Disconnect the clamp from the  
negative terminal of the vehicle  
battery. Beware that all systems are  
not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm  
system.  
website, where legally required. Only  
entrust this work to an authorised  
recycling centre.  
Gas vehicles must be recycled by a  
service centre authorised for gas  
vehicles.  
Vehicle checks  
Performing work  
Putting back into operation  
When the vehicle is to be put back into  
operation:  
■ Connect the clamp to the negative  
terminal of the vehicle battery.  
Activate the electronics of the  
power windows.  
■ Check tyre pressure.  
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.  
■ Check the engine oil level.  
■ Check the coolant level.  
9 Warning  
Only perform engine compartment  
checks when the ignition is off.  
The cooling fan may start  
operating even if the ignition is off.  
■ Fit the number plate if necessary.  
End-of-life vehicle  
recovery  
Information on end-of-life vehicle  
recovery centres and the recycling of  
end-of-life vehicles is available on our  
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Engine oil  
9 Danger  
Check the engine oil manually on a  
regular basis to prevent damage to  
the engine. Ensure that the correct  
specification of oil is used.  
The ignition system and Xenon  
headlights use extremely high  
voltage. Do not touch.  
Recommended fluids and lubricants  
3 266.  
Bonnet  
Opening  
Check with the vehicle on a level  
surface. The engine must be at  
operating temperature and switched  
off for at least 5 minutes.  
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,  
insert it to the stop on the handle, pull  
out and read the engine oil level.  
Insert dipstick to the stop on the  
handle and make half a turn.  
Move the safety catch sideways to the  
left vehicle side and open the bonnet.  
The bonnet is held open  
automatically.  
Air intake 3 150.  
If the bonnet is opened during an  
Autostop, the engine will be restarted  
automatically for safety reasons.  
Stop-start system 3 157.  
Pull the release lever and return it to  
its original position.  
Closing  
Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop  
into the catch. Check that the bonnet  
is engaged.  
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When the engine oil level has  
dropped to the MIN mark, top up  
engine oil.  
Different dipsticks are used  
depending on engine variant.  
The engine oil level must not exceed  
the MAX mark on the dipstick.  
Caution  
We recommend the use of the same  
grade of engine oil that was used at  
last change.  
Overfilled engine oil must be  
drained or suctioned out.  
Capacities 3 286, Engine oil quality/  
viscosity 3 266.  
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.  
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Automatic transmission fluid level  
normally does not have to be  
checked. To check the fluid level seek  
the assistance of a workshop.  
Automatic transmission  
fluid  
Caution  
Engine coolant  
Extremely small amounts of  
contamination can cause  
automatic transmission damage  
and cause it to not work properly.  
Do not allow contaminates to  
contact the fluid side of the  
reservoir cap or from entering the  
reservoir.  
The coolant provides freeze  
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In  
northern countries with very low  
temperatures the factory filled coolant  
provides frost protection down to  
approx. -37 °C.  
If the cooling system is cold, the  
coolant level should be above the  
filling line mark. Top up if the level is  
low.  
Caution  
Only use approved antifreeze.  
Coolant level  
Caution  
Too low a coolant level can cause  
engine damage.  
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On another version the filling line  
mark is inside the filler opening. To  
check open the cap.  
General  
contaminates to contact the fluid  
side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or  
from entering the reservoir.  
9 Warning  
Additional cooling circuit for Turbo  
engine  
Coolant container is fixed at the air  
cleaner housing.  
Allow the engine to cool before  
opening the cap. Carefully open  
the cap, relieving the pressure  
slowly.  
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.  
Power steering fluid level normally  
does not have to be checked. If an  
unusual noise sounds during steering  
or the power steering reacts  
conspicuous seek the assistance of a  
workshop.  
Power steering fluid  
If the cooling system is cold, the  
coolant level should be above the  
filling line mark. Top up if the level is  
low.  
Caution  
Extremely small amounts of  
contamination can cause steering  
system damage and cause it to not  
work properly. Do not allow  
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Washer fluid  
Brakes  
In the event of minimum thickness of  
the brake lining, a squealing noise  
sounds during braking.  
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.  
Brake fluid  
The brake fluid level must be between  
the MIN and the MAX marks.  
Fill with clean water mixed with a  
suitable quantity of windscreen  
washer fluid which contains  
antifreeze.  
9 Warning  
If fluid level is below MIN seek the  
assistance of a workshop.  
Brake fluid is poisonous and  
corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,  
skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.  
Brake and clutch fluid 3 266.  
Caution  
Vehicle battery  
Vehicles without stop-start system  
will be equipped with a lead acid  
battery. Vehicles with stop-start  
system will be equipped with an AGM  
battery which is not a lead acid  
battery.  
Only washer fluid with a sufficient  
antifreeze concentration provides  
protection at low temperatures or  
a sudden drop in temperature.  
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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  
off with a dummy cap, and the  
ventilation in the vicinity of the  
Replacing the vehicle battery  
Note  
Any deviation from the instructions  
given in this paragraph may lead to  
a temporary deactivation of the stop-  
start system.  
negative terminal must be opened.  
Only use vehicle batteries that allow  
the fuse box to be mounted above the  
battery.  
In vehicles with stop-start system, be  
sure to have the AGM (Absorptive  
Glass Mat) battery replaced with an  
AGM battery again.  
unnecessary electrical consumers.  
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  
4 weeks can lead to vehicle battery  
discharge. Disconnect the clamp from  
the negative terminal of the vehicle  
battery.  
The vehicle battery is covered.  
Remove the cover to replace the  
battery. Lift up the cover at the rear  
and unlatch it at the front.  
Ensure the ignition is switched off  
before connecting or disconnecting  
the vehicle battery.  
An AGM battery can be identified by  
the label on the battery. We  
recommend the use of an original  
Opel battery.  
When the 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  
Battery discharge protection 3 136.  
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Note  
■ See the Owner’s Manual for further  
information.  
■ Explosive gas may be present in  
the vicinity of the vehicle battery.  
Warning label  
Using an AGM battery different from  
the original Opel battery might result  
in a lower performance of the stop-  
start system.  
We recommend that you have the  
vehicle battery replaced by a  
workshop.  
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  
Stop-start system 3 157.  
Charging the vehicle battery  
15 seconds at a time. Then crank the  
engine for a maximum of  
40 seconds. Repeat this process after  
no less than 5 seconds. If the engine  
fails to start, seek the assistance of a  
workshop.  
9 Warning  
Meaning of symbols:  
■ No sparks, naked flames or  
smoking.  
■ Always shield eyes. Explosive  
gases can cause blindness or  
injury.  
On vehicles with stop-start  
system, ensure that the charging  
potential does not exceed  
14.6 volts when using a battery  
charger. Otherwise the battery  
might be damaged.  
■ Keep the vehicle battery out of  
reach of children.  
Jump starting 3 256.  
■ The vehicle battery contains  
sulphuric acid which could cause  
blindness or serious burn injuries.  
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Wiper blade on the rear window  
Wiper blade replacement  
Wiper blades on the windscreen  
Disengage the wiper blade and  
remove.  
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled  
to the wiper arm and push until it  
engages.  
Lift the wiper arm. Press the two  
catches on the arm, disengage the  
wiper blade and remove.  
Attach the wiper blade slightly angled  
to the wiper arm and push until it  
engages.  
Lift the wiper arm and open the  
retaining clip.  
Lower wiper arm carefully.  
Lower wiper arm carefully.  
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Bi-Halogen Headlight (1)  
Halogen headlights  
Bulb replacement  
Switch off the ignition and switch off  
the relevant switch or close the doors.  
Only hold a new bulb at the base. Do  
not touch the bulb glass with bare  
hands.  
Use only the same bulb type for  
replacement.  
Replace headlight bulbs from within  
the engine compartment.  
Bulb check  
After a bulb replacement switch on  
the ignition, operate and check the  
lights.  
On left vehicle side pull filling pipe out  
of the windscreen washer fluid  
container.  
Bi-Halogen Headlight (1) with one  
bulb for low and high beam.  
Sidelight/Daytime running light (2).  
Front turn signal light (3)  
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2. Rotate the bulb holder  
anticlockwise to disengage.  
Withdraw the bulb holder from the  
reflector.  
Sidelight/Daytime running light  
(2)  
1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and  
remove it.  
1. Rotate cap anticlockwise and  
withdraw from the reflector.  
3. Disengage the bulb holder from  
the plug connector by bending  
apart slightly the retaining lug.  
4. Replace the bulb and connect  
with the plug.  
5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging  
the two lugs into the reflector and  
rotate clockwise to secure.  
6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.  
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3. Remove the bulb from the socket  
by pulling.  
1. Rotate bulb socket anti-clockwise  
to disengage. Withdraw the bulb  
socket from the housing.  
4. Replace and insert new bulb into  
socket.  
5. Insert the bulb socket into the  
housing and let engage.  
6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.  
Sidelight/Daytime running light  
with LEDs  
On another version sidelight and  
daytime running lights are designed  
as LEDs. In case of defective have  
LEDs replaced by a workshop.  
2. Press snap-in tongues together  
and move socket out of the  
housing.  
Front turn light (3)  
2. Push bulb into socket slightly,  
rotate anti-clockwise and remove.  
3. Replace and insert new bulb into  
socket by rotating clockwise.  
4. Insert bulb socket in reflector,  
rotate clockwise to engage.  
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2. Rotate the bulb holder  
Corner lighting  
Xenon headlights  
anticlockwise to disengage.  
Withdraw the bulb holder from the  
reflector.  
9 Danger  
Adaptive forward lighting system  
uses Xenon headlights.  
Xenon headlights work under  
extremely high electrical voltage.  
Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced  
by a workshop.  
Bulbs for front turn signal and  
corner lighting can be changed.  
Sidelight/Daytime running lights are  
designed as Light Emitting Diodes  
(LEDs) and cannot be changed.  
1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and  
remove it.  
3. Disengage the bulb from the plug  
connector by unlatching and  
pulling.  
4. Replace the bulb and connect  
bulb holder with the plug  
connector.  
5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging  
the two lugs into the reflector and  
rotate clockwise to secure.  
6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.  
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2. Rotate the bulb holder  
anticlockwise to disengage.  
Withdraw the bulb holder from the  
reflector.  
Front turn signal  
Sidelight/Daytime running light  
Sidelight and daytime running lights  
are designed as LEDs. In case of  
failure, have LEDs replaced by a  
workshop.  
Fog lights  
The bulbs are accessible from the  
underside of the vehicle.  
1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and  
remove it.  
3. Disengage the bulb holder from  
the plug connector by unlatching  
and pulling.  
4. Replace the bulb and connect  
bulb holder with the plug.  
5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging  
the two lugs into the reflector and  
rotate clockwise to secure.  
1. Turn the bulb holder anti-  
clockwise and remove it from the  
reflector.  
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Tail lights  
5-door Hatchback/4-door  
Saloon  
2. Disengage the bulb socket from  
the plug connector by pressing  
the retaining lug.  
2. Unscrew three plastic securing  
nuts from the inside by hand.  
3. Remove and replace the bulb  
socket with bulb and attach the  
plug connector.  
4. Insert the bulb socket into the  
reflector and turn clockwise to  
engage.  
1. Remove cover from the inside of  
the load compartment.  
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3. Carefully withdraw the light  
assembly from the recesses and  
remove.  
failure, have LEDs replaced by a  
workshop.  
5. Insert bulb holder into the tail light  
assembly and turn clockwise. Fit  
light assembly with the retaining  
pins into the recesses of the  
vehicle body and tighten the  
securing nuts from the inside of  
the load compartment. Close  
cover.  
Sports Tourer/Country Tourer  
2. Unscrew three plastic securing  
nuts by hand.  
4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise  
and remove. Replace bulb by  
withdrawing or turning:  
Turn signal light 1  
Rear fog light 2, only on driver side  
Reverse light 3  
Tail light and brake light are  
designed as LEDs. In case of  
1. Release and open the cover in the  
tailgate.  
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3. Carefully withdraw the light  
assembly from the recesses and  
remove.  
pins into the recesses of the  
tailgate and tighten the securing  
nuts from the inside of the tailgate.  
Close cover.  
Additional tail lights in the tailgate  
frame  
1. Open tailgate.  
3. Press out lamp housing from the  
inside of the side trim panel.  
4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise  
and remove. Replace bulb by  
withdrawing:  
Reverse light 1  
Turn signal light 2  
2. Release cover in side trim panel  
and remove.  
Tail light, brake light and rear fog  
light are designed as LEDs. In  
case of failure, have LEDs  
replaced by a workshop.  
5. Insert bulb holder into the tail light  
assembly and turn clockwise. Fit  
light assembly with the retaining  
4. Rotate plastic nut anticlockwise  
and remove from the bulb holder.  
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5. Push bulb into socket slightly,  
rotate anti-clockwise, remove and  
renew bulb. Insert plastic nut into  
bulb holder by rotating clockwise.  
4. Insert bulb holder and turn  
clockwise.  
5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to  
the left and insert right end.  
Tail light (1)  
Turn signal light (2)  
Number plate light  
6. Insert bulb holder into the tailgate  
frame. Close cover in the side trim  
panel.  
Side turn signal lights  
2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise  
and remove from housing.  
To replace bulb, remove lamp  
housing:  
1. Insert screwdriver in bulb  
housing, press to the side and  
release spring.  
3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and  
replace it.  
1. Slide lamp to its left side and  
remove with its right end.  
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4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and  
replace it.  
5. Insert bulb holder into lamp  
housing and turn clockwise.  
6. Insert lamp into bumper and let  
engage.  
Interior lights  
Courtesy light, reading lights  
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.  
2. Remove lamp downwards, taking  
care not to pull on the cable.  
2. Press bulb slightly towards spring  
clip and remove.  
Load compartment light  
3. Insert new bulb.  
4. Install lamp.  
Instrument panel  
illumination  
Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.  
1. Prise the lamp out with a  
screwdriver.  
3. Remove bulb holder from lamp  
housing by turning anticlockwise.  
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Depending on the type of fuse, a  
blown fuse can be recognized by its  
melted wire. Do not replace the fuse  
until the cause of the fault has been  
remedied.  
Some functions are protected by  
several fuses.  
Electrical system  
Fuses  
Data on the replacement fuse must  
match the data on the defective fuse.  
There are three fuse boxes in the  
vehicle:  
Fuses may also be inserted without  
existence of a function.  
■ in the front left of the engine  
compartment,  
■ in left-hand drive vehicles, in the  
interior behind the storage  
compartment, or, in right-hand  
drive vehicles, behind the  
glovebox,  
Fuse extractor  
A fuse extractor may be located in the  
fuse box in the engine compartment.  
There are different kinds of fuses in  
the vehicle.  
■ behind a cover on the left side of the  
load compartment.  
Before replacing a fuse, turn off the  
respective switch and the ignition.  
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Engine compartment fuse  
box  
Place the fuse extractor on the  
various types of fuse from the top or  
side, and withdraw fuse.  
The fuse box is in the front left of the  
engine compartment.  
Disengage the cover, lift it upwards  
and remove.  
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No. Circuit  
No. Circuit  
No. Circuit  
1
2
3
4
5
Transmission control module  
16 Vacuum pump, mass air flow  
meter, water in fuel sensor, DC  
transformer  
31 Air conditioning system  
32 Body control module  
33 Heated front seats  
34 Sunroof  
Engine control module  
17  
18 Adaptive forward lighting  
19 Adaptive forward lighting  
20 Fuel pump  
Ignition, Transmission control  
module, Engine control module  
35 Infotainment system  
36  
6
7
8
9
Windscreen wiper  
37 Right high beam  
38 Left high beam  
21 Rear power windows  
22 ABS  
Fuel injection, ignition system  
Fuel injection, ignition system  
39  
40  
23 Variable effort steering  
24 Front power windows  
25 Power outlets  
10 Engine control module  
11 Lambda probe  
12 Starter  
41 Vacuum pump  
42 Radiator fan  
26 ABS  
43 Vehicle battery, DC transformer  
(only on vehicles with stop-start  
system)  
27 Electric parking brake  
28 Heated rear window  
29 Left power seat  
30 Right power seat  
13 Sensor throttle heating  
14 Lighting  
44 Headlamp washer system  
45 Radiator fan  
15 Rear window wiper  
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No. Circuit  
No. Circuit  
62  
Instrument panel fuse box  
46 Terminal 87, main relay  
47 Lambda probe  
48 Fog lights  
63 Rear window sensor  
64 Adaptive forward lighting  
49 Right low beam  
50 Left low beam  
51 Horn  
65 Auxiliary pump (only on vehicles  
with stop-start system)  
66 Rear window washer system  
67 Fuel system control module  
52 Ignition  
68  
53 Ignition, ventilated front seats  
54 Ignition  
69 Vehicle battery sensor  
70 Rain sensor  
In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse  
box is behind the storage  
compartment in the instrument panel.  
55 Power windows, mirror folding  
56 Windscreen washer  
71 Vehicle battery sensor  
Open compartment, compress the  
locking tabs, fold compartment down  
and remove.  
After changing of defective fuses  
close the fuse box cover and press  
until it engages.  
57  
58  
If the fuse box cover is not closed  
correctly, malfunctions may occur.  
59 Diesel fuel heating, emission  
control system  
60 Mirror heating  
61 Mirror heating  
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No. Circuit  
No. Circuit  
1
Infotainment system, Info  
16 Central locking system, tailgate  
17 Air conditioning system  
18 Transportation fuse  
19 Memory  
display  
2
3
4
Body control unit  
Body control unit  
Infotainment system, Info  
display  
20  
21 Instrument  
5
Infotainment system, Info  
display  
22 Ignition  
In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse  
box is located behind a cover in the  
glovebox. Open the glovebox and  
remove the cover.  
6
7
8
9
Cigarette lighter  
Power outlet  
23 Body control unit  
24 Body control unit  
Body control unit  
Body control unit  
25  
26 Power outlet load compartment  
10 Body control unit  
11 Interior fan  
Power seats, No's. 12 and 13, have  
an overload protection. The circuit will  
be closed again after cooling down.  
12  
13  
14 Diagnostic connector  
15 Airbag  
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No. Circuit  
Load compartment fuse  
box  
1
Central locking system, Power  
tailgate  
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Trailer module  
Trailer socket  
Steering wheel heating  
Trailer socket  
Sunroof  
The fuse box is on the left side of the  
load compartment behind a cover.  
Remove the cover.  
10 Central locking system, tailgate  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15 Power tailgate lock  
16 Air conditioning system  
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No. Circuit  
No. Circuit  
Vehicle tools  
Tools  
17  
18  
29 Trailer module, transportation  
fuse  
Vehicles with tyre repair kit  
30 Side obstacle detector  
19 Side obstacle detector  
31  
32  
33  
20 Side obstacle detector, venti‐  
lated front seats  
21 Active damping system, High  
beam assist, Cruise control,  
Traffic sign assistant, Lane  
departure warning, trailer  
module  
34 Sunroof  
35  
36  
37  
22 Anti-theft alarm system  
23 All-wheel drive, anti-theft alarm  
system  
The tools and the towing eye are  
located together with the tyre repair  
kit in a tool box below the floor cover  
in the load compartment.  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
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Tyre sizes 205/60 R 16 and  
235/45 R 18 are only suitable as  
winter tyres.  
Vehicles with spare wheel  
Wheels and tyres  
Tyre condition, wheel condition  
Drive over edges slowly and at right  
angles if possible. Driving over sharp  
edges can cause tyre and wheel  
damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb  
when parking.  
Regularly check the wheels for  
damage. Seek the assistance of a  
workshop in the event of damage or  
unusual wear.  
Tyre designations  
E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H  
215 = Tyre width, mm  
60 = Cross-section ratio (tyre height  
to tyre width), %  
R
= Belt type: Radial  
RF = Type: RunFlat  
16 = Wheel diameter, inches  
95 = Load index e.g. 95 is  
equivalent to 690 kg  
The jack with wheel wrench, the tools,  
an extension bolt for securing a  
damaged wheel and the towing eye  
are placed in the tool box below the  
spare wheel in the load compartment.  
Spare wheel 3 254.  
A label on the jack indicates the  
vehicles for which the jack can be  
used.  
Winter tyres  
H
= Speed code letter  
Winter tyres improve driving safety at  
temperatures below 7 °C and should  
therefore be fitted on all wheels.  
Speed code letter:  
Q = up to 160 km/h  
S = up to 180 km/h  
T = up to 190 km/h  
H = up to 210 km/h  
V = up to 240 km/h  
W = up to 270 km/h  
In accordance with country-specific  
regulations, affix the speed sticker in  
the driver's field of view.  
All tyre sizes are permitted as winter  
tyres 3 287.  
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,  
Sports Tourer  
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The tyre pressure data refers to cold  
tyres. It applies to summer and winter  
tyres.  
Always inflate the spare tyre to the  
pressure specified for full load.  
The ECO tyre pressure serves to  
achieve the smallest amount of fuel  
consumption possible.  
Incorrect tyre pressures will impair  
safety, vehicle handling, comfort and  
fuel economy and will increase tyre  
wear.  
Tyre pressures differ depending on  
various options. For the correct tyre  
pressure value, follow the procedure  
below:  
The driver is responsible for correct  
adjustment of tyre pressure.  
Tyre pressure  
Check the pressure of cold tyres at  
least every 14 days and before any  
long journey. Do not forget the spare  
wheel. This also applies to vehicles  
with tyre pressure monitoring system.  
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If the pressure is too low, this can  
result in considerable tyre warm-  
up and internal damage, leading to  
tread separation and even to tyre  
blow-out at high speeds.  
Unscrew the valve cap.  
If the tyre pressure shall be reduced  
or increased on a vehicle with tyre  
pressure monitoring system, switch  
off ignition. After adjusting tyre  
pressure switch on ignition and select  
the according setting on the page  
Tyre load in the Driver Information  
Centre, 3 111.  
1. Identify drive axle and body style.  
2. Identify the engine identifier code.  
Engine data 3 273.  
Tyre pressure monitoring  
system  
3. Identify the respective tyre.  
The tyre pressure tables show all  
possible tyre combinations 3 287.  
For the tyres approved for your  
vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of  
Conformity provided with your vehicle  
or other national registration  
documents.  
Tyre pressure 3 287.  
The tyre and loading information label  
on the left door frame indicates the  
original equipment tyres and the  
correspondent tyre pressures.  
The tyre pressure monitoring system  
checks the pressure of all four wheels  
once a minute when vehicle speed  
exceeds a certain limit.  
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If w lights up, stop as soon as  
possible and inflate the tyres as  
recommended 3 287.  
After inflating driving may be required  
to update the tyre pressure values in  
the Driver Information Centre. During  
this time w may light up.  
Caution  
Tyre pressure monitoring system  
warns just about low tyre pressure  
condition and does not replace  
regular tyre maintenance by the  
driver.  
If w lights up at lower temperatures  
and extinguishes after some driving,  
this could be an indicator for getting  
low pressure. Check tyre pressure.  
All wheels must be equipped with  
pressure sensors and the tyres must  
have the prescribed pressure.  
Vehicle messages 3 120.  
If the tyre pressure must be reduced  
or increased, switch off ignition.  
Note  
System status and pressure warnings  
are displayed by a message with the  
corresponding tyre flashing in the  
Driver Information Centre.  
In countries where the tyre pressure  
monitoring system is legally  
required, the use of wheels without  
pressure sensors will invalidate the  
vehicle type approval.  
Only mount wheels with pressure  
sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure  
will not be displayed and w  
Select the Tyre pressure monitoring  
page under the Info Menu in the  
Driver Information Centre 3 111  
illuminates continuously.  
A spare wheel or temporary spare  
wheel is not equipped with pressure  
sensors. The tyre pressure  
monitoring system is not operational  
for these wheels. Control indicator w  
illuminates. For the further three  
wheels the system remains  
A detected low tyre pressure  
condition is indicated by the control  
indicator w 3 108.  
operational.  
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The use of commercially available  
liquid tyre repair kits can impair the  
function of the system. Factory  
approved repair kits can be used.  
External high-power radio equipment  
could disrupt the tyre pressure  
monitoring system.  
20 km/h. In this case $ can be  
displayed or pressure values can  
swap in the Driver Information Centre.  
If problems occur during the relearn  
process, a warning message is  
displayed in the Driver Information  
Centre.  
Each time the tyres are replaced tyre  
pressure monitoring system sensors  
must be dismounted and serviced.  
For the screwed sensor replace valve  
core and sealing ring, for clipped  
sensor replace complete valve stem.  
Temperature dependency  
Tyre pressure depends on the  
temperature of the tyre. During  
driving tyre temperature and pressure  
increase.  
The tyre pressure value displayed in  
the Driver Information Centre shows  
the actual tyre pressure. Therefore it  
is important to check tyre pressure  
with cold tyres.  
Select:  
Light for comfort pressure up to  
3 people  
Eco for Eco pressure up to  
3 people  
Max for full loading  
Vehicle loading status  
Adjust tyre pressure to load condition  
according tyre information label or  
tyre pressure chart 3 287, and select  
the according setting in the Tyre  
loading page under the Settings  
menu in the Driver Information Centre  
3 111.  
Tread depth  
Auto learn function  
Check tread depth at regular  
intervals.  
After changing wheels the vehicle  
must be stationary for approx.  
20 minutes, before the system  
recalculates. The following relearn  
process takes up to 10 minutes of  
driving with a minimum speed of  
Tyres should be replaced for safety  
reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm  
(4 mm for winter tyres).  
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For safety reasons, it is  
Tyres age, even if they are not used.  
We recommend tyre replacement  
every 6 years.  
Wheel covers  
recommended that the tread depth of  
the tyres on one axle should not vary  
by more than 2 mm.  
Wheel covers and tyres that are  
factory approved for the respective  
vehicle and comply with all of the  
relevant wheel and tyre combination  
requirements must be used.  
If the wheel covers and tyres used are  
not factory approved, the tyres must  
not have a rim protection ridge.  
Changing tyre and wheel  
size  
If tyres of a different size than those  
fitted at the factory are used, it may be  
necessary to reprogramme the  
speedometer as well as the nominal  
tyre pressure and make other vehicle  
modifications.  
Wheel covers must not impair brake  
cooling.  
9 Warning  
After converting to a different tyre  
size, have the label with tyre  
pressures replaced.  
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel  
covers could lead to sudden  
pressure loss and thereby  
accidents.  
The legally permissible minimum  
tread depth (1.6 mm) has been  
reached when the tread has worn  
down as far as one of the tread wear  
indicators (TWI). Their position is  
indicated by markings on the  
sidewall.  
If there is more wear at the front than  
the rear, swap round front wheels and  
rear wheels periodically. Ensure that  
the direction of rotation of the wheels  
remains the same.  
9 Warning  
Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels  
may lead to accidents and will  
invalidate the vehicle type  
approval.  
Wheel caps  
Tyres of size 245/35 R20 have a  
specific wheel cap. To remove the  
cap from the dismantled wheel first  
disengage the arms one by one. Then  
press the cap in the middle area from  
behind and remove it.  
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To assemble first adjust the wheel  
cap in order that the positioning leg  
fits into the recess.  
9 Warning  
9 Warning  
Damage may lead to tyre blowout.  
Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.  
Do not use for a lengthy period.  
Steering and handling may be  
Tyre chains  
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,  
Sports Tourer  
Tyre chains are only permitted on  
tyres of size 205/60 R 16,  
215/60 R 16, 225/55 R 17,  
225/45 R 18, 225/50 R 17 and  
235/45 R 18.  
affected.  
If you have a flat tyre:  
Apply the parking brake and engage  
first gear, reverse gear or P.  
Country Tourer  
Tyre chains are only permitted on  
tyres of size 235/45 R 18.  
Temporary spare wheel  
The use of tyre chains is not permitted  
on the temporary spare wheel.  
Tyre chains are only permitted on the  
front wheels.  
Always use fine mesh chains that add  
no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread  
and the inboard sides (including chain  
lock).  
Tyre repair kit  
Minor damage to the tyre tread can be  
repaired with the tyre repair kit.  
Do not remove foreign bodies from  
the tyres.  
The tyre repair kit is in a compartment  
under the floor cover in the load  
compartment.  
Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that  
is at tyre's side wall cannot be  
repaired with the tyre repair kit.  
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1. Take the tyre repair kit from the  
compartment.  
2. Remove the compressor.  
4. Screw the compressor air hose to  
the connection on the sealant  
bottle.  
6. Unscrew valve cap from defective  
tyre.  
7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre  
5. Fit the sealant bottle into the  
valve.  
3. Remove the electrical connection  
cable and air hose from the  
retainer on the compressor.  
8. The switch on the compressor  
stowage compartments on the  
underside of the compressor.  
Set the compressor near the tyre  
in such a way that the sealant  
bottle is upright.  
must be set to J.  
9. Connect the compressor plug to  
the power outlet or cigarette  
lighter socket.  
To avoid discharging the battery,  
we recommend running the  
engine.  
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14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push  
catch on bracket to remove  
sealant bottle from bracket. Screw  
tyre inflation hose to the free  
connection of sealant bottle. This  
prevents sealant from escaping.  
Stow tyre repair kit in load  
compartment.  
15. Remove any excess sealant  
using a cloth.  
16. Take the label indicating  
maximum permitted speed from  
the sealant bottle and affix in the  
driver's field of view.  
17. Continue driving immediately so  
that sealant is evenly distributed  
in the tyre. After driving approx.  
10 km (but no more than  
If the prescribed tyre pressure is  
not obtained within 10 minutes,  
remove the tyre repair kit. Move  
the vehicle one tyre rotation.  
Reattach the tyre repair kit and  
continue the filling procedure for  
10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre  
pressure is still not obtained, the  
tyre is too badly damaged. Seek  
the assistance of a workshop.  
Drain excess tyre pressure with  
the button over the pressure  
indicator.  
Do not run the compressor longer  
than 10 minutes.  
10. Set the rocker switch on the  
compressor to I. The tyre is filled  
with sealant.  
11. The compressor pressure gauge  
briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilst  
the sealant bottle is emptying  
(approx. 30 seconds). Then the  
pressure starts to drop.  
10 minutes), stop and check tyre  
pressure. Screw compressor air  
hose directly onto tyre valve and  
compressor when doing this.  
12. All of the sealant is pumped into  
the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.  
13. The prescribed tyre pressure  
should be obtained within  
10 minutes. Tyre pressure  
3 287. When the correct pressure  
is obtained, switch off the  
compressor.  
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If unusual noise is heard or the  
compressor becomes hot, turn  
compressor off for at least 30  
minutes.  
The built-in safety valve opens at a  
pressure of 7 bar.  
Make the following preparations and  
observe the following information:  
■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and  
non-skid surface. The front wheels  
must be in the straight-ahead  
position.  
Note the expiry date of the kit. After  
this date its sealing capability is no  
longer guaranteed. Pay attention to  
storage information on sealant  
bottle.  
Replace the used sealant bottle.  
Dispose of the bottle as prescribed  
by applicable laws.  
■ Apply the parking brake and  
engage first gear, reverse gear or  
P.  
■ Remove the spare wheel 3 254.  
■ Never change more than one wheel  
at once.  
■ Use the jack only to change wheels  
in case of puncture, not for  
seasonal winter or summer tyre  
change.  
■ If the ground on which the vehicle  
is standing is soft, a solid board  
(max. 1 cm thick) should be placed  
under the jack.  
■ Take heavy objects out of the  
vehicle before jacking up.  
■ No people or animals may be in the  
vehicle when it is jacked-up.  
If tyre pressure is more than  
1.3 bar, set it to the correct value.  
Repeat the procedure until there  
is no more loss of pressure.  
If the tyre pressure has fallen  
below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must  
not be used. Seek the assistance  
of a workshop.  
The compressor and sealant can be  
used from approx. -30 °C.  
The adapters supplied can be used  
to pump up other items e.g.  
footballs, air mattresses, inflatable  
dinghies etc. They are located on the  
underside of the compressor. To  
remove, screw on compressor air  
hose and withdraw adapter.  
18. Stow away tyre repair kit in load  
compartment.  
Note  
The driving characteristics of the  
repaired tyre is severely affected,  
therefore have this tyre replaced.  
Wheel changing  
Some vehicles are equipped with a  
tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel  
3 248.  
■ Never crawl under a jacked-up  
vehicle.  
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■ Do not start the vehicle when it is  
raised on the jack.  
■ Clean wheel nuts and thread with a  
clean cloth before mounting the  
wheel.  
Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel  
nut caps with a screwdriver and  
remove. To protect the wheel,  
place a soft cloth between the  
screwdriver and the alloy wheel.  
9 Warning  
Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel  
nut and wheel nut cone.  
3. Some versions may have covered  
the vehicle jacking point. Pull out  
the cover sideways.  
2. Fold out the wheel wrench and  
install ensuring that it locates  
securely and loosen each wheel  
nut by half a turn.  
The wheels might be protected by  
locking wheel nuts. To loosen  
these specific nuts first attach the  
key adapter onto the head of the  
nut before installing the wheel  
wrench. The key adapter is  
1. Disengage wheel nut caps with a  
screwdriver and remove. Pull off  
the wheel cover with the hook.  
Vehicle tools 3 242.  
located in the glovebox.  
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4. Ensure the jack is correctly  
positioned under the relevant  
vehicle jacking point.  
11. Align the valve hole in the wheel  
cover with the tyre valve before  
installing.  
Install wheel nut caps.  
12. Install vehicle jacking point cover.  
13. Stow the replaced wheel 3 254,  
the vehicle tools 3 242 and the  
key adapter 3 70.  
14. Check the tyre pressure of the  
installed tyre and the wheel nut  
torque as soon as possible.  
Have the defective tyre renewed or  
repaired as soon as possible.  
Attach wheel wrench and with the  
jack correctly aligned rotate wheel  
wrench until wheel is clear of the  
ground.  
5. Set the jack to the necessary  
height. Position it directly below  
the jacking point in a manner that  
prevents it from slipping.  
6. Unscrew the wheel nuts.  
7. Change the wheel. Spare wheel  
3 254.  
8. Screw on the wheel nuts.  
9. Lower vehicle.  
10. Install the wheel wrench ensuring  
that it locates securely and tighten  
each nut in a crosswise  
sequence. Tightening torque is  
150 Nm.  
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The spare wheel has a steel rim.  
Caution  
Jacking position for lifting  
platform  
The use of a spare wheel that is  
smaller than the other wheels or in  
combination with winter tyres  
could affect driveability. Have the  
defective tyre replaced as soon as  
possible.  
Front arm position of the lifting  
platform at the underbody.  
Rear arm position of the lifting  
platform at the underbody.  
Spare wheel  
Some vehicles are equipped with a  
tyre repair kit instead of a spare  
wheel.  
If mounting a spare wheel, which is  
different from the other wheels, this  
wheel might be classified as a  
temporary spare wheel and the  
corresponding speed limits apply,  
even though no label indicates this.  
Seek the assistance of a workshop to  
check the applicable speed limit.  
The spare wheel is located in the load  
compartment beneath the floor  
covering.  
To remove:  
1. Open the floor cover.  
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2. The spare wheel is secured with a  
wing nut. Turn wing nut  
anticlockwise and remove the  
spare wheel.  
Under the spare wheel there is the  
box with vehicle tools.  
3. When, after a wheel change, no  
wheel is placed in the spare wheel  
well, secure the tool box by  
turning right back the wing nut and  
close the floor cover.  
Stowing the replaced full size  
■ Store the tool box and the damaged  
wheel outside up in the spare wheel  
well and secure it by turning the  
wing nut clockwise on the bolt.  
The floor cover can be placed on the  
projecting wheel.  
To fit the spare wheel in the well after  
renewing the defective wheel use the  
short thread bolt again. Exchange the  
bolt in the same way.  
■ Install the hexagon key of the wheel  
wrench ensuring that it locates  
securely on the bolt.  
■ Turn the wheel wrench  
anticlockwise to loosen the bolt.  
Remove the bolt.  
■ Take the extension bolt from the  
tool box 3 242 and screw it in hand-  
tight using the hexagon key of the  
wheel wrench.  
wheel in the spare wheel well  
The spare wheel well is not designed  
for all permitted tyre sizes. If a wheel  
wider than the spare must be stowed  
in the spare wheel well, the thread  
bolt for mounting the wheel must be  
replaced by an extension bolt, located  
in the tool box 3 242. To replace the  
bolt:  
■ Remove tool box from the spare  
wheel well.  
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If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the  
rear while towing another vehicle,  
mount the temporary spare wheel in  
the front and the full tyre in the rear.  
Jump starting  
Do not start with quick charger.  
A vehicle with a discharged vehicle  
battery can be started using jump  
leads and the vehicle battery of  
another vehicle.  
9 Warning  
Storing a jack, a wheel or other  
equipment in the load  
compartment could cause injury if  
they are not fixed properly. During  
a sudden stop or a collision, loose  
equipment could strike someone.  
Store wheel, jack and tools always  
in the original storage location and  
secure them by fixing.  
Tyre chains 3 248.  
Directional tyres  
Fit directional tyres such that they roll  
in the direction of travel. The rolling  
direction is indicated by a symbol  
(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.  
9 Warning  
Be extremely careful when starting  
with jump leads. Any deviation  
from the following instructions can  
lead to injuries or damage caused  
by battery explosion or damage to  
the electrical systems of both  
vehicles.  
The following applies to tyres fitted  
opposing the rolling direction:  
■ Driveability may be affected. Have  
the defective tyre renewed or  
repaired as soon as possible.  
■ Drive particularly carefully on wet  
and snow-covered road surfaces.  
Temporary spare wheel  
Caution  
The use of a spare wheel that is  
smaller than the other wheels or in  
combination with winter tyres  
could affect driveability. Have the  
defective tyre replaced as soon as  
possible.  
9 Warning  
Avoid contact of the battery with  
eyes, skin, fabrics and painted  
surfaces. The fluid contains  
sulphuric acid which can cause  
injuries and damage in the event  
of direct contact.  
Only mount one temporary spare  
wheel. Do not drive faster than  
80 km/h. Take curves slowly. Do not  
use for a long period of time.  
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■ Never expose the vehicle battery to  
naked flames or sparks.  
■ A discharged vehicle battery can  
already freeze at a temperature of  
0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery  
before connecting jump leads.  
■ The vehicles must not come into  
contact with each other during the  
jump starting process.  
■ Apply the parking brake,  
transmission in neutral, automatic  
transmission in P.  
■ Wear eye protection and protective  
clothing when handling a battery.  
■ Use a booster battery with the  
same voltage (12 Volts). Its  
capacity (Ah) must not be much  
less than that of the discharged  
vehicle battery.  
■ Use jump leads with insulated  
terminals and a cross section of at  
least 16 mm2 (25 mm2 for diesel  
engines).  
■ Do not disconnect the discharged  
vehicle battery from the vehicle.  
■ Switch off all unnecessary electrical  
consumers.  
Lead connection order:  
1. Connect the red lead to the  
positive terminal of the booster  
battery.  
2. Connect the other end of the red  
lead to the positive terminal of the  
discharged battery.  
3. Connect the black lead to the  
negative terminal of the booster  
battery.  
4. Connect the other end of the black  
lead to a vehicle grounding point,  
such as the engine block or an  
engine mounting bolt. Connect as  
■ If there is a cover over the vehicle  
battery, remove it to charge or jump  
start the vehicle battery. Lift up the  
cover at the rear and unlatch it at  
the front.  
■ Open the positive terminal  
protection caps of both vehicle  
batteries.  
■ Do not lean over the vehicle battery  
during jump starting.  
■ Do not allow the terminals of one  
lead to touch those of the other  
lead.  
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far away from the discharged  
battery as possible, however at  
least 60 cm.  
Towing  
Towing the vehicle  
Route the leads so that they cannot  
catch on rotating parts in the engine  
compartment.  
To start the engine:  
1. Start the engine of the vehicle  
providing the jump.  
2. After 5 minutes, start the other  
engine. Start attempts should be  
made for no longer than  
15 seconds at an interval of  
1 minute.  
3. Allow both engines to idle for  
approx. 3 minutes with the leads  
connected.  
4. Switch on electrical consumers  
(e.g. headlights, heated rear  
window) of the vehicle receiving  
the jump start.  
Country Tourer: insert a screwdriver  
in the slot at the lower edge of the cap.  
Release the cap by carefully moving  
the screwdriver downwards. To  
prevent damage it is recommended to  
place a cloth between the screwdriver  
and the frame.  
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,  
Sports Tourer: disengage cap at  
bottom and remove downwards.  
5. Reverse above sequence exactly  
when removing leads.  
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Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.  
Excessive tractive force can  
damage the vehicle.  
When the engine is not running,  
considerably more force is needed to  
brake and steer.  
To prevent the entry of exhaust gases  
from the towing vehicle, switch on the  
air recirculation and close the  
windows.  
Vehicles with manual transmission  
and All-wheel drive: If the vehicle is  
towed with all four wheels on the  
ground then there are no technical  
limitations for speed and distance. If  
only one axle has been raised, the  
maximum speed is 50 km/h. There is  
no distance limitation.  
Vehicles with automatic transmission  
and Front-wheel drive: The vehicle  
must be towed facing forwards, not  
faster than 80 km/h nor further than  
100 km. In all other cases and when  
the transmission is defective, the front  
axle must be raised off the ground.  
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will  
go until it stops in a horizontal  
position.  
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow  
rod – to the towing eye.  
The towing eye must only be used for  
towing and not for recovering the  
vehicle.  
Switch on ignition to release steering  
wheel lock and to permit operation of  
brake lights, horn and windscreen  
wiper.  
OPC: insert screwdriver in the slot at  
the upper bend of the cap. Release  
the cap by carefully moving the  
screwdriver downwards. To prevent  
damage it is recommended to place a  
cloth between the screwdriver and  
the frame.  
The towing eye is stowed with the  
vehicle tools 3 242.  
Transmission in neutral.  
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Vehicles with automatic transmission  
and All-wheel drive: The vehicle must  
be towed facing forwards. If the  
vehicle is towed with all four wheels  
on the ground, the maximum speed is  
50 km/h and for a maximum of  
50 km. If the front axle has been  
raised, the maximum speed is  
50 km/h. There is no distance  
limitation.  
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,  
Sports Tourer: insert cap at the  
bottom, turn slightly clockwise and  
close cap.  
Country Tourer: insert cap with the  
upper flange into the recess and fix  
cap by pushing.  
OPC: insert cap with the lower flange  
into the recess. Push the cap into the  
bumper.  
Seek the assistance of a workshop.  
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.  
Towing another vehicle  
Country Tourer: insert a screwdriver  
in the slot at the lower edge of the cap.  
Release the cap by carefully moving  
the screwdriver downwards. To  
prevent damage it is recommended to  
place a cloth between the screwdriver  
and the frame.  
The towing eye is stowed with the  
vehicle tools 3 242.  
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,  
Sports Tourer, OPC: disengage cap  
at bottom and remove downwards.  
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Appearance care  
Caution  
Exterior care  
Locks  
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.  
Excessive tractive force can  
damage the vehicle.  
The locks are lubricated at the factory  
using a high quality lock cylinder  
grease. Use de-icing agent only when  
absolutely necessary, as this has a  
degreasing effect and impairs lock  
function. After using de-icing agent,  
have the locks regreased by a  
workshop.  
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.  
Screw in the towing eye as far as it will  
go until it stops in a horizontal  
position.  
The lashing eye at the rear  
underneath the vehicle must never be  
used as a towing eye.  
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow  
rod – to the towing eye.  
The towing eye must only be used for  
towing and not for recovering a  
vehicle.  
Washing  
The paintwork of your vehicle is  
exposed to environmental influences.  
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.  
When using automatic vehicle  
washes, select a programme that  
includes waxing.  
5-door Hatchback, 4-door Saloon,  
Sports Tourer, OPC: insert cap at the  
bottom, turn slightly clockwise and  
engage cap.  
Country Tourer: insert cap with the  
upper flange into the recess and fix  
cap by pushing.  
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,  
pollen and the like should be cleaned  
off immediately, as they contain  
aggressive constituents which can  
cause paint damage.  
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If using a vehicle wash, comply with  
the vehicle wash manufacturer's  
instructions. The windscreen wiper  
and rear window wiper must be  
switched off. Remove antenna and  
external accessories such as roof  
racks etc.  
If you wash your vehicle by hand,  
make sure that the insides of the  
wheel housings are also thoroughly  
rinsed out.  
Wax painted parts of the vehicle  
regularly.  
Clean edges and folds on opened  
doors and the bonnet as well as the  
areas they cover.  
Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the  
vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use  
separate leathers for painted and  
glass surfaces: remnants of wax on  
the windows will impair vision.  
Have the door hinges of all doors  
greased by a workshop.  
Do not use hard objects to remove  
spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on  
painted surfaces.  
Plastic body parts must not be treated  
with wax or polishing agents.  
Windows and windscreen wiper  
blades  
Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois  
leather together with window cleaner  
and insect remover.  
When cleaning the rear window from  
inside, always wipe in parallel to the  
heating element to prevent damage.  
For mechanical removal of ice, use a  
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the  
scraper firmly against the glass so  
that no dirt can get under it and  
scratch the glass.  
Exterior lights  
Headlight and other light covers are  
made of plastic. Do not use any  
abrasive or caustic agents, do not use  
an ice scraper, and do not clean them  
dry.  
Clean smearing wiper blades with a  
soft cloth and window cleaner.  
Caution  
Polishing and waxing  
Wax the vehicle regularly (at the  
latest when water no longer beads).  
Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.  
Sunroof  
Always use a cleaning agent with  
a pH value of 4 to 9.  
Do not use cleaning agents on hot  
surfaces.  
Never clean with solvents or abrasive  
agents, fuels, aggressive media  
(e.g. paint cleaner, acetone-  
containing solutions etc.), acidic or  
highly alkaline media or abrasive  
pads. Do not apply wax or polishing  
agents to the sunroof.  
Polishing is necessary only if the paint  
has become dull or if solid deposits  
have become attached to it.  
Paintwork polish with silicone forms a  
protective film, making waxing  
unnecessary.  
Do not clean the engine compartment  
with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet  
cleaner.  
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Before and after winter, wash the  
underbody and have the protective  
wax coating checked.  
Wheels and tyres  
Do not use high-pressure jet  
cleaners.  
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel  
cleaner.  
Interior care  
Interior and upholstery  
Only clean the vehicle interior,  
Liquid gas system  
including the instrument panel fascia  
and panelling, with a dry cloth or  
interior cleaner.  
Rims are painted and can be treated  
with the same agents as the body.  
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Clean the leather upholstery with  
clear water and a soft cloth. In case of  
heavy soiling, use leather care.  
The instrument cluster and the  
displays should only be cleaned using  
a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a  
weak soap solution.  
Liquid gas is heavier than air and  
can collect in sink points.  
Take care when performing work  
at the underbody in a pit.  
Paintwork damage  
Rectify minor paintwork damage with  
a touch-up pen before rust forms.  
Have more extensive damage or rust  
areas repaired by a workshop.  
For painting work and when using a  
drying booth at a temperature above  
60 °C, the liquid gas tank must be  
removed.  
Do not make any modifications to the  
liquid gas system.  
Underbody  
Clean fabric upholstery with a  
Some areas of the vehicle underbody  
have a PVC undercoating while other  
critical areas have a durable  
protective wax coating.  
vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove  
stains with an upholstery cleaner.  
Clothing fabrics may not be  
colourfast. This could cause visible  
discolourations, especially on light-  
coloured upholstery. Removable  
stains and discolourations should be  
cleaned as soon as possible.  
After the underbody is washed, check  
the underbody and have it waxed if  
necessary.  
Bitumen/rubber materials could  
damage the PVC coating. Have  
underbody work carried out by a  
workshop.  
Towing equipment  
Do not clean the coupling ball bar with  
a steam-jet or high-pressure jet  
cleaner.  
Clean seat belts with lukewarm water  
or interior cleaner.  
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Vehicle care  
Caution  
Close Velcro fasteners as open  
Velcro fasteners on clothing could  
damage seat upholstery.  
The same applies to clothing with  
sharp-edged objects, like zips or  
belts or studded jeans.  
Plastic and rubber parts  
Plastic and rubber parts can be  
cleaned with the same cleaner as  
used to clean the body. Use interior  
cleaner if necessary. Do not use any  
other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol  
in particular. Do not use high-  
pressure jet cleaners.  

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