Get Vehicle care Guide for Vauxhall Meriva SUV Second Generation (2011-2017)

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Interior lights ............................ 188

Instrument panel illumination ... 188

Electrical system ........................ 188

Fuses ....................................... 188

Engine compartment fuse box . 190

Instrument panel fuse box ....... 192

Load compartment fuse box .... 193

Appearance care ....................... 215

Exterior care ............................ 215

Interior care ............................. 217

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General Information ................... 171

Accessories and vehicle

modifications .......................... 171

Vehicle storage ........................ 171

End-of-life vehicle recovery ..... 171

Vehicle tools .............................. 194

Tools ........................................ 194

Vehicle checks ........................... 172

Performing work ...................... 172

Bonnet ..................................... 172

Engine oil ................................. 173

Engine coolant ......................... 174

Power steering fluid ................. 175

Washer fluid ............................ 175

Brakes ..................................... 175

Brake fluid ............................... 175

Vehicle battery ......................... 176

Diesel fuel system bleeding ..... 178

Wiper blade replacement ........ 178

Bulb replacement ....................... 179

Halogen headlights .................. 179

Adaptive forward lighting ......... 181

Fog lights ................................. 183

Front turn signal lights ............. 183

Tail lights ................................. 184

Side turn signal lights .............. 187

Number plate light ................... 187

Wheels and tyres ....................... 195

Winter tyres ............................. 195

Tyre designations .................... 195

Tyre pressure .......................... 196

Tyre pressure monitoring

system .................................... 197

Tread depth ............................. 200

Changing tyre and wheel size . 200

Wheel covers ........................... 201

Tyre chains .............................. 201

Tyre repair kit .......................... 201

Wheel changing ....................... 206

Spare wheel ............................ 209

Jump starting ............................. 212

Towing ....................................... 213

Towing the vehicle ................... 213

Towing another vehicle ........... 214

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Open the 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.

Vehicle storage

Storage for a long period of time

If the vehicle is to be stored for several

months:

General Information

Accessories and vehicle

modifications

We recommend the use of genuine

parts and accessories and factory

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.

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Wash and wax the vehicle.

Have the wax in the engine

compartment and underbody

checked.

Putting back into operation

When the vehicle is to be put back into

operation:

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Clean and preserve the rubber

seals.

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Connect the clamp to the

negative terminal of the vehicle

battery. Activate the electronics

of the power windows.

Do not make any modifications to the

electrical system, e.g. changes of

electronic control units (chip tuning).

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Fill up fuel tank completely.

Change the engine oil.

Drain the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the coolant antifreeze and

corrosion protection.

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Check tyre pressure.

Caution

Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

Check the engine oil level.

Check the coolant level.

When transporting the vehicle on

a train or on a recovery vehicle, the

mud flaps might be damaged.

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Adjust tyre pressure to the value

specified for full load.

Park the vehicle in a dry, well

ventilated place. Engage first or

reverse gear or set selector lever

to P. Prevent the vehicle from

rolling.

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

website. Only entrust this work to an

authorised recycling centre.

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Do not apply the parking brake.

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Gas vehicles must be recycled by a

service centre authorised for gas

vehicles.

Bonnet

Opening

Vehicle checks

Performing work

Pull the release lever and return it to

its original position.

9 Warning

Only perform engine compartment

checks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may start

operating even if the ignition is off.

9 Danger

The ignition system use extremely

high voltage. Do not touch.

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If the bonnet is opened during an

Autostop, the engine will be restarted

automatically for safety reasons.

Check with the vehicle on a level

surface. The engine must be at

operating temperature and switched

off for at least five minutes.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

insert it to the stop on the handle, pull

out and read the engine oil level.

Closing

Before closing the bonnet, press the

support into the holder.

Insert dipstick to the stop on the

handle and make half a turn.

Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall

into the latch from a low height

(20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is

engaged.

Press the safety catch and open the

bonnet.

Caution

Do not press the bonnet into the

latch, to avoid dents.

Engine oil

Check the engine oil level manually

on a regular basis to prevent damage

to the engine.

Ensure that the correct specification

of oil is used. Recommended fluids

and lubricants 3 220.

Different dipsticks are used

depending on engine variant.

The maximum engine oil

consumption is 0.6 l per 1000 km.

Secure the bonnet support.

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We recommend the use of the same

grade of engine oil that was used at

last change.

The engine oil level must not exceed

the MAX mark on the dipstick.

Caution

Overfilled engine oil must be

drained or suctioned out.

Capacities 3 233.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

When the engine oil level has

dropped to the MIN mark, top up

engine oil.

If the cooling system is cold, the

coolant level should be above the

filling line mark. Top up if the level is

low.

Engine coolant

The coolant provides freeze

protection down to approx. -28 °C.

9 Warning

Caution

Only use approved antifreeze.

Coolant level

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

approved coolant concentrate mixed

with clean tap water. If no coolant

concentrate is available, use clean

tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have

Caution

Too low a coolant level can cause

engine damage.

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the coolant concentration checked

and have the cause of the coolant

loss remedied by a workshop.

Power steering fluid level normally

must not be checked. If an unusual

noise sounds during steering or the

power steering reacts conspicuous

seek the assistance of a workshop.

Only washer fluid with a sufficient

antifreeze concentration provides

protection at low temperatures or

a sudden drop in temperature.

Power steering fluid

Washer fluid

Caution

Brakes

Extremely small amounts of

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.

contamination can cause steering

system damage and cause it to not

work properly. Do not allow

contaminates to contact the fluid

side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or

from entering the reservoir.

Once new brake linings are installed,

do not brake unnecessarily hard for

the first few journeys.

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.

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battery. Short-distance-driving and

frequent engine starts can discharge

the battery. Avoid the use of

Replacing the vehicle battery

Notice

Any deviation from the instructions

given in this paragraph may lead to

a temporary deactivation of the stop-

start system.

unnecessary electrical consumers.

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.

Only use vehicle batteries that allow

the fuse box to be mounted above the

vehicle battery.

In vehicles with an AGM (Absorptive

Glass Mat) battery, make sure to

have the battery replaced with

another AGM battery.

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 negative terminal of the vehicle

battery.

Ensure the ignition is switched off

before connecting or disconnecting

the vehicle battery.

The anti-theft alarm siren must be

deactivated as follows: Switch the

ignition on then off, disconnect the

vehicle's battery within 15 seconds.

The brake fluid level must be between

the MIN and the MAX marks.

When topping up, ensure maximum

cleanliness as contamination of the

brake fluid can lead to brake system

malfunctions. Have the cause of the

loss of brake fluid remedied by a

workshop.

Only use high-performance brake

fluid approved for the vehicle.

Brake and clutch fluid 3 220.

Vehicle battery

The vehicle battery is maintenance-

free provided that the driving profile

allows sufficient charging of the

Vehicle battery discharge protection

3 127.

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Charging the vehicle battery

9 Warning

On vehicles with stop-start

system, ensure that the charging

potential does not exceed

14.6 volts when using a battery

charger. Otherwise the vehicle

battery might be damaged.

Jump starting 3 212.

An AGM battery can be identified by

the label on the battery. We

Warning label

9 Warning

recommend the use of an original

Vauxhall vehicle battery.

When fitting a battery with a length

deviating from the original one, it

is essential to ensure a proper

fitting of the buffer element.

Notice

Using an AGM vehicle battery

different from the original Vauxhall

vehicle battery may result in a lower

performance.

We recommend that you have the

vehicle battery replaced by a

workshop.

Stop-start system 3 141.

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Meaning of symbols:

Wiper blade on the rear window

Wiper blade replacement

Wiper blades on the windscreen

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No sparks, naked flames or

smoking.

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Always shield eyes. Explosive

gases can cause blindness or

injury.

●

Keep the vehicle battery out of

reach of children.

The vehicle battery contains

sulphuric acid which could cause

blindness or serious burn

injuries.

●

See the Owner's Manual for

Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper blade

as shown in illustration and remove.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angled

to the wiper arm and push until it

engages.

further information.

Explosive gas may be present in

the vicinity of the vehicle battery.

Lift the wiper arm, 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

Lower wiper arm carefully.

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 5 seconds. If the engine

fails to start, seek the assistance of a

workshop.

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Headlights have separate systems for

low beam 1 (outer bulbs) and high

beam 2 (inner bulbs).

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.

Low beam

Use only the same bulb type for

replacement.

Replace headlight bulbs from within

the engine compartment.

2. Push the bulb holder upwards and

withdraw the bulb holder from the

reflector.

Halogen headlights

1. Rotate the cap 1 anticlockwise

and remove it.

3. Detach the bulb from the bulb

holder and replace the bulb.

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4. Insert the bulb holder into the

reflector.

5. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

6. Attach the plug to the bulb.

7. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

Sidelight/Daytime running light

High beam

3. Disengage the spring clip and

then swivel it backwards.

1. Rotate the bulb holder

1. Rotate the cap 2 anticlockwise

and remove it.

anticlockwise and remove it.

2. Detach the plug from the bulb.

4. Remove and replace the bulb.

5. Swivel the spring clip forwards

and engage.

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Low beam/High beam

Adaptive forward lighting

2. Detach bulb from the bulb holder

and replace it.

1. Rotate the cap 1 anticlockwise

and remove it.

Headlights have separate systems for

low beam and high beam 1 (outer

bulbs) and cornering light 2 (inner

bulbs).

3. Insert the bulb holder into the

reflector 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.

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2. Rotate the bulb holder clockwise

to disengage. Withdraw the bulb

holder from the reflector.

2. Rotate the bulb holder

anticlockwise to disengage.

Withdraw the bulb holder from the

reflector.

Cornering light

1. Rotate protective cover 2

anticlockwise and remove.

3. Disengage the bulb holder from

the plug connector by pressing

the retaining lug.

3. Disengage the bulb holder from

the plug connector by pressing

the retaining lugs.

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.

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 anticlockwise to secure.

6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.

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3. Remove and replace the bulb

holder with bulb.

4. Attach the plug connector.

Sidelight/Daytime running light

Sidelight and daytime running lights

are designed as LEDs. In case of

failure, have LEDs replaced by a

workshop.

5. Insert the bulb holder into the

reflector.

6. Turn the bulb holder clockwise

and engage.

Fog lights

Front turn signal lights

1. Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise

and remove it from the reflector.

The bulbs are accessible from the

underside of the vehicle.

1. Rotate the bulb holder

anticlockwise and remove it.

2. Disengage the bulb holder from

the plug connector by pressing

the retaining lug.

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Tail lights

2. Rotate bulb anticlockwise and

remove from bulb holder.

3. Replace bulb.

3. Carefully withdraw the light

assembly from retaining pins and

remove. Make sure that the cable

duct remains in position.

1. Release the cover and remove it.

4. Insert the bulb holder into the

4. Detach the wiring plug from the

reflector and rotate clockwise.

bulb carrier.

2. Unscrew the two plastic securing

nuts from the inside by hand.

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Tail light (2)

Turn signal light (3)

Tail lights in the tailgate frame

Version with Light Emitting Diode

(LED):

5. Unlatch the four retaining lugs and

remove the bulb carrier.

1. Open the tailgate and remove the

cover with a screwdriver.

Only brake light (1) and turn signal

light (2) can be changed.

7. Insert the bulb carrier into the tail

light assembly. Connect the

wiring plug. Fit light assembly

onto retaining pins and tighten the

securing nuts. Close the cover

and engage.

8. Switch on the ignition, operate

and check all lights.

6. Remove and replace the bulb.

Tail light and brake light (1)

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2. Press the retaining lug and

remove the bulb carrier

downwards.

For replacing the tail light bulb and

reverse light bulb on the right side of

the tailgate frame, proceed in the

same way.

Version with Light Emitting Diode

(LED):

Only the reverse light bulb can be

changed.

2. Rotate the bulb holder

anticlockwise to disengage.

Withdraw the bulb holder.

3. To replace the reverse light bulb,

push the bulb slightly into the

socket, rotate anticlockwise,

remove and replace the bulb.

3. To replace the reverse light bulb

(1), remove and replace the bulb.

To replace the tail light/rear fog

light bulb (2), push the bulb

slightly into the socket, rotate

anticlockwise, remove and

replace the bulb.

4. Insert bulb holder and turn

clockwise.

1. Open the tailgate and remove the

cover with a screwdriver.

5. Attach the cover.

4. Insert the bulb carrier into the

retainer.

5. Attach the cover.

6. Switch on the ignition, operate

and check all lights.

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4. Insert bulb holder and turn

clockwise.

5. On left side: insert front end into

front wing, slide forward and insert

rear end.

Side turn signal lights

To replace bulb, remove lamp

housing:

On right side: insert rear end into

front wing, slide rearward and

insert front end.

Number plate light

2. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise

and remove from housing.

1. On left vehicle side, slide lamp to

the front and remove it out of the

front wing with the rear end.

On right vehicle side, slide lamp to

the rear and remove it out of the

front wing with the front end.

1. Insert screwdriver in recess of the

cover, press to the side and

release spring.

3. Pull bulb from bulb holder and

replace it.

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4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and

replace it.

Electrical system

5. Insert bulb holder into lamp

Fuses

housing and turn clockwise.

Data on the replacement fuse must

match the data on the defective fuse.

6. Insert lamp into bumper and let

engage.

There are three fuse boxes in the

vehicle:

Interior lights

Courtesy light, reading lights

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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

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

2. Remove lamp downwards, taking

care not to pull on the cable.

Load compartment light

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

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behind a cover on the left side of

the load compartment

Instrument panel

illumination

Before replacing a fuse, turn off the

respective switch and the ignition.

A blown fuse can be recognized by its

melted wire. Do not replace the fuse

until the cause of the fault has been

remedied.

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Some functions are protected by

several fuses.

Fuses may also be inserted without

existence of a function.

3. Remove bulb holder from lamp

housing by turning anticlockwise.

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Place the fuse extractor on the

various types of fuse from the top or

side, and withdraw fuse.

Fuse extractor

A fuse extractor may be located in the

fuse box in the engine compartment.

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No. Circuit

Engine compartment fuse

box

1

2

3

4

5

6

Starter

–

Fuel filter/Cooling

Horn

Terminal 30

Engine control module/Trans‐

mission control unit

7

8

9

Fog light

Engine cooling

The fuse box is in the front left of the

engine compartment.

Disengage the cover, lift it upwards

and remove.

After having changed defective fuses

close the fuse box cover and press

until it engages.

If the fuse box cover is not closed

correctly, malfunctions may occur.

10 Vacuum pump

11 Ignition/Preheating

12 Headlamp levelling

13 Air conditioning system/

Terminal 15

14 Transmission control unit

15 High beam right

16 High beam left

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No. Circuit

17 Engine control module

22 Electrical parking brake

23 Tyre repair kit

24 Fuel pump

18 Engine control module/

Terminal 15

19 Airbag

25 ABS

20 Engine control module

26 Heated rear window

27 ABS

21 Engine control module/

Terminal 87

28 Interior fan

29 Cigarette lighter

30 Air conditioning system

31 Front power window, left

32 Front power window, right

33 Mirror heating

34 ABS

35 Airbag

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No. Circuit

Instrument panel fuse box

1

2

3

4

5

Radio

Display/Instrument/Telephone

Radio

Ignition switch/Immobiliser

Windscreen washer/Rear

screen washer

6

7

8

9

Central locking system/Tailgate

Central locking system

In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse

box is located behind a cover in the

glovebox. Open the glovebox, pull

cover upwards and remove.

Display/Instrument/Telephone

Heated steering wheel

In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse

box is behind the storage

compartment in the instrument panel.

10 Rear left door unlocking

11 Rear right door unlocking

12 Courtesy light

Open compartment, compress the

locking tabs, fold compartment down

and remove.

13 Rain sensor/Interior mirror/

Exterior mirrors

14

–

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Disengage the four retaining lugs and

remove the cover.

No. Circuit

Load compartment fuse box

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Adaptive forward lighting

–

Right rear power window

Adaptive forward lighting

Trailer module/Trailer socket

Left seat lumbar support

The fuse box is on the left side of the

load compartment behind a cover.

Remove the cover.

10 Left rear power window

11 Park assist

12 Electrical sunblind

13

–

14 Heated front seats

15 Trailer module

16 Right seat lumbar support

17

–

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Vehicles with tyre repair kit

Vehicle tools

Tools

Variant 2: The vehicle tools are in the

compartment under the floor cover in

the load compartment, together with

the tyre repair kit.

Variant 1: The vehicle tools are in the

right-hand compartment in the load

compartment, together with the tyre

repair kit.

To open the compartment, disengage

the cover and open it, or, depending

on the version, lift the floor cover.

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R

: belt type: Radial

Vehicles with spare wheel

Wheels and tyres

RF : type: RunFlat

15 : wheel diameter, inches

Tyre condition, wheel condition

91 : load index e.g. 91 is equivalent

to 615 kg

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.

H

: speed code letter

Speed code letter:

Q : up to 100 mph

S : up to 112 mph

T : up to 118 mph

H : up to 130 mph

V : up to 150 mph

W : up to 168 mph

The jack and the vehicle tools are in

the spare wheel well in the load

compartment.

Choose a tyre appropriate for the

maximum speed of your vehicle.

The maximum speed is achievable at

kerb weight with driver (75 kg) plus

125 kg payload. Optional equipment

could reduce the maximum speed of

the vehicle.

Winter tyres

Winter tyres improve driving safety at

temperatures below 7 °C and should

therefore be fitted on all wheels.

In accordance with country-specific

regulations, affix the speed sticker in

the driver's field of view.

Performance 3 229.

Directional tyres

Tyre designations

Directional tyres must be mounted so

that they rotate in the correct

direction. The proper rotation

direction is indicated by a symbol

(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.

E.g. 195/65 R 15 91 H

195 : tyre width, mm

65 : cross-section ratio (tyre height

to tyre width), %

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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:

Tyre pressure

9 Warning

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.

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.

9 Warning

For specific tyres the

recommended tyre pressure as

shown in the tyre pressure table

may exceed the maximum tyre

pressure as indicated on the tyre.

Never exceed the maximum tyre

pressure as indicated on the tyre.

1. Identify the engine identifier code.

Engine data 3 227.

2. Identify the respective tyre.

The tyre pressure tables show all

possible tyre combinations 3 234.

For the tyres approved for your

vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of

Conformity provided with your vehicle

or other national registration

documents.

The driver is responsible for correct

adjustment of tyre pressure.

If the tyre pressure must be reduced

or increased on a vehicle with tyre

pressure monitoring system, switch

off ignition.

Tyre pressure 3 234.

The tyre pressure information label

on the right door frame indicates the

original equipment tyres and the

correspondent tyre pressures.

The tyre pressure data refers to cold

tyres. It applies to summer and winter

tyres.

Temperature dependency

The tyre pressure depends on the

temperature of the tyre. During

driving, tyre temperature and

pressure increase. Tyre pressure

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values provided on the tyre

information label and tyre pressure

chart are valid for cold tyres, which

means at 20 °C.

The pressure increases by nearly

1.5 psi for a 10 °C temperature

increase. This must be considered

when warm tyres are checked.

The tyre pressure value displayed in

the Driver Information Centre shows

the real tyre pressure. A cooled down

tyre will show a decreased value,

which does not indicate an air leak.

All wheels must be equipped with

pressure sensors and the tyres must

have the prescribed pressure.

Press MENU to select the Vehicle

Information Menu X.

Notice

In countries where the tyre pressure

monitoring system is legally

required, the use of wheels without

pressure sensors will invalidate the

vehicle type approval.

The current tyre pressures can be

shown in the Vehicle Information

Menu in the Driver Information

Centre.

The menu can be selected by the

buttons on the turn signal lever.

Tyre pressure monitoring

system

Turn the adjuster wheel to select the

tyre pressure monitoring system.

System status and pressure warnings

The tyre pressure monitoring system

checks the pressure of all four wheels

once a minute when vehicle speed

exceeds a certain limit.

are displayed by a message

indicating the corresponding tyre in

the Driver Information Centre.

The system considers the tyre

temperature for the warnings.

Caution

Temperature dependency 3 196.

Tyre pressure monitoring system

warns only about low tyre pressure

condition and does not replace

regular tyre maintenance by the

driver.

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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.

If w illuminates at lower temperatures

and extinguishes after some driving,

this could be an indicator for

approaching a low tyre pressure

condition. Check tyre pressure.

Vehicle messages 3 105.

If the tyre pressure shall be reduced

or increased, switch off ignition.

Vehicle loading status

Only mount wheels with pressure

sensors, otherwise the tyre pressure

will not be displayed and w

Adjust tyre pressure to load condition

according to tyre information label or

tyre pressure chart 3 234, and select

the relevant setting in the menu Tyre

Load in the Driver Information Centre,

Vehicle Information Menu 3 100. This

setting is the reference for the tyre

pressure warnings.

The Tyre Load menu only appears if

the vehicle is in a standstill and the

parking brake is applied. On vehicles

with automatic transmission the

selector lever has to be in P.

illuminates continuously.

A detected low tyre pressure

condition is indicated by the control

indicator w 3 97.

If w illuminates, stop as soon as

possible and inflate the tyres as

recommended 3 234.

If w flashes for 60-90 seconds and

then illuminates continuously, there is

a fault in the system. Consult a

workshop.

A 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 operational.

The use of commercially available

liquid tyre repair kits can impair the

function of the system. Factory-

approved repair kits can be used.

After inflating, driving may be

required to update the tyre pressure

values in the Driver Information

Centre. During this time w may

illuminate.

Operating electronic devices or being

close to facilities using similar wave

frequencies could disrupt the tyre

pressure monitoring system.

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The tyre pressure sensor matching

process should also be performed

after replacing a spare wheel with a

road wheel containing the tyre

pressure sensor.

3. On vehicles with automatic

transmission: set the selector

lever to P.

On vehicles with manual

transmission: select neutral.

The malfunction light w and the

warning message or code should go

off at the next ignition cycle. The

sensors are matched to the wheel

positions, using a relearn tool, in the

following order: left side front wheel,

right side front wheel, right side rear

wheel and left side rear wheel. The

turn signal light at the current active

position is illuminated until sensor is

matched.

Consult a workshop for service or

purchase a relearn tool. There are

two minutes to match the first wheel

position, and five minutes overall to

match all four wheel positions. If it

takes longer, the matching process

stops and must be restarted.

4. Press MENU on the turn signal

lever to select the Vehicle

Information Menu in the Driver

Information Centre.

5. Turn the adjuster wheel to scroll to

the tyre pressure menu.

6. Press SET/CLR to begin the

sensor matching process. A

message requesting acceptance

of the process should display.

7. Press SET/CLR again to confirm

the selection. The horn sounds

twice to signal the receiver is in

relearn mode.

Select:

●

Light for comfort pressure up to

3 people.

Eco for Eco pressure up to

3 people.

Max for full loading.

Tyre pressure sensor matching

process

8. Start with the left side front wheel.

9. Place the relearn tool against the

tyre sidewall, near the valve stem.

Then press the button to activate

the tyre pressure sensor. A horn

chirp and the brief activation of all

turn signal lights confirm that the

Each tyre pressure sensor has a

unique identification code. The

The tyre pressure sensor matching

process is:

1. Apply the parking brake.

2. Turn the ignition on.

identification code must be matched

to a new wheel position after rotating

the wheels or exchanging the

complete wheel set and if one or more

tyre pressure sensors were replaced.

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sensor identification code has

been matched to this wheel

position.

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.

Tread depth

Check tread depth at regular

intervals.

10. Proceed to the right side front

wheel, and repeat the procedure

in Step 9.

11. Proceed to the right side rear

wheel, and repeat the procedure

in Step 9.

12. Proceed to the left side rear

wheel, and repeat the procedure

in Step 9. The horn sounds twice

to ind

Tyres should be replaced for safety

reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm

(4 mm for winter tyres).

For safety reasons it is recommended

that the tread depth of the tyres on

one axle should not vary by more than

2 mm.

Tyres age, even if they are not used.

We recommend tyre replacement

every 6 years.

Changing tyre and wheel

size

icate the sensor identification

code has been matched to the left

side rear wheel, and the tyre

pressure sensor matching

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.

process is no longer active.

13. Turn off the ignition.

14. Set all four tyres to the

recommended air pressure level

as indicated on the tyre pressure

information label.

15. Ensure the tyre loading status is

set according selected pressure

3 100.

After converting to a different tyre

size, have the label with tyre

pressures replaced.

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

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Steel wheels: When using locking

wheel bolts, do not attach wheel

covers.

Tyre chains are only permitted on

tyres of size 195/65 R15,

9 Warning

205/55 R16 and 225/45 R17.

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels

may lead to accidents and will

invalidate the vehicle type

approval.

Tyre chains are not permitted on tyres

of size 225/40 R18.

The use of tyre chains is not permitted

on the temporary spare wheel.

Tyre chains

Wheel covers

Tyre repair kit

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.

Minor damage to the tyre tread can be

repaired with the tyre repair kit.

Do not remove foreign bodies from

the tyres.

Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that

is at the tyre's sidewall near the rim

cannot be repaired with the tyre repair

kit.

If the wheel covers and tyres used are

not factory approved, the tyres must

not have a rim protection ridge.

Wheel covers must not impair brake

cooling.

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).

9 Warning

Do not drive faster than 50 mph.

Do not use for a lengthy period.

Steering and handling may be

affected.

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel

covers could lead to sudden

pressure loss and thereby

accidents.

9 Warning

If you have a flat tyre:

Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

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Apply the parking brake and engage

first gear, reverse gear or P.

The tyre repair kit is stowed in the load

compartment.

2. Detach air hose from bracket and

screw onto sealant bottle

connection.

Depending on the equipment, the tyre

repair kit is in a compartment in the

right sidewall or in a compartment

under the floor cover.

Vehicles with tyre repair kit in the

sidewall

1. Take the sealant bottle and

bracket with air hose from the

insert.

3. Position the sealant bottle on the

bracket. Make sure that the bottle

does not fall.

To open the compartment, disengage

the cover and open it.

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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.

Release excess tyre pressure by

pressing ].

Do not run the compressor longer

than 10 minutes.

4. Unscrew valve cap from defective

tyre.

5. Screw tyre inflation hose to valve.

8. Press on/off switch on the

compressor. The tyre is filled with

sealant.

9. 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.

12. Push catch on bracket to remove

sealant bottle from bracket. Screw

the tyre inflation hose to the free

connection of the sealant bottle.

This prevents sealant from

6. Screw air hose onto compressor

connection.

7. Switch on ignition.

To avoid discharging the vehicle

battery, we recommend running

the engine.

escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in

load compartment.

10. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.

13. Remove any excess sealant

using a cloth.

14. Take the label indicating

maximum permitted speed from

the sealant bottle and affix in the

driver's field of view.

11. The prescribed tyre pressure

should be obtained within

10 minutes. Tyre pressure

3 234. When the correct pressure

is obtained, switch off the

compressor by pressing the on/off

switch again.

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15. Continue driving immediately so

that sealant is evenly distributed

in the tyre. After driving approx.

6 miles (but no more than

Vehicles with tyre repair kit under

the floor cover

10 minutes), stop and check tyre

pressure. Screw compressor air

hose directly onto tyre valve and

compressor when doing this.

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.

3. Remove the electrical connection

cable and air hose from the

stowage compartments on the

underside of the compressor.

1. Take the tyre repair kit from the

compartment.

2. Remove the compressor.

16. Stow away tyre repair kit in load

compartment.

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4. Screw the compressor air hose to

the connection on the sealant

bottle.

9. Connect the compressor plug to

the power outlet or cigarette

lighter socket.

13. The prescribed tyre pressure

should be obtained within

10 minutes. Tyre pressure

3 234. When the correct pressure

is obtained, switch off the

compressor.

5. Fit the sealant bottle into the

To avoid discharging the battery,

we recommend running the

engine.

retainer on the compressor.

Set the compressor near the tyre

in such a way that the sealant

bottle is upright.

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.

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.

6. Unscrew valve cap from defective

tyre.

7. Screw the filler hose to the tyre

valve.

8. The switch on the compressor

must be set to J.

12. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated.

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Drain excess tyre pressure with

the button over the pressure

indicator.

Do not run the compressor longer

than 10 minutes.

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 (102 psi).

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.

14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push

catch on bracket to remove

sealant bottle from bracket. Screw

the tyre inflation hose to the free

connection of the sealant bottle.

This prevents sealant from

escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in

load compartment.

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.

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.

6 miles (but no more than

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.

General information

Notice

The driving characteristics of the

repaired tyre are severely affected,

therefore have this tyre replaced.

10 minutes), stop and check tyre

pressure. Screw compressor air

hose directly onto tyre valve and

compressor when doing this.

Wheel changing

Some vehicles are equipped with a

tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel

3 201.

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Make the following preparations and

observe the following information:

●

Do not start the vehicle when it is

raised on the jack.

Before screwing in the wheel

bolts, clean them and lightly coat

the taper of each wheel bolt with

commercially available grease.

2. Variant 1:

●

Park the vehicle on a level, firm

and non-skid surface. The front

wheels must be in the straight-

ahead position.

●

Apply the parking brake and

engage first gear, reverse gear or

P.

Remove the spare wheel 3 209.

Never change more than one

wheel at once.

9 Warning

Do not grease the thread of the

wheel bolt.

●

1. Pull off the wheel cover.

Install the wheel wrench ensuring

that it locates securely and loosen

each wheel bolt by half a turn.

●

Use the jack only to change

wheels in case of puncture, not

for seasonal winter or summer

tyre change.

For wheel covers with visible

wheel bolts: The cover can remain

on the wheel. Do not remove the

retaining rings on the wheel bolts.

Variant 2:

●

The jack is maintenance-free.

Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel

bolt caps with a screwdriver and

remove. To protect the wheel,

place a soft cloth between the

screwdriver and the alloy wheel.

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.

Never crawl under a jacked-up

vehicle.

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Fold out the wheel wrench and

install ensuring that it locates

securely and loosen each wheel

bolt by half a turn.

4. Variant 1:

Attach jack handle and with the

jack correctly aligned rotate

handle until wheel is clear of the

ground.

The wheels might be protected by

locking wheel bolts. To loosen

these specific bolts first attach the

adapter onto the head of the bolt

before installing the wheel

wrench. The adapter is located in

the glovebox.

Variant 2:

Set the jack to the necessary

height. Position it directly below

the jacking point in a manner that

prevents it from slipping.

Set the jack to the necessary

height. Position it directly below

the jacking point in a manner that

prevents it from slipping.

3. Ensure the jack is positioned

correctly with the vehicle jacking

points.

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Install wheel bolt caps.

11. Stow the replaced wheel 3 209,

the vehicle tools 3 194 and the

adapter for the locking wheel bolts

3 60.

12. Check the tyre pressure of the

installed tyre and also the wheel

bolt torque as soon as possible.

Have the defective tyre renewed or

repaired.

Jacking position for lifting platform

Attach wheel wrench and with the

jack correctly aligned rotate wheel

wrench until wheel is clear of the

ground.

Front arm position of the lifting

platform at the underbody.

Spare wheel

5. Unscrew the wheel bolts.

6. Change the wheel.

7. Screw on the wheel bolts.

8. Lower vehicle.

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.

9. Install the wheel wrench ensuring

that it locates securely and tighten

each bolt in a crosswise

sequence. Tightening torque is

110 Nm.

Rear arm position of the lifting

platform at the underbody.

10. Align the valve hole in the wheel

cover with the tyre valve before

installing.

The spare wheel has a steel rim.

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Caution

compartment, it must be secured with

a strap or, depending on the version,

with an extension bar.

●

Place the hook end of the strap

through the loop and pull it until

the strap is fastened securely to

the lashing eye.

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.

Storing a replaced wheel in the

load compartment using a strap

Use the strap placed in the tool box.

Vehicle tools 3 194.

●

Position the wheel on the load

compartment floor close to one

sidewall of the load

compartment.

●

Insert the strap through the

spokes of the wheel as shown in

the illustration.

●

Mount the hook to the rear

lashing eye.

The spare wheel is located in the load

compartment beneath the floor

covering. It is secured with a wing nut.

Tighten the strap and secure it

using the buckle.

●

Place the loop end of the strap

through the front lashing eye of

the according side.

The spare wheel well is not designed

for all permissible tyre sizes. If a

wheel wider than the spare wheel has

to be stowed in the load

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Remove the extension bar before

fitting the spare wheel in the well after

renewing or repairing the defective

wheel.

Only mount one temporary spare

wheel. The permissible maximum

speed on the label on the temporary

spare wheel is only valid for the

factory-fitted tyre size.

If your vehicle gets a flat tyre in the

rear while towing another vehicle,

mount the temporary spare wheel in

the front and the full tyre in the rear.

Storing a replaced wheel in the

spare wheel well using an

extension bar

Use the extension bar placed in the

tool box. Vehicle tools 3 194.

9 Warning

●

Turn the wing nut anticlockwise

and remove temporary spare

wheel.

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 jack and tools always in the

respective storage compartments

and secure them by fixing.

Place the damaged wheel always

in the load compartment secured

by the strap or in the spare wheel

well secured by the wing nut.

Tyre chains 3 201.

Spare wheel with directional tyre

If possible, 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.

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

and fit it instead of the spare

wheel.

Drive particularly carefully on wet

and snow-covered road

surfaces.

Temporary spare wheel

Caution

●

Take the extension bar from the

tool box and screw it on the bolt.

Store the damaged wheel and

secure it by turning the wing nut

clockwise.

The use of the temporary spare

wheel could affect driveability.

Have the defective tyre renewed

or repaired as soon as possible.

The floor cover can be placed on the

projecting wheel.

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●

A discharged vehicle battery can

already freeze at a temperature

of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery

before connecting jump leads.

Wear eye protection and

protective clothing when

handling a vehicle battery.

Use a booster battery with the

same voltage (12 volts). Its

capacity (Ah) must not be much

less than that of the discharged

battery.

Use jump leads with insulated

terminals and a cross section of

at least 16 mm²(25 mm²for

diesel engines).

Do not disconnect the discharged

battery from the vehicle.

Switch off all unnecessary

electrical consumers.

Do not lean over the battery

during jump starting.

Do not allow the terminals of one

lead to touch those of the other

lead.

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.

Open the positive terminal

protection caps of both batteries.

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

Be extremely careful when starting

with jump leads. Any deviation

from the following instructions can

lead to injuries or damage caused

by vehicle battery explosion or

damage to the electrical systems

of both vehicles.

●

Lead connection order:

9 Warning

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.

Avoid contact of the vehicle

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.

●

Never expose the vehicle battery

to naked flames or sparks.

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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

far away from the discharged

battery as possible, however at

least 60 cm.

4. Switch on electrical consumers

(e.g. headlights, heated rear

window) of the vehicle receiving

the jump start.

Towing

Towing the vehicle

5. Reverse above sequence exactly

when removing leads.

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.

Disengage cap at bottom and remove

downwards.

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 194.

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.

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Switch on ignition to release steering

wheel lock and to permit operation of

brake lights, horn and windscreen

wiper.

Insert cap at the bottom and close

cap.

Towing another vehicle

Transmission in neutral.

Caution

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.

Screw in the towing eye as far as it will

go until it stops in a horizontal

position.

To prevent the entry of exhaust gases

from the towing vehicle, switch on the

air recirculation and close the

windows.

Vehicles with automatic transmission:

The vehicle must be towed facing

forwards, not faster than 50 mph nor

further than 60 miles. In all other

cases and when the transmission is

defective, the front axle must be

raised off the ground.

Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow

rod – to the towing eye.

Disengage the cap at the bottom and

remove downwards.

The towing eye is stowed with the

vehicle tools 3 194.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering the

vehicle.

Caution

Activate the child lock in both rear

doors if the rear seats are

occupied. Child locks 3 25.

Seek the assistance of a workshop.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

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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.

Insert cap at the bottom and engage

cap.

Screw in the towing eye as far as it will

go until it stops in a horizontal

position.

Washing

The lashing eye at the rear

underneath the vehicle must never be

used as a towing eye.

Attach a tow rope – or even better a

tow bar – to the towing eye.

The towing eye must only be used for

towing and not for recovering a

vehicle.

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.

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.

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.

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 edges and folds on opened

doors and the bonnet as well as the

areas they cover.

Polishing and waxing

Remove dirt residues from smearing

wiper blades by using a soft cloth and

window cleaner. Also make sure to

remove any residues such as wax,

insect residues and similar from the

window.

Ice residues, pollution and continuous

wiping on dry windows will damage or

even destroy the wiper blades.

Wax the vehicle regularly (at the

latest when water no longer beads).

Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out.

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.

Caution

Always use a cleaning agent with

a pH value of 4 to 9.

Do not use cleaning agents on hot

surfaces.

Have the door hinges of all doors

greased by a workshop.

Do not clean the engine compartment

with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet

cleaner.

Plastic body parts must not be treated

with wax or polishing agents.

Vehicle care for Your Vauxhall Meriva SUV Second Generation (2011-2017)

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