Owners Manual
OPEL ANTARA Owner's Manual
Contents Introduction ...... 2 In brief ...... 6 Keys, doors and windows ...... 19 Seats, restraints ...... 34 Storage ...... 56 Instruments and controls ...... 73 Lighting ...... 106 Climate control ...... 115 Driving and operating ...... 123 Vehicle care ...... 151 Service and maintenance ...... 194 Technical data ...... 197 Customer information ...... 208 Index ...... 210 2 Introduction
Introduction Introduction 3
Vehicle specific data When this Owner's Manual refers to a ■ The index will enable you to search workshop visit, we recommend your for specific information. Please enter your vehicle's data on Opel Service Partner. the previous page to keep it easily ■ This Owner's Manual depicts left- accessible. This information is All Opel Service Partners provide hand drive vehicles. Operation is available in the sections "Service and first-class service at reasonable similar for right-hand drive vehicles. maintenance" and "Technical data" prices. Experienced mechanics ■ The Owner's Manual uses the as well as on the identification plate. trained by Opel work according to factory engine designations. The specific Opel instructions. corresponding sales designations Introduction The customer literature pack should can be found in the section always be kept ready to hand in the "Technical data". Your vehicle is a designed vehicle. combination of advanced technology, ■ Directional data, e.g. left or right, or safety, environmental friendliness front or back, always relate to the and economy. Using this manual direction of travel. This Owner's Manual provides you ■ This manual describes all options ■ The vehicle display screens may with all the necessary information to and features available for this not support your specific language. enable you to drive your vehicle model. Certain descriptions, ■ Display messages and interior safely and efficiently. including those for display and labelling are written in bold letters. menu functions, may not apply to Make sure your passengers are your vehicle due to model variant, aware of the possible risk of accident country specifications, special Danger, Warnings and and injury which may result from equipment or accessories. Cautions improper use of the vehicle. ■ The "In brief" section will give you You must always comply with the an initial overview. 9 Danger specific laws and regulations of the ■ The table of contents at the country that you are in. These laws Text marked 9 Danger provides beginning of this manual and within may differ from the information in this information on risk of fatal injury. each section shows where the Owner's Manual. Disregarding this information may information is located. endanger life. 4 Introduction
9 Warning
Text marked 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury.
Caution
Text marked Caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle. Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving. Adam Opel AG Introduction 5 6 In brief
In brief Vehicle unlocking Seat adjustment Seat positioning Initial drive information
Press button q to unlock the doors and load compartment. Open the doors by pulling the handles. To open Pull handle, slide seat, release the tailgate, operate button above handle. number plate. Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment Radio remote control 3 19, Central 3 36. locking system 3 21, Load compartment 3 23. 9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. In brief 7
Seat backrests Seat height Power seat adjustment
Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion Operate switches. release lever. Allow the backrest to up = seat higher engage audibly. Do not lean on the down = seat lower seat backrest whilst adjusting it. Seat position 3 35, Seat adjustment 3 Seat position 35, Seat adjustment 3 36. 3 36, Seat folding 3 37. 8 In brief
Positioning = move front switch Head restraint adjustment Seat belt forwards/backwards Height of = move front part of front part of front switch seat upwards/ downwards Height of = move rear part of rear part of front switch seat upwards/ downwards Height of = move entire front entire seat switch upwards/ downwards Backrest = move upper part of rear switch Press release button, adjust height Pull out the seat belt and engage in forwards/backwards and engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be Seat position 3 35, Power seat Head restraints 3 34. twisted and must fit close against the adjustment 3 38. body. The backrest must not be tilted back too far (maximum approx. 25 °). To release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Seat position 3 35, Seat belts 3 41, Airbag system 3 44. In brief 9
Mirror adjustment Exterior mirrors Steering wheel adjustment Interior mirror
Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, adjust it. then engage lever and ensure it is To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on Convex exterior mirrors 3 27, fully locked. the underside of the mirror housing. Electric adjustment 3 27, Folding Do not adjust steering wheel unless Interior mirror 3 29, Automatic anti- exterior mirrors 3 28, Heated vehicle is stationary and steering dazzle interior mirror 3 29. exterior mirrors 3 28. wheel lock has been released. Airbag system 3 44, Ignition positions 3 124. 10 In brief
Instrument panel overview In brief 11
1 Side air vents ...... 120 8 Info-Display ...... 94 15 Fuse box ...... 170 2 Fixed air vents ...... 121 Check control, tyre 16 Climate control system ...... 115 3 High beam ...... 107 pressure monitoring 17 Ignition switch with system ...... 176 steering wheel lock ...... 124 Headlight flash ...... 107 Trip computer ...... 101 18 Accelerator pedal ...... 123 Turn and lane-change 19 Driver airbag ...... 47 signals ...... 109 9 Centre air vents ...... 120 10 Hazard warning flashers .... 108 20 Brake pedal ...... 136 Exit lighting ...... 113 21 Clutch pedal ...... 123 Parking assist ...... 142 Parking lights ...... 110 22 Steering wheel adjustment ..73 Electronic Stability Control . 138 Cruise control ...... 91 23 Bonnet release ...... 153 4 Remote control on Descent control system ...... 139 24 Coin storage ...... 57 steering wheel ...... 73 Status LED for anti-theft 25 Card holder ...... 57 Trip computer ...... 101 alarm system ...... 24 26 Light switch ...... 106 5 Horn ...... 74 Folding exterior mirrors ...... 28 Automatic light control ...... 106 6 Instruments ...... 80 Eco button for stop/start Instrument illumination ...... 111 7 Windscreen wiper and system ...... 125 Rear fog light ...... 110 washer system, headlight 11 Infotainment system ...... 10 washer system ...... 74 12 Front passenger airbag ...... 47 Front fog lights ...... 109 Rear window wiper and 13 Status LEDs for front Headlight range washer system ...... 76 passenger airbag ...... 49 adjustment ...... 107 Control indicator for front passenger seat belt ...... 42 14 Glovebox ...... 56 12 In brief In brief 13
Exterior lighting Headlight flash, high beam and Turn and lane-change signals low beam
Turn light switch right = lever up left = lever down AUTO = Automatic light control: headlight = pull lever flash Headlights are switched Turn and lane-change signals high = push lever on and off automatically. 3 109, Parking lights 3 110. 7 = Off (or deactivation of beam automatic light control) low beam = pull lever back towards 8 = Sidelights steering wheel 9 = Headlights Automatic light control 3 106, High Press button beam 3 107, Headlight flash 3 107. > = Front fog lights r = Rear fog light Lighting 3 106. 14 In brief
Hazard warning flashers Horn Washer and wiper systems Windscreen wiper
Operated with the ¨ button. Press j. Hazard warning flashers 3 108. & = fast % = slow $ = timed interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor § = off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Windscreen wiper 3 74, Wiper blade replacement 3 160. In brief 15
Windscreen and headlight Rear window wiper and washer Climate control washer systems system Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors
Pull lever. Wiper on = push lever Windscreen and headlight washer Wiper off = pull lever system 3 74, Washer fluid 3 156. Wash = press and hold button Heating is operated by pressing the RÜ button. Rear window wiper and washer system 3 76, Wiper blade Heated rear window 3 31, Heated replacement 3 160, Washer fluid exterior mirrors 3 28. 3 156. 16 In brief
Demisting and defrosting the Close centre air vents, open side air Transmission windows vents and direct them towards the door windows. Manual transmission Climate control system 3 115.
Air distribution to V (or l). Cooling A/C (or n) and air Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, recirculation 4 are switched on wait 3 seconds after depressing automatically to improve defrosting clutch pedal and engage the gear. efficiency (air recirculation 4 is If the gear does not engage, set the automatically switched off in vehicles lever to neutral, release the clutch with electronic climate control). pedal and depress again; then repeat Set temperature to highest level. gear selection. 3 Set fan speed to highest level. Manual transmission 133. Switch on heated rear window RÜ. In brief 17
Automatic transmission Starting off Starting the engine Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 176, 3 207. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 153. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational. ■ Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 27, 3 35, P = park 3 42. ■ Turn key to position ACC R = reverse ■ Brake function at low speed, ■ move the steering wheel slightly to N = neutral particularly if the brakes are wet. release the steering wheel lock D = drive ■ manual transmission in neutral Manual mode: move selector lever ■ operate clutch and brake pedals from D to the left. ■ automatic transmission in P or N < = higher gear ] = lower gear ■ do not accelerate ■ diesel engines: turn key to ON for The selector lever can only be moved preheating and wait until control out of P when the ignition is on and indicator ! extinguishes the foot brake is applied. To engage ■ turn key to START and release P or R, push the release button. Starting the engine 3 124. Automatic transmission 3 129. 18 In brief
Stop-start system Parking off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb. ■ Always apply the electrical parking p brake. ■ Lock the vehicle with button on the radio remote control 3 21. Pull switch m. Activate the anti-theft alarm system For maximum force, e.g. parking 3 24. with a trailer or on inclines, pull switch m twice. ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high ■ Switch off the engine and turn the temperature of the exhaust system ignition key to position LOCK, push could ignite the surface. key into ignition switch and remove. ■ Close windows and sunroof. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock is felt to ■ The engine cooling fans may run engage. after the engine has been switched If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a off 3 152. standstill and certain conditions are For vehicles with automatic fulfilled, activate an Autostop as transmission, depress foot brake ■ After running at high engine speeds follows: and shift into P before pushing key or with high engine loads, operate into ignition switch and removing. the engine briefly at a low load or ■ Depress the clutch pedal run in neutral for approx. ■ shift the selector lever to N ■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or 1 or 2 minutes, before switching off uphill slope, engage first gear or in order to protect the turbocharger. ■ release the clutch pedal move the selector lever to P before 3 An Autostop is indicated by the switching off the ignition. On an Keys, locks 19, Laying the vehicle 3 needle at the AUTOSTOP position in uphill slope, turn the front wheels up for a long period of time 151. the tachometer. away from the kerb. To restart the engine, depress the If the vehicle is on a downhill slope, clutch pedal again. engage reverse gear or move the Stop-start system 3 125. selector lever to P before switching Keys, doors and windows 19
Keys, locks Press button to extend. To fold the Keys, doors and key, first press the button. windows Keys Car Pass Replacement keys The Car Pass contains security Keys, locks ...... 19 The key number is specified in the related vehicle data and should Doors ...... 23 Car Pass or on a detachable tag. therefore be kept in a safe place. Vehicle security ...... 24 The key number must be quoted When the vehicle is taken to a when ordering replacement keys as it Exterior mirrors ...... 27 workshop, this vehicle data is needed is a component of the immobiliser in order to perform certain operations. Interior mirrors ...... 29 system. Windows ...... 30 Locks 3 190. Radio remote control Roof ...... 32 Key with foldaway key section 20 Keys, doors and windows
Used to operate: ■ Overload of the central locking Key with foldaway key section ■ Central locking system system by operating at frequent intervals, the power supply is ■ Anti-theft locking system interrupted for a short time. ■ Anti-theft alarm system ■ Interference from higher-power The radio remote control has a range radio waves from other sources. of approx. 6 metres. This range can Unlocking 3 21. be affected by external influences. The hazard warning flashers confirm Radio remote control battery operation. replacement Handle with care, protect from Replace the battery as soon as the moisture and high temperatures and range reduces. avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault Extend the key and open the unit. If the central locking system cannot Replace the battery (battery type be operated with the radio remote CR2032), paying attention to the control, it may be due to the following: installation position. Close the unit. ■ Range exceeded. Key with fixed key section Batteries do not belong in household ■ Battery voltage too low. Open the unit with a small screwdriver waste. They must be disposed of at ■ Frequent, repeated operation of the in the notch on the cover. Replace the an appropriate recycling collection radio remote control while not in battery (battery type CR2032), paying point. range, which will require attention to the installation position. reprogramming. Seek the Close the unit. assistance of a workshop. Keys, doors and windows 21
Central locking system Note The central locking system can be If no door is opened within activated with the windows open. Unlocks and locks doors, load 5 minutes after the vehicle has been compartment and fuel filler flap. Note unlocked, the vehicle is relocked For safety reasons, the vehicle A pull on an interior door handle automatically (and the anti-theft cannot be locked or unlocked via the unlocks the respective door. Pulling alarm is reactivated). remote control (and the anti-theft the handle once more opens the door. When button q is pressed, the systems will not be activated) if the Note instrument panel illuminates for key is in the ignition switch. In the event of an accident in which approx. 30 seconds or until ignition If the driver's door is not closed airbags or belt pretensioners are switch is turned to position ACC. properly, the central locking system deployed, the vehicle is will not work. automatically unlocked. Locking Close doors, load compartment, fuel Unlocking the tailgate Unlocking filler flap, bonnet, windows and sunroof.
Press button q. Press button q. Press button p. 22 Keys, doors and windows
The tailgate is unlocked together with When the key is in the ignition switch, Child locks the doors. locking is only possible if all doors are With the engine running, the tailgate closed. will only unlock when the electrical parking brake is applied or automatic Fault in radio remote control transmission is in position P. system Central locking buttons Unlocking Locks or unlocks all doors, the load Manually unlock the driver's door by compartment and fuel filler flap from turning the key in the lock. Switch on the passenger compartment. the ignition and press the left part of central locking switch m to unlock all doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap.
Locking 9 Warning Manually lock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. Use the child locks whenever children are occupying the rear seats.
Using a key or suitable screwdriver, turn button on rear door lock to the horizontal position. The door cannot Press left part of switch m to lock. be opened from inside. Press right part of switch m to unlock. For deactivation, turn the child lock to the vertical position. Keys, doors and windows 23
Doors Closing Fault Load compartment Tailgate Opening
Use the interior handle. To open the tailgate in the event of Do not operate the button above the power interruption: number plate while closing the Remove the interior trim cover from tailgate, as this will unlock it again. the central latch area, then push the Central locking system 3 21. lever using a suitable tool. Operate the button above the number General hints for operating plate and lift the tailgate. tailgate If the tailgate is open when the ignition is switched on, control indicator 1 9 Warning illuminates in the instrument cluster 3 91. Do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting Central locking system 3 21. bulky objects, since toxic exhaust 24 Keys, doors and windows
gases, which cannot be seen or Vehicle security Activating smelled, could enter the vehicle. This can cause unconsciousness Anti-theft locking system and even death. 9 Warning Caution Do not use the system if there are Before opening the tailgate check people in the vehicle! The doors overhead obstructions, such as a cannot be unlocked from the garage door, to avoid damage to inside. the tailgate. Always check the moving area above and behind the The system deadlocks all the doors. tailgate. All doors must be closed otherwise the system cannot be activated. Press button p on the radio remote Note If the ignition was on, the driver's door control twice within 3 seconds. The installation of certain heavy must be opened and closed once so Alternatively, turn key in driver's door accessories onto the tailgate may that the vehicle can be secured. towards rear of vehicle again within affect its ability to remain open. Unlocking the vehicle disables the 3 seconds after locking. mechanical anti-theft locking system. This is not possible with the central locking button. Anti-theft alarm system The anti-theft alarm system is combined with the anti-theft locking system. Keys, doors and windows 25
It monitors: Press button p on radio remote Activation without monitoring of ■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet control or manually lock the driver's passenger compartment and door. ■ Passenger compartment including vehicle inclination adjoining load compartment The system is activated: ■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised ■ Automatically, 30 seconds after locking the vehicle (initialisation of ■ Siren power supply the system) ■ Ignition ■ Directly by pressing p on the radio Activation remote control once more after locking If the hazard warning lights do not flash once upon activation or the control indicator flashes rapidly, this may indicate that a door, the tailgate or the bonnet is not fully closed. Note Switch off the monitoring of Changes to the vehicle interior such passenger compartment and vehicle as the use of seat covers, and open inclination when people or animals windows or sunroof, could impair the are being left in the vehicle, because function of passenger compartment of high volume ultrasonic signals, monitoring. movements triggering the alarm and when the vehicle is on a ferry or train. Ensure the doors, tailgate, fuel filler 1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows flap, bonnet, windows and sunroof and sunroof. are closed. 2. Press button o. Control indicator o illuminates yellow in the instrument cluster. 26 Keys, doors and windows
3. Close doors. Status during the first 30 seconds of If the alarm has been triggered, the 4. Activate the anti-theft alarm anti-theft alarm system activation: hazard warning lights will not flash system. LED illu‐ = test, arming delay. upon deactivation. Press button o again to cancel. minates Alarm Control indicator o extinguishes. LED = doors, tailgate or flashes bonnet not completely When triggered, the alarm sounds via quickly closed, or system fault. a separate battery-backed power Status LED sounder, and the hazard warning Status after system is armed: lights flash simultaneously. The LED flashes = system is number and duration of alarm signals slowly armed. are stipulated by legislation. LED flashes = system is The alarm can be silenced by quickly 3 times disarmed. pressing any button of the radio after unlocking remote control or manually unlocking the driver's door with the ignition key. Seek the assistance of a workshop in The anti-theft alarm system is the event of faults. deactivated at the same time. Deactivation Unlocking the vehicle deactivates anti-theft alarm system. Hazard Status LED is located in the centre warning lights flash twice upon console. deactivation. If no door is opened or the engine is not started within 30 seconds after the vehicle has been unlocked, the vehicle is relocked automatically and the alarm is reactivated. Keys, doors and windows 27
Immobiliser the ignition and remove key, wait Exterior mirrors approx. 2 seconds and then repeat the start attempt. Convex shape If the control indicator remains illuminated, attempt to start the The convex exterior mirror contains engine using the spare key and seek an aspherical area and reduces blind the assistance of a workshop. spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will Note affect the ability to estimate The immobiliser does not lock the distances. doors. You should always lock the vehicle after leaving it and switch on the anti-theft alarm system 3 21, Electric adjustment 3 24. The system is part of the ignition Control indicator d 3 90. switch and checks whether the vehicle is allowed to be started with the key being used. The immobiliser is activated automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch. Control indicator d illuminates in the instrument cluster when the ignition is switched on, then extinguishes. If d remains illuminated when the ignition Select the relevant exterior mirror by is on, there is a fault in the system; the turning the switch to left (L) or right engine cannot be started. Switch off (R). Then swivel the control to adjust the mirror. 28 Keys, doors and windows
Folding mirrors Electric folding Heated mirrors
For pedestrian safety, the exterior With ignition switch in positions ACC Operated by pressing the RÜ button. mirrors will swing out of their normal or ON, press button n and both LED illuminates in the button. exterior mirrors will fold in. mounting position if they are struck Heating works with the key in ignition with sufficient force. Reposition the Press button n again - both exterior switch positions ACC or ON and is mirror by applying slight pressure to mirrors return to their original position. switched off automatically after a the mirror housing. If an electrically folded mirror is short time. Manual folding manually extended, pressing button To avoid discharging the battery, n will only electrically extend the Press lightly on the outside of the operate only with the engine running. n mirror housing to fold in the exterior other mirror. Pressing button again Do not operate when you are just mirrors. folds both mirrors back in. starting the vehicle, or if there is a Fold mirrors back to the driving build up of snow or ice on the exterior position before driving the vehicle. mirrors. Keys, doors and windows 29
Do not use sharp instruments or Interior mirrors Automatic anti-dazzle abrasive cleaners on the exterior mirrors and avoid scratching or damaging the heating elements. Manual anti-dazzle
Automatic dimming
Press button on mirror housing to turn function on; button illuminates and To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on dazzle from following vehicles at night the underside of the mirror housing. is automatically reduced. Press button again to turn function off. Exterior mirror on the driver's side There are two light sensors in the dims to reduce glare automatically in mirror housing. To avoid interference conjunction with the automatic anti- and loss of function, do not cover the dazzle interior mirror 3 29. sensors or hang anything on the mirror. 30 Keys, doors and windows
Windows Windscreen stickers After switching off the ignition, Do not attach stickers such as toll window operation is disabled when Windscreen road stickers or similar on the the driver's door is opened. windscreen in the area of the interior Heat-reflecting windscreen mirror. Otherwise the detection zone The heat-reflecting windscreen has a of the sensor could be restricted. coating which reflects solar radiation. Also data signals, e.g. from toll Power windows stations, might be reflected. 9 Warning
Take care when operating the power windows. Risk of injury, particularly to children. If there are children on the rear seats, switch on the child safety Operate the switch for the respective system for the power windows. window by pushing to open or pulling Keep a close watch on the to close. windows when closing them. For incremental operation: Push or Ensure that nothing becomes pull switch briefly. trapped in them as they move. For automatic opening or closing: The marked areas of the windscreen Push or pull switch for longer. behind the interior mirror are not Power windows can be operated: Window moves up or down covered with the coating. Devices for ■ with ignition on, automatically with safety function electronic data recording and fee ■ within 10 minutes of switching enabled. To stop movement, operate payment must be attached in these ignition off. the switch once more in the same areas. Otherwise data recording direction. malfunctions may occur. Keys, doors and windows 31
Additional switches are located in the Child safety system for rear Heated rear window front passenger's door and the rear windows doors. The rear windows do not open fully. Safety function If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened again. Override safety function In the event of closing difficulties due to frost or the like, pull the relevant Ü window switch several times until the Operated by pressing the R button. z window is closed. The window moves Press switch to deactivate rear LED illuminates in the button. up with the safety function disabled. door power windows. To reactivate, Heating works with the key in ignition press z again. switch positions ACC or ON and is With the child safety system on, rear switched off automatically after a door windows can only be operated short time. via the switches in the driver's door. To avoid discharging the battery, operate only with the engine running. Overload Do not operate when you are just If the windows are repeatedly starting the vehicle, or if there is a operated within short intervals, the build up of snow or ice on the rear window operation is disabled for window. some time. 32 Keys, doors and windows
Do not use sharp instruments or Roof For incremental operation, briefly abrasive cleaners on the rear window press the switch in the required and avoid scratching or damaging the direction. For automatic opening or heating elements. Sunroof closing, press and hold the switch. 9 Warning Open Sun visors Press switch rearwards; it will open Take care when operating the automatically unless the switch is sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly pressed again in another direction, or to children. released. Keep a close watch on the Note movable parts when operating If the top of the roof is wet, tilt them. Ensure that nothing sunroof, allow water to run off and becomes trapped in them as they then open sunroof. move. Close Slide/tilt sunroof Press and hold switch forwards. Release switch when sunroof reaches desired position.
The sun visors can be folded down or Tilt swivelled to the side to prevent Press and hold switch upwards. dazzling. Release switch when sunroof Sun visors have vanity mirrors and a reaches desired position. ticket holder on the rear. When the To return sunroof to its original vanity mirror covers are opened, the position, pull and hold switch sun visor light illuminates. downwards. Release switch when The mirror covers should be closed sunroof reaches desired position. when driving. Keys, doors and windows 33
General hints Function standby The sunroof can be operated: ■ with ignition on, ■ within 10 minutes of switching ignition off, After switching off the ignition, sunroof operation is disabled when driver's door is opened. 34 Seats, restraints
Seats, restraints Head restraints Height adjustment
Position Head restraints ...... 34 Front seats ...... 35 9 Warning Rear seats ...... 39 Only drive with the head restraint Seat belts ...... 41 set to the proper position. Airbag system ...... 44 Child restraints ...... 51
Press release button, adjust height and engage. Pull head restraint up to raise. Push head restraint down while pressing the release button to lower the head restraint. Removal The upper edge of the head restraint Insert a suitable tool into the small should be at upper head level. If this hole in the side of the guide sleeve is not possible for extremely tall without the release button and people, set to highest position, and depress the lock. Press the release set to lowest position for small people. button on the other guide sleeve and pull up the head restraint. Seats, restraints 35
Stow head restraints securely in load Front seats ■ Sit with shoulders as far back compartment. against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that it is Seat position possible to easily reach the Active head restraints steering wheel with arms slightly In the event of a rear-end impact, the 9 Warning bent. Maintain contact between active head restraints automatically shoulders and the backrest when tilt forwards. Thus the head is Only drive with the seat correctly turning the steering wheel. Do not supported so that the risk of whiplash adjusted. angle the backrest too far back. We injury is reduced. recommend a maximum rake of Note approximately 25°. Do not attach objects or components ■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 73. that are not approved for your ■ Set seat height high enough to vehicle to the head restraints. These have a clear field of vision on all affect the protective effect of the sides and of all display instruments. head restraints and can be propelled There should be at least one hand through the vehicle in an of clearance between head and the uncontrolled manner if the driver roof frame. Your thighs should rest brakes hard or an accident occurs. lightly on the seat without pressing Note into it. Approved accessories may only be ■ Adjust the head restraint 3 34. attached if the seat is not in use. ■ Sit with buttocks as far back against ■ Adjust the height of the seat belt the backrest as possible. Adjust the 3 42. distance between the seat and the ■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it pedals so that legs are slightly supports the natural shape of the angled when pressing the pedals. spine. Slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible. 36 Seats, restraints
Seat adjustment Seat positioning Seat backrests
9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment.
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as they could move uncontrollably.
9 Warning Pull handle, slide seat, release Pull lever, adjust inclination and handle. release lever. Allow the backrest to Never store any objects under the engage audibly. seats. Do not lean on the seat backrest whilst adjusting it. Drive only with engaged seats and backrests. Seats, restraints 37
Seat height Lumbar support Seat folding
Caution
When seat height is in highest position, push head restraints down and lift up sun visors before folding backrest forwards.
Lever pumping motion Adjust lumbar support to suit personal up = seat higher requirements using the lever. down = seat lower To increase or decrease lumbar support, move lever forwards or backwards.
Push head restraint all the way down. Slide seat as far back as it will go. Lift release lever and fold backrest down onto seat cushion. Lower lever and backrest engages in lowered position. 38 Seats, restraints
Slide seat forwards. Seat backrests To return the backrest to its original position, slide seat as far back as it will go, lift release lever, move the backrest to upright position, lower lever and the backrest engages. Folding the backrest forwards is possible only when the backrest is in an upright position. Do not operate lever to adjust lumbar support with backrest tilted forward.
Power seat adjustment Seat lengthwise position Move front switch forwards/ Move upper part of rear switch backwards. 9 Warning forwards/backwards. Seat height The seat backrest must not be tilted Care must be taken when Move front of switch upwards/ back too far (recommended operating the power seats. There downwards to adjust height of front maximum tilting angle approx. 25°). is a risk of injury, particularly for part of seat cushion. children. Articles could become trapped. Move rear of switch upwards/ downwards to adjust height of rear Keep a close watch on the seats part of seat cushion. when adjusting them. Vehicle passengers should be informed Move front and rear of switch accordingly. upwards/downwards to adjust height of entire seat cushion. Seats, restraints 39
Heating If temperature continues to rise, turn Rear seats seat heating off and seek the assistance of a workshop. Seat backrests
Adjust heating to the desired setting by pressing the ß button for the respective seat one or more times with the ignition switch set to ACC or To adjust seat backrests, lift release ON. The control indicator in the button lever on top of backrest and move indicates the setting. backrest forwards/backwards to desired position. To deactivate heating, set the heating level to its lowest setting and press Do not lean on the backrest whilst the ß button. The control indicator in adjusting it. the button will extinguish. When folding the backrests, ensure Prolonged use of the highest setting the seat belts are unbuckled. for people with sensitive skin is not recommended. 40 Seats, restraints
Push head restraints all the way Fold armrest down. The armrest 9 Warning down, lift backrest release lever and contains cupholders and a storage fold backrest forwards and down onto box. Never adjust seats while driving as seat cushion. they could move uncontrollably. Do not allow passengers to sit on a Seat folding folded backrest, or place any unrestrained loads on it. To move backrest to its original position, lift and push the backrest into place and ensure the backrest engages.
Armrest
The load compartment can be enlarged by folding the seat backrests onto the seat cushions. To fold backrests separately, unbuckle all three rear seat belts and ensure front seats are not in a reclined position. Seats, restraints 41
Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by Belt force limiters only one person at a time. Located on the front seats. Stress on Child restraint system 3 51. the body is reduced by the gradual Periodically check all parts of the belt release of the belt during a collision. system for damage and proper Belt pretensioners functionality. In the event of a head-on collision or Have damaged components side impact of a certain severity, the replaced. After an accident, have the front seat belts are tightened. belts and triggered belt pretensioners replaced by a workshop. 9 Warning Note Make sure that the belts are not Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or damaged by shoes or sharp-edged fitting of belts) can trigger the belt objects or trapped. Prevent dirt from pretensioners. The seat belts are locked during getting into the belt retractors. heavy acceleration or deceleration of Deployment of the belt pretensioners the vehicle holding the occupants in Seat belt reminder is indicated by illumination of control the seated position. Thereby the risk Front seats are equipped with a seat indicator v 3 84. of injury is considerably reduced. belt reminder, indicated for driver seat by control indicator X in the Triggered belt pretensioners must be instrument cluster 3 84 and for replaced by a workshop. Belt 9 Warning pretensioners can only be triggered passenger seat by control indicator once. Fasten seat belt before each trip. k on the passenger side of the instrument panel 3 42. Note In the event of an accident, people Do not affix or install accessories or not wearing seat belts endanger other objects that may interfere with their fellow occupants and the operation of the belt themselves. 42 Seats, restraints
pretensioners. Do not make any Height adjustment modifications to belt pretensioner components as this will invalidate the vehicle type approval. Three-point seat belt Fastening
Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place 1. Squeeze release buttons objects such as handbags or mobile together. phones between the belt and your body. 2. Slide adjuster up or down. 3. Ensure adjuster latches into 9 Warning position.
Withdraw the belt from the retractor, The belt must not rest against hard guide it untwisted across the body or fragile objects in the pockets of and insert the latch plate into the your clothing. buckle. Tighten the lap belt regularly whilst driving by pulling the shoulder belt. Seat belt reminder X 3 84. Seats, restraints 43
Removing Using the seat belt while pregnant
Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. It must not lie across the throat or upper arm. To release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Do not adjust while driving. 9 Warning
The lap belt must be positioned as low as possible across the pelvis to prevent pressure on the abdomen. 44 Seats, restraints
Front passenger seat belt Airbag system Each airbag is triggered only once. reminder Have deployed airbags replaced by a workshop. Furthermore, it might be The airbag system consists of a necessary to have the steering number of individual systems wheel, the instrument panel, parts of depending on the scope of the panelling, the door seals, equipment. handles and the seats replaced. When triggered, the airbags inflate Do not make any modifications to within milliseconds. They also deflate the airbag system as this will so quickly that it is often unnoticeable invalidate the vehicle type approval. during the collision. When the airbags inflate, escaping 9 Warning hot gases may cause burns. Control indicator v for airbag systems If handled improperly the airbag 3 84. systems can be triggered in an When the engine is running, control explosive manner. Child restraint systems on front indicator k flashes then illuminates if passenger seat with airbag the passenger seat is occupied and Note the seat belt is not engaged. systems The airbag systems and belt Warning according to ECE R94.02: If vehicle speed exceeds 22 km/h, k pretensioner control electronics are will flash for 100 seconds along with located in the centre console area. a warning chime, then illuminate until Do not put any magnetic objects in the seat belt is fastened. this area. Illuminates briefly when ignition is Do not stick anything on the airbag switched on. covers and do not cover them with Control indicator X for driver's seat other materials. belt reminder 3 84. Seats, restraints 45
sous peine d'infliger des DA: Brug ALDRIG en bagudvendt BLESSURES GRAVES, voire autostol på et forsæde med AKTIV MORTELLES à l'ENFANT. AIRBAG, BARNET kan komme I ES: NUNCA utilice un sistema de LIVSFARE eller komme ALVORLIGT retención infantil orientado hacia TIL SKADE. atrás en un asiento protegido por un SV: Använd ALDRIG en bakåtvänd AIRBAG FRONTAL ACTIVO. Peligro barnstol på ett säte som skyddas med de MUERTE o LESIONES GRAVES en framförvarande AKTIV AIRBAG. para el NIÑO. DÖDSFALL eller ALLVARLIGA RU: ЗАПРЕЩАЕТСЯ SKADOR kan drabba BARNET. устанавливать детское FI: ÄLÄ KOSKAAN sijoita taaksepäin удерживающее устройство лицом suunnattua lasten turvaistuinta EN: NEVER use a rear-facing child назад на сиденье автомобиля, istuimelle, jonka edessä on restraint system on a seat protected оборудованном фронтальной AKTIIVINEN TURVATYYNY, LAPSI by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, подушкой безопасности, если VOI KUOLLA tai VAMMAUTUA DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the ПОДУШКА НЕ ОТКЛЮЧЕНА! Это VAKAVASTI. CHILD can occur. может привести к СМЕРТИ или NO: Bakovervendt DE: Nach hinten gerichtete СЕРЬЕЗНЫМ ТРАВМАМ barnesikringsutstyr må ALDRI brukes Kindersitze NIEMALS auf einem Sitz РЕБЕНКА. på et sete med AKTIV verwenden, der durch einen davor NL: Gebruik NOOIT een achterwaarts KOLLISJONSPUTE foran, da det kan befindlichen AKTIVEN AIRBAG gericht kinderzitje op een stoel met føre til at BARNET utsettes for geschützt ist, da dies den TOD oder een ACTIEVE AIRBAG ervoor, om LIVSFARE og fare for ALVORLIGE SCHWERE VERLETZUNGEN DES DODELIJK of ERNSTIG LETSEL van SKADER. KINDES zur Folge haben kann. het KIND te voorkomen. PT: NUNCA use um sistema de FR: NE JAMAIS utiliser un siège retenção para crianças voltado para d'enfant orienté vers l'arrière sur un trás num banco protegido com um siège protégé par un COUSSIN AIRBAG ACTIVO na frente do GONFLABLE ACTIF placé devant lui, 46 Seats, restraints mesmo, poderá ocorrer a PERDA DE korunmakta olan bir koltukta BLAZINO, saj pri tem obstaja VIDA ou FERIMENTOS GRAVES na kullanmayınız. ÇOCUK ÖLEBİLİR nevarnost RESNIH ali SMRTNIH CRIANÇA. veya AĞIR ŞEKİLDE POŠKODB za OTROKA. IT: Non usare mai un sistema di YARALANABİLİR. SR: NIKADA ne koristiti bezbednosni sicurezza per bambini rivolto UK: НІКОЛИ не використовуйте sistem za decu u kome su deca all'indietro su un sedile protetto da систему безпеки для дітей, що okrenuta unazad na sedištu sa AIRBAG ATTIVO di fronte ad esso: встановлюється обличчям назад, AKTIVNIM VAZDUŠNIM pericolo di MORTE o LESIONI на сидінні з УВІМКНЕНОЮ JASTUKOM ispred sedišta zato što GRAVI per il BAMBINO! ПОДУШКОЮ БЕЗПЕКИ, інакше це DETE može da NASTRADA ili da se EL: ΠΟΤΕ μη χρησιμοποιείτε παιδικό може призвести до СМЕРТІ чи TEŠKO POVREDI. κάθισμα ασφαλείας με φορά προς τα СЕРЙОЗНОГО ТРАВМУВАННЯ MK: НИКОГАШ не користете детско πίσω σε κάθισμα που προστατεύεται ДИТИНИ. седиште свртено наназад на από μετωπικό ΕΝΕΡΓΟ ΑΕΡΟΣΑΚΟ, HU: SOHA ne használjon hátrafelé седиште заштитено со АКТИВНО διότι το παιδί μπορεί να υποστεί néző biztonsági gyerekülést előlről ВОЗДУШНО ПЕРНИЧЕ пред него, ΘΑΝΑΣΙΜΟ ή ΣΟΒΑΡΟ AKTÍV LÉGZSÁKKAL védett ülésen, затоа што детето може ДА ЗАГИНЕ ΤΡΑΥΜΑΤΙΣΜΟ. mert a GYERMEK HALÁLÁT vagy или да биде ТЕШКО ПОВРЕДЕНО. PL: NIE WOLNO montować fotelika KOMOLY SÉRÜLÉSÉT okozhatja. BG: НИКОГА не използвайте dziecięcego zwróconego tyłem do HR: NIKADA nemojte koristiti sustav детска седалка, гледаща назад, kierunku jazdy na fotelu, przed zadržavanja za djecu okrenut prema върху седалка, която е защитена którym znajduje się WŁĄCZONA natrag na sjedalu s AKTIVNIM чрез АКТИВНА ВЪЗДУШНА PODUSZKA POWIETRZNA. ZRAČNIM JASTUKOM ispred njega, ВЪЗГЛАВНИЦА пред нея - може да Niezastosowanie się do tego to bi moglo dovesti do SMRTI ili се стигне до СМЪРТ или zalecenia może być przyczyną OZBILJNJIH OZLJEDA za DIJETE. СЕРИОЗНО НАРАНЯВАНЕ на ŚMIERCI lub POWAŻNYCH SL: NIKOLI ne nameščajte otroškega ДЕТЕТО. OBRAŻEŃ u DZIECKA. varnostnega sedeža, obrnjenega v RO: Nu utilizaţi NICIODATĂ un scaun TR: Arkaya bakan bir çocuk emniyet nasprotni smeri vožnje, na sedež z pentru copil îndreptat spre partea din sistemini KESİNLİKLE önünde bir AKTIVNO ČELNO ZRAČNO spate a maşinii pe un scaun protejat AKTİF HAVA YASTIĞI ile de un AIRBAG ACTIV în faţa sa; Seats, restraints 47 acest lucru poate duce la DECESUL ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole Front airbag system sau VĂTĂMAREA GRAVĂ a suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille COPILULUI. ees on AKTIIVSE TURVAPADJAGA The front airbag system consists of kaitstud iste, sest see võib one airbag in the steering wheel and CS: NIKDY nepoužívejte dětský one in the instrument panel on the zádržný systém instalovaný proti põhjustada LAPSE SURMA või TÕSISE VIGASTUSE. front passenger side. These can be směru jízdy na sedadle, které je identified by the word AIRBAG. chráněno před sedadlem AKTIVNÍM MT: QATT tuża trażżin għat-tfal li AIRBAGEM. Mohlo by dojít k jħares lejn in-naħa ta’ wara fuq sit VÁŽNÉMU PORANĚNÍ nebo ÚMRTÍ protett b’AIRBAG ATTIV quddiemu; DÍTĚTE. dan jista’ jikkawża l-MEWT jew SK: NIKDY nepoužívajte detskú ĠRIEĦI SERJI lit-TFAL. sedačku otočenú vzad na sedadle Beyond the warning required by chránenom AKTÍVNYM AIRBAGOM, ECE R94.02, for safety reasons a pretože môže dôjsť k SMRTI alebo forward-facing child restraint system VÁŽNYM ZRANENIAM DIEŤAŤA. must only be used subject to the LT: JOKIU BŪDU nemontuokite atgal instructions and restrictions in the atgręžtos vaiko tvirtinimo sistemos table 3 52. sėdynėje, prieš kurią įrengta AKTYVI The airbag label may be located on ORO PAGALVĖ, nes VAIKAS GALI both sides of the front passenger sun ŽŪTI arba RIMTAI SUSIŽALOTI. visor. The warning label reminds that the LV: NEKĀDĀ GADĪJUMĀ use of rear-facing child restraint neizmantojiet uz aizmuguri vērstu 9 Danger systems on the front passenger seat bērnu sēdeklīti sēdvietā, kas tiek is not permitted. Risk of fatal injury. aizsargāta ar tās priekšā uzstādītu Do not use a child restraint system The front airbag system is triggered in AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo on the passenger seat with active the event of a front-end impact of a pretējā gadījumā BĒRNS var gūt front airbag. certain severity. The ignition must be SMAGAS TRAUMAS vai IET BOJĀ. switched on. Airbag deactivation 3 49. 48 Seats, restraints
Fit the seat belt correctly and engage securely. Only then the airbag is able to protect. Side airbag system
The inflated airbags cushion the The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby considerably impact, thereby considerably reducing the risk of injury to the upper reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and head of the front seat body and pelvis in the event of a side- occupants. on collision.
9 Warning The side airbag system consists of an 9 Warning airbag in each front seat backrest. Optimum protection is only This can be identified by the word Keep the area in which the airbag provided when the seat is in the AIRBAG. inflates clear of obstructions. 3 proper position 35. The side airbag system is triggered in Keep the area in which the airbag the event of a side impact of a certain Note inflates clear of obstructions. severity. The ignition must be Only use protective seat covers that switched on. have been approved for the vehicle. Be careful not to cover the airbags. Seats, restraints 49
Curtain airbag system 9 Warning The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each Keep the area in which the airbag side. This can be identified by the inflates clear of obstructions. word AIRBAG on the roof pillars. The hooks on the handles in the The curtain airbag system is triggered roof frame are only suitable for in the event of a side-on impact of a hanging up light articles of certain severity. The ignition must be clothing, without coat hangers. Do switched on. not keep any items in these clothes.
Airbag deactivation The front passenger airbag system The front passenger airbag system can be deactivated via a key- must be deactivated if a child restraint operated switch on the right side of system is to be fitted on this seat. The the instrument panel. belt pretensioners and all driver airbag systems will remain active.
The inflated airbags cushion the impact, thereby considerably reducing the risk of injury to the head in the event of a side-on impact. 50 Seats, restraints
V Use the ignition key to choose the Risk of fatal injury for an adult Control indicator for front 3 position: person on a seat with deactivated passenger airbag 81. * = front passenger airbag front passenger airbag. OFF systems are deactivated and will not inflate in the event of a collision. Control indicator * illuminates continuously on the passenger side of the instrument panel. A child restraint system can be installed in accordance with the chart Child restraint installation locations 3 52. No adult person is allowed to occupy the front passenger seat. V = front passenger airbag Control indicators for the front ON systems are active. A child passenger airbag system are located restraint system must not on the passenger side of the be installed. instrument panel. As long as control indicator is not 9 Danger illuminated, the front passenger airbag system will inflate in the event Risk of fatal injury for a child using of a collision. a child restraint system on a seat Change status only when the vehicle with activated front passenger is stopped with the ignition off. airbag. Status remains until the next change. Seats, restraints 51
Child restraints This is especially the case if rear- Ensure that the mounting location of facing child restraint systems are the child restraint system within the used on the front passenger seat. vehicle is correct, see following Child restraint systems tables. We recommend the Opel child Airbag deactivation 3 49. Allow children to enter and exit the restraint system which is tailored Airbag label 3 44. vehicle only on the side facing away specifically to the vehicle. from the traffic. When a child restraint system is being Selecting the right system When the child restraint system is not used, pay attention to the following The rear seats are the most in use, secure the seat with a seat belt usage and installation instructions or remove it from the vehicle. and also those supplied with the child convenient location to fasten a child restraint system. restraint system. Note Always comply with local or national Children should travel facing Do not stick anything on the child regulations. In some countries, the rearwards in the vehicle as long as restraint systems and do not cover use of child restraint systems is possible. This makes sure that the them with any other materials. forbidden on certain seats. child's backbone, which is still very A child restraint system which has weak, is under less strain in the event been subjected to stress in an of an accident. 9 Warning accident must be replaced. Suitable are restraint systems that When using a child restraint comply with valid UN ECE system on the front passenger regulations. Check local laws and seat, the airbag systems for the regulations for mandatory use of child front passenger seat must be restraint systems. deactivated; if not, the triggering of Ensure that the child restraint system the airbags poses a risk of fatal to be installed is compatible with the injury to the child. vehicle type. 52 Seats, restraints
Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system On front passenger seat Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg X U1 U, < X or approx. 10 months Group 0+: up to 13 kg X U1 U, < X or approx. 2 years Group I: 9 to 18 kg X U1 U, < X or approx. 8 months to 4 years Group II: 15 to 25 kg X X U X or approx. 3 to 7 years Group III: 22 to 36 kg X X U X or approx. 6 to 12 years
1 = Child restraint system must be secured using a three-point seat belt. Move seat height adjustment to uppermost position and ensure that vehicle seat belt runs forwards from the upper anchorage point. Adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensure that the belt is tight on the buckle side. < = Vehicle seat with ISOFIX mounting available. When mounting with ISOFIX, only ISOFIX child restraint systems that have been approved for the vehicle may be used. U = Universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt. X = No child restraint system permitted in this weight and age class. Seats, restraints 53
Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system On front On rear On rear Weight and age class Size class Fixture passenger seat outboard seats centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx. 10 months E ISO/R1 X IL X Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years E ISO/R1 X IL X D ISO/R2 X IL X C ISO/R3 X IL X Group I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months to 4 years D ISO/R2 X IL X C ISO/R3 X IL X B ISO/F2 X IUF X B1 ISO/F2X X IUF X A ISO/F3 X IUF X Group II: 15 to 25 kg X IL X or approx. 3 to 7 years Group III: 22 to 36 kg X IL X or approx. 6 to 12 years 54 Seats, restraints
IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'vehicle-specific', 'restricted' or 'semi-universal' categories. The ISOFIX restraint system must be approved for the specific vehicle type. IUF = Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of universal category approved for use in this weight and age class. X = No ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight and age class. ISOFIX size class and seat device A - ISO/F3 = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B - ISO/F2 = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. B1 - ISO/F2X = Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. C - ISO/R3 = Rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kg. D - ISO/R2 = Rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 18 kg. E - ISO/R1 = Rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kg. Seats, restraints 55
ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether fastening eyes systems
The Top-tether anchors located on Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX the rear of the backrests are designed child restraint systems to the ISOFIX to hold child restraints which come mounting brackets. equipped with Top-tether anchor attachments only. Follow the Permitted installation positions for instructions provided with the specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint Top-tether child restraint system. systems are marked in the table by IL. For use of ISOFIX and Top-tether No more than two ISOFIX child fixings, universal ISOFIX child restraint systems can be installed on restraint systems may be used. the rear seats at the same time, Permitted installation positions are though not on the rear centre seat. marked in the table by IUF. ISOFIX mounting brackets are indicated by a label on the backrest. 56 Storage
Storage compartments The glovebox will illuminate when Storage opened. The glovebox partition can be 9 Warning removed from its groove. Store the Storage compartments ...... 56 partition in the groove on the far left- Load compartment ...... 68 Do not store heavy or sharp hand side of the glovebox. objects in the storage Roof rack system ...... 71 The glovebox should be closed whilst compartments. Otherwise vehicle driving. Loading information ...... 71 occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around in the Lockable glovebox event of hard braking, a sudden Lock and unlock the glovebox with the change in direction or an accident. key.
Glovebox Cupholders Cupholders are located in the front of the centre console. The cupholder is flexible, allowing different size drink containers to be stored. Additional cupholders are located in the centre rear seat armrest. Fold down the armrest to access the cupholder. Storage 57
Front storage Coin storage Sunglasses storage Console net
Pull handle to open. Push door firmly To open: push the rear part of the to close. cover. Located in the front passenger foot To close: pull up cover and push it well. Card holder Located above the coin storage until it latches into place. compartment. A card can be retained Do not use for storing heavy objects. in the slot for convenient use. 58 Storage
Underseat storage Armrest storage Rear carrier system Front passenger seat undertray Console box in front armrest
The rear carrier system (Flex-Fix system) allows bicycles to be Pull up on front of tray then pull it To open: pull up lever and lift the lid. attached to a pull-out carrier forwards. Push the tray towards the To close: lower lid and push it down integrated into the vehicle floor. The seat to return it to its original position. until it latches into position. transportation of other objects is not permitted. Centre console storage The maximum load of the rear carrier system is 40 kg. The maximum load To access the storage compartment, per bicycle is 20 kg. power outlet and AUX input, slide the cupholder tray rearwards. The wheelbase of a bicycle must not exceed 1.15 metres. Otherwise the Power outlets 3 78. secure fastening of a bicycle is not AUX input - see Infotainment system possible. manual for further information. Storage 59
If not in use, the carrier system must Completely pull out the rear carrier be slid back into the vehicle floor. system until you hear it engage. A multifunction box is offered as an Ensure that it is not possible to push accessory for the rear carrier system. in the rear carrier system without There must not be any objects on the pulling the release lever again. bicycles that could become loose during transportation. 9 Warning
Caution It is only permissible to fit objects to the rear carrier system if the Do not attach bicycles with carbon system has been correctly pedal cranks to bicycle carriers. engaged. If the rear carrier system The bicycles might get damaged. Raise release lever. The system will not engage correctly, do not fit disengages and travels quickly out of objects to the system and slide the Extending the bumper. system back. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Open the tailgate.
9 Warning
No-one should be in the extension zone of the rear carrier system, risk of injury. 60 Storage
Pull up license plate holder and fully Push the clamping lever and push the insert the holder supports into the bulb holder into the retainer until it hits retainers. the stop. Perform this procedure for both tail Install the tail lamps lamps.
Open out the bulb holder on the back of the tail lamp completely.
First remove the rear (1), then the Check the cable and lamp position to front (2) tail lamp from the recesses. make sure these are correctly installed and are securely located. Storage 61
Lock the rear carrier system Unfold pedal crank recesses
Remove the pedal crank mounts from the pedal crank recesses. Swivel the left clamping lever (1) back Fold one or both pedal crank first, followed by the right clamping recesses upwards until the diagonal lever (2) until they stop. Both support engages. clamping levers must point backwards, otherwise safe functionality is not guaranteed. Note Close the tailgate. 62 Storage
Adapting the rear carrier system Press the release lever and withdraw to a bicycle the wheel recesses.
If the bicycle has curved pedal cranks, screw in the pedal crank unit all the way (position 1). With the rotary lever on the pedal Push the release lever on the strap crank recess, roughly adapt the retainer and remove the strap adjustable pedal crank unit to the retainer. protrusion of the pedal crank. If the bicycle has straight pedal cranks, unscrew the pedal crank unit completely (position 5). Storage 63
Prepare the bicycle for Attaching a bicycle to the rear attachment carrier system
Insert pedal crank mount into outer rail of each pedal crank recess from above and slide downwards as far as Note Put on the bicycle. The pedal crank it will go. The maximum width for the pedal here must be placed in the pedal crank is 38.3 mm and the maximum crank recess opening as shown in the depth is 14.4 mm. illustration. Rotate the left pedal (without a chain cog) vertically downwards. The pedal Caution on the left pedal crank must be horizontal. Make sure that the pedal does not touch the surface of the rear end The front bicycle must have its front carrier. Otherwise the bicycle wheel facing left. crankset might be damaged The rear bicycle must have its front during transport. wheel facing right. 64 Storage
Attach the pedal crank by rotating the Place the bicycle upright using the attachment screw on the pedal crank Caution rotary lever on the pedal crank mount. recess. Make sure to pull out the wheel recesses as far as necessary to If the two bicycles obstruct one have both bicycle tyres placed in another, the relative positions of the the recesses. Otherwise a bicycles can be adapted by adjusting horizontal mounting of the bicycle the wheel recesses and the rotary is not ensured. Disregard could lever on the pedal crank recess until lead to damage of the bicycle the bicycles no longer touch one wheels caused by hot exhaust another. Make sure there is sufficient fumes. clearance from the vehicle.
Place the wheel recesses such that the bicycle is more or less horizontal. Here, the distance between the pedals and the tailgate should be at least 5 cm. Both bicycle tyres must be in the wheel recesses.
Tighten the attachment screw for the Align the bicycle in the longitudinal pedal bearing mount to its maximum direction of the vehicle: Slightly point by hand. loosen the pedal mount. Storage 65
Secure both bicycle wheels to the Removing a bicycle from the wheel recesses using strap retainers. rear carrier system Check the bicycle to make sure it is secure.
Caution
Ensure gap between bicycle and vehicle is at least 5 cm. If necessary, loosen handlebar and swivel sideways.
The settings for the wheel recesses Note and on the rotary lever on the pedal It is recommended to attach a crank recess should be noted and warning sign at the rearmost bicycle saved for each bicycle. Correct to increase visibility. Undo strap retainers on both bicycle presetting will facilitate refitting of the tyres. bicycle. Hold on to the bicycle, loosen the attachment screw for the pedal bearing mount, then lift the pedal bearing mount to remove it. 66 Storage
Retracting the rear carrier Press release lever and slide in wheel system recesses all the way as far as they will go.
Insert the strap retainer and pull tightly downwards as far as possible.
Push the pedal crank mounts into the pedal crank recess as shown in the Disengage the locking lever on the illustration. diagonal support and fold both pedal crank recesses down.
9 Warning
Risk of pinching. Storage 67
Push the clamping lever down and pull both lamp supports out of the recesses.
Swivel first the right clamping lever Pull up license plate holder and fold (1) forwards, followed by the left down into horizontal position. clamping lever (2), until they can be engaged in their respective recesses. Fold in the bulb holders on the backs of the tail lamps. First place the front tail lamp (1), then the rear tail lamp (2) in the recesses and push down as far as possible. Push cables all the way into all guides in order to prevent damage.
Open the tailgate. 68 Storage
Raise the release lever and hold. Lift Load compartment Closing the cover the system slightly and push it into the bumper until it engages. Release lever must return to original Storage compartments in the position. load compartment
9 Warning
If the system cannot be correctly engaged, please seek the assistance of a workshop.
Pull load compartment cover towards rear of vehicle using handle and insert retainers into brackets on either side of load compartment. Located on both sides of the load compartment floor. Opening the cover Remove load compartment cover from side brackets. The cover rolls up Load compartment cover automatically. Do not place any objects on the cover. Storage 69
Removing the cover Rear floor storage cover
Depending on version, to access the rear floor storage compartment, push Open load compartment cover. Pull To access the rear floor storage both levers on the floor cover towards socket on either side of cover towards compartment, pull floor cover handle the handle and pull up the cover by centre of vehicle, lift and remove upwards. the handle. cover from the side guides. Fit in reverse order. 70 Storage
The lashing eyes are designed to Caution secure items against slippage, e.g. using lashing straps or a luggage floor Do not allow objects to protrude net. above the top of the rear floor storage compartment, to avoid Two additional lashing eyes are damage to the storage area and located in front of the rear seats. the load compartment floor. Designed for carrying small, light items only, a luggage floor net helps Jack and vehicle tools 3 173. keep loads from moving during sharp Tyre repair kit 3 179. turns or quick starts and stops. Temporary spare wheel 3 185. To install: attach the four net hooks to the lashing eyes mounted on the load Where present, hang the hook to the compartment floor. upper part of the tailgate opening. Lashing eyes Caution Warning triangle Stow the warning triangle below the Only use the hook for hanging up floor cover in the load compartment. the rear floor cover and the height adjustable cover. First aid kit Stow the first aid kit below the floor cover in the load compartment.
Fire extinguisher Stow the fire extinguisher securely in the load compartment. Storage 71
Roof rack system Loading information ■ Do not place any objects on the load compartment cover or the instrument panel, and do not cover ■ Heavy objects in the load Roof rack the sensor on top of the instrument compartment should be evenly For safety reasons and to avoid panel. distributed and placed as far damage to the roof, the vehicle ■ The load must not obstruct the approved roof rack system is forward as possible. Ensure the backrests are securely engaged. If operation of the pedals, electrical recommended. For further parking brake and gear selector, or information contact a workshop. objects can be stacked, the heavier objects should be placed at the hinder the freedom of movement of Fasten the roof rack to the roof rails bottom. the driver. Do not place any following the instructions that unsecured objects in the interior. accompany the system, ensuring that With rear seats in the folded position, objects must not be ■ Do not drive with an open load the roof load is evenly distributed over compartment. the side or cross rails. stacked higher than the seat backrests. Loads must not be placed on the roof 9 Warning surface. To prevent damage or loss, ■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes 3 70. check frequently that roof loads are Always make sure that the load in securely fastened. ■ Secure loose objects in the load the vehicle is securely stowed. Driving with a roof load affects the compartment, e.g. with a luggage Otherwise objects can be thrown vehicle centre of gravity; drive floor net, to prevent sliding. around inside the vehicle and carefully in crosswinds and do not ■ When transporting objects in the cause personal injury or damage drive at high speeds. load compartment, the backrests of to the load or car. Remove the roof rack when not in the rear seats must not be angled ■ The payload is the difference use. forward. between the permitted gross ■ Do not allow the load to protrude vehicle weight (see identification above the upper edge of the plate 3 198) and the EC kerb backrests. weight. 72 Storage
To calculate the EC kerb weight, enter the data for your vehicle in the Weights table at the front of this manual. The EC kerb weight includes weights for the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank 90 % full). Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight. ■ Driving with a roof load increases the sensitivity of the vehicle to cross-winds and has a detrimental effect on vehicle handling due to the vehicle's higher centre of gravity. Distribute the load evenly and secure it properly with retaining straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently. Do not drive faster than 120 km/h. The permissible roof load is 100 kg. The roof load is the combined weight of the roof rack and the load. Instruments and controls 73
Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment
Controls ...... 73 Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ...... 80 Information displays ...... 92 Vehicle messages ...... 99 Trip computer ...... 101
The Infotainment system and a connected mobile phone can be Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, operated via the controls on the then engage lever and ensure it is steering wheel. fully locked. Further information is available in the Do not adjust steering wheel unless Infotainment system instruction vehicle is stationary and steering manual. wheel lock has been released. 74 Instruments and controls
Horn Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Windscreen wiper
Press j. To set the wiping interval to a value between 1 and 10 seconds: & = fast ■ Switch on ignition. % = slow ■ Push lever down from position §. $ = timed interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain ■ Wait until wiping frequency reaches sensor the desired interval. § = off ■ Set lever to position $. For a single wipe when the The interval remains stored until the windscreen wiper is off, press the next change or until the ignition is lever down. switched off. Switching the ignition on and moving the lever to $ sets the Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. interval to 3.5 seconds. Switch off in car washes. Instruments and controls 75
In this mode, wiping frequency is also The wiper operates for one cycle to Windscreen and headlight affected by vehicle speed. As vehicle check the system when the key is washer speed increases, wiping will become turned to ignition switch position more frequent. ACC. To turn wiper off, move lever to Automatic wiping with rain sensor position §.
Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the windscreen. If the lever is held longer, the wiper $ = automatic wiping with rain operates for two cycles after the lever Keep the rain sensor area clean by sensor has been released and once more activating the windscreen washer after a 3 second delay. The rain sensor detects the amount of system. If the headlights are on, washer fluid water on the windscreen and is also sprayed onto the headlights. automatically regulates the frequency The headlight washer system can of the windscreen wiper. only be operated again after a short delay. If washer fluid level is low then this delay is increased. 76 Instruments and controls
Control indicator G illuminates in the Move lever to activate the rear A drop in temperature is indicated instrument cluster when the washer window wiper: immediately and a rise in temperature fluid level is low. Push lever = wiper on after a time delay. Pull lever = wiper off If outside temperature drops to 3 °C, Wiper activated lighting the symbol : illuminates in the With light switch in the AUTO To activate rear window washer Board-Info-Display as a warning for position, when the windscreen wiper system, press and hold button on end icy road conditions. : remains is operated for 8 cycles or more the of lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto illuminated until outside temperature exterior lights illuminate rear window and the wiper wipes a reaches at least 5 °C. automatically. few times when the button is released. Rear window wiper/washer Do not use if the windscreen is frozen. Switch off in car washes.
Outside temperature
In vehicles with Graphic-Info-Display or Colour-Info-Display, a message appears on the display as a warning for icy road conditions. There is no message below -5 °C. Instruments and controls 77
Automatic time synchronisation 9 Warning Board-Info-Display The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above 0 °C. Clock
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display 3 94.
The RDS (Radio Data System) signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time, identified by } in the display. Some RDS transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, Date and time are shown in the switch off automatic time Info-Display. synchronisation and set the time Board-Info-Display 3 92. manually. 78 Instruments and controls
Deactivate (Clock Sync.Off) or Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info- To set date and time manually, select activate (Clock Sync.On) automatic Display menu item Time, Date from the time synchronisation with the arrow Settings menu. The menu is buttons on the Infotainment system. displayed. Select the menu items To set date and time manually, select required and make the desired the menu item for time and date setting. setting from the Settings menu and To correct time with the help of RDS, make the desired setting. The value select menu item Synchron. clock ready for modification is marked with automatical. from the Time, Date arrows. Use the arrow buttons to menu. The box in front of Synchron. make the required setting. The setting clock automatical. will be checked. is saved when the menu item is Graphic-Info-Display, exited. Colour-Info-Display 3 94. To correct time with the help of RDS, select the menu item for time synchronisation from the Settings With the navigation system, date and Power outlets menu and make the desired setting. time are set automatically upon The socket can be used to connect receipt of a GPS satellite signal. If the electrical accessories. Board-Info-Display 3 92. displayed time does not match local time, it can be corrected manually or automatically by receiving an RDS time signal. Some RDS transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, switch off automatic time synchronisation and set the time manually. Instruments and controls 79
Electrical accessories that are connected must comply with the electromagnetic compatibility requirements laid down in DIN VDE 40 839. Do not connect any current-delivering accessories, e.g. electrical charging devices or batteries. Do not damage the outlet by using unsuitable plugs. Stop-start system 3 125. 12 Volt power outlets are located Pull the cap out to use the power beneath the cupholder in the front outlet, and replace the cap when not centre console, in the rear centre in use. console and on the right-hand side of Do not exceed the maximum power the load compartment. consumption of 120 Watts. Operational with ignition switch in positions ACC or ON. Use of power outlets while the engine is not running will discharge the battery. Additionally, the power outlets are deactivated in the event of low vehicle battery voltage. 80 Instruments and controls
Warning lights, gauges Odometer To reset, press and hold the trip odometer button for a few seconds and indicators The odometer display is located in the with the ignition on. centre of the instrument cluster. Instrument cluster Tachometer In some versions, the needles of the instruments briefly rotate to the end position when the ignition is switched on.
Speedometer
The bottom line displays the recorded distance in km. Displays the engine speed. Trip odometer Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible. The top line displays the recorded distance since the last reset. Caution There are two independent trip Indicates vehicle speed. odometers. Press the trip odometer If the needle is in the red warning button once to toggle between zone, the maximum permitted Trip A and Trip B. engine speed is exceeded. Engine at risk. Instruments and controls 81
Fuel gauge Service display N = neutral D = drive position (automatic The engine oil life system lets you mode) know when to change the engine oil 1-6 = selected gear in manual mode and filter. Based on driving conditions, the interval at which an engine oil and filter change will be Control indicators indicated can vary considerably. The control indicators described are Change engine oil 3 89. not present in all vehicles. The description applies to all instrument versions. Depending on the Transmission display equipment, the position of the control indicators may vary. When the ignition is switched on, Displays the fuel level in the tank. most control indicators will illuminate briefly as a functionality test. Control indicator Y illuminates if the level in the tank is low. Refuel The control indicator colours mean: immediately 3 145. red = danger, important Never run the tank dry. Erratic fuel reminder supply can cause catalytic converter yellow = warning, information, fault to overheat 3 129. green = confirmation of activation blue = confirmation of activation Diesel engines: if the tank has been white = confirmation of activation run dry, bleed the fuel system 3 159. Because of the fuel remaining in the Displays the mode or selected gear tank, the top-up quantity may be less with automatic transmission. than the specified tank capacity P = park position 3 206. R = reverse gear 82 Instruments and controls
Control indicators on the 9 Danger instrument panel Risk of fatal injury for a child using a child restraint system together with activated front passenger airbag. Risk of fatal injury for an adult person with deactivated front passenger airbag.
k illuminates red. Front passenger seat belt reminder 3 42. * illuminates yellow. The front passenger airbag is deactivated 3 49. Instruments and controls 83
Control indicators in the instrument cluster 84 Instruments and controls
Turn signal When the engine is running, if seat belt is not engaged, the control 9 Warning O illuminates or flashes green. indicator will flash for 100 seconds The relevant control indicator flashes then illuminate until seat belt is Have the cause of the fault when the turn signal is switched on fastened. remedied immediately by a workshop. 3 109. If vehicle speed exceeds 22 km/h, the Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signal control indicator will flash for Belt pretensioners, airbag system bulb or the associated fuse or failure 100 seconds along with a warning 3 41, 3 44. of a turn signal light on trailer. chime and remains illuminated until Both control indicators flash when the seat belt is fastened. hazard warning flashers are active Fastening the seat belt 3 41. Charging system 3 p 108. Front passenger seat belt reminder k illuminates red. Bulb replacement 3 160, Fuses 3 42. Illuminates when the ignition is 3 166. switched on and extinguishes shortly Turn signals 3 109. after the engine starts. If it does not Airbag and belt tensioners illuminate, seek the assistance of a v illuminates red. workshop. Seat belt reminder When the ignition is switched on, v flashes briefly. If it does not flash, Illuminates when the engine is Seat belt reminder for front stays lit or flashes during driving, running seats there is a fault in the airbag system. Stop vehicle and switch off engine. X for driver's seat illuminates or Seek the assistance of a workshop. Battery is not charging. Engine flashes red. The airbags and belt pretensioners cooling may be interrupted. The k for front passenger's seat may fail to trigger in the event of an brake servo unit may cease to be illuminates or flashes red, when the accident. effective. seat is occupied. Deployment of the belt pretensioners or airbags is indicated by continuous illumination of v. Instruments and controls 85
Interrupt your journey immediately. Control indicator Z also illuminates if In some cases, the fault can be Remove key and check drive belt there is a fault in the diesel particle eliminated by switching the engine off condition and tensioning before filter 3 128 or with the automatic and back on again. If g illuminates seeking the assistance of a transmission 3 132. Seek the again after restarting the engine, the workshop. assistance of a workshop as soon as vehicle may need a service. possible. Have the cause of the fault eliminated Malfunction indicator light Ensure the fuel filler cap is screwed in by a workshop. completely 3 145. Z illuminates or flashes yellow. Illuminates when the ignition is Flashes when the engine is Brake system switched on and extinguishes shortly running R illuminates red. after the engine starts. If it does not Fault that could lead to catalytic Illuminates when the ignition is illuminate, seek the assistance of a converter damage 3 129. Ease up on switched on and extinguishes shortly workshop. the accelerator until the flashing after the engine starts. If it does not Can illuminate briefly when driving; stops. Seek the assistance of a illuminate, stop and seek the this is normal and does not indicate a workshop immediately. assistance of a workshop. system fault. If it stays lit while the engine is Illuminates when the engine is Service vehicle soon running, the brakes do not operate as normal, or leaks are found in the g running illuminates yellow. brake system, do not attempt to drive Fault in the emission control system. Illuminates when the engine is the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to The permitted emission limits may be running to indicate a fault in the a workshop for inspection and repair. exceeded. Fuel economy and vehicle engine or transmission electronics. driveability may be impaired. Seek The electronics switch to an 9 Warning the assistance of a workshop emergency running programme, fuel immediately. consumption may be increased and Stop. Do not continue your vehicle handling may be impaired. journey. Consult a workshop. 86 Instruments and controls
Illuminates when engine is running if Electrical parking brake If the control indicator does not fluid level for brake hydraulics is too illuminate when the ignition is low 3 156. fault switched on, stays lit or illuminates Brake system 3 136. j illuminates yellow. during driving, there is a fault in the When the ignition is switched on, j ABS. The brake system remains operational but without ABS Electrical parking brake illuminates briefly. If it does not illuminate, seek the assistance of a regulation. m illuminates or flashes red. workshop. If control indicator u illuminates When the engine is started, m during driving along with brake illuminates briefly. If it does not Illuminates system control indicator R, there is a illuminate, seek the assistance of a Electrical parking brake is operating serious fault in the brake system. workshop. with degraded performance 3 137. Have the system checked immediately by a workshop. Illuminates 9 Warning Antilock brake system 3 136. Electrical parking brake is applied 3 137. Have the cause of the fault remedied immediately by a Upshift Flashes workshop. [ illuminates green. Electrical parking brake is not fully Upshifting is recommended for fuel applied or released. Antilock brake system saving purposes. Switch on ignition, depress brake (ABS) pedal and attempt to reset the system by first releasing and then re-applying u illuminates yellow. All wheel drive the electrical parking brake. The system is ready for operation B illuminates or flashes yellow. If m remains flashing, do not drive when the control indicator Illuminates briefly when the ignition is and seek the assistance of a extinguishes. switched on. If it does not illuminate, workshop. seek the assistance of a workshop. Instruments and controls 87
Flashes briefly when the engine Illuminates to indicate there is a fault Interference due to external sources is running in the system. of ultrasound. Once the source of The system is temporarily disabled. If it flashes or illuminates during interference is removed, the system driving, friction material needs to cool will operate normally. Flashes continuously when the down: drive the vehicle without Have the cause of the fault in the engine is running braking as much as possible. system remedied by a workshop. System fault. Seek the assistance of Descent control system 3 139. Ultrasonic parking assist 3 142. a workshop immediately. All wheel drive 3 134. Power steering Electronic Stability Control 2 illuminates yellow. b illuminates or flashes yellow. Descent control system When the ignition is switched on, 2 When the engine is started, b u illuminates yellow and/or green. illuminates briefly. If it does not illuminates briefly. If it does not Both the yellow and green control illuminate, stays lit or illuminates illuminate, seek the assistance of a indicators illuminate briefly when the during driving, there is a fault in the workshop. ignition is switched on. system. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Illuminates Green Power steering 3 123. Fault in the system. Continued driving Illuminates when system is ready for is possible. Driving stability, however, operation. may deteriorate depending on road Ultrasonic parking assist surface conditions. Flashes during driving when system is in operation, after pressing the u r illuminates yellow. Have the cause of the fault remedied button. Fault in system by a workshop. Yellow or Flashes to indicate system is not Fault due to sensors that are dirty or ready for conditions to operate. covered by ice or snow or 88 Instruments and controls
Flashes When the engine is started, W Diesel particle filter illuminates briefly. If it does not The system is actively engaged. % illuminates or flashes yellow. Engine output may be reduced and illuminate, seek the assistance of a the vehicle may be braked workshop. The diesel particle filter requires automatically to a small degree. cleaning. Illuminates when the engine is Electronic Stability Control 3 138. Continue driving until % running extinguishes. Stop vehicle and switch off engine. Electronic Stability Control Illuminates during driving off Caution Control indicator % iluminates, accompanied by a warning chime, t illuminates yellow. Coolant temperature too high. when the diesel particle filter is full. When the ignition is switched on, t Start cleaning process as soon as illuminates briefly. If it does not Check coolant level 3 154. possible. illuminate, seek the assistance of a If there is sufficient coolant, seek the workshop. assistance of a workshop. Flashes during driving Illuminates when ESC has been Control indicator % flashes when the switched off manually by pressing maximum filling level of the filter is button t on the centre console. Preheating reached. Start cleaning process ! immediately to avoid damage to the Electronic Stability Control 3 138. illuminates yellow. Preheating is activated. Only engine. A warning chime sounds activates when outside temperature every 3 minutes until the cleaning Engine coolant is low. process is complete. 3 temperature If it illuminates during driving or if the Diesel particle filter 128, Stop-start system 3 125. W illuminates red. engine cannot be started, seek the assistance of a workshop as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure Starting the engine 3 124. I illuminates red. Instruments and controls 89
Illuminates when the ignition is Change engine oil switched on and extinguishes shortly 9 Warning after the engine starts. If it does not C illuminates yellow. illuminate, seek the assistance of a When the engine is off, When the engine is started, C workshop. considerably more force is needed illuminates briefly. If it does not to brake and steer. During an illuminate, seek the assistance of a Illuminates when the engine is Autostop the brake servo unit will workshop. still be operational. running The engine oil life monitor lets you Do not remove key until vehicle is know when to change the oil. Control Caution stationary, otherwise the steering indicator C illuminates to indicate wheel lock could engage that engine oil life has been unexpectedly. Engine lubrication may be diminished and the oil needs interrupted. This may result in changing. damage to the engine and/or Check oil level before seeking the locking of the drive wheels. assistance of a workshop 3 153. Based on driving conditions, the interval at which an oil change will be 1. Depress clutch. indicated can vary considerably. Low engine oil level Change oil within 1000 km. Engine 2. Select neutral gear, set selector S illuminates yellow. lever to N. power may be decreased. When the ignition is switched on, S 3. Move out of the flow of traffic as Once the engine oil has been illuminates briefly. If it does not 3 quickly as possible without changed 153, the engine oil life illuminate, seek the assistance of a impeding other vehicles. monitor needs to be reset. Seek the workshop. assistance of a workshop. 4. Switch off ignition. Illuminates during driving Oil level is low: top up oil to specified Fuel economy mode level 3 153. s illuminates green. Illuminates when fuel ecomony mode is switched on 3 131. 90 Instruments and controls
Low fuel Immobiliser Brake pedal needs to be depressed to release the electrical parking brake Y illuminates yellow. d illuminates red. 3 137. When the engine is started, Y When the engine is started, d Clutch pedal needs to be depressed illuminates briefly. If it does not illuminates briefly. If it does not to restart the engine. illuminate, seek the assistance of a illuminate, seek the assistance of a 3 workshop. workshop. Stop-start system 125. Illuminates during driving when fuel Illuminates to indicate a fault in the level in tank is too low. Refuel immobiliser system. The engine High beam immediately 3 145. cannot be started. C illuminates blue. Never run the tank dry. Erratic fuel Electronic immobiliser 3 27. Illuminated when high beam is on and supply can cause catalytic converter during headlight flash 3 107. 3 to overheat 129. Reduced engine power Diesel engines: if the tank has been run dry, bleed the fuel system 3 159. # illuminates yellow. Automatic headlight Fuel tank capacity 3 206. Illuminates in conjunction with control levelling system indicator g, the vehicle needs a 3 q illuminates yellow Catalytic converter 129. service. Move out of the flow of traffic Illuminates during driving to indicate a as quickly as possible without fault that requires immediate impeding other vehicles, stop the Drain fuel filter attention. Seek the assistance of a engine and restart after 10 seconds. U illuminates yellow. workshop as soon as possible. The engine power is limited. Consult Automatic headlight range Illuminates when water level in diesel a workshop. fuel filter exceeds a specified level. adjustment 3 107. Residual water in the diesel fuel filter must be drained 3 159. Seek the Apply footbrake Fog light assistance of a workshop as soon as - illuminates yellow. > illuminates green. possible. Instruments and controls 91
Illuminates when the front fog lights accompanied by a warning chime, to Anti-theft alarm system are switched on 3 109. warn the driver to reduce speed as appropriate. a illuminates yellow. Illuminates when alarm system Rear fog light monitoring of the passenger r illuminates yellow. Trailer indicator compartment and vehicle inclination Illuminates when the rear fog light is á illuminates green. has been switched off with button switched on 3 110. Illuminates when a trailer is a in the roof lining. connected to the vehicle 3 147. Anti-theft alarm system 3 24. Cruise control m illuminates yellow or green. Bonnet open / illuminates red. Illuminates yellow Illuminates when the bonnet is open. The system is ready for operation. Stop-start system 3 125. Illuminates green A certain speed is stored. Door open Cruise control 3 141. ( illuminates red. Illuminates when a door is open or not Speed warning securely latched. à illuminates yellow. In vehicles equipped with the Tailgate open overspeed warning light, when 1 illuminates red. vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h, control indicator à flashes, Illuminates when tailgate is open or not securely latched 3 23. 92 Instruments and controls
Information displays The Info-Display is located in the Select using the Infotainment system instrument panel above the buttons Board-Info-Display Infotainment system. An F in the display indicates a fault. The Info-Display is located in the Have the cause of the fault remedied instrument panel above the by a workshop. Infotainment system. Trip computer, Board-Info-Display 3 101. Selecting functions Functions and settings of the Infotainment system can be accessed via the Info-Display. Functions are selected and executed in the menu on the display using the In the Settings menu, use the OK arrow buttons on the Infotainment button to call up the required function. system or the left adjuster wheel on Use the arrow buttons to change the steering wheel. settings. If a check control warning message In the BC menu, use the OK button to Info-Display indicates: appears on the Info-Display, the call up the required function. Use the ■ time 3 77 display is blocked from other OK button to operate the stop watch functions. Acknowledge the message ■ outside temperature 3 76 or restart measurement and by pressing the OK button or the left calculation. ■ date 3 77 adjuster wheel. If there are several ■ Infotainment system - see warning messages, acknowledge Infotainment system instruction them one at a time. manual Check control 3 100. Instruments and controls 93
Select using the left adjuster wheel on System settings ■ Time, setting minutes the steering wheel ■ Date, setting day ■ Date, setting month ■ Date, setting year ■ Ignition logic ■ Language selection ■ Setting units of measure Automatic time synchronisation
Press the Settings button of the Turn the adjuster wheel to call up the Infotainment system. Menu item required function. Audio then opens. Press the adjuster wheel to open the Call up System with the left arrow BC menu, to select marked items and button and select with the OK button. confirm commands. In the BC menu The first function of the System menu press to operate the stop watch or is highlighted. Some of the functions restart measurement and calculation. appear on the display in an abbreviated form. The RDS (Radio Data System) signal The functions are displayed in the of most VHF transmitters following order: automatically sets the time, identified ■ Time synchronisation by } in the display. ■ Time, setting hours 94 Instruments and controls
Some transmitters do not send a The value ready for modification is Setting units of measure correct time signal. In such cases, marked with arrows. Use the arrow switch off automatic time buttons to make the required setting. synchronisation and set the time The setting is saved when the menu manually. item is exited. Deactivate (Clock Sync.Off) or Ignition logic activate (Clock Sync.On) automatic time synchronisation with the arrow See Infotainment system instruction buttons. manual. Setting date and time Language selection
Select the required unit of measurement with the arrow buttons.
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display Depending on the vehicle configuration the vehicle has a Graphic-Info-Display or Colour-Info-Display. The To set date and time manually, select The display language for some functions can be selected. Info-Display is located in the the menu item for time and date instrument panel above the settings and make the desired Select the required language with the Infotainment system. setting. arrow buttons. Instruments and controls 95
The type of information and how it is wheel. If there are several warning displayed depends on the equipment messages, acknowledge them one at of the vehicle and the settings of the a time. trip computer and Infotainment Check control 3 100. system. Some information appears on the display in an abbreviated form. Select using the Infotainment An F in the display indicates a fault. system buttons Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. Trip computer, Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-Info-Display 3 102.
Info-Display indicates: Selecting functions ■ time 3 77 The functions and settings of the Infotainment system can be accessed ■ outside temperature 3 76 via the Info-Display. ■ date 3 77 Functions are selected and executed ■ Infotainment and navigation in the menu on the display using the systems - see Infotainment system arrow buttons and the central instruction manual multifunction knob on the Select a function via the Infotainment ■ system settings Infotainment system or the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel. system arrow buttons. The menu of The Info-Display is located in the the selected function is displayed. instrument panel above the If a check control warning message Infotainment system. The appears on the Info-Display, the Select using the central Graphic-Info-Display presents the display is blocked from other multifunction knob information in monochrome. The functions. Acknowledge the message The multifunction knob is the central Colour-Info-Display presents the by pressing an arrow button, the control element for the menus: information in colour. multifunction knob or the left adjuster 96 Instruments and controls
Turn Select using the left adjuster Function areas ■ To mark a menu option wheel on the steering wheel ■ To set a numeric value or to display a menu option Press ■ To select or activate the marked option ■ To confirm a set value ■ To switch a system function on/off To exit a menu, turn the multifunction knob left or right to Return or Main and select. For each function area there is a main Turn the adjuster wheel to call up the page (Main), which is selected at the required function. top edge of the display: Press the adjuster wheel to select ■ Audio, marked items and confirm ■ Navigation, commands. Press to operate the stop ■ Telephone, watch or restart measurement and calculation. ■ Trip computer. Trip computer 3 102. See Infotainment system instruction manual for further information. Instruments and controls 97
System settings ■ Contrast Some RDS transmitters do not send ■ Day / Night a correct time signal. In such cases, switch off automatic time ■ Ignition logic synchronisation and set the time Setting date and time manually. To set date and time manually, select menu item Time, Date from the Settings menu. The menu is displayed. Select the menu items required and make the desired setting. To correct time with the help of RDS, select menu item Synchron. clock automatical. from the Time, Date The settings are accessed via the menu. The box in front of Synchron. Settings menu. Press the Main button clock automatical. will be checked. (not found on all Infotainment systems) on the Infotainment system, to call up main display. Press the With the navigation system, date and Settings button. On Infotainment time are set automatically upon System CD 30, ensure no menu has receipt of a GPS satellite signal. If the been selected. The Settings menu is displayed time does not match local displayed. time, it can be corrected manually or The functions are displayed in the automatically by receiving an RDS following order: time signal. ■ Time, Date ■ Language ■ Units 98 Instruments and controls
Language selection Setting units of measure
Select the desired language. Selections are indicated by a 6 in The display language for some Select menu item Units from the front of the menu item. functions can be selected. Select Settings menu. The available units menu item Language from the In systems with voice output, when are displayed. Select the desired unit. the language setting of the display is Settings menu. The available Selections are indicated by a o in languages are displayed. changed, the system will ask whether the announcement language should front of the menu item. also be changed – see Infotainment system instruction manual. Instruments and controls 99
Adjusting contrast Always day design; black or coloured Vehicle messages (Graphic-Info-Display) text on a light background. Always night design; white or Warning chimes coloured text on a dark background. Selections are indicated by a o in When starting the engine or front of the menu item. whilst driving Only one warning chime will sound at Ignition logic a time. See Infotainment system instruction The warning chime regarding manual. unfastened seat belts has priority over any other warning chime. ■ If seat belt is not fastened. ■ When operating the turn and lane- change signals. Select menu item Contrast from the Settings menu. The menu is ■ When the vehicle is being driven displayed. Confirm the required and the electrical parking brake is setting. applied 3 137. ■ When releasing the electrical Setting display mode parking brake without applying the The display can be adjusted to suit foot brake 3 90. the lighting conditions: ■ If there is a fault in the braking Select menu item Day / Night from the system 3 85. Settings menu. The options are ■ If the parking assist detects an displayed. object 3 142. Automatic; adapted based on vehicle lighting. 100 Instruments and controls
■ During automatic self-cleaning of In vehicles with tyre pressure Steer out of the flow of traffic as the diesel particle filter 3 128. monitoring system, if low tyre quickly as possible without ■ In vehicles equipped with engine pressures are detected, relevant endangering other vehicles. Stop and overspeed warning; when vehicle information appears on the check the tyres. Mount the spare speed exceeds 120 km/h 3 91. information display. wheel 3 182, 3 185. Reduce speed and check tyre Tyre pressure monitoring system When the vehicle is parked and/ pressure at the next opportunity. 3 176. or the driver's door is opened Tyre pressure monitoring system ■ When the key is in the ignition 3 176. switch. Check tyre pressures 3 176, 3 207. ■ With exterior lights on.
Tyre pressure Check control
If there is a considerable loss of pressure, a corresponding message appears indicating the relevant tyre. Instruments and controls 101
Trip computer ■ Range Average consumption ■ Stop watch Display of average consumption. The Trip computer in Board- Board-Info-Display 3 92. measurement can be reset at any time. Info-Display Instantaneous consumption The trip computer provides Effective consumption information on driving data, which is Display of the amount of fuel continually recorded and evaluated consumed. The measurement can be electronically. Access trip computer reset at any time. vehicle data by pressing the BC button on the Infotainment system or Average speed the left adjuster wheel on the steering Display of average speed. The wheel. measurement can be reset at any Some of the functions appear on the time. display in an abbreviated form. Once Stoppages in the journey with the a function has been selected, the ignition off are not included in the subsequent rows of the trip computer calculations. function are displayed. Distance travelled The functions are displayed in the Display of the instantaneous following order: consumption. Display of distance travelled. The measurement can be reset at any ■ Instantaneous consumption Display changes depending on time. speed: ■ Average consumption Display in l/h = below 13 km/h Range ■ Effective consumption Display in = above 13 km/h Range is calculated from current fuel ■ Average speed l/100 km tank content and instantaneous ■ Distance travelled consumption. The display shows average values. 102 Instruments and controls
After refuelling, the range is updated Stop watch Interruption of power supply automatically after a brief delay. If the power supply has been If the fuel in the tank allows less than interrupted or if the battery voltage 50 km of travel, the warning Range has dropped too low, the values appears on the display. stored in the trip computer will be lost. If the fuel in the tank allows less than 30 km of travel, the warning Refuel! Trip computer in Graphic- appears on the display. Info-Display or Colour- 3 Acknowledge the menu item 92. Info-Display Resetting trip computer information Select the desired trip computer information and reset by pressing the Using the arrow buttons: left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel or the OK button on the To start, press left arrow button to Infotainment system. select menu item Start and press OK button to start/stop. To reset, press left arrow button to select menu item Reset and press OK button. Using the left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel: To start, select menu item Start and The trip computers provide press to start/stop. To reset, select information on driving data, which is menu item Reset and press to confirm continually recorded and evaluated command. electronically. The trip computer main Instruments and controls 103 page provides information on range, Range is calculated from current fuel Instantaneous consumption average consumption and tank content and instantaneous Display of the instantaneous instantaneous consumption. consumption. The display shows consumption. average values. To display other trip computer data, Display changes depending on press the BC button on the After refuelling, the range is updated speed: Infotainment system and select the automatically after a brief delay. trip computer menu in the display. Display in l/h = below 13 km/h Display in = above 13 km/h The information of the two trip l/100 km computers can be reset separately, making it possible to display different Distance travelled trip distances. Display of distance travelled. The Graphic-Info-Display, measurement can be reset at any Colour-Info-Display 3 94. time. Range Average speed Display of average speed. The measurement can be reset at any time. Stoppages in the journey with the If the fuel in the tank allows less than ignition off are not included in the 50 km of travel, the warning Range calculations. appears on the display. If the fuel in the tank allows less than Effective consumption 30 km of travel, the warning Refuel! Display of the amount of fuel appears on the display. consumed. The measurement can be Acknowledge the menu item 3 94. reset at any time. 104 Instruments and controls
Average consumption Stop watch Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time. Resetting trip computer information
To reset all information of a trip computer, select menu item All values. After resetting, "- - -" is Select menu item Timer from the displayed for the trip computer Board Computer menu. The Timer information selected. The menu is displayed. recalculated values are displayed To start, select menu item Start. To after a brief delay. reset, select menu item Reset. The desired stop watch display can Select BC 1 or BC 2 from the trip be selected from the Options menu: computer menu. Driving Time excl. Stops: The time the Select the desired trip computer vehicle is in motion is recorded. information and reset by pressing the Stationary time is not included. left adjuster wheel on the steering wheel or the OK button on the Driving Time incl. Stops: The time the Infotainment system. vehicle is in motion is recorded. The time the vehicle is stationary with the key in the ignition switch is included. Instruments and controls 105
Travel Time: Measurement of the time from manual activation via Start to manual deactivation via Reset. Interruption of power supply If the power supply has been interrupted or if the battery voltage has dropped too low, the values stored in the trip computer will be lost. 106 Lighting
Lighting Exterior lighting Tail lights Tail lights illuminate together with low Light switch beam/high beam and sidelights. Exterior lighting ...... 106 Automatic light control Interior lighting ...... 111 Lighting features ...... 113
Turn light switch: AUTO = Automatic light control: Headlights are switched When the automatic light control on and off automatically function is switched on and the depending on external engine is running, low beam switches lighting conditions. on automatically depending on 7 = Off (or deactivation of outside light conditions. automatic light control). For reasons of safety, the light switch 8 = Sidelights should always remain in the AUTO 9 = Headlights position. Control indicator C 3 90. Lighting 107
To ensure automatic light control To switch from low to high beam, Headlight range functions properly, do not cover the push lever. adjustment light sensor on top of the instrument To switch to low beam, pull lever back panel. again. Manual headlight range Driving abroad 3 108. Control indicator C 3 90. adjustment ? Wiper activated lighting With light switch in the AUTO Headlight flash position, when the windscreen wiper To activate the headlight flash, pull is operated for 8 cycles or more the lever. exterior lights illuminate automatically.
High beam
With low beam switched on, adapt headlight range to suit vehicle load. Correct adjustment of the headlight range reduces dazzle for other road users. 108 Lighting
Vehicles without automatic level If control indicator q illuminates in the Hazard warning flashers control system instrument cluster while driving, a Turn thumb wheel ? to required fault has occurred. Have the cause of position: the fault remedied immediately by a 0 = front seats occupied workshop. 1 = all seats occupied Control indicator q 3 90. 2 = all seats occupied and load compartment laden 3 = driver's seat occupied and load Headlights when driving compartment laden abroad The asymmetrical headlight beam Vehicles with automatic level control extends visibility at the edge of the system road on the passenger side. Turn thumb wheel to required However, when driving in countries position: ¨ where traffic drives on the opposite Operated with the button. 0 = front seats occupied side of the road, have the headlights In the event of an accident with airbag 1 = all seats occupied adjusted to prevent dazzling of deployment the hazard warning 1 = all seats occupied and load oncoming traffic. Seek the assistance flashers are activated automatically. compartment laden of a workshop. 2 = driver's seat occupied and load compartment laden Daytime running lights Automatic level control 3 140. Daytime running lights increase Automatic headlight range visibility of the vehicle during daylight. adjustment They are switched on automatically On vehicles with Xenon headlights, when ignition is on. the headlight range is adjusted Automatic light control 3 106. automatically based on vehicle load. Lighting 109
Turn and lane-change For three flashes, e.g. when changing Operated with the > button. Control lanes, press the lever until resistance indicator > illuminates in the signals is felt and then release. Move the instrument cluster when the front fog lever to the resistance point and hold lights are switched on. for longer indication. The front fog lights can only be The volume of the turn signal audible switched on when both the ignition warning is dependent upon vehicle and low beam/high beam or sidelights speed. are on. Switch the turn signal off manually by Light switch in position AUTO: moving the lever to its original switching on front fog lights will switch position. on low beam and sidelights Control indicators O 3 84. automatically. Follow the regulations of the country in which you are driving when using Front fog lights front fog lights. lever up = right turn signal lever down = left turn signal If the lever is moved past the resistance point, the turn signal is switched on constantly. When the steering wheel is turned back, the turn signal is automatically deactivated. This will not happen when making a minor steering manoeuvre such as lane changing. 110 Lighting
Rear fog lights The vehicle rear fog light is Confirmed by a signal tone and the deactivated when towing. corresponding turn signal control indicator. Parking lights To deactivate, switch on the ignition or move the turn signal lever in the opposite direction.
Reversing lights The reversing lights come on when the ignition is on and reverse gear is selected. Centre high-mounted brake light Operated with the r button. Illuminates when the brakes are applied, acting as a third stop light, to Control indicator r illuminates in the supplement the brake lights. instrument cluster when the rear fog light is switched on. When the vehicle is parked, the The rear fog light can only be parking lights on one side can be Misted light covers switched on when the ignition is on activated: The inside of the light housing may and the light switch is in position 9, 1. Set light switch to 7 or AUTO. mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold or the front fog lights are on and the 2. Switch off ignition. weather conditions, in heavy rain or light switch is in position 8. after washing. The mist disappears 3. Move turn signal lever all the way Light switch in position AUTO: quickly by itself; to help switch on the up (right parking lights) or down headlights. switching on rear fog light will switch (left parking lights). on low beam and sidelights automatically. Lighting 111
Interior lighting If driver's door is opened or q is Front courtesy light pressed on the remote control, instrument panel illuminates Instrument panel automatically for 30 seconds until illumination control ignition switch is turned to position ACC. Display mode 3 94.
Interior lights During entry and exit of the vehicle, the front and rear courtesy lights automatically switch on and then off after a delay. Note Front and rear reading lights and the In the event of an accident with load compartment lights function as airbag deployment the courtesy courtesy lights and illuminate when the doors or the tailgate are opened. Brightness of the following lights can lights are turned on automatically. If the doors or tailgate remain open, be adjusted when the exterior lights the lights stay illuminated for are on: 10 minutes. Once all doors and the ■ Instrument panel illumination tailgate are closed, the courtesy lights ■ Info-Display dim gradually after 10 seconds. ■ Illuminated switches and operation By pressing button d in the roof elements. lining, both the front and rear reading Turn thumb wheel k to the right or left lights illuminate. Press again to turn until the desired brightness is off. obtained. 112 Lighting
Load compartment lighting Reading lights Front reading lights
Courtesy lights can be turned off immediately by pressing button K. Illuminates when a door or the tailgate Ignition switch illumination is opened. Illuminates when you open a door. Operated with the L and M Switch off immediately by pressing buttons. button K in the roof lining. Avoid using front reading lights while driving in the dark, as they can reduce Glovebox illumination driver visibility. Illuminates when the glovebox is opened. Lighting 113
Rear reading lights Lighting features Switching on Entry lighting Welcome lighting Depending upon outside light conditions, when unlocking the vehicle with the remote control the hazard warning lights flash twice and the exterior and interior lights illuminate for 20 seconds. This function facilitates locating the vehicle when it is dark. Left and right rear reading lights are 1. Switch off ignition. Exit lighting individually operable. Press to 2. Remove ignition key. activate and deactivate. The low beam and reversing lights 3. Open driver's door. illuminate for 30 seconds after the Sunvisor lights driver exits the vehicle and closes the 4. Pull turn signal lever. door. 5. Close driver's door. Illuminates when the vanity mirror cover is opened 3 32. If the driver's door is not closed the lights switch off after two minutes. Exit lighting can be deactivated by inserting the key in the ignition switch or by pulling the turn signal lever again while the driver's door is open. 114 Lighting
Battery discharge protection To prevent the battery from becoming discharged, the exterior lights turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is switched off. Battery discharge protection will not work if the lights are turned on 10 minutes after the ignition has been switched off; the key cannot be removed from the ignition switch until the battery is recharged. Climate control 115
Climate control Climate control systems Temperature red = warm Heating and ventilation blue = cold Climate control systems ...... 115 system Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal Air vents ...... 120 operating temperature. Maintenance ...... 121 Air distribution M = to head area via adjustable air vents L = to head area via adjustable air vents and to foot wells K = to foot wells J = to windscreen, front door windows and foot wells l = to windscreen, front door windows and head area via Controls for: adjustable air vents ■ Temperature All combinations are possible. ■ Air distribution Fan speed ■ Fan speed Adjust the air flow by switching the fan ■ Demisting and defrosting to the desired speed. Heated rear window Ü 3 31. x = off Heated seats ß 3 39. 1 = minimum speed 4 = maximum speed 116 Climate control
Demisting and defrosting Cooling n If no cooling or drying is required, ■ Set the air distribution switch to l switch the cooling system off to save or J fuel. Activated cooling might inhibit autostops. ■ Set temperature control to warmest level Air recirculation system 4 ■ Set fan to highest level Press button 4 to activate air ■ Close centre air vents recirculation mode. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. ■ Open side air vents and direct them towards the door windows Press button 4 again to deactivate recirculation mode. Heated rear window Ü 3 31. 9 Warning Air conditioning system n In addition to the heating and Press button to switch on cooling. The exchange of fresh air is ventilation system, the air Activation is indicated by the LED in reduced in air recirculation mode. conditioning system has controls for: the button. Cooling is only functional In operation without cooling the air when the engine is running and humidity increases, so the n = cooling climate control fan is switched on. windows may mist up from inside. 4 = air recirculation n The quality of the passenger Ü = demisting and defrosting Press button again to switch off cooling. compartment air deteriorates, Heated seats ß 3 39. which may cause the vehicle The air conditioning system cools and occupants to feel drowsy. dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the outside temperature is slightly above In warm and very humid ambient air freezing point. Therefore conditions, the windscreen might mist condensation may form and drip from up from outside, when cold air is under the vehicle. Climate control 117 directed to it. If windscreen mists up Demisting and defrosting Air conditioning n and air from outside, activate windscreen recirculation 4 are switched on wiper and deactivate l. automatically to improve defrosting efficiency when position l or J is Maximum cooling selected. Briefly open the windows and sunroof so that hot air can disperse quickly. Electronic climate control ■ Press button n to activate air conditioning. system ■ Press button 4 to activate air The dual zone climate control allows recirculation. different climatisation temperatures for driver and front passenger side. ■ Set air distribution switch to M. ■ Set temperature control to coldest level. ■ Set the air distribution switch to l ■ Set fan to highest level. or J. ■ Open all vents. ■ Set temperature control to warmest level. ■ Set fan to highest level. ■ Close centre air vents. ■ Open side air vents and direct them towards the door windows. ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü 3 31. Controls for: ■ Temperature on driver side ■ Air distribution 118 Climate control
■ Fan speed Temperature preselection ■ Temperature on front passenger Recommended comfort setting is side 22 °C. Intermediate settings are AUTO = Automatic mode possible. t = Automatic air recirculation Press SYNC button to automatically V = Demisting and defrosting adjust front passenger's side temperature to match current driver's Cooling A/C, Air recirculation 4 side temperature. Activation is 3 116. indicated by the LED in the button. Note If temperature settings are different Do not cover the interior between driver's side and front temperature sensor (located beside passenger's side, LED in SYNC the fan switch) or the sunlight sensor ■ Press AUTO button; cooling A/C is button extinguishes. (located in front of the windscreen switched on and the air distribution defroster vents) as this could cause and fan speed are regulated Manual settings the system to malfunction. automatically. Heated rear window RÜ 3 31, ■ Open all air vents. Heated seats ß 3 39. ■ Set the preselected temperatures for driver's side and front Automatic mode AUTO passenger's side using the left and Basic setting for maximum comfort: right rotary knobs. Note All air vents are actuated automatically in Automatic mode. The air vents should therefore always be open. Climate control 119
Climate control system settings can J = to windscreen, front door Operated with the t button. be changed by pressing button A/C or windows and foot wells Activation is indicated by the LED in by adjusting the fan speed or air V = to windscreen, front door the button. distribution switch. Changing a windows and head area via The automatic air recirculation setting will deactivate Automatic adjustable air vents system is only operational if the mode. All combinations are possible. engine is running. To return to Automatic mode: Press AUTO button. To return to Automatic mode: Press Demisting and defrosting AUTO button. Cooling A/C 3 116. Automatic air recirculation t x Fan speed The automatic air recirculation To deactivate Automatic mode, system has an air quality sensor change fan speed manually or turn which switches on automatically if fan to position off x. harmful ambient gases are detected. To return to Automatic mode: Switch on fan and press AUTO button. Air distribution Press appropriate button for desired adjustment. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. ■ Press button V. Activation is M = to head area via adjustable air indicated by the LED in the button. vents ■ Set fan to the desired speed. L = to head area via adjustable air vents and to foot wells Air recirculation mode 4 is K = to foot wells automatically switched off. Cooling A/C switches on. ■ Switch on heated rear window RÜ. 120 Climate control
To switch off window demisting and Air vents Control the air temperature at the side defrosting, press button V again, air vents by adjusting the temperature press AUTO button, adjust fan speed control switch. or air distribution switch. Adjustable air vents At least one air vent must be open while the cooling A/C is on.
Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats.
To open and close the vents, turn the 9 Warning horizontal adjuster wheel to the left or right. Do not attach any objects to the Open air vents when air distribution slats of the air vents. Risk of switch is set to M or L. damage and injury in case of an The air supply is increased by accident. switching on the fan. Climate control 121
Fixed air vents Maintenance Active carbon filter Additional air vents are located In addition to the particle filter the beneath the windscreen, door Air intake active carbon filter reduces odours. windows and in the front and rear foot wells. Air conditioning regular The area underneath the front seats operation must be kept clear, to allow air flow to In order to ensure continuously the rear passenger foot well. efficient performance, cooling must be operated for a few minutes once a week, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with cooling is not possible when outside temperature is too low.
Service The air intakes in front of the windscreen in the engine For optimal cooling performance, it is compartment must be kept clear to recommended to annually check the allow air intake. Remove any leaves, climate control system, starting dirt or snow. 3 years after initial vehicle registration, including: Pollen filter ■ Functionality and pressure test ■ Heating functionality Cabin air filtration ■ Leakage check A particle filter cleans the cabin air ■ Check of drive belts from dust, soot, pollen and spores. 122 Climate control
■ Cleaning of condenser and evaporator drainage ■ Performance check Driving and operating 123
Driving and operating Driving hints Starting and operating Control of the vehicle New vehicle running-in Driving hints ...... 123 Do not brake unnecessarily hard for Never coast with engine not the first few journeys. Starting and operating ...... 123 running (except during During the first drive, smoke may Engine exhaust ...... 128 Autostop) occur because of wax and oil Automatic transmission ...... 129 Many systems will not function in this evaporating off the exhaust system. situation (e.g. brake servo unit, power Manual transmission ...... 133 Park the vehicle in the open for a steering). Driving in this manner is a Drive systems ...... 134 while after the first drive and avoid danger to yourself and others. All inhaling the fumes. Brakes ...... 136 systems function during an Autostop, During the running-in period fuel and Ride control systems ...... 138 but there will be a controlled reduction in power steering assist and vehicle engine oil consumption may be Driver assistance systems ...... 141 speed is reduced. higher and the cleaning process of Fuel ...... 144 the diesel particle filter may take Stop-start system 3 125. place more often. Autostop may be Trailer hitch ...... 147 inhibited to allow for charging of the Pedals battery. To ensure the pedal travel is uninhibited, there must be no mats in Diesel particle filter 3 128. the area of the pedals. Power steering Never leave the steering wheel on full lock when the vehicle is stationary as this may damage the power steering pump. Control indicator 2 3 87. 124 Driving and operating
Ignition switch positions Starting the engine Before restarting or to switch off the engine, turn key back to LOCK. Start attempts should not last longer than 15 seconds. If engine does not start, wait 10 seconds before repeating starting procedure. The increased engine speed automatically returns to normal idling speed as the engine temperature rises. Drive at a moderate speed, especially in cold weather, until normal engine operating temperatures have been reached. During an Autostop, the engine can LOCK = Ignition off Manual transmission: operate clutch be started by depressing the clutch ACC = Steering wheel lock and brake pedals. pedal. released, ignition off Automatic transmission: operate Stop-start system 3 125. ON = Ignition on, for diesel brake pedal and move selector lever engine: preheating to P or N. START = Starting Starting the vehicle at low Do not operate accelerator pedal. temperatures Diesel engines: turn the key to In extremely cold temperatures, i.e. position ON for preheating until below -20 °С, it may be necessary to control indicator ! extinguishes crank the engine for up to 3 88. 30 seconds for it to start. Turn key briefly to position START Turn key to position START and hold and release. Key returns until engine starts. Start attempts automatically to position ON. should not last longer than Driving and operating 125
30 seconds. If engine does not start, Stop-start system Deactivation wait 10 seconds before repeating starting procedure. The stop-start system helps to save fuel and to reduce the exhaust Ensure the engine oil is of the correct emissions. When conditions allow, it viscosity, the correct fuel is used, switches off the engine as soon as the vehicle services are performed vehicle is at a low speed or at a regularly and the battery is sufficiently standstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in a charged. traffic jam. It starts the engine automatically as soon as the clutch is Overrun cut-off depressed. A vehicle battery sensor ensures that an Autostop is only The fuel supply is automatically cut- performed if the vehicle battery is off during overrun, i.e. when the sufficiently charged for a restart. vehicle is driven with a gear engaged but accelerator is released. Activation Deactivate the stop-start system The stop-start system is available as manually by pressing the eco button. soon as the engine is started, the The deactivation is indicated when vehicle starts-off and the conditions the LED in the button extinguishes. as stated below in this section are fulfilled. Autostop If the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill, activate an Autostop as follows: ■ Depress the clutch pedal ■ set the lever to neutral ■ release the clutch pedal The engine will be switched off while the ignition stays on. 126 Driving and operating
Conditions for an Autostop ■ the self-cleaning function of the The stop-start system checks if each diesel particle filter is not active of the following conditions is fulfilled. ■ the vehicle has moved since the ■ The stop-start system is not last Autostop manually deactivated Otherwise an Autostop will be ■ the bonnet is fully closed inhibited. ■ the driver's door is closed or the Certain settings of the climate control driver's seat belt is fastened system may inhibit an Autostop. See ■ the vehicle battery is sufficiently Climate control chapter for more 3 charged and in good condition details 117. ■ the engine is warmed up Immediately after motorway driving an Autostop may be inhibited. An Autostop is indicated by the ■ the engine coolant temperature is 3 needle at the AUTOSTOP position in not too high or low New vehicle running-in 123. the tachometer. ■ the engine exhaust temperature is Vehicle battery discharge protection During an Autostop, the heating, not too high, e.g. after driving with To ensure reliable engine restarts, power steering and brake high engine load several vehicle battery discharge performance will be maintained. ■ the ambient temperature is not too protection features are implemented Air conditioning system may or may low as part of the stop-start system. not inhibit the stop-start system according to the cooling performance. ■ the defrosting function is not Restart of the engine by the activated driver ■ the climate control system does not Caution Depress the clutch pedal to restart the inhibit an engine stop engine. The steering assist can be ■ the brake vacuum is sufficient reduced during an Autostop. The engine start is indicated by the needle at the idle speed position in the tachometer. Driving and operating 127
If the selector lever is shifted out of ■ the climate control system requests For vehicles with automatic neutral before depressing the clutch an engine start transmission, depress foot brake first, control indicator - illuminates. ■ the air conditioning is manually and shift into P before pushing key Control indicator - 3 90. switched on into ignition switch and removing. If an electrical accessory, e.g. a ■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or Restart of the engine by the portable CD player, is connected to uphill slope, engage first gear or stop-start system the power outlet, a brief power drop move the selector lever to P before The selector lever must be in neutral during restart might be noticeable. switching off the ignition. On an to enable an automatic restart. uphill slope, turn the front wheels away from the kerb. If one of the following conditions Parking occurs during an Autostop, the If the vehicle is on a downhill slope, engine will be restarted automatically ■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily engage reverse gear or move the by the stop-start system. ignitable surface. The high selector lever to P before switching temperature of the exhaust system off the ignition. Turn the front ■ The stop-start system is manually could ignite the surface. wheels towards the kerb. deactivated ■ Always apply the electrical parking ■ Lock the vehicle with button p on ■ the bonnet is opened brake. the radio remote control 3 21 and ■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened Pull switch m. activate the anti-theft alarm system and the driver's door is opened 3 24. For maximum force, e.g. parking ■ the engine temperature is too low with a trailer or on inclines, pull ■ the charging level of the vehicle switch m twice. battery is below a defined level ■ Switch off the engine and turn the ■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient ignition key to position LOCK, push ■ the vehicle is driven at least at key into ignition switch and remove. walking speed Turn the steering wheel until the ■ the defrosting function is activated steering wheel lock is felt to engage. 128 Driving and operating
Engine exhaust The filter is cleaned by periodically If cleaning of the filter is required and burning off the soot particles at high previous driving conditions did not temperature. This process takes enable automatic cleaning, it will be 9 Danger place automatically under set driving indicated by control indicator % conditions and may take more than 3 88. Engine exhaust gases contain 15 minutes. Autostop is not available % illuminates, accompanied by a poisonous carbon monoxide, and fuel consumption may be higher warning chime, when diesel particle which is colourless and odourless during this period. The emission of filter is full. Start cleaning process as and could be fatal if inhaled. smells and smoke during this process soon as possible. is normal. If exhaust gases enter the interior % flashes when diesel particle filter of the vehicle, open the windows. has reached the maximum filling Have the cause of the fault level. Start cleaning process rectified by a workshop. immediately to avoid damage to the Avoid driving with an open load engine. A warning chime sounds compartment, otherwise exhaust every 3 minutes until the cleaning gases could enter the vehicle. process is complete.
Malfunction indicator light 3 85. Cleaning process To activate the cleaning process, continue driving, keeping engine Diesel particle filter speed above 2000 revolutions per The diesel particle filter system filters minute. Shift down if necessary. Diesel particle filter cleaning is then harmful soot particles out of the Under certain driving conditions, e.g. started. exhaust gases. The system includes short distances, the system cannot a self-cleaning function that runs clean itself automatically. If control indicator Z illuminates automatically during driving without additionally in the instrument cluster any notification. when the engine is running, there Driving and operating 129 may be a fault in the diesel particle Automatic transmission filter 3 85. Cleaning is not possible, Caution seek the assistance of a workshop The automatic transmission permits immediately. Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 144, 3 202 could automatic gearshifting (automatic mode) or manual gearshifting Caution damage the catalytic converter or electronic components. (manual mode). If the cleaning process is Unburnt petrol will overheat and interrupted, there is a risk of damage the catalytic converter. Transmission display provoking severe engine damage. Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tank Cleaning takes place quickest at high dry and starting the engine by engine speeds and loads. pushing or towing. Do not switch off the engine until the cleaning process is complete. This is In the event of misfiring, uneven indicated by the extinguished control engine running, a reduction in engine indicator %. performance or other unusual problems, have the cause of the fault rectified by a workshop as soon as Catalytic converter possible. In an emergency, driving The catalytic converter reduces the can be continued for a short period, amount of harmful substances in the keeping vehicle speed and engine exhaust gases. speed low. The mode or selected gear is shown Malfunction indicator light 3 85. in the transmission display. P = park position R = reverse gear N = neutral 130 Driving and operating
D = drive position (automatic The selector lever is locked in position Rocking the vehicle mode) P and N and can only be moved when Rocking the vehicle is only 1-6 = selected gear in manual mode the ignition is on and the foot brake is permissible if the vehicle is stuck in applied. water, ice, sand, mud, snow or a dip. Selector lever To engage P or R, push the release Move the selector lever between D button. and R in a repeat pattern while Never shift to P or R while the vehicle applying light pressure to the is moving. accelerator pedal when the vehicle is in gear. Do not race the engine and The engine can only be started with avoid sudden acceleration. lever in position P or N. Depress foot brake or apply electrical parking If the vehicle cannot be released after brake before starting. rocking the vehicle several times, your vehicle may need to be towed Do not accelerate while engaging a 3 188. gear. Never depress the accelerator pedal and brake pedal at the same Parking time. Apply the electrical parking brake and When a gear is engaged, the vehicle engage P. P = park position, wheels are slowly begins to creep when the foot The ignition key can only be removed locked, engage only when the brake is released. when the selector lever is in position vehicle is stationary and the P. electrical parking brake is Engine braking applied To utilise the engine braking effect, R = reverse gear, engage only select a lower gear in good time when when vehicle is stationary driving downhill - see Manual mode. N = neutral or idle Use of the engine braking effect, as D = drive position (automatic mode opposed to the use of the foot brake with all gears) when driving downhill, can extend the life of the brakes. Driving and operating 131
Manual mode transmission will automatically shift to Kickdown a lower gear, even in manual mode, In both automatic and manual modes, to prevent the engine from stalling. if the accelerator pedal is pressed If a higher gear is selected when down completely the transmission vehicle speed is too low, or a lower shifts to a lower gear depending on gear when vehicle speed is too high, engine speed. Full engine power is the shift is not executed. available for acceleration. In manual mode, no automatic Fuel economy mode shifting to a higher gear takes place at high engine revolutions. Gears can be skipped by moving the selector lever repeatedly at short intervals. Move selector lever out of position D After stopping, 1st gear is towards the left and then forwards or automatically selected. When starting backwards. on slippery surfaces, tip selector lever forwards to engage 2nd gear. < = Shift to a higher gear. To move back to position D, move ] = Shift to a lower gear. selector lever back to the right. Tip selector lever in the appropriate direction. It then returns to the centre Electronic driving Activate fuel economy mode to allow position. programmes the transmission to adapt gearshift patterns, improving the vehicle's fuel Gearshifting in manual mode can be ■ Following a cold start, the operating economy. achieved whilst accelerating. If the temperature programme increases engine speed is too low, the engine speed to quickly bring the catalytic converter to the required temperature. 132 Driving and operating
Activation Deactivation Interruption of power In automatic mode, press button Fuel economy mode is switched off s; control indicator s by pressing button s again; supply illuminates in the instrument cluster control indicator s extinguishes in The clutch is not disengaged if the 3 89. the instrument cluster. vehicle battery is discharged and a The settings of certain electronic gear has been selected. The vehicle systems are adapted to reduce fuel Fault cannot move. The selector lever consumption: cannot be moved out of position P or In the event of a fault in the automatic N. ■ The engine reacts less quickly to transmission, control indicator Z the accelerator pedal. If the battery is discharged, start the illuminates in the instrument cluster vehicle using jump leads 3 187. ■ Automatic upshift points occur 3 85. Automatic shifting may be much sooner and downshift points occur harsher than normal or, in the case of If the battery is not the cause of the later. a serious fault, cancelled altogether. fault, release the selector lever: ■ The transmission locks itself to the Have the cause of the fault remedied 1. Switch off ignition and remove the engine at cruising speeds, to by a workshop. key. improve efficiency and increase If control indicator g illuminates in 2. Depress and hold foot brake. power and torque. the instrument cluster when the ■ The fuel supply is automatically cut- engine is running, this may indicate a off more quickly during vehicle fault in the transmission electronics deceleration. Overrun cut-off 3 85. The electronics switch to the 3 125. emergency running programme, fuel consumption may increase and the Do not use fuel economy mode whilst driveability of the vehicle may be towing, e.g. a trailer. affected. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Driving and operating 133
3. Remove trim cover. Manual transmission Caution
It is not advisable to drive with the hand resting on the selector lever.
4. Press and hold shift lock release button. To engage reverse, with the vehicle 5. Shift to neutral (N). stationary, wait 3 seconds after 6. Replace trim cover. depressing clutch pedal and engage 7. Start engine and shift to chosen the gear. gear. If the gear does not engage, set the Have the cause of the power supply lever to neutral, release the clutch interruption remedied by a workshop. pedal and depress again; then repeat gear selection. Do not slip the clutch unnecessarily. When operating, depress the clutch pedal completely. Do not use the pedal as a foot rest. 134 Driving and operating
Drive systems Ensure tyres (including the spare) are attempt to go as fast through turns as inflated to the correct pressure you might in a conventional vehicle. 3 207 and are suitable for the Strong crosswinds can affect the All-wheel drive prevailing road conditions. For normal steering of the vehicle. Drive All-wheel drive is an active-on- optimum system performance, the slower under strong crosswind demand system that engages vehicle's tyres should not have conditions. automatically, with no action required varying degrees of wear. by the driver. Depending on the If control indicator B flashes in the Off-road driving driving environment, the vehicle instrument cluster during driving, All- ■ Avoid protruding objects (such as switches between two-wheel drive wheel drive is temporarily disabled. If rocks or tree stumps) that may and four-wheel drive, to give the B flashes continuously, there is a fault damage the underbody and tyres of vehicle more traction and stability your vehicle. in the system; seek the assistance of when necessary. a workshop. ■ Test the brakes after operating in If the front wheels begin to slip, the mud, to clear excess mud from the All-wheel drive control indicator B rear wheels will automatically begin to braking surfaces. 3 86. drive the vehicle as required. More ■ Grip the steering wheel when torque is transferred to the wheels On-road driving travelling over rough terrain. that have the most traction, so the Terrain conditions can cause rapid vehicle has optimum grip at all times. The increased traction of All-wheel drive vehicles offers greater driving and unexpected movement in the There may be a slight engagement steering. noise during hard use. control in adverse road conditions, particularly heavy snow and ice. The ground clearance, ramp angle, As well as enabling the vehicle to be However, All-wheel drive vehicles are angle of approach and departure and driven off-road, this system also not "skid-proof" and do not decrease wading depth need to be considered, enables the vehicle to be driven on stopping distances. especially in hilly conditions and normal roads without incurring All-wheel drive vehicles have a higher when wading, to prevent the vehicle excessive tyre and drivetrain wear or becoming stuck and possibly causing poor control. centre of gravity than conventional vehicles. Always approach curves at damaged. an appropriate driving speed. Do not Vehicle dimensions 3 204. Driving and operating 135
Towing the vehicle 3 188. operations for wading , involving mechanical components and cause checks for water contamination, at localised overheating and failure of Driving through water the earliest opportunity. parts, especially in the engine Do not exceed the maximum wading compartment. 3 Service checks after wading depth 204. Ensure the radiator core and the area Check the depth of water: choose the Check for the ingress of water into the between the radiator and intercooler/ lowest entry and departure angles following: oil cooler (where installed) is cleaned, before entering. Maintain a steady ■ Brake fluid reservoir to maintain proper cooling air flow. engine speed, to help prevent water ■ Air cleaner element Check the radiator and cooler cores from entering the exhaust system, but for blockage (sand, silt etc.). ■ Engine do not exceed 5 km/h, to avoid Check the tyre treads. splashing the water. ■ Transmission Clean and check the mechanical ■ Axles Drive with the flow wherever possible, parts of the vehicle, particularly the not against it. If you have to drive ■ Interior of vehicle following areas: against the flow, try to drive at an Renew any lubricating oil or hydraulic angle to it, so that the leading corner ■ Driveshafts, including sealing fluid that has a milky appearance, of the vehicle will help deflect water bellows indicating contamination with water. from the engine compartment. Avoid ■ Front brake calipers, pads and splashing the water - if the ignition Cleaning discs system becomes wet, the engine may Clean the vehicle thoroughly and as ■ Front suspension stall. soon as possible after driving off- ■ Clutch fork sealing bellows Avoid water entering the air intake road. system. If water enters the air intake ■ Rear brake calipers, pads and Do not let mud remain dry on any part discs system, engine seizure with severe of the vehicle as it becomes abrasive ■ Rear suspension costly damage may result. and can damage paint, glass, seals, Test the brakes after leaving the bearings and brake components. If ■ Fuel tank and underguard water - wet brakes are less effective left to build up, mud can seriously ■ Breathers, axles and fuel tank than dry ones. Perform the service affect the airflow through and over ■ Load sensing valve 136 Driving and operating
■ Transfer box and underguard Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure ■ Engine oil pan and underguard as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains The brake system comprises two Observe the following: steerable, even during hard braking. independent brake circuits. ■ Do not spray high-pressure water ABS control is made apparent If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can directly at the vehicle seals through a pulse in the brake pedal still be braked using the other brake ■ The wheels must be removed to and the noise of the regulation circuit. However, braking effect is clean all mud and stones from the process. achieved only when the brake pedal brake calipers and to check brake For optimum braking, keep the brake pad wear is depressed firmly. Considerably more force is needed for this. The pedal fully depressed throughout the ■ The areas on the upper side of the braking distance is extended. Seek braking process, despite the fact that underguards must be cleared of the assistance of a workshop before the pedal is pulsating. Do not reduce stones, to prevent damage to the continuing your journey. the pressure on the pedal. engine oil pan and the fuel tank When the engine is not running, the After starting off, the system performs support of the brake servo unit a self-test which may be audible. disappears once the brake pedal has Control indicator u 3 86. been depressed once or twice. Braking effect is not reduced, but Fault braking requires significantly greater force. It is especially important to bear 9 Warning this in mind when being towed. Control indicator R 3 85. If there is a fault in the ABS, the wheels may be liable to lock due to braking that is heavier than Antilock brake system normal. The advantages of ABS Antilock brake system (ABS) are no longer available. During prevents the wheels from locking. Driving and operating 137
hard braking, the vehicle can no Applying when vehicle is stationary Drive away function longer be steered and may Pull switch m, the electrical parking With the engine running, selecting a swerve. brake operates automatically with forward gear (manual transmission) adequate force. For maximum force, or engaging D (automatic You can continue driving, provided e.g. parking with a trailer or on transmission) and then depressing you drive with care and anticipation. inclines, pull switch m twice. the accelerator pedal automatically Have the cause of the fault remedied The electrical parking brake can releases the electrical parking brake. by a workshop. always be activated, even if the This is not possible when the switch ignition is off. m is pulled at the same time. Parking brake Do not operate electrical parking This function also helps driving away brake system too often without on inclines. Electrical parking brake engine running as this will discharge Aggressive drive away may reduce the battery. life time of wear parts. Before leaving the vehicle, check the Dynamic braking when vehicle is electrical parking brake status. moving Control indicator m 3 86. When the vehicle is moving and the switch m is kept pulled, a warning Releasing chime will sound and the electrical Switch on ignition. Keep foot brake parking brake system will decelerate depressed and then push switch m. the vehicle, but will not apply If the foot brake is not depressed statically. when attempting to release electrical As soon as the switch m is released, parking brake, a warning chime will dynamic braking will be stopped. sound and control indicator - illuminates in the instrument cluster 3 90. 138 Driving and operating
Fault movement. Seek the assistance of a Ride control systems Failure mode of electrical parking workshop to have the cause of the brake is indicated by control indicator fault remedied. Electronic Stability Control j 3 86. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) In the event of a fault, to apply Brake assist improves driving stability when electrical parking brake: pull and hold If the brake pedal is depressed necessary, regardless of the type of m the switch for a few seconds. If quickly and forcefully, maximum road surface or tyre grip. It also control indicator m illuminates, brake force is automatically applied prevents the drive wheels from electrical parking brake has been (full braking). spinning. applied successfully. Maintain steady pressure on the As soon as the vehicle starts to To release electrical parking brake: brake pedal for as long as full braking swerve (understeer/oversteer), push and hold the switch m for a few is required. Maximum brake force is engine output is reduced and the seconds. If control indicator m automatically reduced when the wheels are braked individually. This extinguishes, electrical parking brake brake pedal is released. considerably improves the driving has been released successfully. stability of the vehicle on slippery road If control indicator m flashes: Hill start assist surfaces. electrical parking brake is not fully ESC is operational as soon as control applied or released. When m is The system helps prevent unintended indicators b and t extinguish in the movement when driving away on continuously flashing, with ignition instrument cluster after switching on inclines. switched on depress brake pedal, the ignition. release electrical parking brake and When releasing the foot brake after When ESC is active b flashes 3 87. retry applying. stopping on an incline, the brakes If m continues to flash, do not drive remain on for a further 2 seconds. The the vehicle. If necessary, place brakes release automatically as soon wedge blocks or equivalent in front of as the vehicle begins to accelerate. and behind wheels to prevent vehicle Driving and operating 139
Switch off ESC function, to allow Descent control system 9 Warning engine rpm to increase, by pressing button t briefly. Control indicator t The Descent control system (DCS) Do not let this special safety illuminates in the instrument cluster. allows the vehicle to travel at a low feature tempt you into taking risks speed without depressing the foot when driving. ESC is reactivated by pressing button brake. The vehicle will automatically t again. The control indicator Adapt speed to the road decelerate to a low speed and remain extinguishes. conditions. at that speed when the system is Control indicator t 3 88. activated. Some noise or vibration Deactivation from the brake system may be Hydraulic brake assist apparent when the system is active. When the ESC function comes into action and recognises any Caution emergency situation requiring hard braking, it automatically delivers Use only when descending steep increased braking pressure to the grades while driving off-road. Do wheels. not use when driving on normal road surfaces. Unnecessary Active rollover protection usage of the DCS function, such If the vehicle moves in an unstable as while driving on normal roads, manner, this function helps the may damage the brake system vehicle maintain normal stability. and the ESC function. Trailer stability assist With ESC active, if wheels are If the system detects snaking slipping on wet, snowy or icy roads, movements, engine power is reduced engine speed may not increase when and the vehicle/trailer combination is accelerator pedal is depressed. The selectively braked until the snaking vehicle may not move. ceases. While system is working keep steering wheel as still as possible. 140 Driving and operating
Activation Fault DSC control indicators u 3 87. The yellow control indicator u flashes to indicate that the system is not Automatic level control ready for conditions to operate, due to the high temperature (approx. The rear level of the vehicle is 350 - 400 °C) of friction material, automatically adjusted to the load through severe or repeated braking. It conditions while driving. Suspension will extinguish when the temperature and ground clearance are increased, drops below 350 °C. which improves driving conditions. The yellow control indicator u The automatic level control is illuminates when there is a activated after the vehicle has been malfunction in the system, due to the driven for some distance, depending extremely high temperature on the vehicle load and the road (over 400 °C) of friction material, conditions. At speeds below approx. 50 km/h, through severe or repeated braking. It Do not use full payload in the event of press button u. The green control will extinguish when the temperature a fault. Have the cause of the fault indicator u flashes in the instrument drops below 350 °C. These remedied by a workshop. cluster, to show DCS is in operation. temperatures may differ according to Headlight range adjustment 3 107. DCS will not activate at speeds above vehicle conditions or outside 50 km/h, even if the button is pressed. conditions. Deactivation Flashing or illumination of the yellow u Press button u again. The green control indicator reminds the driver control indicator u extinguishes. that the friction material needs to cool down: drive the vehicle without Depressing the foot brake or braking as much as possible. If the accelerator will also cause the system control indicator does not extinguish, to be deactivated. have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. Driving and operating 141
Driver assistance stored and maintained. Control indicator m illuminates green. systems Accelerator pedal can be released. Vehicle speed can be increased by 9 Warning depressing the accelerator pedal. When the accelerator pedal is Driver assistance systems are released, the previously stored speed developed to support the driver is resumed. and not to replace the driver's Increase speed attention. With cruise control active, press and The driver accepts full hold the + RES button or tap the responsibility when driving the + RES button repeatedly: speed vehicle. Do not use the cruise control if it is not advisable to maintain a constant increases continuously or in small When using driver assistance speed. increments. systems, always take care With automatic transmission, only Alternatively accelerate to the desired regarding the current traffic speed and store by pressing the situation. activate cruise control in automatic mode. - SET button. Cruise control Control indicator m 3 91. Reduce speed With cruise control active, press and The cruise control can store and Activation hold the - SET button or tap the maintain speeds above 40 km/h. Press the e button; control - SET button repeatedly: speed Deviations from the stored speeds indicator m illuminates yellow in the decreases continuously or in small may occur when driving uphill or instrument cluster. Accelerate to the increments. downhill. desired speed, press the - SET button For safety reasons the cruise control and release it. The current speed is cannot be activated until the foot brake has been operated once. 142 Driving and operating
Deactivation Parking assist Activation Press the e button; control indicator m extinguishes and the vehicle slowly decelerates. Automatic deactivation: ■ vehicle speed below approx. 45 km/h, ■ the brake pedal is depressed, ■ the clutch pedal is depressed, ■ selector lever in N, ■ the Electronic Stability Control is operating. With the ignition on, the system must Resume stored speed The parking assist system makes parking easier by measuring the be activated manually. Press the + RES button at a speed distance between the vehicle and Press button r on the instrument above 45 km/h. The stored speed will obstacles to the front and rear, and be obtained. panel. The LED in the button will giving acoustic signals. It is the driver, illuminate and will activate when a Deleting the stored speed however, who bears full responsibility forward gear or reverse gear is for the parking manoeuvre. The stored speed will be deleted by engaged and the electrical parking pressing the e button or The system consists of four ultrasonic brake is released. switching off the ignition. parking sensors in both the front and An obstacle is indicated by an rear bumpers. acoustic signal. The interval between Control indicator r 3 87. the sounds becomes shorter as the vehicle gets closer to the obstacle. When the distance is less than Driving and operating 143
30 cm, the signal is continuous. The If the acoustic signal sounds 3 times acoustic signal may differ depending continuously when there are no Caution on the type of object detected. obstacles near the front or rear bumper, there is a fault in the system. Performance of the system can be Deactivation Have the cause of the fault remedied reduced when sensors are To deactivate, press the button again by a workshop. covered, e.g. by ice or snow. and the LED in the button will Performance of the parking assist extinguish. The control indicator r Important hints for using the system can be reduced due to in the instrument cluster will illuminate parking assist system heavy loading. until the vehicle speed exceeds Special conditions apply if there 25 km/h. 9 Warning are taller vehicles in the vicinity The system is deactivated (e.g. off-road vehicles, mini vans, automatically when the vehicle speed Under certain circumstances, vans). Object identification and is above 8 km/h or when selector various reflective surfaces on correct distance indication in the lever is in neutral (automatic objects or clothing as well as upper part of these vehicles transmission in N or P). external noise sources may cause cannot be guaranteed. the system to fail to detect If the b button is pressed again, the Objects with a very small reflection obstacles. LED in the button will extinguish and cross-section, e.g. objects of the system will be reactivated as soon Special attention has to be paid to narrow size or soft materials, may as a forward gear or reverse gear is low obstacles which can damage not be detected by the system. engaged and the electrical parking the lower part of the bumper. Parking assist systems do not brake is released. detect objects outside the detection range. Fault In the event of a fault in the system, control indicator r illuminates in the instrument cluster. 144 Driving and operating
Fuel management system is adjusted Caution automatically according to the amount of ethanol in the fuel. Fuel for petrol engines Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or E85 fuel must fulfil the CWA 15293 or Only use unleaded fuel that complies SS 155480 standard. with European standard EN 228 or equivalent can lead to deposits or E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent. engine damage and may affect When the temperature is about your warranty. -10 °C or lower a greater proportion of Your engine is capable of running petrol should be used. E85 in with E10 fuel that fulfills these combination with low temperatures standards. E10 fuel contains up to Caution could lead to the car being more 10 % bioethanol. difficult to start. A slightly higher Use fuel with the recommended Use of fuel with too low an octane proportion of petrol improves the cold octane rating 3 202. Use of fuel with rating could lead to uncontrolled start properties considerably. combustion and engine damage. too low an octane rating can reduce During the engine's warm-up phase engine power and torque and slightly (below +50 °C) engine torque is increases fuel consumption. Note Use unleaded Premium fuel only for limited when driving with a proportion of ethanol. Caution the following countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Ethanol contains less energy per litre Do not use fuel or fuel additives Moldova. than petrol, which is why fuel that contain metallic compounds consumption increases when driving such as manganese-based Fuel for ethanol adapted on E85 compared with petrol. A additives. This may cause engine engines (E85) consequence of this is that a tank of damage. If access to E85 is limited then fuel E85 covers fewer kilometres than a with a different proportion of ethanol tank of petrol. or normal RON 95 can be used for refuelling. The engine's control Driving and operating 145
Do not use marine diesel oils, heating Caution oils, Aquazole and similar diesel- Caution water emulsions. Diesel fuels must Certain additives in petrol could, in not be diluted with fuels for petrol In case of misfuelling, do not combination with ethanol, cause engines. switch on ignition. reduced driveability. For this reason, refuel with a full tank of Fuel filler flap is located at left rear petrol every 10000 km. Use up the Refuelling side of vehicle. majority of this before refuelling The fuel filler flap can only be opened the car again. 9 Danger if the vehicle is unlocked 3 21. Release the fuel filler flap by pushing Fuel for diesel engines Before refuelling, switch off engine the flap. and any external heaters with Only use diesel fuel that complies combustion chambers. Switch off with EN 590. any mobile phones. In countries outside the European Follow the operating and safety Union use Euro-Diesel fuel with a instructions of the filling station sulphur concentration below 50 ppm. when refuelling. Caution 9 Danger Use of fuel that does not comply with EN 590 or similar can lead to Fuel is flammable and explosive. engine power loss, increased No smoking. No naked flames or wear or engine damage and loss sparks. of warranty. If you can smell fuel in your To unlock fuel filler cap: turn it vehicle, have the cause of this anticlockwise. If hissing occurs, wait remedied immediately by an until it stops before completely authorized dealer. unscrewing the cap. 146 Driving and operating
The fuel filler cap can be retained in Fuel consumption - CO - The figures are provided only for the the holder on the inside of the fuel 2 purpose of comparison between filler flap. Emissions different vehicle variants and must When refuelling, fully insert the pump The fuel consumption (combined) of not be taken as a guarantee for the nozzle and switch it on. the model Opel Antara is within a actual fuel consumption of a range of 10.9 to 6.3 l/100 km. particular vehicle. Additional After the automatic cut-off, the fuel equipment may result in slightly tank can be topped up with a The CO2 emission (combined) is higher results than the stated maximum two doses of fuel. within a range of 255 to 167 g/km. consumption and CO2 figures. For the values specific for your Furthermore, fuel consumption is Caution vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of dependent on personal driving style Conformity provided with your vehicle as well as road and traffic conditions. Wipe off any overflowing fuel or other national registration immediately. documents. After refuelling, replace the fuel filler General information cap and turn it clockwise until you The official fuel consumption and hear several clicks. Ensure the cap is specific CO2 emission figures quoted screwed in completely, otherwise relate to the EU base model with Z control indicator may illuminate in standard equipment. the instrument cluster 3 85. Fuel consumption data and CO Close fuel filler flap. 2 emission data are determined Fuel filler cap according to regulation R (EC) No. Only a genuine fuel filler cap provides 715/2007 (in the latest applicable full functionality. Diesel-engined version), taking into consideration the vehicles have special fuel filler caps. vehicle weight in running order, as specified by the regulation. Driving and operating 147
Trailer hitch If no eye is available, loop cable When driving downhill, drive in the around coupling ball bar. Ensure same gear as if driving uphill and General information cable is crossed under the vertical drive at a similar speed. coupling socket to ensure the trailer Adjust tyre pressure to the value The coupling ball bar is kept in a bag, nose cannot drop to the ground if it specified for full load 3 207. fastened with a strap and is stowed becomes separated from the trailer below the floor cover in the load hitch. Do not allow the cable to drag compartment. along the ground and always allow Trailer towing Only use towing equipment that has enough slack to permit full turning. been approved for your vehicle. Follow the instructions supplied with Trailer loads Entrust retrofitting of towing the towing equipment. The permissible trailer loads are equipment to a workshop. It may be Before attaching a trailer, lubricate vehicle-dependent and engine- necessary to make changes that the coupling ball. However, do not do dependent maximum values which affect the cooling system, heat so if a stabiliser, which acts on the must not be exceeded. The actual shields or other equipment. coupling ball, is being used to reduce trailer load is the difference between the actual gross weight of the trailer Control indicator á illuminates in the snaking movements. For trailers with low driving stability, the use of a and the actual coupling socket load instrument cluster when a trailer is with the trailer coupled. connected to the vehicle 3 91. friction-type stabiliser is strongly recommended. When the trailer load is being Do not drive faster than 80 km/h, even checked, therefore, only the trailer Driving characteristics and in countries where higher speeds are wheels - and not the jockey wheel - towing tips permitted. When driving uphill, do not must be standing on the weighing apparatus. In the case of trailers with brakes, drive faster than 30 km/h in 1st gear, attach the break-away stopping cable or 50 km/h in 2nd gear. The permissible trailer loads are to the eye - not to the coupling ball If the trailer starts snaking, drive more specified in the vehicle documents. In bar. slowly, do not attempt to correct the general, they are valid for gradients steering and brake sharply if up to max. 12 %. necessary. 148 Driving and operating
The permitted trailer load applies up especially in the case of heavy Towing equipment to the specified incline and up to an trailers. The vertical coupling load altitude of 1000 metres above sea should never fall below 25 kg. Caution level. Since engine power decreases When measuring the vertical coupling as altitude increases due to the air load, ensure the drawbar of the When operating without a trailer, becoming thinner, therefore reducing loaded trailer is at the same height as remove the coupling ball bar. climbing ability, the permissible gross it will be when the trailer is coupled train weight also decreases by 10 % with the towing vehicle loaded. This is for every 1000 metres of additional Towing equipment with particularly important for trailers with detachable coupling ball bar altitude. The gross train weight does tandem axle. not have to be reduced when driving The coupling ball bar is kept in a bag, on roads with slight inclines (less than Rear axle load fastened with a strap and is stowed 8 %, e.g. motorways). When the trailer is coupled and the below the floor cover in the load The permissible gross train weight towing vehicle is fully loaded compartment. must not be exceeded. This weight is (including all occupants), the Fitting the coupling ball bar specified on the identification plate permissible rear axle load (see 3 198. identification plate or vehicle documents) must not be exceeded. Vertical coupling load National regulations regarding The vertical coupling load is the load maximum speeds for vehicles towing exerted by the trailer on the coupling a trailer must be observed. ball. It can be varied by changing the weight distribution when loading the trailer. The maximum permissible vertical coupling load (80 kg) is specified on the towing equipment identification plate and in the vehicle documents. Always aim for the maximum load, Driving and operating 149
Remove sealing plug from the hole for Inserting the coupling ball bar the coupling ball bar and stow it in the load compartment.
Lock coupling ball bar by turning the supplied key in the lock cylinder of the Insert the coupling ball bar into the coupling ball bar. Remove key. coupling housing and push firmly Confirm that the colour marking on downwards until the coupling ball bar Check that the coupling ball bar is the lever is red. audibly engages. If it does not correctly attached: engage, repeat fitting procedure. ■ Green marking must be visible on Do not swing the coupling ball bar to lever. the left or right, or upwards and ■ Coupling ball bar must be seated downwards, to avoid disrupting firmly in coupling housing. correct fitting. Coupling ball bar must be locked and key must be removed. 150 Driving and operating
Unlock coupling ball bar and remove 9 Warning key. Push lever to the left, towards the coupling ball bar and turn it Towing a trailer is permitted only downwards. Pull coupling ball bar out when the coupling ball bar is fitted of coupling housing. correctly. If the coupling ball bar cannot be properly attached, seek Remove any rust or dirt from area the assistance of a workshop. around the coupling housing and coupling ball bar connection before Eye for break-away stopping cable inserting sealing plug in the hole. In the case of trailers with brakes, Place the coupling ball bar in the bag attach the break-away stopping cable supplied, fasten it with the strap and to the eye - not to the coupling ball stow it below the floor cover in the bar. load compartment. Do not use steam-jet cleaners or Dismounting the coupling ball bar other high-pressure cleaners to clean the coupling ball bar.
Trailer stability assist If the system detects snaking movements, engine power is reduced and the vehicle/trailer combination is selectively braked until the snaking ceases. While system is working keep steering wheel as still as possible. Trailer stability assist (TSA) is a function of the Electronic Stability Control 3 138. Vehicle care 151
Vehicle care General Information Vehicle storage Accessories and vehicle Storage for a long period of time If the vehicle is to be stored for several General Information ...... 151 modifications months: Vehicle checks ...... 152 We recommend the use of genuine ■ Wash and wax the vehicle. parts and accessories and factory Bulb replacement ...... 160 approved parts specific for your ■ Have the wax in the engine Electrical system ...... 166 vehicle type. We cannot assess or compartment and underbody Vehicle tools ...... 173 guarantee reliability of other products checked. Wheels and tyres ...... 175 - even if they have a regulatory or ■ Clean and preserve the rubber otherwise granted approval. seals. Jump starting ...... 187 Do not make any modifications to the ■ Change the engine oil. Towing ...... 188 electrical system, e.g. changes of ■ Drain the washer fluid reservoir. Appearance care ...... 190 electronic control units (chip tuning). ■ Check the coolant antifreeze and corrosion protection. Caution ■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value When transporting the vehicle on specified for full load. a train or on a recovery vehicle, the ■ Park the vehicle in a dry, well mud flaps might be damaged. ventilated place. Engage first or reverse gear or move selector lever to P. Prevent the vehicle from rolling. ■ Do not apply the electrical parking brake. 152 Vehicle care
■ Open the bonnet, close all doors End-of-life vehicle Vehicle checks and lock the vehicle. recovery ■ Disconnect the clamp from the Performing work negative terminal of the vehicle Information on end-of-life vehicle recovery centres and the recycling of battery. Beware that all systems are 9 Warning not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm end-of-life vehicles is available on our system. website, where legally required. Only entrust this work to an authorised Only perform engine compartment Putting back into operation recycling centre. checks when the ignition is off. When the vehicle is to be put back into The cooling fan may start operation: operating even if the ignition is off. ■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. 9 Danger Activate the electronics of the power windows. The ignition system and Xenon ■ Check tyre pressure. headlights use extremely high voltage. Do not touch. ■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir. ■ Check the engine oil level. ■ Check the coolant level. ■ Fit the number plate if necessary. Vehicle care 153
Bonnet Caution
Opening 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 Locate the safety catch, found slightly and lubricants 3 195. left of centre on the underside of the Check with the vehicle on a level bonnet, push the catch upwards and surface. The engine must be at lift the bonnet gently. Pull the release lever and return it to operating temperature and switched The bonnet is held open its original position. off for at least 5 minutes. automatically. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, If the bonnet is opened during an insert it to the stop on the handle, pull Autostop, the engine will be restarted out and read the engine oil level. automatically for safety reasons. Insert dipstick to the stop on the Air intake 3 121. handle and make half a turn. Closing Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the latch from a low height (20-25 cm). Check that the bonnet is engaged. 154 Vehicle care
Control indicators for engine oil pressure I 3 88, low engine oil S 3 89 and engine oil life C 3 89. Once the engine oil has been changed, the engine oil life monitor needs to be reset. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze protection down to approx. -28 °C. In Different dipsticks are used We recommend the use of the same northern countries with very low depending on engine variant. grade of engine oil that was used at temperatures the factory filled coolant the last oil change. provides frost protection down to When the engine oil level has approx. -37 °C. dropped to the MIN mark, top up The engine oil level must not exceed engine oil. the MAX mark on the dipstick. Caution
Caution Only use approved antifreeze. Overfilled engine oil must be drained or suctioned out. Coolant level
Capacities 3 206, Engine oil quality/ Caution viscosity 3 195. Too low a coolant level can cause Fit the cap on straight and tighten it. engine damage. Vehicle care 155
the coolant concentration checked and have the cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop. Engine coolant temperature control indicator W 3 88.
Power steering fluid
Caution
Extremely small amounts of contamination can cause steering If the cooling system is cold, the system damage and cause it to not Open the cap and remove. Wipe the coolant level should be between the work properly. Do not allow dipstick dry and turn the cap in the MIN and MAX marks. Top up if the contaminates to contact the fluid container. Open the cap again and level is low. side of the reservoir cap/dipstick or read the power steering fluid level. from entering the reservoir. The power steering fluid level must be 9 Warning between the MIN/COLD and the MAX/HOT marks. Allow the engine to cool before If the fluid level is too low, seek the opening the cap. Carefully open assistance of a workshop. 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 156 Vehicle care
Washer fluid Do not spray washer fluid onto Brake fluid windscreen in freezing weather, to avoid ice forming and impairing 9 Warning vision. In cold weather, do not fill the washer Brake fluid is poisonous and fluid reservoir more than three corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, quarters full, to allow enough room for skin, fabrics and painted surfaces. expansion if the fluid freezes, and to prevent damage to the reservoir.
Brakes In the event of minimum thickness of the brake lining, a squealing noise Fill with clean water mixed with a sounds during braking. suitable quantity of washer fluid which Continued driving is possible but contains antifreeze. For the correct have the brake lining replaced as mixing ratio refer to the washer fluid soon as possible. container. Once new brake linings are installed, do not brake unnecessarily hard for Caution the first few journeys. The brake fluid level must be between the MIN and MAX marks. Only washer fluid with a sufficient antifreeze concentration provides When topping up, ensure maximum protection at low temperatures or cleanliness as contamination of the a sudden drop in temperature. brake fluid can lead to brake system malfunctions. Have the cause of the loss of brake fluid remedied by a workshop. Vehicle care 157
battery. Short-distance-driving and Caution frequent engine starts can discharge the vehicle battery. Avoid the use of Only use high-performance brake unnecessary electrical consumers. fluid approved for the vehicle. Brake fluid 3 195.
Brake fluid level control indicator R 3 85.
Clutch fluid Batteries do not belong in household waste. They must be disposed of at If the fluid in the reservoir falls below 9 Warning an appropriate recycling collection the MIN mark, seek the assistance of point. Clutch fluid is poisonous and a workshop. Laying up the vehicle for more than corrosive. Avoid contact with eyes, Clutch fluid 3 195. skin, fabrics and painted surfaces. 6 weeks can lead to battery discharge. Disconnect the clamp from Vehicle battery the negative terminal of the vehicle Vehicles without stop-start system battery. will be equipped with a lead acid Ensure the ignition is switched off battery. Vehicles with stop-start before connecting or disconnecting system will be equipped with an the vehicle battery. AGM vehicle battery which is not a Retrofitted electrical or electronic lead acid battery. accessories can place an additional The vehicle battery is maintenance- load on the vehicle battery or free provided that the driving profile discharge the battery. Seek the allows sufficient charging of the 158 Vehicle care assistance of a workshop regarding When the vehicle battery is being An AGM battery can be identified by technical possibilities, such as fitting replaced, please ensure that there the label on the battery. We a more powerful battery. are no open ventilation holes in the recommend the use of an original Ensure the ignition is switched off vicinity of the positive terminal. If a Opel battery. before reconnecting the vehicle ventilation hole is open in this area, it Note battery. Then perform the following must be closed off with a dummy cap, Using an AGM vehicle battery actions: and the ventilation in the vicinity of the different from the original Opel negative terminal must be opened. 1. Set date and time in the vehicle battery may result in a lower information display 3 77. Only use batteries that allow the fuse performance of the stop-start box to be mounted above the vehicle system. 2. If necessary, activate the power battery. windows and sun roof 3 30, 3 32. We recommend that you have the In vehicles with stop-start system, In order to prevent the vehicle battery vehicle battery replaced by a ensure to have the AGM (Absorptive workshop. from discharging, some consumers Glass Mat) vehicle battery replaced 3 such as the courtesy lights with an AGM battery again. Stop-start system 125. automatically switch off after a delay. Charge a disconnected vehicle Charging the vehicle battery battery every 6 weeks. 9 Warning Vehicle battery discharge protection 3 114. On vehicles with stop-start system, ensure that the charging Replacing the vehicle battery potential does not exceed Note 14.6 volts when using a battery Any deviation from the instructions charger. Otherwise the vehicle given in this paragraph may lead to battery might be damaged. a temporary deactivation of the stop- start system. Jump starting 3 187. Vehicle care 159
Warning label ■ See the Owner's Manual for further With engine switched off, turn ignition information. key to ON, wait approx. 5 seconds, ■ Explosive gas may be present in and turn key to LOCK to perform the vicinity of the vehicle battery. priming operation. Perform this operation 3 times or more while the engine is switched off, to avoid air Diesel fuel filter entering the fuel line. Check diesel fuel filter at shorter intervals if the vehicle is subjected to extreme operating conditions. If there is water in the diesel fuel filter, control indicator U illuminates in the instrument cluster 3 90. Drain the water immediately. Meaning of symbols: ■ No sparks, naked flames or smoking. Diesel fuel system ■ Always shield eyes. Explosive bleeding gases can cause blindness or If the fuel tank has been run dry, the injury. Drain diesel fuel filter of residual diesel fuel system must be bled. ■ Keep the vehicle battery out of water at every engine oil change. Switch on the ignition three times for reach of children. Place a container underneath the 15 seconds at a time. Then crank the filter housing. Turn drain plug engine for a maximum of ■ The vehicle battery contains 40 seconds. If the engine will not start, sulfuric acid which could cause anticlockwise using a suitable screwdriver, to drain off the water. wait at least 10 seconds before trying blindness or serious burn injuries. again. If the engine fails to start, seek The filter is drained as soon as diesel the assistance of a workshop. fuel emerges from the port. Retighten the drain plug by turning it clockwise. 160 Vehicle care
Wiper blade replacement Bulb replacement
Wiper blades on the windscreen Switch off the ignition and turn 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. 1. Switch off the ignition and Bulb check headlight switch. After a bulb replacement switch on 2. Open the bonnet, release the the ignition, operate and check the 11 retainers and remove the Lift wiper arm, press and hold lights. radiator cover. retaining clip and detach wiper blade. 3. Remove 3 bolts and withdraw Attach the wiper blade slightly angled Headlights headlamp. to the wiper arm and push until it engages. Headlamp removal 4. Depress harness connector tags and disconnect headlamp wiring. Lower wiper arm carefully. For bulb replacement, it is necessary to first remove the headlamp 5. Remove the headlamp assembly. assembly. Headlamp assembly installation is the reverse of removal - ensure locating dowel aligns with its socket. Do not overtighten bolts or retainers. Vehicle care 161
Halogen headlights Low and high beam 5. Engage bulb retaining spring and replace headlamp cap. 6. Reinstall headlamp assembly. Front turn signal
Halogen headlights A can be Halogen headlights have separate identified from Xenon headlights B by systems for high beam 1 (inner bulbs) the different lens layout. and low beam 2 (outer bulbs). 1. Remove headlamp assembly 3 160. 1. Remove headlamp assembly 3 160. 2. Remove headlamp cap. 2. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise 3. Release bulb retaining spring and and withdraw bulb holder from remove bulb from reflector lamp assembly. housing. 3. Press and rotate bulb 4. When inserting a new bulb, anticlockwise to remove it from ensure the lugs engage correctly bulb holder. with the recesses on the reflector. 4. Insert new bulb into bulb holder by pressing and rotating it clockwise. 162 Vehicle care
5. Reinstall bulb holder in lamp 5. Reinstall bulb holder in lamp Low and high beam assembly by rotating it clockwise. assembly and replace headlamp 6. Reinstall headlamp assembly. cap. 9 Danger 6. Reinstall headlamp assembly. Sidelights Xenon headlights work under extremely high electrical voltage. Xenon headlights Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.
Front turn signal
1. Remove headlamp assembly 3 160. Xenon headlights B can be identified 2. Remove headlamp cap and from Halogen headlights A by the withdraw bulb holder (located different lens layout. next to high beam bulb) from lamp assembly. 1. Remove headlamp assembly 3 3. Remove bulb from bulb holder by 160. pulling it straight out. 2. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise 4. Insert new bulb, using a lint-free and withdraw bulb holder from cloth to hold bulb. lamp assembly. Vehicle care 163
3. Press and rotate bulb 3. Remove bulb from bulb holder by 1. Remove 2 screws from panel on anticlockwise to remove it from pulling it straight out. underside of vehicle below front bulb holder. 4. Insert new bulb, using a lint-free fog lights and remove panel. 4. Insert new bulb into bulb holder by cloth to hold bulb. 2. Disconnect harness connector pressing and rotating it clockwise. 5. Reinstall bulb holder in lamp from bulb holder and rotate bulb 5. Reinstall bulb holder in lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. holder anticlockwise. assembly by rotating it clockwise. 6. Reinstall headlamp assembly. 3. Remove bulb holder from lamp 6. Reinstall headlamp assembly. assembly, rotate bulb anticlockwise and remove from Sidelights Fog lights bulb holder. 4. Insert new bulb into bulb holder and rotate it clockwise. 5. Reinstall bulb holder in lamp assembly and reconnect harness connector. 6. Reinstall panel to underside of vehicle using 2 screws removed earlier.
1. Remove headlamp assembly 3 160. 2. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise and withdraw bulb holder from lamp assembly. 164 Vehicle care
Tail lights Side turn signal lights Rear brake, tail, turn signal, reverse and fog tail light
6. Replace lamp assembly by guiding lugs on lamp assembly into their corresponding 1. Using a suitable screwdriver, pry apertures. lamp assembly away from wing. 7. Replace 2 screws removed earlier 2. Rotate bulb holder anticlockwise. 1. Open the tailgate and remove and close the tailgate. 2 screws and lamp assembly. 3. Remove bulb from lamp assembly by pulling bulb straight out of bulb 2. Remove bulb holder by rotating it holder. anticlockwise. 4. Insert new bulb into bulb holder by 3. Remove bulb from bulb holder by pressing it in and rotating the bulb pressing the bulb in and rotating it holder clockwise. anticlockwise. 5. Push lamp assembly back into 4. Insert new bulb into bulb holder. aperture. 5. Reinstall bulb holder into lamp assembly. Rotate bulb holder clockwise and ensure it is secure. Vehicle care 165
Centre high-mounted 5. Reinstall bulb holder into lamp Rear reading lights assembly, rotate bulb holder brake light clockwise and ensure it is secure. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. 6. Replace lamp covers using the 4 screws removed earlier. Number plate light Interior lights Front reading lights
1. Using a suitable screwdriver, pry lamp lens away from roof lining. 2. Remove bulb. 3. Insert new bulb. 4. Reinstall lamp lens in roof lining. 1. Remove 4 screws (arrowed) and remove lamp covers. 2. Remove bulb holder from lamp assembly by rotating it 1. Using a suitable screwdriver, pry anticlockwise. lamp lens away from roof lining. 3. Pull bulb straight out of bulb 2. Remove bulb. holder. 3. Insert new bulb. 4. Insert new bulb. 4. Reinstall lamp lens in roof lining. 166 Vehicle care
Load compartment light Electrical system It is advisable to carry a full set of spare fuses. Spare fuses can be stored in the engine compartment Fuses fuse box. Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. There are two fuse boxes in the vehicle: ■ in the engine compartment next to the coolant reservoir, ■ in the instrument panel, on the left- hand side of the front passenger seat foot well, or, in right-hand drive 1. Using a suitable screwdriver, vehicles, on the left-hand side of remove lens from lamp assembly. the driver's seat foot well. 2. Remove bulb. Before replacing a fuse, turn off the respective switch and the ignition. 3. Insert new bulb. A blown fuse can be recognized by its 4. Reinstall lens to lamp assembly. melted wire. Do not replace the fuse until the cause of the fault has been Glovebox light remedied. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Some functions are protected by several fuses. Fuses may also be Instrument panel inserted without existence of a illumination function. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Vehicle care 167
Fuse extractor Engine compartment fuse A fuse extractor may be located in the box 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 located next to the coolant reservoir in the engine compartment. To open, disengage cover and tilt upwards. 168 Vehicle care Vehicle care 169
Fuse Circuit Fuse Circuit Fuse Circuit ABS Anti-lock Brake FAN1 Cooling fan LO BEAM RH Low beam (right- System hand) FAN3 Cooling fan A/C Climate control, PRK LP LH Parking light (left- air conditioning FRT FOG Front fog lights hand) system FRT WPR Front wiper PRK LP RH Parking light BATT1 Instrument panel FUEL/VAC Fuel pump, (right-hand) fuse box vacuum pump PWM FAN Pulse width modu‐ BATT2 Instrument panel HDLP WASHER Headlight washer lation fan fuse box HI BEAM LH High beam (left- REAR DEFOG Heated rear BATT3 Instrument panel hand) window fuse box HI BEAM RH High beam (right- REAR WPR Rear wiper BCM Body Control hand) Module SPARE – HORN Horn ECM Engine Control STOP LAMP Brake lights Module HTD WASH/MIR Heated washer STRTR Starter fluid, heated exte‐ ECM PWR TRN Engine Control rior mirrors TCM Transmission Module, Power‐ Control Module train IGN COIL A Ignition coil TRLR PRL LP Trailer parking ENG SNSR Engine sensors IGN COIL B Ignition coil lights EPB Electrical parking LO BEAM LH Low beam (left- brake hand) 170 Vehicle care
After changing of defective fuses close the fuse box cover and press until it engages. If the fuse box cover is not closed correctly, malfunctions may occur.
Instrument panel fuse box
The fuse box is located on the left- hand side of the front passenger seat foot well, or, in right-hand drive vehicles, on the left-hand side of the driver's seat foot well. Release latch to open cover. Vehicle care 171 172 Vehicle care
Fuse Circuit Fuse Circuit Fuse Circuit AMP Amplifier CIM Communica‐ HVAC BLWR Climate control, tions Integration air conditioning APO JACK Power outlet Module fan (CONSOLE) (centre console) CLSTR Instrument IPC Instrument panel APO JACK Power outlet cluster cluster (REAR CARGO) (load compart‐ ment) DRL Daytime running ISRVM/RCM Interior mirror, lights remote compass AWD/VENT All-wheel drive, module ventilation DR/LCK Driver door lock KEY CAPTURE Key capture BCM (CTSY) Courtesy lights DRVR PWR Driver power SEAT seat L/GATE Tailgate BCM (DIMMER) Instrument illu‐ mination DRV/PWR Driver power LOGISTIC MODE Logistic mode WNDW window BCM (INT LIGHT Interior lights, OSRVM Exterior mirrors TRLR FOG) trailer fog light F/DOOR LOCK Fuel filler flap PASS PWR Passenger BCM (PRK/TRN) Parking lights, FRT WSR Front washer WNDW power window turn signals FSCM Fuel system PWR DIODE Power diode BCM (STOP) Brake lights FSCM/VENT SOL Fuel system, PWR MODING Power moding BCM (TRN SIG) Turn signals vent solenoid RADIO Radio BCM (VBATT) Battery voltage HEATING MAT Heating mat SW switch RR FOG Heated rear window HTD SEAT PWR Seat heating Vehicle care 173
Fuse Circuit Fuse Circuit Vehicle tools RUN 2 Power battery XBCM Export Body key on run Control Module Tools RUN/CRNK Run crank XM/HVAC/DLC XM satellite Vehicles with spare wheel radio, climate SDM (BATT) Safety Diag‐ control, data link nosis Module connection (Battery) SDM (IGN 1) Safety Diag‐ After changing of defective fuses nosis Module close the fuse box cover and press (Ignition) until it engages. If the fuse box cover is not closed SPARE - correctly, malfunctions may occur. S/ROOF Sunroof S/ROOF BATT Sunroof battery
SSPS Power steering In vehicles with a spare wheel, a jack STR/WHL SW Steering wheel and vehicle tools kit are available. The jack and vehicle tools have been TRLR Trailer specially developed for your vehicle TRLR BATT Trailer battery and must only be used on that vehicle. Only use jack for changing wheels. The jack and vehicle tools are in a storage compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment. 174 Vehicle care
To remove the jack and vehicle tools, Remove wing bolt from the jack by open the tailgate. rotating it anticlockwise and remove the jack and wheel wrench bag. Remove straps holding the bag containing the wheel wrench. Remove wheel wrench from the bag. Vehicles with tyre repair kit
Where present, hang the hook to the upper part of the tailgate opening. Push both levers on the floor cover towards the handle and pull up the cover by the handle.
In vehicles with a tyre repair kit, there may not be a jack and vehicle tool kit. The tyre repair kit is in a storage compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment. Vehicle care 175
Wheels and tyres 3 138. Seek the assistance of a workshop regarding availability of approved winter tyres. Tyre condition, wheel condition If winter tyres are in use, the Drive over edges slowly and at right temporary spare wheel may still be angles if possible. Driving over sharp fitted with a summer tyre. Vehicle edges can cause tyre and wheel driveability could be affected, damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb especially on slippery road surfaces. when parking. Spare wheel 3 185. Regularly check the wheels for damage. Seek the assistance of a Tyre designations workshop in the event of damage or To remove the tyre repair kit, open the unusual wear. E.g. 235/65 R 17 104 H tailgate and pull the floor cover handle 235 = Tyre width, in mm upwards 3 69. 65 = Cross-section ratio (tyre Winter tyres height to tyre width), % Caution Winter tyres improve driving safety at R = Belt type: Radial temperatures below 7 °C and should RF = Type: RunFlat Do not allow objects to protrude therefore be fitted on all wheels. 17 = Wheel diameter, in inches above the top of the rear floor Tyres of size 215/70 R 16 are 104 = Load index e.g. 91 is storage compartment, to avoid recommended as winter tyres. equivalent to 618 kg damage to the storage area and In accordance with country-specific H = Speed code letter the load compartment floor. regulations, affix the speed sticker in Speed code letter: the driver's field of view. Q = up to 160 km/h If winter tyres are installed that have S = up to 180 km/h not been approved for your vehicle, T = up to 190 km/h Electronic Stability Control (ESC) H = up to 210 km/h system performance may be affected 176 Vehicle care
V = up to 240 km/h The tyre pressure tables show all Tyre pressure monitoring 3 W = up to 270 km/h possible tyre combinations 207. system For the tyres approved for your Tyre pressure vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of The tyre pressure monitoring system Conformity provided with your vehicle checks the pressure of all four wheels Check the pressure of cold tyres at or other national registration once per minute when vehicle speed least every 14 days and before any documents. exceeds a certain limit. long journey. Do not forget the spare The driver is responsible for correct wheel. This also applies to vehicles Caution with tyre pressure monitoring system. adjustment of tyre pressure. Tyre pressure monitoring system Use the valve cap key to make 9 unscrewing the valve caps easier. Warning warns only about low tyre pressure The valve cap key is located on the condition and does not replace If the pressure is too low, this can inside of the tank flap. regular tyre maintenance by the result in considerable tyre warm- driver. Tyre pressure 3 207. up and internal damage, leading to tread separation and even to tyre The tyre pressure data refers to cold All wheels must be equipped with blow-out at high speeds. tyres. It applies to summer and winter pressure sensors and the tyres must tyres. have the prescribed pressure. If Always inflate the spare tyre to the If the tyre pressure shall be reduced wheels without sensors are mounted, pressure specified for full load. or increased on a vehicle with tyre the tyre pressure monitoring system pressure monitoring system, switch is not operational. Retrofitting of The ECO tyre pressure serves to off ignition. achieve the smallest amount of fuel sensors is possible. consumption possible. Note Incorrect tyre pressures will impair In countries where the tyre pressure safety, vehicle handling, comfort and monitoring system is legally fuel economy and will increase tyre required, the use of wheels without wear. pressure sensors will invalidate the vehicle type approval. Vehicle care 177
The current tyre pressures can be A graphic indicating the left rear tyre A graphic indicating the front left tyre shown in the menu item Tyres in the is shown together with the current tyre is shown together with the current tyre Board Computer menu. Press the pressure; slight pressure deviation. pressure; significant pressure BC button on the Infotainment system Reduce speed. Check tyre pressure deviation or direct pressure loss. and select the menu item. at next opportunity with an Steer out of the flow of traffic as The tyre pressure monitoring system appropriate gauge and correct if quickly as possible without automatically detects the vehicle necessary. endangering other vehicles. Stop and load. A message appears on the On the Colour-Info-Display, this check the tyres. Mount the spare information display if inconsistent tyre message will appear in yellow. wheel if necessary 3 182. pressures are detected. In some On the Colour-Info-Display, this versions, the message is displayed in message will appear in red. abbreviated form. Acknowledgement of warnings 3 92, For example, the following messages 3 94. can be displayed: Vehicle messages 3 100. 178 Vehicle care
If the tyre pressure is to be reduced or For safety reasons it is recommended Tyres age, even if they are not used. increased, switch off the ignition. Tyre that the tread depth of the tyres on We recommend tyre replacement pressures 3 176, 3 207. one axle should not vary by more than every 6 years. External high-power radio equipment 2 mm. could disrupt the tyre pressure Changing tyre and wheel monitoring system. size The tyre pressure monitoring system valve cores and sealing rings must be If tyres of a different size than those replaced each time the tyres are fitted at the factory are used, it may be changed. necessary to reprogramme the speedometer as well as the nominal Temperature compensation tyre pressure and make other vehicle Tyre pressure depends on the modifications. temperature of the tyre. During After converting to a different tyre driving, tyre temperature and size, have the label with tyre pressure increase. pressures replaced. The tyre pressure value shown in the The legally permissible minimum display is the actual tyre pressure. 9 Warning tread depth (1.6 mm) has been Therefore it is important to check tyre reached when the tread has worn pressure with cold tyres. Use of unsuitable tyres or wheels down as far as one of the tread wear may lead to accidents and will indicators (TWI). Their position is invalidate the vehicle type Tread depth indicated by markings on the approval. Check tread depth at regular sidewall. intervals. If there is more wear at the front than If wheel rims of a different type are to Tyres should be replaced for safety the rear, swap round front wheels and be installed, the wheel nuts may also reasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm rear wheels. Ensure that the direction need to be changed. We recommend (4 mm for winter tyres). of rotation of the wheels is the same you consult your service partner. as before. Vehicle care 179
Wheel covers Tyre chains Tyre chains are permitted only on 16 inch wheels. We recommend you Wheel covers and tyres that are consult your service partner. factory approved for the respective vehicle and comply with all of the If the use of tyre chains is required relevant wheel and tyre combination after suffering a flat front tyre, fit the requirements must be used. temporary spare wheel on the rear axle and transfer one of the rear If the wheel covers and tyres used are wheels to the front axle. not factory approved, the tyres must not have a rim protection ridge. General The use of tyre chains is not permitted Wheel covers must not impair brake on the temporary spare wheel. cooling.
9 Warning Tyre repair kit Tyre chains are only permitted on the Minor damage to the tyre tread or Use of unsuitable tyres or wheel front wheels. sidewall can be repaired with the tyre covers could lead to sudden repair kit. They must be fitted to the tyres pressure loss and thereby Do not remove foreign bodies from accidents. symmetrically in order to achieve a concentric fit. the tyres. Always use fine mesh chains that add Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that no more than 15 mm to the tyre tread is at the tyre's sidewall near the rim and the inboard sides (including chain cannot be repaired with the tyre repair lock). kit. In vehicles with a tyre repair kit, there 9 Warning may not be a jack and vehicle tool kit. Vehicle tools 3 173. Damage may lead to tyre blowout. Temporary spare wheel 3 185. 180 Vehicle care
3. Connect the power plug to the 9 Warning Caution power outlet. Unplug all items from other power outlets. Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. Do not allow objects to protrude 4. Switch on ignition. To avoid Do not use for a lengthy period. above the top of the rear floor storage compartment, to avoid discharging the battery, we Steering and handling may be damage to the storage area and recommend running the engine. affected. the load compartment floor. If you have a flat tyre: Apply the electrical parking brake 3 137 and engage first gear, reverse gear or P. The tyre repair kit is in a storage compartment below the floor cover in the load compartment. To remove the tyre repair kit, open the tailgate. Pull the floor cover handle upwards 3 69. 5. Turn the selector switch anticlockwise to the sealant ＋ 3 Vehicle tools 173. 1. Release the sealant filler hose 1 air position. and the power plug 2. 2. Unscrew valve cap from defective tyre. Screw the sealant filler hose onto the tyre valve. Vehicle care 181
is obtained, switch off the compressor. 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. 6. Press the on/off button to turn the Drain excess tyre pressure with 10. Take the label indicating tyre repair kit on. The tyre is filled the button next to the pressure maximum permitted speed from with sealant. gauge. the sealant canister and affix in The pressure gauge briefly shows Do not run the compressor for the driver's field of view. a high pressure while the sealant longer than 10 minutes. 11. Continue driving immediately so canister is emptying. Then the 8. Detach the tyre repair kit and that sealant is evenly distributed pressure starts to drop. replace the tyre valve cap. in the tyre. After driving approx. 10 km (but no more than All of the sealant is pumped into 9. Remove any excess sealant the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated. 10 minutes) stop and check tyre using a cloth. pressure. 7. Inflate the tyre to the recommended inflation pressure If the tyre pressure has fallen using the pressure gauge. The slightly, set it to the correct value. prescribed tyre pressure should Repeat the procedure until there be obtained within 10 minutes is no more loss of pressure. 3 207. When the correct pressure If the tyre pressure has fallen by more than 68 kPa (0.68 bar), the 182 Vehicle care
vehicle must not be driven. Seek Note the expiry date of the kit. After the assistance of a workshop. this date its sealing capability is no longer guaranteed. Pay attention to storage information on sealant canister. Replace the used sealant canister. To remove sealant canister, release sealant filler hose and air hose, slide canister out of housing and unscrew hose from canister. Dispose of the canister as prescribed by applicable laws. 13. Turn the selector switch clockwise The accessory adapter supplied can to the air only position. Switch on be used to pump up other items 12. To adjust tyre pressure, screw the compressor to inflate the tyre e.g. footballs, air mattresses, compressor air hose (arrowed) with air only. inflatable dinghies etc. The adapter directly onto tyre valve. Note is located on the underside of the The driving characteristic of the tyre repair kit. repaired tyre is severely affected, Wheel changing therefore have this tyre replaced. Some vehicles are equipped with a If unusual noise is heard or the tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel compressor becomes hot, turn 3 179. compressor off for at least 30 minutes. Vehicle care 183
Make the following preparations and ■ Do not raise the vehicle more than 1. Pull off the wheel cover. observe the following information: is necessary to change a wheel. 2. Install the wheel wrench ensuring ■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm and ■ No people or animals may be in the that it locates securely and loosen non-slippery surface. The front vehicle when it is jacked-up. each wheel nut by one turn by wheels must be in the straight- ■ Never crawl under a jacked-up turning anticlockwise. ahead position. vehicle. ■ Apply the electrical parking brake ■ Do not start the engine when it is 3 137 and engage first gear, raised on the jack. reverse gear or P. ■ Clean wheel nuts and thread before ■ Remove the spare wheel 3 185. mounting the wheel. ■ Never change more than one wheel at a time. 9 Warning ■ Block wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be changed, by placing Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel wedge blocks or equivalent in front nut and wheel nut cone. and behind the wheel. ■ Use the jack only to change wheels 3. The location of front and rear in case of puncture, not for jacking points is indicated by seasonal winter or summer tyre notches on the bottom edge of the changes. vehicle, under the doors. ■ Never exceed jack maximum working load (900 kg). ■ If the ground on which the vehicle is standing is soft, a solid board (max. 1 cm thick) should be placed under the jack. 184 Vehicle care
8. Screw on the wheel nuts and tighten slightly by hand by turning clockwise until wheel is held against the hub. 9. Rotate wrench anticlockwise and lower vehicle to the ground.
4. Before positioning the jack, set it 5. Attach wheel wrench to eye of to the necessary height by threaded rod and rotate wrench rotating the eye by hand. clockwise to raise vehicle. Position jack at the jacking point If this is not the case, carefully located nearest to the wheel lower the vehicle immediately and concerned so that the jack claw reposition the jack. Raise the spans the vertical base. Ensure vehicle until the wheel is just clear 10. Install the wheel wrench ensuring the jack is positioned correctly. of the ground. that it locates securely and tighten The jack base must be on the 6. Unscrew wheel nuts completely each wheel nut in a crosswise ground directly below the jacking and wipe clean with a cloth. sequence. Tightening torque is point in a manner that prevents it Do not grease the threads. Put 140 Nm. from slipping. wheel nuts somewhere where the 11. Stow the replaced wheel 3 185 threads will not be soiled. and the vehicle tools 3 173. 7. Change the wheel. Notes on 12. Check the tyre pressure of the spare wheel 3 185. installed tyre as soon as possible. Vehicle care 185
Have the defective tyre renewed and corresponding speed limits apply, replace temporary spare wheel with a even though no label indicates this. full specification wheel without delay. Seek the assistance of a workshop to check the applicable speed limit. Jacking position for lifting Use of the temporary spare wheel platform could affect driveability, particularly if using winter tyres. Have the defective tyre renewed as soon as possible and have the wheel balanced and fitted to the vehicle.
Caution Front arm position of the lifting platform centrically under the recess The use of a spare wheel that is of the sill. smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres could affect driveability. Have the Spare wheel defective tyre replaced as soon as possible. Rear arm position of the lifting Temporary spare wheel platform centrically under the recess Some vehicles are equipped with a of the sill. tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel. The temporary spare wheel is designed for use on your vehicle only. If mounting a spare wheel which is different from the other wheels, this wheel might be classified as a temporary spare wheel and the 186 Vehicle care
Only mount one temporary spare ■ Do not drive faster than 80 km/h. wheel. Do not drive faster than ■ Drive particularly carefully on wet 80 km/h. Take curves slowly. Do not and snow-covered road surfaces. use for a long period of time. When the temporary spare wheel is 9 Warning fitted, do not take the vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash with guide Storing a jack, a wheel or other rails. The temporary spare wheel may equipment in the load get caught on the rails, causing compartment could cause injury if damage to the tyre, wheel and other they are not fixed in place vehicle parts. properly. During a sudden stop or The use of tyre chains is not permitted a collision, loose equipment could The temporary spare wheel is located on the temporary spare wheel. cause personal injury or damage to the vehicle. in the load compartment below the Tyre chains 3 179. floor cover and is secured with a Always store the jack and vehicle screw-in retainer. Directional tyres tools in their respective storage Push both levers on the floor cover Fit directional tyres such that they roll compartments and secure them towards the handle and pull up the in the direction of travel. The rolling properly. cover by the handle. Hang the hook direction is indicated by a symbol Always place the damaged wheel to the upper part of the tailgate (e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall. in the load compartment, secured opening. The following applies to tyres fitted in the spare wheel well with the Vehicle tools 3 173. opposing the rolling direction: screw-in retainer. Remove the retainer by rotating it ■ Driveability may be affected. Have anticlockwise and remove temporary the defective tyre renewed as soon spare wheel from the spare wheel as possible and have the wheel well. balanced and fitted to the vehicle. Vehicle care 187
Jump starting ■ A discharged battery can already ■ The vehicles must not come into freeze at a temperature of 0 °C. contact with each other during the Defrost the frozen battery before jump starting process. Do not start with quick charger. connecting jump leads. ■ Apply the electrical parking brake A vehicle with a discharged battery ■ Wear eye protection and protective 3 137, transmission in neutral, can be started using jump leads and clothing when handling a battery. automatic transmission in P. the battery of another vehicle. ■ Use a booster battery with the ■ Open the positive terminal 9 Warning same voltage (12 Volts). Its protection caps of both batteries. capacity (Ah) must not be much Be extremely careful when starting less than that of the discharged with jump leads. Any deviation battery. from the following instructions can ■ Use jump leads with insulated lead to injuries or damage caused terminals and a cross section of at by battery explosion or damage to least 16 mm2 (25 mm2 for diesel the electrical systems of both engines). vehicles. ■ Do not disconnect the discharged battery from the vehicle. 9 Warning ■ Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers. The Infotainment Avoid contact of the battery with system may be damaged if eyes, skin, fabrics and painted switched on while jump starting. Lead connection order: surfaces. The fluid contains ■ Do not lean over the battery during 1. Connect the red lead to the sulphuric acid which can cause jump starting. positive terminal 1 of the booster injuries and damage in the event battery. of direct contact. ■ Do not allow the terminals of one lead to touch those of the other 2. Connect the other end of the red ■ Never expose the battery to naked lead. lead to the positive terminal 2 of flames or sparks. the discharged battery. 188 Vehicle care
3. Connect the black lead to the 4. Switch on electrical consumers Towing negative terminal 3 of the booster (e.g. headlights, heated rear battery. window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle 4. Connect the other end of the black the jump start. lead to a vehicle grounding point, 5. Operate discharged vehicle for such as the engine block 4 or an approx. 20 minutes to allow for engine mounting bolt. Connect as adequate battery recharging. far away from the discharged 6. Reverse above sequence exactly battery as possible, however at when removing leads. least 60 cm. 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 start. Remove the spoiler lip from the front 2. After 5 minutes, start the other left-hand side of the vehicle by engine. Start attempts should be unfastening the six screws located on made for no longer than the underside of the vehicle. Then 15 seconds at an interval of attach the towing eye. 1 minute. The towing eye is stowed with the 3. Allow both engines to idle for vehicle tools 3 173. approx. 3 minutes with the leads connected. Vehicle care 189
Turn key to ignition switch position Vehicles with automatic transmission: ACC and release the electrical Do not tow the vehicle using the parking brake before towing the towing eye. Towing with a tow rope vehicle. could cause severe damage to the transmission. When towing a vehicle Caution with automatic transmission, use flat bed or wheel lift equipment. Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Excessive tractive force can After towing, unscrew the towing eye damage the vehicle. and replace the spoiler lip. Store towing eye in the storage When the engine is not running, compartment below the floor cover in considerably more force is needed to Screw in the towing eye as far as it will the load compartment. brake and steer. go until it stops in a horizontal Vehicle tools 3 173. position. Keep tow rope clear of front bumper, and ensure it is securely fixed to the Attach a tow rope - or better still a tow towing eye at both ends. Pull on the rod - to the front towing eye, never to tow rope to check. the bumper or front suspension units. To prevent the entry of exhaust gases Do not tow the vehicle from the rear. from the towing vehicle, switch on the The front towing eye must only be air recirculation system 3 116 and used for towing and not recovering a vehicle. close the windows. Switch on ignition to release steering Vehicles with manual transmission: wheel lock and to permit operation of The vehicle must be towed facing brake lights, horn and windscreen forwards. The maximum speed is wiper. 88 km/h. In all other cases, and when the transmission is defective, the front Transmission in neutral. axle must be raised off the ground. 190 Vehicle care
Towing another vehicle The towing eye must only be used for Appearance care towing and not for recovering a vehicle. Exterior care Caution Locks The locks are lubricated at the factory Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. using a high quality lock cylinder Excessive tractive force can grease. Use de-icing agent only when damage the vehicle. absolutely necessary, as this has a degreasing effect and impairs lock To prevent damage, do not take up function. After using a de-icing agent, slack in the tow rope too quickly. have the locks regreased by a After towing, unscrew the rear towing workshop. eye attachment clockwise to remove, Remove the cover located on the rear and reinstall the cover. Washing bumper by pressing the lower part of The paintwork of your vehicle is the cover. exposed to environmental influences. The rear towing eye attachment is Wash and wax your vehicle regularly. stored below the floor cover in the When using automatic car washes, load compartment. select a programme that includes waxing. Screw the rear towing eye attachment anticlockwise using a suitable Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, screwdriver, until it is firmly in place pollen and the like should be cleaned and stops in a horizontal position. off immediately, as they contain aggressive constituents which can Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow cause paint damage. rod – to the rear towing eye. Vehicle care 191
If using a car wash, comply with the When cleaning with a high-pressure Paintwork polish with silicone forms a car wash manufacturer's instructions. jet cleaner, ensure a minimum protective film, making waxing The windscreen wiper and rear distance of 30 cm when working unnecessary. window wiper must be switched off. around the tailgate to prevent Plastic body parts must not be treated Remove antenna and external unintended unlocking. with wax or polishing agents. accessories such as roof racks etc. Thoroughly rinse and leather-off the If you wash your vehicle by hand, vehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Use Windows and windscreen wiper make sure that the insides of the separate leathers for painted and blades wheel housings are also thoroughly glass surfaces: remnants of wax on Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois rinsed out. the windows will impair vision. leather together with window cleaner Clean edges and folds on opened Do not use hard objects to remove and insect remover. doors and the bonnet as well as the spots of tar. Use tar removal spray on When cleaning the rear window, areas they cover. painted surfaces. make sure the heating element inside is not damaged. Exterior lights Caution For mechanical removal of ice, use a Headlight and other light covers are sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the made of plastic. Do not use any Always use a cleaning agent with scraper firmly against the glass so abrasive or caustic agents, do not use a pH value of 4 to 9. that no dirt can get under it and an ice scraper, and do not clean them Do not use cleaning agents on hot scratch the glass. dry. surfaces. Clean smearing wiper blades with a Polishing and waxing soft cloth and window cleaner. Have the door hinges of all doors Wax the vehicle regularly (at the greased by a workshop. latest when water no longer beads). Do not clean the engine compartment Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out. with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet Polishing is necessary only if the paint cleaner. has become dull or if solid deposits have become attached to it. 192 Vehicle care
Sunroof After the underbody is washed, check Interior care Never clean with solvents or abrasive the underbody and have it waxed if agents, fuels, aggressive media necessary. Interior and upholstery (e.g. paint cleaner, acetone- Bitumen/rubber materials could Only clean the vehicle interior, containing solutions etc.), acidic or damage the PVC coating. Have including the instrument panel fascia highly alkaline media or abrasive underbody work carried out by a and panelling, with a dry cloth or pads. Do not apply wax or polishing workshop. interior cleaner. agents to the sunroof. Before and after winter, wash the Clean the leather upholstery with Wheels and tyres underbody and have the protective clear water and a soft cloth. In case of wax coating checked. heavy soiling, use leather care. Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners. Towing equipment The instrument cluster and the displays should only be cleaned using Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel Do not clean the coupling ball bar with a soft damp cloth. If necessary use a cleaner. a steam-jet or high-pressure jet weak soap solution. cleaner. Rims are painted and can be treated Clean fabric upholstery with a with the same agents as the body. Rear carrier system vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove Paintwork damage Clean the rear carrier system with a stains with an upholstery cleaner. Rectify minor paintwork damage with steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner Clothing fabrics may not be a touch-up pen before rust forms. at least once a year. colourfast. This could cause visible Have more extensive damage or rust Operate the rear carrier system once discolourations, especially on light- areas repaired by a workshop. in a while if not in regular use, in coloured upholstery. Removable particular during winter. stains and discolourations should be Underbody cleaned as soon as possible. Some areas of the vehicle underbody Clean seat belts with lukewarm water have a PVC undercoating while other or interior cleaner. critical areas have a durable protective wax coating. Vehicle care 193
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. 194 Service and maintenance
General information Greenland, Hungary, Iceland, Service and Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, maintenance Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Service information Norway, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, In order to ensure economical and Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, safe vehicle operation and to Switzerland, United Kingdom. General information ...... 194 maintain the value of your vehicle, it Service display 3 81. Recommended fluids, lubricants is of vital importance that all and parts ...... 195 maintenance work is carried out at the International service intervals proper intervals as specified. The detailed, up-to-date service Main service schedule for the vehicle is available at Maintenance of your vehicle is the workshop. required every 15,000 km or 1 year, Service display 3 81. whichever occurs first, unless otherwise indicated in the service European service intervals display. The international service intervals are Main service valid for the countries which are not Maintenance of your vehicle is listed in the European service required every 30,000 km or after intervals. 1 year, whichever occurs first, unless Service display 3 81. otherwise indicated in the service display. Confirmations The European service intervals are Confirmation of service is recorded in valid for the following countries: the Service and Warranty Booklet. Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, The date and mileage is completed Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, with the stamp and signature of the Finland, France, Germany, Greece, servicing workshop. Service and maintenance 195
Make sure that the Service and Recommended fluids, ageing control, whereas viscosity Warranty Booklet is completed grade gives information on the oil's correctly as continuous proof of lubricants and parts thickness over a temperature range. service is essential if any warranty or Dexos is the newest engine oil quality goodwill claims are to be met, and is Recommended fluids and that provides optimum protection for also a benefit when selling the lubricants gasoline and diesel engines. If it is vehicle. Only use products that meet the unavailable, engine oils of other listed recommended specifications. qualities have to be used. Service interval with remaining Recommendations for gasoline engine oil life duration Damage resulting from the use of products not in line with these engines are also valid for Ethanol The service interval is based on specifications will not be covered by (E85) fuelled engines. several parameters depending on the warranty. Select the appropriate engine oil usage. based on its quality and on the The service display lets you know 9 Warning minimum ambient temperature when to change the engine oil. 3 199. Service display 3 81. Operating materials are hazardous and could be Topping up engine oil poisonous. Handle with care. Pay Engine oils of different manufacturers attention to information given on and brands can be mixed as long as the containers. they comply with the required engine oil quality and viscosity. Engine oil Use of engine oil with only Engine oil is identified by its quality ACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality is and its viscosity. Quality is more prohibited, since it can cause long- important than viscosity when term engine damage under certain selecting which engine oil to use. The operating conditions. oil quality ensures e.g. engine cleanliness, wear protection and oil 196 Service and maintenance
Select the appropriate engine oil Coolant and antifreeze Over time, brake fluid absorbs based on its quality and on the Use only silicate-free long life coolant moisture which will reduce braking minimum ambient temperature (LLC) antifreeze. Consult a effectiveness. The brake fluid should 3 199. workshop. therefore be replaced at the specified interval. Additional engine oil additives The system is factory filled with Brake fluid should be stored in a The use of additional engine oil coolant designed for excellent corrosion protection and frost sealed container to avoid water additives could cause damage and absorption. invalidate the warranty. protection down to approx. -28 °C. In northern countries with very low Ensure brake fluid does not become Engine oil viscosity temperatures the factory filled coolant contaminated. The SAE viscosity grade gives provides frost protection down to information of the thickness of the oil. approx. -37°C. This concentration should be maintained all year round. Multigrade oil is indicated by two The use of additional coolant figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The first additives that intend to give additional figure, followed by a W, indicates the corrosion protection or seal against low temperature viscosity and the minor leaks can cause function second figure the high temperature problems. Liability for consequences viscosity. resulting from the use of additional Select the appropriate viscosity grade coolant additives will be rejected. depending on the minimum ambient temperature 3 199. Brake and clutch fluid All of the recommended viscosity Only use high-performance DOT4+ grades are suitable for high ambient brake fluid approved for the vehicle. temperatures. Consult a workshop. Technical data 197
Technical data Vehicle identification Vehicle Identification Vehicle identification ...... 197 Number Vehicle data ...... 199
The Vehicle Identification Number is also engraved on the top right-hand side of the bulkhead near the centre of the engine firewall.
The Vehicle Identification Number is visible through the windscreen. 198 Technical data
Identification plate Information on identification label: Specifications in the vehicle 1 = Manufacturer documents always have priority over 2 = Type approval number those given in this manual. 3 = Vehicle Identification Number 4 = Permissible gross vehicle Engine identification weight rating in kg 5 = Permissible gross train weight The technical data tables show the in kg engine identifier code. Engine data 3 6 = Maximum permissible front axle 202. load in kg To identify the respective engine, 7 = Maximum permissible rear axle refer to the engine power in the EEC load in kg Certificate of Conformity provided 8 = Vehicle-specific or country- with your vehicle or other national specific data registration documents. The identification label is located on The combined total of front and rear the front left door frame. axle loads must not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight. For example, if the front axle is bearing its maximum permissible load, the rear axle can only bear a load that is equal to the gross vehicle weight minus the front axle load. The technical data is determined in accordance with European Community standards. We reserve the right to make modifications. Technical data 199
Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey) Only Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including E85) (including E85) dexos 1 – – ✔ – dexos 2 ✔ ✔ – ✔
In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use max. 1 litre engine oil quality ACEA C3 once between each oil change. Engine oil viscosity grades All European countries and Israel (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey) Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 below -25 °C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40 200 Technical data
International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including E85) (including E85) dexos 1 ✔ – – – dexos 2 – ✔ ✔ ✔
In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below: All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including E85) (including E85) GM-LL-A-025 ✔ – ✔ – GM-LL-B-025 – ✔ – ✔ Technical data 201
All countries outside Europe except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines Petrol engines Diesel engines (including E85) (including E85) ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ API SM ✔ – ✔ – API SN resource conserving ✔ – ✔ –
Engine oil viscosity grades All countries outside Europe (except Israel), including Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines down to -25 °C SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 below -25 °C SAE 0W-30 or SAE 0W-40 down to -20 °C SAE 10W-301) or SAE 10W-401)
1) Permitted, but usage of SAE 5W-30 or SAE 5W-40 with dexos quality is recommended. 202 Technical data
Engine data Sales designation 2.4 3.0 V6 2.2 CDTI 2.2 CDTI Engine identifier code A 24 XF A 30 XF A 22 DM A 22 DMH Number of cylinders 4 6 4 4 Piston displacement [cm3] 2384 2997 2231 2231 Engine power [kW] 123 190 120 135 at rpm 5600 6900 3800 3800 Torque [Nm] 217 287 350 400 at rpm 4500 5400 2000 2000 Fuel type Petrol Petrol Diesel Diesel Cetane requirement [CN] – – 49 (D) 49 (D) Octane rating [RON] recommended2) 95 95 – – possible 98 98 – – 913) 913) Additional fuel type E85 E85 – – Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6
2) Use unleaded Premium fuel only for the following countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Moldova. 3) Use of 91 RON fuel reduces power and torque. If no unleaded Premium fuel is available, 91 RON can be used, taking care to avoid high engine load or full load as well as driving in mountainous terrain with a trailer load or high payload. Technical data 203
Performance All-wheel drive Engine A 24 XF A 30 XF A 22 DM A 22 DMH Maximum speed4) [km/h] Manual transmission 186 – 188 200 Automatic transmission 175 198 182 191
4) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
Front-wheel drive Engine A 24 XF A 30 XF A 22 DM A 22 DMH Maximum speed4) [km/h] Manual transmission 190 – 189 – Automatic transmission – – 184 –
4) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle. 204 Technical data
Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Manual transmission / Automatic transmission. Engine All-wheel drive Front-wheel drive A 24 XF 1825-1885 / 1845-1905 1750-1810 / - A 30 XF - / 1875-1935 - / - A 22 DM 1911-1971 / 1936-1996 1836-1896 / 1861-1921 A 22 DMH 1911-1971 / 1936-1996 - / -
Vehicle dimensions Length [mm] 4596 Width [mm] 1850 Height with roof rails [mm] 1761 Height without roof rails [mm] 1717 Wheelbase [mm] 2707 Track width [mm] 1569 Front Rear 1576 Technical data 205
Turning circle diameter, wall to wall [m] 12.78 Turning circle diameter, kerb to kerb [m] 11.87 Maximum wading depth [mm] 450 (at 5 km/h) Approach angle 20° Ramp angle 18° Departure angle 24° 206 Technical data
Capacities Engine oil Engine A 24 XF A 30 XF A 22 DM A 22 DMH including filter [l] 4.7 5.7 5.6 5.6 between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, nominal capacity [l] 65 Technical data 207
Tyre pressures Up to full load Up to full load ECO Trailer towing Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) All 215/70 R 165), 240/2.4 (35) 240/2.4 (35) 260/2.6 (38) 260/2.6 (38) 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) 235/65 R 17, 235/55 R 18, 235/50 R 19 T 155/90 R 166) 420/4.2 (60) 420/4.2 (60) – – 420/4.2 (60) 420/4.2 (60) (Temporary spare)
5) Spare wheel or winter tyres. 6) Spare wheel only. 208 Customer information
Customer information Customer information Vehicle data recording and privacy Declaration of conformity Customer information ...... 208 This vehicle has systems that Event data recorders transmit and/or receive radio waves Vehicle data recording and pri‐ subject to Directive 1999/5/EC. Data storage modules in the vacy ...... 208 These systems are in compliance vehicle with the essential requirements and A large number of electronic other relevant provisions of components of your vehicle contain Directive 1999/5/EC. Copies of the data storage modules temporarily or original Declarations of Conformity permanently storing technical data can be obtained on our website. about the condition of the vehicle, events and errors. In general, this technical information documents the condition of parts, modules, systems or the environment: ■ Operating conditions of system components (e.g. filling levels) ■ Status messages of the vehicle and its single components (e.g. number of wheel revolutions / rotational speed, deceleration, lateral acceleration) ■ Dysfunctions and defects in important system components Customer information 209
■ Vehicle reactions in particular When using the vehicle, situations Radio Frequency driving situations (e.g. inflation of may occur in which these technical an airbag, activation of the stability data related to other information Identification (RFID) regulation system) (accident report, damages on the RFID technology is used in some ■ Environmental conditions (e.g. vehicle, witness statements etc.) may vehicles for functions such as tyre temperature) be associated with a specific person - pressure monitoring and ignition possibly with the assistance of an system security. It is also used in These data are exclusively technical expert. connection with conveniences such and help identifying and correcting as radio remote controls for door errors as well as optimizing vehicle Additional functions contractually locking/unlocking and starting, and in- functions. agreed upon with the client (e.g. vehicle location in emergency cases) vehicle transmitters for garage door Motion profiles indicating travelled allow the transmission of particular openers. RFID technology in Opel routes cannot be created with these vehicle data from the vehicle. vehicles does not use or record data. personal information or link with any If services are used (e.g. repair other Opel system containing works, service processes, warranty personal information. cases, quality assurance), employees of the service network (manufacturer included) are able to read out this technical information from the event and error data storage modules applying special diagnostic devices. If required, you will receive further information at these workshops. After an error has been corrected, the data are deleted from the error storage module or they are constantly overwritten. 210
A Automatic light control ...... 106 Index Accessories and vehicle Automatic transmission...... 85, 129 modifications ...... 151 AUX input...... 58 Accessory sockets...... 78 Active head restraints...... 34, 35 B Adjustable air vents ...... 120 Battery...... 84 Airbag and belt tensioners ...... 84 Battery discharge protection ...... 114 Airbag deactivation ...... 49 Battery, jump starting...... 187 Airbag label...... 44 Belt pretensioners...... 41 Airbag system ...... 44 Belts...... 41 Air conditioning regular Bicycle rack...... 58 operation ...... 121 Board-Info-Display ...... 92 Air conditioning system ...... 116 Bonnet ...... 153 Air intake ...... 121 Bonnet open...... 91 Air vents...... 120 Brake and clutch fluid...... 195 All wheel drive ...... 86, 134 Brake assist ...... 138 Antilock brake system ...... 136 Brake fluid ...... 156 Antilock brake system (ABS) ...... 86 Brakes ...... 136, 156 Anti-theft alarm system ...... 24, 91 Brake system ...... 85 Anti-theft locking system ...... 24 Breakdown...... 188 Appearance care...... 190 Bulb replacement ...... 160 Apply footbrake ...... 90 C Armrest...... 40 Capacities ...... 206 Armrest storage ...... 58 Card holder...... 57 Automatic anti-dazzle ...... 29 Car Pass ...... 19 Automatic dimming ...... 29 Catalytic converter...... 85, 129 Automatic headlight levelling CD tray...... 57 system ...... 90 Central locking system ...... 21 Automatic level control...... 107, 140 Centre console storage ...... 58 211
Centre high-mounted brake D Engine coolant temperature ...... 88 light...... 110, 165 Danger, Warnings and Cautions ...3 Engine data ...... 202 Change engine oil ...... 89 Daytime running lights ...... 108 Engine exhaust ...... 128 Changing tyre and wheel size ...178 Declaration of conformity...... 208 Engine identification...... 198 Charging system ...... 84 Descent control system ...... 87, 139 Engine oil ...... 153, 195, 199 Check control...... 100 Diesel fuel filter ...... 159 Engine oil life monitor...... 89 Child locks ...... 22 Diesel fuel system bleeding ...... 159 Engine oil pressure ...... 88 Child restraint installation Diesel particle filter...... 85, 88, 128 Entry lighting ...... 113 locations ...... 52 Door open ...... 91 Event data recorders...... 208 Child restraints...... 51 Doors...... 23 Exhaust gases...... 128 Child restraint systems ...... 51 Drain fuel filter ...... 90 Exit lighting ...... 113 Cleaning the vehicle...... 190 Drink holders...... 56 Exterior care ...... 190 Climate control ...... 15 Driver assistance systems...... 141 Exterior lighting ...... 13, 106 Climate control systems...... 115 Driving characteristics and Exterior mirrors...... 27 Clock ...... 77 towing tips ...... 147 Clutch fluid...... 157 Driving hints...... 123 F Coin storage...... 57 Fault ...... 132 Console box...... 58 E Fire extinguisher...... 70 Console net...... 57 Electric adjustment ...... 27 First aid kit ...... 70 Control indicators...... 81 Electrical parking brake...... 86, 137 Fixed air vents ...... 121 Control of the vehicle ...... 123 Electrical parking brake fault...... 86 Flex-Fix system...... 58 Controls...... 73 Electrical system...... 166 Fog light ...... 90 Controls in steering wheel...... 73 Electronic climate control system 117 Fog lights...... 109, 110, 163 Convex shape ...... 27 Electronic driving programmes ..131 Folding mirrors ...... 28 Coolant and antifreeze...... 195 Electronic Stability Control ..87, 138 Front airbag system ...... 47 Coupling ball bar...... 148 Electronic Stability Control off...... 88 Front fog lights ...... 109 Cruise control ...... 91, 141 End-of-life vehicle recovery ...... 152 Front passenger seat undertray...58 Cupholders ...... 56 Engine compartment fuse box ... 167 Front seats...... 35 Curtain airbag system ...... 49 Engine coolant ...... 154 Front storage...... 57 Fuel...... 144 212
Fuel consumption - CO2- Heating and ventilation system . 115 K Emissions ...... 146 High beam ...... 90, 107 Kerb weight...... 71, 204 Fuel economy mode...... 89 Hill start assist ...... 138 Keys ...... 19 Fuel filler cap...... 85 Horn ...... 14, 74 Keys, locks...... 19 Fuel for diesel engines ...... 145 Kickdown...... 131 Fuel for petrol engines ...... 144 I Fuel gauge ...... 81 Identification plate ...... 198 L Fuses ...... 166 Ignition switch positions ...... 124 Lashing eyes ...... 70 Immobiliser ...... 27, 90 Light covers, misted...... 110 G Indicators...... 80 Lighting...... 106 Gauges...... 80 Information displays...... 92 Lighting features...... 113 General information ...... 147 Instrument cluster ...... 80 Light switch ...... 106 Glovebox ...... 56 Instrument panel fuse box ...... 170 Load compartment ...... 23, 68 Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Instrument panel illumination ..... 166 Load compartment cover ...... 68 Info-Display ...... 94 Instrument panel illumination Load compartment lighting...... 112 control ...... 111 Load compartment storage...... 68 H Instrument panel overview ...... 10 Loading information ...... 71 Halogen headlights ...... 161 Interior care ...... 192 Low engine oil level ...... 89 Hand brake...... 137 Interior lighting...... 111 Low fuel ...... 90 Hazard warning flashers ...... 108 Interior lights ...... 111, 165 Headlight flash ...... 107 Interior mirrors...... 29 M Headlight range adjustment ...... 107 Interruption of power supply ...... 132 Malfunction indicator light ...... 85 Headlights...... 106, 107, 160 Introduction ...... 3 Manual anti-dazzle ...... 29 Headlights when driving abroad 108 ISOFIX child restraint systems .... 55 Manual mode ...... 131 Headlight washer...... 74 Manual transmission ...... 133 Head restraint adjustment ...... 8 J Mirror adjustment ...... 9 Head restraints ...... 34 Jump starting ...... 187 Mirrors...... 27, 29 Heated mirrors ...... 28 Misted light covers ...... 110 Heated rear window ...... 31 Heating ...... 39 213
N R Seat heating...... 39 New vehicle running-in ...... 123 Radio Frequency Identification Seat position ...... 35 Number plate light ...... 165 (RFID)...... 209 Selector lever ...... 130 Radio remote control ...... 19 Service ...... 121, 194 O Rain sensor...... 74 Service display ...... 81, 89 Object detection systems...... 142 Reading lights ...... 112 Service information ...... 194 Octane rating...... 202 Rear carrier system...... 58 Service vehicle soon ...... 85 Odometer ...... 80 Rear floor storage cover ...... 69 Side airbag system ...... 48 Oil...... 153 Rear fog light ...... 91 Sidelights...... 106 Oil, engine...... 195, 199 Rear fog lights ...... 110 Side turn signal lights ...... 164 Oil life monitor...... 89 Rear seats ...... 39, 40 Spare wheel ...... 185 Outside temperature ...... 76 Rear window wiper/washer ...... 76 Speedometer ...... 80 Overrun cut-off ...... 125 Recommended fluids and Speed warning...... 91 P lubricants ...... 195, 199 Starting and operating...... 123 Starting off ...... 17 Parking ...... 18, 127 Reduced engine power...... 90 Starting the engine ...... 124 Parking assist ...... 142 Refuelling ...... 145 Steering wheel adjustment ...... 9, 73 Parking brake...... 86, 137 Remote control...... 19 Steering wheel controls ...... 73 Parking lights ...... 110 Reversing lights ...... 110 Stop-start system...... 125 Particulate filter...... 128 Roof...... 32 Storage...... 56 Performance ...... 203 Roof load...... 71 Storage compartments...... 56 Performing work ...... 152 Roof rack ...... 71 Sunglasses storage ...... 57 Pollen filter ...... 121 S Sunroof ...... 32 Power outlets...... 58, 78 Safety belts...... 41 Sunvisor lights ...... 113 Power seat adjustment...... 38 Seat adjustment ...... 6, 36 Sun visors ...... 32 Power steering...... 87 Seat belt ...... 8 Symbols ...... 4 Power steering fluid...... 155 Seat belt reminder...... 42, 84 Power windows ...... 30 Seat belts ...... 41 T Preheating ...... 88 Seat folding ...... 37 Tachometer ...... 80 Puncture...... 182 Tailgate...... 23 214
Tailgate open ...... 91 Tyre pressure ...... 100, 176 W Tail lights ...... 164 Tyre pressure monitoring Warning chimes ...... 99 Technical data...... 202 system...... 100, 176 Warning lights...... 80 Three-point seat belt ...... 42 Tyre pressures ...... 207 Warning triangle ...... 70 Tools ...... 173 Tyre repair kit ...... 179 Washer and wiper systems ...... 14 Top-tether fastening eyes ...... 55 Tyres and wheel size, changing. 178 Washer fluid ...... 156 Tow bar...... 147 Washing the vehicle...... 190 Towing...... 147, 188 U Welcome lighting...... 113 Towing another vehicle ...... 190 Ultrasonic parking assist ...... 87, 142 Wheel changing ...... 182 Towing a trailer...... 147 Underseat storage ...... 58 Wheel covers ...... 179 Towing equipment ...... 148 Upholstery, cleaning...... 192 Wheels and tyres ...... 175 Towing the vehicle ...... 188 Upshift...... 86 Windows...... 30 Trailer coupling...... 147 Using this manual ...... 3 Windscreen...... 30 Trailer indicator ...... 91 V Windscreen wiper/washer ...... 74 Trailer stability assist ...... 150 Vehicle battery ...... 157 Winter tyres ...... 175 Trailer towing ...... 147 Vehicle checks...... 152 Wiper blade replacement ...... 160 Transmission ...... 16 Vehicle data...... 199 Transmission display ...... 81, 129 X Vehicle data recording and Xenon headlights ...... 162 Tread depth ...... 178 privacy...... 208 Trip computer in Board-Info- Vehicle dimensions ...... 204 Display ...... 101 Vehicle Identification Number .... 197 Trip computer in Graphic-Info- Vehicle jack...... 173 Display or Colour-Info-Display 102 Vehicle security...... 24 Trip odometer ...... 80 Vehicle specific data ...... 3 Turn and lane-change signals ... 109 Vehicle storage...... 151 Turn signal ...... 84 Vehicle tools...... 173 Tyre chains ...... 179 Vehicle unlocking ...... 6 Tyre changing...... 182 Vehicle weight ...... 204 Tyre designations ...... 175 Ventilation...... 115 Copyright by ADAM OPEL AG, Rüsselsheim, Germany. The information contained in this publication is effective as of the date indicated below. Adam Opel AG reserves the right to make changes to the technical specifications, features and design of the vehicles relative to the information in this publication as well as changes to the publication itself. Edition: November 2013, ADAM OPEL AG, Rüsselsheim. Printed on chlorine-free bleached paper. KTA-2648/8-en 11/2013
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