Opel Astra Owners Handbook Kta-2685

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Introduction ....................................

In brief ............................................

Keys, doors and windows ............ 2

Seats, restraints ........................... 3

Storage ........................................ 5

Instruments and controls .......... ... 9

Lighting ...................................... 13

Climate control ........................... 14

Driving and operating ................. 15

Vehicle care ............................... 21

Service and maintenance ........ .. 27

Technical data ........................... 27Customer information ................ 31

Index .......................................... 32

Contents



2 Introduction

Introduction



Introduction

Vehicle specific data

Please enter your vehicle's data onthe previous page to keep it easilyaccessible. This information is

available in the sections "Service andmaintenance" and "Technical data"as well as on the identification plate.

Introduction

Your vehicle is a designedcombination of advanced technology,safety, environmental friendlinessand economy.

This Owner's Manual provides youwith all the necessary information toenable you to drive your vehiclesafely and efficiently.

Make sure your passengers areaware of the possible risk of accidentand injury which may result fromimproper use of the vehicle.

You must always comply with thespecific laws and regulations of thecountry that you are in. These lawsmay differ from the information in thisOwner's Manual.

When this Owner's Manual refers to aworkshop visit, we recommend your Opel Service Partner. For gasvehicles we recommend an OpelRepairer authorised for servicing gasvehicles.All Opel Service Partners providefirst-class service at reasonableprices. Experienced mechanicstrained by Opel work according tospecific Opel instructions.

The customer literature pack shouldalways be kept ready to hand in thevehicle.

Using this manual

■ This manual describes all optionsand features available for thismodel. Certain descriptions,

including those for display and

menu functions, may not apply to

your vehicle due to model variant,

country specifications, special

equipment or accessories.

■ The "In brief" section will give youan initial overview.

■ The table of contents at thebeginning of this manual and withieach section shows where theinformation is located.

■ The index will enable you to searcfor specific information.

■ This Owner's Manual depicts left-hand drive vehicles. Operation issimilar for right-hand drive vehicles

■ The Owner's Manual uses thefactory engine designations. Thecorresponding sales designationscan be found in the section

"Technical data".■ Directional data, e.g. left or right, o

front or back, always relate to thedirection of travel.

■ The vehicle display screens maynot support your specific language

■ Display messages and interior labelling are written in bold letters



4 Introduction

Danger, Warnings and

Cautions

Danger

Text marked 9 Danger providesinformation on risk of fatal injury.Disregarding this information mayendanger life.

Warning

Text marked 9 Warning providesinformation on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding thisinformation may lead to injury.

Caution

Text marked Caution providesinformation on possible damage to

the vehicle. Disregarding thisinformation may lead to vehicledamage.

Symbols

Page references are indicated with 3.3 means "see page".

We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving.Adam Opel AG



Introduction



6 In brief

In brief

Initial drive information

Vehicle unlocking

Press button c to unlock the doorsand load compartment. Open thedoors by pulling the handles.

5-door hatchback, Sports tourer

To open the tailgate, push thetouchpad switch below the emblem.



In brief

3-door hatchback

To open the tailgate, push the brandemblem at the bottom half.

Press buttonx on remote control tounlock and open the tailgate while thedoors remain locked.

4-door notchback

Press buttonx on the remotecontrol for at least 2 seconds, the bootlid opens slightly.

Radio remote control 3 22, Centrallocking system 3 24, Loadcompartment 3 27.

Seat adjustment

Seat positioning

Pull handle, slide seat, releasehandle.

Seat position 3 41, Seat adjustment3 41.

Danger

Do not sit nearer than 25 cm fromthe steering wheel, to permit safeairbag deployment.



8 In brief

Seat backrests

Pull lever, adjust inclination andrelease lever. Allow the seat toengage audibly.

Seat position 3 41, Seat adjustment3 41, Seat folding 3 44.

Seat height

Lever pumping motionup = seat higher down = seat lower


Seat inclination

Lever pumping motionup = front end higher down = front end lower




In brief

Head restraint adjustment

Press release button, adjust height,engage.

Head restraints 3 39.

Seat belt

Pull out the seat belt and engage inbelt buckle. The seat belt must not betwisted and must fit close against thebody. The backrest must not be tiltedback too far (maximum approx. 25 °).

To release belt, press red button onbelt buckle.

Seat position 3 41, Seat belts3 46, Airbag system 3 49.

Mirror adjustment

Interior mirror

To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever othe underside of the mirror housing.

Interior mirror 3 33, Automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror 3 33.



10 In brief

Exterior mirrors

Select the relevant exterior mirror andadjust it.

Convex exterior mirrors 3 32,Electric adjustment 3 32, Foldingexterior mirrors 3 32, Heatedexterior mirrors 3 33.

Steering wheel adjustment

Unlock the lever, adjust the steeringwheel, then engage the lever andensure it is fully locked.

Do not adjust the steering wheelunless the vehicle is stationary andthe steering wheel lock has beenreleased.

Airbag system 3 49, Ignitionpositions 3 156.



In brief 1

Instrument panel overview



12 In brief

1 Power windows ..................... 34

2 Exterior mirrors ..................... 32

3 Cruise control ..................... 174

Speed limiter ....................... 175

Adaptive cruise control .... ... 176

Forward collision alert ......... 183

4 Side air vents ...................... 153

5 Turn and lane-changesignals, headlight flash,low beam and high beam,high beam assist ................. 141

Exit lighting ......................... 145

Parking lights ...................... 142

Buttons for Driver Information Centre .............. 115

6 Instruments ........................ 104

7 Steering wheel controls ... ... . 97

8 Driver Information Centre .... 115

9 Windscreen wiper,windscreen washer system, headlight washer system, rear wiper, rear washer system ...................... 99

10 Sport mode ........................ 171

Central locking system .......... 24

Fuel selector ....................... 105

Hazard warning flashers .. .. 141Control indicator for airbagdeactivation ........................ 109

Control indicator for frontpassenger seat belt . ...... .... 109

Tour mode .......................... 171

11 Info-Display ........................ 120

12 Anti-theft alarm systemstatus LED ........................... 29

13 Centre air vents .................. 153

14 Glovebox .............................. 58

15 Traction Control system ..... 169

Electronic Stability Control . 170

Parking assist ..................... 189

Advanced parking assist ..... 191Lane departure warning ..... 202

Eco button for stop/startsystem ................................. 158

Unlock button for boot lid .... .. 27

16 Climate control system ........ 147

17 AUX input, USB input, SDcard slot ................................ 11

18 Power outlet ........................ 103

19 Selector lever, manualtransmission ....................... 165

Automatic transmission ...... 162

20 Electrical parking brake ... ... 167

21 Ignition switch withsteering wheel lock ............ 156

22 Horn ..................................... 98

Driver airbag ........................ 49

23 Bonnet release lever .......... 217

24 Storage compartment,fuse box ............................. 244

25 Steering wheel adjustment . . 97

26 Light switch ........................ 134

Headlight rangeadjustment ......................... 136

Front fog lights ................... 141



In brief 1

Rear fog light ...................... 142

Instrument illumination ....... 143



14 In brief



In brief 1

Exterior lighting

Turn light switch:7 = lights off 8 = sidelights9 = low beam

Automatic light control

AUTO = automatic light control:exterior lighting is switchedon and off automatically

m = activation or deactivationof the automatic lightcontrol

8 = sidelights9 = low beam

Fog lights

Press light switch:> = front fog lights

r = rear fog light

Lighting 3 134.

Headlight flash, high beam and

low beam

headlight flash = pull lever high beam = push lever low beam = push or pull lever

Automatic light control 3 135, Highbeam 3 135, Headlight flash 3 136,Adaptive forward lighting 3 137.



16 In brief

Turn and lane-change signals

lever up = right turn signallever down = left turn signal

Turn and lane-change signals3 141, Parking lights 3 142.

Hazard warning flashers

Operated with the ¨ button.Hazard warning flashers 3 141.

Horn

Press j.



In brief 1

Washer and wiper systems

Windscreen wiper

2 = fast1 = slowP = interval wiping or automatic

wiping with rain sensor § = off

For a single wipe when thewindscreen wiper is off, press the

lever down.Windscreen wiper 3 99, Wiper blade replacement 3 222.

Windscreen and headlight

washer

Pull lever.

Windscreen and headlight washer system 3 99, Washer fluid 3 219.

Rear window wiper

Press the rocker switch to activate threar window wiper:

upper switch = continuousoperation

lower switch = intermittentoperation

middleposition

= off



18 In brief

Rear window washer

Push lever.Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a fewtimes.

Rear window wiper/washer 3 101.

Climate control

Heated rear window, heated

exterior mirrors

The heating is operated by pressingthe Ü button.

Heated rear window 3 36.

Demisting and defrosting the

windows

Press button V.

Set the temperature control to thehighest level.

Cooling n on.

Heated rear window Ü on.

Climate control system 3 147.



In brief 1

Transmission

Manual transmission

Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,wait 3 seconds after depressingclutch pedal and then press therelease button on the selector lever and engage the gear.

If the gear does not engage, set thelever to neutral, release the clutch

pedal and depress again; then repeatgear selection.

Manual transmission 3 165.

Automatic transmission

P = parkR = reverseN = neutralD = drive

Manual mode: move selector lever from D to the left.

< = higher gear ] = lower gear

The selector lever can only be movedout of P when the ignition is on andthe brake pedal is applied. To engageP or R, press the release button.

Automatic transmission 3 162.

Starting off

Check before starting off

■ Tyre pressure and condition3 2493 303.

■ Engine oil level and fluid levels3 217.

■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are frefrom dirt, snow and ice and areoperational.

■ Proper position of mirrors, seats,and seat belts 3 32, 3 41,

3 47.■ Brake function at low speed,

particularly if the brakes are wet.



20 In brief

Starting the engine

■ Turn key to position 1

■ move the steering wheel slightly torelease the steering wheel lock

■ operate clutch and brake

■ automatic transmission in P or N

■ do not operate accelerator pedal

■ diesel engines: turn the key toposition 2 for preheating and wait

until control indicator !extinguishes

■ turn key to position 3 and release

Starting the engine 3 156.

Stop-start system

If the vehicle is at a low speed or at astandstill and certain conditions arefulfilled, activate an Autostop asfollows:

■ Depress the clutch pedal

■ set the lever in neutral

■ release the clutch pedal

An Autostop is indicated by theneedle at the AUTOSTOP position inthe tachometer.

To restart the engine, depress theclutch pedal again.

Stop-start system 3 158.

Parking

■ Always apply the parking brake.Activate the manual parking brakewithout pressing the release button.

Apply as firmly as possible on adownhill slope or uphill slope.Depress foot brake at the sametime to reduce operating force.

For vehicles with electrical parkingbrake, pull switch m for approx.one second.

■ Switch off the engine. Turn theignition key to position 0 and

remove it. Turn the steering wheeluntil the steering wheel lock is feltto engage.

For vehicles with automatictransmission, the key can only beremoved when the selector lever isin the P position.

■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage first gear or set

the selector lever to P beforeswitching off the ignition. On anuphill slope, turn the front wheelsaway from the kerb.



In brief 2

If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,engage reverse gear or set theselector lever to P before switchingoff the ignition. Turn the frontwheels towards the ker b.

■ Lock the vehicle with button e onthe radio remote control.

Activate the anti-theft alarm system3 29.

■ Do not park the vehicle on an easilyignitable surface. The hightemperature of the exhaust systemcould ignite the surface.

■ Close the windows and the sunroof.■ The engine cooling fans may runafter the engine has been switchedoff 3 216.

■ After running at high engine speedsor with high engine loads, operatethe engine briefly at a low load or run in neutral for approx. 30 seconds before

switching off, in order to protect theturbocharger.

Keys, locks 3 22, Laying the vehicleup for a long period of time 3 215.



22 Keys, doors and windows

Keys, doors and

windows

Keys, locks ................................... 22

Doors ........................................... 27

Vehicle security ............................ 29

Exterior mirrors ............................ 32

Interior mirrors ............................. 33

Windows ...................................... 34

Roof ............................................. 37

Keys, locks

Keys

Replacement keys

The key number is specified in theCar Pass or on a detachable tag.

The key number must be quotedwhen ordering replacement keys as itis a component of the immobiliser system.

Locks 3 269.

Key with foldaway key section

Press button to extend. To fold thekey, first press the button.

Car Pass

The Car Pass contains securityrelated vehicle data and shouldtherefore be kept in a safe place.

When the vehicle is taken to aworkshop, this vehicle data is neededin order to perform certain operations.

Radio remote control



Keys, doors and windows 2

Used to operate:

■ Central locking system

■ Anti-theft locking system

■ Anti-theft alarm system

■ Power windows■ Sunroof

The radio remote control has anapproximate range of up to20 metres. It can be restricted byexternal influences. The hazardwarning flashers confirm operation.

Handle with care, protect frommoisture and high temperatures andavoid unnecessary operation.

Fault

If the central locking system cannotbe operated with the radio remotecontrol, it may be due to the following:

■ Range exceeded

■ Battery voltage too low

■ Frequent, repeated operation of theradio remote control while not inrange, which will require re-synchronisation

■ Overload of the central lockingsystem by operating at frequentintervals, the power supply isinterrupted for a short time

■ Interference from higher-power

radio waves from other sourcesUnlocking 3 24.

Basic settings

Some settings can be changed in themenu Settings in the Info-Display.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

Radio remote control battery

replacement

Replace the battery as soon as therange reduces.

Batteries do not belong in householdwaste. They must be disposed of atan appropriate recycling collectionpoint.

Key with foldaway key section

Extend the key and open the unit.Replace the battery (battery typeCR 2032), paying attention to theinstallation position. Close the unitand synchronise.

Radio remote control

synchronisation

After replacing the battery, unlock thdoor with the key in the driver's doorlock. The radio remote control will bsynchronised when you switch on thignition.




Memorised settings

Whenever the key is removed fromthe ignition switch, the followingsettings are automatically memorisedby the key:

■ Lighting

■ Infotainment system

■ Central locking system

■ Sport mode settings

■ Comfort settings

The saved settings are automaticallyused the next time the memorised key

is inserted into the ignition switch andturned to position 1 3 156.

A precondition is that Personalization

by driver is activated in the personalsettings of the Graphic-Info-Display.This must be set for each key used.On vehicles equipped withColour-Info-Display, thepersonalisation is permanently

activated.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

Central locking system

Unlocks and locks doors, loadcompartment and fuel filler flap.

A pull on an interior door handle

unlocks the respective door. Pullingthe handle once more opens the door.

Note

In the event of an accident in whichairbags or belt pretensioners aredeployed, the vehicle isautomatically unlocked.

Note

A short time after unlocking with the

remote control the doors are lockedautomatically if no door has beenopened.

Unlocking

Press button c.Two settings are selectable:

■ To unlock only the driver's door,load compartment and fuel filler flap, press button c once. To unlockall doors, press button c twice

or

■ press button c once to unlock alldoors, load compartment and fuelfiller flap

The setting can be changed in themenu Settings in the Info-Display.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.




The setting can be saved for the keybeing used. Memorised settings3 24.

Unlocking and opening the tailgate3 27.

Locking

Close doors, load compartment andfuel filler flap.

Press button e.

If the driver's door is not closedproperly, the central locking systemwill not work.

Central locking buttons

Locks or unlocks all doors, the loadcompartment and fuel filler flap frominside the passenger compartment.

Press the e button to lock.

Press the c button to unlock.

Fault in radio remote control

system

Unlocking

Manually unlock the driver's door byturning the key in the lock. Switch onthe ignition and press the centrallocking button c to unlock the other doors, load compartment and fuelfiller flap. By switching on the ignitionthe anti-theft locking system is

deactivated.

Locking

Manually lock the driver's door byturning the key in the lock.




Fault in central locking system

Unlocking

Manually unlock the driver's door byturning the key in the lock. The other

doors can be opened by pulling theinterior handle twice. The loadcompartment and fuel filler flapcannot be opened. To deactivate theanti-theft locking system, switch onthe ignition 3 29.

Locking

Push inside locking knob of all doorsexcept driver's door. Then close the

driver's door and lock it from theoutside with the key. The fuel filler flapand tailgate cannot be locked.

Automatic locking

This security feature can beconfigured to automatically lock alldoors, load compartment and fuel

filler flap as soon as a certain speedis exceeded.

Additionally it is configurable tounlock the driver's door or all doorsafter the ignition is switched off and

the ignition key is removed (manualtransmission) or the selector lever ismoved to P position (automatictransmission).

Settings can be changed in the menu

Settings in the Info-Display. Vehiclepersonalisation 3 128.

The settings can be saved for the keybeing used 3 24.

Child locks

Warning

Use the child locks whenever children are occupying the rear seats.

Using a key or suitable screwdriver,turn the child lock in the rear door tothe horizontal position. The door cannot be opened from the inside. For deactivation turn the child lock to thevertical position.




Doors

Load compartment

Tailgate

Opening

5-door hatchback

After unlocking, push the touchpadswitch below the emblem and openthe tailgate.

3-door hatchback

Press buttonx on radio remotecontrol or push the brand emblem atthe bottom half to unlock and open thetailgate.

Pressing buttonx opens thetailgate even if the doors are locked

Sports tourer

After unlocking, push the touchpadswitch under the tailgate mouldingand open the tailgate.

Central locking system 3 24.




4-door notchback

To unlock the boot lid, press buttonx on the remote control for at least2 seconds, or, to open from the inside,press buttonx in the centreconsole, the boot lid is openedslightly.

With the doors centrally locked, theboot lid cannot be opened with button

x in the centre console.

Closing

Use one of the interior handles.

Do not push the touchpad switch or the emblem whilst closing as this willunlock the tailgate again.

Central locking system 3 24.




General hints for operating

tailgate

Warning

Do not drive with the tailgate openor ajar, e.g. when transportingbulky objects, since toxic exhaustgases, which can not be seen or smelled, could enter the vehicle.This can cause unconsciousnessand even death.

Caution

Before opening the tailgate checkoverhead obstructions, such as agarage door, to avoid damage tothe tailgate. Always check themoving area above and behind thetailgate.

Note

The installation of certain heavyaccessories onto the tailgate mayaffect its ability to remain open.

Vehicle security

Anti-theft locking system

Warning

Do not use the system if there arepeople in the vehicle! The doorscannot be unlocked from theinside.

The system deadlocks all the doors.All doors must be closed otherwisethe system cannot be activated.

If the ignition was on, the driver's door must be opened and closed once sothat the vehicle can be secured.

Unlocking the vehicle disables themechanical anti-theft locking system.This is not possible with the centrallocking button.

Activating

Press e on the radio remote controltwice within 15 seconds.

Anti-theft alarm system

The anti-theft alarm system iscombined with the anti-theft lockingsystem.

It monitors:

■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet■ Passenger compartment includingadjoining load compartment

■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raise

■ Ignition




Activation

■ Self-activated 30 seconds after locking the vehicle (initialisation of the system)

■ Directly by pressing e on the radio

remote control once more after locking

Note

Changes to the vehicle interior suchas the use of seat covers, and openwindows or sunroof, could impair thefunction of passenger compartmentmonitoring.

Activation without monitoring of

passenger compartment and

vehicle inclination

Switch off the monitoring of passenger compartment and vehicleinclination when animals are beingleft in the vehicle, because of highvolume ultrasonic signals or movements triggering the alarm. Alsoswitch off when the vehicle is on aferry or train.

1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windowsand sunroof.

2. Press button o. LED in thebutton o illuminates for amaximum of 10 minutes.

3. Close doors.4. Activate the anti-theft alarm

system.

Status message is displayed in theDriver Information Centre.

Status LED

Status LED is integrated in the sensor on top of the instrument panel.




Status during the first 30 seconds of anti-theft alarm system activation:

LEDilluminates

= test, arming delay.

LED flashes

quickly

= doors, tailgate or

bonnet notcompletely closed,or system fault.

Status after system is armed:

LED flashesslowly

= system is armed.

Seek the assistance of a workshop inthe event of faults.

Deactivation

Unlocking the vehicle deactivates theanti-theft alarm system.

Alarm

When triggered, the alarm sounds viaa separate battery-backed power sounder, and the hazard warning

lights flash simultaneously. Thenumber and duration of alarm signalsare stipulated by legislation.

The alarm can be silenced bypressing any button on the radioremote control or by switching on theignition.

The anti-theft alarm system can be

deactivated only by pressing buttonc or by switching on the ignition.

A triggered alarm, which has not beeninterrupted by the driver, will beindicated by the hazard warninglights. They will flash quickly threetimes when the vehicle is unlockednext time with the radio remotecontrol. Additionally a warning

message or a warning code isdisplayed in the Driver InformationCentre after switching on the ignition.

Vehicle messages 3 122.

Immobiliser

The system is part of the ignitionswitch and checks whether thevehicle is allowed to be started withthe key being used.

The immobiliser is activatedautomatically after the key has beenremoved from the ignition switch.

If the control indicator d flashes whethe ignition is on, there is a fault in thsystem; the engine cannot be startedSwitch off the ignition and repeat thestart attempt.

If the control indicator continuesflashing, attempt to start the engineusing the spare key and seek theassistance of a workshop.

Note

The immobiliser does not lock thedoors. You should always lock thevehicle after leaving it and switch othe anti-theft alarm system 3 24,

3 29.Control indicator d 3 114.




Exterior mirrors

Convex shape

The convex exterior mirror containsan aspherical area and reduces blindspots. The shape of the mirror makesobjects appear smaller, which willaffect the ability to estimatedistances.

Electric adjustment

Select the relevant exterior mirror byturning the control to left (L) or right(R). Then swivel the control to adjustthe mirror.

In position 0 no mirror is selected.

Folding

For pedestrian safety, the exterior mirrors will swing out of their normalmounting position if they are struckwith sufficient force. Reposition themirror by applying slight pressure tothe mirror housing.

Electric folding

Turn control to 0, then push thecontrol down. Both exterior mirrorswill fold.

Push the control down again - bothexterior mirrors return to their originalposition.

If an electrically folded mirror ismanually extended, pressing downthe control will only electrically extend

the other mirror.




Heated

Operated by pressing the Ü button.Heating works with the enginerunning and is switched off automatically after a short time.

Interior mirrors

Manual anti-dazzle

To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever onthe underside of the mirror housing.

Automatic anti-dazzle

Dazzle from following vehicles atnight is automatically reduced.




Windows

Windscreen

Heat-reflecting windscreen

The heat-reflecting windscreen has acoating which reflects solar radiation.Also data signals, e.g. from tollstations, might be reflected.

The marked areas on the windscreenare not covered with the coating.Devices for electronic data recordingand fee payment must be attached inthese areas. Otherwise datarecording malfunctions may occur.

Windscreen stickers

Do not attach stickers such as tollroad stickers or similar on thewindscreen in the area of the interior mirror. Otherwise the detection zone

of the sensor and the view area of thecamera in the mirror housing could berestricted.

Manual windows

The door windows can be opened or closed with the window winders.

Power windows

Warning

Take care when operating thepower windows. Risk of injury,particularly to children.

If there are children on the rear seats, switch on the child safety

system for the power windows.

Keep a close watch on thewindows when closing them.Ensure that nothing becomestrapped in them as they move.

Switch on ignition to operate power windows. Retained power off 3 156.

Operate the switch for the respectivewindow by pushing to open or pullingto close.

Pushing or pulling gently to the firstdetent: window moves up or down aslong as the switch is operated.




Pushing or pulling firmly to the seconddetent and then releasing: windowmoves up or down automatically withsafety function enabled. To stopmovement, operate the switch once

more in the same direction.Safety function

If the window glass encountersresistance above the middle of thewindow during automatic closing, it isimmediately stopped and openedagain.

Override safety function

In the event of closing difficulties dueto frost or the like, switch on theignition, then pull the switch to the firstdetent and hold. The window movesup without safety function enabled.To stop movement, release theswitch.

Child safety system for rear

windows

Press switchz to deactivate rear door power windows, the LEDilluminates. To activate, press zagain.

Operating windows from outside

The windows can be operatedremotely from outside the vehicle.

Press and hold c button to openwindows.

Press and hold e button to closewindows.

Release button to stop windowmovement.

If the windows are fully opened or closed, the hazard warning lights wiflash twice.

Overload

If the windows are repeatedlyoperated within short intervals, thewindow operation is disabled for some time.




Initialising the power windows

If the windows cannot be closedautomatically (e.g. after disconnecting the vehicle battery), awarning message or a warning code

is displayed in the Driver InformationCentre.


Activate the window electronics asfollows:

1. Close doors.

2. Switch on ignition.

3. Pull switch until the window is

closed and keep pulling for additional 2 seconds.

4. Repeat for each window.

Heated rear window

Operated by pressing the Ü button.Heating works with the enginerunning and is switched off automatically after a short time.

Depending on the engine type, theheated rear window comes onautomatically when the diesel particlefilter is being cleaned.

Sun visors

The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to preventdazzling.

If the sun visors have integral mirrors,the mirror covers should be closedwhen driving.

A ticket holder is located on thebackside of the sun visor.




Roof

Sunroof

Warning

Take care when operating thesunroof. Risk of injury, particularlyto children.

Keep a close watch on themovable parts when operatingthem. Ensure that nothingbecomes trapped in them as theymove.

Switch on ignition to operate thesunroof.

Open or close

Press p or r gently to the firstdetent: sunroof is opened or closedwith safety function enabled as longas the switch is operated.

Press p or r firmly to the seconddetent and then release: the sunroof is opened or closed automaticallywith safety function enabled. To stopmovement, operate the switch oncemore.

Raise or close

Press q or r: sunroof is raised oclosed automatically with safetyfunction enabled.

If the sunroof is raised, it can be

opened in one step by pressing p

Sunblind

The sunblind is manually operated.

Close or open the sunblind by slidingWhen the sunroof is open, thesunblind is always open.

General hints

Safety function

If the sunroof encounters resistanceduring automatic closing, it isimmediately stopped and openedagain.

Override safety function

In the event of closing difficulties duto frost or the like, hold the switchr pressed to the second detent.The sunroof closes without safetyfunction enabled. To stop movemenrelease the switch.




Closing sunroof from outside

The sunroof can be closed remotelyfrom outside the vehicle.

Press and hold e button to close thesunroof.

Release the button to stop themovement.

Initialising after a power failure

After a power failure, it may only bepossible to operate the sunroof to a

limited extent. Have the systeminitialised by your workshop.

Glass panel

Panorama roof

Turn the handle and move the roof cover to a suitable position.

The roof cover engages in positionafter releasing the handle.

Note

Close the sun visors before slidingthe roof lining.

Seats, restraints 3



Seats, restraints

Head restraints ............................ 39

Front seats ................................... 41Rear seats ................................... 45

Seat belts ..................................... 46

Airbag system .............................. 49

Child restraints ............................. 53

Head restraints

Position

Warning

Only drive with the head restraintset to the proper position.

The upper edge of the head restraintshould be at upper head level. If thisis not possible for extremely tallpeople, set to highest position, andset to lowest position for small people.

Adjustment

Head restraints on front seats

Height adjustment

Press release button, adjust height,engage.

40 Seats, restraints



Horizontal adjustment

To adjust horizontally, pull the head

restraint forwards. It engages inseveral positions.

To return to its rearmost position, pullfully forwards and release.

Head restraints on rear seats

Height adjustment

Pull the head restraint upwards or press the catch to release and pushthe head restraint downwards.

Removal

Press both catches, pull the headrestraint upwards and remove.

Active head restraints

In the event of a rear-end impact, thefront parts of the active headrestraints are moved slightly

forwards. Thus the head is supportedso that the risk of whiplash injury isreduced.

Note

Approved accessories may only be

attached if the seat is not in use.

Seats, restraints 4



Front seats

Seat position

Warning

Only drive with the seat correctlyadjusted.

■ Sit with buttocks as far back againstthe backrest as possible. Adjust the

distance between the seat and thepedals so that legs are slightlyangled when pressing the pedals.Slide the front passenger seat asfar back as possible.

■ Sit with shoulders as far backagainst the backrest as possible.Set the backrest rake so that it ispossible to easily reach thesteering wheel with arms slightlybent. Maintain contact betweenshoulders and the backrest whenturning the steering wheel. Do notangle the backrest too far back. Werecommend a maximum rake of approx. 25°.

■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 97.

■ Set seat height high enough tohave a clear field of vision on all

sides and of all display instruments.There should be at least one handof clearance between head and theroof frame. Your thighs should restlightly on the seat without pressinginto it.

■ Adjust the head restraint 3 39.

■ Adjust the height of the seat belt3 47.

■ Adjust the thigh support so thatthere is a space approx. two fingerwide between the edge of the seaand the hollow of the knee.

■ Adjust the lumbar support so that

supports the natural shape of thespine.

Seat adjustment

Danger

Do not sit nearer than 25 cm fromthe steering wheel, to permit safe

airbag deployment.

Warning

Never adjust seats while driving asthey could move uncontrollably.




Warning

Never store any subjects under the seats.

Drive only with engaged seats andbackrests.

Seat positioning

Pull handle, slide seat, releasehandle.

Seat backrests

Pull lever, adjust inclination and

release lever. Allow the backrest toengage audibly.

Seat height

Lever pumping motion

up = seat higher down = seat lower

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Seat inclination

Lever pumping motion

up = front end higher down = front end lower

Lumbar support

Adjust lumbar support using the four-

way switch to suit personalrequirements.

Moving support up and down: pushswitch up or down.

Increasing and decreasing support:push switch forwards or backwards.

Adjustable thigh support

Pull the lever and slide the thigh

support.




Side bolster, OPC version

Adjust seat width and backrest width

using the switches to suit personalrequirements.

Operate front rocker switch to changeseat width.

Opeate rear rocker switch to changebackrest width.

Seat folding

Lift release lever and fold backrestforwards. Slide seat forwards.To restore, slide the seat backwards.Move the backrest against theresistance to the upright position andengage.

The memory function allows the seatto engage in its original position.

Do not operate backrest inclination

lever while backrest is tilted forward.Vehicles with panorama roof: to tiltbackrest forward, push headrestraints down and lift up sun visors.

The illustration shows the releaselever on OPC seat.

Danger

Move the backrest to an uprightposition before folding to avoidinjury.

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Armrest

The armrest can be slid forwards by10 cm. Under the armrest there is astorage compartment.

Armrest storage 3 60.

Heating

Adjust heating to the desired settingby pressing the ß button for therespective seat one or more times.The control indicator in the buttonindicates the setting.

Prolonged use of the highest settingfor people with sensitive skin is notrecommended.

Seat heating is operational when

engine is running and during anAutostop.


Rear seats

Armrest

Fold armrest down. The armrestcontains cupholders and a storagebox.




Seat belts

The seat belts are locked duringheavy acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle holding the occupants inthe sitting position. Therefore the riskof injury is considerably reduced.

Warning

Fasten seat belt before each trip.

In the event of an accident, peoplenot wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants andthemselves.

Seat belts are designed to be used byonly one person at a time. Childrestraint system 3 53.

Periodically check all parts of the beltsystem for damage, pollution and

proper functionality.Have damaged componentsreplaced. After an accident, have thebelts and triggered belt pretensionersreplaced by a workshop.

Warning

The openings in the backrests of the OPC seats are not designed tomount or carry through any kind of additional seat belts.

Note

Make sure that the belts are notdamaged by shoes or sharp-edgedobjects or trapped. Prevent dirt fromgetting into the belt retractors.

Seat belt reminder

Front seats are equipped with a seatbelt reminder, indicated for driver seatas control indicator X in thetachometer 3 109 and for passenger

seat in the centre console3

107.Belt force limiters

On the front seats, stress on the bodyis reduced by the gradual release of the belt during a collision.

Belt pretensioners

In the event of a head-on or rear-endcollision of a certain severity, the front

seat belts are tightened.

Warning

Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or fitting of belts) can trigger the beltpretensioners.

Deployment of the belt pretensioners

is indicated by continuous illuminationof control indicator v 3 109.

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Triggered belt pretensioners must bereplaced by a workshop. Beltpretensioners can only be triggeredonce.

Note

Do not affix or install accessories or other objects that may interfere withthe operation of the beltpretensioners. Do not make anymodifications to belt pretensioner components as this will invalidatethe vehicle type approval.

Three-point seat belt

Fastening

Withdraw the belt from the retractor,guide it untwisted across the bodyand insert the latch plate into thebuckle. Tighten the lap belt regularlywhilst driving by pulling the shoulder belt.

Loose or bulky clothing prevents thebelt from fitting snugly. Do not placeobjects such as handbags or mobilephones between the belt and your body.

Warning

The belt must not rest against hardor fragile objects in the pockets of your clothing.

Seat belt reminder X 3 109.

Height adjustment

1. Pull belt out slightly.

2. Press button.

3. Adjust height and engage.




Adjust the height so that the belt liesacross the shoulder. It must not lieacross the throat or upper arm.

Do not adjust while driving.

Removing

To release belt, press red button onbelt buckle.

Seat belts on the rear seats

The seat belt for the rear centre seatcan only be withdrawn from theretractor if the backrest is engaged inupright position.

Using the seat belt while

pregnant

Warning

The lap belt must be positioned aslow as possible across the pelvisto prevent pressure on theabdomen.

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E h i b i i d l



Airbag system

The airbag system consists of anumber of individual systemsdepending on the scope of

equipment.When triggered the airbags inflatewithin milliseconds. They also deflateso quickly that it is often unnoticeableduring the collision.

Warning

If handled improperly the airbag

systems can be triggered in anexplosive manner.

Note

The airbag systems and beltpretensioner control electronics arelocated in the centre console area.Do not put any magnetic objects inthis area.

Do not stick anything on the airbagcovers and do not cover them withother materials.

Each airbag is triggered only once.Have deployed airbags replaced bya workshop. Furthermore, it might benecessary to have the steeringwheel, the instrument panel, parts of the panelling, the door seals,

handles and the seats replaced.Do not make any modifications tothe airbag system as this willinvalidate the vehicle type approval.

When the airbags inflate escaping hotgases may cause burns.

Control indicator v for airbag systems3 109.

Front airbag system

The front airbag system consists of one airbag in the steering wheel andone in the instrument panel on thefront passenger side. These can beidentified by the word AIRBAG.

Additionally there is a warning labelon the side of the instrument panel,visible when the front passenger doois open, or on the front passenger suvisor.

The front airbag system is triggered ithe event of a front-end impact of acertain severity. The ignition needs tbe switched on.




The inflated airbags cushion theimpact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and head of the front seat occupantsconsiderably.

Warning

Optimum protection is onlyprovided when the seat is in theproper position 3 41.

Keep the area in which the airbaginflates clear of obstructions.

Fit the seat belt correctly andengage securely. Only then theairbag is able to protect.

Side airbag system

The side airbag system consists of anairbag in each front seat backrest.This can be identified by the wordAIRBAG.

The side airbag system is triggered in

the event of a side impact of a certainseverity. The ignition must beswitched on.

The inflated airbags cushion theimpact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the upper body and pelvis inthe event of a side-on collisionconsiderably.

Warning


Note

Only use protective seat covers thathave been approved for the vehicle.Be careful not to cover the airbags.

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Curtain airbag system

The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on eachside. This can be identified by theword AIRBAG on the roof pillars.

The curtain airbag system is triggeredin the event of a side-on impact of acertain severity. The ignition must beswitched on.

The inflated airbags cushion theimpact, thereby reducing the risk of injury to the head in the event of aside-on impact considerably.

Warning


The hooks on the handles in the

roof frame are only suitable for hanging up light articles of clothing, without coat hangers. Donot keep any items in theseclothes.

Airbag deactivation

The front passenger airbag systemmust be deactivated if a child restraintsystem is to be fitted on this seat. Theside airbag and curtain airbagsystems, the belt pretensioners andall driver airbag systems will remainactive.

The front passenger airbag systemcan be deactivated via a key-operated switch on the right side of

the instrument panel.


Use the ignition key to choose the Change status only when the vehicle



Use the ignition key to choose theposition:

*OFF = front passenger airbag isdeactivated and will notinflate in the event of acollision. Control indicator *OFF illuminatescontinuously in the centreconsole. A child restraintsystem can be installed inaccordance with thechart Child restraint

installation locations

3 54. No adult person isallowed to occupy the

front passenger seat.VON = front passenger airbag is

active. A child restraintsystem must not beinstalled.

Danger

Risk of fatal injury for a child using

a child restraint system on a seatwith activated front passenger airbag.

Risk of fatal injury for an adultperson on a seat with deactivatedfront passenger airbag.

If the control indicator V illuminatesfor approx. 60 seconds after theignition is switched on, the frontpassenger airbag system will inflatein the event of a collision.

If both control indicators areilluminated at the same time, there is

a system failure. The status of thesystem is not discernible, thereforeno person is allowed to occupy thefront passenger seat. Contact aworkshop immediately.

Change status only when the vehicleis stopped with the ignition off.

Status remains until the next change.

Control indicator for airbagdeactivation 3 109.

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Allow children to enter and exit the



Child restraints

Child restraint systems

We recommend the Opel childrestraint system which is tailored

specifically to the vehicle.When a child restraint system is beingused, pay attention to the followingusage and installation instructionsand also those supplied with the childrestraint system.

Always comply with local or nationalregulations. In some countries, theuse of child restraint systems is

forbidden on certain seats.

Warning

When using a child restraintsystem on the front passenger seat, the airbag systems for thefront passenger seat must bedeactivated; if not, the triggering of

the airbags poses a risk of fatalinjury to the child.

This is especially the case if rear-facing child restraint systems areused on the front passenger seat.

Airbag deactivation 3 51.

Selecting the right system

The rear seats are the mostconvenient location to fasten a childrestraint system.

Children should travel facingrearwards in the vehicle as long aspossible. This makes sure that thechild's backbone, which is still veryweak, is under less strain in the eventof an accident.Suitable are restraint systems thatcomply with ECE 44-03 or ECE 44-04. Check local laws andregulations for mandatory use of childrestraint systems.

Ensure that the child restraint systemto be installed is compatible with the

vehicle type.Ensure that the mounting location of the child restraint system within thevehicle is correct.

Allow children to enter and exit thevehicle only on the side facing awayfrom the traffic.

When the child restraint system is noin use, secure the seat with a seat beor remove it from the vehicle.

Note

Do not stick anything on the childrestraint systems and do not coverthem with any other materials.

A child restraint system which hasbeen subjected to stress in anaccident must be replaced.




Child restraint installation locations

Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system

Weight and age class

On front passenger seat

On rear outboard seats On rear centre seatctivated airbag deactivated airbag

Group 0: up to 10 kg

or approx. 10 months

X U1 U2 U

Group 0+: up to 13 kg

or approx. 2 years

X U1 U2 U

Group I: 9 to 18 kg

or approx. 8 months to 4 years

X U1 U2 U

Group II: 15 to 25 kg

or approx. 3 to 7 years

X X U U

Group III: 22 to 36 kg

or approx. 6 to 12 years

X X U U

1 = Only if front passenger seat airbag system is deactivated. If the child restraint system is being secured using a three-point seat belt, move seat height adjustment to uppermost position and ensure that vehicle safety belt runs forwards

from the upper anchorage point. Adjust seat backrest inclination as far as necessary to a vertical position to ensurethat the belt is tight on the buckle side.2 = Seat available with ISOFIX and Top-Tether mounting brackets 3 57.U = Universal suitability in conjunction with three-point seat belt.X = No child restraint system permitted in this weight class.

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Permissible options for fitting an ISOFIX child restraint system

Weight class Size class Fixture On front passenger seat On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat

Group 0: up to 10 kg E ISO/R1 X IL X

Group 0+: up to 13 kg E ISO/R1 X IL X

D ISO/R2 X IL X

C ISO/R3 X IL X

Group I: 9 to 18 kg D ISO/R2 X IL X

C ISO/R3 X IL X

B ISO/F2 X IL, IUF X

B1 ISO/F2X X IL, IUF XA ISO/F3 X IL, IUF X

IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX restraint systems of the 'specific-vehicle', '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 classX = No ISOFIX child restraint system approved in this weight 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 13 kg.D – ISO/R2 = Rear-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class up to 13 kg.E – ISO/R1 = Rear-facing child restraint system for young children in the weight class up to 13 kg.

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ISOFIX child restraint

systems

Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIXchild restraint systems to the ISOFIXmounting brackets. Specific vehicleISOFIX child restraint systempositions are marked in the table byIL.

ISOFIX mounting brackets areindicated by a label on the backrest.

Top-tether fastening eyes

Depending on country specificequipment, the vehicle might havetwo or three fastening eyes.

Top-Tether fastening eyes are

marked with the symbol : for a childseat.

On Notchback version, open the flapof the required fastening eye on theplacement area behind the headrestraints, marked by the child seat

symbol.

On Hatchback and Sports Tourer fastening eyes are on the backside orear seats.

In addition to the ISOFIX mounting,fasten the Top-Tether strap to theTop-Tether fastening eyes. The stramust run between the two guide rodof the head restraint.

ISOFIX child restraint systems of universal category positions aremarked in the table by IUF.

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Storage

Storage compartments ................ 58

Load compartment ....................... 79

Roof rack system ......................... 94

Loading information ..................... 95

Storage compartments

Glovebox

The glovebox features a pen holder,a credit card holder and a coin holder.

The glovebox should be closed whilstdriving.

Cupholders

Cupholders are located in the centre

console.

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Depending on the version,



cupholders are located under a cover in the centre console. Slide cover backwards. Bottles can be stowedafter folding up the intermediate shelf 3 60.

Additional cupholders are located inthe rear armrest. Fold down thearmrest.

Front storage

A storage compartment is located

next to the steering wheel.

Underseat storage

Press button in the recess and pull ou

drawer. Maximum load: 3 kg. Toclose, push in and engage.

On version with rear carrier system3 61, the tyre repair kit is stowed inthe drawer.

Tyre repair kit 3 253.

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Armrest storage

Storage in the rear armrest

Centre console storage



Storage under the front armrest

Press button to fold up the armrest.The armrest must be in rearmostposition.

Fold down armrest and open cover.

Close cover before folding thearmrest up.

Front console

The storage container can be used tostore small items.

Depending on the version, a storagecompartment is located under acover.

Slide cover backwards.

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A further storage compartment isl t d d th i t di t h lf

Rear carrier system



Press button to remove the frame of the cupholder. The frame can be

stowed in the glovebox.

located under the intermediate shelf.Fold up the intermediate shelf and fixit in the vertical position. The frame of the cupholder can be reintegrated tostow bottles.

Rear console

Pull out the drawer.

Caution

Do not use for ashes or for other glowing items.

Rear carrier system for two

bicycles

The rear carrier system (Flex-Fixsystem) allows bicycles to beattached to a pull-out carrier integrated into the vehicle floor. Thetransportation of other objects is notpermitted.

The maximum load of the rear carrie

system is 40 kg. The maximum loadper bicycle is 20 kg.

If not in use, the carrier system musbe slid back into the vehicle floor.

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There must not be any objects on thebicycles that could become loose

Completely pull out the rear carrier system until you hear it engage



bicycles that could become looseduring transportation.

Caution

Do not attach bicycles with carbonpedal cranks to bicycle carriers.The bicycles might get damaged.

Extending

Open the tailgate.

Warning

No-one should be in the extensionzone of the rear carrier system,risk of injury.

Pull release lever up. The systemdisengages and travels quickly out of the bumper.

system until you hear it engage.

Ensure that it is not possible to pushin the rear carrier system withoutpulling the release lever again

Warning

It is only permissible to fit objectsto the rear carrier system if thesystem has been correctlyengaged. If the rear carrier systemwill not engage correctly, do not fitobjects to the system and slide thesystem back. Seek the assistance

of a workshop.

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Install the tail lamps Open out the lamp support on theback of the tail lamp completely



First remove the rear (1), then the

front (2) tail lamp from the recesses.

back of the tail lamp completely.

Push the clamping lever down andpush the lamp support into theretainer until it engages.

Perform this procedure for both taillamps.

Check the cable and lamp position tmake sure these are correctlyinstalled and are securely located.

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Lock the rear carrier system Unfold pedal crank recesses



Swivel the right clamping lever (1)

first, followed by the left clampinglever (2), until a resistance isnoticeable.

The rear carrier system is lockedwhen the clamping levers areswivelled by approx. 50°. Otherwise

safe functionality is not guaranteed.Note

Close the tailgate.

Fold one or both pedal crank

recesses upwards until the diagonalsupport engages.

Storage 6

Adapting the rear carrier system to a Push the release lever on the strapretainer and remove the strap



Remove the pedal crank mounts fromthe pedal crank recesses.

bicycle

Press the release lever and withdrawthe wheel recesses.

retainer and remove the strapretainer.

Prepare the bicycle for attachment

Note

The maximum width for the pedalcrank is 38.3 mm and the maximumdepth is 14.4 mm.

Rotate the left pedal (without a chaincog) vertically downwards. The pedaon the left pedal crank must behorizontal.The front bicycle must have its frontwheel facing left.

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The rear bicycle must have its frontwheel facing right

Put on the bicycle. The pedal crankhere must be placed in the pedal



wheel facing right.

Attaching a bicycle to the rear carrier

system

With the rotary lever on the pedalcrank recess, roughly adapt theadjustable pedal crank unit to theprotrusion of the pedal crank.

If the bicycle has straight pedalcranks, unscrew the pedal crank unitcompletely (position 5).

If the bicycle has curved pedalcranks, screw in the pedal crank unitall the way (position 1).

here must be placed in the pedalcrank recess opening as shown in theillustration.

Caution

Make sure that the pedal does nottouch the surface of the rear endcarrier. Otherwise the cranksetmight be damaged during thetransport.

Insert pedal crank mount into outer rail of each pedal crank recess fromabove and slide downwards until atleast underneath the notching.

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Place the wheel recesses such thatthe bicycle is more or less horizontal.

If the two bicycles obstruct oneanother, the relative positions of the



Attach the pedal crank by rotating theattachment screw on the pedal crankmount.

the bicycle is more or less horizontal.Here, the distance between thepedals and the tailgate should be atleast 5 cm.

Both bicycle tyres must be in the

wheel recesses.

Align the bicycle in the longitudinaldirection of the vehicle: Slightlyloosen the pedal mount.

Place the bicycle upright using the

rotary lever on the pedal crankrecess.

another, the relative positions of thebicycles can be adapted by adjustinthe wheel recesses and the rotarylever on the pedal crank recess untithe bicycles no longer touch one

another. Make sure there is sufficienclearance from the vehicle.

Tighten the attachment screw for thepedal bearing mount to its maximumpoint by hand.

Secure both bicycle wheels to thewheel recesses using the strapretainers.

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Check the bicycle to make sure it issecure.

It is recommended to attach awarning sign at the rearmost bicycle

Retracting the rear carrier system



Caution

Ensure gap between bicycle and

vehicle is at least 5 cm. If necessary, loosen handlebar andswivel sidewards.

The settings for the wheel recessesand on the rotary lever on the pedalcrank recess should be noted andsaved for each bicycle. Correctpresetting will facilitate refitting of thebicycle.

g g yto increase visibility.

Removing a bicycle from the rear

carrier system

Undo strap retainers on both bicycletyres.

Hold on to the bicycle, loosen theattachment screw for the pedalbearing mount, then lift the pedalbearing mount to remove it.

Push the pedal crank mounts into thepedal crank recess like shown in thegraphic.

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Insert the strap retainer and pulltightly downwards as far as possible.



g y p

Press release lever and slide in wheelrecesses all the way as far as they willgo.

Disengage the locking lever on thediagonal support and fold both pedalcrank recesses down.

Warning

Risk of pinching.

Swivel first the left clamping lever (1followed by the right clamping lever (2), until they stop.

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Push the clamping lever down andpull both lamp supports out of the

Rear carrier system for four



recesses.

Fold in the lamp supports on thebacks of the tail lamps.

First place the front (1) tail lamp, thenthe rear (2) tail lamp in the recessesand push down as far as possible.Push cables all the way into all guidesin order to prevent damage.

Open the tailgate.

Push the release lever up and hold.Lift the system slightly and push it intothe bumper until it engages.

Release lever must return to originalposition.

Warning

If the system cannot be correctlyengaged, please seek theassistance of a workshop.

bicycles

The rear carrier system (Flex-Fixsystem) allows two bicycles to beattached to a pull-out carrier integrated into the vehicle floor. It ispossible to attach two further bicycleson an adapter. The transportation of other objects is not permitted.

The maximum load of the rear carrier system is 80 kg with attached adapter

and 60 kg without attached adapter.The maximum load per bicycle on thepull-out carrier is 30 kg. This allowsthe attachment of electrically-

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powered bicycles to the pull-outcarrier. The maximum load per bi l h d i 20 k

Warning



bicycle on the adapter is 20 kg.

If not in use, the carrier system mustbe slid back into the vehicle floor.

There must not be any objects on the

bicycles that could become looseduring transportation.

Caution

If the rear carrier system isextended and the vehicle is fullyloaded, the chassis clearance willbe reduced.

Drive carefully whenever the roadhas a strong inclination or whendriving over a ramp, bump, etc.

Caution

Consult your bicycle dealer beforeattaching bicycles with carbonframes. The bicycles might getdamaged.

Extending

Open the tailgate.

No-one should be in the extensionzone of the rear carrier system,risk of injury.

Pull release lever up. The systemdisengages and travels quickly out of the bumper.

Completely pull out the rear carrier system until you hear it engage.

Ensure that it is not possible to push

in the rear carrier system withoutpulling the release lever again.

Warning

It is only permissible to fit objectsto the rear carrier system if thesystem has been correctlyengaged. If the rear carrier system

will not engage correctly, do not fitobjects to the system and slide thesystem back. Seek the assistanceof a workshop.

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Unfold number plate holder Fold out tail lamps Swivel both clamping leverssidewards as far as they will go.



Lift the number plate holder and foldit backwards.

Fold out both tail lamps.

Lock the rear carrier system

Otherwise safe functionality is notguaranteed.

Fold out wheel recesses

Fold out both wheel recesses.

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Assembling the bicycle rack 1. Rotate the pedals into position ashown in the illustration and putthe bicycle on the foremost whee



Lift the rack at the rear (1) and pull itbackwards.

Fold up the rack (2).

Push down the rack (1) and swivelhandle (2) backwards to engage.

Attaching the first bicycle

the bicycle on the foremost wheerecess.

Make sure that the bicycle standcentrally on the wheel recesses.

2. Attach the short mounting bracketo the bicycle frame. Turn theknob clockwise to fasten.

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Attaching the adapter

When carrying more than twobicycles the adapter has to be fixed



3. Secure both bicycle wheels to thewheel recesses using the strapretainers.

4. Check the bicycle to make sure itis secure.

Caution

Ensure gap between bicycle andvehicle is at least 5 cm. If necessary, loosen handlebar andswivel sidewards.

bicycles, the adapter has to be fixedbefore the second bicycle is attached.

1. Apply the adapter to the rear carrier system as shown in theillustration.

2. Turn the lever (1) forwards andhold, then lower the adapter (2) atthe rear.

3. Release lever and check if theadapter is engaged securely.

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Use the longer accessorymounting bracket to attach thethird bicycle to the rack



4. Guide the strap attached to theadapter underneath the lever for folding back the rear carrier

system. Fasten the strap.Attaching further bicycles

The attachment of further bicycles issimilar to the attachment of the firstbicycle. Additionally some steps mustbe considered:

1. Before putting on the bicycle,always unfold the wheel recessesfor the next bicycle if necessary.

2. Always rotate the pedals into anappropriate position beforeputting on the bicycle.

3. Position the bicycles on the rear carrier system alternately alignedto the left and to the right.

4. Align the bicycles to the oneattached before. The wheel hubsof the bicycles must not toucheach other.

5. Attach the bicycles with mountingbrackets and strap retainers asdescribed for the first bicycle. Themounting brackets should befixed in parallel.

Use the long mounting bracket toattach the second bicycle to therack.

third bicycle to the rack.

Use the short accessory mountinbracket to attach the fourthbicycle. The bracket has to befixed between the frames of thethird and fourth bicycle.

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It is recommended to attach awarning sign at the rearmost bicycleto increase visibility

■ With attached adapter:



6. Additionally secure both bicyclewheels of the fourth bicycle to thewheel recesses using the

tensioning straps.

to increase visibility.

Fold the rear carrier system

backwards

The rear carrier system can be foldedbackwards to get access to the loadcompartment.

■ Without attached adapter:

Push the lever (1) to disengage andhold.

Pull the rack (2) backwards to foldthe rear carrier system.

Warning

Take care when disengaging therear carrier system as it will tilt

backwards. Risk of injury.

Hold frame (1) of rearmost bicyclewith one hand and pull the loop (2)to disengage.

Hold rearmost bicycle with bothhands and fold the rear carrier

system backwards.To increase visibility, the tail lights of the vehicle are activated when therear carrier system is folded back.

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Warning

3. Turn the lever (1) forwards andhold.

4 Lift the adapter (2) at the rear an



When folding the rear carrier system forwards again, take carethat the system is engagedsecurely.

Removing bicycles

Undo strap retainers on both bicycletyres.

Turn knob anti-clockwise and removemounting brackets.

Detaching adapter

Detach the adapter before removing

the last bicycle left on the rear carrier system.

1. Fold in wheel recesses.

2. Unbutton the strap.

4. Lift the adapter (2) at the rear anremove.

Disassembling the bicycle rack

Arrange mounting brackets as showin the illustration.

Swivel handle (1) forwards todisengage and lift the rack (2).

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Swivel both clamping levers inwardsas far as they will go.



Fold the rack backwards, then pushforwards until it stops (1).

Press the rack down at the rear (2).

Fold in wheel recesses

Fold in both wheel recesses.

Stow the strap retainers accurately.

Unlock the rear carrier system

Fold in tail lamps

Swivel in both tail lamps.

Fold in number plate holder

Lift the number plate holder and foldit forwards.

Retracting the rear carrier system

Caution

Take care that all foldable parts aswheel recesses or mounting

brackets are stowed accurately.Otherwise the rear carrier systemmight get damaged when trying toretract it.

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Load compartment

The rear seat backrest is divided into

■ Guide the seat belts through sidesupports to protect them againstdamage. When folding the



Push the release lever up and hold.Lift the system slightly and push it intothe bumper until it engages.

Release lever must return to originalposition.

Warning

If the system cannot be correctlyengaged, please seek theassistance of a workshop.

The rear seat backrest is divided intotwo parts. Both parts can be foldeddown.

Load compartment extension,

3-door and 5-door hatchback, 4-

door notchback

■ Only 3-door and 5-door hatchback:remove the load compartmentcover if necessary.

■ Press and hold the catch to pushthe head restraints down 3 39.

■ Fold up the rear armrest.

g gbackrests, pull the seat belts alonwith them.

■ Pull the release lever on one or bot

sides and fold down the backrestsonto the seat cushion.

■ Take the seat belt out of the seatbackrest guide and put it behind thretainer as shown in the illustration

To fold up, raise the backrests and

guide them into an upright positionuntil they engage audibly.

80 Storage

Ensure that the seat belts of theoutboard seats are placed in thecorresponding belt guides.

do so may result in personal injuryor damage to load or vehicle in theevent of heavy braking or collision

Load compartment extension,

Sports tourer



p g g

The backrests are properly engagedwhen the red marks on both sidesnear the release lever are no longer visible.

Warning

When folding up, ensure thatbackrests are securely locked in

position before driving. Failure to

event of heavy braking or collision.

The seat belt of the centre seat couldbe blocked when the backrest isfolded up too quickly. To unlock theretractor, push in the seat belt or pullit out by approx. 20 mm and then letgo.

Folding down rear backrests

■ Remove the load compartmentcover if necessary.


■ Fold up the rear armrest.

Storage 8

■ Guide the seat belts through sidesupports to protect them againstdamage. When folding the

Warning

Take care when operating the

behind the retainer as shown in thillustration.

■ To fold up, raise the backrests an



backrests, pull the seat belts alongwith them.

■ Pull the release lever on one or both

sides and fold down the backrestsonto the seat cushion.

Electrical seat folding

On vehicles with electric seat folding,the rear seats can also be folded fromthe load compartment.

■ Pull switch on left or right sidewallof the load compartment to fold thecorresponding part of the rear seat.

Take care when operating theelectric foldable rear seats. Theseat backrest is folded withconsiderable power. Risk of injury,

particularly to children.Ensure that nothing is attached tothe rear seats or located on theseat cushion.

If the vehicle is to be loaded via a

rear door, take the seat belt out of the seat backrest guide and put it

To fold up, raise the backrests anguide them into an upright positionuntil they engage audibly.

Ensure that the seat belts of the

outboard seats are placed in thecorresponding belt guides.

The backrests are properly engagedwhen the red marks on both sidesnear the release lever are no longervisible.

82 Storage

Warning

Only drive the vehicle if the

Raise the seat cushion and fold the

backrest

Remove the seat cushion



Only drive the vehicle if thebackrests are securely locked intoposition. Otherwise there is a riskof personal injury or damage to the

load or vehicle in the event of heavy braking or a collision.

The seat belt of the centre seat couldbe blocked when the backrest isfolded up too quickly. To unlock the

retractor, push in the seat belt or pullit out by approx. 20 mm and then letgo.

■ Pull the strap on one or both seatcushions and lift the rear of thecushion forwards.


■ Pull the release lever on one or bothsides of the backrests and folddown onto the seat cushion to get aflat load bay.

■ Push both levers forward andremove seat cushion to extend the

loading area.

Storage 8

■ To attach, apply seat cushion asshown in the illustration andengage both levers.



Open the pass-through in the

rear centre backrest

■ Fold down the rear armrest.

■ Pull the grip and open the cover.

Suitable for loading long, narrowobjects.

Ensure that the cover engages after folding up.

The closed cover can be securedfrom the side of the loadcompartment. Turn the knob 90°:

knobhorizontal = cover secured fromthe side of thepassenger compartment

knobvertical

= cover not secured

Rear storage

3-door hatchback

Press both buttons and fold downcover.

Maximum load: 0.5 kg.

Load compartment cover

Do not place any objects on the cove

84 Storage

3-door and 5-door hatchback

Removing

Lift cover at the rear and push itupwards at the front.

Remove the cover.

Opening cover



Unhook retaining straps from tailgate.

If the height adjustable cover ismounted in the middle or upper position, the load compartment cover

can be stowed below it.Height adjustable cover 3 86.

Fitting

Engage cover in side guides and folddownwards. Attach retaining straps totailgate.

Sports tourer

Closing cover

Pull the cover towards the rear usingthe handle until it engages in thesideward retainers.

Pull the handle at the end of the cover to the rear and downwards. It rolls up

automatically.

Storage 8

Cover in upper position Removing cover



Push the handle at the end of thecover downwards. The rear of the

cover is guided upwardsautomatically.

Open the load compartment cover.

Pull the release lever on the right sideup and hold it. Lift the cover first onthe right side and remove fromretainers.

The removed cover can be storedunder the rear floor cover like shownin the graphic.

Rear floor storage cover 3 86.Installing cover

Insert the left side of the loadcompartment cover in the recess, puthe release lever up and hold it, insethe right side of the load compartmencover and engage.

86 Storage

Rear floor storage cover

Rear floor cover, 3-door

Height adjustable cover, 3-door

hatchback, 5-door hatchback

Lifting



hatchback, 5-door hatchback

The rear floor cover can be lifted.Hinge the loop into the hook on thelower side of the load compartmentcover.

Caution

Only use the hook for hanging up

the rear floor cover and the heightadjustable cover.

The height adjustable cover can bemounted in three positions:■ directly above the rear floor cover

(1),

■ in a middle position (2)

■ in an upper position (3).

Caution

Ensure that the front and rear endof the height adjustable cover areattached to the same level.

To lift the cover to a higher level, pullthe loop backwards and lift the rear

edge of the cover onto thecorresponding supports.

Storage 8

Lowering

Note

■ If mounted in position 2 or 3, thespace between the rear floor cover and the height adjustable

Rear floor cover, Sports tourer



To lower the cover, pull the strapbackwards and push down the front

centre of the cover at the same time.

Caution

Do not lower the height adjustablecover to position 1 in vehiclesequipped with subwoofer. Thesubwoofer could be damaged.

cover and the height adjustablecover can be used as a stowagecompartment.

■ The height adjustable cover canbe lifted and hooked in with thestrap when it is mounted inposition 1 or 2.

■ If mounted in position 2, an almostcompletely flat load bay is createdif the rear seat backrests arefolded forwards.

■ Opening the side covers (e.g.

when exchanging the rear lightbulbs) is only possible with theheight adjustable cover mountedin position 1 or 2.

Caution

The height adjustable cover isable to withstand a load of no morethan 100 kg.

Lift the rear floor cover by pulling thehandle. Fold and place the cover

behind the rear seats.The storage compartment below therear floor cover can be divided by abar.

88 Storage

Lashing eyes

■ hooks,

■ service box,

■ strap set.



Insert the bar into the recesses at thesidewalls.

Caution

Insert the bar into the rearmostrecess when transporting heavyobjects in the load compartment.Otherwise the rear floor cover might be damaged.

The lashing eyes are designed tosecure items against slippage, e.g.using lashing straps or luggage net.

Cargo management

system

The FlexOrganizer is a flexiblesystem for dividing up the loadcompartment.

The system consists of:

■ adapters,

■ mesh pockets,

The components are fitted in rails onboth side panels using adapters andhooks.

Installation of adapters in the

rails

Fold open the handle plate, insert theadapter into the upper and lower groove of the rail and move to therequired position. Turn the handle

Storage 8

plate upwards to lock the adapter. Toremove, turn the handle plate downand move out of the rail.

Net pocket Installation of hooks in the rails



Variable partition net

Insert adapters into the requiredposition in the rails. Stick together thehalves of the net rods.

To install, push rods together a littleand insert into the relevant openingsin the adapters.

To remove, press the net rods

together and remove from theadapters.

Insert adapters into the requiredposition in the rails. The net pocket

can be suspended from the adapters.

Insert the hook in the desired positiofirst in the upper groove of the rail an

then press in the lower groove. Toremove, first pull out of the upper groove.

90 Storage

Service box Strap set



Install two hooks in the upper rail.Insert the upper brackets of the box

from above into the hooks.

Alternatively install both hooks in thelower rail. Plug in the lower bracketsof the box from above into the lower hooks.

Insert the adapters of the strap set ina rail. Make sure that the belt is not

twisted.The strap set has two locks to open.

The belt can be tightened.

Safety net

The safety net is available on theSports tourer and can be installedbehind the rear seats or, if the rear

seat backrests are folded and theseat cushions raised, behind the frontseats.

Storage 9

Passengers must not be transportedbehind the safety net.

Installation

Behind the front seats Installation of the rod



Behind the rear seats

Attach lower hook with opening facingbackward to eye in the right and leftof the floor. Adjust strap length onsafety net by attaching the upper hook to the eyes of the strap. Keepstrap under tension while proceedingwith installation of rod.

Attach strap to eyes underneath therear seat cushion.

Fold backrests forward.To get a flat load bay, first fold seatcushion before attaching the safetynet. Move front seats forward to easetension if necessary.

There are two installation openings ithe roof frame: suspend and engage

rod of net at one side, compress rodand suspend and engage at other side.

Load compartment 3 79.

Removal

Unhook the safety net rods from thebrackets in the roof frame. Detachstraps from the eyes. Roll up the ne

and secure with a strap.The removed safety net can be storeunder the rear floor cover 3 86.

92 Storage

Warning triangle

3-door hatchback, 5-door

Sports tourer 4-door notchback



hatchback

Stow the warning triangle in the spacebehind the strap on the right side of the load compartment.

Fold down straps. Stow the warningtriangle in the space behind the straps

on the inside of the tailgate.

Stow the warning triangle in therecess on the left side of the load

compartment.

Storage 9

First aid kit

5-door hatchback

3-door hatchback Sports tourer



Stow the first aid kit in the stowagecompartment behind the warningtriangle.

Before first use, press in the interior trim at the top and at the sides of theperforation. Then fold the trimoutward to gain access to thestowage compartment.

Stow the first aid kit in the stowagecompartment behind the warning

triangle.Use the recesses to fold down thecover.

Depending on the equipment, the firstaid kit can be stored in the rear storage 3 83.

Fold down strap. Stow the first aid kin the space behind a strap on the

inside of the tailgate.

94 Storage

4-door notchback

Roof rack system

Roof rack

For safety reasons and to avoid

5-door hatchback, 4-door notchback



Stow the first aid kit in the spacebehind the mesh net on the right side

of the load compartment.

For safety reasons and to avoiddamage to the roof, the vehicleapproved roof rack system is

recommended. For further information contact your workshop.

Follow the installation instructionsand remove the roof rack when not inuse.

Mounting roof rack

Detach the cover from each mountingpoint by using a coin.

3-door hatchback

Storage 9

Sports tourer with roof railing

Loading information

■ Use the four hooks at the sidewalof the load compartment for hanging up carrier bags. Maximumload: 5 kg per hook.



Fasten the roof rack in the area of theholes, indicated by the arrows in the

illustration.

■ Heavy objects in the load

compartment should be placedagainst the seat backrests. Ensurethat the backrests are securelyengaged. If objects can be stacked,heavier objects should be placed atthe bottom.

■ Secure objects with lashing strapsattached to the lashing eyes 3 88.Attach the height adjustable cover

in the lowest position (1) 3 86.

■ Sports tourer: Use the hooks at thsidewalls of the load compartmenfor hanging up carrier bags. Pressto fold out the hook.

■ Secure loose objects in the loadcompartment to prevent them fromsliding.

■ When transporting objects in the

load compartment, the backrests othe rear seats must not be angledforward.

96 Storage

■ Do not allow the load to protrudeabove the upper edge of thebackrests.

■ Do not place any objects on the

vehicle weight (see identificationplate 3 275) and the EC kerbweight.

To calculate the payload, enter the

and 4-door notchback, for theSports tourer it is 100 kg. The roof load is the combined weight of theroof rack and the load.



load compartment cover or theinstrument panel, and do not cover the sensor on top of the instrumentpanel.

■ The load must not obstruct theoperation of the pedals, parkingbrake and gear selector lever, or hinder the freedom of movement of the driver. Do not place anyunsecured objects in the interior.

■ Do not drive with an open loadcompartment.

Warning

Always make sure that the load inthe vehicle is securely stowed.Otherwise objects can be thrownaround inside the vehicle andcause personal injury or damageto the load or car.

■ The payload is the differencebetween the permitted gross

data for your vehicle in the Weightstable at the front of this manual.

The EC kerb weight includesweights for the driver (68 kg),luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (tank90 % full).

Optional equipment andaccessories increase the kerbweight.

■ Driving with a roof load increasesthe sensitivity of the vehicle to

cross-winds and has a detrimentaleffect on vehicle handling due tothe vehicle's higher centre of gravity. Distribute the load evenlyand secure it properly with retainingstraps. Adjust the tyre pressure andvehicle speed according to the loadconditions. Check and retighten thestraps frequently.

Do not drive faster than 120 km/h.The permissible roof load is 75 kgfor the 3-door / 5-door hatchback

Instruments and controls 9

Instruments and

controls

Controls

Steering wheel adjustment

Steering wheel controls



Controls ....................................... 97

Warning lights, gauges andindicators ................................... 104

Information displays ................... 115

Vehicle messages ...................... 122

Trip computer ............................. 126

Vehicle personalisation .............. 128

Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,then engage lever and ensure it isfully locked.

Do not adjust steering wheel unlessvehicle is stationary and steeringwheel lock has been released.

The Infotainment system, the cruisecontrol and a connected mobilephone can be operated via thecontrols on the steering wheel.

Further information is available in thInfotainment system manual.

Driver assistance systems 3 174.

98 Instruments and controls

Heated steering wheel Horn



Activate heating by pressing *

button. Activation is indicated by the

LED in the button.

The recommended grip areas of thesteering wheel are heated quicker and to a higher temperature than theother areas.

Heating is operational when theengine is running and during anAutostop.


Press j.


Windscreen wiper/washer

Windscreen wiper

Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor



2 = fast1 = slowP = interval wiping§ = off

For a single wipe when thewindscreen wiper is off, press thelever down.

Do not use if the windscreen is frozen.

Switch off in car washes.

Wiper lever in position P.

Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the

desired wipe interval:shortinterval

= turn adjuster wheelupwards

longinterval

= turn adjuster wheeldownwards

P = automatic wiping with rainsensor

The rain sensor detects the amount owater on the windscreen andautomatically regulates the frequencof the windscreen wiper.

If the wiper frequency is above20 seconds the wiper arm movesslightly down to park position.


Adjustable sensitivity of the rain

sensor

Windscreen and headlight

washer



Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the

sensitivity:lowsensitivity

= turn adjuster wheeldownwards

highsensitivity

= turn adjuster wheelupwards

Keep the sensor free from dust, dirtand ice.

Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed

onto the windscreen and the wiper wipes a few times.

If the headlights are on, washer fluidis also sprayed onto the headlights,provided that the lever is pulledsufficiently long. Afterwards theheadlight washer system isinoperable for 5 wash cycles or untilengine or headlights have been

switched off and on again.


Rear window wiper/washer

The rear window washer system isdeactivated when the fluid level islow.



Press the rocker switch to activate therear window wiper:

upper position

= continuousoperation

lower position

= intermittentoperation

middleposition

= off

Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayedonto the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times.

Do not use if the rear window isfrozen.

Switch off in car washes.

The rear window wiper comes onautomatically when the windscreenwiper is switched on and reverse gear is engaged.

Activation or deactivation of thisfunction can be changed in the menu

Settings in the Info-Display.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

Outside temperature

A drop in temperature is indicatedimmediately and a rise in temperaturafter a time delay.


Set date and time

Press the CONFIG button. The menuSettings is displayed.

Select Time Date.

■ Set date format: Changesindication of date between MM/DD/

YYYY and DD.MM.YYYY.

■ Display digital clock: Switches on/off indication of time on the display



If outside temperature drops to 3 °C,a warning message is displayed in theDriver Information Centre withUplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-

Display.

Warning

The road surface may already beicy even though the displayindicates a few degrees above0 °C.

Clock

Date and time are shown in theInfo-Display.

Selectable setting options:

■ Set time: Changes the time shownon the display.

■ Set date: Changes the date shownon the display.

■ Set time format: Changesindication of hours between 12

hours and 24 hours.

off indication of time on the display.

■ RDS clock synchronization: The

RDS signal of most VHFtransmitters automatically sets thetime. RDS time synchronisationcan take a few minutes. Sometransmitters do not send a correcttime signal. In such cases, it isrecommended to switch off automatic time synchronisation.

Vehicle personalisation 3 128.


Power outlets

A further 12 Volt power outlet islocated in the rear console. Fold thecover downwards.

Sports tourer: A 12 Volt power outletis located at the left sidewall in the

Cigarette lighter



A 12 Volt power outlet is located in thefront console.

is located at the left sidewall in theload compartment.

Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts.

With ignition off, the power outlets aredeactivated. Additionally the power outlets are deactivated in the event of low battery voltage.

Electrical accessories that areconnected must comply with theelectromagnetic compatibility

requirements laid down inDIN VDE 40 839.

Do not connect any current-deliveringaccessories, e.g. electrical chargingdevices or batteries.

Do not damage the outlet by usingunsuitable plugs.


The cigarette lighter is located in thefront console.

Press in cigarette lighter. It switchesoff automatically once the element isglowing. Pull out lighter.

Ashtrays

Caution

To be used only for ash and not for combustible rubbish.


Warning lights, gauges

and indicators

Instrument cluster

Odometer



The portable ashtray can be placed inthe cupholders.

In some versions, the needles of theinstruments briefly rotate to the end

position when the ignition is switchedon.

Speedometer

Indicates vehicle speed.

The bottom line displays the recordeddistance in km.

Trip odometer

The top line displays the recordeddistance since the last reset.

To reset, press the SET/CLR buttonon the turn signal lever for a fewseconds 3 115.


Some versions are equipped with areset knob between speedometer and Driver Information Centre: toreset hold the knob depressed for afew seconds with the ignition on.

Caution

If the needle is in the red warningzone, the maximum permittedengine speed is exceeded Engine

During liquid gas operation, thesystem automatically switches over tpetrol operation when gas tanks areempty 3 105.

Never run the tank dry.



Trip odometer counts up to a distanceof 2000 km and then restarts at 0.

Tachometer

Displays the engine speed.

Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.

engine speed is exceeded. Engineat risk.

Fuel gauge

Displays the fuel level or gas level inthe tank depending on the operationmode.

Control indicator i illuminates if thelevel in the tank is low. Refuelimmediately if it flashes.

y

Because of the fuel remaining in thetank, the top-up quantity may be lesthan the specified tank capacity.

Fuel selector

Press button LPG to switch betweenpetrol and liquid gas operation. TheLED1 status shows the currentoperating mode.


1 off = petrol operation1 illuminates = liquid gas

operation1 flashes = no switching is

possible, one typef f l i t

Displays the coolant temperature.

left area = engine operatingtemperature not yetreached

central = normal operating



of fuel is empty

As soon as the liquid gas tank isempty, petrol operation isautomatically engaged until theignition is switched off.

Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 204.

Engine coolant

temperature gauge

area temperatureright area = temperature too high

Caution

If engine coolant temperature istoo high, stop vehicle, switch off engine. Danger to engine. Checkcoolant level.

Service display

The engine oil life system lets youknow when to change the engine oiland filter. Based on drivingconditions, the interval at which anengine oil and filter change will beindicated can vary considerably.

In the Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display, the remaining oil lifeduration is displayed in the Vehicle

Information Menu.

In the Midlevel-Display, the remainingengine oil life duration is displayed bythe control indicator I, therefore theignition must be switched on, with theengine not running.

The menu and function can beselected via the buttons on the turnsignal lever.

To display the remaining engine oillife duration:


code appears in the Driver Information Centre. Have engine oiland filter changed by a workshopwithin one week or 500 km(whichever occurs first).

f C 3



Press the MENU button to select theVehicle Information Menu.

Turn the adjuster wheel to selectRemaining Oil Life.

The system must be reset every timethe engine oil is changed to allowproper functionality. Seek theassistance of a workshop.

Press the SET/CLR button to reset.Therefore the ignition must beswitched on, with the engine notrunning.

When the system has calculated thatengine oil life has been diminished,Change Engine Oil Soon or a warning

Driver Information Centre 3 115.

Service information 3 272.

Control indicators

The control indicators described arenot present in all vehicles. Thedescription applies to all instrumentversions. Depending on theequipment, the position of the controlindicators may vary. When the

ignition is switched on, most controlindicators will illuminate briefly as afunctionality test.

The control indicator colours mean:

red = danger, importantreminder

yellow = warning, information, faultgreen = confirmation of activationblue = confirmation of activation

white = confirmation of activation


Control indicators in the instrument cluster




Control indicators in the centre

console

Bulb replacement 3 223, Fuses3 241.

Turn signals 3 141.

When the ignition is switched on, thecontrol indicator illuminates for approx. 4 seconds. If it does notilluminate, does not go out after 4 seconds or illuminates whilstdriving there is a fault in the airbag



Turn signalO illuminates or flashes green.

Illuminates briefly

The parking lights are switched on.

Flashes

A turn signal or the hazard warningflashers are activated.

Rapid flashing: failure of a turn signallight or associated fuse, failure of turnsignal light on trailer.

Seat belt reminder

Seat belt reminder on front

seats

X for driver's seat illuminates or flashes red.

k for front passenger seat illuminatesor flashes red, when the seat isoccupied.

Illuminates

After the ignition has been switchedon until the seat belt has beenfastened.

Flashes

After having started the engine for amaximum of 100 seconds until theseat belt has been fastened.

Airbag and belt tensionersv illuminates red.

driving, there is a fault in the airbagsystem. Seek the assistance of a

workshop. The airbags and beltpretensioners may fail to trigger in thevent of an accident.

Deployment of the belt pretensioneror airbags is indicated by continuousillumination of v.

Warning

Have the cause of the faultremedied immediately by aworkshop.

Belt pretensioners, airbag system3 46, 3 49.

Airbag deactivation

V illuminates yellow.

Illuminates for approx. 60 secondsafter the ignition is switched on. Thefront passenger airbag is activated.


* illuminates yellow.

The front passenger airbag isdeactivated 3 51.

Danger

Malfunction indicator light

Z illuminates or flashes yellow.

Illuminates when the ignition isswitched on and extinguishes shortlyafter the engine starts.

Seek the assistance of a workshop.


Brake and clutch system



Risk of fatal injury for a child using

a child restraint system together with activated front passenger airbag.

Risk of fatal injury for an adultperson with deactivated frontpassenger airbag.

Charging system

p illuminates red.Illuminates when the ignition isswitched on and extinguishes shortlyafter the engine starts.

Illuminates when the engine is

running

Stop, switch off engine. Battery is notcharging. Engine cooling may be

interrupted. The brake servo unit maycease to be effective. Seek theassistance of a workshop.

after the engine starts.

Illuminates when the engine is

running

Fault in the emission control system.The permitted emission limits may beexceeded. Seek the assistance of aworkshop immediately.

Flashes when the engine is

running

Fault that could lead to catalyticconverter damage. Ease up on theaccelerator until the flashing stops.Seek the assistance of a workshopimmediately.

Service vehicle soon

g illuminates yellow.

Additionally a warning message or awarning code is displayed.The vehicle needs a service.

Brake and clutch fluid level

& illuminates red.

The brake and clutch fluid level is toolow 3 219.

Warning

Stop. Do not continue your journey. Consult a workshop.

Illuminates after the ignition isswitched on if the manual parkingbrake is applied 3 167.

Operate pedal

- illuminates or flashes yellow.

Clutch pedal needs to be operated tostart the engine. Stop-start system3 158.


Illuminates

Brake pedal needs to be operated torelease the electrical parking brake3 167.

Flashes

Electrical parking brake

fault

j illuminates or flashes yellow.

If the control indicator does not go ouafter a few seconds, or if it illuminatewhile driving, there is a fault in theABS. The brake system remainsoperational but without ABSregulation.



Clutch pedal needs to be operated to

start the engine 3 156.


m illuminates or flashes red.

Illuminates

Electrical parking brake is applied3 167.

Flashes

Electrical parking brake is not fullyapplied or released. Switch onignition, depress brake pedal andattempt to reset the system by firstreleasing and then applying theelectrical parking brake. If m remainsflashing, do not drive and seek theassistance of a workshop.

Illuminates

Electrical parking brake is operating

with degraded performance 3 167.

Flashes

Electrical parking brake is in servicemode. Stop vehicle, apply andrelease the electrical parking brake toreset.

Warning

Have the cause of the faultremedied immediately by aworkshop.

Antilock brake system

(ABS)

u illuminates yellow.

Illuminates for a few seconds after theignition is switched on. The system isready for oper ation when the controlindicator extinguishes.

egu at o

Antilock brake system 3 166.

Upshift

[ illuminates green as controlindicator, or is shown as a symbol inthe Driver Information Centre withUplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display, when upshifting isrecommended for fuel savingreasons.

On some versions gear shiftindication is popped up as full page ithe Driver Information Centre.

EcoFlex drive assistant 3 126.

Power steering

c illuminates yellow.


Illuminates with power steering

reduced

Power steering is reduced due tooverheating of the system. Controlindicator extinguishes when thesystem has cooled down

Fault in system

or

Fault due to sensors that are dirty or covered by ice or snow

or

Illuminates

A fault in the system is present.Continued driving is possible. Drivingstability, however, may deterioratedepending on road surfaceconditions



system has cooled down.


Illuminates with power steering

disabled

Failure in the power steering system.Consult a workshop.

Lane departure warning

) illuminates green or flashes yellow.

Illuminates green

System is switched on and ready tooperate.

Flashes yellow

System recognises an unintendedlane change.

Ultrasonic parking assist

r illuminates yellow.

Interference due to external sources

of ultrasound. Once the source of interference is removed, the systemwill operate normally.

Have the cause of the fault in thesystem remedied by a workshop.

Ultrasonic parking assist 3 189.

Electronic Stability Control

off

n illuminates yellow.

The system is deactivated.


and Traction Control

system

b illuminates or flashes yellow.

conditions.

Have the cause of the fault remedied

by a workshop.

Flashes

The system is actively engaged.Engine output may be reduced andthe vehicle may be brakedautomatically to a small degree.

Electronic Stability Control 3 170,Traction Control system 3 169.

Traction Control system off

k illuminates yellow.

The system is deactivated.

Preheating

! illuminates yellow.

Preheating is activated. Onlyactivates when outside temperatureis low.


Diesel particle filter

% illuminates or flashes yellow.

The diesel particle filter requirescleaning.

Continue driving until %

Illuminates

Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediatelyand check tyre pressure.

Flashes

Fault in system or tyre without

1. Depress clutch.

2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.

3. Move out of the flow of traffic asquickly as possible withoutimpeding other vehicles



Continue driving until %

extinguishes. If possible, do not allow

engine speed to drop below2000 rpm.

Illuminates

The diesel particle filter is full. Startcleaning process as soon aspossible.

Flashes

The maximum filling level of the filter is reached. Start cleaning processimmediately to avoid damage to theengine.

Diesel particle filter 3 160, Stop-startsystem 3 158.

Tyre pressure monitoring

systemw illuminates or flashes yellow.

Fault in system or tyre withoutpressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare

wheel). After 60-90 seconds thecontrol indicator illuminatescontinuously. Consult a wor kshop.

Engine oil pressure

I illuminates red.

Illuminates when the ignition isswitched on and extinguishes shortly

after the engine starts.Illuminates when the engine is

running

Caution

Engine lubrication may beinterrupted. This may result indamage to the engine and/or locking of the drive wheels.

impeding other vehicles.

4. Switch off ignition.

Warning

When the engine is off,considerably more force is neededto brake and steer. During anAutostop the brake servo unit willstill be operational.

Do not remove key until vehicle isstationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engageunexpectedly.

Check oil level before seeking theassistance of a workshop 3 217.

Low fuel

i illuminates or flashes yellow.


Illuminates

Level in fuel tank is too low.

Flashes

Fuel used up. Refuel immediately.Never run the tank dry.

High beam

C illuminates blue.

Illuminated when high beam is on or during headlight flash 3 135, or whenhigh beam is on with high beam

Control indicator f flashes for approx.4 seconds after the ignition isswitched on as a reminder that thesystem has been activated 3 137.

Automatic light control 3 135.



Never run the tank dry.

Catalytic converter 3 161.

Bleeding the diesel fuel system3 222.

Immobiliser

d flashes yellow.

Fault in the immobiliser system. Theengine cannot be started.

Reduced engine power

# illuminates yellow.

The engine power is limited. Consulta wor kshop.

Exterior light

8 illuminates green.

The exterior lights are on 3 134.

assist, adaptive forward lighting3

137.

High beam assist

l illuminates green.

The high beam assist is activated,see adaptive forward lighting 3 137.

Adaptive forward lighting

f illuminates or flashes yellow.

Illuminates

Fault in system.

Seek the assistance of a workshop.

Flashes

System switched to symmetrical lowbeam.

Fog light> illuminates green.

The front fog lights are on 3 141.

Rear fog light

r illuminates yellow.

The rear fog light is on 3 142.

Low washer fluid

G illuminates yellow.

The washer fluid level is low.

Washer fluid 3 219.

Cruise control

m illuminates white or green.

Illuminates white

The system is on.


Illuminates green

Cruise control is active.

Cruise control 3 174.

Adaptive cruise control

Information displays

Driver Information Centre

The Driver Information Centre (DIC)is located in the instrument cluster b t d t d

■ trip/fuel information

■ vehicle messages, displayed ascode numbers 3 122.



m illuminates white or green.

Illuminates white

The system is on.

Illuminates green

Adaptive cruise control is active.

Adaptive cruise control 3 176.

Vehicle detected ahead

A illuminates green.

A vehicle ahead is detected in thesame lane.

Adaptive cruise control 3 176,Forward collision alert 3 183.

Door open

h illuminates red.A door or the tailgate is open.

between speedometer andtachometer. It is available asMidlevel-Display, Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display.

Midlevel-Display indicates:

■ overall odometer

■ trip odometer

■ some control indicators

■ vehicle information

In the Uplevel-Display the followingmain menus can be selected bypushing the MENU button:

■ Vehicle Information Menu

■ Trip/Fuel Information Menu

■ Performance Menu


Selecting menus and functions

The menus and functions can beselected via the buttons on the turnsignal lever.



In the Uplevel-Combi-Display, menupages can be selected by pushing theMENU button, Menu symbols areindicated in the top line of the display:

■X Vehicle Information Menu

■W Trip/Fuel Information Menu

■s EcoFlex Drive Assist Menu

■C Performance Menu

Some of the displayed functions differ between vehicle driving and standstilland some functions are only activewhen the vehicle is driving.

Vehicle personalisation 3 128.Memorised settings 3 24.

Press the MENU button to switchbetween the menus or to return froma submenu to the next higher menulevel.

Turn the adjuster wheel to highlight amenu option or to set a numeric value.

Press the SET/CLR button to select afunction or to confirm a message.


Vehicle Information Menu

Press the MENU button to select theVehicle Information Menu, or onUplevel-Combi-Display selectX.

Turn the adjuster wheel to select asubmenu. Press the button

■ Speed Warning: if exceeding thepreset speed, a warning chime wibe activated

■ Traffic Sign Assistant: displaysdetected traffic signs for the currenroute section 3 199



submenu. Press the SET/CLR buttonto confirm.

Follow the instructions given in thesubmenus.

Possible submenus can be,depending on the version:

■ Unit: displayed units can bechanged

■ Tyre Pressure: checks tyrepressure of all wheels during

driving 3 250

■ Remaining Oil Life: indicates whento change the engine oil and filter 3 106

■ Following Distance Indication:

displays the distance to apreceding moving vehicle 3 186

Selection and indication can bedifferent between Midlevel-, Upleveland Uplevel-Combi-Display.


Trip/Fuel Information Menu

Press the MENU button to select theTrip/Fuel Information Menu, or selectW on Uplevel-Combi-Display.

Turn the adjuster wheel to select asubmenu. Press the SET/CLR button

Reset trip odometer by pressing theSET/CLR button on the turn signallever for a few seconds or by pressingthe reset knob between speedometer and Driver Information Centre withthe ignition on.

O

Submenus are:



to confirm.

■ Trip odometer 1

■ Trip odometer 2

■ Digital speed

Trip odometer 2 and digital speed areonly available on vehicles withUplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display.

On vehicles with trip computer more

submenus are available.Selection and indication can bedifferent between Midlevel-, Uplevel-,and Uplevel-Combi-Display.

Trip/Fuel Information Menu, TripComputer 3 126.

ECO Information Menu

Press the MENU button to select

s in the top line of the Uplevel-Combi-Display.

Turn the adjuster wheel to select asubmenu. Press the SET/CLR buttonto confirm.

■ Shift indication: Current gear isindicated inside an arrow. Thecypher above recommends

upshifting for fuel saving reasons.Eco index display: The current fuelconsumption is indicated on asegment display. For economicaldriving adapt your drivingcharacteristic to keep the filledsegments within the Eco area. Themore segments are filled, thehigher is the fuel consumption.

Simultaneously the currentconsumption value is indicated.


Performance Menu



■ Top Consumers: List of top comfortconsumers currently switched on isdisplayed in descending order. Fuelsaving potential is indicated. A

switched off consumer disappearsfrom the list and the consumptionvalue will be updated.

■ Economy Trend: Displays theaverage consumption developmentover a distance of 50 km. Filledsegments display the consumption

in 5 km steps and shows the effectof topography or driving behaviour on fuel consumption.

Press the MENU button to select thePerformance Menu, or selectC oUplevel-Combi-Display.

Turn the adjuster wheel to select asubmenu. Press the SET/CLR buttoto confirm.

Submenus are:

■ Oil Temp.: Display of oiltemperature.

■ Oil Pres.: Display of oil pressure.

■Boost Pres.

: Display of turbo boospressure.


■ Lap Timer: Display of lap times, topspeed, average speed and averagetime. Follow the instructions givenin the submenu.

■ Coolant Temp.: Display of coolanttemperature.

Graphic-Info-Display



■ Battery Volt.: Display of battery

voltage.■ Acceleration: Display of current

acceleration in all directions.

Graphic-Info-Display,

Colour-Info-Display

Depending on the vehicleconfiguration the vehicle has a

Graphic- or Colour-Info-Display. TheInfo-Display is located in theinstrument panel above theInfotainment system.

Depending on the Infotainmentsystem, the Graphic-Info-Display isavailable in two versions.

Graphic-Info-Display indicates:

■ time 3 102

■ outside temperature 3 101

■ date3

102■ Infotainment system, seedescription in the Infotainmentsystem manual

■ settings for vehicle personalisation3 128


Colour-Info-Display

■ vehicle messages 3 122

■ settings for vehicle personalisation3 128

The type of information and how it isdisplayed depends on the equipmentof the vehicle and the settings made.

Selecting with the Infotainment

system



The Colour-Information-Displayindicates in colour:

■ time3

102■ outside temperature 3 101

■ date 3 102

■ Infotainment system, seedescription in the Infotainmentsystem manual

■ navigation, see description in theInfotainment system manual

■ system settings

Selecting menus and settings

Menus and settings are accessed viathe display.

Selections are made via:

■ menus

■ function buttons and multifunctionknob of the Infotainment system

Select a function via the Infotainmensystem buttons. The menu of the

selected function is displayed.The multifunction knob is used toselect an item and to confirm.

Multifunction knob

The multifunction knob is the centracontrol element for the menus:

Turn

■ To mark a menu option

■ To set a numeric value or to displaa menu option


Press (the outer ring)

■ To select or activate the markedoption

■ To confirm a set value

■ To switch a system function on/off

button

Vehicle messages

Messages are indicated mainly in theDriver Information Centre (DIC), insome cases together with a warningand signal buzzer.

Vehicle messages on the

Midlevel-Display



BACK button

Press button to:■ exit a menu without changing

settings

■ return from a submenu to a higher menu level

■ delete the last character in acharacter sequence

Press and hold the button for a few

seconds to delete the entire entry.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

Memorised settings 3 24.

Smartphone controller

The smartphone controller allows asmartphone to access vehicle datavia WLAN or Bluetooth connection.

This data can then be displayed andanalysed on the smartphone.

Press the SET/CLR button, theMENU button or turn the adjuster wheel to confirm a message.

The vehicle messages are displayedas code numbers.

No. Vehicle message

2 No radio remote controldetected, depress clutch pedalfor a restart

3 Engine coolant level low

4 Air conditioning off

5 Steering wheel is locked


No. Vehicle message

6 Depress brake pedal to releaseelectrical parking brake

7 Turn steering wheel, switchignition off and then on

No. Vehicle message

24 Number plate light failure

25 Left front turn signal failure

26 Left rear turn signal failure

2 Ri h f i l f il

No. Vehicle message

54 Water in diesel fuel filter

55 Diesel particle filter is full3 160

56 Tyre pressure imbalance on



9 Turn steering wheel, startengine again

12 Vehicle overloaded

13 Compressor overheated

15 Centre high-mounted brakelight failure

16 Brake light failure

17 Headlight levelling malfunction18 Left low beam failure

19 Rear fog light failure

20 Right low beam failure

21 Left sidelight failure

22 Right sidelight failure

23 Reversing light failure

27 Right front turn signal failure

28 Right rear turn signal failure

29 Check trailer brake light

30 Check trailer reversing light

31 Check left trailer turn signal

32 Check right trailer turn signal

33 Check trailer rear fog light

34 Check trailer rear light

35 Replace battery in radio remotecontrol

48 Clean side blind zone alertsystem

49 Lane departure warningunavailable

53 Tighten gas cap

56 Tyre pressure imbalance on

front axle57 Tyre pressure imbalance on

rear axle

58 Tyres without TPMS sensorsdetected

59 Open and then close driver window

60 Open and then close frontpassenger window

61 Open and then close rear leftwindow

62 Open and then close rear rightwindow

65 Theft attempted

66 Service theft alarm system

67 Service steering wheel lock


No. Vehicle message

68 Service power steering

69 Service suspension system

70 Service level control system

71 S i l

No. Vehicle message

134 Park assist fault, clean bumper

136 Service parking assist

145 Check washer fluid level

174 L b tt

The vehicle messages are displayedas text. Follow the instructions givenin the messages.

The system displays messagesregarding the following topics:

■ Fluid levels



71 Service rear axle

74 Service AFL

75 Service air conditioning

76 Service side blind zone alertsystem

77 Service lane departure warning

79 Top up engine oil

81 Service transmission

82 Change engine oil soon

83 Service adaptive cruise control

84 Engine power is reduced

94 Shift to park before exiting

95 Service airbag

128 Bonnet open

174 Low battery

258 Park assist off


Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-

Combi-Display

■ Anti-theft alarm system

■ Brakes

■ Drive systems

■ Ride control systems

■ Cruise control

■ Object detection systems

■ Lighting, bulb replacement

■ Wiper/washer system

■ Doors, windows■ Radio remote control

■ Seat belts

■ Airbag systems

■ Engine and transmission

■ Tyre pressure

■ Diesel particle filter

■ Battery



Colour-Info-Display

Some important messages appear additionally in theColour-Info-Display. Press themultifunction knob to confirm amessage Some messages only pop

■ If a warning message or a warningcode appears in the Driver Information Centre.

■ If the parking assist detects anobject.

■ If unintended lane change occurs.

If th i d d

1. Switch off immediately electricalconsumers which are not requirefor a safe ride, such as seatheating, heated rear window or other main consumers.

2. Charge the battery by drivingcontinuously for a while or by



message. Some messages only pop

up for a few seconds.

Warning chimes

When starting the engine or

whilst driving

Only one warning chime will sound ata time.

The warning chime regardingunfastened seat belts has priorityover any other warning chime.

■ If seat belt is not fastened.

■ If a door or the tailgate is not fullyclosed when starting off.

■ If a certain speed is exceeded withparking brake applied.

■ If a programmed speed is

exceeded.

■ If the reverse gear is engaged andthe rear end carrier extended.

■ If the diesel particle filter hasreached the maximum filling level.

When the vehicle is parked and/

or the driver's door is opened

■ When the key is in the ignitionswitch.

■ With exterior lights on.During an Autostop

■ If the driver's door is opened.

Battery voltage

When the battery voltage is runninglow, a warning message or warningcode 174 will appear in the Driver

Information Centre.

continuously for a while or by

using a charging device.The warning message or warningcode will disappear after the enginehas been started two timesconsecutively without voltage drop.

If the battery cannot be recharged,have the cause of the fault remediedby a workshop.




■ Trip odometer 2

■ Average consumption 2

■ Average speed 2

button, making it possible to displaydifferent trip information for differentdrivers.



■ Trip odometer 1

■ Average consumption 1

■ Average speed 1■ Digital speed

■ Range

■ Instantaneous consumption

■ Route guidance

Trip computer 1 and 2

The information of two trip computerscan be reset separately for odometer,average consumption and average

speed by pressing the SET/CLR

Trip odometer

Trip odometer displays the recordeddistance since a certain reset.

Trip odometer counts up to a distancof 2000 km and then restarts at 0.

To reset, press the SET/CLR buttonfor a few seconds.


Range

Range is calculated from current fueltank content and currentconsumption. The display showsaverage values.

After refuelling, the range is updatedautomatically after a brief delay.

Instantaneous consumption

Display of the instantaneousconsumption.

Average speed

Display of average speed. Themeasurement can be reset at any

Vehicle personalisation

The vehicle's behaviour can bepersonalised via changing thesettings in the Info-Display.

Some of the personal settings for different drivers can be memorised



auto at ca y a te a b e de ay

When the fuel level in the tank is low,a message appears on vehicles withUplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display.

When the tank has to be refuelledimmediately, a warning code or warning message is displayed onvehicles with Midlevel- and Uplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display.

Additionally the control indicator i inthe fuel gauge illuminates or flashes3 113.

Average consumption

Display of average consumption. Themeasurement can be reset at anytime and starts with a default value.

To reset, press the SET/CLR button

for a few seconds.

time.To reset, press the SET/CLR buttonfor a few seconds.

Digital speed

Digital display of the instantaneousspeed.

Traffic sign assistant

Indicates detected traffic signs for thecurrent route section 3 199.

Route guidance

Additionally to the navigationinformation in the Color-Info-Display,route guidance is displayed in theDriver Information Centre.

different drivers can be memorised

individually for each vehicle key.Memorised settings 3 24.

Depending on vehicle equipment andcountry-specific regulations some of the functions described below mightnot be available.

Some functions are only displayed or active when the engine is running.


Personal settings in the

Graphic-Info-Display

Sport mode settings

The driver can select the functionswhich will be activated in Sport mod3 171.

■ Sport suspension: Dampingbecomes harder.

■ :




The following settings can beselected by turning and pressing themultifunction knob:


■ Languages

■ Time Date

■ Radio settings

■ Phone settings

■ Vehicle settings

In the corresponding submenus thefollowing settings can be changed:

Sport powertrain performance:

Accelerator pedal and gear changcharacteristics become moreresponsive.

■ Sport steering: Steering support isreduced.

■ Swap backlight colour main instr.:Change of instrument illuminationcolour.

Languages

Selection of the desired language.

Time Date

See Clock 3 102.

Radio settings

See description for Infotainmentsystem in the Infotainment systemmanual.


Phone settings


Vehicle settings

Auto rear demist: Activatesautomatically rear heated window.

Park assist: Activates or deactivates the ultrasonic parkingassist.

Auto collision preparation:Changes or activates/deactivatessettings for adaptive cruise control,forward collision alert and collision



■ Climate and air quality

Auto fan speed: Modifies the fanregulation. Changed setting will beactive after switching the ignition off and on again.

Climate control mode: Activates or deactivates the cooling every time

the ignition is switched on or usesthe last chosen setting.


Chime volume: Changes the

volume of warning chimes.Personalization by driver: Activatesor deactivates the personalisationfunction.

Rear auto wipe in reverse:Activates or deactivatesautomatically switching on of therear window wiper when reversegear is engaged.

■ Park assist / Collision detection

imminent braking system.Side blind zone alert: Changes thesettings for the side blind spot alertsystem.

■ Exterior ambient lighting

Duration upon exit of vehicle:Activates or deactivates andchange the duration of exit lighting.

Exterior lighting by unlocking:Activates or deactivates thewelcome lighting.

■ Power door locks

Auto door lock: Activates or deactivates the automatic door unlocking function after switchingoff ignition. Activates or deactivatesthe automatic door locking functionafter driving off.

Stop door lock if door open:Activates or deactivates the


automatic door locking functionwhile a door is open.

Delayed door lock: Activates or deactivates the delayed door locking function.

■ Remote locking, unlocking, starting

: Activates

Personal settings in the

Colour-Info-Display



Remote unlock feedback: Activates

or deactivates the hazard warningflasher feedback whilst unlocking.

Remote door unlock: Changes theconfiguration to unlock only thedriver's door or the whole vehiclewhilst unlocking.

Auto relock doors: Activates or deactivates the automatic relockfunction after unlocking withoutopening the vehicle.

■ Restore factory settings

Restore factory settings: Reset allsettings to the default settings.


The following settings can beselected by turning and pressing themultifunction knob:


■ Languages

■ Time Date

■ Radio settings

■ Phone settings

■ Navigation settings

■ Vehicle settings

■ Display settings

In the corresponding submenus thefollowing settings can be changed:


Sport mode settings

The driver can select the functionswhich will be activated in Sport mode3 171.

■ Sport suspension: Dampingbecomes harder.

■ Sport powertrain performance:

Phone settings


Navigation settings

See description for Infotainmentsystem in the Infotainment system

Climate control mode: Activates or deactivates cooling when switchingon the ignition or uses the lastchosen setting.

Auto rear demist: Activatesautomatically the rear heatedwindow.



Accelerator pedal and gear changecharacteristics become moreresponsive.

■ Sport steering: Steering support isreduced.

■ Swap backlight colour main instr.:Change of instrument illuminationcolour.

Languages

Selection of the desired language.

Time Date

See Clock 3 102.

Radio settings


system in the Infotainment system

manual.

Vehicle settings

■ Climate and air quality

Auto fan speed: Modifies the fan

regulation. Changed setting will beactive after switching the ignition off and on again.


Chime volume: Changes thevolume of warning chimes.

Rear auto wipe in reverse:Activates or deactivatesautomatically switching on of the

rear window wiper when reversegear is engaged.


■ Park assist / Collision detection

Park assist: Activates or deactivates the ultrasonic parkingassist.

Auto collision preparation:Changes or activates/deactivatessettings for adaptive cruise control,

Prevent doorlock while door open:Activates or deactivates theautomatic door locking functionwhile a door is open.

■ Lock / Unlock / Start by remote

Remote unlock feedback: Activatesor deactivates the hazard warning

■ Automatic mode: The displaychanges mode when the vehiclelights are switched on/off.

■ Rear view camera: Changes thesettings for the rear view camera.

■ Picture frame: See description forInfotainment system in the



forward collision alert and collisionimminent braking system.

Side blind zone alert: Changes thesettings for the side blind spot alertsystem.

■ Exterior ambient lighting

Duration upon exit of vehicle:Activates or deactivates andchanges the duration of exit

lighting.Exterior lighting by unlocking:Activates or deactivates thewelcome lighting.

■ Power door locks

Auto door lock: Activates or deactivates the automatic door unlocking function after switching

off ignition. Activates or deactivatesthe automatic door locking functionafter driving off.

flasher feedback whilst unlocking.Remote door unlock: Changes theconfiguration to unlock only thedriver's door or the whole vehiclewhilst unlocking.

Auto relock doors: Activates or deactivates the automatic relockfunction after unlocking withoutopening the vehicle.

■ Restore factory settings

Restore factory settings: Resets allsettings to the default settings.

Display settings

Selectable display settings:

■ Day mode: Optimisation for daylight conditions.

■ Night mode: Optimisation for darkness.

Infotainment system manual.

134 Lighting

Lighting

Exterior lighting .......................... 134

Interior lighting ........................... 143

Lighting features ........................ 144

Exterior lighting

Light switch

Light switch with Automatic light

control



Turn light switch:7 = lights off 8 = sidelights9 = low beam

Control indicator 8 3 114.

Turn light switch:

AUTO = automatic light control: lowbeam is switched on andoff automaticallydepending on externallighting conditions.

m = activation or deactivationof the automatic lightcontrol. Switch turns backto AUTO.

8 = sidelights

9 = low beam

Lighting 13

In the Driver Information Centre withUplevel-Display or Uplevel-Combi-Display, the current status of theautomatic light control is displayed.

When switching on the ignition,automatic light control is active.

When low beam is on, 8 lights up.

When the automatic light controlfunction is switched on and theengine is running, the systemswitches between daytime runninglight and headlights automaticallydepending on the lighting conditionsand information given by the rainsensor system.

High beam



Control indicator 8 3 114.Tail lights

Tail lights are illuminated together with low/high beam and sidelights.

Automatic light control

Daytime running light

Daytime running light increasesvisibility of the vehicle during daylight.

Automatic headlight activation

During poor lighting conditions theheadlights are switched on.

Furthermore the headlights are

switched on if the windscreen wipershave been activated for severalwipes.

Tunnel detection

When a tunnel is entered theheadlights are switched on withoutany delay.

Adaptive forward lighting 3 137.

To switch from low to high beam,push lever.

To switch to low beam, push lever again or pull.

High beam assist

This feature allows high beam asmain driving light by night and whenvehicle speed is faster than 40 km/h

136 Lighting

It switches to low beam when:

■ a sensor detects the lights of oncoming or preceding vehicles

■ the vehicle speed is slower than20 km/h

■ it is foggy or snowy

■ driving in urban areas

The green control indicator l

illuminates continuously when theassist is activated, the blue one 7illuminates when high beam is on.

Control indicator l 3 114.

Deactivation

Headlight range

adjustment

Manual headlight range

adjustment



g

If there are no restrictions detected,the system switches back to highbeam.

Activation

The high beam assist is activated bypushing the indicator lever twice witha speed above 40 km/h.

Push indicator lever once. It is alsodeactivated when front fog lights areswitched on.

If a headlight flash is activated whenthe high beam is on, the high beamassist will be deactivated.

If a headlight flash is activated whenthe high beam is off, the high beamassist will stay activated.

The latest setting of the high beamassist will remain after the ignition isswitched on again.

Headlight flash

To activate the headlight flash, pulllever.

To adapt headlight range to thevehicle load to prevent dazzling: turnthumb wheel ? to required position.

0 = front seats occupied1 = all seats occupied2 = all seats occupied and load

compartment laden3 = driver's seat occupied and load

compartment laden.

Lighting 13

Dynamic automatic headlightlevelling 3 137.

Headlights when driving

abroad

The asymmetrical headlight beamextends visibility at the edge of the

Vehicles with Xenon headlight

system

For deactivation operate the sameprocedure as described above. f winot flash when function isdeactivated.


The Adaptive forward lighting



y groad at the passenger side.However, when driving in countrieswhere traffic drives on the oppositeside of the road, adjust the headlightsto prevent dazzling of oncomingtraffic.

Vehicles with halogen headlight

system

The headlights do not have to beadjusted.

1. Key in ignition switch.

2. Pull turn signal lever and hold(headlight flash).

3. Switch on ignition.

4. After approx. 5 seconds thecontrol indicator f starts flashingand an acoustic signal sounds.

Control indicator f 3 114.

Every time the ignition is switched on,f flashes as a reminder for approx. 4seconds.

functions are only available with Bi-Xenon headlights. Light range, lightdistribution and intensity of light arevariably triggered depending on thelight conditions, weather and roadtype.

With the light switch in positionAUTO all lighting functions areavailable.

The following functions are availablealso with light switch in position 9:

■ Dynamic curve lighting

■ Cornering light

■ Reversing function

■ Dynamic automatic headlightlevelling

138 Lighting

Playstreet lighting

Activated automatically at low speedup to approx. 30 km/h. The light beamis turned at an angle of 8° to theroadside.

Town lighting

Activated automatically at a speed

Adverse weather lighting

Activated automatically up to a speedof approx. 70 km/h, when the rainsensor recognizes condensation or the wiper operates continuously. Therange, distribution and light intensityis regulated variably depending onvisibility.

Corner lighting



y prange between approx. 40 and55 km/h and when street lights aredetected by the light sensor. The lightrange is reduced by an extended lightdistribution.

Country lighting

Activated automatically at a speedrange between approx. 55 and

115 km/h. The beam of light and thebrightness is different between theleft and the right side.

Motorway lighting

Activated automatically at a speedabove approx. 115 km/h and minimalsteering movements. It switches onafter a delay or directly when the

vehicle is powerfully accelerated. Thelight beam is longer and brighter.

Dynamic curve lighting

The light beam pivots based onsteering wheel angle and speed,improving lighting in curves.


On tight bends or when turning off,depending on the steering angle or the turn signal light, an additional leftor right reflector is switched on whichilluminates the road at a right angle tothe direction of travel. It is activatedup to a speed of 40 km/h.


Reversing function

If the headlights are on and reversegear is engaged, both corner lightsare switched on. They remainilluminated for 20 seconds after disengaging reverse gear or untildriving faster than 17 km/h in aforward gear.

Lighting 13

High Beam Assist

This feature allows high beam asmain driving light by night and whenvehicle speed is faster than 40 km/h.

It switches to low beam when:

■ the camera in the windscreendetects the lights of oncoming or

Activation If a headlight flash is activated whenthe high beam is on, the high beamassist will be deactivated.

If a headlight flash is activated whenthe high beam is off, the high beamassist will stay activated.

High beam assist is alwayas active



preceding vehicles■ the vehicle speed is slower than

20 km/h

■ it is foggy or snowy

■ driving in urban areas


The high beam assist is activated bypushing the indicator lever twice witha speed above 40 km/h.

The green control indicator lilluminates continuously when theassist is activated, the blue one7illuminates when high beam is on.

Control indicator l 3 114.

Deactivation

Push indicator lever once. It is alsodeactivated when front fog lights are

switched on.

after the ignition is switched on.Intelligent light ranging with

automatic high beam activation

Intelligent light ranging uses theproperties of Bi-Xenon headlights toextend the light range of the low beamby up to 400 metres and additionallyactivates automatic high beamwithout dazzling or disturbingoncoming or preceding traffic.High beam is deactivated and the lowbeam light range is reduced to avoiddazzling when the followingrestrictions are detected by the frontcamera in the windscreen:

■ a preceding vehicle is recognised

■ an oncoming vehicle is recognised

■ urban areas are entered,■ it is foggy or snowy.

140 Lighting


When the system is active, the frontcamera monitors the area ahead of the vehicle and ensures an optimumlight distribution for maximum driver vision during almost all conditions.

A special topographical evaluationfunction detects preceding vehicleson hills or slopes by recognising therear light moving ahead. The systemadjusts the height of the light range toensure optimum illumination on theroad ahead without dazzling.

Automatic high beam activationoperates at a speed above 40 km/hand deactivates below 20 km/h.Intelligent light ranging operatesabove 55 km/h.

The green control indicator l

illuminates continuously when thefunction is activated, the blue one 7



Intelligent light ranging with automatichigh beam activation thereforereduces the difference betweenconventional low and high beamwithout drastic changes in light-range, distribution and intensity.

Activation

Intelligent light ranging and automatichigh beam activation are switched ontogether by pushing the indicator lever twice. They can be switched onwith ignition on.

illuminates when high beam switcheson automatically.

Deactivation

Push indicator lever once. It is alsodeactivated when front fog lights areswitched on.

Dynamic automatic headlight

levelling

To prevent oncoming traffic fromdazzle, headlight levelling isautomatically adjusted based oninclination information measured byfront and rear axle, acceleration or deceleration and vehicle speed.

Lighting 14

Fault in adaptive forward

lighting system

When the system detects a failure inthe Adaptive forward lighting system,the system moves to a preset positionto avoid dazzling of oncoming traffic.If this is not possible the affectedheadlight will be automatically

In the event of an accident with airbagdeployment the hazard warningflashers are activated automatically.

Turn and lane-change

signals

For three flashes, e.g. when changinlanes, press the lever until resistancis felt and then release.

When a trailer is connected, turnsignal flashes six times whenpressing the lever until resistance isfelt and then releasing.



switched off. In any case oneheadlight will stay on. A warning isdisplayed in the Driver InformationCentre.

Hazard warning flashers

Operated with the ¨ button.

lever up = right turn signallever down = left turn signal

If the lever is moved past theresistance point, the turn signal isswitched on constantly. When thesteering wheel moves back, the turn

signal is automatically deactivated.

Move the lever to the resistance poinand hold for longer indication.

Switch the turn signal off manually bmoving the lever to its originalposition.

Front fog lights

Operated with the > button.

142 Lighting

Light switch in position AUTO:switching on front fog lights will switchheadlights on automatically.

Rear fog lights

Parking lights Reversing lights

The reversing light comes on whenthe ignition is on and reverse gear isselected.

Misted light covers

The inside of the light housing may



Operated with the r button.

Light switch in position AUTO:switching on rear fog light will switchheadlights on automatically.

Light switch in position 8: rear foglight can only be switched on withfront fog lights.

The vehicle rear fog light isdeactivated when towing.

When the vehicle is parked, theparking lights on one side can beactivated:


2. Move turn signal lever all the wayup (right parking lights) or down(left parking lights).

Confirmed by a signal and thecorresponding turn signal controlindicator.

mist up briefly in poor, wet and coldweather conditions, in heavy rain or after washing. The mist disappearsquickly by itself; to help switch on theheadlights.

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Interior lighting

Instrument panel

illumination control

On vehicles with light sensor, thebrightness can only be adjusted whenthe exterior lights are on and the lightsensor detects night conditions.

Interior lights

During entry and exit of the vehicle,

h f d li h

Operate rocker switch:

w = automatic switching onand off.

press u = on.press v = off.

Courtesy light on version with

panorama roof



Brightness of the following lights canbe adjusted when the exterior lightsare on:

■ Instrument panel illumination

■ Info-Display

■ Illuminated switches and operationelements.

Turn thumb wheel A and hold untilthe desired brightness is obtained.

the front and rear courtesy lightsautomatically switch on and then off after a delay.

Note

In the event of an accident withairbag deployment the courtesylights are turned on automatically.

Front courtesy light

Left and right lamps are separatelyswitchable.

Operate rocker switches:

centreposition

= automatic switchingon and off.

press I = on.press 0 = off.

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Rear courtesy lights

Reading lights

Lighting features

Centre console lighting

Spotlight incorporated in the interior lighting comes on when headlightsare switched on.



Illuminates in conjunction with thefront courtesy light depending onrocker switch position.

Press s or t to switch on manually.

Operated with s and t buttons infront and rear courtesy lights.

Sunvisor lights

Illuminates when the cover is opened.

Entry lighting

Welcome lighting

Following lights are switched on for ashort time by unlocking the vehiclewith the radio remote control:

■ headlights,

■ tail lights,

■ reversing lights,■ number plate lights,

■ instrument panel light,

■ interior lights,

■ door and console lights,

■ puddle lights.

Some functions work only in the darkand facilitates locating the vehicle.

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The lighting switches off immediatelywhen the ignition key is turned toposition 1 3 156.

Activation or deactivation of thisfunction can be changed in the menuSettings in the Info-Display. Vehiclepersonalisation 3 128.

Th tti b d f th kb i d 3 24

■ Door and console lights

■ Puddle lights

They will switch off automatically after a delay and will be activated again if the driver's door is opened.

Headlights, tail lights, reversing lightsand number plate lights illuminate the

di f dj t bl

4. Pull turn signal lever.

5. Close driver's door.

If the driver's door is not closed thelights switch off after two minutes.

Exit lighting is switched off immediately if the turn signal lever ispulled while the driver's door is open

A ti ti d ti ti d d ti



The settings can be saved for the keybeing used 3 24.

The following lights will additionallyswitch on when the driver's door isopened:

■ all switches

■ Driver Information Centre

■ door pocket lights

■ console lights.

Exit lighting

The following lights switch on if thekey is removed from the ignitionswitch:

■ Interior lights

■ Instrument panel light (only when it

is dark)

surrounding area for an adjustabletime after leaving the vehicle.

Switching on


2. Remove ignition key.

3. Open driver's door.

Activation, deactivation and durationof this function can be changed in thmenu Settings in the Info-Display.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

The settings can be saved for the kebeing used 3 24.

Battery discharge

protection

Battery state of charge function

The function guarantees longestbattery life via a generator withcontrollable power output andoptimised power distribution.

To prevent discharge of the batterywhen driving, following systems are

reduced automatically in two stagesand finally switched off:

146 Lighting

■ Auxiliary heater

■ Heated rear window and mirrors

■ Heated seats

■ Fan

In the second stage a message whichconfirms the activation of the batterydischarge protection will be displayed

in the Driver Information Centre



in the Driver Information Centre.

Switching off electric lights

To prevent discharge of the batterywhen the ignition is switched off,some interior lights are switched off automatically after some time.

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Climate control

Climate control systems ............. 147

Air vents ..................................... 153

Maintenance .............................. 154

Climate control systems

Heating and ventilation

system

Heating will not be fully effective untthe engine has reached normaloperating temperature.

Air distribution

s = to windscreen and front door windows

M = to head area via adjustable ai

vents



Controls for:

■ Temperature

■ Air distribution

■ Fan speed

■ Demisting and defrosting

Heated rear window Ü 3 36.

Temperaturered = warmblue = cold

ventsK = to foot well

All combinations are possible.

Fan speed

Adjust the air flow by switching the fato the desired speed.

Demisting and defrosting

■ Press button V: fan automaticallyswitches to higher speed, the air distribution is directed towards thewindscreen.

■ Set temperature control to warmeslevel.

■ Switch on heated rear window Ü.

■ Open side air vents as required an

direct them towards the door windows.

148 Climate control

Air conditioning system

The air conditioning system cools anddehumidifies (dries) as soon as theoutside temperature is slightly abovethe freezing point. Thereforecondensation may form and drip fromunder the vehicle.

If no cooling or drying is required,switch the cooling system off to save

fuel When the cooling system is

In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen might mistup from outside, when cold air isdirected to it. If windscreen mists upfrom outside, activate windscreenwiper and deactivate s.

Maximum cooling

Briefly open the windows so that hot



In addition to the heating andventilation system, the air conditioning system has controls for:

n = cooling4 = air recirculation

Heated seats ß 3 45, Heatedsteering wheel * 3 98.

Cooling nOperated with the n button and isfunctional only when the engine and

fan are running.

fuel. When the cooling system isswitched off, no engine restart will berequested by the climate controlsystem during an Autostop.

Air recirculation system 4Operated with the 4 button.

Warning

The exchange of fresh air isreduced in air recirculation mode.In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so thewindows may mist up from inside.The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates,which may cause the vehicleoccupants to feel drowsy.

Briefly open the windows so that hotair can disperse quickly.

■ Cooling n on.

■ Air circulation system 4 on.

■ Press air distribution switch M.

■ Set temperature control to coldestlevel.

■ Set fan speed to highest level.

■ Open all vents.

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windows VNote

If the V button is pressed while theengine is running, an Autostop willbe inhibited until the V button ispressed again.

If the V button is pressed while theengine is in an Autostop, the enginewill restart automatically.

Controls for:

■ Temperature on driver side

■ Air distribution

■ Fan speed

■ Temperature on front passenger side

n = cooling= automatic mode



■ Press button V: fan automaticallyswitches to higher speed, the air

distribution is directed towards thewindscreen.

■ Switch cooling n on.

■ Set temperature control to warmestlevel.


■ Open side air vents as required anddirect them towards the door

windows.

Electronic climate control

system

The dual zone climate control allowsdifferent climatisation temperaturesfor driver and front passenger side.

AUTO = automatic mode4 = manual air recirculationV = demisting and defrosting

Heated rear window Ü 3 36, Heateseats ß 3 45, Heated steering whee* 3 98.

The preselected temperature isautomatically regulated. In the

automatic mode the fan speed and adistribution automatically regulate thair flow.

The system can be manually adaptevia the use of air distribution and airflow controls.

150 Climate control

Automatic mode AUTO

The fan speed regulation in automaticmode can be changed in the menuSettings.

Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

All air vents are actuatedautomatically in automatic mode. Theair vents should therefore always beopen.



Each change of settings is shown inthe Info-Display for a few seconds.

The electronic climate control systemis only fully operational when theengine is running.

Basic setting for maximum comfort:

■ Press AUTO button, the air distribution and fan speed are

regulated automatically.■ Open all air vents.

■ Press n to switch on optimalcooling and demisting.

■ Set the preselected temperaturesfor driver and front passenger usingthe left and right rotary knob to22 °C.

Temperature preselection

Set temperatures to the desiredvalue.

Climate control 15

If the minimum temperature is set, theclimate control system runs atmaximum cooling, if cooling n isswitched on.

If the maximum temperature is set,the climate control system runs atmaximum heating.

Note

If the temperature will be reduced for

Setting of automatic rear windowheating can be changed in the menuSettings in the Info-Display. Vehiclepersonalisation 3 128.

Note

If the V button is pressed while theengine is running, an Autostop willbe inhibited until the V button is

pressed again

Fan speed Z



If the temperature will be reduced for climate comfort reasons, anAutostop can be inhibited or theengine will restart automatically,when cooling is switched on.



windows V■ Press button V.■ Press cooling button n.

■ Temperature and air distributionare set automatically and the fanruns at high speed.


■ To return to previous mode: pressbutton V, to return to automatic

mode: press button AUTO.

pressed again.If the V button is pressed while theengine is in an Autostop, the enginewill restart automatically.

Manual settings

Climate control system settings canbe changed by activating the buttonsand rotary knobs as follows.

Changing a setting will deactivate theautomatic mode.

Press lower button to decrease or upper button to increase fan speed ashown in the illustration. The fan

speed is indicated by the number ofsegments in the display.

Pressing the lower button longer: faand cooling are switched off.

Pressing the upper button longer: thfan runs at maximum speed.

To return to automatic mode: PressAUTO button.

152 Climate control

Air distribution s, M, KPress appropriate button for desiredadjustment. Activation is indicated bythe LED in the button.

s = to windscreen and front door windows.

M = to head area via adjustable air vents

K = to foot well.

system during an Autostop.Exception: defrost system is activatedand outside temperature above 0° Crequests a restart.

The display will indicate ACON whencooling is activated or ACOFF whenthe cooling is deactivated.

Activation or deactivation of coolingoperation after engine start can be

In warm and very humid ambient air conditions, the windscreen might mistup from outside, when cold air isdirected to it. If windscreen mists upfrom outside, activate windscreenwiper and deactivate s.



K to foot well.

All combinations are possible.

Return to automatic air distribution:Deactivate corresponding setting or press button AUTO.

Cooling nActivate or deactivate with the n

button.The air conditioning system cools anddehumidifies (dries) when outsidetemperature is above a specific level.Therefore condensation may formand drip from under the vehicle.

If no cooling or drying is required,switch the cooling system off to savefuel. When the cooling system is

switched off, no engine restart will berequested by the climate control

operation after engine start can bechanged in the menu Settings in theInfo-Display. Vehicle personalisation3 128.

Air recirculation mode 4

Warning

The exchange of fresh air isreduced in air recirculation mode.In operation without cooling the air humidity increases, so thewindows may mist up from inside.The quality of the passenger compartment air deteriorates,which may cause the vehicleoccupants to feel drowsy.

Press button 4 once to activate themanual air recirculation mode.

Activation is indicated by the LED inthe button.

Basic settings

Some settings can be changed in themenu Settings in the Info-Display.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

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Auxiliary heater

Air heater

Quickheat is an electric auxiliary air heater which automatically warms upthe passenger compartment morequickly.

Air vents

Adjustable air vents

At least one air vent must be openwhile the cooling is on.



To open the vent, turn the adjuster wheel towards the bigger W symbol.Adjust the air amount at the ventoutlet by turning the adjuster wheel.

Direct the flow of air by tilting andswivelling the slats.

To close the vent, turn the adjuster wheel towards the smaller W symbol

Warning

Do not attach any objects to theslats of the air vents. Risk of damage and injury in case of anaccident.

Fixed air vents

Additional air vents are locatedbeneath the windscreen and door windows and in the foot wells.

154 Climate control

Maintenance

Air intake

Air conditioning regular

operation

In order to ensure continuouslyefficient performance, cooling mustbe operated for a few minutes once amonth, irrespective of the weather and time of year. Operation with

cooling is not possible when theoutside temperature is too low



The air intake in front of the

windscreen in the enginecompartment must be kept clear toallow air intake. Remove any leaves,dirt or snow.

Pollen filter

The pollen filter cleans dust, soot,pollen and spores from the air entering the vehicle through the air intake.

g poutside temperature is too low.

Service

For optimal cooling performance, it isrecommended to annually check theclimate control system, startingthree years after initial vehicleregistration, including:

■ Functionality and pressure test

■ Heating functionality

■ Leakage check

■ Check of drive belts

■ Cleaning of condenser andevaporator drainage

■ Performance check

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Driving and operating

Driving hints ............................... 155

Starting and operating ............... 156

Engine exhaust .......................... 160

Automatic transmission .............. 162Manual transmission 165

Driving hints

Control of the vehicle

Never coast with engine not

running (except during

Autostop)

Many systems will not function in thissituation (e.g. brake servo unit, power

Pedals

To ensure the pedal travel isuninhibited, there must be no mats ithe area of the pedals.



Manual transmission .................. 165

Brakes ........................................ 166

Ride control systems ................. 169

Driver assistance systems ......... 174

Fuel ............................................ 203

Towing ....................................... 210

y y ( g , psteering). Driving in this manner is adanger to yourself and others. Allsystems function during an Autostop,but there will be a controlled reductionin power steering assist and vehiclespeed is reduced.


Idle boost

If charging of the battery is requireddue to battery condition, the power output of the generator has to beincreased. This will be achieved by anidle boost which may be audible.

On vehicles with Uplevel- or Uplevel-Combi-Display, a message appearsin the Driver Information Centre.

156 Driving and operating

Starting and operating

New vehicle running-in

Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys.

During the first drive, smoke mayoccur because of wax and oil

evaporating off the exhaust system.Park the vehicle in the open for a

Ignition switch positions

■ Power windows

■ Sunroof

■ Power outlets

Power to the Infotainment system willcontinue to operate for 30 minutes or until the key is removed from theignition switch, regardless of whether

any door will be opened.



Park the vehicle in the open for awhile after the first drive and avoidinhaling the fumes.

During the running-in period fuel andengine oil consumption may behigher and the cleaning process of the diesel particle filter may takeplace more often. Autostop may be

inhibited to allow for charging thebattery.

Diesel particle filter 3 160.

0 = Ignition off 1 = Steering wheel lock released,

ignition off

2 = Ignition on, for diesel engine:preheating3 = Starting

Retained power off

The following electronic systems canwork until the driver's door is openedor at the latest for 10 minutes after theignition is switched off:

Starting the engine

Manual transmission: operate clutch.

Automatic transmission: operate

brake and move the selector lever toP or N.


Do not operate the accelerator pedal.

Diesel engine: turn the key to position2 for preheating until controlindicator ! extinguishes.

Turn the key briefly to position 3 andrelease: an automatic procedureoperates the starter with a short delayas long as the engine is running, see

Automatic Starter Control.

Starting the vehicle at low

temperatures

The start of the engine withoutadditional heaters is possible down to-25 °С for diesel engines and -30 °Cfor petrol engines. Required is anengine oil with the correct viscosity,the correct fuel, performed services

and a sufficiently charged battery.With temperatures below -30 °C the

Possible reasons for a non-startingengine:

■ Clutch pedal not operated (manuatransmission)

■ Brake pedal not operated or selector lever not in P or N

(automatic transmission)

■ Timeout occurred



Before restarting or to switch off theengine, turn the key back to position0.

During an Autostop, the engine canbe started by depressing the clutchpedal.

With temperatures below -30 C theautomatic transmission need awarming phase of approx. 5 minutes.The selector lever must be in positionP.

Automatic Starter Control

This function controls the engine

starting procedure. The driver doesnot have to hold the key in position3. Once applied, the system will go onstarting automatically until the engineis running. Because of the checkingprocedure, the engine starts runningafter a short delay.

Turbo engine warm-up

Upon start-up, engine availabletorque may be limited for a short timeespecially when the enginetemperature is cold. The limitation isto allow the lubrication system to fullprotect the engine.

Overrun cut-off

The fuel supply is automatically cut oduring overrun, i.e. when the vehicleis driven with a gear engaged butaccelerator is released.


Stop-start system

The stop-start system helps to savefuel and to reduce the exhaustemissions. When conditions allow, itswitches off the engine as soon as thevehicle is at a low speed or at astandstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in atraffic jam. It starts the engine

automatically as soon as the clutch isdepressed A battery sensor ensures

Deactivation



depressed. A battery sensor ensuresthat an Autostop is only performed if the battery is sufficiently charged for a restart.

Activation

The stop-start system is available assoon as the engine is started, the

vehicle starts-off and the conditionsas stated below in this section arefulfilled.

Deactivate the stop-start systemmanually by pressing the eco button.The deactivation is indicated whenthe LED in the button extinguishes.

Autostop

If the vehicle is at a low speed or at astandstill, activate an Autostop asfollows:

■ Depress the clutch pedal

■ set the lever in neutral

■ release the clutch pedal

The engine will be switched off whilethe ignition stays on.

An Autostop is indicated by theneedle at the AUTOSTOP position inthe tachometer.

During an Autostop, the heating andbrake performance will be

maintained.

Caution

The steering assist can bereduced during an Autostop.

Conditions for an Autostop

The stop-start system checks if each

of the following conditions is fulfilled.


■ The stop-start system is notmanually deactivated

■ the bonnet is fully closed

■ the driver's door is closed or thedriver's seat belt is fastened

■ the battery is sufficiently chargedand in good condition

■ the engine is warmed up■ the engine coolant temperature is

Certain settings of the climate controlsystem may inhibit an Autostop. Seeclimate control chapter for moredetails 3 149.

Immediately after motorway drivingan Autostop may be inhibited.

New vehicle running-in 3 156.

Battery discharge protection

To ensure reliable engine restarts

The engine start is indicated by theneedle at the idle speed position inthe tachometer.

If the selector lever is shifted out of neutral before depressing the clutchfirst, control indicator - illuminatesor is shown as a symbol in the DriveInformation Centre.

Control indicator - 3 110.



the engine coolant temperature isnot too high

■ the engine exhaust temperature isnot too high, e.g. after driving withhigh engine load

■ the ambient temperature is above-5° C

■ the climate control system allowsan Autostop

■ the brake vacuum is sufficient

■ the self-cleaning function of thediesel particle filter is not active

■ the vehicle was driven at least withwalking speed since the lastAutostop

Otherwise an Autostop will be

inhibited.

To ensure reliable engine restarts,several battery discharge protectionfeatures are implemented as part of the stop-start system.

Power saving measures

During an Autostop, several electricalfeatures such as auxiliary electric

heater or rear window heating aredisabled or switched into a power saving mode. The fan speed of theclimate control system is reduced tosave power.

Restart of the engine by the

driver

Depress the clutch pedal to restart theengine.

Restart of the engine by the

stop-start system

The selector lever has to be in neutrato enable an automatic restart.

If one of the following conditionsoccurs during an Autostop, theengine will be restarted automaticallby the stop-start system.■ The stop-start system is manually

deactivated

■ the bonnet is opened

■ the driver's seat belt is unfastenedand the driver's door is opened

■ the engine temperature is too low

■ the charging level of the battery isbelow a defined level


■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient

■ the vehicle is driven at least withwalking speed

■ the climate control system requestsan engine start

■ the air conditioning is manuallyswitched on

If the bonnet is not fully closed, awarning message is displayed in the

Apply electrical parking brake bypulling switch m for approx. onesecond.

■ Switch off the engine and ignition.Turn the steering wheel until thesteering wheel lock engages.

■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage first gear or set

the selector lever to P beforeswitching off the ignition On an

Engine exhaust

Danger

Engine exhaust gases containpoisonous carbon monoxide,which is colourless and odourless

and could be fatal if inhaled.If exhaust gases enter the interior



Driver Information Centre.

If an electrical accessory, e.g. aportable CD player, is connected tothe power outlet, a brief power dropduring restart might be noticeable.

Parking

■ Do not park the vehicle on an easilyignitable surface. The hightemperature of the exhaust systemcould ignite the surface.

■ Always apply parking brake. Applymanual parking brake withoutpressing release button. Apply asfirmly as possible on downhill or uphill slopes. Depress the footbrake at the same time to reduceoperating force.

switching off the ignition. On anuphill slope, turn the front wheelsaway from the kerb.

If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,engage reverse gear or set theselector lever to P before switchingoff the ignition. Turn the frontwheels towards the kerb.

■ Lock the vehicle and activate theanti-theft alarm system.

Note

In the event of an accident withairbag deployment, the engine isturned off automatically if the vehiclecomes to a standstill within a certaintime.

If exhaust gases enter the interior of the vehicle, open the windows.Have the cause of the faultrectified by a workshop.

Avoid driving with an open loadcompartment, otherwise exhaustgases could enter the vehicle.

Diesel particle filter

The diesel particle filter system filtersharmful soot particles out of theexhaust gases. The system includesa self-cleaning function that runsautomatically during driving withoutany notification. The filter is cleanedby periodically burning off the sootparticles at high temperature. This

process takes place automaticallyunder set driving conditions and may


take up to 25 minutes. Typically itneeds between 7 and 12 minutes.Autostop is not available and fuelconsumption may be higher duringthis period. The emission of smellsand smoke during this process isnormal.

full continue driving or warningcode 55 appears in the Driver Information Centre.

% illuminates when diesel particlefilter is full. Start cleaning process assoon as possible.

% flashes when diesel particle filter has reached the maximum filling

level. Start cleaning processimmediately to avoid damage to the

Cleaning takes place quickest at higengine speeds and loads.

The control indicator % extinguisheas soon as the self-cleaningoperation is complete.

Catalytic converter

The catalytic converter reduces theamount of harmful substances in the



Under certain driving conditions, e.g.short distances, the system cannotclean itself automatically.

If the cleaning of the filter is requiredand if previous driving conditions didnot enable automatic cleaning, it willbe indicated by control indicator %.

Simultaneously Diesel partic. filter is

immediately to avoid damage to theengine.

Cleaning process

To activate cleaning process,continue driving, keep engine speedabove 2000 revolutions per minute.Shift down if necessary. Diesel

particle filter cleaning is then started.If g illuminates additionally,cleaning is not possible, seek theassistance of a workshop.

Caution

If the cleaning process isinterrupted, there is a risk of

provoking severe engine damage.

exhaust gases.

Caution

Fuel grades other than those listedon pages 3 203, 3 280 coulddamage the catalytic converter or electronic components.

Unburnt petrol will overheat anddamage the catalytic converter.Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tankdry and starting the engine bypushing or towing.

In the event of misfiring, unevenengine running, a reduction in engin

performance or other unusualproblems, have the cause of the fau


rectified by a workshop as soon aspossible. In an emergency, drivingcan be continued for a short period,keeping vehicle speed and enginespeed low.

Automatic transmission

The automatic transmission permitsautomatic gearshifting (automaticmode) or manual gearshifting(manual mode).

Transmission display

Selector lever



The mode or selected gear is shownin the transmission display.

P = park position, wheels arelocked, engage only when thevehicle is stationary and the

parking brake is appliedR = reverse gear, engage only

when the vehicle is stationaryN = neutralD = automatic mode with all gears

The selector lever is locked in P andcan only be moved when the ignitionis on and the brake pedal is applied.


Do not accelerate while engaging agear. Never depress the accelerator pedal and brake pedal at the sametime.

When a gear is engaged, the vehicleslowly begins to creep when thebrake is released.

Engine brakingTo utilise the engine braking effect,l t l i d ti h

Manual mode



Without brake pedal applied, thecontrol indicatorj illuminates.

If the selector lever is not in P whenthe ignition is switched off, the controlindicatorsj and P flash.

To engage P or R, press the releasebutton.

The engine can only be started withthe lever in position P or N. Whenposition N is selected, press the brakepedal or apply the parking brakebefore starting.

select a lower gear in good time whendriving downhill, see manual mode.

Rocking the vehicle

Rocking the vehicle is onlypermissible if the vehicle is stuck insand, mud or snow. Move the selector lever between D and R in a repeatpattern. Do not race the engine andavoid sudden acceleration.

Parking

Apply the parking brake and engageP.

The ignition key can only be removedwhen the selector lever is in positionP.

Move selector lever out of position D

towards the left and then forwards obackwards.

< = Shift to a higher gear.] = Shift to a lower gear.

If a higher gear is selected whenvehicle speed is too low, or a lower gear when vehicle speed is too highthe shift is not executed. This cancause a message in theDriver-Info-Display.


In manual mode no automatic shiftingto a higher gear takes place at highengine revolutions.

Electronic driving

programmes

■ Following a cold start, the operating

temperature programme increasesengine speed to quickly bring thecatalytic converter to the required

■ Special programmes automaticallyadapt the shifting points whendriving up inclines or down hills.

■ When starting off in snowy or icyconditions or on other slipperysurfaces, the electronictransmission control selects ahigher gear automatically.

Kickdown

If th l t d l i d

Only the highest gear is available.Depending on the fault, 2nd gear mayalso be available in manual mode.Shift only when vehicle is at astandstill.

Have the cause of the fault remediedby a workshop.

Interruption of power



catalytic converter to the requiredtemperature.

■ The automatic neutral shift functionautomatically shifts to idling whenthe vehicle is stopped with aforward gear engaged and thebrake pedal is pressed.

■ When SPORT mode is engaged,the vehicle shifts at higher enginespeeds (unless cruise control ison). SPORT mode 3 171.

If the accelerator pedal is presseddown completely in automatic mode,the transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on engine speed.

Fault

In the event of a fault, g illuminates.

Additionally a code number or avehicle message is displayed in theDriver Information Centre. Vehiclemessages 3 122.

The transmission no longer shiftsautomatically. Continued travel ispossible with manual shifting.

supply

In the event of an interruption of power supply, the selector lever cannot be moved out of the P

position. The ignition key cannot beremoved from the ignition switch.

If the battery is discharged, start the

vehicle using jump leads 3 265.If the battery is not the cause of thefault, release the selector lever.

1. Apply the parking brake.


3. Insert a screwdriver into theopening as far as it will go andmove the selector lever out of P or N. If P or N is engaged again, theselector lever will be locked inposition again. Have the cause of the power supply interruptionremedied by a workshop.

4. Mount the selector lever trim ontothe centre console and refit.

Manual transmission



2. Release the selector lever trimfrom the centre console at thefront, fold it upwards and rotate itto the left. To engage reverse, with the vehicle

stationary wait 3 seconds after depressing the clutch pedal and thepress the release button on theselector lever and engage the gear.

If the gear does not engage, set thelever to neutral, release the clutchpedal and depress again; then repeagear selection.

Do not grind the clutch unnecessarily

When operating, depress the clutch

pedal completely. Do not use thepedal as a foot rest.


Caution

It is not advisable to drive with thehand resting on the selector lever.

Brakes

The brake system comprises twoindependent brake circuits.

If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle canstill be braked using the other brakecircuit. However, braking effect isachieved only when the brake pedal

is depressed firmly. Considerablymore force is needed for this. The

ABS starts to regulate brake pressureas soon as a wheel shows a tendencyto lock. The vehicle remainssteerable, even during hard braking.

ABS control is made apparentthrough a pulse in the brake pedaland the noise of the regulationprocess.

For optimum braking, keep the brakepedal fully depressed throughout theb ki d it th f t th t



braking distance is extended. Seekthe assistance of a workshop beforecontinuing your journey.

When the engine is not running, thesupport of the brake servo unitdisappears once the brake pedal hasbeen depressed once or twice.

Braking effect is not reduced, butbraking requires significantly greater force. It is especially important to bear this in mind when being towed.

Control indicator & 3 110.

Antilock brake system

Antilock brake system (ABS)

prevents the wheels from locking.

braking process, despite the fact thatthe pedal is pulsating. Do not reducethe pressure on the pedal.

After starting off the system performsa self-test which may be audible.

Control indicator u 3 111.

Adaptive brake light

During full braking, all three brakelights flash for the duration of ABScontrol.


Fault

Warning

If there is a fault in the ABS, thewheels may be liable to lock dueto braking that is heavier thannormal. The advantages of ABS

are no longer available. Duringhard braking, the vehicle can nolonger be steered and may

Parking brake

Manual parking brake




longer be steered and mayswerve.

Have the cause of the fault remediedby a workshop.

Always apply parking brake firmlywithout operating the release button,and apply as firmly as possible on adownhill or uphill slope.

To release the parking brake, pull thelever up slightly, press the releasebutton and fully lower the lever.

To reduce the operating forces of theparking brake, depress the foot brakeat the same time.

Control indicator & 3 110.

Applying when vehicle is stationary

Pull switch m for approx. one secondthe electrical parking brake operates

automatically with an adequate forceFor maximum force, e.g. parking wittrailer or on inclines, pull switch m

twice.

The electrical parking brake is appliewhen control indicator m lights up3 111.

The electrical parking brake canalways be activated, even if the

ignition is off.


Do not operate electrical parkingbrake system too often withoutengine running because this willdischarge the battery.

Before leaving the vehicle, check theelectrical parking brake status.Control indicator m 3 111.

Releasing

Switch on ignition. Keep brake pedaldepressed and then push switch m.

Dynamic braking when vehicle is

moving

When the vehicle is moving and theswitch m is kept pulled, the electricalparking brake system will deceleratethe vehicle, but will not applystatically.

As soon as the switch m is released,

dynamic braking will be stopped.

Control indicator m flashes: electricalparking brake is not fully applied or released. When continuouslyflashing, release electrical parkingbrake and retry applying.

Brake assist

If the brake pedal is depressed

quickly and forcefully, maximumbrake force is automatically applied



depressed and then push switch m.

Drive away function

Depressing clutch pedal (manualtransmission) or engaging drive gear (automatic transmission) and thendepressing the accelerator pedalreleases the electrical parking brake

automatically. This is not possiblewhen the switch is pulled at the sametime.

This function also helps driving awayon inclines.

Aggressive drive away may reducelife time of wear parts.

Fault

Failure mode of electrical parkingbrake is indicated by control indicator j and by a code number or a vehiclemessage which is displayed in theDriver Information Centre. Vehiclemessages 3 122.

Apply electrical parking brake: pulland hold the switch m for more than5 seconds. If control indicator m

illuminates, electrical parking brake isapplied.

Release electrical parking brake:push and hold the switch m for morethan 2 seconds. If control indicator m extinguishes, electrical parking

brake is released.

(full braking).

Maintain steady pressure on thebrake pedal for as long as full brakingis required. Maximum brake force isautomatically reduced when thebrake pedal is released.

Hill start assist

The system helps prevent unintendedmovement when driving away oninclines.

When releasing the foot brake after stopping on an incline, the brakesremain on for a further two seconds.The brakes release automatically as

soon as the vehicle begins toaccelerate.


The hill start assist is not active duringan Autostop.

Ride control systems

Traction Control system

The Traction Control system (TC) is acomponent of the Electronic StabilityControl (ESC) 3 170.

TC improves driving stability when

necessary, regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip, bypreventing the drive wheels from

Warning

Do not let this special safetyfeature tempt you into taking riskswhen driving.

Adapt speed to the roadconditions.

Control indicator b 3 112.



p gspinning.

As soon as the drive wheels starts tospin, engine output is reduced andthe wheel spinning the most is brakedindividually. This considerablyimproves the driving stability of thevehicle on slippery road surfaces.

TC is operational after each enginestart as soon as the control indicator b extinguishes.

When TC operates b flashes.

Deactivation

TC can be switched off when spinninof drive wheels is required:


press button b briefly to deactivateTC, k illuminates. Deactivation isdisplayed as status message in theDriver Information Centre.

TC is reactivated by pressing the b

button again.

TC is also reactivated the next timethe ignition is switched on.


ESC is operational after each enginestart as soon as the control indicator b extinguishes.

When ESC operates b flashes.

Warning

Do not let this special safety

feature tempt you into taking riskswhen driving.

Adapt speed to the road

For a more sporty behaviour ESC andTC can be deactivated separately:

■ press button b briefly: only Tractioncontrol system is inactive, ESCremains active, k illuminates

■ hold button b pressed for min.5 seconds: TC and ESC aredeactivated, k and n illuminate.

Additionally the selected mode isdisplayed as status message in the



Electronic Stability Contr ol (ESC)improves driving stability whennecessary, regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip. It alsoprevents the drive wheels fromspinning. ESC operates incombination with the Traction Controlsystem (TC) 3 169.

As soon as the vehicle starts toswerve (understeer/oversteer),engine output is reduced and thewheels are braked individually. Thisconsiderably improves the drivingstability of the vehicle on slippery roadsurfaces.

Adapt speed to the roadconditions.

Control indicator b 3 112.

Deactivation

Driver Information Centre.

If the vehicle comes into thresholdwith deactivated ESP, the system willreactivate ESP for the time durationof the threshold, when the brakepedal is depressed once.

ESC is reactivated by pressing theb button again. If the TC system waspreviously disabled, both TC andESC are reactivated.

ESC is also reactivated the next timethe ignition is switched on.




TOUR mode

The settings of the systems areadapted to a comfort driving style:

■ Damping of shock absorbers reactsmore softly.

■ Accelerator pedal reacts withstandard settings.

■ Steering support is in standard

mode.■ Shift points of automatic

automatically changes the settingswithin the selected driving mode or,when recognising greater variations,the driving mode is changed for thelength of variation.

If, for example, NORMAL mode isselected and DMC detects a sportydriving behaviour, DMC changes

several settings of the Normal modeinto sporty settings. The DMCchanges to SPORT mode in case of



SPORT mode

The settings of the systems areadapted to a sportier driving style:

■ Damping of shock absorbers reactsmore stiffly to provide better contact

with the road surface.■ The engine reacts more quickly to

the accelerator pedal.

■ Steering support is reduced.

■ Shift points of automatictransmission occur later.

■ With SPORT mode activated, theillumination of main instruments

changes from white to red.

transmission occur in a comfortmode.

■ Illumination of main instruments iswhite.

NORMAL mode

All settings of the systems areadapted to standard values.

Drive mode control

Within each manual selected drivingmode SPORT, TOUR or NORMAL,the Drive Mode Control (DMC)detects and analyses continuouslythe real driving characteristic,responses by the driver, and the

active dynamic state of the vehicle. If necessary, the control unit of DMC

very sporty driving behaviour.

If, for example, TOUR mode isselected and whilst driving on awinding road a sudden hard brake isnecessary, DMC will detect thedynamic vehicle condition andchanges the settings for suspensionto SPORT mode to increase vehiclestability.

When the driving characteristic or thedynamic vehicle state returns toformer state, DMC will change thesettings to the preselected drivingmode.


Personalised settings in the

Sport mode

The driver can select the functions of the SPORT mode when SPORT

button is pressed. These settings canbe changed in the menu Settings inthe Info-Display. Vehiclepersonalisation 3 128.

Flex Ride - OPC Version

The OPC Version of Flex Ride system

OPC Flex Ride driving system allowsthe driver to select between threedriving modes:

■ OPC mode: press button OPC,LED illuminates.

■ SPORT mode: press buttonSPORT, LED illuminates.

■ NORMAL mode: neither buttonSPORT nor OPC is pressed, noLED illuminates.

D ti t SPORT d d OPC

NORMAL mode

In NORMAL mode, when neither SPORT nor OPC button is pressed,all settings of the systems areadapted to standard values.

SPORT mode

The settings of the systems areadapted to a sportier driving style.

OPC mode

The drive dynamic characteristics ar



yworks in the same way as thestandard Flex Ride system with thedifference that the modes have amore sporty characteristic.

Deactivate SPORT mode and OPCmode by pressing correspondingbutton once more.

In each driving mode OPC Flex Ridenetworks the following electronicsystems:

■ Continuous Damping Control.■ Accelerator Pedal Control.

■ Steering Control.

■ Electronic Stability Control (ESC).

■ Antilock brake system (ABS) withcornering brake control (CBC).

The drive dynamic characteristics aradapted to high performancesettings.

In this mode the illumination of maininstruments is switched to red.

Personalised settings in the OPC

modeThe driver can select the functions othe OPC mode when OPC button ispressed. These settings can bechanged in the menu Settings in theInfo-Display. Vehicle per sonalisation3 128.


Driver assistance

systems

Warning

Driver assistance systems aredeveloped to support the driver

and not to replace his attention.The driver accepts fullresponsibility when driving the

maintained. Control indicator m ininstrument cluster illuminates green.Accelerator pedal can be released.

Vehicle speed can be increased bydepressing the accelerator pedal.When the accelerator pedal isreleased, the previously stored speedis resumed.

Cruise control remains activatedwhile gearshifting.



responsibility when driving thevehicle.

When using driver assistancesystems, always take careregarding the current trafficsituation.

Cruise control

The Cruise control can store andmaintain speeds of approx. 30 to200 km/h. Deviations from the storedspeeds may occur when driving uphillor downhill.

For safety reasons the cruise controlcannot be activated until the foot

brake has been operated once.Activating in first gear is not possible.

Do not use the cruise control if it is notadvisable to maintain a constantspeed.

With automatic transmission, onlyactivate cruise control in automatic

mode.Control indicator m 3 114.

Switching on

Press buttonm, control indicatorm ininstrument cluster illuminates white.

Activation

Accelerate to the desired speed and

turn thumb wheel to SET/-, thecurrent speed is stored and

Increase speed

With cruise control active, hold thumbwheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turnto RES/+ repeatedly: speedincreases continuously or in smallincrements.

Alternatively accelerate to the desiredspeed and store by turning to SET/-.

Reduce speed

With cruise control active, hold thumbwheel turned to SET/- or briefly turnto SET/- repeatedly: speeddecreases continuously or in smallincrements.


Deactivation

Press button y, control indicatorm ininstrument cluster illuminates white.Cruise control is deactivated. Lastused set speed is stored in memoryfor later speed resume.

Automatic deactivation:

■ vehicle speed below approx.

30 km/h,■ vehicle speed above approx.

200 km/h

Switching off

Press buttonm, control indicatorm ininstrument cluster extinguishes. Thestored speed is deleted.

Pressing button L for activatingspeed limiter or switching off theignition also switches off cruisecontrol and deletes the stored speed.

Speed limiter

Activation



200 km/h,

■ the brake pedal is depressed,

■ the clutch pedal is depressed for afew seconds,

■ selector lever in N,

■ engine speed in a very low range,

■ the Traction Control system or Electronic Stability Control isoperating.

Resume stored speed

Turn thumb wheel to RES/+ at aspeed above 30 km/h. The storedspeed will be obtained.

The speed limiter prevents thevehicle exceeding a preset maximumspeed.

The maximum speed can be set at aspeed above 25 km/h.

The driver can only accelerate up to

the preset speed. Deviations from thelimited speed may occur when drivingdownhill.

The preset speed limit is displayed inthe top line of the Driver InformationCentre when the system is active.

Press button L. If cruise control or adaptive cruise control has beenactivated before, it is switched off when speed limiter is activated and

the control indicator m extinguishes

Set speed limit

With speed limiter active, hold thumwheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turnto RES/+ repeatedly until the desiremaximum speed is displayed in theDriver Information Centre.

Alternatively accelerate to the desire

speed and briefly turn thumb wheel tSET/-: the current speed is stored a


maximum speed. Speed limit isdisplayed in the Driver InformationCentre.

The limited speed will flash in theDriver Information Centre and achime sounds during this period.

Release the accelerator pedal andthe speed limiter function isreactivated once a speed lower thanthe limit speed is obtained.

Deactivation

Press button y: speed limiter isdeactivated and the vehicle can bedri en itho t speed limit

By pressing button m to activatecruise control or adaptive cruisecontrol or by switching off the ignition,speed limiter is also deactivated andthe stored speed is deleted.

Adaptive cruise control

Adaptive cruise control is an

enhancement to traditional cruisecontrol with the additional feature of maintaining a certain distance behind



Change speed limit

With speed limiter active, turn thumbwheel to RES/+ to increase or SET/-

to decrease the desired maximumspeed.

Exceeding the speed limit

In the event of an emergency it ispossible to exceed the speed limit bydepressing the accelerator pedalfirmly beyond the point of resistance.

driven without speed limit.

The limited speed is stored and acorresponding message appears inthe Driver Information Centre.

Resume limit speed

Turn thumb wheel to RES/+. Thestored speed limit will be obtained.

Switching off

Press button L, the speed limitindication in the Driver InformationCentre extinguishes. The storedspeed is deleted.

gthe vehicle ahead.

Adaptive cruise control automaticallydecelerates the vehicle whenapproaching a slower moving vehicle.It then adjusts the vehicle speed tofollow the vehicle ahead at the

selected following distance. Thevehicle speed increases or decreasesto follow the vehicle in front, but willnot exceed the set speed. It mayapply limited braking with activatedbrake lights.

The adaptive cruise control can storeand maintain speeds over approx.50 km/h and brakes automatically to

follow a slower vehicle driving aheadto a minimum speed of 30 km/h.


Adaptive cruise control uses a radar sensor to detect the vehicles ahead.

If no vehicle is detected in the drivingpath, the adaptive cruise control willbehave like a traditional cruise

l

Warning

The complete driver attention isalways required while driving withadaptive cruise control. The driver stays fully in control of the vehiclebecause the brake pedal, theaccelerator pedal and the cancel

switch have priority over anyadaptive cruise control operation.

Activation by setting the speed

Adaptive cruise control can beactivated between 50 km/h and180 km/h.

Accelerate to the desired speed andturn thumb wheel to SET/-, thecurrent speed is stored andmaintained. Control indicator m

illuminates green.



control.

For safety reasons, the systemcannot be activated before the brakepedal has been depressed oncesince switching on ignition. Activationin first gear is not possible.

Adaptive cruise control is mainlyadvised to be used on long straightroads like highways or country roadswith steady traffic. Do not use thesystem if it is not advisable tomaintain a constant speed.

Control indicatorA 3 115, m 3 114.

Switching on

Press buttonC to switch on adaptivecruise control. The control indicator m illuminates white.

The adaptive cruise control symbol,the following distance setting and sespeed are indicated in the top line othe Driver Information Centre.


The accelerator pedal can bereleased. Adaptive cruise controlremains activated while gearshifting.

desired distance if a slower vehicle isahead. Otherwise it returns to thestored speed.

Once the system is activated,adaptive cruise control decelerates or brakes if it detects a vehicle ahead,which is slower or closer than thedesired following distance.

Warning

Accelerating by the driver

then the current speed can be storedand maintained by turning the thumbwheel to SET/-.

Reduce speed

With adaptive cruise control active,hold thumb wheel turned to SET/-:speed decreases continuously inlarge increments, or activate

repeatedly SET/-: speed decreases insmall increments.

If the vehicle is driven with adaptive



To display the adaptive cruise controlpage on the Driver Information

Centre, press the MENU button onthe turn signal lever and turn theadjuster wheel to choose adaptivecruise control page.

Overriding set speed

It is always possible to drive faster than the selected set speed bydepressing the accelerator pedal.When the accelerator pedal isreleased, the vehicle returns to the

Accelerating by the driver deactivates braking by the system.This is indicated as a popupwarning in the Driver Informationcentre.

Increase speed

With adaptive cruise control active,hold thumb wheel turned to RES/+:speed increases continuously in largeincrements, or activate repeatedlyRES/+: speed increases in smallincrements.

If the vehicle is driven with adaptivecruise control active much faster thanthe desired speed, for instance after

depressing the accelerator pedal,

If the vehicle is driven with adaptivecruise control active much slower than the desired speed, for instancebecause of a slower vehicle ahead,then the current speed can be storedand maintained by turning the thumbwheel to SET/-.

Resume stored speed

If the system is switched on butinactive, then turn thumb wheel toRES/+ at a speed above 50 km/h toobtain the stored speed.


Setting the following distance

When adaptive cruise control detectsa slower moving vehicle in the drivingpath, it will adjust the vehicle speed tomaintain the following distanceselected by the driver.

The following distance can be set tonear, medium or far.

Warning

The driver accepts fullyresponsibility for the validfollowing distance based ontraffic-, weather- and visibilityconditions.

Detecting the vehicle ahead



Press buttonE, the current setting isshown on the Driver InformationCentre. Press buttonE again tochange the following distance. Thesetting is also displayed in the top lineof the Driver Information Centre.

The selected following distance isindicated by filled distance bars in theadaptive cruise control page.

Note that the following distancesetting is shared with the sensitivitysetting of forward collision alert.

Example: If setting 3 (far) is selected,then the driver is warned sooner before a possible collision, also if adaptive cruise control is inactive or switched off. The green illuminated vehicle ahead

control indicatorA displays in thespeedometer when the system isdetecting a vehicle in the driving path


If this symbol does not display, or displays briefly, adaptive cruisecontrol will not respond to vehiclesahead.

Deactivation

Adaptive cruise control is deactivatedby the driver when:

■ button y is pressed,

■ brake pedal is applied,

■ clutch pedal is depressed for more

■ there is no traffic and nothingdetected on the road sides for several minutes. In this case thereare no radar echoes and the sensor may report that it is blocked,

■ collision imminent braking isapplying the brakes,

■ radar sensor is blocked by an ice or

water film,■ fault is detected in the radar, engineor brake.



than four seconds,

■ gear selector lever of automatictransmission is moved to N.

The system is also automaticallydeactivated when:

■ vehicle speed slows down below45 km/h or accelerates above190 km/h,

■ Traction Control system isoperating for more than20 seconds,

■ Electronic Stability Control isoperating,

When adaptive cruise control isdeactivated automatically, the controlindicatorm illuminates white and awarning symbol is displayed as a pop-up in the Driver Information Centre.

The stored speed is maintained.

Warning

When adaptive cruise control isdeactivated, the driver has to takeover brake and engine control.

Switching off

Press buttonC to switch off adaptivecruise control. The control indicator m extinguishes. The stored speed isdeleted.

Switching off the ignition also

switches off adaptive cruise controland deletes the stored speed.


Driver's attention

■ Use adaptive cruise controlcarefully on curvy or mountainroads, as it can lose the vehicleahead and need time to detect itagain.

■ Do not use the system on slipperyroads as it can create fast changes

in tyre traction (wheel spinning), sothat you could lose control.

■ Do not use adaptive cruise controld ring rain sno or hea dirt as

So if a new vehicle is detected, thesystem may accelerate instead of braking.

■ Adaptive cruise control does ignorethe oncoming traffic.

■ Adaptive cruise control does notbrake for stopped vehicles,pedestrians or animals.

Curves

longer detects any vehicle ahead,then control indicatorA willextinguish.

If the centrifugal force is too high in curve, the system slows down thevehicle slightly. This braking level isnot designed to avoid spinning off thcurve. The driver is responsible for reducing the selected speed beforeentering a curve and in general toadapt the speed to the road type anto existing speed limits.



during rain, snow or heavy dirt, asthe radar sensor can be covered bya water film, dust, ice or snow. Thisreduces or suppresses completelythe visibility. In case of sensor blockage, clean the sensor cover.

System limits

■ The system's automatic brake forcedoes not permit strong braking andthe braking level may not besufficient to avoid a collision.

■ After a sudden lane change, thesystem needs a certain time todetect the next preceding vehicle.

The adaptive cruise control calculates

a predicted path based on thecentrifugal force. This predicted pathconsiders the current curvecharacteristic, but cannot consider afuture curve change. The system maylose the current vehicle ahead or consider a vehicle which is not in theactual lane. This can happen whenentering or exiting a curve or if the

curve gets stronger or weaker. If it no

g p

Motorways

On motorways, adapt the set speedto the situation and the weather.Always consider that adaptive cruisecontrol has a limited visibility range, limited braking level and a certainreaction time to verify if a vehicle is othe driving path or not. Adaptive

cruise control may not be able to


brake the vehicle in time to avoid acollision with a much slower vehicle or after a lane change. This isparticularly true if driving fast or if thevisibility is reduced due to weather conditions.

While entering or exiting a motorway,adaptive cruise control may lose thevehicle ahead and accelerate up tothe set speed. For this reason,decrease the set speed before theexit or before the entry.

Hill and trailer considerations

System performance on hills and

when towing a trailer depends on your vehicle speed, vehicle load, trafficconditions and the road gradient. It

Radar unit



y

Vehicle path changes

If another vehicle enters your drivingpath, adaptive cruise control will firstconsider the vehicle when it iscompletely in your path. Be ready totake action and press the brakepedal, if you need to brake quicker.

may not detect a vehicle in your pathwhile driving on hills. On steep hills,you may have to use the accelerator pedal to maintain your vehicle speed.When going downhill, especiallywhen towing a trailer, you may have

to brake to maintain or reduce your speed.

Note that applying the brakedeactivates the system. It is notrecommended to use adaptive cruisecontrol on steep hills especially whentowing a trailer.

The radar unit is mounted behind theradiator grille below the brandemblem.

Warning

The radar unit was alignedcarefully during manufacture.Therefore, after a frontal accident,do not use the system. The frontbumper may appear to be intact,however the sensor behind can beout of position and react

incorrectly. After an accident,


consult a workshop to verify andcorrect the adaptive cruise controlsensor position.

Settings

Settings can be changed in the Auto

collision preparation menu in thevehicle personalisation, 3 128.

Fault

If the adaptive cruise control does notwork due to temporary conditions


Forward collision alert

The forward collision alert can help toavoid or reduce the harm caused byfront-end crashes. If a vehicle directlyahead is approached too quickly, awarning chime and alert in the Driver

Information Centre is provided.

personalisation menu 3 128 or that is not deactivated by the buttonV(depending on the system, seefollowing).

Depending on the vehicle'sequipment, there are two variants ofthe forward collision alert available:

■ Forward collision alert based on

radar system

on vehicles equipped with adaptivcruise control 3 176.



work due to temporary conditions(e.g. blockage by ice) or if there is apermanent system error, then amessage is displayed in the Driver Information Centre.

The green illuminated vehicle aheadsymbolA appears in thespeedometer when the system hasdetected a vehicle in the driving path.Precondition is, that forward collision

alert is activated in the vehicle

■ Forward collision alert based on

front camera system

on vehicles with no or traditionalcruise control 3 174.

Forward collision alert based on

radar system

The system uses the radar sensor behind the radiator grille to detect avehicle directly ahead, in your path,within a distance of max. 150 metres

Activation

Forward collision alert operatesautomatically above walking speed,

provided that Auto collision


preparation setting is not deactivatedin the vehicle personalisation menu3 128.

Selecting the alert sensitivity

The alert sensitivity can be set tonear, medium or far.

Alerting the driver



Press buttonE, the current setting isshown on the Driver InformationCentre. Press buttonE again tochange the alert sensitivity. Thesetting is also displayed in the top lineof the Driver Information Centre.

Note that the alert timing sensitivitysetting is shared with the followingdistance setting of the adaptive cruisecontrol. So changing the alert timingsensitivity changes the adaptivecruise control following distance

setting.

When approaching another vehicletoo rapidly, the collision alert warningpage will be indicated in the Driver Information Centre. Simultaneously a

warning chime sounds. Press thebrake pedal, if it is requested by thesituation.

Settings


collision preparation menu in thevehicle personalisation 3 128.


Forward collision alert based on

front camera system

Forward collision alert uses the frontcamera system in the windscreen todetect a vehicle directly ahead, inyour path, within a distance of approx.60 metres.

Activation

Forward collision alert operatesautomatically above 40 km/h, if it isnot deactivated by buttonV, seeb l

Alerting the driver



below.

Selecting the alert sensitivity

The alert sensitivity can be set tonear, medium or far.

Press buttonV, the current setting isshown on the Driver InformationCentre. Press buttonV again tochange the alert sensitivity.

When approaching another vehicletoo rapidly, the collision alert warninpage will be indicated in the Driver Information Centre. Simultaneously

warning chime sounds. Press thebrake pedal, if it is requested by thesituation.

Deactivation

The system can be deactivated.Press buttonV as often as thefollowing message appears in theDriver Information Centre.


The driver accepts fullyresponsibility for the validfollowing distance based ontraffic-, weather- and visibilityconditions.

The complete attention of thedriver is always required whiledriving. He shall always be ready

to take action and apply thebrakes.

System limitations

Following distance

indication

The following distance indicationdisplays the distance to a precedingmoving vehicle. The system uses,depending on the vehicle equipment,either the radar behind the radiator grille or the front camera in the

windscreen to detect the distance of a vehicle directly ahead in your path.It is active at speeds above 40 km/h.

Wh di hi l i d t t d



General information for both

variants of forward collision alert

Warning

Forward collision alert is just awarning system and does notapply the brakes. Whenapproaching a vehicle ahead toorapidly, it may not provide youenough time to avoid a collision.

The system is designed to warn onlyfor vehicles, but may react also onother metallic objects.

In the following cases, forwardcollision alert may not detect a vehicle

ahead or sensor performance islimited:

■ on winding roads,

■ when weather limits visibility, suchas fog, rain, or snow,

■ when the sensor is blocked bysnow, ice, slush, mud, dirt, or windscreen damage.

When a preceding vehicle is detectedahead, the distance is indicated inseconds, displayed on a page in theDriver Information Centre 3 115.Press the MENU button on the turnsignal lever to select Vehicle

Information Menu X and turn theadjuster wheel to choose followingdistance indication page.


emergency braking applies, the driver is warned by the forward collisionalert 3 183.

The feature uses various inputs (e.g.radar sensor, brake pressure, vehiclespeed) to calculate the probability of a frontal collision.

Active emergency braking operatesautomatically above walking speed,provided that Auto collision

preparation setting is not deactivatedin the vehicle personalisation menu3

shall continue to apply the brakepedal as the driving situationdictates.

Brake preparation system

When approaching a vehicle aheadso quickly that a collision is likely, thbrake preparation system slightly

pressurises the brakes. This reducethe response time, when a manual oautomatic braking is requested.

The brake system is prepared so tha



The minimum indicated distance is0.5 s.

If there is no vehicle ahead or thevehicle ahead is out of range, twodashes will be displayed: -.- s.

Active Emergency Braking

Active emergency braking can help toreduce the damage from crashes withvehicles and obstacles directlyahead, when a collision can no longer be avoided either by manual brakingor by steering. Before the active

3 128.

The system includes:

■ Brake preparation system

■ Emergency automatic braking

■ Forward looking brake assist

Warning

This system is not intended toreplace the driver responsibility of driving the vehicle and lookingahead. Its function is limited tosupplemental use only. The driver

The brake system is prepared so thabraking can occur more rapidly.

Emergency automatic braking

After the brake preparation and justbefore the imminent collision, thisfunction automatically applies limitedbraking to reduce the impact speed othe collision.

Forward looking brake assist

In addition to brake preparationsystem and emergency automaticbraking, the forward looking brakeassist function makes the brake assismore sensitive. In this way,

depressing the brake pedal slightly


results immediately in a strongbraking. This function helps the driver brake quicker and stronger before theimminent collision.

Warning

Active emergency braking is notdesigned to apply strong

autonomous braking or to avoidautomatically a collision. It isdesigned to reduce the vehiclespeed before collision. It may not

System limitations

The active emergency braking haslimited or no function during rain,snow or heavy dirt, as the radar sensor can be covered by a water film, dust, ice or snow. In case of sensor blockage, clean the sensor cover.

In some seldom cases the active

emergency braking system mayprovide a short automatic braking insituations that seem to beunnecessary for instance due to If th t d t k it



speed before collision. It may notreact on stopped vehicles,pedestrians or animals. After asudden lane change, the systemneeds a certain time to detect thenext preceding vehicle.

The complete attention of thedriver is always required whiledriving. The driver shall always beready to take action and apply thebrakes and steer to avoidcollisions. The system is designedto work with all occupants wearingtheir seat belts.

unnecessary, for instance due totraffic signs in a curve or due tovehicles in another lane. This isacceptable operation, the vehicledoes not need service. Firmly applythe accelerator pedal to override the

automatic braking.Settings


collision preparation menu in thevehicle personalisation, 3 128.

Fault

In the event of a system servicerequirement, a message is displayedin the Driver Information Centre.

If the system does not work as itshould do, vehicle messages aredisplayed in the Driver InformationCentre.



Parking assist

The system uses two differentfrequencies for the front and rear sensors, respectively, each with adifferent sound.

Control indicatorr 3 112.

Buttonr orD

For activating or deactivating parkinassist push buttonr orD oncebriefly. For activating or deactivatingadvanced parking assist push buttonr orD for approx. one second.

If one system is active, it can beswitched between both systems bypushing the button shorter or longer

Activation



The parking assist makes parkingeasier by measuring the distancebetween the vehicle and obstacles,and giving acoustic signals. It is the

driver, however, who bears fullresponsibility for the parkingmanoeuvre.

The system consists of four ultrasonicparking sensors in the rear bumper. If the vehicle is equipped with a frontparking assist, the system consists of four additional ultrasonic parkingsensors in the front bumper.

Parking assist will be activated anddeactivated by pressing the parkingassist buttonr. If the vehicle isadditionally equipped with advancedparking assist 3 191 parking assist isequipped with buttonD. In this caseboth systems will be operated by

buttonD

.

When reverse gear is engaged, thesystem is activated automatically.


The front parking assist can also beactivated at a low speed by pressingthe parking assist buttonr orDbriefly.

An illuminated LED in the parkingassist button indicates that thesystem is ready to operate.

Indication

The system warns the driver withacoustic signals against handicaps infront of or behind the vehicle.Depending on which of the sensors On version with Uplevel Display the

On version with Uplevel-Combi-Display, the distance to a front andrear obstacle is indicated by changingdistance lines around the vehicle.

The distance indication in the displaycan be inhibited by vehicle messageswith a higher priority. Once thedistance indication was overwrittenby a vehicle message, distance is no

more indicated until parking assist isactivated again.



Depending on which of the sensorsare closer to an obstacle, you will hear a buzzing sound of the respectivesensors. The interval between thesounds becomes shorter as thevehicle gets closer to the obstacle.

When the distance is less than30 cm, the buzzing is continuous.

Additionally the distance to obstaclescan be shown in the Driver Information Centre 3 115.

On version with Uplevel-Display, thedistance to a front obstacle isindicated by changing segments.

Deactivation

Deactivate the system by pressingthe parking assist buttonr orDbriefly.

The LED in the button extinguishesand Park Assist Off will be displayed

in the Driver Information Centre.The system is deactivatedautomatically when exceeding acertain speed.

If ther orD button is pressedonce within an ignition cycle, the frontparking assist is always reactivatedwhen the vehicle speed goes below acertain value.


Fault

In the event of a fault in the system,r illuminates or a message isdisplayed in the Driver InformationCentre.

If the system does not work due totemporary conditions like snowcovered sensors,r illuminates or amessage is displayed in the Driver Information Centre.Vehicle messages 3 122.

Caution

Performance of the sensor can bereduced when sensors arecovered, e.g. by ice or snow.

Performance of the parking assistsystem can be reduced due toheavy loading.

Special conditions apply if thereare taller vehicles involved (e.g.off-road vehicles, mini vans,vans). Object identification in the

The sensor may detect a non-existing object (echo disturbance)caused by external acoustical or mechanic disturbances.

Advanced parking assist



Warning

Under certain circumstances,various reflective surfaces onobjects or clothing as well asexternal noise sources may causethe system to fail to detectobstacles.

Special attention has to be paid tolow obstacles which can damagethe lower part of the bumper.

) jupper part of these vehiclescannot be guaranteed.

Objects with a very small reflectioncross section, like objects of narrow size or soft materials, may

not be detected by the system.Parking assist will not detectobjects out of the detection range.

Note

The parking assist systemautomatically detects factory-fittedtowing equipment. It is deactivatedwhen the connector is plugged in.

The advanced parking assist systemmanoeuvres the driver into a parkingslot by giving instructions on theDriver Information Centre andacoustic signals. It is the driver,however, who bears full responsibilitfor accepting the parking slotsuggested by the system and theparking manoeuvre.


The system uses the sensors of theparking assist system in combinationwith two additional sensors on bothsides of the front bumper and the rear bumper.

ButtonD

Advanced parking assist and parkingassist3 189 both use the same button

to operate the systems. For activatingor deactivating parking assist pushbutton once briefly. For activating or deactivating advanced parking assist

Activation

Note

Before using the advanced parkingassist the first time, the vehicle hasto be driven at least for 40 km tocalibrate the system automatically.

Functionality



push buttonD for approx. onesecond.

If one system is active, it can beswitched between both systems bypushing the button shorter or longer.

When looking for a parking slot, thesystem has to be activated bypushing the buttonD for approx.one second.

The system can only be activated ata speed up to 30 km/h and the systemsearches for a parking slot at a speedup to 30 km/h.

The maximum allowed paralleldistance between the vehicle and arow of parking cars is 1.8 metres.

When the vehicle passes a row of cars and the system is activated, theadvanced parking assist systembegins looking for a suitable parkingslot. When a suitable slot is detected,a visual feedback on the Driver Information Centre and an acousticsignal are given.


The parking slot suggestion of the The instructions show: If the driver does not stop the vehicl



The parking slot suggestion of thesystem is accepted when the vehicleis stopped by the driver within10 metres after the Stop message isgiven. The system calculates theoptimal route into the parking slot.

Then it manoeuvres the driver into theslot by giving detailed instructions.

The instructions show:

■ a hint when driving faster than30 km/h,

■ the demand to stop the vehicle,when a parking slot is detected,

■ the direction of driving during theparking manoeuvre,

■ the steering wheel position duringparking,

■ for some of the instructions aprogress bar is shown.

A successful parking manoeuvre isindicated by the End position symbol.

If the driver does not stop the vehiclwithin 10 metres after a parking slot iproposed, the system starts to searcfor another suitable parking slot.

Changing the parking side

The system is configured to detectparking slots on the passenger sideTo detect parking slots on the driverside, switch turn indicator to the driveside.

Display priorities

After activating the advanced parkinassist, a message appears on theDriver Information Centre. Indication

of messages with higher priority like


vehicle messages 3 122 will bedisplayed. After approving themessage by pressing the SET/CLR

button, parking assist messagesappear again and parking can becontinued.

Deactivation

The system is deactivated by:

■ pushing buttonD for approx.one second

■ parking manoeuvre successfullyended

Fault

A message appears in the Driver Information Centre when:

If an object is detected during parking



ended

■ driving faster than 30 km/h

■ switching off the ignition

Deactivation by the driver or by thesystem during manoeuvring will be

indicated by Parking Deactivated inthe Driver Information Centre.

■ there is a fault in the system

■ the driver did not successfully

complete the parking manoeuvre■ the system is not operational

If an object is detected during parkinginstructions, Stop is indicated in theDriver Information Centre. Removingthe object will resume the parkingmanoeuvre. If the object is notremoved, the system will be

deactivated. Push buttonD for approx. one second to activate thesystem and search for a new parkingslot.


Important hints for using the

parking assist systems

Warning

Under certain circumstances,various reflective surfaces onobjects or clothing as well asexternal noise sources may cause

the system to fail to detectobstacles.

Special attention has to be paid tolow obstacles which can damage

vans). Object identification in theupper part of these vehiclescannot be guaranteed.

Objects with a very small reflectioncross section, like objects of narrow size or soft materials, maynot be detected by the system.

Parking assist will not detect

objects out of the detection range.Note

The parking assist systemautomatically detects factory fitted

Side blind spot alert

The Side blind spot alert systemdetects and reports objects on eitheside of the vehicle, within a specified"blind spot" zone. The system alertsvisually in each side rear view mirrowhen detecting objects that may notbe visible in the inside and outsiderear view mirrors.

The system's sensors are located inthe bumper on the left and right sideof the vehicle.



low obstacles which can damagethe lower part of the bumper.

Caution

Performance of the sensor can bereduced when sensors arecovered, e.g. by ice or snow.

Performance of the parking assistsystem can be reduced due toheavy loading.

Special conditions apply if thereare taller vehicles involved (e.g.off-road vehicles, mini vans,

automatically detects factory-fittedtowing equipment. It is deactivatedwhen the connector is plugged in.

It is possible that the sensor detectsa non-existing object (echo

disturbance) caused by externalacoustical or mechanicdisturbances.

Advanced parking assist systemmay not respond to changes in theparking space after initiating aparallel parking manoeuvre.

Warning

Side blind spot alert does notreplace driver vision.

The system does not detect:■ Vehicles outside the side blindzones which may be rapidlyapproaching.

■ Pedestrians, cyclists or animals.

Before changing a lane, alwayscheck all mirrors, look over theshoulder and use the turn signal.


When the system detects a vehicle inthe side blind zone while drivingforward, either while passing avehicle or being passed, an amber warning symbol B will light up in therelevant outside mirror. If the driver then activates the turn signal, thewarning symbol B starts flashingamber and a chime sounds as a

warning not to change lanes.

speed again will extinguish thewarning symbols. If a vehicle is thendetected in the blind zone, thewarning symbols B will illuminate asnormal on the relevant side.

When the vehicle is started, bothoutside mirror displays will brieflycome on to indicate that the system isoperating.

The system can be activated or deactivated in the menu Settings inthe Info-Display, vehiclepersonalisation 3 128.

Side blind spot alert is designed toignore stationary objects such asguardrails, posts, curbs, walls andbeams. Parked vehicles or oncomingvehicles are not detected.

Fault

Occasional missed alerts can occur under normal circumstances and will

increase in wet conditions.Side blind spot alert does not operatewhen the left or right corners of therear bumper are covered with mud,di t i l h i h



Side blind spot alert is active fromspeeds of 10 km/h up to 140 km/h.Driving faster than 140 km/hdeactives the system, indicated bylow lighting warning symbols B in

both outside mirrors. Reducing the

p

Deactivation is indicated by amessage in the Driver InformationCentre.

Detection zones

The system sensor covers a zone of approx. 3 metres on both sides of thevehicle. This zone starts at each sidemirror and extends rearwards byapprox. 3 metres. The height of thezone is approx. between 0.5 metresand 2 metres off the ground.

The detection zones will not change if the vehicle is towing a trailer.

dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavyrainstorms. Cleaning instructions3 269.

In the event of a fault in the system or if the system does not work due to

temporary conditions, a message isdisplayed in the Driver InformationCentre. Seek the assistance of aworkshop.

Rear view camera

The rear view camera assists thedriver when reversing by displaying aview of the area behind the vehicle.


The view of the camera is displayedin the Colour-Info-Display.

Warning

The rear view camera does notreplace driver vision. Note thatobjects that are outside thecamera's field of view and the

advanced parking assist sensors,e.g. below the bumper or underneath the vehicle, are notdisplayed.

D t th hi l b l

Functionality

Due to the high position of the camer



Do not reverse the vehicle by onlylooking at the Info-Display andcheck the surrounding behind andaround the vehicle beforereversing.

Activation

Rear view camera is automaticallyactivated when reverse gear isengaged.

The camera is mounted in the tailgatehandle and has a viewing angle of 130°.

the rear bumper can be seen on thedisplay as a guide to position.

The area displayed by the camera islimited. The distance of the image thaappears on the display differs from

the actual distance.

Guiding lines

Dynamic guiding lines are horizontalines in 1 metre intervals projected othe picture to define the distance toshown objects.


Trajectory lane of the vehicle ish i d i h h

Display settings Activation or deactivation of the rear view camera can be changed in themenu Settings in the Info-Display.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

Fault

Fault messages are displayed with a 9 on the top line of the Info-Display.

The rear view camera may not

operate properly when:■ the surrounding is dark,

■ the sun or the beam of headlights isshining directly into the camera



shown in accordance with thesteering angle.

The function can be deactivated in themenu Settings in the Info-Display.Vehicle personalisation 3 128.

Warning symbols

Warning symbols are indicated astriangles 9 on the picture which showobstacles detected by the rear sensors of the advanced parkingassist.

Brightness can be set with the up/down buttons of the multifunctionknob.

Contrast can be set with left/right

buttons of the multifunction knob.Deactivation

The camera is deactivated when acertain forward speed is exceeded or if reverse gear is not engaged for approx. 10 seconds.

shining directly into the cameralens,

■ ice, snow, mud, or anything elsecovers the camera lens. Clean thelens, rinse it with water, and wipe itwith a soft cloth,

■ the tailgate is not closed correctly,

■ the vehicle had a rear end accident,

■ there are extreme temperaturechanges.


Traffic sign assistant

Functionality

The traffic sign assistant systemdetects designated traffic signs via afront camera and displays them in theDriver Information Centre.

Road signs

beginning and end of:

■ motorways

■ A-roads

■ play streets

Add on signs

■ additional hints to traffic signs

■ restriction of trailer towing

■ wet warning

■ ice warning

■ direction arrows Combinations of more signs in thedi l ibl



Traffic signs, which will be detected,are

Limit- and no passing signs

■ speed limit

■ no passing

■ end of speed limit

■ end of no passing

Speed limit signs are displayed in theDriver Information Centre until thenext speed limit sign or end of speedlimit is detected or up to a defined signtimeout.

display are possible.


An exclamation mark in a frameindicates that there is an add on signdetected which cannot be recognisedby the system.

The system is active up to a speed of 200 km/h depending on the lightingconditions. At night the system isactive up to a speed of 160 km/h.

As soon as the speed becomes

slower than 55 km/h the display willbe reset and the content of the trafficsign page will be cleared. The nextrecognized speed indication will bedi l d

Traffic signs are displayed on thepage Traffic sign detection on theDriver Information Centre, chosen viathe adjuster wheel on the turn signallever 3 115.

When another function on the Driver Information Centre menu wasselected and then Traffic sign

detection page is chosen again, the

last recognised traffic sign will bedisplayed.

If the system is deactivated by itself,the content of the traffic sign page isl d ( t if i d ith

The content of the traffic sign page isalso cleared during driving by pushingthe SET/CLR button on the turn signallever for a longer time.



displayed.

Display indication

cleared (not if equipped with anavigation system), indicated by thefollowing symbol:

Pop-up function

Speed limits and no passing signs aredisplayed as pop-ups on each pageof the Driver Information Centre.


The pop-up function can bedeactivated on the traffic sign page by

Once setting page is displayed, selectOff to deactivate pop-up function.Reactivated by selecting On. Whenswitching on the ignition, pop-upfunction is deactivated.

Pop-up indication is displayed for approx. 8 seconds in the Driver Information Centre.

Traffic sign detection in

conjunction with navigation

system

If the vehicle is equipped with anavigation system the following

Fault

The traffic sign assistant system manot operate correctly when:

■ the area of the windscreen, wherethe front camera is located, is notclean

■ traffic signs are completely or partially covered or difficult todiscern

■ there are adverse environmentalconditions like heavy rain, snow,direct sunlight or shadows. In thiscase No Traffic Sign Detection du



deactivated on the traffic sign page bypressing the SET/CLR button on theturn signal lever.

navigation system, the followingfeatures can be available:

■ constant indication of actual speedlimits

■ on heavy weather conditions, thenavigation data for speed limits aredisplayed

to Weather is indicated on thedisplay

■ traffic signs are incorrectly mounteor damaged

■ traffic signs do not comply with thVienna Convention on traffic signs(Wiener Übereinkommen über Straßenverkehrszeichen)

Caution

The system is intended to help thedriver within a defined speedrange to discern certain traffic


signs. Do not ignore traffic signswhich are not displayed by thesystem.

The system does not discern anyother than the conventional trafficsigns that might give or end aspeed limit.

Do not let this special feature

tempt you into taking risks whendriving.

Always adapt speed to the roadconditions.

The driver assistance systems do

Criteria for the detection of anunintended lane change are:

■ no operation of turn signals

■ no brake pedal operation

■ no active accelerator operation or speeding-up

■ no active steering

If the driver is active, no warning will

be issued.

Activation

on. When the control indicator ) inthe instrument cluster illuminatesgreen, the system is ready to operate.

The system is only operable atvehicle speeds above 56 km/h and if lane markings are available.

When the system recognises anunintended lane change, the controlindicator ) changes to yellow and

flashes. Simultaneously a chimesound is activated.



The driver assistance systems donot relieve the driver from fullresponsibility for vehicleoperation.

Lane departure warning

The lane departure warning systemobserves the lane markings betweenwhich the vehicle is driving via a frontcamera. The system detects lanechanges and warns the driver in theevent of an unintended lane changevia visual and acoustic signals.

The lane departure warning system isactivated by pressing the ) button.The illuminated LED in the buttonindicates that the system is switched

Deactivation

The system is deactivated bypressing ) button, the LED in the

button extinguishes.


At speeds below 56 km/h the systemis inoperable.

Fault

The lane departure warning systemmay not operate properly when:

■ the windscreen is not clean

■ there are adverse environmentalconditions like heavy rain, snow,

direct sunlight or shadowsThe system can not operate when nolane marking is detected.

Fuel

Fuel for petrol engines

Only use unleaded fuel that complieswith European standard EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent.

Your engine is capable to run withE10 fuel that fulfills these standards.

E10 fuel contains up to 10 %bioethanol.

Use fuel with the recommendedoctane rating 3 280. Use of fuel withtoo low an octane rating can reduce

Caution

Use of fuel that does not comply toEN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent can lead to deposits or engine damage and may affectyour warranty.

Caution

Use of fuel with too low an octanerating could lead to uncontrolledcombustion and engine damage.



too low an octane rating can reduceengine power and torque and slightlyincreases fuel consumption.

Caution

Do not use fuel or fuel additivesthat contain metallic compoundssuch as manganese-basedadditives. This may cause enginedamage.

g g

Fuel for diesel engines

Only use diesel fuel that complieswith EN 590.

In countries outside the EuropeanUnion use Euro-Diesel fuel with asulphur concentration below 50 ppm


Caution

Use of fuel that does not comply toEN 590 or similar can lead toengine powerloss, increased wear or engine damage and may affectyour warranty.

Do not use marine diesel oils, heating

oils, Aquazole and similar diesel-water emulsions. Diesel fuels mustnot be diluted with fuels for petrolengines.

The boiling point depends on thepressure and mixing ratio. At ambientpressure, it is between -42 °C (purepropane) and -0.5 °C (pure butane).

Caution

The system works at an ambienttemperature of approx. -8 °C to

100 °C.Full function of the LPG system canonly be guaranteed with liquid gaswhich complies with the minimum

i t f DIN EN 589

Pressing the LPG button switchesbetween petrol and liquid gasoperation as soon as the requiredparameters (coolant temperature,gas temperature and minimumengine speed) have been reached.The requirements are usually fulfilledafter around 60 seconds (dependingon exterior temperature) and the firstfirm press on the accelerator. TheLED status shows the currentoperating mode.

1 off = petrol operation1 illuminates = liquid gas



Fuel for liquid gas

operation

Liquid gas is known as LPG

(Liquefied Petroleum Gas) or under its French name GPL (Gaz de PétroleLiquéfié). LPG is also known asAutogas.

LPG consists mainly of propane andbutane. The octane rating is between105 and 115, depending on thebutane proportion. LPG is storedliquid at around 5 - 10 bar pressure.

requirements of DIN EN 589.

Fuel selector

q goperation

1 flashes = no switching ispossible, one typeof fuel is empty

As soon as the liquid gas tanks areempty, petrol operation isautomatically engaged until theignition is switched off.

Every six months, run the petrol tankdown until control indicator i

illuminates, then refuel. This helpsmaintain fuel quality and systemfunction for petrol operation.


Fill the tank completely at regular intervals to prevent corrosion in thetank.

Faults and remedies

If gas mode is not possible, check thefollowing:

■ Is there enough liquid gas present?

■ Is there enough petrol present for

starting?Due to extreme temperatures incombination with the gascomposition, it may take slightlylonger before the system switches

Caution

Repairs and adjustments may onlybe made by trained specialists inorder to maintain the safety andwarranty on the LPG system.

Liquid gas is given a particular odour (odorised) so that any leaks can be

detected easily.

Warning

If you smell gas in the vehicle or inTurn the thumb wheel clockwise.

If no further gas odour is perceptible



longer before the system switchesfrom petrol to gas mode.

In extreme situations, the system mayalso switch back to petrol mode if theminimum requirements are not

fulfilled.Seek the assistance of a workshop inthe event of all other faults.

If you smell gas in the vehicle or inthe immediate vicinity, switch topetrol mode immediately. Nosmoking. No naked flames or ignition sources.

If possible, close the manual shut-off valve on the multivalve. Themultivalve is located on the liquid gastank in the load compartment,underneath the rear floor cover.

If no further gas odour is perceptiblewhen the manual shut-off valve isclosed, the vehicle can be used inpetrol mode. If the gas odour persistsdo not start the engine. Have the

cause of the fault remedied by aworkshop.

When using underground car parks,follow the instructions of the operatoand local laws.

Note

In the event of an accident, switch ofthe ignition and lights. Close themanual shut-off valve on multivalve


Refuelling

Danger

Fuel is flammable and explosive.No smoking. No naked flames or sparks.

If you can smell fuel in your vehicle, have the cause of thisremedied immediately by anauthorized dealer.

Caution

In case of misfuelling, do notThe fuel filler flap can only be openedif the vehicle is unlocked. Pull flap at



Danger

Before refuelling, switch off engineand any external heaters with

combustion chambers. Switch off any mobile phones.

Follow the operating and safetyinstructions of the filling stationwhen refuelling.

g,switch on ignition.

Fuel filler flap is located at right rear side of the vehicle.

pthe recess and open..

To open, turn the cap slowly to theleft.


The fuel filler cap can be retained inthe bracket on the fuel filler flap.

Liquid gas refuelling

Follow the operating and safetyinstructions of the filling station whenrefuelling.

The filling valve for the liquid gas isbehind the fuel filler cap.

Fit the required adapter.



p

For refuelling, fully insert the pumpnozzle and switch it on.

After automatic cut-off, it can betopped up with max. two doses of fuel.

Caution

Wipe off any overflowing fuelimmediately.

To close, turn the fuel filler cap to theright until it clicks.

Close the flap and let engage.

Unscrew protective cap from the filler neck.

ACME Adapter: Screw the nut of thefilling nozzle onto the adapter. Press

locking lever on filler nozzle down.


DISH (Italy) filler neck: Place the filler nozzle into the adapter. Press lockinglever on filler nozzle down.

Bayonet filler neck: Place filler nozzleon the adapter and turn to the left or right through one quarter turn. Pulllocking lever of filler nozzle fully.

EURO filler neck: Press the filler nozzle onto the adapter until it

engages.Press the button of the liquid gassupply point. The filling system stopsor begins to run slowly when 80%ofthe tank volume is reached

Warning

Due to the system design, anescape of liquid gas after releasing the locking lever isunavoidable. Avoid inhaling.

Warning

The liquid gas tank may only befilled to 80% for safety reasons.

The multivalve on the liquid gas tankautomatically limits the fill quantity If

ACME adapter: Belgium, Germany,Ireland, Luxembourg, Switzerland



ofthe tank volume is reached(maximum fill level).

Release button on filling system andthe filling process stops. Release thelocking lever and remove the filler

nozzle. A small quantity of liquid gascan escape.

Remove adapter and stow in vehicle.

Fit protective cap to prevent thepenetration of foreign bodies into thefiller opening and the system.

automatically limits the fill quantity. If a larger quantity is added, werecommend not exposing the vehicleto the sun until the excess amounthas been used up.

Filling adapter

As filling systems are notstandardised, different adapters arerequired which are available fromOpel Distributors and from OpelAuthorised Repairers.

Bayonet adapter: Netherlands,

Norway, Spain, United Kingdom


EURO adapter: Spain

Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania,Macedonia, Austria, Poland,Portugal, Romania, Sweden,Switzerland, Serbia, Slovakia,Slovenia, Czech Republic, Turkey,Ukraine, Hungary

Fuel filler cap

Only use genuine fuel filler caps.Diesel-engined vehicles have specialfuel filler caps.

Fuel consumption - CO

2

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General information

The official fuel consumption andspecific CO2 emission figures quoterelate to the EU base model withstandard equipment.

Fuel consumption data and CO2

emission data are determinedaccording to regulation R (EC) No.715/2007 (in the version respectivel

applicable), taking into considerationthe vehicle weight in running order, aspecified by the regulation.

The figures are provided only for thepurpose of comparison between



DISH (Italy) adapter: Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Denmark,

Estonia, France, Greece, Italy,

Emissions

The fuel consumption (combined) of the model Opel Astra is within a rangeof 3.7 to 8.1 l/100 km.

The CO2 emission (combined) iswithin a range of 99 to 189 g/km.

For the values specific for your vehicle, refer to the EEC Certificate of Conformity provided with your vehicleor other national registrationdocuments.

purpose of comparison betweendifferent vehicle variants and mustnot be taken as a guarantee for theactual fuel consumption of aparticular vehicle. Additional

equipment may result in slightlyhigher results than the statedconsumption and CO2 figures.Furthermore, fuel consumption isdependent on personal driving styleas well as road and traffic conditions


Towing

General information

Only use towing equipment that hasbeen approved for your vehicle.Entrust retrofitting of towingequipment to a workshop. It may benecessary to make changes thataffect the cooling system, heat

shields or other equipment.The bulb outage detection function for trailer brake light cannot detect apartial bulb outage, e.g. in case of 4 x5 watts it only detects lamp outage

Driving characteristics and

towing tips

Before attaching a trailer, lubricatethe coupling ball. However, do not doso if a stabiliser, which acts on thecoupling ball, is being used to reducesnaking movements.

For trailers with low driving stability

and caravan trailers with a permittedgross vehicle weight of more than1300 kg the use of a stabiliser isstrongly recommended when drivingabove 80 km/h.

If th t il t t ki d i

Trailer towing

Trailer loads

The permissible trailer loads arevehicle and engine-dependentmaximum values which must not beexceeded. The actual trailer load isthe difference between the actualgross weight of the trailer and the

actual coupling socket load with thetrailer coupled.

The permissible trailer loads arespecified in the vehicle documents. Ingeneral, they are valid for gradients



5 watts it only detects lamp outagewhen only a 5 watt lamp remains or no lamp remains.

Fitting of towing equipment couldcover the opening of the towing eye.If this is the case use the coupling ballbar for towing. Always keep thecoupling ball bar in the vehicle.

Installation dimensions of factory-fitted towing equipment 3 315.

If the trailer starts snaking, drive moreslowly, do not attempt to correct thesteering and brake sharply if necessary.

When driving downhill, drive in thesame gear as if driving uphill anddrive at a similar speed.

Adjust tyre pressure to the valuespecified for full load 3 303.

up to max. 12 %.

The permitted trailer load applies upto the specified incline and up to analtitude of 1000 metres above sea

level. Since engine power decreasesas altitude increases due to the air becoming thinner, therefore reducingclimbing ability, the permissible grosstrain weight also decreases by 10 %for every 1000 metres of additionalaltitude. The gross train weight doesnot have to be reduced when drivingon roads with slight inclines (less than8 %, e.g. motorways).


The permissible gross train weightmust not be exceeded. This weight isspecified on the identification plate3 275.

Vertical coupling load

The vertical coupling load is the loadexerted by the trailer on the couplingball. It can be varied by changing theweight distribution when loading thetrailer.The maximum permissible verticalcoupling load (75 kg) is specified onthe towing equipment identificationplate and in the vehicle documents

Rear axle load

When the trailer is coupled and thetowing vehicle fully loaded, thepermissible rear axle load (seeidentification plate or vehicledocuments) may be exceeded by60 kg, the gross vehicle weight ratingmay be exceeded by 60 kg. If thepermissible rear axle load is

exceeded, a maximum speed of 100 km/h applies.

Towing equipment

Stowage of coupling ball bar

The bag with the coupling ball bar is



plate and in the vehicle documents.Always aim for the maximum load,especially in the case of heavytrailers. The vertical coupling loadshould never fall below 25 kg.

Caution

When operating without a trailer,remove the coupling ball bar.

The bag with the coupling ball bar isstowed in the rear stowagecompartment on the floor.

Place the strap through the lashing

eye, wrap around twice and tightenthe strap to secure the bag.


Fitting the coupling ball bar

Press fastenings inward and remove

Disengage and fold down the socket.Remove the sealing plug from theopening for the coupling ball bar andstow it.

Checking the tensioning of the

coupling ball bar

Otherwise, the coupling ball bar mustbe tensioned before being inserted:

■ Unlock coupling ball bar by turningkey to position c.



Press fastenings inward and removecover, except 3-door hatchback.

■ Red marking on rotary knob mustpoint towards green marking oncoupling ball bar.

■ The gap between the rotary knoband the coupling ball bar must beapprox. 6 mm.

■ The key must be in position c.

■ Pull out rotary knob and turnclockwise as far as it will go.


Inserting the coupling ball bar

Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar

Eye for break-away stopping cable

Attach breakaway stopping cable to

■ The coupling ball bar must be firmlengaged in the opening.

■ The coupling ball bar must belocked and the key removed.

Warning

Towing a trailer is permitted onlywhen a coupling ball bar is fitted

correctly. If the coupling ball bar does not engage correctly, seekthe assistance of a workshop.

Dismounting the coupling ball



p gin the opening and push firmlyupwards until it audibly engages.

The rotary handle snaps back into itsoriginal position resting against the

coupling ball bar without a gap.

Warning

Do not touch rotary handle duringinsertion.

Lock the coupling ball bar by turningthe key to position e. Remove the key

and close the protective flap.

y pp geye.

Check that the coupling ball bar is

correctly installed

■ Green marking on rotary knob mustpoint towards green marking oncoupling ball bar.

■ There must be no gap between therotary handle and the coupling ballbar.

bar


Open the protective flap and turn thekey to position c to unlock thecoupling ball bar.

Pull out rotary handle and turnclockwise as far as it will go. Pull outcoupling ball bar downwards.

Insert sealing plug in opening. Foldaway socket.

Replace cover, except 3-door

hatchback.

Trailer stability assist

If the system detects snakingmovements engine power is reduced



movements, engine power is reducedand the vehicle/trailer combination isselectively braked until the snakingceases. While system is working keep

steering wheel as still as possible.Trailer stability assist (TSA) is afunction of the Electronic StabilityControl 3 170.

Vehicle care 21

Vehicle care

General Information ................... 215

Vehicle checks ........................... 216

Bulb replacement ....................... 223

Electrical system ........................ 241

Vehicle tools .............................. 247Wheels and tyres ....................... 249

Jump starting ............................. 265

Towing ....................................... 267

Appearance care ....................... 269

General Information

Accessories and vehicle

modifications

We recommend the use of genuineparts and accessories and factoryapproved parts specific for your vehicle type. We cannot assess or guarantee reliability of other products- even if they have a regulatory or otherwise granted approval.

Do not make any modifications to theelectrical system, e.g. changes of electronic control units (chip tuning).

Vehicle storage

Storage for a long period of time

If the vehicle is to be stored for severamonths:

■ Wash and wax the vehicle.

■ Have the wax in the enginecompartment and underbodychecked.

■ Clean and preserve the rubber seals.

■ Fill up fuel tank completely.

■ Change the engine oil.



pp electronic control units (chip tuning).

Caution

When transporting the vehicle ona train or on a recovery vehicle, themud flaps might be damaged.

■ Drain the washer fluid reservoir.

■ Check the coolant antifreeze andcorrosion protection.

■ Adjust tyre pressure to the valuespecified for full load.

■ Park the vehicle in a dry, wellventilated place. Engage first or reverse gear or set selector lever tP. Prevent the vehicle from rolling

■ Do not apply the parking brake.

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■ Open the bonnet, close all doorsand lock the vehicle.

■ Disconnect the clamp from thenegative terminal of the vehiclebattery. Beware that all systems arenot functional, e.g. anti-theft alarmsystem.

Putting back into operation

When the vehicle is to be put back intooperation:

■ Connect the clamp to the negativeterminal of the vehicle battery.Activate the electronics of thepower windows.

End-of-life vehicle

recovery

Information on end-of-life vehiclerecovery centres and the recycling of end-of-life vehicles is available on our website. Only entrust this work to anauthorised recycling centre.

Gas vehicles must be recycled by a

service centre authorised for gasvehicles.

Vehicle checks

Performing work



power windows.

■ Check tyre pressure.

■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.

■ Check the engine oil level.

■ Check the coolant level.

■ Fit the number plate if necessary.

Warning

Only perform engine compartmentchecks when the ignition is off.

The cooling fan may startoperating even if the ignition is off.

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Danger

The ignition system and Xenonheadlights use extremely highvoltage. Do not touch.

Bonnet

Opening

Push the safety catch to the right andopen the bonnet.

If the bonnet is opened during anAutostop, the engine will be restarteautomatically for safety reasons.

Closing

Before closing the bonnet, press thesupport into the holder.

Lower the bonnet and allow it to drointo the catch. Check that the bonne

is engaged.

Engine oil

Check the engine oil level manuallyon a regular basis to prevent damagt th i E th t th



Pull the release lever and return it toits original position.

Secure the bonnet support.

to the engine. Ensure that the correcspecification of oil is used.Recommended fluids and lubricants3 273.

Check with the vehicle on a levelsurface. The engine must be atoperating temperature and switchedoff for at least 5 minutes.

Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,insert it to the stop on the handle, puout and read the engine oil level.

Insert dipstick to the stop on thehandle and make half a turn.

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Different dipsticks are useddepending on engine variant.

When the engine oil level hasdropped to the MIN mark, top upengine oil.

Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.

Engine coolant

The coolant provides freezeprotection down to approx. -28 °C. Innorthern countries with very lowtemperatures the factory filled coolantprovides frost protection down toapprox. -37°C.

Caution

Only use approved antifreeze.



We recommend the use of the samegrade of engine oil that was used atlast change.

The engine oil level must not exceedthe MAX mark on the dipstick.

Caution

Overfilled engine oil must bedrained or suctioned out.

Capacities 3 302.

Coolant level

Caution

Too low a coolant level can causeengine damage.

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If the cooling system is cold, thecoolant level should be above thefilling line mark. Top up if the level is

the coolant concentration checkedand have the cause of the coolantloss remedied by a workshop.

Washer fluid

Caution

Only washer fluid with a sufficientantifreeze concentration providesprotection at low temperatures or a sudden drop in temperature.

Brakes

In the event of minimum thickness othe brake lining, a squealing noisesounds during braking.

Continued driving is possible buthave the brake lining replaced assoon as possible.



low.

Warning

Allow the engine to cool beforeopening the cap. Carefully openthe cap, relieving the pressureslowly.

To top up use a 1:1 mixture of released coolant concentrate mixedwith clean tap water. If no coolantconcentrate is available, use clean

tap water. Install the cap tightly. Have

Fill with clean water mixed with asuitable quantity of windscreenwasher fluid which containsantifreeze. For the correct mixing ratiorefer to the washer fluid container.

Once new brake linings are installeddo not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys.

Brake fluid

Warning

Brake fluid is poisonous andcorrosive. Avoid contact with eyes,skin, fabrics and painted surfaces.

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The brake fluid level must be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks.

When topping up, ensure maximum

Battery

The vehicle battery is maintenance-free provided that the driving profileallows sufficient charging of thebattery. Short-distance-driving andfrequent engine starts can dischargethe battery. Avoid the use of unnecessary electrical consumers.

Replacing the battery

Note

Any deviation from the instructionsgiven in this paragraph may lead toa temporary deactivation of the stop-start system.

When the battery is being r eplaced,please ensure that there are no openventilation holes in the vicinity of the

positive terminal. If a ventilation holeis open in this area, it must be closedoff with a dummy cap, and theventilation in the vicinity of thenegative terminal must be opened.

Only use batteries that allow the fuse



When topping up, ensure maximumcleanliness as contamination of thebrake fluid can lead to brake systemmalfunctions. Have the cause of the

loss of brake fluid remedied by aworkshop.

Only use high-performance brakefluid approved for the vehicle. Brakeand clutch fluid 3 273.

Batteries do not belong in householdwaste. They must be disposed of atan appropriate recycling collectionpoint.

Laying up the vehicle for more than4 weeks can lead to batterydischarge. Disconnect the clamp fromthe negative terminal of the vehiclebattery.

Ensure the ignition is switched off before connecting or disconnectingthe vehicle battery.

Battery discharge protection 3 145.

Only use batteries that allow the fusebox to be mounted above the battery.

In vehicles with stop-start system,ensure to have the AGM (AbsorptiveGlass Mat) battery replaced with anAGM battery again.

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An AGM battery can be identified bythe label on the battery. Werecommend the use of an originalO l b tt

Charging the battery

Warning

On vehicles with stop-startsystem, ensure that the chargingpotential does not exceed 14.6volts when using a batterycharger. Otherwise the batterymight be damaged.

Jump starting 3 265.

Warning label

Meaning of symbols:■ No sparks, naked flames or smoking.

■ Always shield eyes. Explosivegases can cause blindness or injury.

■ Keep the battery out of reach of children.

■ The battery contains sulfuric acidwhich could cause blindness or serious burn injuries.

■ See the Owner’s Manual for furtheinformation.

■ Explosive gas may be present in



Opel battery.

Note

Using an AGM battery different from

the original Opel battery might resultin a lower performance of the stop-start system.

We recommend that you have thebattery replaced by a workshop.


the vicinity of the battery.

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Diesel fuel system

bleeding

If the tank has been run dry, the dieselfuel system must be bled. Switch onthe ignition three times for 15 seconds at a time. Then crank theengine for a maximum of 40 seconds. Repeat this process after no less than 5 seconds. If the engine

fails to start, seek the assistance of aworkshop.

Wiper blade replacement

Lift the wiper arm until it stays in theraised position, press button todisengage the wiper blade andremove.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angledto the wiper arm and push until itengages.

Lower wiper arm carefully.

Wiper blade on the rear window

Lower wiper arm carefully.



Lift wiper arm. Disengage wiper bladeas shown in illustration and remove.

Attach the wiper blade slightly angledto the wiper arm and push until itengages.

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Bulb replacement

Switch off the ignition and switch off the relevant switch or close the doors.

Only hold a new bulb at the base! Donot touch the bulb glass with barehands.

Use only the same bulb type for replacement.

Replace headlight bulbs from withinthe engine compartment.

Bulb check

After a bulb replacement switch onthe ignition operate and check the

Halogen headlights


notchback, Sports tourer

Low beam (1)

1. Rotate the cap (1) anticlockwiseand remove it.



the ignition, operate and check thelights.

Halogen headlights with separatebulbs for low beam and high beam.

Low beam (1) outer bulb.

High beam (2) inner bulb.

Sidelight/Daytime running light (3).

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2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage.Withdraw the bulb holder from thereflector.

High beam (2)


2 R t t th b lb h ld

Sidelights/Daytime running light (3)

1. Rotate the cap (3) anticlockwiseand remove it. Use thescrewdriver to rotate the cap



3. Detach the bulb from the bulbholder and replace the bulb.

4. Insert the bulb holder, engagingthe two lugs into the reflector androtate clockwise to secure.

5. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise.


3. Detach the bulb from the bulbholder and replace the bulb.



screwdriver to rotate the cap.

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2. Press latches together andwithdraw the bulb holder from thereflector.

3 Remove the bulb from the socket

3-door hatchback

Bi-Halogen Headlight (1) with onebulb for low and high beam.

Low/High beam (1)




3. Remove the bulb from the socketand replace the bulb.

4. Insert the bulb holder into the

reflector. Fit the cap and rotateclockwise.

g

Sidelight/Daytime running light (2).

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Sidelight/Daytime running light (2)

1. Rotate bulb socket (2)anticlockwise to disengage.Withdraw the bulb socket from the

2. Remove the bulb from the socketby pulling.

3. Replace and insert new bulb intosocket



3. Disengage the bulb holder fromthe plug connector by pressingthe retaining lug.

4. Replace the bulb and connectbulb holder with the plugconnector.



Withdraw the bulb socket from thereflector.

socket.

4. Insert the bulb socket into thereflector and turn clockwise.

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Danger

Adaptive forward lighting systemuses Xenon headlights.

Xenon headlights work under extremely high electrical voltage.Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced

by a workshop.Sidelight/Daytime running lights aredesigned as Light Emitting Diodes(LEDs) and cannot be changed.

Bulbs for corner lighting can beh d

Corner lighting

1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise andremove it.

2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage.Withdraw the bulb holder from threflector.



changed.3. Disengage the bulb from the plu

connector by pulling.

4. Replace the bulb and connectbulb holder with the plugconnector.

5. Insert the bulb holder, engagingthe two lugs into the reflector anrotate clockwise to secure.


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Fog lights



2. Unscrew both screws and removeturn light assembly from thebumper.

3. Unscrew three screws andremove fog light assembly fromthe bumper.

4 Turn the bulb socket anti-



1. Release both caps with ascrewdriver at the marked area.

4. Turn the bulb socket anticlockwise and remove it from thereflector.

5. Disengage the bulb socket fromthe plug connector by pressingthe retaining lug.

6. Replace and insert bulb socketinto the reflector, turn socketclockwise and attach the plugconnector.

7. Attach fog light assembly into thebumper and fix with three screws.

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8. Attach turn light assembly into thebumper and fix with two screws.

9. Engage both caps.

3-door hatchback

2. Unscrew both screws and removelight assembly from the bumper.

3. Turn the bulb socket anti-clockwise and remove it from thereflector.


5. Remove and replace the bulbsocket with bulb and attach theplug connector.

6. Insert the bulb socket into thereflector by turning clockwise anengage.

7. Mount the light assembly bytightening both screws.

8. Assemble and engage the cover



1. Disengage the cover with a

screwdriver in the recess andremove the cover.

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Front turn signal lights



2. Unscrew both screws and removelight assembly from the bumper.

3. Disengage the bulb socket fromthe reflector by pressing bothretaining lugs.

4. Disengage the plug connector



1. Release both caps with ascrewdriver at the marked area.

g g p gfrom the bulb socket by pressingthe retaining lug.

5. Remove and replace the bulbsocket with bulb.

6. Insert the bulb socket into thereflector and attach the plugconnector.

7. Attach light assembly into thebumper and fix with both screws.

8. Engage both caps.

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5-door hatchback, 4-door notchback,

Sports tourer with Sport/GSi front

bumper

The bulbs are accessible frombeneath the vehicle.


4. Remove and replace the bulb

3-door hatchback

1. Rotate cap (1) anticlockwise andremove it.



1. Disengage the spring clip andthen swivel it backwards.

2. Pull the bulb socket with bulb outof the reflector.

socket with bulb.

5. Attach the plug connector.

6. Insert the bulb socket into thereflector.

7. Swivel the spring clip forwardsand engage.

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2. Rotate bulb socket anticlockwiseto disengage and withdraw fromthe reflector.

3. Remove the bulb from the socket

Tail lights

5-door hatchback

1 Release the cover on the

2. Unscrew the plastic securing nutfrom the inside by hand.



by turning anticlockwise.

4. Replace and insert new bulb intosocket by turning clockwise.

5. Insert the bulb socket into thereflector and turn clockwise.


1. Release the cover on therespective side and remove it.

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3. Carefully withdraw the tail light

assembly from recesses andremove. Make sure that the cableduct remains in position.

4. Detach the cable from theretainer.

5. Detach the wiring plug from thebulb carrier.

7. Remove and replace the bulb bywithdrawing or pushing the bulbslightly into the socket androtating anticlockwise:

Close the cover and engage.

Light assembly in the tailgate

1. Open the tailgate and remove thcover and both blind cover on th



6. Unscrew the three screws with ascrewdriver and remove the bulbcarrier from the light assembly.

Tail light (1)

Brake light (2)

Turn signal light (3)8. Insert the bulb carrier into the tail

light assembly and screw intoplace. Connect the wiring plugand press the cable into theretainer. Fit light assembly withthe retaining pins into therecesses of the car body andtighten the securing nut from the

inside of the load compartment.

cover and both blind cover on threspective side.

2. Unscrew and remove three

screws.3. Remove the light assembly. Mak

sure that the cable duct remains iposition.

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4. Press the retaining lug andremove the bulb carrier from thelight assembly.

5. Remove and replace the bulb by

withdrawing or pushing the bulbslightly into the socket androtating anticlockwise:

Tail light (1)

Rear fog light/Reverse light (2),depending on the side.

6. Insert the bulb carrier into the taillight assembly. Fit light assembly

on the tailgate and tighten thescrews from the inside. Attach allcovers.

4-door notchback

1. Remove cover on the responding

side.

2. Unscrew two plastic securing nutsfrom the inside by hand.



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3. Carefully withdraw tail light


4. Detach wiring plug from bulbcarrier.

Turn signal light (2)

6. Insert bulb holder and turnclockwise. Connect the wiringplug. Fit light assembly with theretaining pins into the recesses of the car body and tighten thesecuring nuts from the inside of the load compartment. Attachcover.


2. Remove the bulb holder byturning and replace the bulb bywithdrawing or pushing the bulbslightly into the socket androtating anticlockwise:




Tail light/Brake light (1)1. Open the tailgate and remove the

cover on the respective side.

rotating anticlockwise:

Tail light (1)


3. Insert bulb holder and turnclockwise. Attach cover.

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Sports tourer

1. On left-hand side, fold down theblind and remove.

2. Remove cover on the respective

side.

3. Unscrew two plastic securing nutsfrom the inside by hand.

4. Carefully withdraw tail light





6. Remove the bulb holder byturning anticlockwise and replacethe bulb by withdrawing or pushing the bulb slightly into thesocket and rotating anticlockwise:

Tail lights (1 + 2)


Brake light (4)

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7. Connect the wiring plug and press

the cable into the retainer. Fit lightassembly with the retaining pinsinto the recesses of the car bodyand tighten the securing nuts fromthe inside of the loadcompartment. Attach cover.


1. Open the tailgate and remove theblind covers on the respectiveside.

2 Unscrew and remove the screws

4. Remove the bulb holder byturning anticlockwise and replacthe bulb by withdrawing or pushing the bulb slightly into thesocket and rotating anticlockwise



When assembling press the blindon the left-hand side into therubber grommets to reach fullretention force.

2. Unscrew and remove the screws.

3. Remove the tail light assemblyand detach wiring plug from thebulb carrier.

socket and rotating anticlockwise

Tail light (1)


5. Fit the light assembly in thetailgate and tighten the screwsfrom the inside. Attach all covers

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Rear fog light respectively reverselight (2), depending on the side, canbe replaced by a cover in the tailgatewithout removing the light assembly:remove cover, turn bulb holder and

3-door hatchback

2. Unscrew both plastic securingnuts from the inside by hand.



remove cover, turn bulb holder andreplace the bulb by rotatinganticlockwise.

1. Release the cover on therespective side and remove it.

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3. Carefully withdraw the light

assembly from the recesses andremove.


Only turn signal light (2) can be

changed.6. Insert and turn bulb holder

clockwise into the tail lightassembly. Connect the wiringplug with the light assembly. Fitlight assembly with the retainingpins into the recesses of the car body and tighten the securingnuts from the inside of the load

compartment. Close cover andengage.


2. Unscrew three screws.

3. Remove the tail light assemblyfrom tailgate.




5. Remove the bulb holder byturning and replace the bulb by

withdrawing or pushing the bulbslightly into the socket androtating anticlockwise:

Tail light/Brake light (1)


version with Light Emitting Diode

(LED)

1. Open the tailgate and remove thecovers on the respective side.

Tail light (1)


(2) (only one side)

version with Light Emitting Diode

(LED)

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Only rear fog light respectively

reverse light (2), depending on theside, can be changed.

5. Insert and turn bulb holder clockwise into the tail lightassembly. Fit the tail lightassembly in the tailgate andtighten the screws. Attach allcovers.

Side turn signal lights

Have bulbs replaced by a workshop.

Number plate light

1. Insert screwdriver in recess of the

cover, press to the side andrelease spring. Remove cover.

2. Remove the bulb holder downwards, taking care not to pullon the cable.

Interior lights

Courtesy light, reading lights


Load compartment light


Instrument panel

illumination




3. Disengage the retaining lug and

remove the bulb holder from thewiring plug.

4. Remove and replace the bulbholder with bulb.

5. Connect the wiring plug to thebulb holder.

6. Push the bulb holder into thehousing and close the cover.

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Electrical system

Fuses

Data on the replacement fuse mustmatch the data on the defective fuse.

There are three fuse boxes in thevehicle:

■ in the front left of the enginecompartment,

■ in left-hand drive vehicles, in theinterior behind the storagecompartment, or, in right-handdrive vehicles, behind theglovebox,

■ behind a cover on the left side of theload compartment



load compartment.

Before replacing a fuse, turn off the

respective switch and the ignition.A blown fuse can be recognized by itsmelted wire. Do not replace the fuseuntil the cause of the fault has beenremedied.

Some functions are protected byseveral fuses.

Fuses may also be inserted withoutexistence of a function.

Fuse extractor

A fuse extractor may be located in thefuse box in the engine compartment.

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Place the fuse extractor on thevarious types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse.

Engine compartment fuse

box

The fuse box is in the front left of theengine compartment.



engine compartment.

Disengage the cover and fold itupwards until it stops. Remove thecover vertically upwards.

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No. Circuit

1 Engine control module

2 Lambda probe

3 Fuel injection, ignition system

4 Fuel injection, ignition system

5 –

6 Mirror heating

7 Fan control

8 Lambda probe, engine

9 Rear window sensor

10 Battery sensor

No. Circuit

17 Transmission control module

18 Heated rear window

19 Front power windows

20 Rear power windows

21 ABS

22 Left high beam (Halogen)

23 Headlamp washer system

24 Right low beam (Xenon)

25 Left low beam (Xenon)

26 Fog lights

No. Circuit

34 –

35 Power windows

36 –

37 Canister vent solenoid

38 Vacuum pump

39 Fuel system control module

40 Windscreen washer, Rear window washer system

41 Right high beam (Halogen)

42 Radiator fan

Windscreen wiper



11 Trunk release

12 Adaptive forward lightingmodule

13 –

14 Rear window wiper

15 Engine control module

16 Starter

27 Diesel fuel heating

28 – 29 Electrical parking brake

30 ABS

31 –

32 Airbag

33 Adaptive forward lighting

43 Windscreen wiper

44 –

45 Radiator fan

46 –

47 Horn

48 Radiator fan

49 Fuel pump

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No. Circuit

50 Headlamp levelling

51 Air shutter

52 Auxiliary heater, diesel engine

53 Transmission control module,Engine control module

54 Wiring monitoring

After having changed defective fusesclose the fuse box cover and pressuntil it engages.

If the fuse box cover is not closedcorrectly, malfunction may occur.

Instrument panel fuse box

In left-hand drive vehicles, the fuse

In right-hand drive vehicles, the fusebox is located behind a cover in theglovebox. Open the glovebox, thenopen the cover and fold it down.



In left hand drive vehicles, the fusebox is behind the storagecompartment in the instrument panel.

Open the compartment and push it tothe left to unlock. Fold thecompartment down and remove it.

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No. Circuit

1 Displays

2 Exterior lights

3 Exterior lights

4 Radio

5 Infotainment system, instru‐ment

6 Power outlet front

7 Power outlet rear seat

8 Left low beam

9 Right low beam

Door locks

No. Circuit

17 Air conditioning system

18 Prefuse: radio, Infotainment,displays

19 Brake lights, tail lights, interior lights

20 –

21 – 22 Ignition switch

23 Body control unit

24 Body control unit

25 –

Load compartment fuse

box


hatchback

The fuse box is on the left side of thload compartment behind a cover.



10 Door locks

11 Interior fan

12 –

13 –

14 Diagnostic connector

15 Airbag

16 –

26 Power outlet load compartment(if no load compartment fusebox) (Sports tourer only)

Remove the cover.

Sports tourer

The fuse box is on the left side of thload compartment behind a cover.

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Fold down the blind and remove.

Fuse assignments

No. Circuit

1 Trailer module

2 Trailer outlet

3 Parking assist

4 –

5 –

6 –

7 –

8 Anti-theft alarm system

9 –

10 –

T il d l T il k



Remove the cover.

11 Trailer module, Trailer socket

12 – 13 Trailer outlet

14 –

15 –

16 –

17 –

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No. Circuit

18 –

19 Steering wheel heating

20 Sunroof

21 Seat heating

22 –

23 –

24 –

25 –

26 –

27 –

When assembling press the blind intothe rubber grommets to reach fullretention force.

Vehicle tools

Tools

Vehicles with tyre repair kit

Some tools and the towing eye arelocated together with the tyre repair kit in a tool box in the loadcompartment below the floor cover.




28 –

29 – 30 –

31 Amplifier, Subwoofer

32 Active damping system, Lanedeparture warning

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Sports Tourer and 4-door notchback

On version with rear carrier system3 61, the tyre repair kit, a screwdriver and the towing eye are located in thedrawer under the front passenger

t 3 59

Vehicles with spare wheel

Variant 1: 3-door and 5-door

hatchback with temporary spare

wheel

The jack, the tools and a strap for

Variant 2: Sports Tourer with

temporary or full size spare wheel

The jack, the tools and the towing eyeare in the tool box below the sparewheel in the load compartment. The



seat 3 59.j , p

securing a damaged wheel are in thetool box below the spare wheel in theload compartment. The wheel wrenchand the towing eye are in the tool baglocated in the spare wheel well near the tool box. Spare wheel 3 261.

wheel wrench and an extension boltfor securing a damaged wheel (only

vehicles with temporary spare wheel)are in the tool bag located in the sparewheel well near the tool box. Sparewheel 3 261.

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Variant 3: 4-door notchback with

temporary or full size spare wheel

The jack and the tools are in the toolbox below the spare wheel in the loadcompartment. The wheel wrench, thet i d t i b lt f

Wheels and tyres

Tyre condition, wheel condition

Drive over edges slowly and at rightangles if possible. Driving over sharpedges can cause tyre and wheeldamage. Do not trap tyres on the kerbwhen parking.

Regularly check the wheels for

damage. Seek the assistance of aworkshop in the event of damage or unusual wear.

Winter tyres

Winter tyres improve driving safety attemperatures below 7 °C and should

Tyre designations

E.g. 215/60 R 16 95 H

215 = Tyre width, mm60 = Cross-section ratio (tyre

height to tyre width), %R = Belt type: RadialRF = Type: RunFlat16 = Wheel diameter, inches95 = Load index e.g. 95 is

equivalent to 690 kgH = Speed code letter

Speed code letter:

Q = up to 160 km/hS = up to 180 km/hT = up to 190 km/hH = up to 210 km/h

= up to 240 km/h



towing eye and an extension bolt for securing a damaged wheel (only

vehicles with temporary spare wheel)are in the tool bag located in the sparewheel well near the tool box. Sparewheel 3 261.

ptherefore be fitted on all wheels.

In accordance with country-specificregulations, affix the speed sticker inthe driver's field of view.

OPC Version: Tyres of size 235/45R18 are only permitted as winter tyres.

V = up to 240 km/hW = up to 270 km/h

Tyre pressure

Check the pressure of cold tyres atleast every 14 days and before anylong journey. Do not forget the sparewheel. This also applies to vehicleswith tyre pressure monitoring system

Unscrew the valve cap.

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Tyre pressure 3 303 and on the labelon the front left or right door frame.

The tyre pressure data refers to coldtyres. It applies to summer and winter tyres.

Al i fl t th t t th

Warning

If the pressure is too low, this canresult in considerable tyre warm-up and internal damage, leading totread separation and even to tyreblow-out at high speeds.

If the tyre pressure shall be reducedor increased on a vehicle with tyre

pressure monitoring system, switchoff ignition.

Tyre pressure monitoring

system

The tyre pressure monitoring systemchecks the pressure of all four wheels

The menu can be selected by the

buttons on the turn signal lever.

Press the MENU button to select theVehicle Information Menu.



Always inflate the spare tyre to thepressure specified for full load.

The ECO tyre pressure serves toachieve the smallest amount of fuelconsumption possible.

Incorrect tyre pressures will impair safety, vehicle handling, comfort andfuel economy and will increase tyrewear.

checks the pressure of all f our wheelsonce a minute when vehicle speed

exceeds a certain limit.All wheels must be equipped withpressure sensors and the tyres musthave the prescribed pressure.

The current tyre pressures can beshown in the Vehicle Information

Menu in the Driver InformationCentre.

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Turn the adjuster wheel to select thetyre pressure monitoring system.

System status and small pressuredifferences are displayed by awarning message with thecorresponding tyre flashing in the

Control indicator w 3 113.

Vehicle messages 3 122.If the tyre pressure shall be reducedor increased, switch off ignition.

If a complete set of wheels withoutsensors is mounted (e.g. four winter tyres), a message is displayed in theDriver Information Centre. The tyrepressure monitoring system is notoperational. Retrofitting of sensors ispossible.A spare wheel or temporary sparewheel is not equipped with pressuresensors. The tyre pressuremonitoring system is not operationalfor these wheels. Control indicator willuminates. For the further three

h l th t i

The tyre pressure monitoring system

valve cores and sealing rings must breplaced each time the tyres arechanged.

Adaptive threshold function

The tyre pressure monitoring systemautomatically detects if the vehicle isdriven with a tyre pressureappropriate for a load of up to 3people or for a full load.

If the tyre pressure shall be reducedswitch off ignition before reducing.

Auto learn function

After changing wheels the vehicle hato be stationary for approx.20 minutes, before the system

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corresponding tyre flashing in theDriver Information Centre.

Furthermore considerable pressuredifferences between the tyres on oneaxle are displayed by a warningmessage in the Driver InformationCentre.

Major pressure differences areindicated additionally by the controlindicator w.

wheels the system remainsoperational.

The use of commercially availableliquid tyre repair kits can impair thefunction of the system. Factoryapproved repair kits can be used.

External high-power radio equipmentcould disrupt the tyre pressuremonitoring system.

recalculates. The following relearnprocess takes up to 10 minutes of driving with a minimum speed of 20 km/h. In this case $ can bedisplayed or pressure values canswap in the Driver Information Centre

If problems occur during the relearnprocess a warning message isdisplayed in the Driver InformationCentre.

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Temperature compensation

Cold tyres decrease the tyrepressure, warm tyres increase thetyre pressure. The tyre pressuremonitoring system considers thiseffect for the warning messages.

The tyre pressure value displayed inthe Driver Information Centre showsthe actual tyre pressure. Therefore itis important to check tyre pressure

with cold tyres.

Tread depth

Check tread depth at regular intervals.

Tyres should be replaced for safetyreasons at a tread depth of 2-3 mm

The legally permissible minimumtread depth (1.6 mm) has beenreached when the tread has worndown as far as one of the tread wear indicators (TWI). Their position isindicated by markings on the

Changing tyre and wheel

size

If tyres of a different size than thosefitted at the factory are used, it may benecessary to reprogramme thespeedometer as well as the nominaltyre pressure and make other vehiclemodifications.

After converting to a different tyre

size, have the label with tyrepressures replaced.

Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheelsmay lead to accidents and willinvalidate the vehicle type

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p(4 mm for winter tyres).

For safety reasons it is recommendedthat the tread depth of the tyres onone axle should not vary by more than2 mm.

y gsidewall.

If there is more wear at the front thanthe rear, swap round front wheels andrear wheels periodically. Ensure thatthe direction of rotation of the wheelsis the same as before.

Tyres age, even if they are not used.We recommend tyre replacementevery 6 years.

approval.

Wheel covers

Wheel covers and tyres that arefactory approved for the respectivevehicle and comply with all of therelevant wheel and tyre combinationrequirements must be used.

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If the wheel covers and tyres used are

not factory approved, the tyres mustnot have a rim protection ridge.

Wheel covers must not impair brakecooling.

Warning

Use of unsuitable tyres or wheelcovers could lead to sudden

pressure loss and therebyaccidents.

Tyre chains

Warning

Damage may lead to tyre blowout.

5-door hatchback, 4-door notchback,

Sports tourer

Always use fine mesh chains that addno more than 10 mm to the tyre treadand the inboard sides (including chainlock).

Tyre chains are only permitted ontyres of size 205/60 R 16 and215/50 R 17.

Tyre chains are not permitted on tyresof size 205/65 R 16, 215/60 R 16,225/45 R 18, 225/50 R 17,235/40 R 19, 235/45 R 18.

links on the wheel inboard sides and

the chains add no more than 12 mmto the tyre tread. For further information of right snow chain usagfor this tyre size, contact a specializevehicle parts dealer or snow chainmanufacturer.

Tyre chains are not permitted on tyreof size 235/55 R 17, 235/50 R 18,235/45 R 19 and 245/40 R 20.

OPC Version

Tyre chains are permitted on tyres osize 235/45 R18. Always use finemesh chains that add no more than10 mm to the tyre tread and theinboard sides (including chain lock).

Tyre chains are not permitted on tyreof size 245/40R19 and 245/35R20



Use tyre chains only on front wheels.

3-door hatchback

Tyre chains are permitted on tyres of size 225/55 R 17. Always use finemesh chains that add no more than10 mm to the tyre tread and theinboard sides (including chain lock).

On tyres of size 245/45 R 18, specialsnow chains are only permitted whenthey are designed with a rotatingchain belt on the tyre tread, no chain

of size 245/40R19 and 245/35R20.

General

The use of tyre chains is not permitteon the temporary spare wheel.

Tyre repair kit

Minor damage to the tyre tread can brepaired with the tyre repair kit.

Do not remove foreign bodies fromthe tyres.

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Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that

is at tyre's sidewall cannot be repairedwith the tyre repair kit.

Warning

Do not drive faster than 80 km/h.

Do not use for a lengthy period.

Steering and handling may beaffected.

If you have a flat tyre:

Apply the parking brake and engagefirst gear, reverse gear or P.

The tyre repair kit is in a compartmentunder the floor cover in the loadcompartment or, on version with rear carrier system in the drawer under

The illustrations show differentversions.

1. Take the tyre repair kit from the

compartment.2. Remove the compressor.

3. Remove the electrical connectioncable and air hose from thestowage compartments on the



carrier system, in the drawer under the passenger seat 3 59.

stowage compartments on theunderside of the compressor.

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4. Screw the compressor air hose tothe connection on the sealantbottle.

5. Fit the sealant bottle into theretainer on the compressor.

Set the compressor near the tyre

6. Unscrew valve cap from defectivetyre.

7. Screw the filler hose to the tyrevalve.

8. The switch on the compressor must be set to J

10. Set the rocker switch on thecompressor to I. The tyre is filledwith sealant.

11. The compressor pressure gaugebriefly indicates up to 6 bar whilsthe sealant bottle is emptying



Set the compressor near the tyrein such a way that the sealant

bottle is upright.

must be set to J.

9. Connect the compressor plug tothe power outlet or cigarettelighter socket.

To avoid discharging the battery,we recommend running theengine.

(approx. 30 seconds). Then the

pressure starts to drop.12. All of the sealant is pumped into

the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated

13. The prescribed tyre pressureshould be obtained within10 minutes. Tyre pressure3 303. When the correct pressuris obtained, switch off thecompressor.

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If the prescribed tyre pressure isnot obtained within 10 minutes,remove the tyre repair kit. Movethe vehicle one tyre rotation.Reattach the tyre repair kit andcontinue the filling procedure for 10 minutes. If the prescribed tyre

14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push

catch on bracket to removesealant bottle from bracket. Screwthe tyre inflation hose to the freeconnection of the sealant bottle.This prevents sealant fromescaping. Stow tyre repair kit inload compartment.

15. Remove any excess sealantusing a cloth.

16. Take the label indicatingmaximum permitted speed fromthe sealant bottle and affix in thedriver's field of view.

17. Continue driving immediately sothat sealant is evenly distributedin the tyre. After driving approx.10 km (but no more than

If tyre pressure is more than1.3 bar, set it to the correct value.Repeat the procedure until thereis no more loss of pressure.

If the tyre pressure has fallenbelow 1.3 bar, the vehicle mustnot be used Seek the assistance



10 minutes. If the prescribed tyrepressure is still not obtained, the

tyre is too badly damaged. Seekthe assistance of a workshop.

Drain excess tyre pressure withthe button over the pressureindicator.

Do not run the compressor longer than 10 minutes.

10 minutes), stop and check tyre

pressure. Screw compressor air hose directly onto tyre valve andcompressor when doing this.

not be used. Seek the assistanceof a workshop.

18. Stow away tyre repair kit in loadcompartment.

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Note

The driving characteristics of therepaired tyre are severely affected,therefore have this tyre replaced.

If unusual noise is heard or thecompressor becomes hot, turncompressor off for at least30 minutes.

The built-in safety valve opens at apressure of 7 bar.

Note the expiry date of the kit. After this date its sealing capability is nolonger guaranteed. Pay attention tostorage information on sealantbottle.

Replace the used sealant bottle.Dispose of the bottle as prescribedby applicable laws.

Wheel changing

Some vehicles are equipped with atyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel3 253.

Make the following preparations andobserve the following information:

■ Park the vehicle on a level, firm andnon-skid surface. The front wheelsmust be in the straight-aheadposition.

■ Apply the parking brake andengage first gear, reverse gear or P.

■ Remove the spare wheel 3 261.

■ Never change more than one wheelat once.

■ Use the jack only to change wheels

■ Never crawl under a jacked-up

vehicle.■ Do not start the vehicle when it israised on the jack.

■ Clean wheel nuts and thread with clean cloth before mounting thewheel.

Warning

Do not grease wheel bolt, wheelnut and wheel nut cone.



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The compressor and sealant can be

used from approx. -30 °C.The adapters supplied can be usedto pump up other items e.g.footballs, air mattresses, inflatabledinghies etc. They are located on theunderside of the compressor. Toremove, screw on compressor air hose and withdraw adapter.

■ Use the jack only to change wheelsin case of puncture, not for seasonal winter or summer tyrechange.

■ If the ground on which the vehicleis standing is soft, a solid board(max. 1 cm thick) should be placedunder the jack.

■ No people or animals may be in thevehicle when it is jacked-up.

1. Disengage wheel nut caps with ascrewdriver and remove. Pull off

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the wheel cover with the hook.

Vehicle tools3

247.Alloy wheels: Disengage wheelnut caps with a screwdriver andremove. To protect the wheel,place a soft cloth between thescrewdriver and the alloy wheel.

Install the wheel wrench ensuringthat it locates securely and looseneach wheel nut by half a turn.

Variants 2 and 3:

Fold out the wheel wrench and

install ensuring that it locatessecurely and loosen each wheelnut by half a turn.

3. Ensure the jack is correctlypositioned under the relevantvehicle jacking point



Alloy wheels with centre wheelbolt cap: Disengage centre cap byinserting and pulling the extractor in the recess of the brandemblem, vehicle tools 3 247.

2. Two types of jacks and wheel nutwrenches are possible dependingon the version, 3 247.

Variant 1:

vehicle jacking point.

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Some versions have sillpanellings with covered vehicle jacking points: pull out the cover at the respective jacking pointfirstly.

4. 3-door / 5-door hatchback and 4-

door notchback, jack variants 1

Set the jack to the necessaryheight. Position it directly belowthe jacking point in a manner thatprevents it from slipping.

Attach jack handle and with the

jack correctly aligned rotatehandle until wheel is clear of theground.

Sports Tourer, jack variant 2,

247:

Set the jack to the necessary



and 3, 247:

Set the jack to the necessaryheight. Position it directly belowthe jacking point in a manner thaprevents it from slipping.

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Attach wheel wrench and with the jack correctly aligned rotate wheelwrench until wheel is clear of theground.

5. Unscrew the wheel nuts.

6. Change the wheel. Spare wheel3 261

10. Align the valve hole in the wheel

cover with the tyre valve beforeinstalling.

Install wheel nut caps.

Install centre cap on alloy wheels.

11. Install vehicle jacking point cover on versions with sill panelling.

12. Stow the replaced wheel 3 261and the vehicle tools 3 247.

13. Check the tyre pressure of theinstalled tyr e and the wheel nuttorque as soon as possible.

Have the defective tyre renewed or repaired as soon as possible.

Jacking position for lifting

platform

Rear arm position of the liftingplatform centrically under the recessof the sill.



3 261.

7. Screw on the wheel nuts.8. Lower the vehicle and remove

jack.

9. Install the wheel wrench ensuringthat it locates securely and tighteneach nut in a crosswisesequence. Tightening torque is140 Nm.

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Front arm position of the liftingplatform at the underbody.

Spare wheel

Some vehicles are equipped with atyre repair kit instead of a spare

with a temporary spare wheel or

with a full size spare wheel, thatanyhow may have a smaller sizethan the other mounted wheels.

A spare wheel can be classified as atemporary spare wheel depending onthe size compared to the other mounted wheels and countryregulations.

The spare wheel has always a steel

rim.

Caution

The use of a spare wheel that issmaller than the other wheels or incombination with winter tyrescould affect driveability. Have thedefective tyre replaced as soon as

The spare wheel is located in the loacompartment beneath the floor covering. It is secured with a wing nu

To remove:

1. Open the floor cover.



wheel.

Vehicles equipped with a sparewheel:

■ 3-door and 5-door hatchback arealways equipped with a temporaryspare wheel.

■ Sports Tourer and 4-door notchback are equipped,depending on the version, either

defective tyre replaced as soon aspossible.

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2. Only 3-door hatchback: removerear storage by pressing bothbuttons. Fold down cover andextract storage upwards.

3. The spare wheel is secured with awing nut. Untwist nut, removeconus (only 3-door hatchback) to

Stowing a damaged full size

wheel in the load compartment,


The spare wheel well is not designedfor other tyre sizes than the sparewheel. A damaged full size wheelmust be stowed in the loadcompartment and secured with astrap. Vehicle tools 3 247. To securethe wheel:

1. Position the wheel outside upclose to one sidewall of the loadcompartment.

3. Place the hook end of the strap

through the loop and pull it untilthe strap is fastened securely tothe lashing eye.

4. Insert the strap through thespokes of the wheel as shown inthe illustration.



co us (o y 3 doo a c bac ) otake out the spare wheel.

Under the spare wheel there is thebox with vehicle tools.

4. When, after a wheel change, nowheel is placed in the spare wheelwell, secure the tool box byturning right back the wing nut andclose floor cover.

2. Place the loop end of the strapthrough the front lashing eye onthe appropriate side.

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5. Mount the hook to the rear lashingeye.

6. Tighten the strap and secure itusing the buckle.

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Danger

Always drive with folded up andengaged rear seat backrests whenstowing a damaged full size wheelin the load compartment.

Stowing a damaged full size

wheel in the spare wheel well,

Sports Tourer and 4-door

notchback

Vehicles equipped with a full size

spare wheel:

A damaged full size wheel must be

stowed outside up in the spare wheelwell secured with the wing nut.

The floor cover can be placed on theprojecting wheel.

Vehicles equipped with a temporary

spare wheel:

Secure a damaged full size wheeloutside up with the wing nut in thespare wheel well after exchanging the

thread bolt by an extension bolt,placed in the tool bag 3 247. Toreplace the bolt:

1. Install the hexagon key of the

wheel wrench ensuring that itlocates securely on the bolt.

2. Turn the wheel wrenchanticlockwise to loosen the bolt.Remove the bolt.

3. Take the extension bolt from thetool bag 3 247 and screw it inhand-tight using the hexagon keof the wheel wrench.

4. Store the tool box and thedamaged wheel outside up in thespare wheel well and secure it bturning the wing nut clockwise othe bolt.

The floor cover can be placed on theprojecting wheel.

Replace the extension bolt with the



short bolt before placing thetemporary spare wheel in the wellafter renewing or repairing thedefective wheel.

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Stowing the spare wheel back in

the well after replacing the

damaged wheel

1. Open the floor cover, untwist andremove wing nut.

Only 3-door hatchback: open floor cover, remove rear storage,untwist and remove wing nut andconus.

3. Place the tools in the tool box or the tool bag 3 247.

4. Place spare wheel outside up inthe wheel well and secure byturning the wing nut right back.

Only 3-door hatchback: positionthe excentric conus in the recess

Warning

Storing a jack, a wheel or other equipment in the loadcompartment could cause injury if they are not fixed properly. Duringa sudden stop or a collision, looseequipment could strike someone.

Store jack and tools always in therespective storage compartments

and secure them by fixing.Damaged wheel placed in the loadcompartment must always besecured by the strap.

Temporary spare wheel

Caution



2. Only Sports tourer and 4-door notchback with temporary sparewheel: replace the extension boltwith the short bolt by using thehexagon key of the wheel wrench.

of the spare wheel before turningthe wing nut right back.

5. Close floor cover and insert rear storage (only 3-door hatchback).

The use of a spare wheel that issmaller than the other wheels or incombination with winter tyrescould affect driveability. Have thedefective tyre replaced as soon aspossible.

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Only mount one temporary sparewheel. Do not drive faster than80 km/h. Take curves slowly. Do notuse for a long period of time.

If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on therear while towing another vehicle,mount the temporary spare wheel inthe front and the full tyre in the rear.

Tyre chains 3 253.

Directional tyresFit directional tyres such that they rollin the direction of travel. The rollingdirection is indicated by a symbol(e.g. an arrow) on the sidewall.

The following applies to tyres fittedopposing the rolling direction:

■ Driveability may be affected. Havethe defective tyre renewed or

Jump starting

Do not start with quick charger.

A vehicle with a discharged batterycan be started using jump leads andthe battery of another vehicle.

Warning

Be extremely careful when starting

with jump leads. Any deviationfrom the following instructions canlead to injuries or damage causedby battery explosion or damage tothe electrical systems of bothvehicles.

Warning

■ A discharged battery can alreadyfreeze at a temperature of 0 °C.Defrost the frozen battery beforeconnecting jump leads.

■ Wear eye protection and protectivclothing when handling a battery.

■ Use a booster battery with thesame voltage (12 Volts). Itscapacity (Ah) must not be muchless than that of the discharged

battery.■ Use jump leads with insulatedterminals and a cross section of aleast 16 mm2 (25 mm2 for dieselengines).

■ Do not disconnect the dischargedbattery from the vehicle.

■ Switch off all unnecessary electrica



the defective tyre renewed or

repaired as soon as possible.■ Drive particularly carefully on wet

and snow-covered road surfaces.

Avoid contact of the battery witheyes, skin, fabrics and paintedsurfaces. The fluid containssulphuric acid which can causeinjuries and damage in the eventof direct contact.

■ Never expose the battery to nakedflames or sparks.

consumers.

■ Do not lean over the battery durin jump starting.

■ Do not allow the terminals of onelead to touch those of the other lead.

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■ The vehicles must not come intocontact with each other during the jump starting process.

■ Apply the parking brake,transmission in neutral, automatictransmission in P.

Lead connection order:

3. Connect the black lead to thenegative terminal of the booster battery.

4. Connect the other end of the blacklead to a vehicle grounding point,such as the engine block or anengine mounting bolt. Connect asfar away from the dischargedbattery as possible, however atleast 60 cm.

Route the leads so that they cannotcatch on rotating parts in the enginecompartment.

To start the engine:

1. Start the engine of the vehicleproviding the jump.

2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should bemade for no longer than

4. Switch on electrical consumers(e.g. headlights, heated rear window) of the vehicle receivingthe jump start.

5. Reverse above sequence exactlywhen removing leads.



Lead connection order:

1. Connect the red lead to thepositive terminal of the booster battery.

2. Connect the other end of the redlead to the positive terminal of thedischarged battery.

made for no longer than

15 seconds at an interval of 1 minute.

3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leadsconnected.

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Towing

Towing the vehicle

Insert a screwdriver in the slot at thelower bend of the cap. Release thecap by carefully moving the

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Screw in the towing eye as far as it willgo until it stops in a horizontalposition.

Attach a tow rope – or better still a towrod – to the towing eye.

The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering the

Caution

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.Excessive tractive force candamage the vehicle.

When the engine is not running,considerably more force is needed tbrake and steer.

To prevent the entry of exhaust gase

from the towing vehicle, switch on thair recirculation and close thewindows.

Vehicles with automatic transmissionThe vehicle must be towed facingforwards, not faster than 80 km/h nofurther than 100 km. In all other caseand when the transmission isdefective, the front axle must be



screwdriver downwards.

The towing eye is stowed with thevehicle tools 3 247.

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vehicle.Switch on ignition to release steeringwheel lock and to permit operation of brake lights, horn and windscreenwiper.

Transmission in neutral.

Switch on the hazard warningflashers on both vehicles.

defective, the front axle must be

raised off the ground.Seek the assistance of a workshop.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye

Insert cap at the top and engagedownwards.

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Towing another vehicle

Insert a screwdriver in the slot at thelower bend of the cap. Release thecap by carefully moving thescrewdriver downwards.

The towing eye is stowed with thehi l t l 3 247

Screw in the towing eye as far as it willgo until it stops in a horizontalposition.

The lashing eye at the rear underneath the vehicle must never beused as a towing eye.

Attach a tow rope – or even better a

Caution

Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.Excessive tractive force candamage the vehicle.

After towing, unscrew the towing eye.

Insert cap at the top and engagedownwards.



vehicle tools 3 247.p

tow bar – to the towing eye.The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering avehicle.

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Appearance care

Exterior care

Locks

The locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder grease. Use de-icing agent only whenabsolutely necessary, as this has adegreasing effect and impairs lock

function. After using de-icing agent,have the locks regreased by aworkshop.

Washing

The paintwork of your vehicle isexposed to environmental influences.Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.When using automatic vehiclewashes select a programme that

If using a vehicle wash, comply withthe vehicle wash manufacturer'sinstructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper must beswitched off. Remove antenna andexternal accessories such as roof racks etc.

If you wash your vehicle by hand,make sure that the insides of thewheel housings are also thoroughlyrinsed out.

Clean edges and folds on openeddoors and the bonnet as well as theareas they cover.

Caution

Always use a cleaning agent witha pH value of 4 to 9.

D t l i t h t

On vehicles with emblem touchpad:when cleaning with a high-pressure jet cleaner ensure a minimumdistance of 30 cm when workingaround the tailgate to preventunintended unlocking.

Thoroughly rinse and leather-off thevehicle. Rinse leather frequently. Usseparate leathers for painted andglass surfaces: remnants of wax onthe windows will impair vision.

Do not use hard objects to removespots of tar. Use tar removal spray opainted surfaces.

Exterior lights

Headlight and other light covers aremade of plastic. Do not use anyabrasive or caustic agents, do not usan ice scraper and do not clean them



washes, select a programme that

includes waxing.Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,pollen and the like should be cleanedoff immediately, as they containaggressive constituents which cancause paint damage.

Do not use cleaning agents on hotsurfaces.

Have the door hinges of all doorsgreased by a workshop.

Do not clean the engine compartmentwith a steam-jet or high-pressure jetcleaner.

an ice scraper, and do not clean them

dry.

Polishing and waxing

Wax the vehicle regularly (at thelatest when water no longer beads).Otherwise, the paintwork will dry out

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Polishing is necessary only if the painthas become dull or if solid depositshave become attached to it.Paintwork polish with silicone forms aprotective film, making waxingunnecessary.

Plastic body parts must not be treatedwith wax or polishing agents.

Windows and windscreen wiper

bladesUse a soft lint-free cloth or chamoisleather together with window cleaner and insect remover.

When cleaning the rear window,make sure the heating element insideis not damaged.

For mechanical removal of ice, use asharp-edged ice scraper. Press the

Sunroof

Never clean with solvents or abrasiveagents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g.paint cleaner, acetone-containingsolutions etc.), acidic or highlyalkaline media or abrasive pads. Donot apply wax or polishing agents tothe sunroof.

Glass panel

Never clean with solvents or abrasive

agents, fuels, aggressive media (e.g.paint cleaner, acetone-containingsolutions etc.), acidic or highlyalkaline media or abrasive pads. Donot apply wax or polishing agents tothe glass panel.

Wheels and tyres

Do not use high-pressure jet

Paintwork damage

Rectify minor paintwork damage witha touch-up pen before rust forms.Have more extensive damage or rustareas repaired by a workshop.

Underbody

Some areas of the vehicle underbodyhave a PVC undercoating while other critical areas have a durableprotective wax coating.

After the underbody is washed, checkthe underbody and have it waxed if necessary.

Bitumen/rubber materials coulddamage the PVC coating. Haveunderbody work carried out by aworkshop.

Before and after winter, wash the



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scraper firmly against the glass sothat no dirt can get under it andscratch the glass.

Clean smearing wiper blades with asoft cloth and window cleaner.

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cleaners.Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheelcleaner.

Rims are painted and can be treatedwith the same agents as the body.

underbody and have the protectivewax coating checked.

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Liquid gas system

Danger

Liquid gas is heavier than air andcan collect in sink points.

Take care when performing workat the underbody in a pit.

For painting work and when using adrying booth at a temperature above60 °C, the liquid gas tank must beremoved.

Do not make any modifications to theliquid gas system.

Towing equipment

Do not clean the coupling ball bar witha steam-jet or high-pressure jetcleaner

Air shutter

Clean the shutter system in the frontbumper to maintain correctfunctionality.

Interior care

Interior and upholstery

Only clean the vehicle interior,including the instrument panel fascia

and panelling, with a dry cloth or interior cleaner.

Clean the leather upholstery withclear water and a soft cloth. In case of heavy soiling, use leather care.

The instrument panel should only becleaned using a soft damp cloth.

Clean fabric upholstery with avacuum cleaner and brush Remove

Clean seat belts with lukewarm wateor interior cleaner.

Caution

Close Velcro fasteners as openVelcro fasteners on clothing coulddamage seat upholstery.

The same applies to clothing withsharp-edged objects, like zips or belts or studded jeans.

Plastic and rubber parts

Plastic and rubber parts can becleaned with the same cleaner asused to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use anyother agent. Avoid solvents and petroin particular. Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners.



cleaner.

Rear carrier system

Clean the rear carrier system with asteam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner at least once a year.

Operate the rear carrier systemperiodically if not in regular use, inparticular during winter.

vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove

stains with an upholstery cleaner.Clothing fabrics may not becolourfast. This could cause visiblediscolourations, especially on light-coloured upholstery. Removablestains and discolourations should becleaned as soon as possible.

pressure jet cleaners.

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Service and

maintenance

General information ................... 272

Recommended fluids, lubricantsand parts .................................... 273

General information

Service information

In order to ensure economical andsafe vehicle operation and tomaintain the value of your vehicle, itis of vital importance that allmaintenance work is carried out at theproper intervals as specified.

The detailed, up-to-date service

schedule for your vehicle is availableat the workshop.

Service display 3 106.

European service intervals

Maintenance of your vehicle isrequired every 30,000 km or after 1 year, whichever occurs first, unlessotherwise indicated in the service

Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia,Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands,Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,Switzerland, United Kingdom.


International service intervals

Maintenance of your vehicle isrequired every 15,000 km or after

1 year, whichever occurs first, unlessotherwise indicated in the servicedisplay.

The international service intervals arevalid for the countries which are notlisted in the European serviceintervals.




display.The European service intervals arevalid for the following countries:

Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia,Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,Greece, Greenland, Hungary,

Confirmations

Confirmation of service is recorded inthe Service and Warranty Booklet.The date and mileage is completedwith the stamp and signature of theservicing workshop.

Service and maintenance 27

Make sure that the Service andWarranty Booklet is completedcorrectly as continuous proof of service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met, and isalso a benefit when selling thevehicle.

Service interval with remaining

engine oil life duration

The service interval is based on

several parameters depending onusage.

The service display lets you knowwhen to change the engine oil.


Recommended fluids,

lubricants and parts

Recommended fluids and

lubricants

Only use products that meet therecommended specifications.Damage resulting from the use of products not in line with thesespecifications will not be covered bythe warranty.

Warning

Operating materials arehazardous and could bepoisonous. Handle with care. Payattention to information given onthe containers.

aging control, whereas viscositygrade gives information on the oil'sthickness over a temperature rangeDexos is the newest engine oil qualitthat provides optimum protection forgasoline and diesel engines. If it isunavailable, engine oils of other listequalities have to be used.Recommendations for gasolineengines are also valid for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG),

Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) andEthanol (E85) fuelled engines.

Select the appropriate engine oilbased on its quality and on theminimum ambient temperature3 277.

Topping up engine oil

Engine oils of different manufacturer



Engine oil

Engine oil is identified by its qualityand its viscosity. Quality is moreimportant than viscosity whenselecting which engine oil to use. Theoil quality ensures e.g. enginecleanliness, wear protection and oil

and brands can be mixed as long asthey comply with the required enginoil quality and viscosity.

Use of engine oil with onlyACEA A1/B1 or only A5/B5 quality isprohibited, since it can cause long-term engine damage under certainoperating conditions.

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Select the appropriate engine oilbased on its quality and on theminimum ambient temperature3 277.

Additional engine oil additives

The use of additional engine oiladditives could cause damage andinvalidate the warranty.

Engine oil viscosity grades

The SAE viscosity grade givesinformation of the thickness of the oil.

Multigrade oil is indicated by twofigures, e.g. SAE 5W-30. The firstfigure, followed by a W, indicates thelow temperature viscosity and thesecond figure the high temperatureviscosity.

Select the appropriate viscosity grade

Coolant and antifreeze

Use only organic acid type-long lifecoolant (LLC) antifreeze approved for the vehicle. Consult a workshop.

The system is factory filled withcoolant designed for excellentcorrosion protection and frostprotection down to approx. -28 °C. Innorthern countries with very lowtemperatures the factory filled coolantprovides frost protection down toapprox. -37°C. This concentrationshould be maintained all year round.The use of additional coolantadditives that intend to give additionalcorrosion protection or seal againstminor leaks can cause functionproblems. Liability for consequencesresulting from the use of additionalcoolant additives will be rejected.

Over time, brake fluid absorbsmoisture which will reduce brakingeffectiveness. The brake fluid shouldtherefore be replaced at the specifiedinterval.

Brake fluid should be stored in asealed container to avoid water absorption.

Ensure brake fluid does not becomecontaminated.



depending on the minimum ambienttemperature 3 277.

All of the recommended viscositygrades are suitable for high ambienttemperatures.

Brake and clutch fluid

Only use high-performance brakefluid approved for the vehicle, consulta workshop.

Technical data 27

Technical data

Vehicle identification .................. 275

Vehicle data ............................... 277

Vehicle identification

Vehicle Identification

Number

The Vehicle Identification Number isvisible through the windscreen.

Identification plate

The identification plate is located onthe front left door frame.



276 Technical data

Information on identification label:

1

= Manufacturer 2 = Type approval number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number 4 = Permissible gross vehicle

weight rating in kg5 = Permissible gross train weight

in kg6 = Maximum permissible front axle

load in kg7 = Maximum permissible rear axle

load in kg8 = Vehicle-specific or country-

specific data

The combined total of front and rear axle loads must not exceed thepermissible gross vehicle weight. For example, if the front axle is bearing itsmaximum permissible load, the rear axle can only bear a load that is equal

Specifications in the vehicledocuments always have priority over

those given in this manual.



y q

to the gross vehicle weight minus thefront axle load.

The technical data is determined inaccordance with EuropeanCommunity standards. We reservethe right to make modifications.

Technical data 27

Vehicle data

Recommended fluids and lubricants

European service schedule

Required engine oil quality

All European countries

(except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey) Only Israel

Engine oil quality Petrol engines

(including CNG, LPG, E85)

Diesel engines Petrol engines


Diesel engines

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.


All European countries and Israel



(except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, 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

278 Technical data

International service schedule

Required engine oil quality

All countries outside Europe

except Israel Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey





Diesel engines

dexos 1 ✔ – – –

dexos 2 – ✔ ✔ ✔

In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below:







Diesel engines

GM-LL-A-025 ✔ – ✔ –



GM-LL-B-025 – ✔ – ✔

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Diesel engines

ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ –

ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

API SM ✔ – ✔ –API SN resourceconserving

✔ – ✔ –


All countries outside Europe (except Israel),

including Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Serbia, Turkey

Ambient temperature Petrol and diesel engines



p g

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.

280 Technical data

Engine data

Sales designation 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.6 1.6 1.6

Engine identifier code

A14XEL A14XER A14NEL A14NET LPG A16XER A16LET

A16XHT

2)

Number of cylinders 4 4 4 4 4 4

Piston displacement [cm3] 1398 1398 1362 1362 1598 1598

Engine power [kW] 64 74 88 103 85 132

at rpm 6000 6000 4200-6000 4900-6000 6000 5500

Torque [Nm] 130 130 200 200 155 230

at rpm 4000 4000 1850-4200 1850-4900 4000 2200

Fuel type Petrol Petrol Petrol Petrol/LPG Petrol Petrol

Octane rating RON

recommended 95 95 95 95 95 95

possible 98 98 98 98 98 98



possible 91 91 91 91 91 91

Gas – – – LPG – –

Oil consumption [l/1000 km] 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6

2) Value not available at time of printing.

Technical data 28

Sales designation 1.8 2.0 OPC 1.3 1.7 1.7 1.7

Engine identifier code A18XER A20NFT A13DTE A17DTE A17DTC A17DTF



Engine power [kW] 103 206 70 81 81 96

at rpm 6300 5300 4000 4000 4000 4000

Torque [Nm] 175 400 190 280 280 300

at rpm 3800 2400-4800 1750-3250 1750-2500 1750-2500 2000-2500

Fuel type Petrol Petrol Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel

Octane rating RON

recommended 95 98

possible 98 95

possible 91 91




282 Technical data

Sales designation 1.7 1.7 1.7 2.0 Turbo 2.0 Turbo 2.0Turbo

Engine identifier code A17DTS A17DTJ A17DTR A20DTJ A20DTH A20DTR



Engine power [kW] 96 81 92 96 121 143

at rpm 4000 3800 4000 4000 4000 4000

Torque [Nm] 300 260 280 300 350 400

at rpm 2000-2500 1700-2550 2000-2700 1750-2500 1750-2500 1750-2500

Fuel type Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel Diesel




Technical data 28

Performance

3-door hatchback

Engine A14XER A14NEL A14NET A16LET A16XHT

Maximum speed3) [km/h]

Manual transmission 1784) 192 201 220 5)

Automatic transmission – – 200 211 –

Engine A18XER A20NFT A17DTE A17DTC A17DTF


Manual transmission 200 250 5) 182 5)

Automatic transmission – – – – –



3) The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipmentcould reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.

4) 4th gear.5) Value not available at time of printing.

284 Technical data

Engine A17DTS Z20DTJ A20DTH A20DTR

Maximum speed3) [km/h]Manual transmission 196 5) 210 5)

Automatic transmission – – 207 –

5-door hatchback

Engine A14XEL A14XER A14NEL A14NET A16LET A16XER


Manual transmission 168 178 192 202 221 188

Automatic transmission – – – 200 211 182

Engine A16XHT A13DTE A17DTE A17DTC A17DTF


Manual transmission 5) 175 188 186 201






Technical data 28

Engine A17DTS A17DTJ A17DTR Z20DTJ A20DTH A20DTR

Maximum speed3) [km/h]Manual transmission 198 181 195 5) 215 5)

Automatic transmission – – – – 209 –

4-door notchback

Engine A14XER A14NET A16LET A16XER A16XHT


Manual transmission 1784) 202 221 188 5)

Automatic transmission – 200 211 182 –

Engine A13DTE A17DTE A17DTC A17DTF


Manual transmission 175 5) 5) 5)



Automatic transmission – – – –


5) Value not available at time of printing.4) 4th gear.

286 Technical data

Engine A17DTS Z20DTJ A20DTH

Maximum speed3) [km/h]Manual transmission 5) 5) 215

Automatic transmission – – 209

Sports tourer

Engine A14XER A14NEL A14NET A16LET A16XER A16XHT

Maximum speed [km/h]3)

Manual transmission 175 190 200 220 185 5)

Automatic transmission – – 198 210 180 –

Engine A13DTE A17DTE A17DTF A17DTC A17DTS

Maximum speed 3)[km/h]

Manual transmission 174 186 198 184 195

A t ti t i i






Technical data 28

Engine A17DTJ A17DTR A17DTL A17DTN A20DTH

Maximum speed 3)[km/h]Manual transmission 180 192 176 5) 212

Automatic transmission – – – – 207





288 Technical data

Vehicle weight

Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment

3-door hatchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission

with air conditioning

[kg]

A14XER 1393 –

A14NEL 1437 –

A14NET 1437 1471

A16LET 1471 –

A16XHT 6) –

A18XER 1437 –

A20NFT 1550 –

A17DTE 1503 –

A17DTS 1503 –




Technical data 28



[kg]A17DTC 1503 – A17DTF 1503 –

Z20DTJ 1550 1571

A20DTH 1550 1571

A20DTR 6) –




290 Technical data

Kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment



[kg]

A14XER 1503 –

A14NEL 1571 –

A14NET 1571 1613

A16LET 1613 –

A16XHT 6) –

A18XER 1571 –

A20NFT 1701 –

A17DTE 1664 –

A17DTS 1664 –


[kg]

A17DTC 1664 –

A17DTF 1664 –

Z20DTJ 1701 1701



Z20DTJ 1701 1701

A20DTH 1701 1701

A20DTR 6) –


Technical data 29



without/with air conditioning

[kg]

A14XEL 1373/1388 –

A14XER 1373/1388 –

A14NEL 1393/1408 –

A14NET 1393/1408 –/1453

A16LET –/1490 –/1503

A16XER 1393/1408 –/1443A16XHT 6) –

A13DTE 1393/1408 –

A17DTC 1503/1518 –




292 Technical data



[kg]A17DTE 1503/1518 – A17DTF 1503/1518 –

A17DTJ 1503/1518 –

A17DTR 1503/1518 –

A17DTS 1503/1518 –

Z20DTJ 6) –/6)

A20DTH 1503/1518 –/1590

A20DTR 6) –




Technical data 29




[kg]

A14XEL –/1545 –

A14XER –/1545 –

A14NEL –/1611 –

A14NET –/1611 –/1613

A16LET –/1613 –/1665

A16XER –/1578 –/1613A16XHT 6) –

A13DTE –/1571 –

A17DTC –/1664 –




294 Technical data



[kg]A17DTE –/1664 – A17DTF –/1664 –

A17DTJ –/1684 –

A17DTR –/1689 –

A17 DTS –/1664 –

Z20DTJ 6) –/6)

A20DTH –/1711 –/1731

A20DTR 6) –




Technical data 29


4-door notchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission


[kg]

A14XER 1393 –

A14NET 1437 1483

A16LET 1471 1503

A16XER 1393 1449

A16XHT 6) –

A13DTE 1471 – A17DTE 1503 –

A17DTC 1503 –

A17DTF 1503 –


[kg]

A17DTS 1503 –

Z20DTJ 6) –

A20DTH 6) –




296 Technical data


4-door notchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission


[kg]

A14XER 1550 –

A14NET 1613 1613

A16LET 1613 1664

A16XER 1571 1613

A16XHT 6) –

A13DTE 1613 – A17DTE 1701 –

A17DTC 1701 –

A17DTF 1701 –


[kg]

A17 DTS 1701 –

Z20DTJ 6) –

A20DTH 6) –




Technical data 29


Sports tourer Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission


[kg]

A14XER 1393/1408 –

A14NEL 1471/1486 –/1503

A14NET 1437/1452 –/1503

A16LET –/1503 –/1550

A16XER 1437/1452 –/1503

A16XHT 6) – A13DTE 1471/1486 –

A17DTE 1550 –

A17DTF 1550 –




298 Technical data



[kg] A17DTC 1550 – A17DTS 1550 –

A17DTJ 1503/1518 –

A17DTR 1503/1518 –

A17DTL 1503 –

A17DTN 1550 –

Z20DTJ 1550 –

A20DTH 1550/1565 –/1613



Technical data 29




[kg]

A14XER –/1571 –

A14NEL –/1664 –/1664

A14NET –/1664 –/1664

A16LET –/1664 –/1701

A16XER –/1613 –/1664

A16XHT 6) – A13DTE –/1664 –

A17DTE 1733 –

A17DTF 1733 –




300 Technical data



[kg] A17DTC 1733 – A17DTS 1733 –

A17DTJ 1733 –

A17DTR 1733 –

A17DTL 1733 –

A17DTN 1733 –

Z20DTJ 1733 – A20DTH 1733 –/1733

Vehicle dimensions

3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback 4-door notchback Sports tourer

Length [mm] 4466 4419 4658 4698

Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1840 1814 1814 1814Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2020 2013 2013 2013



Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2020 2013 2013 2013

Height (without antenna) [mm] 1482 1510 1500 1535

Length of load compartment floor [mm] 855 836 7) 1069

7) Value was not available at time of printing.

Technical data 30

3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback 4-door notchback Sports tourer

Length of load compartment with folded rear seats[mm] 1617 15497)

1835

Load compartment width [mm] 980 1027 7) 1026

Load compartment height [mm] 512 554 7) 721

Wheelbase [mm] 2695 2685 7) 2685

Turning circle diameter [m] 11.4 11.5 7) 11.5



7) Value was not available at time of printing.

302 Technical data

Capacities

Engine oil

Engine A14XEL,

A14XER

A14NEL,

A14NET

A16LET,

A16XER

A16XHT

A18XER A20NFT

including Filter [l] 4.0 4.0 4.5 4.5 6.0

between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0

Engine A13DTE

ecoFlex

A17DTE,

A17DTC

A17DTF,

A17DTS,

A17DTN

A17DTJ,

A17DTR

Z20DTJ,

A20DTH

A20DTR

including Filter [l] 3.5 5.4 5.4 5.4 4.5 4.5

between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0

Fuel tank

Petrol/diesel, nominal capacity [l] 568)



LPG, nominal capacity [l] – 9)

8) A13 DTE diesel engine with stop-start system reduced capacity: 46 litres.9) Value not available at time of printing.

Technical data 30

Tyre pressures

3-door hatchback Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load

Engine Tyres front rear front rear front rear

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A14XER,

A18XER

225/55 R17, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38)

235/45 R19,10)

235/50 R18,10)

235/55 R17,10)

245/45 R1811)

A14NEL,

A14NET

225/55 R17, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39)

235/45 R19,10)

235/50 R18,10)

235/55 R17,10)

245/40 R20,10)



245/45 R1811)

10) Not permitted with tyre chains.11) Only use special snow chains. We recommend your workshop.

304 Technical data



[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A16LET 225/55 R17, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38)

235/45 R19,10)

235/50 R18,10)

235/55 R17,10)

245/40 R20,10)

245/45 R1811)

A17DTE 225/55 R17, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38)

245/45 R1811)




Technical data 30



[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A17DTS,

A17DTC

225/55 R17, 210/2.1 (30) 210/2.1 (30) 260/2.6 (38) 260/2.6 (38) 220/2.2 (32) 260/2.6 (38)

235/45 R19,10)

235/50 R18,10)

235/55 R17,10)

245/40 R20,10)

245/45 R1811)

A16XHT,

Z20DTJ,

A20DTH,

A20DTR

225/55 R17, 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41)

235/45 R19,10)

235/50 R18,10)

235/55 R17,10)

245/40 R20,10)



245/45 R1811)


306 Technical data



[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A20NFT 235/45 R18,12) 240/2.4 (35) 240/2.4 (35) – – 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43)

245/40 R19,10)

245/35 R2010) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.5 (36) – – 280/2.8 (41) 310/3.1 (44)

All Temporary spare wheel 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) – – 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61)



12) Only permitted as winter tyres.10) Not permitted with tyre chains.

Technical data 30

5-door hatchback, 4-door notchback, Sports

tourer

Comfort with up to 3

people

ECO with up to 3

people

With full load


[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A14XER,

A14XEL

205/55 R16,13) 220/2.2(32)

220/2.2(32)

270/2.7(39)

270/2.7(39)

230/2.3(33)

270/2.7(39)

205/60 R16,

215/50 R17,

215/60R16,13)

225/45 R1713)



13) Not permitted with tyre chains.

308 Technical data


tourer


people

ECO with up to 3

people

With full load


[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A14NET,

A14NEL,

A16 XER

205/55 R16,13) 220/2.2(32)

220/2.2(32)

270/2.7(39)

270/2.7(39)

230/2.3(33)

270/2.7(39)

205/60 R16,

215/50 R17,

215/60R16,13)

225/45 R17,13)

225/45 R18,13)

235/40 R1913)




Technical data 30


tourer


people

ECO with up to 3

people

With full load


[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A16LET 205/65 R16, 14)13) 230/2.3(33)

230/2.3(33)

270/2.7(39)

270/2.7(39)

240/2.4(35)

280/2.8(41)

215/60 R16,13)

225/50 R17,13)

235/45 R1813)

235/40 R1913) 240/2.4(35)

220/2.2(32)

– – 250/2.5(36)

290/2.9(42)

205/60 R16, 14) 250/2.5(36)

230/2.3(33)

– – 260/2.6(38)

300/3.0(43)

215/50 R1714)




310 Technical data


tourer


people

ECO with up to 3

people

With full load


[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A13DTE 205/60 R16, 220/2.2(32)

220/2.2(32)

270/2.7(39)

270/2.7(39)

230/2.3(33)

270/2.7(39)

215/50 R17,

215/60 R16,13)




Technical data 31


tourer


people

ECO with up to 3

people

With full load


[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A17DTC,

A17DTS

205/65 R16, 14)13) 230/2.3(33)

230/2.3(33)

270/2.7(39)

270/2.7(39)

240/2.4(35)

280/2.8(41)

215/60 R16, 13)

225/50 R17, 13)

235/45 R1813)

205/55 R16,13) 240/2.4(35)

220/2.2(32)

– – 250/2.5(36)

290/2.9(42)

215/50 R17,14)

225/45 R17,13)

235/40 R1913)

205/60 R1614) 250/2.5(36)

230/2.3(33)

– – 260/2.6(38)

300/3.0(43)




312 Technical data


tourer


people

ECO with up to 3

people

With full load


[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A16XHT,

A17DTE,

A17DTJ,

A17DTF,

A17DTR,A20DTJ

205/65 R16, 14)13) 230/2.3(33)

230/2.3(33)

270/2.7(39)

270/2.7(39)

240/2.4(35)

280/2.8(41)

215/60 R16, 13)

225/50 R17, 13)

235/45 R1813)

205/55 R16,13) 240/2.4(35)

220/2.2(32)

– – 250/2.5(36)

290/2.9(42)

225/45 R17,13)

235/40 R1913)

205/60 R16,14) 250/2.5

(36)

230/2.3

(33)

– – 260/2.6

(38)

300/3.0

(43)215/50 R1714)




Technical data 31


tourer


people

ECO with up to 3

people

With full load


[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

A20DTH 205/65 R16, 13) 230/2.3(33)

230/2.3(33)

270/2.7(39)

270/2.7(39)

240/2.4(35)

280/2.8(41)

215/60 R16,13)

225/50 R17,13)

235/45 R1813)

235/40 R1913) 240/2.4(35)

220/2.2(32)

– – 250/2.5(36)

290/2.9(42)

205/60 R16,14) 250/2.5(36)

230/2.3(33)

– – 260/2.6(38)

300/3.0(43)

215/50 R1714)

A20DTR 215/50 R1714)

250/2.5(36) 230/2.3(33) 270/2.7(39) 270/2.7(39) 260/2.6(38) 290/2.9(42)

235/45 R1813)



235/45 R1813)

13) Not permitted with tyre chains.14) Only permitted as winter tyres.

314 Technical data


tourer


people

ECO with up to 3

people

With full load


[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

[kPa/bar]

([psi])

235/40 R1913) 270/2.7(39)

250/2.5(36)

– – 280/2.8(41)

300/3.0(43)

All Temporary spare wheel 420/4.2(61)

420/4.2(61)

– – 420/4.2(61)

420/4.2(61)




Technical data 31

Towing hitch installation dimensions

3-door Hatchback



316 Technical data

5-door Hatchback



Technical data 31

4-door Notchback



318 Technical data

Sports Tourer



Customer information 31

Customer information

Vehicle data recording andprivacy ....................................... 319

Vehicle data recording

and privacy

Event data recorders

Data storage modules in the

vehicle

A large number of electroniccomponents of your vehicle containdata storage modules temporarily or permanently storing technical data

about the condition of the vehicle,events and errors. In general, thistechnical information documents thecondition of parts, modules, systemsor the environment:

■ Operating conditions of systemcomponents (e.g. filling levels)

■ Status messages of the vehicle andits single components (e.g. number

of wheel revolutions / rotationalspeed, deceleration, lateralacceleration)

■ Vehicle reactions in particular driving situations (e.g. inflation of an airbag, activation of the stabilit

regulation system)■ Environmental conditions (e.g.

temperature)

These data are exclusively technicaand help identifying and correctingerrors as well as optimizing vehiclefunctions.

Motion profiles indicating travelled

routes cannot be created with thesedata.

If services are used (e.g. repair works, service processes, warrantycases, quality assurance),employees of the service network(manufacturer included) are able toread out this technical informationfrom the event and error data storagmodules applying special diagnosticdevices. If required, you will receivefurther information at theseworkshops After an error has been



)

■ Dysfunctions and defects inimportant system components

workshops. After an error has beencorrected, the data are deleted fromthe error storage module or they areconstantly overwritten.

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When using the vehicle, situationsmay occur in which these technicaldata related to other information

(accident report, damages on thevehicle, witness statements etc.) maybe associated with a specific person -possibly, with the assistance of anexpert.

Additional functions contractuallyagreed upon with the client (e.g.vehicle location in emergency cases)allow the transmission of particular

vehicle data from the vehicle.

Radio Frequency

Identification (RFID)

RFID technology is used in somevehicles for functions such as tyrepressure monitoring and ignitionsystem security. It is also used inconnection with conveniences suchas radio remote controls for door locking/unlocking and starting, and in-vehicle transmitters for garage door openers. RFID technology in Opel

vehicles does not use or recordpersonal information or link with anyother Opel system containingpersonal information.



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Index

A

Accessories and vehiclemodifications .......................... 215

Active Emergency Braking......... 187Active head restraints................... 40Adaptive cruise control...... . 115, 176Adaptive forward lighting ..........

................................ 114, 137, 227Adjustable air vents ................... 153Advanced parking assist............ 191Airbag and belt tensioners ......... 109Airbag deactivation .............. 51, 109

Airbag system .............................. 49Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 154

Air conditioning system .............. 148Air intake .................................... 154Air vents...................................... 153Antilock brake system ................ 166Antilock brake system (ABS) ..... 111Anti-theft alarm system ................ 29Anti-theft locking system .............. 29Appearance care........................ 269Armrest......................................... 45Armrest storage ........................... 60

Automatic transmission .......... ... 162Auxiliary heater........................... 153

BBattery ....................................... 220Battery discharge protection ...... 145Battery voltage ........................... 125Belts.............................................. 46Bicycle rack.................................. 61Bonnet ....................................... 217Brake and clutch fluid................. 273Brake and clutch system ........... 110Brake assist ............................... 168Brake fluid .................................. 219Brakes ............................... 166, 219Breakdown.................................. 267Bulb replacement ....................... 223

C

Capacities .................................. 302Cargo management system ..... ... 88Car Pass ...................................... 22

Catalytic converter ..................... 161Central locking system ................ 24Centre console lighting .............. 144Centre console storage 60



gAshtrays ..................................... 103Automatic anti-dazzle .................. 33Automatic light control ............... 135Automatic locking ........................ 26

Centre console storage ............... 60Changing tyre and wheel size .. . 252Charging system ........................ 110Child locks ................................... 26



324

Glass panel .................................. 38Glovebox ..................................... 58Graphic-Info-Display, Colour-

Info-Display ............................ 120H

Halogen headlights .................... 223Hand brake......................... 166, 167Hazard warning flashers ............ 141Headlight flash ........................... 136Headlight range adjustment . .. .. . 136Headlights................................... 134Headlights when driving abroad 137Head restraint adjustment ............. 9Head restraints ............................ 39Heated ......................................... 33Heated rear window ..................... 36Heated steering wheel ................. 98Heating ........................................ 45Heating and ventilation system . 147Height adjustable rear floor cover 86High beam ......................... 114, 135

High beam assist................ 114, 135Hill start assist ........................... 168Horn ....................................... 16, 98

Indicators.................................... 104Information displays.................... 115Instrument cluster ...................... 104

Instrument panel fuse box ......... 244Instrument panel illumination ..... 240Instrument panel illumination

control .................................... 143Instrument panel overview ........... 11Interactive driving system........... 171Interior care ............................... 271Interior lighting............................ 143Interior lights ...................... 143, 240

Interior mirrors.............................. 33Interruption of power supply ...... 164Introduction .................................... 3ISOFIX child restraint systems .. .. 57

J

Jump starting ............................. 265

K

Key, memorised settings.............. 24

Keys ............................................. 22Keys, locks................................... 22

L

Load compartment ................ 27, 79Load compartment cover ............. 83Load compartment fuse box ...... 245

Loading information ..................... 95Low fuel ..................................... 113Low washer fluid ........................ 114

M

Malfunction indicator light .......... 110Manual anti-dazzle ...................... 33Manual mode ............................. 163Manual transmission .................. 165Manual windows .......................... 34Memorised settings...................... 24Mirror adjustment ........................... 9Misted light covers ..................... 142

N

New vehicle running-in .............. 156Number plate light ..................... 240

O

Object detection systems........... 189

Odometer ................................... 104Oil, engine.......................... 273, 277Outside temperature .................. 101



I

Identification plate ..................... 275Ignition switch positions ............. 156Immobiliser .......................... 31, 114

Lane departure warning.. .. . 112, 202Lashing eyes ............................... 88Lighting features......................... 144Light switch ................................ 134

Overrun cut-off ........................... 157

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P

Parking ................................ 20, 160Parking assist ............................ 189

Parking brake ............................ 167Parking lights ............................. 142Particulate filter........................... 160Performance .............................. 283Performing work ........................ 216Pollen filter ................................. 154Power outlets ............................. 103Power steering............................ 111Power windows ............................ 34

Preheating ................................. 112Puncture..................................... 257

Q

Quickheat................................... 153

R

Radio Frequency Identification(RFID)..................................... 320

Radio remote control ................... 22

Reading lights ............................ 144Rear carrier system...................... 61Rear floor storage cover .............. 86Rear fog light ............................. 114

Rear window wiper/washer ........ 101Recommended fluids and

lubricants ........................ 273, 277

Reduced engine power.............. 114Refuelling ................................... 206Retained power off..................... 156Reversing lights ......................... 142Ride control systems.................. 169Roof.............................................. 37Roof rack ..................................... 94

S

Safety belts................................... 46Safety net .................................... 90Seat adjustment ....................... 7, 41Seat belt ........................................ 9Seat belt reminder ..................... 109Seat belts ..................................... 46Seat folding .................................. 44Seat position ................................ 41Selector lever ............................. 162Service ............................... 154, 272

Service display .......................... 106Service information .................... 272Service vehicle soon .................. 110Side airbag system 50

Spare wheel ............................... 26Speed limiter............................... 17Speedometer ............................. 10

Starting and operating................ 15Starting off ................................... 1Starting the engine .................... 15Steering wheel adjustment ... . 10, 9Steering wheel controls ............... 9Stop-start system........................ 15Storage......................................... 5Storage compartments................. 5Sunroof ........................................ 3

Sunvisor lights ........................... 14Sun visors .................................... 3Symbols .........................................

T

Tachometer ............................... 10Tail lights ................................... 23Three-point seat belt .................... 4Tools .......................................... 24Top-tether fastening eyes ............ 5

Towing................................ 210, 26Towing another vehicle .......... ... 26Towing equipment ..................... 21Towing hitch installation



ea og gRear fog lights ........................... 142Rear seats.................................... 45Rear storage................................. 83Rear view camera ...................... 196

Side airbag system ...................... 50Side blind spot alert.................... 195Sidelights.................................... 134Side turn signal lights ................ 240Smartphone controller................ 122

Towing hitch installationdimensions ............................. 31

Towing the vehicle ..................... 26Traction Control system ............. 16Traction Control system off......... 11

326

Traffic sign assistant................... 199Trailer coupling........................... 210Trailer stability assist ................. 214

Trailer towing ............................. 210Transmission ............................... 19Transmission display ................. 162Tread depth ............................... 252Trip computer ............................ 126Trip odometer ............................ 104Turn and lane-change signals .. . 141Turn signal ................................. 109Tyre chains ................................ 253

Tyre designations ...................... 249Tyre pressure ............................ 249Tyre pressure monitoring

system............................. 113, 250Tyre pressures ........................... 303Tyre repair kit ............................. 253

U

Ultrasonic parking assist . . . 112, 189Underseat storage ....................... 59

Upholstery.................................. 271Upshift........................................ 111Using this manual .......................... 3

Vehicle data recording andprivacy..................................... 319

Vehicle detected ahead.............. 115

Vehicle dimensions .................... 300Vehicle Identification Number .... 275Vehicle jack................................ 247Vehicle messages ..................... 122Vehicle personalisation ............. 128Vehicle security............................ 29Vehicle specific data ...................... 3Vehicle storage........................... 215Vehicle tools............................... 247

Vehicle unlocking ........................... 6Vehicle weight ........................... 288Ventilation................................... 147

W

Warning chimes ......................... 125Warning lights............................. 104Warning triangle .......................... 92Washer and wiper systems ........ . 17Washer fluid ............................... 219

Wheel changing ......................... 257Wheel covers ............................. 252Wheels and tyres ....................... 249Windows 34



V

Vehicle checks............................ 216Vehicle data................................ 277

Windows....................................... 34Windscreen................................... 34Windscreen wiper/washer ........... 99Winter tyres ............................... 249Wiper blade replacement ..... ..... 222

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: August 2012, ADAM OPEL AG, Rüsselsheim.

Printed on chlorine-free bleached paper.

August 2012

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