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Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 6
Keys, doors and windows ............ 19
Seats, restraints ........................... 35
Storage ........................................ 53
Instruments and controls ............. 82
Lighting ...................................... 117
Climate control ........................... 127
Driving and operating ................. 134
Vehicle care ............................... 159
Technical data ........................... 204
Customer information ................ 225
Index .......................................... 226
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ........2 In brief ..........6 Keys, doors and windows .... 19 Seats, restraints ......35 Storage ........53 Instruments and controls ..... 82 Lighting ........117 Climate control ......127 Driving and operating ....134 Vehicle care ....... 159 Service and maintenance ..

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Back to overview...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    "Service and prices. Experienced mechanics ■ The Owner's Manual uses the maintenance" and "Technical data" trained by Opel work according to factory engine designations. The as well as on the identification plate. specific Opel instructions. corresponding sales designations...
  • Page 4 Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3. 3 means "see page". We wish you many hours of pleasurable driving. Adam Opel GmbH Back to overview...
  • Page 5 Introduction Back to overview...

  • Page 6: In Brief

    In brief In brief Vehicle unlocking Seat adjustment Seat positioning Initial drive information Press button c to unlock the doors and load compartment. Open the Pull handle, slide seat, release doors by pulling the handles. To open handle. the tailgate, push the touchpad switch below the handle.
  • Page 7 In brief Seat backrests Seat height Seat inclination Pull lever, adjust inclination and Lever pumping motion Lever pumping motion release lever. Allow the seat to = seat higher = front end higher engage audibly. down = seat lower down = front end lower Seat position 3 36, Seat adjustment Seat position 3 36, Seat adjustment Seat position 3 36, Seat adjustment...

  • Page 8: Head Restraint Adjustment

    In brief Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Mirror adjustment Interior mirror Press the button, adjust height and Pull out the seat belt and engage in engage. belt buckle. The seat belt must not be twisted and must fit close against the To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on Head restraints 3 35.
  • Page 9 In brief Steering wheel adjustment Exterior mirrors Select the relevant exterior mirror and Unlock the lever, adjust the steering adjust it. wheel, then engage the lever and Convex exterior mirrors 3 28, ensure it is fully locked. Electric adjustment 3 28, Folding Do not adjust the steering wheel exterior mirrors 3 28, Heated unless the vehicle is stationary and...
  • Page 10 In brief Back to overview...

  • Page 11: Instrument Panel Overview

    In brief Instrument panel overview 11 Infotainment system ..... 10 23 Ignition switch with steering wheel lock .... 135 12 Info-Display ......101 Light switch ......117 24 Brake pedal ......142 13 Anti-theft alarm system Headlight range status LED ......25 25 Clutch pedal .......
  • Page 12 In brief Back to overview...
  • Page 13 In brief Exterior lighting Lighting 3 117. Headlight flash, high beam and low beam Turn light switch headlight flash = pull lever AUTO = automatic light control: high beam = push lever Headlights are switched low beam = push or pull lever on and off automatically = activation or deactivation Automatic light control 3 118, High...
  • Page 14 In brief Horn Turn and lane-change signals Hazard warning flashers Operated with the ¨ button. lever up = right turn signal Press j. lever down = left turn signal Hazard warning flashers 3 121. Turn and lane-change signals 3 122, Parking lights 3 123. Back to overview...

  • Page 15: Washer And Wiper Systems

    In brief Washer and wiper systems Windscreen and headlight Rear window wiper and washer washer systems systems Windscreen wiper Pull lever. Press the rocker switch to activate the = fast rear window wiper: Windscreen and headlight washer = slow system 3 84, Washer fluid 3 163. upper = continuous operation P = timed interval wiping or...

  • Page 16: Climate Control

    In brief Climate control Demisting and defrosting the windows Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes a few Press button V. times. Set the temperature control to the The heating is operated by pressing highest level.

  • Page 17: Starting Off

    In brief Transmission Starting off Automatic transmission Manual transmission Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 182, 3 217. ■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 161. ■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free from dirt, snow and ice and are operational.
  • Page 18 In brief Parking Starting the engine off the ignition. Turn the front wheels towards the kerb. ■ Always apply the parking brake. ■ Lock the vehicle with button e on Activate the manual parking brake the radio remote control. without pressing the release button. Activate the anti-theft alarm system Apply as firmly as possible on 3 25.

  • Page 19: Keys, Doors And Windows

    Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and Keys, locks Press button to extend. To fold the key, first press the button. windows Keys Car Pass Replacement keys The Car Pass contains security Keys, locks ........19 The key number is specified in the related vehicle data and should Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
  • Page 20 Keys, doors and windows Used to operate: ■ Overload of the central locking Key with foldaway key section system by operating at frequent ■ Central locking system intervals, the power supply is ■ Anti-theft locking system interrupted for a short time ■...

  • Page 21: Central Locking System

    Keys, doors and windows Memorised settings A pull on an interior door handle flap, press button c once. To unlock unlocks the respective door. Pulling all doors, press button c twice Whenever the key is removed from the handle once more opens the door. the ignition switch, the following Note ■...
  • Page 22 Keys, doors and windows Unlocking and opening the tailgate Press button e. Press the e button to lock. If the driver's door is not closed Press the c button to unlock. properly, the central locking system Press button c when the ignition is off. will not work.

  • Page 23: Automatic Locking

    Keys, doors and windows Fault in radio remote control Fault in central locking system The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 21. system Unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by Unlocking Child locks turning the key in the lock. The other doors can be opened by pulling the interior handle twice.

  • Page 24: Doors

    Keys, doors and windows Doors cannot be opened from the inside. For Central locking system 3 21. deactivation turn the child lock to the Closing vertical position. Load compartment Tailgate Opening Use one of the interior handles. Do not push the touchpad switch below the handle whilst closing as this will unlock the tailgate again.

  • Page 25: Vehicle Security

    Keys, doors and windows Vehicle security General hints for operating Activating tailgate Anti-theft locking system 9 Warning 9 Warning Do not drive with the tailgate open or ajar, e.g. when transporting Do not use the system if there are bulky objects, since toxic exhaust people in the vehicle! The doors gases, which can not be seen or cannot be unlocked from the...
  • Page 26 Keys, doors and windows Activation Activation without monitoring of 1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows and sunroof. passenger compartment and ■ Self-activated 30 seconds after locking the vehicle (initialisation of vehicle inclination 2. Press button o. LED in the the system) button o illuminates for a maximum of 10 minutes.
  • Page 27 Keys, doors and windows Status during the first 30 seconds of lights flash simultaneously. The If the control indicator continues anti-theft alarm system activation: number and duration of alarm signals flashing, attempt to start the engine are stipulated by legislation. using the spare key and seek the = test, arming delay.

  • Page 28: Exterior Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors In position 0 no mirror is selected. Electric folding Convex shape Folding The convex exterior mirror reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate distances.

  • Page 29: Interior Mirrors

    Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Heated Automatic anti-dazzle Manual anti-dazzle Dazzle from following vehicles at Operated by pressing the Ü button. night is automatically reduced. Heating works with the engine To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on running and is switched off the underside of the mirror housing.

  • Page 30: Windows

    Keys, doors and windows Windows Safety function If the window glass encounters Manual windows resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is The door windows can be opened or immediately stopped and opened closed with the window winders. again.
  • Page 31 Keys, doors and windows Child safety system for rear Initialising the power windows windows If the windows cannot be closed automatically (e.g. after disconnecting the vehicle battery), a warning message or a warning code is displayed in the Driver Information Center.

  • Page 32: Roof

    Keys, doors and windows Roof Heated rear window If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed when driving. Sunroof A ticket holder is located on the backside of the sun visor. 9 Warning Take care when operating the sunroof.
  • Page 33 Keys, doors and windows Raise or close Closing sunroof from outside The sunroof can be closed remotely Press q or r: sunroof is raised or from outside the vehicle. closed automatically with safety function enabled. If the sunroof is raised, it can be opened in one step by pressing p.
  • Page 34 Keys, doors and windows ■ If sunroof is closed, press the switch r gently to the first detent for 10 seconds. ■ If sunroof is open, keep the switch r pressed until sunroof is fully closed. Then release switch briefly and press it again gently to the first detent for 10 seconds.

  • Page 35: Seats, Restraints

    Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints Adjustment Head restraints on front seats Position Head restraints ......35 9 Warning Front seats ........36 Rear seats ........40 Only drive with the head restraint Seat belts ........40 set to the proper position. Airbag system ......

  • Page 36: Front Seats

    Seats, restraints Front seats Note ■ Sit with shoulders as far back Approved accessories may only be against the backrest as possible. attached, if the seat is not in use. Set the backrest rake so that it is Seat position possible to easily reach the Head restraints on rear seats steering wheel with arms slightly...

  • Page 37: Seat Adjustment

    Seats, restraints ■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it Seat positioning Seat backrests supports the natural shape of the spine. Seat adjustment 9 Danger Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from the steering wheel, to permit safe airbag deployment. 9 Warning Pull handle, slide seat, release Pull lever, adjust inclination and...
  • Page 38 Seats, restraints Seat height Seat inclination Lumbar support Lever pumping motion Lever pumping motion Adjust lumbar support using the four- way switch to suit personal = seat higher = front end higher requirements. down = seat lower down = front end lower Moving support up and down: push switch up or down.
  • Page 39 Seats, restraints Armrest Heating Adjustable thigh support Pull the lever and slide the thigh The armrest can be slid forwards by Adjust heating to the desired setting support. 10 cm. Under the armrest there is by pressing the ß button for the a storage compartment.

  • Page 40: Rear Seats

    Seats, restraints Rear seats Seat belts Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. They are not suitable for people smaller than Armrest 150 cm. Child restraint system 3 47. Periodically check all parts of the belt system for damage and proper functionality.

  • Page 41: Three-Point Seat Belt

    Seats, restraints Three-point seat belt 9 Warning Fastening Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or fitting of belts) can trigger the belt pretensioners. Deployment of the belt pretensioners is indicated by continuous illumination of control indicator v 3 93. Triggered belt pretensioners must be replaced by a workshop.
  • Page 42 Seats, restraints Height adjustment Removing Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. It must not lie 1. Pull belt out slightly. To release belt, press red button on across the throat or upper arm. belt buckle. 2.

  • Page 43: Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Airbag system Using the seat belt while Note The airbag systems and belt pregnant pretensioner control electronics are The airbag system consists of located in the centre console area. a number of individual systems Do not put any magnetic objects in depending on the scope of this area.

  • Page 44: Front Airbag System

    Seats, restraints Front airbag system The front airbag system is triggered in 9 Warning the event of a front-end impact of The front airbag system consists of a certain severity. The ignition needs one airbag in the steering wheel and Optimum protection is only to be switched on.

  • Page 45: Curtain Airbag System

    Seats, restraints The side airbag system consists of an 9 Warning airbag in each front seat backrest. This can be identified by the word Keep the area in which the airbag AIRBAG. inflates clear of obstructions. The side airbag system is triggered in the event of a side impact of a certain Note severity.

  • Page 46: Airbag Deactivation

    Seats, restraints Airbag deactivation Use the ignition key to choose the position: The front passenger airbag system * = front passenger airbag is has to be deactivated if a child deactivated and will not inflate restraint system is to be fitted on this in the event of a collision.

  • Page 47: Child Restraints

    Child restraint systems deactivation 3 94. When using a child restraint system on the front passenger We recommend the Opel child seat, the airbag systems for the restraint system which is tailored front passenger seat must be specifically to the vehicle.
  • Page 48 Seats, restraints are restraint systems that comply with Note ECE 44-03 or ECE 44-04. Since Do not stick anything on the child a proper position of the belt is rarely restraint systems and do not cover possible with a child that is smaller them with any other materials.

  • Page 49: Child Restraint Installation Locations

    Seats, restraints Child restraint installation locations Permissible options for fitting a child restraint system On front passenger seat Weight and age class activated airbag deactivated airbag On rear outboard seats On rear centre seat Group 0: up to 10 kg or approx.
  • Page 50 Seats, restraints 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 ISO/R1 Group 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 ISO/R2 ISO/R3...
  • Page 51 Seats, restraints 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 –...

  • Page 52: Top-Tether Fastening Eyes

    Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint systems In addition to the Isofix mounting fasten the Top-tether strap to the Top-tether fastening eyes. The strap must run between the two guide rods Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX of the head restraint. child restraint systems to the ISOFIX mounting brackets.

  • Page 53: Storage

    Storage Storage Storage compartments Cupholders Glovebox Storage compartments ....53 Load compartment ....... 65 Roof rack system ......79 Loading information ..... 80 Cupholders are located in the centre console. The glovebox features a pen holder, a credit card holder and a coin holder. The intermediate shelf can be removed.

  • Page 54: Front Storage

    Storage Front storage Sunglasses storage Depending on the version, cupholders are located under a cover in the centre console. Slide cover backwards. Bottles can be stowed after folding up the intermediate shelf 3 56. A storage compartment is located Fold down and open. next to the steering wheel.

  • Page 55: Underseat Storage

    Storage Underseat storage Armrest storage Storage in the rear armrest Storage under the front armrest Fold down armrest and open cover. Press button in the recess and pull out drawer. Maximum load: 3 kg. To Close cover before folding the Press button to fold up the armrest.

  • Page 56: Centre Console Storage

    Storage Centre console storage A further storage compartment is located under the intermediate shelf. Fold up the intermediate shelf and fix Front console it in the vertical position. The frame of the cupholder can be reintegrated to stow bottles. Rear console Press button to remove the frame of the cupholder.

  • Page 57: Rear Carrier System

    Storage Rear carrier system There must not be any objects on the bicycles that could become loose during transportation. Extending Open the tailgate. 9 Warning No-one should be in the extension zone of the rear carrier system, risk of injury. Completely pull out the rear carrier system until you hear it engage.
  • Page 58 Storage Install the tail lamps Open out the lamp support on the back of the tail lamp completely. Check the cable and lamp position to make sure these are correctly First remove the rear (1), then the installed and are securely located. Push the clamping lever down and front (2) tail lamp from the recesses.
  • Page 59 Storage Lock the rear carrier system Unfold pedal crank recesses The rear carrier system is locked when the clamping levers are Swivel the right clamping lever (1) Fold one or both pedal crank swivelled by approx. 50°. Otherwise first, followed by the left clamping recesses upwards until the diagonal safe functionality is not guaranteed.
  • Page 60 Storage Adapting the rear carrier system to a bicycle Push the release lever on the strap Remove the pedal crank mounts from retainer and remove the strap the pedal crank recesses. retainer. Press the release lever and withdraw the wheel recesses. Back to overview...
  • Page 61 Storage Prepare the bicycle for Attaching a bicycle to the rear attachment carrier system If the bicycle has curved pedal cranks, screw in the pedal crank unit all the way (position 1). Rotate the left pedal (without a chain With the rotary lever on the pedal cog) vertically downwards.
  • Page 62 Storage Put on the bicycle. The pedal crank Place the wheel recesses such that here must be placed in the pedal the bicycle is more or less horizontal. crank recess opening as shown in the Here, the distance between the illustration.
  • Page 63 Storage Align the bicycle in the longitudinal Tighten the attachment screw for the Undo strap retainers on both bicycle direction of the vehicle: Slightly pedal bearing mount hand-tight. tyres. loosen the pedal mount. Secure both bicycle wheels to wheel Hold on to the bicycle, loosen the Place the bicycle upright using the recesses using strap retainers.
  • Page 64 Storage Press release lever and slide in wheel recesses all the way as far as they will Insert the strap retainer and pull Swivel first the left clamping lever (1), tightly downwards as far as possible. followed by the right clamping lever (2), until they stop.

  • Page 65: Load Compartment

    Storage Load compartment Push the clamping lever down and pull both lamp supports out of the recesses. The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts. Both parts can be folded down. Load compartment extension, Saloon/Hatchback Remove the load compartment cover if necessary.
  • Page 66 Storage Guide the seat belts through side Ensure that the seat belts of the 9 Warning supports to protect them against outboard seats are placed in the damage. When folding the backrests, corresponding belt guides. Only drive the vehicle if the pull the seat belts along with them.
  • Page 67 Storage Load compartment extension, Pull the release lever on one or both 9 Warning sides and fold down the backrests Station wagon onto the seat cushion. Take care when operating the Folding down rear backrests On vehicles with electric seat folding, electric foldable rear seats.
  • Page 68 Storage To fold up, raise the backrests and Raise the seat cushion and fold the 9 Warning guide them into an upright position backrest until they engage audibly. Only drive the vehicle if the Ensure that the seat belts of the backrests are securely locked into outboard seats are placed in the position.
  • Page 69 Storage Remove the seat cushion Pull the grip and open the cover. To attach, apply seat cushion as shown in the illustration and engage Suitable for loading long, narrow Push both levers forward and remove both levers. objects. seat cushion to extend the loading Ensure that the cover engages after area.

  • Page 70: Load Compartment Cover

    Storage Saloon/Hatchback Lift cover at the rear and push it upwards at the front. Removing Remove the cover. If the height adjustable cover is mounted in the middle or upper position, the load compartment cover can be stowed below it. Height adjustable cover 3 72.
  • Page 71 Storage Opening cover Cover in upper position Removing cover Push the handle at the end of the Pull the handle at the end of the cover Open the load compartment cover. cover downwards.The rear of the to the rear and downwards. It rolls up Pull the release lever on the right side cover is guided upwards automatically.

  • Page 72: Rear Floor Storage Cover

    Storage Rear floor storage cover Height adjustable cover, Saloon/Hatchback Rear floor cover, Saloon/ Hatchback The removed cover can be stored under the rear floor cover like shown in the graphic. The height adjustable cover can be Rear floor storage cover 3 72. mounted in three positions: Installing cover The rear floor cover can be lifted and...
  • Page 73 Storage Lifting Lowering Note ■ If mounted in position 2 or 3, the space between the rear floor cover and the height adjustable cover can be used as a stowage compartment. ■ The height adjustable cover can be lifted and hooked in with the strap when it is mounted in position 1 or 2.

  • Page 74: Lashing Eyes

    Storage Lashing eyes Rear floor cover, Station wagon Insert the bar into the recesses at the sidewalls. Lift the rear floor cover by pulling the The lashing eyes are designed to handle. Fold and place the cover secure items against slippage, e.g. Caution behind the rear seats.
  • Page 75 Storage ■ hooks, plate upwards to lock the adapter. To Net pocket remove, turn the handle plate down ■ service box, and move out of the rail. ■ strap set. Variable partition net The components are fitted in rails on both side panels using adapters and hooks.
  • Page 76 Storage Installation of hooks in the rails Service box Alternatively install both hooks in the lower rail. Plug in the lower brackets Insert the hook in the desired position Install two hooks in the upper rail. of the box from above into the lower first in the upper groove of the rail and Insert the upper brackets of the box hooks.

  • Page 77: Safety Net

    Storage Strap set Passengers must not be transported Behind the rear seats behind the safety net. Installation Adjust strap length on safety net by Insert the adapters of the strap set in attaching the upper hook to the eyes a rail. Make sure that the belt is not of the strap.

  • Page 78: Warning Triangle

    Storage Behind front seats The removed safety net can be stored Station wagon under the rear floor cover 3 72. Warning triangle Saloon/Hatchback Attach strap to eyes underneath the Fold down straps. Stow the warning rear seat cushion. triangle in the space behind the straps on the inside of the tailgate.

  • Page 79: Roof Rack System

    Storage Roof rack system First aid kit Station wagon Saloon/Hatchback Roof rack For safety reasons and to avoid damage to the roof, the vehicle approved roof rack system is recommended. Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in use.

  • Page 80: Loading Information

    Storage Loading information Detach the cover from each mounting ■ Use the four hooks at the side walls point by using a coin. of the load compartment for hanging up carrier bags. Maximum Station wagon with roof railing load: 5 kg per hook. ■...
  • Page 81 Storage ■ Do not allow the load to protrude vehicle weight (see identification above the upper edge of the plate 3 204) and the EC kerb backrests. weight. ■ Do not place any objects on the To calculate the payload, enter the load compartment cover or the data for your vehicle in the Weights instrument panel, and do not cover...

  • Page 82: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and controls Instruments and Controls Steering wheel controls controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ........82 Warning lights, gauges and indicators ........88 Information displays ..... 99 Vehicle messages ...... 103 Trip computer ......110 Vehicle personalisation ....112 The Infotainment system, the cruise control and a connected mobile phone can be operated via the Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,...

  • Page 83: Horn

    Instruments and controls Heated steering wheel Horn The recommended grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker Activate heating by pressing * and to a higher temperature than the Press j. other areas. button. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button.

  • Page 84: Windscreen Wiper/Washer

    Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor Windscreen wiper Wiper lever in position P. P = automatic wiping with rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the = fast desired wipe interval: The rain sensor detects the amount of = slow short = turn adjuster wheel...
  • Page 85 Instruments and controls Adjustable sensitivity of the rain Windscreen and headlight sensor washer Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the Pull lever. Washer fluid is sprayed sensitivity: onto the windscreen and the wiper = turn adjuster wheel wipes a few times.

  • Page 86: Outside Temperature

    Instruments and controls Rear window wiper/washer The rear window washer system is deactivated when the fluid level is low. Outside temperature Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear window and the wiper Press the rocker switch to activate the wipes a few times.
  • Page 87 Instruments and controls Set date and time ■ Set date format: Changes indication of date between MM/DD/ Press the CONFIG button. The menu YYYY and DD.MM.YYYY. Settings is displayed. ■ Display digital clock: Switches on/ Select Time & Date. off indication of time on the display. ■...

  • Page 88: Warning Lights, Gauges And Indicators

    Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges Power outlets A further 12 Volt power outlet is located in the rear console. Fold the and indicators cover downwards. Station wagon: A 12 Volt power outlet Speedometer is located at the left side wall in the load compartment.

  • Page 89: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and controls Odometer Tachometer Fuel gauge The bottom line displays the recorded Displays the engine speed. Displays the fuel level in the tank. distance. Drive in a low engine speed range for Control indicator i illuminates if the each gear as much as possible. level in the tank is low.

  • Page 90: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

    Instruments and controls Engine coolant In the Uplevel-Display the remaining Caution oil life duration is displayed in the temperature gauge Vehicle Information Menu. If engine coolant temperature is In the Midlevel-Display the remaining too high, stop vehicle, switch off engine oil life duration is displayed by engine.

  • Page 91: Control Indicators

    Instruments and controls Turn the adjuster wheel to select indicators may vary. When the Remaining Oil Life. ignition is switched on, most control indicators will illuminate briefly as The system must be reset every time a functionality test. the engine oil is changed to allow proper functionality.
  • Page 92 Instruments and controls Control indicators in the instrument cluster Back to overview...

  • Page 93: Seat Belt Reminder

    Instruments and controls Control indicators in the centre Bulb replacement 3 165, Fuses Illuminates 3 174. After the ignition has been switched console on when the seat belt has been Turn signals 3 122. fastened. Seat belt reminder Flashes After starting off when the seat belt is Seat belt reminder on front unfastened.

  • Page 94: Charging System

    Instruments and controls Charging system Flashes when the engine is 9 Warning running p illuminates red. Fault that could lead to catalytic Have the cause of the fault Illuminates when the ignition is converter damage. Ease up on the remedied immediately by switched on and goes out shortly after accelerator until the flashing stops.

  • Page 95: Antilock Brake System

    Instruments and controls Flashes 9 Warning 9 Warning Electrical parking brake is not fully applied or released. Switch on Stop. Do not continue your Have the cause of the fault ignition, press foot brake pedal and journey. Consult a workshop. remedied immediately by attempt to reset the system by first a workshop.

  • Page 96: Power Steering

    Instruments and controls Power steering Electronic Stability Control Flashes yellow System recognizes an unintended and Traction Control c illuminates yellow. lane change. system Illuminates with power steering Ultrasonic parking assist b illuminates or flashes yellow. reduced Power steering is reduced due to r illuminates yellow.

  • Page 97: Tyre Pressure Monitoring

    Instruments and controls Preheating Tyre pressure monitoring Illuminates when the engine is running system ! illuminates yellow. Preheating is activated. Only w illuminates or flashes yellow. Caution activates when outside temperature Illuminates is low. Engine lubrication may be Tyre pressure loss. Stop immediately interrupted.

  • Page 98: Reduced Engine Power

    Instruments and controls Reduced engine power Flashes 9 Warning System switched to symmetrical low # illuminates yellow. beam. When the engine is off, The engine power is limited. Consult Control indicator f flashes for approx. considerably more force is needed a workshop.

  • Page 99: Information Displays

    Instruments and controls Information displays Washer fluid 3 163. Cruise control Driver Information Center m illuminates white or green. Illuminates white The system is on. Illuminates green A certain speed is stored. Cruise control 3 148. The following main menus, Door open depending on the vehicle configuration, can be selected:...
  • Page 100 Instruments and controls Selecting menus and functions Press the SET/CLR button to select a function or to confirm a message. The menus and functions can be selected via the buttons on the turn Vehicle Information Menu signal lever. Press the MENU button to select the Vehicle Information Menu.

  • Page 101: Info-Display

    Instruments and controls ■ Remaining Oil Life: 3 90 Graphic-Info-Display ■ Coolant Temperature: Display of engine coolant temperature 3 90 ■ Relearn Remote Key: Relearn after battery replacement ■ Battery Voltage: Display of battery voltage ■ Speed Warning: If exceeding the preset speed, a warning chime will be activated ■...
  • Page 102 Instruments and controls Colour-Info-Display ■ vehicle messages 3 103 ■ settings for vehicle personalisation 3 112 The type of information and how it is displayed depends on the equipment of the vehicle and the settings made. Selecting menus and settings Menus and settings are accessed via the display.

  • Page 103: Vehicle Messages

    Instruments and controls Vehicle messages Selecting with the Infotainment Press (the outer ring) system ■ To select or activate the marked option Messages are indicated mainly in the Driver Information Center (DIC), in ■ To confirm a set value some cases together with a warning ■...
  • Page 104 Instruments and controls Vehicle messages on the No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message Midlevel-Display Steering wheel is locked 20 Right low beam failure Depress brake pedal to release 21 Left front sidelight failure electrical parking brake 22 Right front sidelight failure Turn steering wheel, switch 23 Reversing light failure ignition off and then on...
  • Page 105 Instruments and controls No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message No. Vehicle message 48 Clean side blind zone alert 60 Open and then close front 78 Service pedestrian protection system passenger window system 49 Lane departure warning 61 Open and then close rear left 79 Top up engine oil unavailable window...

  • Page 106: Warning Chimes

    Instruments and controls Warning chimes Vehicle messages on the ■ Object detection systems Uplevel-Display ■ Lighting, bulb replacement When starting the engine or ■ Wiper/washer system whilst driving ■ Doors, windows ■ If seat belt is not fastened. ■ Radio remote control ■...

  • Page 107: Traffic Sign Assistant

    Instruments and controls Traffic sign assistant Functionality The traffic sign assistant system detects designated traffic signs via a front camera and displays them in the Driver Information Center. Traffic signs, which will be detected, ■ speed limit ■ no passing No passing signs have priority above An exclamation mark in a frame ■...
  • Page 108 Instruments and controls Display indication If the system is deactivated, the content of the traffic sign page is cleared, indicated by the following symbol: Speed limits and no passing signs are displayed as pop-up on each page of Traffic signs are displayed on the the menu.

  • Page 109: Battery Voltage

    Instruments and controls Pop-up function Fault Caution The traffic sign assistant system may not operate correctly when: The system is intended to help the ■ the area of the windscreen, where driver within a defined speed the front camera is located, is not range to discern certain traffic clean signs.

  • Page 110: Trip Computer

    Instruments and controls Trip computer 1. Switch off immediately electrical consumers which are not required for a safe ride, such as seat The menus and functions can be heating, heated rear window or selected via the buttons on the turn other main consumers.
  • Page 111 Instruments and controls Average consumption Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time and starts with a default value. To reset, press the SET/CLR button for a few seconds. Instantaneous consumption Display of the instantaneous consumption. Average speed Display of average speed.

  • Page 112: Vehicle Personalisation

    Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation Personal settings in the Graphic-Info-Display The vehicle's behaviour can be personalised via changing the settings in the Info-Display. Some of the personal settings for different drivers can be memorised individually for each vehicle key. Memorised settings 3 21 Depending on vehicle equipment and country-specific regulations some of the functions described below might...

  • Page 113: Accelerator Pedal

    Instruments and controls Sport mode settings Vehicle settings The driver can select the functions which will be activated in Sport mode 3 146. ■ Sport suspension: Damping becomes harder. ■ Sport powertrain performance: Accelerator pedal and gear change characteristics become more responsive.
  • Page 114 Instruments and controls Park assist: Activate or deactivate ■ Restore factory settings the ultrasonic parking assist. Restore factory settings: Reset all ■ Exterior ambient lighting settings to the default settings. Exterior lighting by unlocking: Personal settings in the Activate or deactivate the welcome Colour-Info-Display lighting.
  • Page 115 Instruments and controls Sport mode settings Navigation settings selecting the necessary settings and auto air conditioning mode. The driver can select the functions See description for Infotainment which will be activated in Sport mode system in the infotainment manual. Auto rear demist: Automatic 3 146.
  • Page 116 Instruments and controls Park assist: Activate or deactivate ■ Restore factory settings the ultrasonic parking assist . Restore factory settings: Reset all ■ Exterior ambient lighting settings to the default settings. Exterior lighting by unlocking: Display settings Activate or deactivate the welcome Selectable display settings: lighting.

  • Page 117: Lighting

    Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting = sidelights = headlights Light switch In the Driver Information Center with Uplevel-Display, the current status of Exterior lighting ......117 the automatic light control is Interior lighting ......123 displayed. Lighting features ......125 When switching on the ignition, automatic light control is active.

  • Page 118: Headlight Range Adjustment

    Lighting Automatic light control Headlight flash Automatic headlight activation During poor lighting conditions the To activate the headlight flash, pull headlights are switched on. lever. Tunnel detection Headlight range When a tunnel is entered the headlights are switched on without adjustment delay.

  • Page 119: Adaptive Forward Lighting

    Lighting 0 = front seats occupied Vehicles with Xenon headlight For deactivation operate the same 1 = all seats occupied procedure as described above. f will system 2 = all seats occupied and load not flash when the function is compartment laden deactivated.
  • Page 120 Lighting Playstreet lighting Adverse weather lighting Corner lighting Activated automatically at low speed Activated automatically up to a speed On tight bends or when turning off, up to approx. 30 km/h. The light beam of approx. 70 km/h, when the rain depending on the steering angle or is turned at an angle of 8°...

  • Page 121: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Lighting Hazard warning flashers It switches to low beam when: If a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is off, the high beam ■ the camera in the windscreen assist will stay activated. detects the lights of oncoming or preceding vehicles The latest setting of the high beam assist will remain after the ignition is...

  • Page 122: Front Fog Lights

    Lighting Turn and lane-change Rear fog lights When a trailer is connected, turn signal flashes six times when signals pressing the lever until resistance is felt and then releasing. Move the lever to the resistance point and hold for longer indication. Switch the turn signal off manually by moving the lever to its original position.

  • Page 123: Parking Lights

    Lighting Interior lighting Parking lights Reversing lights The reversing lights come on when Instrument panel the ignition is on and reverse gear is illumination control selected. Misted light covers The inside of the light housing may mist up briefly in poor, wet and cold weather conditions, in heavy rain or after washing.

  • Page 124: Reading Lights

    Lighting Reading lights On vehicles with light sensor, the Operate rocker switch: brightness can only be adjusted when = automatic switching on the exterior lights are on and the light and off. sensor detects night conditions. press u = on. press v = off.

  • Page 125: Exit Lighting

    Lighting Lighting features The following lights will additionally switch on when the driver's door is opened: Centre console lighting ■ All switches Spotlight incorporated in the interior ■ Driver Information Center lighting comes on when headlights are switched on. ■ Door pocket lights Entry lighting Exit lighting The following lights switch on if the...

  • Page 126: Battery Discharge Protection

    Lighting Exit lighting is switched off In the second stage a message which immediately if the turn signal lever is confirms the activation of the battery pulled while the driver's door is open. discharge protection will be displayed in the Driver Information Center. Activation, deactivation and duration of this function can be changed in the Switching off electric lights...

  • Page 127: Climate Control

    Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Heating will not be fully effective until the engine has reached normal operating temperature. Heating and ventilation system Air distribution Climate control systems ..... 127 s = to windscreen and front door Air vents ........132 windows Maintenance ......

  • Page 128: Air Conditioning System

    Climate control Air conditioning system The air conditioning system cools and ■ Cooling n on. dehumidifies (dries) as soon as the ■ Air circulation system 4 on. outside temperature is slightly above ■ Press air distribution switch M. the freezing point. Therefore ■...

  • Page 129: Electronic Climate Control

    Climate control ■ Switch cooling n on. Controls for: ■ Set temperature control to warmest ■ Temperature on driver side level. ■ Air distribution ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü. ■ Fan speed ■ Open side air vents as required and ■...
  • Page 130 Climate control Automatic mode AUTO All air vents are actuated Demisting and defrosting the automatically in automatic mode. The windows V air vents should therefore always be ■ Press button V. open. ■ Press cooling button n. Temperature preselection ■ Temperature and air distribution Temperatures can be set to the are set automatically and the fan desired value.
  • Page 131 Climate control s = to windscreen and front door Air recirculation mode windows. M = to head area via adjustable air 9 Warning vents K = to foot well. The exchange of fresh air is reduced in air recirculation mode. All combinations are possible.

  • Page 132: Air Vents

    Climate control Air vents Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. Adjustable air vents Basic settings At least one air vent must be open Some settings can be changed in the while the cooling is on. menu Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle personalisation 3 112.

  • Page 133: Fixed Air Vents

    Climate control Maintenance Air conditioning regular 9 Warning operation Air intake Do not attach any objects to the In order to ensure continuously slats of the air vents. Risk of efficient performance, cooling must damage and injury in case of an be operated for a few minutes once accident.

  • Page 134: Driving And Operating

    Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Starting and operating Control of the vehicle New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for Driving hints ....... 134 Never coast with engine not the first few journeys. Starting and operating ....134 running During the first drive, smoke may Engine exhaust ......

  • Page 135: Starting The Engine

    Driving and operating Ignition switch positions ■ Sunroof Automatic transmission: operate brake and move the selector lever to ■ Power outlets P or N. Power to the infotainment system will Do not operate the accelerator pedal. continue to operate for up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is Diesel engine: turn the key to position opened.

  • Page 136: Overrun Cut-Off

    Driving and operating Starting the vehicle at low Possible reasons for a non-starting uphill slopes. Depress the foot engine: brake at the same time to reduce temperatures operating force. ■ Clutch pedal not operated (manual The start of the engine without transmission) ■...

  • Page 137: Engine Exhaust

    Driving and operating Engine exhaust take up to 25 minutes. Typically it full continue driving or warning needs between 7 and 12 minutes. code 55 appears in the Driver Fuel consumption may be higher Information Center. during this period. The emission of 9 Danger % illuminates when diesel particle smells and smoke during this process...

  • Page 138: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and operating Automatic transmission Cleaning takes place quickest at high rectified by a workshop as soon as engine speeds and loads. possible. In an emergency, driving can be continued for a short period, The control indicator % extinguishes The automatic transmission permits keeping vehicle speed and engine as soon as the self-cleaning automatic gearshifting (automatic...

  • Page 139: Selector Lever

    Driving and operating Selector lever Do not accelerate while engaging a gear. Never depress the accelerator pedal and brake pedal at the same time. When a gear is engaged, the vehicle slowly begins to creep when the brake is released. Engine braking To utilise the engine braking effect, select a lower gear in good time when...

  • Page 140: Manual Mode

    Driving and operating Manual mode In manual mode no automatic shifting Kickdown to a higher gear takes place at high If the accelerator pedal is pressed engine revolutions. down completely in automatic mode, the transmission shifts to a lower gear Electronic driving depending on engine speed.

  • Page 141: Manual Transmission

    Driving and operating Manual transmission Interruption of power 2. Release the selector lever trim from the centre console at the supply front, fold it upwards and rotate it to the left. In the event of an interruption of power supply, the selector lever cannot be moved out of the P position.

  • Page 142: Brakes

    Driving and operating Brakes ABS starts to regulate brake pressure Caution as soon as a wheel shows a tendency to lock. The vehicle remains The brake system comprises two It is not advisable to drive with the steerable, even during hard braking. independent brake circuits.

  • Page 143: Parking Brake

    Driving and operating Parking brake Fault Electrical parking brake 9 Warning Manual parking brake If there is a fault in the ABS, the wheels may be liable to lock due to braking that is heavier than normal. The advantages of ABS are no longer available.

  • Page 144: Clutch Pedal

    Driving and operating Before leaving the vehicle, check the Dynamic braking when vehicle is Control indicator m flashes: electrical electrical parking brake status. moving parking brake is not fully applied or released. When continuously When the vehicle is moving and the Control indicator m 3 94.

  • Page 145: Ride Control Systems

    Driving and operating Ride control systems TC is reactivated by pressing the b 9 Warning button again. Traction Control system TC is also reactivated the next time Do not let this special safety the ignition is switched on. feature tempt you into taking risks The Traction Control system (TC) is when driving.

  • Page 146: Interactive Driving System

    Driving and operating ESC is reactivated by pressing the In each driving mode Flex Ride 9 Warning b button again. If the TC system was networks the following electronic systems: previously disabled, both TC and Do not let this special safety ESC are reactivated.
  • Page 147 Driving and operating SPORT mode ■ Shift points of automatic into sporty settings. The DMC transmission occur in a comfort changes to Sport mode in case of The settings of the systems are mode. very sporty driving behaviour. adapted to a sportier driving style: ■...

  • Page 148: Cruise Control

    Driving and operating Cruise control With automatic transmission, only Increase speed activate cruise control in automatic With cruise control active, hold thumb mode. wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn The cruise control can store and to RES/+ repeatedly: speed Control indicator m 3 99.

  • Page 149: Parking Assist

    Driving and operating Object detection ■ selector lever in N, parking assist the system consists of four additional ultrasonic parking systems ■ the Traction Control system or sensors in the front bumper. electronic stability control is operating. Control indicator r 3 96. Parking assist Resume stored speed Activation...
  • Page 150 Driving and operating An obstacle is indicated by a buzzing Important hints for using the Caution sound. The interval between the parking assist systems sounds becomes shorter as the Performance of the sensor can be vehicle gets closer to the obstacle. 9 Warning reduced when sensors are When the distance is less than...

  • Page 151: Lane Departure Warning

    Driving and operating Note Activation When the system recognizes an The parking assist system unintended lane change, the control automatically detects factory-fitted indicator ) changes to yellow and towing equipment. It is deactivated flashes. Simultaneously a chime when the connector is plugged in. sound is activated.

  • Page 152: Fuel

    Driving and operating Fuel Fuel for diesel engines Fault The lane departure warning system Only use diesel fuel that complies Fuel for petrol engines may not operate properly when: with DIN EN 590 . The fuel must ■ the windscreen is not clean have low sulphur content (max.
  • Page 153 Driving and operating Refuelling 9 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 this remedied immediately by a workshop. Caution The fuel filler flap can only be opened In case of misfuelling, do not if the vehicle is unlocked.

  • Page 154: Towing

    Driving and operating Towing The fuel filler cap can be retained in The specification of CO emission is the bracket on the fuel filler flap. also a constituent of the directive. General information The figures given must not be taken Caution as a guarantee for the actual fuel Only use towing equipment that has...

  • Page 155: Trailer Towing

    Driving and operating For trailers with low driving stability The permissible trailer loads are The maximum permissible vertical and caravan trailers with a permitted specified in the vehicle documents. In coupling load (75 kg) is specified on gross vehicle weight of more than general, they are valid for gradients the towing equipment identification 1300 kg the use of a stabiliser is...
  • Page 156 Driving and operating Stowage of coupling ball bar Fitting the coupling ball bar Disengage and fold down the socket. Remove the sealing plug from the opening for the coupling ball bar and stow it. Checking the tensioning of the coupling ball bar Press fastenings inward and remove The bag with the coupling ball bar is cover.
  • Page 157 Driving and operating Otherwise, the coupling ball bar must Inserting the coupling ball bar Eye for break-away stopping cable be tensioned before being inserted: ■ Unlock coupling ball bar by turning key to position c. Insert the tensioned coupling ball bar Attach breakaway stopping cable to in the opening and push firmly eye.

  • Page 158: Trailer Stability Assist

    Driving and operating ■ The coupling ball bar must be firmly Open the protective flap and turn the engaged in the opening. key to position c to unlock the coupling ball bar. ■ The coupling ball bar must be locked and the key removed. Pull out rotary handle and turn clockwise as far as it will go.

  • Page 159: Vehicle Care

    Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information ■ Change the engine oil. ■ Drain the washer fluid reservoir. Accessories and vehicle ■ Check the coolant antifreeze and modifications corrosion protection. General Information ....159 ■ Adjust tyre pressure to the value We recommend to use genuine parts Vehicle checks ......

  • Page 160: Vehicle Checks

    Vehicle care Vehicle checks ■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir. 9 Danger ■ Check the engine oil level. Performing work ■ Check the coolant level. The ignition system and Xenon headlights use extremely high ■ Fit the number plate if necessary. voltage.

  • Page 161: Engine Oil

    Vehicle care Closing Before closing the bonnet, press the support into the holder. Lower the bonnet and allow it to drop into the catch. Check that the bonnet is engaged. Engine oil Check the engine oil level manually on a regular basis to prevent damage to the engine.

  • Page 162: Engine Coolant

    Vehicle care When the engine oil level has Fit the cap on straight and tighten it. dropped to the MIN mark, top up engine oil. Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze protection down to approx. -28 °C. Caution Only use approved antifreeze. Coolant level If the cooling system is cold, the Caution...

  • Page 163: Washer Fluid

    Vehicle care Brake fluid the coolant concentration checked Caution and have the cause of the coolant loss remedied by a workshop. 9 Warning Only washer fluid with a sufficient antifreeze concentration provides Washer fluid Brake fluid is poisonous and protection at low temperatures or corrosive.

  • Page 164: Wiper Blade Replacement

    Vehicle care Wiper blade replacement Only use high-performance brake Ensure the ignition is switched off fluid approved for the vehicle. Brake before connecting or disconnecting and clutch fluid 3 201. the vehicle battery. Battery discharge protection 3 126. Battery Diesel fuel system The vehicle battery is maintenance- free provided that the driving profile bleeding...

  • Page 165: Bulb Replacement

    Vehicle care Bulb replacement Wiper blade on the rear window Headlights have separate systems for low beam 1 (outer bulbs) and high beam 2 (inner bulbs). Switch off the ignition and switch off the relevant switch or close the doors. Low beam Only hold a new bulb at the base! Do not touch the bulb glass with bare...
  • Page 166 Vehicle care 3. Detach the bulb from the bulb 3. Detach the bulb from the bulb holder and replace the bulb. holder and replace the bulb. 4. Insert the bulb holder, engaging 4. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the reflector and the two lugs into the reflector and rotate clockwise to secure.
  • Page 167 Vehicle care 3. Remove the bulb from the socket and replace the bulb. 4. Insert the bulb holder into the reflector. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise. Front turn signal 2. Press latches together and 1. Disengage the spring clip and withdraw the bulb holder from the then swivel it backwards.

  • Page 168: Fog Lights

    Vehicle care Fog lights 3. Disengage the bulb holder from 1. Turn the bulb holder anti- the plug connector by pressing clockwise and remove it from the the retaining lug. reflector. 4. Remove and replace the bulb holder with bulb. 5.

  • Page 169: Tail Lights

    Vehicle care Tail lights 2. Unscrew the plastic securing nut from the inside by hand. Saloon/Hatchback 6. Unscrew the three screws with a coin and remove the bulb carrier. 3. Carefully withdraw the light assembly from retaining pins and 1. Release the cover and remove it. remove.
  • Page 170 Vehicle care Tail lights (1) 1. Open the tailgate and remove the three covers. Brake light (2) 2. Unscrew the three screws and Turn signal light (3) remove. 8. Insert the bulb carrier into the tail 3. Remove the tail light assembly. light assembly and screw into Make sure that the cable duct place.
  • Page 171 Vehicle care Station wagon 2. Remove cover. 4. Carefully remove tail light assembly. Take care that the cable duct remains in position. Detach wiring plug from bulb holder. 3. Unscrew two plastic securing nuts 1. On left-hand side, fold down the from the inside by hand.
  • Page 172 Vehicle care 7. Switch on the ignition, operate Rear fog light / reverse light in the and check all lights. tailgate Tail light in the tailgate 4. Remove and replace the bulb. 5. Install the tail light assembly in the 1.

  • Page 173: Instrument Panel

    Vehicle care Interior lights 2. Remove and replace the bulb of 2. Remove the bulb holder rear fog light. downwards, taking care not to pull on the cable. Courtesy light, reading lights 3. Close cover. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. For replacing reverse light bulb on the right side of the tailgate, proceed in Load compartment light...

  • Page 174: Electrical System

    Vehicle care Electrical system Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse. There are three fuse boxes in the vehicle: ■ in the front left of the engine compartment, ■ in the interior behind the storage compartment, or, in right-hand drive vehicles, behind the glovebox,...

  • Page 175: Engine Compartment Fuse

    Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage the cover, lift it upwards and remove.
  • Page 176 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit No. Circuit Engine control module 17 Transmission control module 34 – Lambda probe 18 Heated rear window 35 Power windows Fuel injection, ignition system 19 Front power windows 36 – Fuel injection, ignition system 20 Rear power windows 37 Canister vent solenoid –...

  • Page 177: Instrument Panel Fuse Box

    Vehicle care Instrument panel fuse box 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 fuses close the fuse box cover and press In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse until it engages.
  • Page 178 Vehicle care No. Circuit No. Circuit 10 Door locks 25 – 11 Interior fan 26 – 12 – Load compartment fuse 13 – 14 Diagnostic connector Saloon/Hatchback 15 Airbag The fuse box is on the left side of the 16 – load compartment behind a cover.
  • Page 179 Vehicle care Station Wagon Fuse assignments The fuse box is on the left side of the load compartment behind a cover. Remove the cover. Fold down the blind and remove. Back to overview...

  • Page 180: Vehicle Tools

    Vehicle care Vehicle tools No. Circuit No. Circuit Trailer module 18 – Tools Trailer outlet 19 Steering wheel heating Vehicles with tyre repair kit Parking assist 20 Sunroof – 21 Seat heating – 22 – – 23 – – 24 – Anti-theft alarm system 25 –...

  • Page 181: Wheels And Tyres

    Vehicle care Wheels and tyres Vehicles with spare wheel, Tyres of size 235/40 R 19 and 235/45 R 18 and 225/45 R 18 must variant 1 not be used as winter tyres. The jack, the tools and a strap for Tyre condition, wheel condition Tyres of size 215/60 R 16 must not...

  • Page 182: Tyre Pressure

    Vehicle care Tyre pressure monitoring Speed code letter: Tyre pressure 3 217 and on the label on the front left door frame. Q = up to 160 km/h system S = up to 180 km/h The tyre pressure data refers to cold The tyre pressure monitoring system T = up to 190 km/h tyres.
  • Page 183 Vehicle care Press the MENU button to select the Major pressure differences are External high-power radio equipment Vehicle Information Menu. indicated additionally by the control could disrupt the tyre pressure indicator w. monitoring system. Control indicator w 3 97. The tyre pressure monitoring system valve cores and sealing rings must be Vehicle messages 3 103.

  • Page 184: Tread Depth

    Vehicle care Changing tyre and wheel If problems occur during the relearn process a warning message is size displayed in the Driver Information Center. If tyres of a different size than those fitted at the factory are used, it may be Temperature compensation necessary to reprogramme the Cold tyres decrease the tyre...

  • Page 185: Tyre Chains

    Vehicle care If the wheel covers and tyres used are Tyre chains are only permitted on the Tyre damage exceeding 4 mm or that not factory approved, the tyres must front wheels. is at tyre's side wall near the rim not have a rim protection ridge.
  • Page 186 Vehicle care The tyre repair kit is in a compartment under the floor cover in the load compartment or in the underseat storage compartment 3 55. 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the compartment. 2. Remove the compressor. 4. Screw the compressor air hose to 6.
  • Page 187 Vehicle care 14. Detach the tyre repair kit. Push catch on bracket to remove sealant bottle from bracket. Screw the tyre inflation hose to the free connection of the sealant bottle. This prevents sealant from escaping. Stow tyre repair kit in load compartment.

  • Page 188: Wheel Changing

    Vehicle care Wheel changing Note The driving characteristics of the Some vehicles are equipped with repaired tyre is severely affected, a tyre repair kit instead of a spare therefore have this tyre replaced. wheel 3 185. If unusual noise is heard or the Make the following preparations and compressor becomes hot, turn observe the following information:...
  • Page 189 Vehicle care ■ Never crawl under a jacked-up the wheel cover with the hook. vehicle. Vehicle tools 3 180. ■ Do not start the vehicle when it is Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel raised on the jack. nut caps with a screwdriver and remove.
  • Page 190 Vehicle care 3. Ensure the jack is correctly positioned under the relevant vehicle jacking point. 4. Variant 1: Set the jack to the necessary Attach jack handle and with the height. Position it directly below jack correctly aligned rotate the jacking point in a manner that handle until wheel is clear of the prevents it from slipping.

  • Page 191: Spare Wheel

    Vehicle care Attach wheel wrench and with the Jacking position for lifting jack correctly aligned rotate wheel platform wrench until wheel is clear of the ground. 5. Unscrew the wheel nuts. 6. Change the wheel. 7. Screw on the wheel nuts. 8.
  • Page 192 Vehicle care The use of a spare wheel that is Stowing a damaged wheel in the smaller than the other wheels or in load compartment, Saloon/ combination with winter tyres could Hatchback affect driveability. Have the defective A damaged wheel must be stowed in tyre replaced as soon as possible.
  • Page 193 Vehicle care Replace the long bolt before fitting the Only mount one temporary spare spare wheel in the well after renewing wheel. Do not drive faster than or repairing the defective wheel. 80 km/h. Take curves slowly. Do not use for a long period of time. 9 Warning If your vehicle gets a flat tyre on the rear while towing another vehicle,...

  • Page 194: Jump Starting

    Vehicle care Jump starting ■ A discharged battery can already ■ The vehicles must not come into freeze at a temperature of 0 °C. contact with each other during the Defrost the frozen battery before jump starting process. Do not start with quick charger. connecting jump leads.

  • Page 195: Towing

    Vehicle care Towing 3. Connect the black lead to the 4. Switch on electrical consumers negative terminal of the booster (e.g. headlights, heated rear battery. window) of the vehicle receiving Towing the vehicle the jump start. 4. Connect the other end of the black lead to a vehicle grounding point, 5.

  • Page 196: Towing Another Vehicle

    Vehicle care Towing another vehicle Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. When the engine is not running, considerably more force is needed to brake and steer. To prevent the entry of exhaust gases from the towing vehicle, switch on the air recirculation and close the Screw in the towing eye as far as it will...

  • Page 197: Appearance Care

    Vehicle care Appearance care Caution Exterior care Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can Locks damage the vehicle. The locks are lubricated at the factory After towing, unscrew the towing eye. using a high quality lock cylinder grease.

  • Page 198: Exterior Lights

    Vehicle care If using a vehicle wash, comply with Exterior lights For mechanical removal of ice, use the vehicle wash manufacturer's a sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the Headlight and other light covers are instructions. The windscreen wipers scraper firmly against the glass so made of plastic.

  • Page 199: Interior Care

    Vehicle care Paintwork damage Rear carrier system Clean fabric upholstery with a vacuum cleaner and brush. Rectify minor paintwork damage with Clean the rear carrier system with Remove stains with an upholstery a touch-up pen before rust forms. a steam-jet or high-pressure jet cleaner.

  • Page 200: Service And Maintenance

    Service and maintenance Service and General information Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, maintenance Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Service information Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, In order to ensure economical and Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, safe vehicle operation and to Sweden, Switzerland, United General information ....

  • Page 201: Recommended Fluids

    Service and maintenance Recommended fluids, Make sure that the Service and aging control, whereas viscosity Warranty Booklet is completed grade gives information on the oil's lubricants and parts correctly as continuous proof of thickness over a temperature range. service is essential if any warranty or The new engine oil quality Recommended fluids and goodwill claims are to be met, and is...
  • Page 202 Service and maintenance Alternative qualities if GM-LL-A-025 Additional engine oil additives Coolant and antifreeze or GM-LL-B-025 are not available: The use of additional engine oil Use only silicate-free long life coolant additives could cause damage and (LLC) antifreeze. ACEA-A3/B3 or = Petrol engines invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 203 Service and maintenance Brake fluid should be stored in a sealed container to avoid water absorption. Ensure brake fluid does not become contaminated. Back to overview...

  • Page 204: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification Identification plate Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle identification ....204 Vehicle data ....... 206 The identification plate is located on the front left door frame. The Vehicle Identification Number is visible through the windscreen. Back to overview...
  • Page 205 Technical data Information on identification label: = Type approval number Specifications in the vehicle = Manufacturer documents always have priority over 1 = Manufacturer = Model name those given in this manual. 2 = Type approval number = Vehicle Identification Number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number = Ecological class 4 = Permissible gross vehicle...

  • Page 206: Vehicle Data

    Technical data Vehicle data Engine data Sales designation Engine identifier code A14XEL A14XER A14NEL A14NET A16XER A16LET Number of cylinders 1398 1398 1364 1364 1598 1598 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 6000 6000 4200-6000 4900-6000 6000 5500 Torque [Nm] at rpm 4000...
  • Page 207 Technical data Sales designation 2.0 Turbo Engine identifier code A13DTE A17DTJ A17DTR A20DTR A20DTH Number of cylinders 1248 1686 1686 1956 Piston displacement [cm Engine power [kW] at rpm 4000 3800 4000 4000 Torque [Nm] at rpm 1750-3250 1700-2550 2000-2700 1750-2500 Fuel type Diesel...
  • Page 208 Technical data Performance Saloon/Hatchback Engine A14XEL A14XER A14NEL A14NET A16LET A16XER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – – Engine A13DTE A17DTJ A17DTR A20DTR A20DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – – – The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
  • Page 209 Technical data Station wagon Engine A14XER A14NEL A14NET A16LET A16XER Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – Engine A13DTE A17DTJ A17DTR A20DTH Maximum speed [km/h] Manual transmission Automatic transmission – – – The maximum speed indicated is achievable at kerb weight (without driver) plus 200 kg payload. Optional equipment could reduce the specified maximum speed of the vehicle.
  • Page 210 Technical data Fuel consumption - CO -emissions Saloon/Hatchback Manual transmission / automatic transmission. Engine A14XEL A14XER A14NEL A14NET A16XER A16LET urban [l/100 km] 7.1/– 7.1/– 8.0/– 8.0/9.6 8.4/9.9 8.9/9.9 extra-urban [l/100 km] 4.6/– 4.6/– 4.7/– 4.7/5.5 5.2/5.7 5.6/5.7 total [l/100 km] 5.5/–...
  • Page 211 Technical data Station wagon Manual transmission / automatic transmission. Engine A14XER A14NEL A14NET A16XER A16LET urban [l/100 km] 7.6/– 8.2/– 8.2/9.6 8.6/9.9 8.8/10.1 extra-urban [l/100 km] 5.1/– 4.9/– 4.9/5.5 5.3/5.7 5.6/5.8 total [l/100 km] 5.9/– 6.1/– 6.1/7.0 6.6/7.2 6.8/7.4 [g/km] 139/–...

  • Page 212: Vehicle Weight

    Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Saloon/Hatchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning A14XEL 1373/1388 – [kg] A14XER 1373/1388 – A14NEL – A14NET 1393/1408 –/1453 A16LET –/1490 –/1503 A16XER 1393/1408 –/1443 A13DTE 1393/1408 –...
  • Page 213 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment Saloon/Hatchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning A14XEL –/1545 – [kg] A14XER –/1545 – A14NEL – A14NET –/1611 –/1613 A16LET –/1613 –/1665 A16XER –/1578 –/1613 A13DTE –/1571 – A17DTJ –/1684 –...
  • Page 214 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Station wagon Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning A14XER 1393/1408 – [kg] A14NEL 1471/1486 –/1503 A14NET 1471/1486 –/1503 A16LET –/1503 –/1550 A16XER 1437/1452 –/1503 A17DTJ 1503/1518 – A17DTR 1503/1518 –...

  • Page 215: Vehicle Dimensions

    Technical data Kerb weight, basic model with all optional equipment Station wagon Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission without/with air conditioning A14XER –/1571 – [kg] A14NEL –/1664 –/1664 A14NET –/1664 –/1664 A16LET –/1664 –/1701 A16XER –/1613 –/1664 A17DTJ –/1733 – A17DTR –/1733 –...
  • Page 216 Technical data Saloon Station wagon Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1549 1835 Load compartment width [mm] 1027 1026 Load compartment height [mm] Wheelbase [mm] 2685 2685 Turning circle diameter [m] 11.5 11.5 Capacities Engine oil Engine A14XEL A14XER A14NEL...

  • Page 217: Tyre Pressures

    Technical data Engine A13DTE A17DTJ A17DTR A20DTH A20DTR ecoFlex including Filter [l] between MIN and MAX [l] Fuel tank Petrol/diesel, nominal capacity [l] Tyre pressures Saloon/Station wagon Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load Engine Tyres front...
  • Page 218 Technical data 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] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A14NET, 205/55 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) A14NEL 205/60 R16,...
  • Page 219 Technical data 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] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) 235/40 R19 240/2.4 (35) 220/2.2 (32) – –...
  • Page 220 Technical data 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] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A17DTJ 205/65 R16 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) 11)10) 215/60 R16,...
  • Page 221 Technical data 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] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A17DTR 205/65 R16 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) 11)10) 215/60 R16,...
  • Page 222 Technical data 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] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A20DTH 205/65 R16 230/2.3 (33) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 240/2.4 (35) 280/2.8 (41) 11)10) 215/60 R16,...
  • Page 223 Technical data 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] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) ([psi]) A20DTR 205/65 R16 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 11)10) 215/60 R16...
  • Page 224 Technical data Towing hitch installation dimensions Back to overview...

  • Page 225: Customer Information

    Customer information Customer information Vehicle data recording ■ with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, and privacy with the consent of the lessee, ■ in response to an official request of Event data recorders Vehicle data recording and police or similar government office, privacy ........

  • Page 226: Index

    Index Brake and clutch fluid....201 Brake and clutch system ..... 94 Accessories and vehicle Brake assist ....... 144 modifications ......159 Brake fluid ........163 Adaptive forward lighting ..98, 119 Brakes ....... 142, 163 Adjustable air vents ....132 Bulb replacement .......
  • Page 227 Cupholders ........53 Engine exhaust ......137 Curtain airbag system ....45 Engine oil ......161, 201 General information ....154 Engine oil pressure ...... 97 Glovebox ........53 Entry lighting ......125 Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Danger, Warnings and Cautions . . . 3 Event data recorders....
  • Page 228 Instrument panel illumination ..173 Power windows ......30 Instrument panel illumination Preheating ........97 Malfunction indicator light .... 94 control ........123 Manual anti-dazzle ...... 29 Instrument panel overview ... 11 Manual mode ......140 Quickheat........132 Interactive driving system... 146 Manual transmission ....
  • Page 229 Service ....... 133, 200 Traction Control system off... 96 Vehicle specific data ...... 3 Service display ......90 Traffic sign assistant....107 Vehicle storage......159 Service information ....200 Trailer stability assist ....158 Vehicle unlocking ......6 Service vehicle soon ....94 Trailer towing ......
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