Owner’s Manual Model Year 2014.5 Edition: January 2014 KTA-2675/12-VX-en 0-1 VAUXHALL Insignia Owner’s Manual Model Year 2014.
Contents Introduction .................................... 2 In brief ............................................ 6 Keys, doors and windows ............ 19 Seats, restraints ........................... 44 Storage ........................................ 69 Instruments and controls ............. 85 Lighting ...................................... 125 Climate control ........................... 137 Driving and operating ................. 151 Vehicle care ...............................
2 Introduction Introduction
Introduction Vehicle specific data Please enter your vehicle's data on the previous page to keep it easily accessible. This information is available in the sections "Service and maintenance" and "Technical data" as well as on the identification plate. Introduction Your vehicle is a designed combination of advanced technology, safety, environmental friendliness and economy. This Owner's Manual provides you with all the necessary information to enable you to drive your vehicle safely and efficiently.
4 Introduction Danger, Warnings and Cautions 9 Danger Text marked 9 Danger provides information on risk of fatal injury. Disregarding this information may endanger life. 9 Warning Text marked 9 Warning provides information on risk of accident or injury. Disregarding this information may lead to injury. Caution Text marked Caution provides information on possible damage to the vehicle. Disregarding this information may lead to vehicle damage. Symbols Page references are indicated with 3.
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6 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 doors by pulling the handles. To open the tailgate, pull the button under the tailgate moulding. Press button x; only the load compartment is unlocked and opens. Radio remote control 3 20, Central locking system 3 22, Electronic key system 3 21, Load compartment 3 28. Pull handle, slide seat, release handle.
In brief 7 Seat backrests Seat height Seat inclination Pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the seat to engage audibly. Seat position 3 46, Seat adjustment 3 46. Press switch top = seat higher bottom = seat lower Lever pumping motion up = front end higher down = front end lower Seat position 3 46, Seat adjustment 3 46. Seat position 3 46, Seat adjustment 3 46.
8 In brief Power seat adjustment Head restraint adjustment Seat belt Operate switch 1: for-/backwards Press release button, adjust height, engage. Head restraints 3 44. Pull out the seat belt and engage in belt buckle. The seat belt must not be twisted and must fit close against the body. The backrest must not be tilted back too far (maximum approx. 25°). To release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Seat position 3 46, Seat belts 3 53, Airbag system 3 57.
In brief Mirror adjustment 9 Exterior mirrors Steering wheel adjustment Select the relevant exterior mirror by switching the control to left mirror (L) or right mirror (R). Then adjust. Convex exterior mirrors 3 36, Electric adjustment 3 36, Folding exterior mirrors 3 36, Heated exterior mirrors 3 37. Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked. Do not adjust steering wheel unless vehicle is stationary and steering wheel lock has been released.
10 In brief Instrument panel overview
In brief 1 2 3 4 Power windows ..................... 39 Central locking system .......... 22 Exterior mirrors ..................... 36 Light switch ........................ 125 Headlight range adjustment ......................... 127 Front/rear fog lights ............ 131 5 6 Instrument illumination ....... 133 Side air vents ...................... 148 Turn and lane-change signals, headlight flash, low/high beam, high beam assist ................................... 131 Exit lighting .....................
12 In brief Exterior lighting Automatic light control AUTO = automatic light control: exterior lighting is switched on and off automatically m = activation or deactivation of the automatic light control = sidelights 8 = headlights 9 Fog lights > = front fog lights r = rear fog light Lighting 3 125.
In brief Hazard warning flashers Horn Washer and wiper systems Windscreen wiper Operated with the ¨ button. Hazard warning flashers 3 131. 13 Press j. 2 = fast 1 = slow P = interval wiping or automatic wiping with rain sensor § = off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down. Windscreen wiper 3 87, Wiper blade replacement 3 224.
14 In brief Windscreen and headlight washer Pull lever. Windscreen and headlight washer system 3 87, Washer fluid 3 221. Rear window wiper Rear window washer Press the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper: upper = continuous switch operation lower switch = intermittent operation middle posi‐ = off tion Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed on the rear window and the wiper wipes for a few strokes. Rear window wiper/washer 3 89.
In brief Climate control Heated rear window, heated exterior mirrors Heating is operated by pressing the Ü button. Heated rear window 3 41. 15 Demisting and defrosting the windows, air conditioning system Demisting and defrosting the windows, automatic climate control Press button V. Set temperature control to warmest level. Switch on heated rear window Ü. Air conditioning system 3 137. Press button V. Temperature and air distribution are set automatically and the fan runs at high speed.
16 In brief Transmission Automatic transmission Manual transmission Reverse: with the vehicle stationary, depress clutch pedal, press the release button on the selector lever and engage the gear. If the gear does not engage, set the lever to neutral, release the clutch pedal and depress again; then repeat gear selection. Manual transmission 3 164. Starting off Check before starting off P R N D = = = = park reverse neutral drive Manual mode: move selector lever from D to the left.
In brief Stop-start system Starting the engine ■ Ignition switch: turn key to position 2 power button: press Engine Start/Stop button for a few seconds until green LED lights up ■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock ■ operate clutch and brake ■ automatic transmission in P or N ■ do not operate accelerator pedal ■ ignition switch: turn key to position 3 and release 17 power button: press Engine Start/Stop button and release ■ engine starts after a short delay.
18 In brief Parking Caution To restart the engine, depress the clutch pedal again. Stop-start system 3 156. Do not park the vehicle on an easily ignitable surface. The high temperature of the exhaust system could ignite the surface. ■ Always apply the parking brake. Apply electric parking brake by pulling switch m for approx. one second. Activate the manual parking brake without pushing the release button. Apply as firmly as possible on a downhill slope or uphill slope.
Keys, doors and windows Keys, doors and windows Keys, locks Keys Replacement keys Keys, locks ................................... 19 Doors ........................................... 28 Vehicle security ............................ 32 Exterior mirrors ............................ 36 Interior mirrors ............................. 38 Windows ...................................... 38 Roof ............................................. 41 The key number is specified in the Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
20 Keys, doors and windows Car Pass The Car Pass contains security related vehicle data and should therefore be kept in a safe place. When the vehicle is taken to a workshop, this vehicle data is needed in order to perform certain operations. Radio remote control ■ Anti-theft alarm system 3 33 ■ Tailgate 3 28 ■ Power windows 3 39 ■ Sunroof 3 41 ■ Mirror folding 3 36 The remote control has an approximate range of up to 164 ft. It can be restricted by external influences.
Keys, doors and windows Radio remote control synchronisation Electronic key system After replacing the battery, unlock the door with the key in the driver's door lock. The radio remote control will be synchronised when you switch on the ignition. Handle with care, protect from moisture and high temperatures and avoid unnecessary operation. Note Do not put the electronic key in the load compartment or in front of the Info-Display.
22 Keys, doors and windows Fault If the central locking cannot be operated or the engine cannot be started, the cause may be one of the following: ■ Fault in electronic key ■ Electronic key out of reception range ■ Battery voltage too low, ■ Overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent intervals, the power supply is interrupted for a short time ■ Interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources. To rectify the cause of the fault, change the position of the electronic key.
Keys, doors and windows Remote control operation Unlocking Press button c. Unlocking mode can be set in the vehicle personalisation menu in the Colour-Info-Display. It can be configured as follows: ■ all doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap are unlocked by pressing button c once, or ■ only the driver's door, load compartment and fuel filler flap are unlocked by pressing button c once. To unlock all doors, press button c twice.
24 Keys, doors and windows Unlocking and opening the tailgate 4-door Saloon, Country Tourer, Sports Tourer with power tailgate Electronic key system operation The electronic key must be outside the vehicle, within a range of approx. one metre of the relevant door side. Unlocking Press button x when the ignition is off until tailgate opens automatically. The doors remain locked. Power tailgate 3 28. Confirmation Operation of central locking system is confirmed by the hazard warning flashers.
Keys, doors and windows Locking Press the button on any exterior door handle. All doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap are locked. The system only locks if ■ it has been more than 5 seconds since unlocking, or ■ twice unlocking presses have been within 5 seconds, or ■ any door has been opened and then all doors are closed.
26 Keys, doors and windows Fault in radio remote control unit or electronic key system Manual unlocking Manually unlock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock. Switch on the ignition and press the central locking button c to unlock all doors, load compartment and fuel filler flap. By switching on the ignition, the antitheft locking system is deactivated. Manual locking Manually lock the driver's door by turning the key in the lock.
Keys, doors and windows Colour-Info-Display 3 117. Vehicle personalisation 3 121. The setting can be saved for the remote control or electronic key being used 3 22. Passive locking In vehicles with electronic key system, this feature locks the vehicle automatically after several seconds if a electronic key previously was recognised inside the vehicle, all doors have then been closed and the electronic key does not remain in the interior.
28 Keys, doors and windows Doors Closing Load compartment Tailgate Opening 5-door Hatchback, Sports Tourer, Country Tourer Press button x on radio remote control until the tailgate is opened automatically, or press the button under the tailgate moulding after unlocking. Central locking system 3 22. After unlocking, press the button under the tailgate moulding and open the tailgate manually. 4-door Saloon Use the interior handle.
Keys, doors and windows Power tailgate 9 Warning Take care when operating the power tailgate. Risk of injury, particularly to children. Keep a close watch on the movable tailgate when operating. Ensure that nothing becomes trapped during operating and no one is standing within the moving area. The power tailgate is operated by: ■ Radio remote control button x ■ Switch G in the door panel of the driver's door ■ Touchpad switch and button G in the tailgate.
30 Keys, doors and windows Operation with switches in the tailgate To open the tailgate, press the touchpad switch under the tailgate moulding until the tailgate starts to move. Operation modes The power tailgate has three modes of operation, which are controlled by the switch in the driver's door. To change the mode, turn the switch: To close, press button G in the open tailgate until the tailgate starts to move.
Keys, doors and windows Adjust reduced opening height in intermediate mode 1. Turn operation mode switch to 3/4. 2. Open power tailgate with any operation switch. 3. Stop movement at the desired height by pressing any operation switch. If required, manually move the stopped tailgate to the desired position. 4. Press and hold the button on the inside of the open tailgate for 3 seconds. Note Adjusting opening height should be programmed at ground level.
32 Keys, doors and windows smelled, could enter the vehicle. This can cause unconsciousness and even death. Caution Before opening the tailgate, check overhead obstructions, such as a garage door, to avoid damage to the tailgate. Always check the moving area above and behind the tailgate. Note Power tailgate: If the lifters of the open tailgate lose pressure, the tailgate falls a bit and will then be stopped by the system. Following the tailgate will be power opened and closed.
Keys, doors and windows Activating Radio remote control or electronic key: press e twice within 5 seconds. Anti-theft alarm system The anti-theft alarm system is operated in conjunction with the central locking system. It monitors: ■ Doors, tailgate, bonnet ■ Passenger compartment including adjoining load compartment ■ Vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised ■ Ignition Activation All doors must be closed and the electronic key must not remain in the vehicle. Otherwise the system cannot be activated.
34 Keys, doors and windows Switch off the monitoring of passenger compartment and vehicle inclination when animals are being left in the vehicle, because of high volume ultrasonic signals or movements triggering the alarm. Also switch off when the vehicle is on a ferry or train. 1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows and sunroof. 2. Press button o. LED in the button o illuminates for a maximum of 10 minutes. 3. Close doors. 4. Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
Keys, doors and windows Alarm When triggered, the alarm sounds via a separate battery-backed power sounder, and the hazard warning lights flash simultaneously. The number and duration of alarm signals are stipulated by legislation. The anti-theft alarm system can be deactivated only by pressing the button c or by pressing the switch on the door handle (electronic key system) or switching on the ignition.
36 Keys, doors and windows Exterior mirrors In position o no mirror is selected. Convex shape Folding mirrors Electric folding The convex exterior mirror contains an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate distances. Electric adjustment For pedestrian safety, the exterior mirrors will swing out of their normal mounting position if they are struck with sufficient force.
Keys, doors and windows Folding mirrors with remote control This function is only available if the vehicle is equipped with electrical seat memory. This function can be activated or deactivated in the Vehicle personalisation. Select the relevant setting in Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. Colour-Info-Display 3 117. Vehicle personalisation 3 121. The settings are automatically stored for the key being used 3 22.
38 Keys, doors and windows Interior mirrors Automatic anti-dazzle Windows Windscreen Manual anti-dazzle Heat-reflecting windscreen The heat-reflecting windscreen has a coating which reflects solar radiation. Also data signals, e.g. from toll stations, might be reflected. To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing. Dazzling by following vehicles at night is automatically reduced by dimming the interior mirror.
Keys, doors and windows Windscreen stickers Retained power off 3 154. Do not attach stickers such as toll road stickers or similar on the windscreen in the area of the interior mirror. Otherwise the detection zone of the sensor and the view area of the camera in the mirror housing could be restricted. If the window glass encounters resistance above the middle of the window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened again.
40 Keys, doors and windows Overload Child safety system for rear windows If the windows are repeatedly operated within short intervals, the window operation is disabled for some time. Initialising the power windows Press switch z to deactivate rear door power windows; the LED illuminates. To activate, press z again. Comfort operating with the remote control The windows can be operated remotely from outside the vehicle.
Keys, doors and windows Heated rear window If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed when driving. Roller blinds To reduce sunlight at the rear seats, pull the blind upwards using the grip and engage it at the top of the door frame. Operated by pressing the Ü button. The LED in the button indicates activation. Heating works with the engine running and is switched off automatically after a short time.
42 Keys, doors and windows Sunroof, 5-door Hatchback/ 4-door Saloon Raise or close Press switch q or r: sunroof is raised or closed automatically with safety function 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 sliding. When the sunroof is open, the sunblind is always open.
Keys, doors and windows sunroof closes without safety function enabled. To stop movement, release the switch. Comfort closing with the remote control The sunroof can be closed remotely from outside the vehicle. Close or open the sunblind by pressing switch H or G. General hints Safety function If the sunroof or sunblind encounters resistance during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened again.
44 Seats, restraints Seats, restraints Head restraints ............................ 44 Front seats ................................... 46 Rear seats ................................... 53 Seat belts ..................................... 53 Airbag system .............................. 57 Child restraints ............................. 63 Head restraints Adjustment Head restraints on front seats Position 9 Warning Only drive with the head restraint set to the proper position.
Seats, restraints Horizontal adjustment Head restraints on rear seats Pull bolster of head restraint forwards slowly. It engages in several positions. To return to its rearmost position, pull fully forwards and release. Height adjustment Pull the head restraint upwards and let engage. To move downwards, press the catch to release and push the head restraint downwards. Active head restraints In the event of a rear-end impact, the front parts of the active head restraints are moved slightly forwards.
46 Seats, restraints Front seats Seat position 9 Warning Only drive with the seat correctly adjusted. ■ Sit with buttocks as far back against the backrest as possible. Adjust the distance between the seat and the pedals so that legs are slightly angled when pressing the pedals. Slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible. ■ Sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible. Set the backrest rake so that it is possible to easily reach the steering wheel with arms slightly bent.
Seats, restraints Seat positioning Seat backrests Seat height Pull handle, slide seat, release handle. Pull lever, adjust inclination and release lever. Allow the backrest to engage audibly.
48 Seats, restraints Seat inclination Lumbar support Adjustable thigh support Lever pumping motion up = front end higher down = front end lower Adjust lumbar support using the fourway switch to suit personal requirements. Moving support up and down: push switch up or down. Increasing and decreasing support: push switch forwards or backwards. Pull the lever and slide the thigh support.
Seats, restraints Power seat adjustment 9 Warning Move front of switch forwards/ backwards. Seat inclination Seat height Care must be taken when operating the power seats. There is a risk of injury, particularly for children. Objects could become trapped. Keep a close watch on the seats when adjusting them. Vehicle passengers should be informed accordingly. Move front of switch upwards/ downwards. Seat positioning Move switch upwards/downwards.
50 Seats, restraints Seat backrests Lumbar support Adjustable thigh support Turn switch forwards/backwards. Adjust lumbar support using the fourway switch to suit personal requirements. Moving support up and down: push switch up or down. Increasing and decreasing support: push switch forwards or backwards. Pull the lever and slide the thigh support. Memory function for power seat adjustment and exterior mirrors Two different driver's seat and exterior mirror settings can be stored.
Seats, restraints Recall of memory positions Press and hold button 1 or 2 until the stored seat and exterior mirror positions have been reached. Releasing the button during seat movement cancels the recall. Storing memory positions by buttons 1 and 2 ■ Adjust driver's seat and then adjust exterior mirrors to desired positions. ■ Press and hold button MEM and button 1 at the same time until a beep sounds. ■ Repeat the steps for a second driver using button 2.
52 Seats, restraints Safety function If the driver's seat encounters resistance during movement, the recall may stop. After removing the obstruction, press and hold the appropriate power seat position button for the memory item for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again. If the recall does not operate, consult a workshop. Overload If the seat setting is electrically overloaded, the power supply is automatically cut-off for a short time.
Seats, restraints Ventilating Rear seats 53 Seat belts Armrest Adjust ventilation to the desired setting by pressing button A for the respective seat one or more times. The control indicator in the button indicates the setting. Ventilated seats are operational when engine is running and during an Autostop. Stop-start system 3 156. Fold armrest down. The armrest contains cupholders and a storage box.
54 Seats, restraints Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. Child restraint system 3 63. Periodically check all parts of the belt system for damage, pollution and proper functionality. Have damaged components replaced. After an accident, have the belts and triggered belt pretensioners replaced by a workshop. Note Make sure that the belts are not damaged by shoes or sharp-edged objects or trapped. Prevent dirt from getting into the belt retractors.
Seats, restraints Insignia VXR Loose or bulky clothing prevents the belt from fitting snugly. Do not place objects such as handbags or mobile phones between the belt and your body. 9 Warning The belt must not rest against hard or fragile objects in the pockets of your clothing. Seat belt reminder X, k 3 103. Feed seat belt through belt mount on backrest when fastening seat belt. Height adjustment 1. Pull belt out slightly. 2. Press button. 3. Adjust height and engage.
56 Seats, restraints Removing Adjust the height so that the belt lies across the shoulder. It must not lie across the throat or upper arm. Do not adjust while driving. To release belt, press red button on belt buckle. Insignia VXR Feed seat belt through belt mount on backrest after releasing. Seat belts on the rear seats The seat belt for the rear centre seat can only be withdrawn from the retractor if the backrest is in the rear position.
Seats, restraints Airbag system The airbag system consists of a number of individual systems depending on the scope of equipment. When triggered the airbags inflate within milliseconds. They also deflate so quickly that it is often unnoticeable during the collision. 9 Warning If handled improperly the airbag systems can be triggered in an explosive manner. Note The airbag systems and belt pretensioner control electronics are located in the centre console area. Do not put any magnetic objects in this area.
58 Seats, restraints sous peine d'infliger des BLESSURES GRAVES, voire MORTELLES à l'ENFANT. ES: NUNCA utilice un sistema de retención infantil orientado hacia atrás en un asiento protegido por un AIRBAG FRONTAL ACTIVO. Peligro de MUERTE o LESIONES GRAVES para el NIÑO. RU: ЗАПРЕЩАЕТСЯ устанавливать детское удерживающее устройство лицом назад на сиденье автомобиля, оборудованном фронтальной подушкой безопасности, если ПОДУШКА НЕ ОТКЛЮЧЕНА! Это может привести к СМЕРТИ или СЕРЬЕЗНЫМ ТРАВМАМ РЕБЕНКА.
Seats, restraints TR: Arkaya bakan bir çocuk emniyet sistemini KESİNLİKLE önünde bir AKTİF HAVA YASTIĞI ile korunmakta olan bir koltukta kullanmayınız. ÇOCUK ÖLEBİLİR veya AĞIR ŞEKİLDE YARALANABİLİR. UK: НІКОЛИ не використовуйте систему безпеки для дітей, що встановлюється обличчям назад, на сидінні з УВІМКНЕНОЮ ПОДУШКОЮ БЕЗПЕКИ, інакше це може призвести до СМЕРТІ чи СЕРЙОЗНОГО ТРАВМУВАННЯ ДИТИНИ.
60 Seats, restraints AKTĪVU DROŠĪBAS SPILVENU, jo pretējā gadījumā BĒRNS var gūt SMAGAS TRAUMAS vai IET BOJĀ. ET: ÄRGE kasutage tahapoole suunatud lapseturvaistet istmel, mille ees on AKTIIVSE TURVAPADJAGA kaitstud iste, sest see võib põhjustada LAPSE SURMA või TÕSISE VIGASTUSE. MT: QATT tuża trażżin għat-tfal li jħares lejn in-naħa ta’ wara fuq sit protett b’AIRBAG ATTIV quddiemu; dan jista’ jikkawża l-MEWT jew ĠRIEĦI SERJI lit-TFAL. Beyond the warning required by ECE R94.
Seats, restraints Side airbag system 61 Curtain airbag system The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each side. This can be identified by the word AIRBAG on the roof pillars. The curtain airbag system is triggered in the event of a side-on impact of a certain severity. The ignition must be switched on. The side airbag system consists of an airbag in each front seat backrest and in the rear outboard seat backrests. This can be identified by the word AIRBAG.
62 Seats, restraints 9 Warning Keep the area in which the airbag inflates clear of obstructions. The hooks on the handles in the roof frame are only suitable for hanging up light articles of clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these clothes. Airbag deactivation Front airbag and side airbag systems for the front passenger seat must be deactivated if a child restraint system is to be fitted on this seat.
Seats, restraints Status remains until the next change. Control indicator for airbag deactivation 3 104. As long as the control indicator * is not illuminated, the airbag systems for the front passenger seat will inflate in the event of a collision. If both control indicators are illuminated simultaneously, there is a system failure. The status of the system is not discernible, therefore no person is allowed to occupy the front passenger seat. Contact a workshop immediately.
64 Seats, restraints deactivated; if not, the triggering of the airbags poses a risk of fatal injury to the child. This is especially the case if rearfacing child restraint systems are used on the front passenger seat. Airbag deactivation 3 62. Airbag label 3 57. Selecting the right system The rear seats are the most convenient location to fasten a child restraint system. Children should travel facing rearwards in the vehicle as long as possible.
Seats, restraints 65 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. 10 months X U1 U U Group 0+: up to 13 kg or approx. 2 years X U1 U U Group I: 9 to 18 kg or approx. 8 months to 4 years X U1 U U Group II: 15 to 25 kg or approx.
66 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 E ISO/R1 X IL IL Group 0+: up to 13 kg E ISO/R1 X IL IL D ISO/R2 X IL IL C ISO/R3 X IL IL D ISO/R2 X IL IL C ISO/R3 X IL IL B ISO/F2 X IL, IUF IL, IUF B1 ISO/F2X X IL, IUF IL, IUF A ISO/F3 X IL, IUF IL, IUF Group II: 15 to 25 kg or approx.
Seats, restraints ISOFIX size class and seat device A – ISO/F3 B – ISO/F2 B1 – ISO/F2X C – ISO/R3 D – ISO/R2 E – ISO/R1 = = = = = = Forward-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. Forward-facing child restraint system for smaller children in the weight class 9 to 18 kg. Rear-facing child restraint system for children of maximum size in the weight class up to 18 kg.
68 Seats, restraints ISOFIX child restraint systems Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX child restraint systems to the ISOFIX mounting brackets. Specific vehicle ISOFIX child restraint system positions are marked in the table by IL 3 65. No more than two ISOFIX child restraint systems can be installed on the rear seats at the same time, though not right next to each other. ISOFIX mounting brackets are indicated by a logo ISOFIX on the backrest.
Storage Storage Storage compartments ................ 69 Load compartment ....................... 71 Roof rack system ......................... 82 Loading information ..................... 83 Storage compartments 9 Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in the storage compartments. Otherwise, the storage compartment lid could open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around in the event of hard braking, a sudden change in direction or an accident.
70 Storage Front storage Additional cupholders are located in the rear armrest. Fold down armrest. A storage box is located behind a cover below the climate controls. Press cover to open. Another storage compartment is located next to the steering wheel.
Storage Armrest storage Storage in the rear armrest Storage in the front armrest Push button to fold up the armrest. Load compartment Folding down rear seat backrests Fold down armrest and open cover. Close cover before folding the armrest up. 71 The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts. Both parts can be folded down. Remove the load compartment cover if necessary. Press and hold the catch, then push the head restraints down. Fold up the rear armrest.
72 Storage Pull the release lever on one or both sides and fold down the backrests onto the seat cushion. The backrests are properly engaged when both red marks on the side near the release lever are no longer visible. To fold up, raise backrests and guide them into an upright position until they engage audibly. Ensure that the seat belts of the outboard seats are placed in the corresponding belt guides. 9 Warning Only drive the vehicle when the backrests are securely locked into position.
Storage 73 Load compartment cover Do not place any objects on the cover. 5-door Hatchback Removing cover Pull grip and open the cover. Suitable for loading long, narrow objects. Ensure the cover engages after folding up. The closed cover can be secured from inside the load compartment.
74 Storage Opening cover Removing cover Push down the handle at the end of the cover. It rolls up automatically. Open the load compartment cover. Pull the release lever on the right side up and hold it. Lift the cover first on the right side and remove from retainers. The removed cover can be stored under the load compartment floor 3 78. Pull cover from the side guides. Fitting cover Engage cover in side guides and fold downwards. Attach the retaining straps to the tailgate.
Storage Blind at the tailgate To cover the load compartment completely, mount the blind at four fixing points on the inside of the tailgate. Rear floor storage cover Sliding floor cover (FlexFloor) For a convenient setting of the load compartment, the floor cover can be pulled out. Pulling out the floor cover ■ Raise the floor at the handle slightly until the spring rolls pop-up on each side. ■ Press the button under the handle and pull out the floor cover until it engages.
76 Storage 9 Warning Lashing eyes Do not load or unload the compartment by using the sliding floor cover when the vehicle is parked on a slope, as the floor cover could run uncontrolled into the end positions. Lift the floor cover up or down only when unloaded. Danger of injury. ■ hooks, ■ service box, ■ strap set. The components are fitted in rails on both side panels using adapters and hooks. Installation of adapters in the rails The lashing eyes are designed to secure items against slippage, e.g.
Storage plate upwards to lock the adapter. To remove, turn the handle plate downwards and move out of the rail. 77 Net pocket Installation of hooks in the rails Insert adapters into the required position in the rails. The net pocket can be suspended from the adapters. Insert the hook in the desired position first into the upper groove of the rail and then press into the lower groove. To remove, first pull out of the upper groove.
78 Storage Strap set Service box Install two hooks in the upper rail. Insert the upper brackets of the box from above into the hooks. Alternatively install both hooks in the lower rail. Plug in the lower brackets of the box from above into the lower hooks. Insert the adapters of the strap set into a rail. Make sure that the belt is not twisted. The strap set has two locks to open. The belt can be tightened. Safety net Two different safety nets can be installed behind the front seats or rear seats.
Storage Safety net cassette behind the rear seats Safety net behind the front seats Push head restraints of the rear seats down and fold down rear seat backrests 3 71. Front installation openings in the roof frame: latch rod of the net at one side, compress rod and latch at the other side. 79 Fit the hooks of the small belts into the Top-Tether mounting loops on the back side of the folded rear seat backrests. Fit the hooks of the wider belts into the locking devices of the rear seat backrests.
80 Storage To unlock, turn cassette slightly backwards and remove it upwards from the retainers. Installation of the cassette Remove load compartment cover. Insert the cassette into the retainers on left and right side. Note the signs L (left side) and R (right side) on the cassette as an installation hint. Turn cassette slightly forwards to lock.
Storage Put the load compartment cover into the hollow with the upper side downwards and with the release lever in the front right edge. Sports Tourer, Country Tourer 81 First aid kit 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon Warning triangle 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon Stow the warning triangle in the space behind the straps on the inside of the tailgate. Stow the first aid kit in the space behind the mesh net on the left side of the load compartment.
82 Storage Sports Tourer, Country Tourer Roof rack system 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. Mounting points are located in each door frame of the vehicle body. Detach the cover from each mounting point and fasten the roof rack with the attached screws.
Storage Loading information ■ Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed against the seat backrests. Make sure that the backrests are securely engaged, i.e. no longer showing the red markings on the side near the release lever. If objects can be stacked, heavier objects should be placed at the bottom. ■ Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes 3 76. ■ Secure loose objects in the load compartment to prevent from sliding.
84 Storage the vehicle's higher centre of gravity. Distribute the load evenly and secure it properly with retaining straps. Adjust the tyre pressure and vehicle speed according to the load conditions. Check and retighten the straps frequently. Do not drive faster than 75 mph. The permissible roof load is 100 kg. The roof load is the combined weight of the roof rack and the load.
Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Controls 85 Steering wheel controls Steering wheel adjustment Controls ....................................... 85 Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 94 Information displays ................... 110 Vehicle messages ...................... 119 Vehicle personalisation .............. 121 Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel, then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked.
86 Instruments and controls Heated steering wheel Activate heating by pressing * button. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. Horn The recommended grip areas of the steering wheel are heated quicker and to a higher temperature than the other areas. Heating is operational when the engine is running and during an Autostop. Stop-start system 3 156. Press j.
Instruments and controls Windscreen wiper/washer Adjustable wiper interval Automatic wiping with rain sensor Wiper lever in position P. Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the desired wipe interval: short = turn adjuster wheel interval upwards long = turn adjuster wheel interval downwards P = automatic wiping with rain sensor 87 Windscreen wiper 2 1 P § = = = = fast slow interval wiping off For a single wipe when the windscreen wiper is off, press the lever down.
88 Instruments and controls Windscreen and headlight washer Adjustable sensitivity of the rain sensor Turn the adjuster wheel to adjust the sensitivity: low = turn adjuster wheel sensi‐ downwards tivity high = turn adjuster wheel sensi‐ upwards tivity Keep the sensor free from dust, dirt and ice. Rain sensor function can be activated or deactivated in the Vehicle personalisation. Select the relevant setting in Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. Colour-Info-Display 3 117.
Instruments and controls Rear window wiper/washer 89 The rear window washer system is deactivated when the fluid level is low. Outside temperature Push the rocker switch to activate the rear window wiper: upper posi‐ = continuous tion operation lower posi‐ = intermittent tion operation middle posi‐ = off tion Push lever. Washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear window and the wiper wipes a few times. Do not use if the rear window is frozen. Switch off in car washes.
90 Instruments and controls 4.2'' Display Operate the display by the buttons below the display. Press the ; button and then select the Settings icon by turning and pressing MENU button. Select Time menu page. If outside temperature drops to 3 °C, a warning message is displayed in the Driver Information Centre. 9 Warning The road surface may already be icy even though the display indicates a few degrees above 0 °C. Clock Date and time are shown in the Colour-Info-Display.
Instruments and controls In On - RDS Mode the RDS signal of most VHF transmitters automatically sets the time. RDS time synchronisation can take a few minutes. Some transmitters do not send a correct time signal. In such cases, it is recommended to switch off automatic time synchronisation. Select the Auto Set screen button at the bottom of the screen. Activate either On - RDS mode or Off - Manual mode. If Off - Manual mode is selected, adjust hours and minutes using hg screen buttons.
92 Instruments and controls Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 120 watts. More 12 Volt power outlets are located in the front and rear centre console. A 230 Volt power outlet is located in the rear centre console. If ignition is on and a device is plugged in, an LED in the outlet illuminates green. Do not exceed the maximum power consumption of 150 watts. 9 Danger Power outlet works under high electrical voltage! With ignition off the power outlets are deactivated.
Instruments and controls A portable ashtray can be placed in the cupholders.
94 Instruments and controls Warning lights, gauges and indicators Instrument cluster Depending on the version, three instrument clusters are available: ■ Baselevel ■ Midlevel ■ Uplevel Uplevel instrument cluster can be displayed as Sport mode or Tour mode.
Instruments and controls Baselevel instrument cluster 95
96 Instruments and controls Midlevel instrument cluster
Instruments and controls Uplevel instrument cluster, Sport mode 97
98 Instruments and controls Uplevel instrument cluster, Tour mode
Instruments and controls 99 Speedometer Odometer Trip odometer Indicates vehicle speed. The total recorded distance is displayed in miles. The recorded distance since the last reset is displayed on the trip computer page. Two trip odometer are selectable for different trips. Baselevel instrument cluster Select between page W1 and pageW2 by turning the adjuster wheel on turn signal lever.
100 Instruments and controls Midlevel and Uplevel instrument cluster Select page Trip A or Trip B in the Info page by pressing steering wheel button o. Each trip odometer can be reset separately when ignition is on: select respective page, press >. Confirm by pressing 9. General Trip odometer counts up to a distance of 2000 miles and then restarts at 0. Driver Information Centre 3 110. Tachometer Fuel gauge Displays the engine speed. Drive in a low engine speed range for each gear as much as possible.
Instruments and controls Because of the fuel remaining in the tank, the top-up quantity may be less than the specified tank capacity. Fuel selector As soon as the liquid gas tank is empty, petrol operation is automatically engaged until the ignition is switched off. After the engine is started, the LED 1 is sometimes off. If the LPG button is pressed twice in this situation, the LED 1 starts flashing. Fuel for liquid gas operation 3 205.
102 Instruments and controls On Baselevel display select the Settings Menu by pressing the MENU button on the turn signal lever. Turn the adjuster wheel to select the Remaining Oil Life page. The remaining oil life duration menu is displayed in the Driver Information Centre 3 110. On Midlevel and Uplevel display select Info Menu by pressing p on steering wheel. Press P to select Remaining Oil Life page. Remaining oil life duration is indicated in %.
Instruments and controls Control indicators The control indicators described are not present in all vehicles. The description applies to all instrument versions. Depending on the equipment, the position of the control indicators may vary. When the ignition is switched on, most control indicators will illuminate briefly as a functionality test.
104 Instruments and controls Illuminates green Seat occupied and the seat belt has been fastened. Illuminates grey Seat not occupied. Fastening the seat belt 3 54. Airbag and belt tensioners v illuminates red. When the ignition is switched on, the control indicator illuminates for approx. 4 seconds. If it does not illuminate, does not go out after 4 seconds or illuminates whilst driving, there is a fault in the airbag system. Seek the assistance of a workshop.
Instruments and controls Malfunction indicator light Z illuminates or flashes yellow. Illuminates when the ignition is switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts. Illuminates when the engine is running Fault in the emission control system. The permitted emission limits may be exceeded. Seek the assistance of a workshop immediately. Flashes when the engine is running Fault that could lead to catalytic converter damage. Ease up on the accelerator until the flashing stops.
106 Instruments and controls Flashes Electric parking brake is in service mode. Stop vehicle, apply and release the electric parking brake to reset. 9 Warning Have the cause of the fault remedied immediately by a workshop. Antilock brake system (ABS) u illuminates yellow. Illuminates for a few seconds after the ignition is switched on. The system is ready for operation when the control indicator extinguishes.
Instruments and controls or Interference due to external sources of ultrasound. Once the source of interference is removed, the system will operate normally. Have the cause of the fault in the system remedied by a workshop. Ultrasonic parking assist 3 189. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop. Flashes The system is actively engaged. Engine output may be reduced and the vehicle may be braked automatically to a small degree. Electronic Stability Control 3 169, Traction Control system 3 168.
108 Instruments and controls Flashes Fault in system or tyre without pressure sensor mounted (e.g. spare wheel). After 60-90 seconds the control indicator illuminates continuously. Consult a workshop. Engine oil pressure I illuminates red. Illuminates when the ignition is switched on and extinguishes shortly after the engine starts. Illuminates when the engine is running Caution Engine lubrication may be interrupted. This may result in damage to the engine and/or locking of the drive wheels. 1.
Instruments and controls Illuminated when high beam is on or during headlight flash 3 126. High beam assist l illuminates green. The high beam assist is activated, see adaptive forward lighting 3 128. Adaptive forward lighting f illuminates or flashes yellow. Illuminates Fault in the system. Seek the assistance of a workshop. Flashes System is switched to symmetrical low beam. Control indicator f flashes for approx.
110 Instruments and controls Illuminates green Speed limiter is active. Set speed is indicated near L symbol. Speed limiter 3 174. Traffic sign assistant L displays detected traffic signs as control indicator. Traffic sign assistant 3 200. Door open h illuminates red. A door or the tailgate is open. Information displays Baselevel display Driver Information Centre The Driver Information Centre (DIC) is located in the instrument cluster.
Instruments and controls Vehicle personalisation 3 121. Memorised settings 3 22. Selecting menus and functions The menus and functions can be selected via the buttons on the turn signal lever. Press the MENU button to switch between the main menus or to return from a submenu to the next higher menu level. Turn the adjuster wheel to select a subpage of the main menu or to set a numeric value. Press the SET/CLR button to select and confirm a function.
112 Instruments and controls Press p to open main menu page. Select a main menu page with Q or P. Confirm a main menu page with 9. Once a main menu page is selected, press Q or P to select subpages. Press q to open a next folder of the selected subpage. Press Q or P to select functions or to set a numeric value if required. Press 9 to select and confirm a function. If the Driver Information Centre (DIC) requests the driver to confirm a function or message by pressing H (Select), confirm by pressing 9.
Instruments and controls On Baselevel display, the pages "Remaining Oil Life ", "Tyre Pressure", "Traffic Sign Assistant" and "Following distance indication" are displayed in the Settings Menu X. Select by pressing Menu button. On Baselevel display, the pages "Top consumers", "Economy trend" and "Eco index" are displayed in the Eco Menu s. Select by pressing Menu button. Average consumption Display of average consumption. The measurement can be reset at any time and starts with a default value.
114 Instruments and controls Instantaneous consumption Display of the instantaneous consumption. On vehicles with LPG engines, instantaneous consumption is indicated for the currently selected mode, LPG or Gasoline. Remaining oil life Indicates an estimate of the oil's useful life. The number in % means the remaining of current oil life 3 101. Tire pressure Checks tyre pressure of all wheels during driving 3 243.
Instruments and controls Shift indication: On Baselevel display the current gear is indicated inside an arrow. The figure above recommends upshifting for fuel saving reasons. Blank page shows a blank page without any information. Performance Menu Performance menu is only viewable on Uplevel display. The following list contains all possible Performance Menu pages. Some may not be available for your particular vehicle.
116 Instruments and controls Turn the adjuster wheel or press Q or P to select a page and follow the instructions given in the submenus: ■ Units ■ Display themes ■ Info pages ■ Speed warning ■ Tyre loading ■ Software information Units Press > while units is displayed. Select imperial or metric units by pressing 9. Display themes Press > while display themes is displayed. Select Sport or Touring mode by pressing 9. Sport mode includes more vehicle information, Tour mode includes more media information.
Instruments and controls Colour-Info-Display 4.2'' Colour display The Colour-Info-Display is located in the instrument panel near the instrument cluster. Depending on the vehicle configuration the vehicle has a ■ 4.
118 Instruments and controls Button operation Press button X to switch on the display. Press button ; to display the homepage. Turn button MENU to select a menu display icon or a function. Press button MENU to confirm a selection. Turn button MENU to scroll a submenu list. Press button MENU to confirm a selection. Press button BACK to exit a menu without changing a setting. Press button ; to return to the homepage.
Instruments and controls Valet mode Some functions of the Driver Information Centre and the ColourInfo-Display can be limited for some drivers. Activation or deactivation of valet mode can be set in the menu Settings in the vehicle personalisation menu. Vehicle personalisation 3 121. For more information see Infotainment system manual. Vehicle messages Messages are indicated in the Driver Information Centre (DIC), in some cases together with a warning and signal buzzer.
120 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Instruments and controls Driver assistance systems Cruise control Speed limiter Adaptive cruise control Forward collision alert Collision imminent braking system Parking assist systems Lighting, bulb replacement Adaptive forward lighting Wiper/washer system Doors, windows Side blind spot alert Traffic sign assistant Lane departure warning Load compartment, boot lid Radio remote control Electronic key system Keyless starting Seat belts Airbag systems Engine a
Instruments and controls During an Autostop ■ If the driver's door is opened. Battery voltage When the vehicle battery voltage is running low, a warning message will appear in the Driver Information Centre. 1. Switch off any electrical consumers which are not required for a safe ride, e.g. seat heating, heated rear window or other main consumers. 2. Charge the vehicle battery by driving continuously for a while or by using a charging device.
122 Instruments and controls ■ Voice ■ Display ■ Rear Camera ■ Return to Factory Settings ■ Software Information ■ TouchPad In the corresponding submenus the following settings can be changed: Time and Date See Clock 3 90. Sport Mode The driver can select the functions which will be activated in Sport mode 3 170. ■ Sport Mode Backlighting: Changes the instrument illumination colour. ■ Engine Sport Performance: Accelerator pedal and gear change characteristics become more responsive.
Instruments and controls ■ Comfort and Convenience Chime Volume: Changes the volume of warning chimes. Personalisation by Driver: Activates or deactivates the personalisation function. Auto Memory Recall: Activates or deactivates the recall of memorised settings for power seat adjustment and exterior mirrors. Easy Exit Driver Seat: Activates or deactivates easy exit function of the power seat.
124 Instruments and controls Bluetooth See Infotainment system manual. Voice See Infotainment system manual. Display See Infotainment system manual. Rear Camera Guidance Lines: Activates or deactivates the guiding lines. Rear Park Assist Symbols: Activates or deactivates the rear park assist symbols. Return to Factory Settings Restore Vehicle Settings: Resets all settings to the default settings. Clear All Private Data: Deletes all private information from the vehicle.
Lighting Lighting Exterior lighting Light switch Exterior lighting .......................... 125 Interior lighting ........................... 133 Lighting features ........................ 134 Light switch with Automatic light control 125 Turn light switch: AUTO = automatic light control: exterior lighting is switched on and off automatically depending on external lighting conditions. m = activation or deactivation of the automatic light control. Switch turns back to AUTO.
126 Lighting the tailgate frame. They are illuminated when the tailgate is open. Additional tail lights are only intended as position lights when the tailgate is open and are not to be used when driving. Automatic light control Daytime running light 3 128. Automatic headlight activation During poor lighting conditions headlights are switched on. Furthermore headlights are switched on if the windscreen wipers have been activated for several wipes.
Lighting Activation If a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is on, the high beam assist will be deactivated. If a headlight flash is activated when the high beam is off, the high beam assist will remain activated. The latest setting of the high beam assist will be stored after the ignition is switched on again. 127 Headlight range adjustment Manual headlight range adjustment Headlight flash The high beam assist is activated by pushing the indicator lever twice with a speed above 25 mph.
128 Lighting Dynamic automatic headlight levelling 3 128. Headlights when driving abroad The asymmetrical headlight beam extends visibility at the edge of the road at the passenger side. However, when driving in countries where traffic drives on the opposite side of the road, adjust the headlights to prevent dazzling of oncoming traffic. Vehicles with halogen headlight system Have the headlights adjusted by a workshop.
Lighting Playstreet lighting Activated automatically at low speed up to approx. 20 mph. The light beam is turned at an angle of 8° to the roadside. Town lighting Activated automatically at a speed range between approx. 25 and 34 mph and when street lights are detected by the light sensor. The light range is reduced by an extended light distribution. Adverse weather lighting Activated automatically up to a speed of approx.
130 Lighting High Beam Assist This feature allows the high beam to function as the main driving light at night and when vehicle speed is faster than 25 mph. It switches automatically to low beam when: ■ the camera in the windscreen detects the lights of oncoming or preceding vehicles ■ the vehicle speed is slower than 12 mph ■ it is foggy or snowy ■ driving in urban areas If there are no restrictions detected, the system switches back to high beam.
Lighting Fault in Adaptive forward lighting system When the system detects a failure in the Adaptive forward lighting system, the system moves to a preset position to avoid dazzling of oncoming traffic. If this is not possible, the affected headlight will be automatically switched off. In any case, one headlight will stay on. A warning is displayed in the Driver Information Centre. In the event of an accident with airbag deployment the hazard warning flashers are activated automatically.
132 Lighting Light switch in position AUTO: switching on front fog lights will switch headlights on automatically. Parking lights Reversing lights The reversing light comes on when the ignition is on and reverse gear is selected. Rear fog lights 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. The mist disappears quickly by itself; to help switch on the headlights. Operated with the r button.
Lighting Interior lighting Instrument panel illumination control On vehicles with light sensor, the brightness can only be adjusted when the exterior lights are on and the light sensor detects night conditions. Interior lights During entry and exit of the vehicle, the front and rear courtesy lights automatically switch on and then off after a delay. Note In the event of an accident with airbag deployment the courtesy lights are turned on automatically.
134 Lighting Switch on reading lights by pressing < on the cover. Sunvisor lights Illuminates when the cover is opened. Lighting features Centre console lighting Spotlight incorporated in the interior lighting comes on when headlights are switched on. Entry lighting Welcome lighting On vehicles with panoramaroof rear interior lights are located near the rear handles.
Lighting Vehicle personalisation 3 121. The settings can be saved for the key being used 3 22. The following lights will additionally switch on when the driver's door is opened: ■ All switches ■ Driver Information Centre ■ Door pocket lights Exit lighting The following lights switch on if the key is removed from the ignition switch: ■ Interior lights ■ Instrument panel light ■ Puddle lights They will switch off automatically after a delay. This function works only in the dark.
136 Lighting ■ Auxiliary heater ■ Heated rear window and mirrors ■ Heated seats ■ Fan In the second stage a message which confirms the activation of the vehicle battery discharge protection will be displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Switching off electric lights To prevent discharge of the vehicle battery when the ignition is switched off, some interior lights are switched off automatically after some time.
Climate control Climate control Climate control systems Air conditioning system Climate control systems ............. 137 Air vents ..................................... 148 Maintenance .............................. 149 Controller and buttons for the following functions: ■ Temperature TEMP ■ Air distribution l M K ■ Fan speed Z ■ Cooling A/C ■ Air recirculation 4 ■ Demisting and defrosting V Heated rear window Ü 3 41. Heated seats ß 3 52. 137 Ventilated seats A 3 53. Heated steering wheel * 3 86.
138 Climate control Air distribution l M K Fan speed Z Cooling A/C Press button: l = to windscreen and front door windows M = to head area via adjustable air vents K = to foot well Adjust the air flow by turning the controller Z to the desired speed. J means fan off. Press button A/C to switch on cooling. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. Cooling is only functional when the engine is running and climate control fan is switched on. Press button A/C again to switch off cooling.
Climate control If no cooling or drying is required, switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. Activated cooling might inhibit Autostops. Stop-start system 3 156. Demisting and defrosting the windows V ■ Switch on heated rear window Ü. ■ Open side air vents as required and direct them towards the door windows. Note If the V button is pressed while the engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until the V button is pressed again.
140 Climate control Heated steering wheel * 3 86. Automatic mode AUTO Indication Controller and buttons for the following functions: ■ Temperature TEMP ■ Air distribution l M K ■ Fan speed Z ■ Automatic mode AUTO ■ Cooling A/C ■ Air recirculation 4 ■ Demisting and defrosting V ■ System ON/OFF X Heated rear window Ü 3 41. Heated front seats ß 3 52. Ventilated front seats A 3 53. Settings of temperature and fan speed are indicated in the climate display.
Climate control Setting of fan speed regulation in automatic mode can be changed in the vehicle personalisation menu in the Colour-Info-Display. Select the relevant setting in Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. Colour-Info-Display 3 117. Vehicle personalisation 3 121. Temperature preselection TEMP If the minimum temperature Lo is set, the climate control system runs at maximum cooling, if cooling A/C is switched on.
142 Climate control Manual settings Climate control system settings can be manually adapted by using the air distribution buttons and the fan speed controller as follows. Manual changing of settings will deactivate the automatic mode. To return to automatic mode: Press AUTO button. Cooling A/C Air distribution l, M, K Fan speed Z Turn controller Z. The selected fan speed is indicated by the number of segments in the climate display.
Climate control If no cooling or drying is required, switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. System ON/OFF X Cooling, fan and automatic mode can be switched off by pressing button X. When the system is deactivated, the LED in the button X is off. Activation by pressing button X or cooling button A/C or automatic mode button AUTO. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. Manual air recirculation 4 Press button 4 to activate air recirculation mode.
144 Climate control ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Automatic mode AUTO Cooling A/C Air recirculation 4 Demisting and defrosting V System ON/OFF X Dual zone temperature synchronisation SYNC Heated rear window Ü 3 41. Heated front seats ß 3 52. Ventilated front seats A 3 53. Heated steering wheel * 3 86. Indication Temperature settings are indicated for driver and passenger side separately on the panels. Each change of settings is shown in the Info-Display for a few seconds.
Climate control Temperature preselection SR If the minimum temperature Lo is set, the climate control system runs at maximum cooling, if cooling A/C is switched on. If the maximum temperature Hi is set, the climate control system runs at maximum heating. 145 Demisting and defrosting the windows V Note If AC is switched on, reducing the set cabin temperature can cause the engine to restart from an Autostop or inhibit an Autostop.
146 Climate control Setting of automatic rear window heating based on cool outside temperatures can be changed in the vehicle personalisation menu in the Colour-Info-Display. Select the relevant setting in Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display. Colour-Info-Display 3 117. Vehicle personalisation 3 121. Note If the V button is pressed while the engine is running, an Autostop will be inhibited until the V button is pressed again.
Climate control Cooling A/C If no cooling or drying is required, switch off the cooling system for fuel saving reasons. System ON/OFF X Cooling, fan and automatic mode can be switched off by pressing button X. When the system is deactivated, the LED in the button X is off. Activation by pressing button X or cooling button A/C or automatic mode button AUTO. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button. Press button A/C to switch on cooling. Activation is indicated by the LED in the button.
148 Climate control Select the relevant settings in Settings, I Vehicle in the Colour-InfoDisplay. Colour-Info-Display 3 117. Vehicle personalisation 3 121. Air vents Adjustable air vents Front air vents Auxiliary heater Air heater Quickheat is an electric auxiliary air heater which automatically warms up the passenger compartment more quickly. Direct the flow of air by tilting and swivelling the slats. To open the vent, turn the adjuster wheel to B.
Climate control Rear air vents Fixed air vents Additional air vents are located beneath the windscreen and door windows and in the foot wells. Air vents for rear passenger are in the centre console between the front seats. 9 Warning Do not attach any objects to the slats of the air vents. Risk of damage and injury in case of an accident. 149 Maintenance Air intake The air intake in front of the windscreen in the engine compartment must be kept clear to allow air intake.
150 Climate control Active carbon filter In addition to the particle filter, the active carbon filter reduces odours. Filter replacement must be carried out during a regular service. Air conditioning regular operation In order to ensure continuously efficient performance, it is recommended that air coditioning should be operated for a few minutes once a month, irrespective of the weather and time of year.
Driving and operating Driving and operating Driving hints Control of the vehicle Driving hints ............................... 151 Starting and operating ............... 152 Engine exhaust .......................... 159 Automatic transmission .............. 160 Manual transmission .................. 164 Drive systems ............................ 165 Brakes ........................................ 165 Ride control systems ................. 168 Driver assistance systems ......... 173 Fuel .................
152 Driving and operating Starting and operating Steering wheel lock Remove key from the ignition switch and turn steering wheel until it engages. New vehicle running-in Do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys. During the first drive, smoke may occur because of wax and oil evaporating off the exhaust system. Park the vehicle in the open for a while after the first drive and avoid inhaling the fumes.
Driving and operating Ignition on power mode: press and hold Engine Start/Stop button for 6 seconds without operating clutch or brake pedal. The green LED in the button illuminates, diesel engine is preheating. Control indicators light up and the most electrical functions are operable. Engine start: operate clutch pedal (manual transmission) or brake pedal (automatic transmission) and press Engine Start/Stop button once more. Release button after starting procedure begins.
154 Driving and operating For unlocking or locking the doors see fault in radio remote control unit or electronic key system 3 22.
Driving and operating Automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selector lever to P or N. Do not operate accelerator pedal. Press and release Engine Start/Stop button: an automatic procedure operates the starter with a short delay until the engine is running, see Automatic Starter Control. Before restarting or to switch off the engine, press Engine Start/Stop button once more. During an Autostop, the engine can be started by depressing the clutch pedal 3 156.
156 Driving and operating Stop-start system Deactivation The stop-start system helps to save fuel and to reduce the exhaust emissions. When conditions allow, it switches off the engine as soon as the vehicle is at a low speed or at a standstill, e.g. at a traffic light or in a traffic jam. It starts the engine automatically as soon as the clutch is depressed. A battery sensor ensures that an Autostop is only performed if the vehicle battery is sufficiently charged for a restart.
Driving and operating Caution The steering assist can be reduced during an Autostop. Conditions for an Autostop The stop-start system checks if each of the following conditions is fulfilled.
158 Driving and operating ■ The stop-start system is manually deactivated ■ the bonnet is opened ■ the driver's seat belt is unfastened and the driver's door is opened ■ the engine temperature is too low ■ the charging level of the vehicle battery is below a defined level ■ the brake vacuum is not sufficient ■ the vehicle is driven at least at walking speed ■ the climate control system requests an engine start ■ the air conditioning is manually switched on If the bonnet is not fully closed, a warning mess
Driving and operating Engine exhaust 9 Danger Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide, which is colourless and odourless and could be fatal if inhaled. If exhaust gases enter the interior of the vehicle, open the windows. Have the cause of the fault rectified by a workshop. Avoid driving with an open load compartment, otherwise exhaust gases could enter the vehicle. Diesel particle filter The diesel particle filter system filters harmful soot particles out of the exhaust gases.
160 Driving and operating Catalytic converter The catalytic converter reduces the amount of harmful substances in the exhaust gases. Caution Fuel grades other than those listed on pages 3 204, 3 272 could damage the catalytic converter or electronic components. Unburnt petrol will overheat and damage the catalytic converter. Therefore avoid excessive use of the starter, running the fuel tank dry and starting the engine by pushing or towing.
Driving and operating < = manual mode upshifting: move selector lever to position D to the left and tap forwards ] = manual mode downshifting: move selector lever to position D to the left and tap backwards The selector lever is locked in P and can only be moved when the ignition is on and the brake pedal is applied. To engage P or R, press the release button. The engine can only be started with lever in position P or N. When position N is selected, press brake pedal or apply parking brake before starting.
162 Driving and operating Tap selector lever forwards = shift to a higher gear backwards = shift to a lower gear. left paddle ] = pull briefly to shift one gear down, multiple pulls allows gears to be skipped. The selected gear is indicated in the instrument cluster. The selected gear is indicated in the instrument cluster. Steering wheel paddles Temporary manual mode in drive mode D Manual paddle shifting is also possible in automatic mode D.
Driving and operating ■ Special programmes automatically adapt the shifting points when driving up inclines or down hills. ■ When starting off in snowy or icy conditions or on other slippery surfaces, the electronic transmission control selects a higher gear automatically. Kickdown If the accelerator pedal is pressed down completely in automatic mode, the transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on engine speed.
164 Driving and operating 3. Insert a screwdriver into the opening as far as it will go and move the selector lever out of P or N. If P or N is engaged again, the selector lever will be locked in position again. Have the cause of the power supply interruption remedied by a workshop. 4. Mount the selector lever trim on the centre console and refit. Manual transmission Caution It is not advisable to drive with the hand resting on the selector lever.
Driving and operating Drive systems Brakes All-wheel drive The brake system comprises two independent brake circuits. If a brake circuit fails, the vehicle can still be braked using the other brake circuit. However, braking effect is achieved only when the brake pedal is depressed firmly. Considerably more force is needed for this. The braking distance is extended. Seek the assistance of a workshop before continuing your journey.
166 Driving and operating Parking brake Fault 9 Warning Electric parking brake 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. During hard braking, the vehicle can no longer be steered and may swerve. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.
Driving and operating Do not operate electric parking brake system too often without engine running as this will discharge the vehicle battery. Before leaving the vehicle, check the electric parking brake status. Control indicator m 3 105. Releasing Switch on ignition. Keep foot brake pedal depressed and then push switch m.
168 Driving and operating Operation of brake assist might become apparent by a pulse in the brake pedal and a greater resistance when depressing the brake pedal. Maintain steady pressure on the brake pedal as long as full braking is required. Maximum brake force is automatically reduced when brake pedal is released. Hill start assist The system helps prevent unintended movement when driving away on inclines.
Driving and operating press button b briefly to deactivate TC, k illuminates. Deactivation is displayed as status message in the Driver Information Centre. Control indicator k illuminates. TC is reactivated by pressing the b button again. TC is also reactivated the next time the ignition is switched on. Electronic Stability Control Electronic Stability Control (ESC) improves driving stability when necessary, regardless of the type of road surface or tyre grip.
170 Driving and operating Additionally the selected mode is displayed as status message in the Driver Information Centre. If the vehicle comes into threshold with deactivated ESP, the system will reactivate ESP for the time duration of the threshold, when the brake pedal is depressed once. ESC is reactivated by pressing the b button again. If the TC system was previously disabled, both TC and ESC are reactivated. ESC is also reactivated the next time the ignition is switched on.
Driving and operating ■ Shift points of automatic transmission occur later. ■ With SPORT mode activated, the illumination of main instruments changes from white to red. TOUR mode ■ Engine torque of All-wheel drive is distributed mainly to the front axle. ■ Shift points of automatic transmission occur in a comfort mode. ■ Illumination of main instruments is white. NORMAL mode All settings of the systems are adapted to standard values.
172 Driving and operating Flex Ride - VXR Version The VXR Version of Flex Ride system works in the same way as the standard Flex Ride system with the difference that the modes have a more sporty characteristic. VXR Flex Ride driving system allows the driver to select between three driving modes: ■ VXR mode: press button VXR, LED illuminates. ■ SPORT mode: press button SPORT, LED illuminates. ■ NORMAL mode: neither button SPORT nor VXR is pressed, no LED illuminates.
Driving and operating Driver assistance systems For safety reasons the cruise control cannot be activated until the foot brake has been operated once. Activating in first gear is not possible. 173 Activation 9 Warning Driver assistance systems are developed to support the driver and not to replace the driver's attention. The driver accepts full responsibility when driving the vehicle. When using driver assistance systems, always take care regarding the current traffic situation.
174 Driving and operating Increase speed With cruise control active, hold thumb wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn to RES/+ repeatedly: speed increases continuously or in small increments. Alternatively accelerate to the desired speed and store by turning to SET/-. Reduce speed With cruise control active, hold thumb wheel turned to SET/- or briefly turn to SET/- repeatedly: speed decreases continuously or in small increments.
Driving and operating Press button L. The control indicator L in the instrument cluster illuminates white. If cruise control or adaptive cruise control has been activated before, it is switched off when speed limiter is activated and the control indicator m extinguishes. Set speed limit With speed limiter active, hold thumb wheel turned to RES/+ or briefly turn to RES/+ repeatedly until the desired maximum speed is displayed in the Driver Information Centre.
176 Driving and operating to follow the vehicle in front, but will not exceed the set speed. It may apply limited braking with activated brake lights. The adaptive cruise control can store and maintain speeds over approx. 15 mph. If following a vehicle ahead driving slower than 15 mph the slower speed will be set. On vehicles with automatic transmission the system brakes to a stop.
Driving and operating 9 Warning The adaptive cruise control symbol, the following distance setting and set speed are indicated in the Driver Information Centre. The accelerator pedal can be released. Adaptive cruise control remains activated while gearshifting. Overriding set speed It is always possible to drive faster than the selected set speed by depressing the accelerator pedal. When the accelerator pedal is released, the vehicle returns to the desired distance if a slower vehicle is ahead.
178 Driving and operating pedal to a speed of 6 mph to resume full speed range adaptive cruise control. If the stopped vehicle ahead begins to move forward and full speed range adaptive cruise control has not resumed, the green illuminated vehicle ahead control indicator A will flash and a warning chime will sound as a reminder that the vehicle ahead is pulling away.
Driving and operating 9 Warning The driver accepts full responsibility for the appropriate following distance based on traffic, weather and visibility conditions. Following distance must be adjusted or the system switched off when required by the prevailing conditions. The selected following distance is indicated by filled distance bars in the adaptive cruise control page. Note that the following distance setting is shared with the sensitivity setting of forward collision alert 3 183.
180 Driving and operating ■ collision imminent braking is applying the brakes, ■ radar sensor is blocked by an ice or water film, ■ fault is detected in the radar, engine or brake system.
Driving and operating ■ Adaptive cruise control does not brake for pedestrians, animals, very slow speed driving or stopped vehicles. ■ Don't use adaptive cruise control when towing a trailer. Bends If the centrifugal force is too high in a bend, the system slows down the vehicle slightly. This braking level is not designed to avoid spinning-off the bend.
182 Driving and operating Hill and trailer considerations Radar unit consult a workshop to verify and correct the adaptive cruise control sensor position. Settings System performance on hills depends on vehicle speed, vehicle load, traffic conditions and the road gradient. It may not detect a vehicle in your path while driving on hills. On steep hills, you may have to use the accelerator pedal to maintain your vehicle speed. When going downhill you may have to brake to maintain or reduce your speed.
Driving and operating 183 on vehicles with no cruise control or traditional cruise control only 3 173. Forward collision alert based on radar system Vehicle messages 3 119. Forward collision alert The forward collision alert can help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. A vehicle ahead is indicated by a control indicator A. If a vehicle directly ahead is approached too quickly, a warning chime and alert in the Driver Information Centre is provided.
184 Driving and operating to a preceding moving vehicle gets too small or when approaching another vehicle too rapidly. Press button E, the current setting is shown in the Driver Information Centre. Press button E again to change the alert sensitivity. The setting is also displayed in the Driver Information Centre. Note that the alert timing sensitivity setting is shared with the following distance setting of the adaptive cruise control 3 175.
Driving and operating Forward collision alert based on front camera system Forward collision alert uses the front camera system in the windscreen to detect a vehicle directly ahead, in your path, within a distance of approx. 60 metres. 185 Press button V, the current setting is shown in the Driver Information Centre. Press button V again to change the alert sensitivity.
186 Driving and operating General information for both variants of forward collision alert 9 Warning Forward collision alert is just a warning system and does not apply the brakes. When approaching a vehicle ahead too rapidly, it may not provide you enough time to avoid a collision. The driver accepts full responsibility for the appropriate following distance based on traffic, weather and visibility conditions. The complete attention of the driver is always required while driving.
Driving and operating If Adaptive cruise control is active, this page shows the following distance setting instead 3 175. Active Emergency Braking Active emergency braking can help to reduce the damage from crashes with vehicles and obstacles directly ahead, when a collision can no longer be avoided either by manual braking or by steering. Before the active emergency braking applies, the driver is warned by the forward collision alert 3 183. The feature uses various inputs (e.g.
188 Driving and operating speed before a collision. It may not react for stopped vehicles, pedestrians or animals. After a sudden lane change, the system needs a certain time to detect the next preceding vehicle. The complete attention of the driver is always required while driving. The driver shall always be ready to take action and apply the brakes and steer to avoid collisions. The system is designed to work with all occupants wearing their seat belts.
Driving and operating Parking assist 9 Warning The driver bears full responsibility for the parking manoeuvre. Always check the surrounding area when driving backwards or forwards while using parking assist system. Front-rear parking assist The front-rear parking assist measures the distance between the vehicle and obstacles in front and behind the vehicle. The system gives acoustic signals and display messages. The system has four ultrasonic parking sensors each in the rear and front bumper.
190 Driving and operating The LED in the button will extinguish and Park Assist Off will be displayed in the Driver Information Centre. The system is automatically disabled above a certain speed. The distance to a front and rear obstacle is indicated by changing distance lines around the vehicle. The parking assist page in the display can be hidden by vehicle messages with a higher priority.
Driving and operating The system can only be activated at a speed up to 18 mph and the system searches for a parking slot at a speed up to 18 mph. The maximum allowed parallel distance between the vehicle and a row of parked cars is 1.8 metres. 191 a visual feedback and acoustic signals are given in the Driver Information Centre. If the driver does not stop the vehicle within 10 metres after a parking slot is proposed, the system starts to search for another suitable parking slot.
192 Driving and operating A successful parking manoeuvre is indicated by a confirmation symbol. Always pay attention to the sound of the front-rear parking assist. Continuous sound means that the distance to an obstacle is less than approx. 30 cm. Changing the parking side The system is configured to detect parking slots on the passenger side. To detect parking slots on the driver side, press button ( for approx. 2 seconds.
Driving and operating deactivated. Press button ( to activate the system and search for a new parking slot. Important hints for using the parking assist systems 9 Warning Under certain circumstances, various reflective surfaces on objects or clothing as well as external noise sources may cause the system to fail to detect obstacles. Special attention must be paid to low obstacles which can damage the lower part of the bumper. Caution Performance of the system can be reduced when sensors are covered, e.g.
194 Driving and operating 9 Warning Side blind spot alert does not replace driver vision. The system does not detect: ■ Vehicles outside the side blind zones which may be rapidly approaching. ■ Pedestrians, cyclists or animals. Before changing a lane, always check all mirrors, look over the shoulder and use the turn signal.
Driving and operating exterior mirror and extends rearwards by approx. 3 metres. The height of the zone is approx. between 0.5 metres and 2 metres off the ground. The system is deactivated if the vehicle is towing a trailer. Side blind spot alert is designed to ignore stationary objects such as guardrails, posts, curbs, walls and beams. Parked vehicles or oncoming vehicles are not detected. Fault Occasional missed alerts can occur under normal circumstances.
196 Driving and operating Detection zones The system sensors cover a zone of approx. 3.5 metres parallel on both vehicle sides and approx. 3 metres rearwards on side blind zone alert (A) and approx. 70 metres rearwards on lane change alert (B) on parallel lanes. The zones start at each exterior mirror. The height of the zone is approx. between 0.5 metres and 2 metres off the ground.
Driving and operating 9 Warning The rear view camera does not replace driver vision. Note that objects that are outside the camera's field of view and the advanced parking assist sensors, e.g. below the bumper or underneath the vehicle, are not displayed. Do not reverse the vehicle by only looking at the Info-Display and check the surrounding behind and around the vehicle before reversing. Activation Rear view camera is automatically activated when reverse gear is engaged.
198 Driving and operating Warning symbols Warning symbols are indicated as triangles 9 on the picture which show obstacles detected by the rear sensors of the advanced parking assist. Additionally 9 appears on the top line of the Info-Display with the warning to check the vehicle surrounding. Deactivation Trajectory lane of the vehicle is shown in accordance with the steering angle. The function can be deactivated in the vehicle personalisation menu in the Colour-Info-Display.
Driving and operating Furthermore three beeps will sound from the speaker on the respective side. Pedestrians, children or animals are not detected. Do not reverse the vehicle by only looking at the Info-Display and check the surrounding behind and around the vehicle before reversing. Activation Rear cross traffic alert is automatically activated together with the rear view camera when reverse gear is engaged. Detection zones The radar distance sensors are located sideways in the rear bumper.
200 Driving and operating ■ the vehicle had a rear end accident, ■ there are extreme temperature changes. Traffic sign assistant Functionality The traffic sign assistant system detects designated traffic signs via a front camera and displays them in the Driver Information Centre.
Driving and operating 201 The content of the traffic sign page is also reset during driving by pressing the SET/CLR button on the turn signal lever or 9 on right steering wheel button for a longer time. On Baselevel display, select Settings X with the Menu button and select Traffic sign detection entry via the adjuster wheel on the turn signal lever 3 110. On Midlevel and Uplevel display select Info menu with the right steering wheel buttons and press P to select Traffic sign detection 3 110.
202 Driving and operating When the setting page is displayed, select Off or set alerts I to deactivate pop-up function. Reactivate by selecting On or alerts J. When switching on the ignition, popup function is deactivated. Pop-up indication is displayed for approx. 8 seconds in the Driver Information Centre. Fault The pop-up function can be deactivated on the traffic sign page by pressing the SET/CLR button on the turn signal lever or 9 button on the steering wheel. Illustration shows baselevel DIC.
Driving and operating ■ traffic signs are incorrectly mounted or damaged ■ traffic signs do not comply with the Vienna Convention on traffic signs (Wiener Übereinkommen über Straßenverkehrszeichen) Caution The system is intended to help the driver within a defined speed range to discern certain traffic signs. Do not ignore traffic signs which are not displayed by the system. The system does not discern any other than the conventional traffic signs that might give or end a speed limit.
204 Driving and operating When the system recognises an unintended lane change, the control indicator ) changes to yellow and flashes. Simultaneously a chime sound is activated. Deactivation The system is deactivated by pressing ) button; the LED in the button extinguishes. At speeds below 35 mph the system is inoperable. Fault The lane departure warning system may not operate properly when: ■ the windscreen is not clean ■ there are adverse environmental conditions, e.g.
Driving and operating Caution Caution Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 228 or E DIN 51626-1 or equivalent can lead to deposits or engine damage and may affect your warranty. Use of fuel that does not comply to EN 590 or similar can lead to engine powerloss, increased wear or engine damage and may affect your warranty. Caution Use of fuel with too low an octane rating could lead to uncontrolled combustion and engine damage. Fuel for diesel engines Only use diesel fuel that complies with EN 590.
206 Driving and operating Press the LPG button to switch between petrol and liquid gas operation as soon as the required parameters (coolant temperature, gas temperature and minimum engine speed) have been reached. The requirements are usually fulfilled after around 60 seconds (depending on exterior temperature) and the first firm press on the accelerator. The LED status shows the current operating mode.
Driving and operating Refuelling 207 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. Turn the thumb wheel clockwise. If no further gas odour is perceptible when the manual shut-off valve is closed, the vehicle can be used in petrol mode. If the gas odour persists, do not start the engine. Have the cause of the fault remedied by a workshop.
208 Driving and operating Liquid gas refuelling Follow the operating and safety instructions of the filling station when refuelling. The filling valve for the liquid gas is behind the fuel filler cap. The fuel filler flap can only be opened if the vehicle is unlocked. Release the fuel filler flap by pushing the flap. To open, turn the cap slowly to the left. Petrol and Diesel refuelling To open, turn the cap slowly to the left.
Driving and operating Screw the required adapter handtight onto the filler neck. ACME Adapter: Screw the nut of the filling nozzle onto the adapter. Press locking lever on filler nozzle down. DISH (Italy) filler neck: Place the filler nozzle into the adapter. Press locking lever on filler nozzle down. Bayonet filler neck: Place filler nozzle on the adapter and turn to the left or right through one quarter turn. Pull locking lever of filler nozzle fully.
210 Driving and operating 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 and Ethanol-engined vehicles have special fuel filler caps.
Driving and operating General information The official fuel consumption and specific CO2 emission figures quoted relate to the EU base model with standard equipment. Fuel consumption data and CO2 emission data are determined according to regulation R (EC) No. 715/2007 (in the version respectively applicable), taking into consideration the vehicle weight in running order, as specified by the regulation.
212 Driving and operating Trailer towing Trailer loads The permissible trailer loads are vehicle and engine-dependent maximum values which must not be exceeded. The actual trailer load is the difference between the actual gross weight of the trailer and the actual coupling socket load with the trailer coupled. The permissible trailer loads are specified in the vehicle documents. In general, they are valid for gradients up to max. 12 %.
Driving and operating 213 Stow/hide coupling ball bar 9 Warning Make sure that no one is in the pivot zone of the coupling ball bar. Risk of body injury. When releasing the stowed coupling ball bar, make sure to stand left of the grip. Release stowed coupling ball bar A buzzing tone sounds as a warning when the release handle is pulled out and the ball neck is disengaged. Take the released coupling ball bar and raise it up until it engages.
214 Driving and operating With the flat of the hand, swivel the released coupling ball bar to the right until it engages under the floor. Make sure that the release handle is back in its hidden initial position, otherwise the buzzing tone will not stop. 9 Warning A buzzing tone sounds as a warning when the release handle is pulled out and the ball neck is disengaged. Towing a trailer is permitted only when the coupling ball bar is fitted correctly.
Vehicle care Vehicle care General Information ................... 215 Vehicle checks ........................... 216 Bulb replacement ....................... 225 Electrical system ........................ 235 Vehicle tools .............................. 241 Wheels and tyres ....................... 242 Jump starting ............................. 255 Towing ....................................... 257 Appearance care .......................
216 Vehicle care ■ Open bonnet, close all doors and lock the vehicle. ■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm system. website, where legally required. Only entrust this work to an authorised recycling centre. Gas vehicles must be recycled by a service centre authorised for gas vehicles.
Vehicle care Engine oil 9 Danger The ignition system and Xenon headlights use extremely high voltage. Do not touch. Bonnet Opening Move the safety catch sideways to the left vehicle side and open the bonnet. The bonnet is held open automatically. Air intake 3 149. If the bonnet is opened during an Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons. Stop-start system 3 156. Pull the release lever and return it to its original position.
218 Vehicle care When the engine oil level has dropped to the MIN mark, top up engine oil. Different dipsticks are used depending on engine variant. The engine oil level must not exceed the MAX mark on the dipstick. We recommend the use of the same grade of engine oil that was used at last change. Caution Overfilled engine oil must be drained or suctioned out. Capacities 3 285, Engine oil quality/ viscosity 3 265. Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Vehicle care Automatic transmission fluid Caution Extremely small amounts of contamination can cause automatic transmission damage and cause it to not work properly. Do not allow contaminates to contact the fluid side of the reservoir cap or from entering the reservoir. 219 Automatic transmission fluid level normally does not have to be checked. To check the fluid level seek the assistance of a workshop. Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze protection down to approx. -28 °C.
220 Vehicle care On another version the filling line mark is inside the filler opening. To check open the cap. Additional cooling circuit for Turbo engine Coolant container is fixed at the air cleaner housing. General 9 Warning Allow the engine to cool before opening the cap. Carefully open the cap, relieving the pressure slowly. To top up use a 1:1 mixture of released coolant concentrate mixed with clean tap water. If no coolant concentrate is available, use clean tap water. Install the cap tightly.
Vehicle care Washer fluid 221 Brakes In the event of minimum thickness of the brake lining, a squealing noise sounds during braking. Continued driving is possible but have the brake lining replaced as soon as possible. Once new brake linings are installed, do not brake unnecessarily hard for the first few journeys. Brake fluid Fill with clean water mixed with a suitable quantity of windscreen washer fluid which contains antifreeze.
222 Vehicle care The vehicle battery is maintenancefree provided that the driving profile allows sufficient charging of the battery. Short-distance-driving and frequent engine starts can discharge the battery. Avoid the use of unnecessary electrical consumers. The anti-theft alarm siren must be deactivated as follows: Switch the ignition on then off, disconnect the vehicle's battery within 15 seconds. Battery discharge protection 3 135.
Vehicle care An AGM battery can be identified by the label on the battery. We recommend the use of an original Vauxhall battery. Warning label Note Using an AGM battery different from the original Vauxhall battery might result in a lower performance of the stop-start system. We recommend that you have the vehicle battery replaced by a workshop. Stop-start system 3 156. Charging the vehicle battery 9 Warning On vehicles with stop-start system, ensure that the charging potential does not exceed 14.
224 Vehicle care Wiper blade replacement Wiper blade on the rear window Wiper blades on the windscreen Lift the wiper arm and open the retaining clip. Disengage the wiper blade and remove. Attach the wiper blade slightly angled to the wiper arm and push until it engages. Lower wiper arm carefully. Lift the wiper arm. Press the two catches on the arm, disengage the wiper blade and remove. Attach the wiper blade slightly angled to the wiper arm and push until it engages. Lower wiper arm carefully.
Vehicle care Bulb replacement 225 Halogen headlights Bi-Halogen Headlight (1) Bi-Halogen Headlight (1) with one bulb for low and high beam. Sidelight/Daytime running light (2). Front turn signal light (3) On left vehicle side pull filling pipe out of the windscreen washer fluid container. Switch off the ignition and switch off the relevant switch or close the doors. Only hold a new bulb at the base. Do not touch the bulb glass with bare hands. Use only the same bulb type for replacement.
226 Vehicle care 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. Sidelight/Daytime running light (2) 1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and remove it. 3. Disengage the bulb holder from the plug connector by bending apart slightly the retaining lug. 4. Replace the bulb and connect with the plug. 5. Insert the bulb holder, engaging the two lugs into the reflector and rotate clockwise to secure. 6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise. 1.
Vehicle care 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling. 4. Replace and insert new bulb into socket. 5. Insert the bulb socket into the housing and let engage. 6. Fit the cap and rotate clockwise. 227 1. Rotate bulb socket anti-clockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb socket from the housing. Sidelight/Daytime running light with LEDs 2. Press snap-in tongues together and move socket out of the housing. On another version sidelight and daytime running lights are designed as LEDs.
228 Vehicle care Xenon headlights Corner lighting 9 Danger 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. Adaptive forward lighting system uses Xenon headlights. Xenon headlights work under extremely high electrical voltage. Do not touch. Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. Bulbs for front turn signal and corner lighting can be changed. Sidelight/Daytime running lights are designed as Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) and cannot be changed. 1.
Vehicle care Front turn signal 2. Rotate the bulb holder anticlockwise to disengage. Withdraw the bulb holder from the reflector. 229 Sidelight/Daytime running light Sidelight and daytime running lights are designed as LEDs. In case of failure, have LEDs replaced by a workshop. Fog lights The bulbs are accessible from the underside of the vehicle. 1. Rotate the cap anticlockwise and remove it. 3. Disengage the bulb holder from the plug connector by unlatching and pulling. 4.
230 Vehicle care Tail lights 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon 2. Disengage the bulb socket from the plug connector by pressing the retaining lug. 3. Remove and replace the bulb socket with bulb and attach the plug connector. 4. Insert the bulb socket into the reflector and turn clockwise to engage. 2. Unscrew three plastic securing nuts from the inside by hand. 1. Remove cover from the inside of the load compartment.
Vehicle care 3. Carefully withdraw the light assembly from the recesses and remove. 231 failure, have LEDs replaced by a workshop. 5. Insert bulb holder into the tail light assembly and turn clockwise. Fit light assembly with the retaining pins into the recesses of the vehicle body and tighten the securing nuts from the inside of the load compartment. Close cover. Sports Tourer/Country Tourer 2. Unscrew three plastic securing nuts by hand. 4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove.
232 Vehicle care 3. Carefully withdraw the light assembly from the recesses and remove. pins into the recesses of the tailgate and tighten the securing nuts from the inside of the tailgate. Close cover. Additional tail lights in the tailgate frame 1. Open tailgate. 3. Press out lamp housing from the inside of the side trim panel. 4. Turn bulb holder anticlockwise and remove. Replace bulb by withdrawing: Reverse light 1 Turn signal light 2 Tail light, brake light and rear fog light are designed as LEDs.
Vehicle care 5. Push bulb into socket slightly, rotate anti-clockwise, remove and renew bulb. Insert plastic nut into bulb holder by rotating clockwise. Tail light (1) Turn signal light (2) 6. Insert bulb holder into the tailgate frame. Close cover in the side trim panel. Side turn signal lights To replace bulb, remove lamp housing: 233 4. Insert bulb holder and turn clockwise. 5. Insert left end of the lamp, slide to the left and insert right end. Number plate light 2.
234 Vehicle care 4. Pull bulb from bulb holder and replace it. 5. Insert bulb holder into lamp housing and turn clockwise. 6. Insert lamp into bumper and let engage. Interior lights Courtesy light, reading lights Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. 2. Remove lamp downwards, taking care not to pull on the cable. Load compartment light 2. Press bulb slightly towards spring clip and remove. 3. Insert new bulb. 4. Install lamp. Instrument panel illumination Have bulbs replaced by a workshop. 3.
Vehicle care Electrical system Depending on the type of fuse, a blown fuse can be recognized by its melted wire. Do not replace the fuse until the cause of the fault has been remedied. Some functions are protected by several fuses. Fuses may also be inserted without existence of a function. Fuses Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse.
236 Vehicle care Engine compartment fuse box Place the fuse extractor on the various types of fuse from the top or side, and withdraw fuse. The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment. Disengage the cover, lift it upwards and remove.
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Vehicle care In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behind a cover in the glovebox. Open the glovebox and remove the cover. 239 No. Circuit No.
240 Vehicle care Load compartment fuse box The fuse box is on the left side of the load compartment behind a cover. Remove the cover. No.
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242 Vehicle care Vehicles with spare wheel Wheels and tyres Tyre condition, wheel condition Drive over edges slowly and at right angles if possible. Driving over sharp edges can cause tyre and wheel damage. Do not trap tyres on the kerb when parking. Regularly check the wheels for damage. Seek the assistance of a workshop in the event of damage or unusual wear.
Vehicle care Tyre pressure 3 286. The tyre and loading information label on the left door frame indicates the original equipment tyres and the correspondent tyre pressures. The tyre pressure data refers to cold tyres. It applies to summer and winter tyres. Always inflate the spare tyre to the pressure specified for full load. The ECO tyre pressure serves to achieve the smallest amount of fuel consumption possible.
244 Vehicle care Caution Tyre pressure monitoring system warns just about low tyre pressure condition and does not replace regular tyre maintenance by the driver. All wheels must be equipped with pressure sensors and the tyres must have the prescribed pressure. Note In countries where the tyre pressure monitoring system is legally required, the use of wheels without pressure sensors will invalidate the vehicle type approval.
Vehicle care The use of commercially available liquid tyre repair kits can impair the function of the system. Factory approved repair kits can be used. External high-power radio equipment could disrupt the tyre pressure monitoring system. Each time the tyres are replaced tyre pressure monitoring system sensors must be dismounted and serviced. For the screwed sensor replace valve core and sealing ring, for clipped sensor replace complete valve stem.
246 Vehicle care For safety reasons, it is recommended that the tread depth of the tyres on one axle should not vary by more than 2 mm. Tyres age, even if they are not used. We recommend tyre replacement every 6 years. Changing tyre and wheel size If tyres of a different size than those fitted at the factory are used, it may be necessary to reprogramme the speedometer as well as the nominal tyre pressure and make other vehicle modifications.
Vehicle care To assemble first adjust the wheel cap in order that the positioning leg fits into the recess. Tyre chains Tyre chains are only permitted on the front wheels. Always use fine mesh chains that add no more than 10 mm to the tyre tread and the inboard sides (including chain lock). 9 Warning Damage may lead to tyre blowout.
248 Vehicle care 1. Take the tyre repair kit from the compartment. 2. Remove the compressor. 3. Remove the electrical connection cable and air hose from the stowage compartments on the underside of the compressor. 4. Screw the compressor air hose to the connection on the sealant bottle. 5. Fit the sealant bottle into the retainer on the compressor. Set the compressor near the tyre in such a way that the sealant bottle is upright. 6. Unscrew valve cap from defective tyre. 7.
Vehicle care 10. Set the rocker switch on the compressor to I. The tyre is filled with sealant. 11. The compressor pressure gauge briefly indicates up to 6 bar whilst the sealant bottle is emptying (approx. 30 seconds). Then the pressure starts to drop. 12. All of the sealant is pumped into the tyre. Then the tyre is inflated. 13. The prescribed tyre pressure should be obtained within 10 minutes. Tyre pressure 3 286. When the correct pressure is obtained, switch off the compressor.
250 Vehicle care If tyre pressure is more than 1.3 bar, set it to the correct value. Repeat the procedure until there is no more loss of pressure. If the tyre pressure has fallen below 1.3 bar, the vehicle must not be used. Seek the assistance of a workshop. 18. Stow away tyre repair kit in load compartment. Note The driving characteristics of the repaired tyre is severely affected, therefore have this tyre replaced.
Vehicle care ■ Do not start the vehicle when it is raised on the jack. ■ Clean wheel nuts and thread with a clean cloth before mounting the wheel. 251 Alloy wheels: Disengage wheel nut caps with a screwdriver and remove. To protect the wheel, place a soft cloth between the screwdriver and the alloy wheel. 9 Warning Do not grease wheel bolt, wheel nut and wheel nut cone. 3. Some versions may have covered the vehicle jacking point. Pull out the cover sideways. 1.
252 Vehicle care 4. Ensure the jack is correctly positioned under the relevant vehicle jacking point. 5. Set the jack to the necessary height. Position it directly below the jacking point in a manner that prevents it from slipping. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Attach wheel wrench and with the jack correctly aligned rotate wheel wrench until wheel is clear of the ground. Unscrew the wheel nuts. Change the wheel. Spare wheel 3 253. Screw on the wheel nuts. Lower vehicle.
Vehicle care Jacking position for lifting platform 253 The spare wheel has a steel rim. Caution The use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres could affect driveability. Have the defective tyre replaced as soon as possible. Front arm position of the lifting platform at the underbody. Rear arm position of the lifting platform at the underbody. Spare wheel Some vehicles are equipped with a tyre repair kit instead of a spare wheel.
254 Vehicle care 2. The spare wheel is secured with a wing nut. Turn wing nut anticlockwise and remove the spare wheel. Under the spare wheel there is the box with vehicle tools. 3. When, after a wheel change, no wheel is placed in the spare wheel well, secure the tool box by turning right back the wing nut and close the floor cover. Stowing the replaced full size wheel in the spare wheel well The spare wheel well is not designed for all permitted tyre sizes.
Vehicle care 9 Warning Storing a jack, a wheel or other equipment in the load compartment could cause injury if they are not fixed properly. During a sudden stop or a collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store wheel, jack and tools always in the original storage location and secure them by fixing. Temporary spare wheel Caution The use of a spare wheel that is smaller than the other wheels or in combination with winter tyres could affect driveability.
256 Vehicle care ■ Never expose the vehicle battery to naked flames or sparks. ■ A discharged vehicle battery can already freeze at a temperature of 0 °C. Defrost the frozen battery before connecting jump leads. ■ Wear eye protection and protective clothing when handling a battery. ■ Use a booster battery with the same voltage (12 Volts). Its capacity (Ah) must not be much less than that of the discharged vehicle battery.
Vehicle care far away from the discharged battery as possible, however at least 60 cm. Route the leads so that they cannot catch on rotating parts in the engine compartment. To start the engine: 1. Start the engine of the vehicle providing the jump. 2. After 5 minutes, start the other engine. Start attempts should be made for no longer than 15 seconds at an interval of 1 minute. 3. Allow both engines to idle for approx. 3 minutes with the leads connected. 4. Switch on electrical consumers (e.g.
258 Vehicle care Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. VXR: insert screwdriver in the slot at the upper bend of the cap. Release the cap by carefully moving the screwdriver downwards. To prevent damage it is recommended to place a cloth between the screwdriver and the frame. The towing eye is stowed with the vehicle tools 3 241. Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position.
Vehicle care Vehicles with automatic transmission and All-wheel drive: The vehicle must be towed facing forwards. If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the maximum speed is 30 mph and for a maximum of 30 miles. If the front axle has been raised, the maximum speed is 30 mph. There is no distance limitation. Seek the assistance of a workshop. After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
260 Vehicle care Caution Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily. Excessive tractive force can damage the vehicle. After towing, unscrew the towing eye. Screw in the towing eye as far as it will go until it stops in a horizontal position. The lashing eye at the rear underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye. Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow rod – to the towing eye. The towing eye must only be used for towing and not for recovering a vehicle.
Vehicle care If using a vehicle wash, comply with the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiper and rear window wiper must be switched off. Remove antenna and external accessories such as roof racks etc. If you wash your vehicle by hand, make sure that the insides of the wheel housings are also thoroughly rinsed out. Wax painted parts of the vehicle regularly. Clean edges and folds on opened doors and the bonnet as well as the areas they cover.
262 Vehicle care Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel cleaner. Rims are painted and can be treated with the same agents as the body. Paintwork damage Rectify minor paintwork damage with a touch-up pen before rust forms. Have more extensive damage or rust areas repaired by a workshop. Underbody Some areas of the vehicle underbody have a PVC undercoating while other critical areas have a durable protective wax coating. After the underbody is washed, check the underbody and have it waxed if necessary.
Vehicle care Plastic and rubber parts Plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with the same cleaner as used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any other agent. Avoid solvents and petrol in particular. Do not use highpressure jet cleaners.
264 Service and maintenance Service and maintenance General information ................... 264 Recommended fluids, lubricants and parts .................................... 265 General information Service information In order to ensure economical and safe vehicle operation and to maintain the value of your vehicle, it is of vital importance that all maintenance work is carried out at the proper intervals as specified.
Service and maintenance Make sure that the Service and Warranty Booklet is completed correctly as continuous proof of service is essential if any warranty or goodwill claims are to be met, and is also a benefit when selling the vehicle. Service interval with remaining engine oil life duration The service interval is based on several parameters depending on usage. The service display lets you know when to change the engine oil. Service display 3 101.
266 Service and maintenance Select the appropriate engine oil based on its quality and on the minimum ambient temperature 3 269. Additional engine oil additives The use of additional engine oil additives could cause damage and invalidate the warranty. Engine oil viscosity grades The SAE viscosity grade gives information of the thickness of the oil. Multigrade oil is indicated by two figures, e.g. SAE 5W-30.
Technical data Technical data Vehicle identification .................. 267 Vehicle data ............................... 269 Vehicle identification 267 Identification plate Vehicle Identification Number The identification label is located on the front left door frame. The Vehicle Identification Number is visible through the windscreen.
268 Technical data Information on identification plate: 1 = Manufacturer 2 = Type approval number 3 = Vehicle Identification Number 4 = Permissible gross vehicle weight rating in kg 5 = Permissible gross train weight in kg 6 = Maximum permissible front axle load in kg 7 = Maximum permissible rear axle load in kg 8 = Vehicle-specific or countryspecific data, e.g. MY = Model year The combined total of front and rear axle loads must not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight.
Technical data 269 Vehicle data Recommended fluids and lubricants European service schedule Required engine oil quality All European countries (except Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey) Engine oil quality Only Israel Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) 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.
270 Technical data International service schedule Required engine oil quality All countries outside Europe except Israel Engine oil quality Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines dexos 1 ✔ – – – dexos 2 – ✔ ✔ ✔ In case dexos quality is unavailable you may use the oil qualities listed below: All countries outside Europe except Israel Engine oil quality Only Belarus, Moldova, Russi
Technical data All countries outside Europe except Israel Engine oil quality Petrol engines Diesel engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) 271 Only Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Petrol engines (including CNG, LPG, E85) Diesel engines ACEA A3/B3 ✔ – ✔ – ACEA A3/B4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ACEA C3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ API SM ✔ – ✔ – API SN resource conserving ✔ – ✔ – Engine oil viscosity grades All countries outside Europe (except Israel), including Belarus, Moldova, Russia, Turkey Ambient temperature Petrol an
272 Technical data Engine data Sales designation 1.4 1.4 LPG 1.6 1.
Technical data 5) 6) 273 Possible only if high engine load, full load or driving in mountainous terrain with a caravan/trailer or high payload is avoided. Maximum value. Sales designation 2.0 CDTI 2.0 CDTI ecoFLEX ecoFLEX 2.0 CDTI 2.
274 Technical data Performance 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon B14NET B14NET LPG A16XHT A18XER A20NHT A20NHT AWD7) A28NER Manual transmission 127 121 137 127 155 155 1559)/168 Automatic transmission – – 130 – 152 152 1559)/165 Engine Maximum 7) 8) 9) speed8) [mph] All wheel drive 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. Limited speed.
Technical data A20DTH Engine A20DTH A20DTR 275 A20DTR AWD7) AWD7) Maximum speed8) [mph] Manual transmission 137 133 143 – Automatic transmission 130 130 143 140 7) 8) All wheel drive 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.
276 Technical data A20DTL Engine Maximum A20DT A20DTE A20DTE ecoFLEX 88kW ecoFLEX 103kW speed8)[mph] Manual transmission 115 124 118 124 Automatic transmission – 123 – – 8) 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.
Technical data 277 Country Tourer A20NHT A20DTH A20DTR AWD7) AWD7) AWD7) Manual transmission 146 127 – Automatic transmission 143 124 130 Engine Maximum speed8) [mph] 7) 8) All wheel drive 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.
278 Technical data Vehicle weight Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 4-door Saloon Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission [kg] B14NET10) 1513 – B14NET LPG 1581 – A16XHT – 1613 A16XHT10) 1571 – A18XER 1513 – A20NHT – 1613 A20NHT10) 1614 – A20NHT - All-wheel drive – 1788 A20NHT - All-wheel drive10) 1733 – A28NER - All-wheel drive 1810 1835
Technical data 4-door Saloon Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission [kg] A20DTL 1613 – A20DTE ecoFLEX10) 1613 – A20DT 1613 1623 1613 1623 1623 – – 1788 1733 – A20DTR – 1664 A20DTR10) 1664 – A20DTR - All-wheel drive – 1788 A20DTH A20DTH 10) A20DTH - All-wheel drive A20DTH - All-wheel 10) With stop-start function.
280 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment 5-door Hatchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission [kg] B14NET10) 1553 – B14NET LPG 1581 – A16XHT – 1613 A16XHT10) 1613 – A18XER 1513 – A20NHT – 1664 A20NHT10) 1613 – – 1788 1788 – 1825 1843 A20NHT - All-wheel drive A20NHT - All-wheel drive10) A28NER - All-wheel drive
Technical data 5-door Hatchback Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission [kg] A20DTL 1613 – A20DTE ecoFLEX10) 1613 – A20DT 1613 1613 1623 1623 1623 – – 1788 1788 – A20DTR – 1701 A20DTR10) 1664 – A20DTR - All-wheel drive – 1816 A20DTH A20DTH 10) A20DTH - All-wheel drive A20DTH - All-wheel 10) With stop-start function.
282 Technical data Kerb weight, basic model without any optional equipment Sports Tourer/Country Tourer Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission [kg] B14NET10) 1623 – B14NET LPG 1674 – A16XHT – 1701 A16XHT10) 1664 – A18XER 1613 – A20NHT – 1733 A20NHT10) 1701 – – 1843 1843 – 1940 1953 A20NHT - All-wheel drive A20NHT - All-wheel drive10) A28NER - All-wheel drive
Technical data Sports Tourer/Country Tourer Engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission [kg] A20DTL 1701 – A20DTE ecoFLEX10) 1733 – A20DT 1701 1733 1733 1733 1743 – – 1843 1843 – A20DTR – 1733 A20DTR10) 1733 – A20DTR - All-wheel drive – 1843 A20DTH A20DTH 10) A20DTH - All-wheel drive A20DTH - All-wheel 10) drive10) With stop-start function. Optional equipment and accessories increase the kerb weight. Loading information 3 83.
284 Technical data Vehicle dimensions 4-door Saloon 5-door Hatchback Sports Tourer Country Tourer Length [mm] 4842 4842 4913 4920 Width without exterior mirrors [mm] 1856 1856 1856 1856 Width with two exterior mirrors [mm] 2084 2084 2084 2084 Height (without antenna) [mm] 1484 1484 1514 1525 Vehicle height - Rear compartment open [mm] 1830 2175 2184 2195 Length of load compartment floor [mm] 1003 1003 1086 1086 Length of load compartment with folded rear seats [mm] 1895 1895
Technical data Capacities Engine oil Engine B14NET B14NET LPG A16XHT A18XER A20NHT A28NER including Filter [l] 4.0 4.0 5.5 4.5 6.0 6.3 between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 Engine A20DTL A20DTE A20DT A20DTH A20DTR including Filter [l] 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 between MIN and MAX [l] 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.
286 Technical data Tyre pressures Tyre pressures differ depending on the model variant. The order of the listed car models is as follows: ■ Vehicles with Front-wheel drive: 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon ■ Vehicles with Front-wheel drive: Sports Tourer ■ Vehicles with All-wheel drive: 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon ■ Vehicles with All-wheel drive: Sports Tourer ■ Vehicles with All-wheel drive: Country Tourer Refer to the table header to find the correct tyre pressure for your model.
Technical data 287 Tyre pressures for vehicles with Front-wheel drive 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon Engine B14NET, B14NET LPG, A18XER Tyres 205/60 R16, Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 220/2.2 (32) 200/2.0 (29) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 220/2.2 (32) 200/2.0 (29) 300/3.
288 Engine A16XHT Technical data Tyres 225/55 R17, 225/50 R17, 225/45 R18, 235/45 R18, 245/45 R18, 245/40 R19, 245/35 R20 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 230/2.3 (33) 280/2.
Technical data Engine A20NHT 289 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 240/2.4 (35) 220/2.2 (32) 300/3.0 (43) 300/3.0 (43) 250/2.5 (36) 300/3.0 (43) 240/2.4 (35) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 250/2.5 (36) 300/3.0 (43) 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.
290 Engine A20DTL Technical data Tyres 225/50 R17, 225/45 R18, 205/60 R16, 215/60 R16, 235/45 R18, 245/45 R18, 245/40 R19, 245/35 R20, 225/55 R17 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 220/2.2 (32) 200/2.0 (29) 280/2.8 (41) 280/2.8 (41) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.
Technical data Engine A20DT, A20DTE ecoFLEX Tyres 215/60 R16, 225/50 R17, 225/45 R18, 205/60 R16, 235/45 R18, 245/45 R18, 245/40 R19, 225/55 R17, 245/35 R20 291 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 230/2.3 (33) 280/2.
292 Engine A20DTH Technical data Tyres 215/60 R16, Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 240/2.4 (35) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 240/2.4 (35) 290/2.9 (42) 220/2.2 (32) 200/2.0 (29) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 240/2.4 (35) 290/2.
Technical data Engine A20DTH ecoFLEX 293 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 240/2.4 (35) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 240/2.4 (35) 290/2.9 (42) 225/55 R17, 220/2.2 (32) 200/2.0 (29) 300/3.0 (43) 300/3.0 (43) 240/2.4 (35) 290/2.9 (42) 235/45 R18, 220/2.2 (32) 200/2.0 (29) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.
294 Technical data Engine A20DTH with Sport chassis and Brembo brake 18'' Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) 225/55 R17 220/2.
Technical data Engine A20DTR with Sport chassis and Brembo brake 18'' 295 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.
296 Technical data Sports Tourer Engine B14NET, B14NET LPG, A18XER Tyres 205/60 R16, Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 220/2.2 (32) 240/2.4 (34) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (41) 220/2.2 (32) 290/2.9 (42) 220/2.2 (32) 240/2.4 (34) 300/3.0 (43) 300/3.0 (43) 220/2.2 (32) 290/2.
Technical data 297 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 230/2.3 (33) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 230/2.3 (33) 300/3.0 (43) 225/45 R18 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 280/2.8 (40) 320/3.2 (46) A20NHT with Sport 245/40R19 chassis and Brembo brake 18'' 235/45R18, 230/2.
298 Engine A16XHT, A20DTL, A20DT, A20DTE ecoFLEX Technical data Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 220/2.2 (32) 240/2.4 (34) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 230/2.3 (33) 300/3.0 (43) 225/50 R17, 220/2.2 (32) 240/2.4 (34) 300/3.0 (43) 300/3.0 (43) 230/2.3 (33) 300/3.0 (43) 225/45 R18 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.
Technical data Engine A20DTH 299 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 230/2.3 (33) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 230/2.3 (33) 300/3.0 (43) 225/50 R17 230/2.3 (33) 250/2.5 (36) 300/3.0 (43) 300/3.0 (43) 230/2.3 (33) 300/3.0 (43) 225/45 R18 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.
300 Engine Technical data Tyres A20DTH with Sport 245/40R19 chassis and Brembo brake 18'' 235/45R18, Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) 230/2.
Technical data 301 Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 225/45 R18 260/2.6 (38) 280/2.8 (41) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) A20DTR with Sport 245/40R19 chassis and Brembo brake 18'' 235/45R18, 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 250/2.
302 Technical data Tyre pressures for vehicles with All-wheel drive 5-door Hatchback/4-door Saloon Engine Tyres Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) A20NHT 225/50 R17, front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 250/2.5 (36) 230/2.3 (33) 290/2.9 (42) 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.7 (39) 300/3.0 (43) 230/2.3 (33) 210/2.1 (30) 270/2.7 (39) 260/2.6 (38) 250/2.5 (36) 290/2.
Technical data Engine Tyres Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) A20NHT with Sport chassis and Brembo brake 18'' front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) 240/2.4 (35) 220/2.
304 Technical data Engine Tyres Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) A20DTH with Sport chassis and Brembo brake 18'' front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) 250/2.5(36) 230/2.
Technical data Engine Tyres Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear [kPa/bar] [kPa/bar] ([psi]) ([psi]) A20DTR with Sport chassis and Brembo brake 18'' front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 245/40R19 230/2.3 (33) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 300/3.0 (43) 235/45R18, 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) 270/2.7 (39) 250/2.
306 Technical data Sports Tourer Engine A20NHT, A20DTH, A20DTR Tyres 225/55 R17, Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 230/2.3 (33) 300/3.0 (43) 250/2.5 (36) 250/2.5 (36) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 260/2.6 (38) 320/3.2 (46) 225/45 R18 270/2.7 (39) 270/2.
Technical data Engine A28 NER Tyres 235/45 R18, Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 260/2.6 (38) 230/2.3 (33) 300/3.0 (43) 320/3.2 (46) 270/2.7 (39) 320/3.2 (46) 245/40 R19, 255/35 R20 All 307 Temporary spare 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.2 (61) – wheel – 420/4.2 (61) 420/4.
308 Technical data Country Tourer Engine A20NHT, A20DTH, A20DTR Tyres 225/55 R17, Comfort with up to 3 people ECO with up to 3 people With full load front rear front rear front rear [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) [kPa/bar] ([psi]) 220/2.2 (32) 220/2.2 (32) 270/2.7 (39) 290/2.9 (42) 220/2.2 (32) 290/2.
Customer information Customer information Customer information ................ 310 Vehicle data recording and pri‐ vacy ...........................................
310 Customer information Customer information Declaration of conformity This vehicle has systems that transmit and/or receive radio waves subject to Directive 1999/5/EC. These systems are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Copies of the original Declarations of Conformity can be obtained on our website.
Customer information Radar systems Country-specific Declarations of Conformity for radar systems are shown on the following page: 311
312 Customer information
Customer information Vehicle data recording and privacy Event data recorders Data storage modules in the vehicle A large number of electronic components of your vehicle contain data storage modules temporarily or permanently storing technical data about the condition of the vehicle, events and errors. In general, this technical information documents the condition of parts, modules, systems or the environment: ■ Operating conditions of system components (e.g.
314 Customer information Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tyre pressure monitoring and ignition system security. It is also used in connection with conveniences such as radio remote controls for door locking/unlocking and starting, and invehicle transmitters for garage door openers. RFID technology in Vauxhall vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other Vauxhall system containing personal information.
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316 Index A Accessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 215 Active Emergency Braking......... 187 Active head restraints................... 45 Adaptive cruise control....... 109, 175 Adaptive forward lighting ... 109, 128 Adjustable air vents ................... 148 Airbag and belt tensioners ......... 104 Airbag deactivation .............. 62, 104 Airbag label................................... 57 Airbag system .............................. 57 Air conditioning regular operation ...
317 Child locks ................................... 27 Child restraint installation locations ................................... 65 Child restraints.............................. 63 Child restraint systems ................ 63 Climate control ............................. 15 Climate control systems............. 137 Clock............................................. 90 Colour-Info-Display..................... 117 Control indicators........................ 103 Control of the vehicle .................
318 G Gauges......................................... 99 Gear shifting............................... 106 General information ................... 211 Glovebox ..................................... 69 H Halogen headlights .................... 225 Hand brake......................... 165, 166 Hazard warning flashers ............ 131 Headlight flash ........................... 127 Headlight range adjustment ...... 127 Headlights...................................
319 Parking brake ............................ 166 Parking lights ............................. 132 Performance .............................. 274 Performing work ........................ 216 Pollen filter ................................. 149 Power button.............................. 152 Power outlets ............................... 91 Power seat adjustment................. 49 Power steering fluid.................... 220 Power windows ............................ 39 Preheating ............................
320 Transmission ............................... 16 Transmission display ................. 160 Tread depth ............................... 245 Trip odometer .............................. 99 Turn and lane-change signals ... 131 Turn signal ................................. 103 Tyre chains ................................ 247 Tyre designations ...................... 242 Tyre pressure ............................ 242 Tyre pressure monitoring system............................. 107, 243 Tyre pressures ........