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Accessories, parts replacement and
modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Accessories and spare parts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Technical modifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Roof aerial*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Mobile telephones and two-way radios . . . . . . . . 190
Fitting a towing bracket*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Checking and refilling levels  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Refuelling  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
LPG system*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Petrol  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Diesel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Working in the engine compartment  . . . . . . . . . . 199
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Coolant  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Washer fluid and windscreen wiper blades  . . . . 208
Brake fluid  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Vehicle battery  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Wheels  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
If and when  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Vehicle tools, spare wheel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Wheel change  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Tyre repair kit (Tyre-Mobility-System)*  . . . . . . . . . 227
Fuses  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Bulb change  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Single headlight bulb change  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Double headlight bulb change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Changing the bulbs of AFS headlights  . . . . . . . . 240
Changing the fog light bulbs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Changing the rear lights (on the wing)  . . . . . . . . 242
Changing the rear lights (on the tailgate)  . . . . . . 243
Side turn signal bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Number plate light  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Interior light and front reading lights  . . . . . . . . . 245
Additional brake lights*  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Luggage compartment light  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246 Jump-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Towing and tow-starting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Technical Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Description of specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Important information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Information on fuel consumption  . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Towing a trailer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Wheels  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Technical specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Checking fluid levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Petrol engine 1.2 51 kW (70 PS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Petrol engine 1.4 63 kW (85 PS)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Petrol engine 1.2 TSI 77 kW (105 PS)  . . . . . . . . . 259
Petrol engine 1.2 TSI 77 kW (105 PS) Start-Stop 260
Petrol engine 1.4 TSI 110 kW (150 PS)  . . . . . . . . 261
Diesel engine 1.2 TDI CR 55 kW (75 PS) DPF
Start-Stop Ecomotive  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Diesel engine 1.2 TDI CR 55 kW (75 PS) DPF . . . . 263
Diesel engine 1.6 TDI CR 66 kW (90 PS) DPF . . . . 264
Diesel engine 1.6 TDI CR 77 kW (105 PS) with/
without DPF  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Dimensions and capacities  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Index  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
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Rev counter
The rev counter displays the engine speed in revolutions per
minute.
The start of the red zone  ⇒ fig. 30 1
 indicates the maximum engine speed
operating at service temperature. However, it is advisable to change up a in-
to a higher gear, move the selector lever to D or lift your foot off the acceler-
ator before the needle reaches the red zone.
CAUTION
The rev counter needle must never enter the red zone on the scale. Risk of
engine damage.
For the sake of the environment
Changing up into higher gears sooner, following the recommended gear in-
dications  ⇒ fig. 33 will help you to reduce fuel consumption, emissions and
also engine noise. 
Speedometer
The speedometer is equipped with a digital odometer and a trip recorder, in
addition to a service intervals display.
During the running-in period, the instructions shown on  ⇒ page 172
should be followed. LPG system*
LPG gauge
Fig. 31  Instrument pan-
el: gas gauge.
LPG system filler level display
The LPG tank  ⇒ 
 in the spare wheel well has a capacity of 52.8 litres at an
outside temperature of 15 °C  ⇒ page 195, Refuelling with LPG.
The charge level can be checked on the analogue gas gauge located on the
instrument panel  ⇒ fig. 31. When the level reaches reserve, the gas reserve
warning lamp lights up and an acoustic signal is heard. Refill with LPG at
the earliest opportunity.
If, while driving in LPG mode, a sudden warning signal is heard and the
warning ERROR FUNC_ A GAS is displayed on the screen 1)
, it means that
there is a fault in the LPG system. Take the vehicle to a specialised work-
shop to check the LPG system. 
1)
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WARNING
● Failure to observe warning lamps and warning messages can result in
serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle.
● The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down. Use a
warning triangle to draw the attention of other road users in order to pre-
vent danger to third parties.
● The engine compartment is a dangerous area! Before you open the
bonnet to work on the engine or in the engine compartment, you must
switch the engine off and allow it to cool to reduce the risk of scalding or
other injuries. Read and observe the relevant warnings  ⇒ page 199.
Note
● The appropriate warning lamp for a fault will light up in vehicles without
warning or information messages in the display.
● In vehicles with warning or information texts on the screen, the appro-
priate warning lamp for a fault will light up and a warning or information
message will also appear on the screen. 
Warning symbols
There are red warning symbols (priority 1) and yellow warning sym-
bols (priority 2) Warning reports, Priority 1 (red)
If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp will flash or light up and will
be accompanied by  three audible warnings. This is a  danger warning. Stop
the vehicle and switch off the engine. Check the fault and correct it. Obtain
professional assistance if necessary. If several priority 1 faults are detected at the same time, the symbols will be
displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time and will contin-
ue until the fault is corrected.
No menus will be shown in the display for the duration of a priority 1 warn-
ing message.
Examples of priority 1 warning messages (red)
●
Brake system symbol   with the warning message STOP BRAKE FLUID
SERVICE MANUAL  or STOP BRAKE FAULT SERVICE MANUAL .
● Coolant symbol   with the warning message STOP SEE COOLANT IN-
STRUCTION MANUAL.
● Engine oil pressure symbol   with the warning message STOP ENGINE
OIL PRESSURE LOW! INSTRUCTION MANUAL .
Warning reports, Priority 2 (yellow)
If one of these faults occurs, the warning lamp lights up, and is accompa-
nied by  one audible warning. Check the corresponding function as soon as
possible although the vehicle may be used without risk.
If several priority 2 warning messages are detected at the same time, the
symbols are displayed one after the other for about 2 seconds at a time. Af-
ter a set time, the information text will disappear and the symbol will be
shown as a reminder at the side of the display.
Priority 2  warning messages will not be shown until all  Priority 1 warning
messages have been dealt with!
Examples of priority 2 warning messages (yellow): 1)
● Fuel warning light with the information text  PLEASE REFUEL. 
1)
Depending on the version of the model.   
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Information messages displayed on the screen*
Message a)Description
SERVICEThe service interval has ended. Take the vehicle to an au-
thorised service.
IMMOBILIS-
ERImmobiliser system active. The vehicle will not start. Take
the vehicle to an authorised service.
ERRORInstrument panel faulty. Take the vehicle to an authorised
service.
CLEAN AIRFILTERWarning: Clean the air filter.
NO KEYWarning: Correct key cannot be found in the vehicle.KEY BATTERYWarning: Key battery low. Change the battery.
CLUTCHWarning: Press the clutch to start. In vehicles with manual
gearbox and Start/Stop system.
--> P/NWarning: Place the selector level in P/N to start. Only in ve-
hicles with automatic gearbox.
--> PWarning: Place the selector lever in position P to stop the
engine.
STARTINGWarning: The engine starts automatically. Start-Stop system
activated.
START MAN- UALLYWarning: The engine must be started manually. Start-Stop
system activated.
ERROR
START STOPWarning: Start-Stop system error.
START STOP
IMPOSSIBLEWarning: Although the Start-Stop system is switched on, the
engine cannot be stopped automatically. Not all the neces-
sary conditions are met.
START STOP ACTIVEWarning: Start-Stop system activated. Vehicle in Stop mode.
SWITCH OFFWarning: Start-Stop system activated. Switch off the ignition
when you leave the vehicle.
STOP TRANS-MISSIONTOO HOTWarning: Stop the engine. Gearbox overheated.
BRAKEWarning: To start the engine, press the brake pedal. Only in
vehicles with automatic gearbox.
COASTING FUNCTIONWarning: Coasting mode active. Transmission engaged. On-
ly in vehicles with automatic gearbox.
CHECK SAFE- LOCKNotification of central locking function activated.
a)These messages may vary according the version of the vehicle model. 
Engine management* 
This warning lamp monitors the engine management sys-
tem for petrol engines.
The warning lamp  (Electronic Power Control) lights up when the ignition
is switched on to show that the lamp is working properly. It should go out
once the engine is started.
If there is a fault in the electronic engine management system while you are
driving, this warning lamp will light up. Stop the vehicle and seek technical
assistance. 
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Glow plug system / Engine fault* 
The warning lamp lights up to show that the glow plugs are
preheating. It flashes if there is an engine fault.
Warning lamp  is lit
The warning lamp  lights up while the glow plugs are preheating. When
the warning lamp goes off, the engine should be started straight away.
Warning lamp  flashes
If a fault develops in the engine management system while you are driving,
the glow plug lamp will flash  . Take the vehicle to an Authorised Service
Centre as soon as possible and have the engine checked. 
Soot accumulation in the diesel engine particulate filter*
If the warning lamp   lights up you should help the filter clean itself by
driving in the appropriate manner.
To do this, drive about 15 minutes in fourth or fifth gear (automatic gear-
box: S gear range) at a speed of 60 km/h, with the engine running at ap-
proximately 2000 rpm. In this way, the pollen build up in the filter is burned.
When cleaning is successful, the indicator turns off.
If the warning lamp   does not turn off, or the three lamps turn on (partic-
ulate filter  , emission control system fault   and glow plugs ), take
the vehicle to a specialised workshop to repair the fault.
WARNING
● Always drive according to the road weather conditions, the terrain
and traffic. Driving recommendations should never lead to illegal ma-
noeuvres in surrounding traffic.
● The diesel engine particulate filter may reach extremely high temper-
atures; it should not enter into contact with flammable materials under-
neath the vehicle. Otherwise there is a risk of fire.
Engine oil pressure  
If this warning lamp is red it indicates that the engine oil
pressure is too low.
If this warning symbol starts to flash, and is accompanied by three  audible
warnings, switch off the engine and check the oil level. If necessary, add
more oil  ⇒ page 204.
If the symbol flashes although the oil level is correct,  do not drive on. The
engine must not even run at idle speed. Obtain technical assistance.
Checking the oil level  
If the warning lamp is yellow   the engine oil level should be checked as
soon as possible. Top up the oil  ⇒ page 204 at the next opportunity.
Oil level sensor faulty* 
If the   yellow warning lamp flashes, take the vehicle to a specialised
workshop to have the oil level sensor checked. Until then it is advisable to
check the oil level every time you refuel.   
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Bulb defect* 
The indicator lights up when a bulb is not functioning. The   warning lamp lights up when there is a fault on the turn signals,
headlights, side lights and fog lights. 
Washer fluid 
This warning lamp lights up to indicate that the windscreen
washer level is too low. This serves as a reminder to fill up the reservoir at the earliest opportunity
⇒ page 208 
Rear fog light* 
This warning lamp lights up when the rear fog light is switched on  . For
further information see ⇒ page 97. 
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)* 
A warning lamp monitors the ABS. The indicator lamp  should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is
switched on. It goes out again after the system has run through an automat-
ic test sequence. There is a fault in the ABS if:
●
The warning lamp   does not light up when the ignition is switched on.
● The warning lamp does not go out again after a few seconds
● The warning lamp lights up when the vehicle is moving
The vehicle can still be braked in the normal way, without the ABS function.
Take the vehicle to a specialised workshop as soon as possible. For further
information on the ABS go to  ⇒ page 168.
If there is a fault in the ABS, the ESP* and the tyre pressure warning lamp
will also light up.
Brake system fault
If the ABS warning lamp   lights up together with the brake warning lamp
, this indicates not only a fault in the ABS function, but also a possible
fault in the brake system  ⇒ 
.
WARNING
● Before opening the bonnet, read and observe the warnings on
⇒ page 199, Working in the engine compartment.
● If the brake warning lamp   should light up together with the ABS
warning lamp , stop the vehicle immediately and check the brake fluid
level in the reservoir  ⇒ page 211, Brake fluid. If the fluid level has drop-
ped below the “MIN” mark you must not drive on. Risk of accident. Ob-
tain technical assistance.
● If the brake fluid level is correct, the fault in the brake system may
have been caused by a failure of the ABS system. This could cause the
rear wheels to lock quickly when you brake. This could cause the rear to
break away. Risk of skidding. Stop the vehicle and seek technical assis-
tance.
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Differential lock fault (EDL)*
EDL operates along with the ABS in vehicles equipped with
an Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)*
A malfunction in the EDL is indicated by the ABS warning lamp  . Take the
vehicle to a specialised workshop as soon as possible. For further informa-
tion on the EDL see  ⇒ page 170, Electronic differential lock (EDL)*. 
Traction control system (TCS)*  / 
The traction control system prevents the driven wheels from
spinning when the vehicle is accelerating
There are two warning lamps for the traction control system:   and . Both
warning lamps light up together when the ignition is switched on and
should turn off after approximately 2 seconds. This is the time taken for the
function check.
The  lamp has the following function:
● It flashes when the TCS is on, and the vehicle is moving.
If the system is deactivated or if it has any fault, the warning lamp will re-
main lit. It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the
TCS operates in conjunction with the ABS. For further information, see
⇒  page 167, Brakes
The  lamp provides information about the disconnection status of the
system:
● It stays lit when the TCS is disconnected after pressing the TCS OFF
switch.
By pressing again, TCS function is reactivated and the warning lamp switch-
ed off. Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)*  / 
There are two warning lamps for the electronic stability pro-
gramme. The  lamp provides information concerning the
function and the 
 provides information on the disconnec-
tion status
Both warning lamps light up together when the ignition is switched on and
should turn off after approximately 2 seconds. This is the time taken for the
function check.
This programme includes the ABS, EDL and TCS. It also includes emergency
braking assistance (BAS).
The warning lamp   has the following functions:
● It flashes when the TCS/ESP is activated when driving.
● It will light up continuously if there is a malfunction in the ESP.
● It will also come on if a fault should occur in the ABS because the ESP
operates in conjunction with the ABS.
If the ESP warning lamp   lights up and stays on after the engine is started,
this may mean that the control system has temporarily switched off the ESP.
In this case the ESP can be reactivated by switching the ignition off and
then on again. If the warning lamp goes out, this means the system is fully
functional.
The   lamp provides information about the disconnection status of the
system:
● It stays lit when the TCS is disconnected after pressing the   switch. 
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Main beam headlights  
This warning lamp lights up when the main beams are on.
The warning lamp  is switched on once main beams are on or once the
headlight flasher is operating.
For further information see ⇒ page 103. 
Electro-hydraulic steering* 
The level of steering assistance depends on the vehicle speed and on the
steering wheel turning speed.
The warning lamp should light up for a few seconds when the ignition is
switched on. It should go out once the engine is started.
There is a fault in the electro-hydraulic steering system if the lamp does not
go out or lights up whilst the vehicle is in motion. Take the vehicle to the
Authorised Service Centre as soon as possible.
Note
When towing the vehicle with the engine stopped or due to a fault in the
power steering, this will not operate. The vehicle can still be steered, but it
will require greater force to turn the steering wheel. Emission control system* 
This warning lamp monitors the exhaust system.
Warning lamp  flashes:
When there is misfiring that can damage the catalytic converter. Reduce
speed and drive carefully to the nearest specialised workshop to have the
engine checked.
Warning lamp  is lit:
If a fault has developed during driving which has reduced the quality of the
exhaust gas (e.g. lambda probe fault). Reduce speed and drive carefully to
the nearest specialised workshop to have the engine checked. 
Coolant level* /temperature 
The warning lamp lights up if the coolant temperature is too
high or if the coolant level is too low.
There is a fault if:
● The warning symbol does not go out again after a few seconds.
● The warning lamp lights up or flashes while the vehicle is moving, and
three acoustic warning signals  ⇒ 
 are emitted.
This means that either the coolant level is too low or the coolant tempera-
ture is too high.
Coolant temperature too high
If the warning light comes on,  stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
wait for it to cool down.  Check the coolant level.
If the coolant level is correct, the overheating may be caused by a malfunc-
tion of the radiator fan. Check the radiator fan fuse and have it replaced if
necessary  ⇒ page 229. 
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If the warning lamp lights up again after driving on for a short distance,
stop the vehicle and switch the engine off . Contact an Authorised Service
Centre or a specialised workshop.
Coolant level too low
If the warning light comes on,  stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
wait for it to cool down . First check the coolant level. If the level of the cool-
ant is below the “MIN” mark, top up with coolant liquid  ⇒ 
.
WARNING
● If your vehicle is immobilised for technical reasons, move it to a safe
distance from traffic. Turn the engine off, turn the hazard lights on and
place the warning triangle.
● Never open the bonnet if you can see or hear steam or coolant escap-
ing from the engine compartment. Risk of scalding. Wait until you can no
longer see or hear escaping steam or coolant.
● The engine compartment is a dangerous area! Before carrying out any
work in the engine compartment, switch off the engine and allow it to
cool down. Always note the corresponding warnings  ⇒ page 199.
Alternator 
This warning lamp signals a fault in the alternator.
The warning lamp   lights up when the ignition is switched on. It should
go out when the engine has started running.
If the warning lamp   lights up while driving, the alternator is no longer
charging the battery. You should immediately drive to the nearest special-
ised workshop. You should avoid using electrical equipment that is not absolutely necessa-
ry because this will drain the battery.
If the indicator flashes the voltage is insufficient for normal vehicle opera-
tion.
Turn signals   
The indicator lamp flashes when the turn signals are in op-
eration.
Depending on which turn signal is operated, either the left   or right  turn
signal indicator lamp flashes. Both indicator lamps will flash at the same
time when the hazard warning lights are switched on.
If any of both turn signals fails, the indicator lamp will start flashing twice
faster than normal.
For further information on the turn signals, please see ⇒ page 103. 
Electronic immobiliser “Safe”*
This warning lamp flashes if an unauthorised key is used.
Inside the key there is a chip that deactivates the electronic immobiliser au-
tomatically when the key is inserted into the ignition. The immobiliser will
be activated again automatically as soon as you pull the key out of the igni-
tion lock.
The instrument panel displays the following message 1)
: SAFE. The vehicle
cannot be started in this case 
1)
Depending on the version of the model.   
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Unlocking and locking
Panorama tilting sunroof*
Opening and closing the panorama/tilting sunroof
The panorama/tilting sunroof is opened and closed by using
the switch when the ignition is switched on.
Fig. 52  Panorama/tilting
sunroof
Closing the panorama/tilting sunroof
– Press and hold button  B
 ⇒ fig. 52 ⇒ . The roof starts to close
until the button is released.
Opening the panorama/tilting sunroof
– Press and hold down button  A
. The roof starts opening until
the button is released.
Automatic closing of the panorama/tilting sunroof
– Press button  B
 once only; the sunroof starts closing automati-
cally until it is completely closed. Automatic opening of the panorama/ tilting sunroof
–
Press button  A
 once only. The sunroof starts opening automat-
ically until it is completely open.
Restoring one-touch opening and closing
– Close the sunroof manually until it is completely closed. Re-
lease the button
– Press the closing button again, keeping it pressed down, until a
complete opening and closing cycle has taken place.
Always close the panorama/tilting sunroof fully if you park the vehicle or
leave it unattended  ⇒ 
.
The tilting sunroof can be operated for up to about ten minutes after the ig-
nition has been switched off, provided the driver door and the front passen-
ger door are not opened.
Sun visor
The sun visor is opened and closed manually (independently of the sliding/
tilting sunroof).
WARNING
● Incorrect use of the tilting sunroof can result in injury.
● Never close the tilting sunroof without first checking that there are no
obstructions. Risk of serious injury to you or others. Make sure that no
one is in the path of the tilting sunroof.
● Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.
● Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if
they have access to the keys. Unsupervised use of a key could mean that
the engine is started or that electrical equipment is used (e.g. electric 
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