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750 English User Manual (Small Size)
750 English User Manual (Small Size)
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License Plate light fail - Yellow......................... 34 Headlight main and dipped beam shifting ....... 42
Engine disabled - Yellow.................................. 34 Parking lights ................................................... 42
Check engine - Yellow ..................................... 34 Headlight beam height adjustment................... 42
High engine coolant temperature - Red ........... 34 Automatic adjustment*..................................... 43
Low oil pressure - Red ..................................... 35 Manual adjustment*......................................... 43
Low fuel level - Yellow...................................... 35 Hazard warning light ........................................ 44
Low engine coolant - Yellow ............................ 35
Wiper and Washer ........................................ 44
ABS System failure - Yellow ............................ 35
Brake pad wear - Yellow .................................. 35 Windscreen wiper controls ............................... 44
Brake system - Red.......................................... 36 Wiper speed selection ..................................... 45
Traction control operations/failure - Yellow*..... 36 Single wipe ...................................................... 45
Low battery mode - Yellow............................... 37 Variable delay - intermittent wipe .................... 45
Speed limit warning - Red ................................ 37 Rain Sensor* .................................................... 45
Airbag SRS failure - Red.................................. 38 Windscreen washers controls .......................... 46
Windscreen washers ....................................... 46
Lights and Indicators .................................. 38 Headlight washers*.......................................... 46
Lighting switch ................................................. 38
Steering Column ........................................... 47
Side, tail and instrument panel lights ............... 39
Headlights ........................................................ 39 Steering column adjustment............................. 47
Headlights courtesy delay ................................ 39 Mirrors ............................................................. 48
Fog lights switches........................................... 40 Power exterior rearview mirrors ....................... 48
Front fog lights ................................................. 40 Mirror glass adjustment ................................... 48
Rear fog guard lights........................................ 40 Heating elements............................................. 48
Instrument panel dimmer control ..................... 41 Mirror folding.................................................... 48
Direction indicator / main beam lever control ... 41 Interior rearview mirror ..................................... 49
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Parking Aid .................................................. 161 Spare wheel & Tools ...................................... 172
Ultrasonic sensor parking aid system ............ 161 Changing a wheel .......................................... 173
Parking the vehicle ......................................... 173
Load Carrying.............................................. 163 Accessing the spare wheel and tools ............. 173
Folding the rear seats .................................... 163 Positioning the jack ........................................ 174
Rear seat backrests ‘latch secure’ indicators. 164 Changing the wheel........................................ 175
Carrying long loads ........................................ 164
Carrying heavy loads ..................................... 165 Fuse Replacement...................................... 176
Fuses ............................................................. 176
Fuse colours................................................... 176
5 Failures during Driving ........................ 168
Fuse boxes..................................................... 176
Hazardous Warning Devices................... 168 Passenger compartment fuse box.................. 177
Hazard warning lights..................................... 168 Replacing a fuse............................................. 177
Warning triangle ............................................. 168 Engine compartment fuses............................. 180
Emergency Starting ................................... 169 Replacing a fuse............................................. 180
Using booster cables...................................... 169 Bulb Replacing............................................ 182
Starting the car............................................... 169 Bulb replacing ................................................ 182
Tail lights bulbs replacement.......................... 184
Vehicle Recovery........................................ 170
Side repeater light bulb replacement.............. 184
Towing eyes ................................................... 170
Boot light bulb replacement............................ 185
Towing for recovery........................................ 171
Before being towed: ....................................... 171
While being towed:......................................... 172
6 Failures during Driving......................... 188
Wheel Replacement................................... 172 Maintenance................................................. 188
Routine servicing............................................ 188
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Service history ............................................... 188 Anti-freeze ..................................................... 196
Oil services and inspections........................... 188 Brakes............................................................ 197
Brake fluid replacement ................................. 189
Brake fluid check & Top-up ............................ 197
Coolant replacement ...................................... 189
Brake fluid specification ................................. 198
Emission Control ............................................ 189
Owner maintenance ....................................... 189 Power Steering ............................................ 198
Special conditions .......................................... 190 Power steering fluid check & Top-up ............. 198
Safety in the garage....................................... 190 Power steering fluid specification................... 199
Poisonous fluid............................................... 191
Used engine oil .............................................. 191
Battery ........................................................... 199
Battery maintenance ...................................... 199
Bonnet ........................................................... 192 Battery replacement ....................................... 200
Bonnet opening.............................................. 192
Closing the bonnet ......................................... 192
Washers ........................................................ 201
Windscreen washer check & Top-up ............. 201
Engine Compartment ................................ 193 Washer jets .................................................... 201
2.5L*............................................................... 193 Washer specification ...................................... 201
1.8T* .............................................................. 193
Wipers............................................................ 202
Engine ........................................................... 194 Wiper blades .................................................. 202
Oil level check & top-up ................................. 194 Replacing windscreen wiper blades............... 202
Oil specification.............................................. 195
Tyres .............................................................. 203
Cooling System .......................................... 195 Caring for your tyres....................................... 203
Coolant check & Top-up ................................ 195 Tyre Pressure................................................. 203
Coolant specification...................................... 196 Valves ............................................................ 203
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Suggestive information
IMPORTANT
Warning
When the time comes to sell your car, please do
This warning symbol identifies procedures
remember to pass this Owner’s Handbook and the
that must be followed precisely, or
Warranty and Maintenance Manual to the new
information that must be considered with great
owner. Both must be considered part of the car.
care, in order to reduce the risk of personal injury
or serious damage to the car.
Important
IMPORTANT
Note
NOTE:Suggestive representation.
Asterisk
An asterisk ‘*’, appearing after the subject or text,
identifies features are either optional, or are only fitted
to some vehicles in the model range.
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2
3
4 5
6
5 Horn
ABS
0 8
RPM X 1000
7 Instrument pack
140
8 Wiper/washer controls
80 160
180
60
40
20
0 240
9 Clock
10 Entertainment system
11 Passenger air bag
12 Heating & Ventilation controls
13 Passenger heated seat switch*
14 Traction control switch*
28 27 25 23 21 19 18 16 14 12
15 Automatic gearbox mode switch
26 24 22 20 17 15 13 16 Gear selector
17 Cruise control switch - main*
18 Driver heated seat switch*
19 Acceleration pedal
20 Starter switch and key
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2
3
4
5
6
80
100 120 140
160
180
IMPORTANT
60
1 7 200
40
0
RPMx1000
8
20
0 240
220
To protect the engine from damage, never allow the
tachometer pointer to remain in the RED sector of
the gauge for prolonged periods.
5 Speedometer
Indicates road speed in kilometers per hour (3).
Temperature gauge
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine Fuel gauge
coolant(1). Indicates the level of fuel in the fuel tank (4).
The pointer will rise to the mid-point of the gauge while The pointer quickly rises to show the level of fuel in the
the engine is normal. If the pointer reaches the RED tank when the switch is turned to the second position
mark (red indicator light in the gauge illuminates), the (refer to ‘Starter switch’). A yellow indicator light in the
coolant is too hot and severe engine damage could fuel gauge will illuminate when the fuel level is low
result; stop the car as soon as safety permits and (approximately 9 liters remaining).
contact your dealer for inspection at your earliest
opportunity. IMPORTANT
If the light illuminates, refuel at the earliest oppor-
tunity.
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40
180
200
220
20
0 240
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NOTE: The distance shown in the trip recorder is box fault is indicated by the letters ‘EP’
show in kilometer. (Emergency Program) appearing.
When the starter switch is turned to the second The external temperature mode (5) can be
position, the (3) in the illustration indicates the next switched between °C or °F by waiting until the car
service type (replacement of oil or inspection) and is stationary and then pressing and holding the trip
the (1) in the illustration shows the distance recorder reset button while turning the starter
remaining until the next service, both of which are switch off at the same time.
displayed for approximately 4 seconds,after which
the display reverts to show the total distance trav-
elled (1), single travel distance (2) and external
temperature (5). When clock appears, the replace-
ment of brake fluid is due.
NOTE: After the completion of each service, the
dealer will reset the distance display to commence the
countdown to the next service. For detailed
information about the service interval display, refer to
‘Routine servicing’.
When the starter switch is turned to the second
position, it shows the current gear lever position
(P,R,N,D,4,3,2) and the gearbox mode (4). Sport
mode is indicated by an ‘S’ and snow mode is indi-
cated by a snowflake symbol. An automatic gear-
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Average speed
200
40
220
20
0 240
Limit (overspeed)
By pressing and holding the trip computer button for
longer than 2 seconds, the selected display can be
reset (not ‘range’).
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6
80 160
180
‘Hazard warning lights’), both direction indicators will
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1 7
40
220
200
flash together.
0
20
8 240
RPMx1000 0
Anti-theft alarm indicator car as soon as safety permits and switch off the engine
immediately. Contact your dealer for inspection at your
Please refer to ‘Anti-theft alarm indicator’ .
earliest opportunity.
Center cluster warning lights
ABS - Yellow
ABS
Illuminates for approximately 2 seconds as a
bulb and system check when the starter
3
4
5
80
100 120 140
160
switch is turned to the second position. If the light
2 6
180
60
1 7
40
220
200
does not extinguish, or illuminates continuously when
0 8
20
240
0
driving, then a fault has occurred with the ABS system
RPMx1000
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emissions problem has occurred with engine Cruise control - Yellow*
management system. Illuminates when cruise control is swtiched on.
If the warning light illuminates and the car drives
normally: contact your dealer to arrange a service
Airbag warning light - Red
appointment at your earliest convenience - you may
The light illuminates when the starter switch is
still drive the car.
turned to the second position and
If the warning light illuminates and the car does not extinguishes after approximately four seconds. If the
drive normally: contact your dealer at your earliest light does not extinguish, or illuminates continuously
convenience. when driving, an airbag restraint system and/or seat
belt pre- tensioner fault has been detected, contact
If the warning light flashes, contact your dealer at your your dealer for inspection at your earliest convenience
earliest convenience. DO NOT keep driving your car (refer to ‘Airbag warning light’).
for a long time.
Brake system - Red
If the warning light flashes, following operation can This warning light will illuminate for
avoid worse damage of your car: approximately 3 seconds as a bulb check
Lower speed whenever the starter switch is turned to the second
Avoid accelerate rapidly position. If the light does not extinguish, it may indicate
Avoid drivie up steep gradients a fault with the braking system such as brake fluid loss,
handbrake on or electronic brake force distribution
failure.
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For handbrake operation, the light illuminates when the Seat belt warning light-Red*
handbrake is applied and extinguishes when it is fully The light illuminates and a large icon
released. illuminates for about 5 seconds in message
center when the engine is started and the speed more
If the warning light remains illuminated approximately
five seconds after the handbrake has been released, a than 400 rpm, it reminds driver and all passengers to
fault with the braking system is detected, stop the car wear the belt.
as soon as safety permits and contact your dealer for
inspection at your earliest convenience.
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2
3
4
5
6
80
100 120 140
160
180
If the bonnet has not been closed within the timeout
60
1 7
40
20
220
200
period, the display is replaced by a small icon showing
0 8
RPMx1000 0 240
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License Plate light fail - Yellow If the car drives normally: contact your dealer for
A large vehicle icon with an active number inspection at your earliest convenience. You may still
plate light with the message ‘NO. PLATE drive the car.
LIGHT FAIL ’ is displayed for approximately 4 seconds If the car does not drive normally, contact your dealer
to indicate the bulb failure. for inspection at your earliest convenience.
NOTE: A number plate light failure is only detected if
both bulbs fail. High engine coolant temperature - Red
This message is displayed in addition to
Engine disabled - Yellow
illumination of the high coolant temperature
Engine will be disabled unless the car is
warning light in the temperature gauge whenever the
started with the original key. (refer to ‘Engine
engine coolant rises to its maximum operating
immobilization’). This icon with the message ‘ENGINE
temperature after the engine is started. The icon is
DISABLED’ is displayed together.
displayed with the message ‘ENGINE OVERHEAT’ for
Check engine - Yellow approximately 2 seconds. Stop the car as soon as
If an engine operation or emissions problem safety permits and switch off the engine immediately.
occurs after the engine is started, this icon Contact your dealer for inspection at your earliest
with the message ‘CHECK ENGINE’ is displayed for convenience.
approximately 2 seconds. The warning light at the
center of the instrument pack will illuminate in the
meantime.
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Traction control (TC) operations/failure - Yel- NOTE: Such message continues to display if the system is
switched off manually.
low*
This icon is displayed with the message No battery charge warning - Red
‘TRACTION CONTROL’ for approximately 4 The icon is displayed with the message
seconds while the traction control system is operating. ‘CHARGE FAULT’ for approximately 2
If there is a fault with the system, the warning light will seconds when a battery charging problem has been
illuminate when the car is driving. detected after the engine is started. The warning light
at the center of the instrument pack illuminates in the
Contact your dealer for inspection at your earliest meantime. Contact your dealer for inspection at your
convenience. earliest convenience.
NOTE: Such message continues to display if the
system is switched off manually.
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-
v
BATTERY’ when the battery voltage is less
Fuel cut-off (inertia) switch - Yellow
than 10V after the engine is started . After
The icon is displayed if the inertia switch has
approximately 2 seconds, the message disappeared
tripped. The icon is displayed with the
and this large icon changes to this small icon. When
message ‘INERTIA SWITCH’. After approximately 2
battery voltage rises abovd 11V the icon disappears. If
seconds, the message disappeared and this large icon
the message remains display, contact your dealer for
changes to this small icon. The car will not start until
inspection at your earliest convenience.
the inertia switch has been reset ( refer to section
‘Inertia switch’ ).
Low windscreen washer fluid level - Yellow
The icon is displayed with the message ‘LOW Speed limit warning - Red
WASHER FLUID’ for approximately 4 seconds The icon is displayed when the driving speed
if windscreen washer fluid level in the washer reservoir 70 exceed the trip computer set speed (number in
is low. Top-up washer reservoir. the icon is the set speed), and an audible warning will
sound. The icon disappears when the driving speed
Alarm has been triggered - Red
slow down below the limited speed.
The icon is displayed when the alarm has been
triggered. The driver must notice that the car
has been break-in. When the starter switch is in the
first or second position, or the doors are locked with
the remote, the icon disappears. The icon will
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Side, tail and instrument panel lights will then remain illuminated for approximately 30 sec-
Turn the lighting switch to the first position to turn on onds.
the side, tail and instrument panel lights.
IMPORTANT
NOTE: If a tail light bulb is defective, the correspond-
ing brake light will illuminate as a substitute tail light If the light switch is turned off before the starter
until the defective bulb is replaced. The message is switch is turned off, the feature will not operate.
identified on the message center display on the
instrument pack.
The courtesy delay can be cancelled at any time during
Headlights the 30 seconds by turning the starter switch on and then
With the starter switch turned to the second position, off again.
turn the lighting switch to the second position to turn on
the headlight (dipped beam).
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Instrument panel dimmer control Direction indicator / main beam lever control
Take care not to dazzle oncoming vehicles
when shifting dipped beam and main beam
headlights.
1
0
2 4
3
Headlight main and dipped beam shifting Turn off the starter switch
Pull the lever (3) fully toward the steering wheel to turn Move the direction indicator lever fully down (1) to
headlight main beams (the blue warning light in the switch on the left hand tail light and side light.
instrument pack illuminates) when the headlight dipped Move the direction indicator lever fully up (2) to illumi-
nate the right hand tail light and side light.
beam is on, pull the lever (4) fully toward the steering
To cancel the tail and side lights, return the direction
wheel again to change to dipped beam.
indicator lever to the off position.
NOTE: Main beam selection is cancelled
automatically whenever the lighting or starter switches Headlight beam height adjustment
are turned off. The angle of the dipped beam is affected by the
distribution of passenger and luggage weight within the
Headlight main beam flash
car. It is important that the headlights are adjusted by
Not to open the headlights, pull the lever part way
rotating the adjuster wheel to ensure that the point at
towards the steering wheel and then release to briefly
which the beams of light meet the road surface
flash the main beams on and off.
provides adequate illumination ahead of the vehicle,
without dazzling other road users (especially the
drivers).
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IMPORTANT
1
Any failure of the automatic levelling system will be 0
apparentfrom the headlight beams maintaining their
lowest position, regardless of vehicle load, in which
case the vehicle should be taken to a dealer for
rectification at your earliest convenience.
Position ‘0’
Driver only, or driver plus a front seat passenger.
Position ‘1’
Up to all the seats occupied plus an evenly distributed
load in the boot.
Position ‘2’
Driver only, plus an evenly distributed load in the boot.
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3
2
1
6
5
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NOTE: The delay will also vary according to road
IMPORTANT speed - any increase in speed will reduce the delay.
Do not operate the wipers on a dry screen. Rain Sensor*
In freezing or very hot conditions, ensure that the Some cars are equipped with a rain sensor fitted to the
blades are not frozen or stuck to the glass before inside of the windscreen behind the rear view mirror.
being operated.
The sensor is able to detect varying amounts of dirt
In winter, remove snow or ice from around the
arms and blades, including the wiped area of the and water on the outside of the windscreen. When the
screen. wiper control set to intermittent wipe, the variable delay
Wiper speed selection will be adjusted automatically according to the
information supplied by the rain sensor.
Push the lever up to different position select different
wiper speeds: NOTE: If the sensor detects constant rain, the wipers
Intermittent wipe (1) will operate continuously.
Normal speed wipe (2)
Fast speed wipe (3)
Single wipe
Pull the lever down (4) and release (if the lever is held
down, the wipers will operate at high speed until the
lever is released).
Variable delay - intermittent wipe
Rotate the switch (5) to vary the delay between wipes.
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IMPORTANT
If the washers fail to deliver the screen wash solution
(dirt or ice may have blocked the jets), release the
lever immediately. This will prevent the wipers from
operating, and the consequent risk of visibility being
impaired by dirt smearing across the unwashed
windscreen.
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Steering Column Adjust the angle and height of the steering column to
suit your driving position:
Steering column adjustment
Do not attempt to adjust the height or angle 1 Fully release the locking lever.
of the steering wheel while the car is in 2 Hold the steering wheel in both hands and tilt the
motion. This is extremely dangerous. steering column up or down to move the wheel into
the most comfortable position.
NOTE: If it is difficult to move the steering column into
a new position, disengage the steering lock by turning
the starter switch to the first position and align the
front wheels straight ahead.
3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer to, or further
away from your body.
4 Once a comfortable driving position has been
selected, pull the locking lever fully up to lock the
steering column into its new position.
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Mirror folding
The body of each door mirror is designed to fold flat
1 2 1 against the side of the car on impact and enable the
car to negotiate narrow openings.
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Push the adjustment handle, change the visual angle Interior Rear-view mirror automatic dazzling
of interior rearview mirror to realize dazzling prevention*
prevention. Contrary operation can return it.
IMPORTANT
Sometime interior rearview mirror dazzling prevention
can not make driver sure the position of rear vehicle
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‘One-Touch’ down
By briefly pressing and then releasing a switch (within
half a second), a window can be opened automatically
at a single touch. Window movement can be stopped
at any time by pressing the switch again.
‘Anti-trap’ function*
The anti-trap function is a safety feature which
prevents the driver’s window from fully closing if there
is an obstruction is sensed. If this happens the window
will open slightly to allow the obstruction to be
removed.
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Sunroof
2
Please follow these guidelines when using the sunroof: 3
Do not open the sunroof on rainy days.
It is not advisable to open the sunroof when vehicle
1 I
speed is above 120km/h.
Wipe off the excess water on the sunroof before opening 2 II
it, otherwise water leakage into the vehicle may occur. 3
Clean the mechanism and flume of the sunroof regu-
larly.
Clean the sunroof window and seal regularly using an 1
alcohol based cleaner. The sunroof can be operated when the starter switch is
in the first or second position and for up to 40 seconds
Sunroof operation
after the starter switch is turned off (provided the
Do not allow passengers to extend any part driver’s door is not opened in the meantime).
of their bodies through the sunroof aperture
while the car is moving - injury could occur. Tilt to open
Press the button (1) and the rear end of the
sunroof glass will go up and automatically stop when
tilting to a certain position.
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Tilt to close ‘Anti-trap’ function
Continuously press button (3), the sunroof glass will The sunroof will automatically go backwards for a
go down and automatically stop at the closed position. certain distance in the operation of tilting and sliding to
Slide to open close if an obstruction is detected.
Light press button (2) to 1st shift and keep it, the
sunroof glass slightly lower a little, slide backwards to
open; the sunroof will stop movement when loosen the
button.
Slide to close
Light press button (3) to 1st shift and keep it, the
sunroof glass slide forward; the sunroof will stop
movement when loosen the button.
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Interior Equipment courtesy lights and reading lights remain illuminated for
10 seconds after the door is closed.
Front courtesy and reading lights
The front and rear courtesy lights and reading lights
2 illuminate when the boot is opened and turn off when
the boot is closed.
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The rear courtesy lights illuminate and extinguish To adjust the clock, use a ball point pen to advance or
automatically in conjunction with the front courtesy retard the hands, by pressing the right or left hand
lights. Press the appropriate switch to illuminate the buttons at the bottom of the clock bezel.
relevant reading light , press this button again to switch
NOTE: The clock will need to be reset if the battery
off.
has been disconnected.
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With the starter switch is in the second position, press Press the lower edge of the ashtray to open the front
the cigar lighter cover to open. Press the lighter in to ashtray cover.
heat up; when it has reached the correct temperature, To empty the front ashtray, hold the inner tray by the
it will partially eject and can then be withdrawn for use. sides and carefully pull out.
Put the cigar lighter back to the jack after using, and Installation should be in the reserve order.
then close the cover.
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Press the upper edge of the ashtray to open the rear Pull back the handle on the cover board of the glove
ashtray cover. box to open it.
To empty the rear ashtray, hold the inner tray by the Push forward the cover board to close it.
sides and carefully pull out.
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Lift the release catch (arrowed) to open the lid of the Press the button (arrowed) to open the lid of the
cubby box. stowage.
Slightly push the lid to close the cubby box. Slightly push the lid to close the stowage.
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Draw out the sunblind hook from the holder the Locate on the left upper roof of the driver, pull down
sunblind will return. the handle (arrowed) to open and release the handle to
close.
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Air-conditioning & Audio Systems
Heating, Ventilation & Air-conditioning NOTE: There are two floor vents for
2 Air-conditioning & Audio Systems
2
Rotate the thumbwheel (illustrated 1) down to close or
up to open the vents. Direct the air flow by moving the Air supply from the face level vents is further controlled
control in the centre of the louvers (illustrated 2) up or by the heater bypass control in the centre of the
down, or from side to side. instrument panel.
NOTE: To increase output from the instrument panel Turn the thumbwheel towards the left to open the
vent, shut off the side vents. bypass;
NOTE: For optimum comfort, ensure all the vents are Turn the thumbwheel towards the right to close the
open and each of outlet is in middle position. bypass.
The purpose of this feature is to enable cooler air to be
directed towards the face at those times when the
heater is required to provide hot air in order to keep the
interior of the car warm.
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If the air distribution control is set to foot,windscreen or Electronic temperture control
foot and windscreen vents:
Control panel
Heater bypass closed - all air flow is prohibited;
Heater bypass open - unheated (fresh) air supply
only.
If the air distribution control is set to face or foot and
TEMP
face vents:
OFF button
Press ‘OFF’ button to close the system
OFF
(including the display).
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Air Conditioning Switch (A/C) small pool of water forming under the car when
With the engine running, press A/C switch to stationary and is not a cause for concern.
A/C
operate (The display shows A/C and interior air
Temperature control
recirculation on).
TEMP
Operate the rocker switches to set the required
Note that interior air recirculation is activated temperature. Press the upside arrow to raise
automatically whenever the air conditioning is switched and the downside arrow to lower the required
on as an aid to more efficient cooling of the car’s temperature.
interior . Interior air recirculation will automatically The display will show a number of segments which
switch to exterior air recirculation after 4 represent the required temperture. The maximum
minutes’ operation to prevent building up CO2 in the temperature is set at 28°C (HI) and the minimum
car. temperature at 16°C (LO). Selecting ‘HI’ or ‘LO’, the
system will automatically set at the maximum blower
In conditions of high humidity, slight screen misting/ speed to achieve temperature change in the most
frosting may be experienced when the air conditioning efficient manner.
is first switched on. Misting/frosting will be cleared after
a few seconds once the system is in operation. NOTE: The target temperature is not the current
temperature within the interior of the car.
NOTE: The air conditioning will not operate without
the engine running. Blower control
Use the control to adjust the blower speed.
NOTE: Because the system dehumidifies the air
supplied to it, surplus water is produced and expelled Press the upside arrow to increase and the
via drain tubes beneath the car. This may result in a downside arrow to decrease blower speed.
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The display will show a number of segments which NOTE: To keep the fresh air flap closed, press and
represent the blower speed. The blower speeds can be hold the switch for 2 seconds (until the interior and
adjusted in four stages via the blower control. exterior air recirculation symbols in the display flash).
To switch to exterior air recirculation, press the switch
again.
Air distribution control
Press the buttons illustrated below to adjust air NOTE: If the air conditioning is switched on, interior
distribution modes: air recirculation will remain active for 4 minutes. The
system will then switch on exterior air recirculation
Face level vents only. automatically. This reduces windows to mist.
NOTE: Keeping the system in interior recirculation
Foot level vents. mode can cause the windscreen to mist. If this
happens, press the demisting button.
Face and foot level vents.
NOTE: When the air conditioning is switched off,
recirculation will not be operation if the button is
Foot level, windscreen and side window vents. pressed.
Recirculation
Defrost/demist
Press the button (the display shows interior air
Press the button (the symbol appeaars in the
recirculation symbol) and the fresh air intake
display) to remain or switch on air-conditioning
flap is closed for 4 minutes and the system switch to
and blow at the maximum speed to clear frost or mist.
interior air recirculation. The air inside the car is Press the button again to de-activate the function.
isolated from the outside. Press the switch again in 4
minutes to open the fresh air intake flap and switch to
exterior air recirculation .
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Heated rear screen Five air distribution modes can be achieved through
DO NOT scrape or scratch the glass. DO two types of manual operations.
NOT stick labels over the heating elements.
Press the following buttons to achieve the air distri-
Otherwise the heating elements on the
inside of the rear screen are easily damaged. bution modes as illustrated.
Regardless of the original status, press for
The heated rear screen will only function face level vent only. Regardless of the original sta-
automatically or manually with the engine tus, press for windscreen vent only.
running (the symbol appears in the display). The Press 'Foot level vents' button, three other air dis-
indicator symbol extinguishes when the demister is tribution modes can be achieved:
turned off. When the original status is 'Face level vents',press
NOTE: If the exterior temperature is below 10°C and the 'Foot level vents' button for face and foot
the engine coolant temperature is below 40°C, the vents. Press 'Foot level vents' button again to
rear screen heater will switch on automatically and switch to foot level vents.
operate for a period of 20 minutes, then automatically When the original status is 'windscreen vents',
switching off.
press 'Foot level vents' button for foot and
NOTE: If the exterior temperature is greater than
windscreen vents. Press 'Foot level vents' button
10°C, the rear screen heater will not switch on
automatically. Press the button illustrated to switch on again to switch to foot level vents.
and switch off automatically after 12 minutes. NOTE: The symbol of the selected air distribution
mode will be displayed on the display screen.
Air distribution mode with manual control
NOTE: If the air distribution and blower speeds
controls are operatedwith manual mode independ-
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ently, the system may not be able to achieve or NOTE: Keeping the system in interior recirculation
maintain a comfortable temperature. mode can cause the windscreen to mist/frost. If this
happens, press the defrost/demist button.
Blower control
Press the bigger fan symbol to increase, and Defrost/demist
the smaller fan symbol to decrease blower Press the button (the indicator light illuminates
speed. The display will show a number of segments and the defrost symbol appears in the display)
which represent the blower speed. to activate the following functions automatically:
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Combined filter* Turn the air distribution mode to face level vents
The combined filter (active carbon include) helps not only and ensure the vents are open.
only to prevent the pollen and dust from entering your Select the minimum air temperature.
car, but also prevent the emission. Select the highest blower speed.
Switch on exterior recirculation mode.
The filter should be replaced every 20,000 km.
Operating advice
The following procedures will enable you to gain max-
imum benefit from the heating and ventilation system.
However, because the system uses heat from the
engine to warm the air, full heating will not be available
until the engine reaches its normal operating
temperature.
Dual automatic temperature control* display). Press again to switch on andrestore the
mode and control settings were last used.
Control panel
NOTE: The A/C cannot operate while the engine is
off.
AUTO Dual zone temperature control
TEMP TEMP
TEMP
Operate the button switches on either side of
the display to set the required temperature for
the corresponding side of the passenger compartment.
OFF ECON MONO
The system does not achieve temperatures on the
passenger side of the car more than 5°C greater or
less than the temperature set for the driver’s side.
ECON
AUTO Temperatures above 28°C and below 16°C cannot be
set. Above or below these maximum and minimum
settings ’HI’ or ’ LO’ will appear in the display.
The display shows blower speed, air distribution mode,
dual-zone temperature and air recirculation mode, Right-hand temperature control
defrost/demist, rear window heating, and economy Press ’MONO’ button to switch to single zone
MONO
mode. temperature control. Operate the switch on the
left side to adjust temperature within the interior of the
ON/OFF button car. Press ’MONO’ again or press the right side switch
NOTE: When the engine is running, press to active dual zone control function back on.
OFF ‘OFF’button to close the system (including the
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Auto mode In this case, ‘AUTO’ symbol will turn off, indicating that
To operate the auto mode: Adjust the temperature the auto mode is not in operation.
control button on both sides to select the required
Air distribution mode with manual control
temperature for both zones, then press ‘AUTO’ button
Five air distribution modes can be achieved through
for automatic operation.
two types of manual operations.
In auto mode,air distribution and blower speeds are
Press the following buttons to achieve the air distri-
adjusted automatically to achieve and then maintain
bution modes as illustrated.
the desired temperature. ‘AUTO’ and the indicator
symbols for all above mentioned appear in the display. Regardless of the original status, press for face
level vent only.
NOTE: In auto mode, following a cold start at low
exterior temperature, the blower speed will not Regardless of the original status, press for
increase until the engine coolant temperature has windscreen ventonly.
started to rise.
Press 'Foot level vents' button, three other air dis-
NOTE: For ATC to function correctly all windows and
sunroof should be closed and the air intake must be tribution modes can be achieved:
free from obstructions. In addition, the solar sensor When the original status is 'Face level vents',press the
centrally positioned on the top of the instrument panel 'Foot level vents' button for face and foot vents.
must not be covered.
Press 'Foot level vents' button again to switch to
Manual mode
foot level vents.
The air distribution and blower speeds can be also
adjusted manually to satisfied individually requirement. When the original status is 'windscreen vents', press
'Foot level vents' button for foot and windscreen
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vents. Press 'Foot level vents' button again to switch to NOTE: To keep the fresh air flap closed, press and
hold the button for 2seconds (until the indicator light in
foot level vents.
the button flashes).
NOTE: The symbol of the selected air distribution mode NOTE: To switch to exterior recirculation mode, press
will be displayed on the display screen. the button again. This reduces windows to mist.
NOTE: If the air distribution and blower speeds controls NOTE: Keeping the system in interior recirculation
are operatedwith manual mode independently, the system mode can cause the windscreen to mist/frost. If this
may not be able to achieve or maintain a comfortable
temperature. happens, press the defrost/demist button.
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L
Press to change modes:
VO
DE MODE FM1 → FM2 → FM3 → AM → CD/MP3/WMA
MO
→ AUX → FM1…
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Controls
1 POWER button / VOL knob
9 10
2 SOUND button / SELECT knob
3 MODE button
4 DISP button
5 MUTE button
3 6
6 Up button
4 7 7 Down button
8 BAND button
5 8 9 LOAD button
10 Eject button
11 FOLDER-UP button
1 2
12 FOLDER-DN button
13 RPT button
11 12 13 14 15 16 14 RDM button
15 DISC-UP button
17 16 DISC-DN button
17 DIRECT button
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Audio selection control NOTE: In the Audio selection mode, after 7 seconds
without further adjustment, the system returns to the
1 Press ‘SOUND’ button to operate sound effect previous operation mode.
selection.
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Search
1 Press the ‘BAND’ button and select the required
waveband (FM or AM).
[ ]
2 Press the [ ] or button to search stations
automatically.
Manual
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1 Press the ‘BAND’ button and select the required 1 Press the ‘DIRECT’ button for more than 2 seconds.
waveband (FM or AM). The frequency will be stored to the pre-set channels.
2 Rotate the ‘SELECT’ knob to a specific station. Automatic programming
Pre-set 1 Press the ‘BAND’ button and select the desired
Use to store up to 24 radio stations (6 for each waveband (FM or AM).
waveband). Press the corresponding ‘DIRECT’ button 2 Press the ‘BAND’ button for more than 2 seconds.
to select a stored frequency. The frequencies will be automatically stored to the
pre-set channels.
1 Press the ‘BAND’ button and select the required Muting the sound
waveband (FM or AM). Press the ‘MUTE’ button to switch on the mute mode.
2 Press the ‘DIRECT’ button to select a stored fre- Press again to switch off.
quency.
FM1 CH1
87.9MHz
Programming the pre-sets
Pre-sets can be programmed manually or auto-
matically:
Manual programming
1 Use search, manual or pre-set turning modes turn to
the desired station.
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These settings do not apply to the disc being played. To cancel loading, press the ‘LOAD’ button again.
They take effect only after inserting another disc.
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NOTE: After ‘CD IN’ appears on the display and the
sliding cover opens up, CD should be loaded within NOTE: To cancel Eject mode, press the ‘Eject’
15 seconds. If the operation is not done in time, with button again.
‘CD IN’ disappearing and the sliding cover closing, the
CD is not allowed to be inserted. NOTE: With the ‘Eject’ button pressed, pressing
the ‘MUTE’ button will stop CD playing in CD mode, or
Loading more than one CD switch on MUTE function in any other mode.
Press and hold the ‘LOAD’ button for more than 2
seconds. Insert the disc one after another into the Ejecting all discs
trays. Press and hold the ‘Eject’ button for more than 2
NOTE: After inserting one disc, insert the next disc seconds.
when 'CD IN' appears on the display. NOTE: If the ejected CD is not removed in
Eject approximately 15 seconds, the CD unit will draw the
Ejecting CD CD back in.
1 Press the ‘Eject’ [ ] bbutton to switch on the Eject Playback
function. Press the ‘MODE’ button to select CD/MP3/WMA
2 Press the ‘DIRECT’ button and the corresponding mode. Playback starts automatically. If no CD is
CD is ejected. If this is done in the CD mode, the loaded, the display shows ‘NO DISC’.
system switches to Radio mode. If this is done in any
other mode, the system restores its current mode. Pausing playback
NOTE: If no operation happens in 4 seconds after the To pause playback, press the ‘MUTE’ button. Press
again to cancel pause.
‘Eject’ button is pressed, the system will restore
its current mode.
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CD/MP3/WMA
adjustment, play/pause control, folder selection ERROR 2
malfunction should disappear.
and CD selection are allowed. Contact your dealer.
If no operation happens in 4 seconds after the
Replace with a disc
quick selection function switched on, the system ERROR 3 Damaged disc
in good condition.
will cancel the function and continue to play the
current track. Eject the disc and
Disc is loaded
ERROR 6 load again with the
upside down.
label side up.
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MENU
CALIBRATE<E>
[ ]
2 Press the [ ] / button to select any of the
options:
‘TEL SWITCH’ ←→ ‘CALIBRATE’ ←→ ‘TEL SWITCH’
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Automatic volume adjustment setting 3 When the car reaches 50 km/h, press the ‘SOUND’
button to verify the setting.
Please set this function in safe condition
In 2 seconds after the verification is successfully
and be cautious to drive.
completed, ‘SUCCESSFUL’ will show on the dis-
Normally, the noises in the interior of the car increase play.
when the car speed reaches 50 km/h. Automatic
volume adjustment is desired. MENU
NOTE: The ex-factory automatic volume adjustment SUCCESSFUL
setting does not take effect automatically.
This feature allows automatic volume adjustment In 2 seconds after the verification fails, ‘FAILED’
according to the speed of the car. Before the function will show on the display.
takes effect, you should operate ‘CALIBRATE’ to verify
car speed. MENU
1 Select ‘CALIBRATE’. FAILED
2 Accelerate the car to 50 km/h.
NOTE: You may choose any other speed for 4 When the verification is successfully completed,
verification according to you individual preference. ‘SVC SWITCH’ appears.
The effective point of the automatic volume 5 Rotate the ‘SELECT’ knob to select the sensitivity.
adjustment will automatically change from 50 km/h to LOW←→MID-LOW←→MID←→MID-HIGH←→HIGH
the speed verified, for example, 40 km/h, 60 km/h or ←→ OFF
any other speed point.
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NOTE: The default setting for ‘SVC SWITCH’ is
‘LOW’.
MENU
SVC LOW
6 After the sensitivity selection takes effect, press the
‘DISP’ button to cancel the setting function.
With car speed set and verified in the above described
procedure, for every increase of certain speed range,
the volume will increase for a specific degree
according to the sensitivity setting. Likewise, for every
decrease of certain speed range, the volume will
decrease for a specific degree according to the
sensitivity setting.
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IMPORTANT
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Search
To select
upward
preset Previous
among Fast
stations chapter or
the reverse
one by one tune
preset
upward
channels
To select Search
preset downward Next
Fast
stations among chapter or
forward
one by one the preset tune
downward channels
Short-time press:
mode change FM1 → FM2 → FM3 → AM1 →
MODE AM2
Long-time press: radio ←→ DVD/CD/MP3/
WMA…
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Controls
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Mute function
Press the [MUTE] button and there will be no
sound. the word 'MUTE' appears on the lower left
side of the display, and press this button again, the
mute mode will be cancelled.
Mode selection
NOTE: DVD play will be suspended in Mute mode.
Press [FM], [AM] and [DVD] button to select the
The Mute mode can be cancelled by changing play
corresponding operation mode:
mode or ncreasing the volume.
Press [FM] button or [AM] button to enter radio
mode.
Press [DVD] button to enter DVD mode.
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Chapter selection
[ ]
Press [ ] / button to select the previous/next
chapter. FM
AUDIO REPEAT AS
Turn the [TUNE] knob clockwise to choose later
AM
POWER MODE
VOL TUNE
[ ]
.. Press to fast forward and release to play.
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[ ]
button to select choice upward/downward.
Turn the [TUNE] knob clockwise to enter submenu
where sound, SUBTL and disc language supported FM
Audio
AM
ported by chip by pressing the [MODE] button to Subtitle
Dise Menu
SHUFFLE play
Enter Press the [SHUFFLE] soft button to select shuffle play
mode.
Eject
After selection, press any soft button to pick play
Press to eject disc.
menu (illustration), press ‘EXIT’ to exit.
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CD operation Press
[ ]
button to fast reverse and release the
The below display will be shown when playing CD and button to continue to play.
start to pl from the first track. Play menu setup
In CD mode, press any soft button in the soft keyboard
to pick playmenu (illustration) which function is
corresponding to the soft button. The play menu will
AUDIO CD
Eepesat disc
disappear if there is no operation within 5 seconds.
Play Track Current time Tot.Time
2/14 1:20 56:30
FM
AS
RPT
AM AUDIO CD
Track list selection Eepesat disc
Play Track Current time Tot.Time
SHUF
[ ] 2/14 1 :2 0 5 6 :3 0
POWER MODE
track. VOL TUNE
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FM
PHONE SOUND AS
AM
AUX FM 1 DISPLAY
DVD
87.5 MHz MENU
EXIT
POWER MODE
VOL TUNE
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AM
ON FM 1 OFF
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Bluetooth phone setting When the Bluetooth is turned on, press the [PAIR] soft
Press the [ON]/[OFF] soft button to turn on/off button to pair Bluetooth mode (illustration) and using
Bluetooth. The Bluetooth icon will display on the up the mobile phone to search the Bluetooth facility and
right side of the screen when turned on. pair setting at the same time. When the [ROEWE]
facility is found, press the enter button on the mobile
phone and enter the password ‘1234’
PAIRING...
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The pair completion interface will be displayed Answer phone
once pair is completed.
When there is incoming call, the player will sus-
pend all in play and enter answer interface (illustra-
tion).
FM
PAIR OK AM
AS
IMPORTANT
When using another mobile phone with Bluetooth to Press the [ANSWER] soft button to answer and
pair with play device, new pair need to be enter handfree mode, communication can be real-
established. ized through sound box and microphone. During
communication, press the [PRIVATE] button to
Press [EXIT] soft button to exit Bluetooth phone switch to personal answering mode (using mobile
setting. phone). Press the [EXIT] button to switch playing
device answering. Press the [HANG UP] button
again to hang off.
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Call out
IMPORTANT
When calling out, the player will suspend all in play
The Bluetooth connection distance is around 4 and enter the calling out interface (illustration). The
meters. The Bluetooth connection between mobile function of the button is same as the phone answering
phone and the player will be switched to personal
mode.
answering mode when the distance is beyond the
above distance, and Bluetooth connection will be
automatically established if reenter the connection
area.
FM
AS
AM
PRIVATE
PHONE
DVD MENU
ANSWER HANG UP
POWER MODE
VOL TUNE
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AUX function Press any soft button in the soft keyboard to pick
Press the [AUX] button to play external video and menu (illustration) when playing external video or
audio, press ‘FM’, ‘AM’ or ‘DVD’ button to switch audio, press ‘EXIT’ soft button to exit external play
mode. mode.
FM
AUX AS
AM
DVD MENU
EXIT
.
A. V
POWER MODE
TUNE
.
VOL
A.V
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FM
AS
BASS BALANCE
BASS BALANCE
AM
TREBLE
FM 1 FADER
87.5 MHz
DVD MENU
EXIT
TREBLE BASS FADER
POWER MODE
VOL TUNE
0 .......
DVD MP3 WMA EXIT
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FM
BASS BALANCE AS
AM
FM 1
BRIGHT CONTRST
87.5 MHz
DVD MENU
TREBLE FA D E R FADER
POWER
COLOR EXIT
MODE
VOL TUNE
C ....... .......
EXIT DVD MP3 WMA
Exit
Press the [EXIT] soft button to exit sound effect setting.
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6 ....... 6 .......
COLOR EXIT COLOR EXIT
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Seats & Restraints
114 Seats
118 Seat Belts
122 Airbag Supplementary
Restraint Sys-tem (SRS)
127 Child Restraints
Seats & Restraints
Head restraints
3 Seats & Restraints
Seats
Correct seating position Adjust the head restraint so that the cushion
To avoid loss of control and personal injury, is level with the back of the head - not the
DO NOT adjust the seats while the car is neck.
moving.
Take care when adjusting the height of the
driver's seat - a rear seat passenger’s feet
might become trapped when lowering the seat
rearwards.
DO NOT allow front seat occupants to travel
with the seat backs reclined steeply
rearwards. Optimum benefit is obtained
from the seat belt with the backrest angle set to
approximately 25° from the upright (vertical).
Head restraints are designed to prevent the head from
The driver and front passenger seats should be
backward movement in the event of a collision or
positioned as far rearward as practical. A properly
heavy brake, and to reduce the risk of head and neck
adjusted seat helps reduce the risk of injury from sitting
injuries.
too close to an inflating airbag.
Make sure ideally the seat position should be Depress the button (arrowed) to push the head
comfortable and enables you to maintain full control of restraint downward and lower its position, or to lift the
the vehicle. The steering wheel can be held with the head restraint upward and raise its position. The head
arms and legs slightly bent. restraint can be removed if lifted upward far enough.
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4 Backrest Adjustment
Twist the switch (Illustration 2) forward or
backwards until the desired angle is achieved.
5 Lumbar Support
Rotate the handwheel (Illustration 3) to adjust.
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2 2
1 1
4 Backrest Adjustment
Twist the switch (Illustration 2) forward or backwards
until the desired angle is achieved.
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Your car is equipped with 3-point seat belts for all outer
position seats and 2-point safety belt for the rear
middle seat.
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Fastening the belt metal tongue plate into the buckle nearest the wearer.
DO NOT attach any additional device to the A ‘click’ indicates that the belt is securely locked.
safety belt in any way that could impede its
smooth operation. Releasing the belt
Press the red button on the seat belt buckle and
release the belt.
IMPORTANT
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IMPORTANT
The replacement and removal of a pre-tensioner
must be operated by trained technicians from your
dealer.
After 12 years from the initial date of registration
(or installation date of a replacement seat belt pre-
tensioner), some components will need to be
replaced by your dealer, who should record and
stamp on the page of the Service History section
of Warranty and Maintenance Manual, and make
sure the traceability of product.
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Airbag Supplementary Restraint Sys- The airbag SRS incorporates front airbags for both the
tem (SRS) driver and front seat passenger, located in the centre
pad of the steering wheel and the fascia panel above
Airbag supplementary restraint system the glovebox.
The front airbag SRS provides ADDITIONAL
NOTE: Front airbag is not designed to operate as a
protection in a severe impact only. It does
result of rear collision, minor frontal or side impacts, or
not replace the need to wear a seat belt. if the vehicle overturns; nor will it operate as a result
of heavy braking.
NOTE: Inflation and deflation of the front airbags
takes place very quickly and will not protect against
the effects of secondary impacts that may occur.
Provided the front seat occupants are correctly seated,
with seat belts properly worn, the airbags will provide
additional protection to the chest and facial areas in
the event of the car receiving a severe frontal impact.
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IMPORTANT
Even if the vehicle is equipped with airbags, you
should always wear seat belts to reduce the risk of
severe casualty in the event of a collision. Wearing
seat belts helps reduce the possibility of hitting, or
being pushed away from, any object in the interior
of the car. The airbags are ‘supplementary protec-
tion’ to seat belts. They’re aid to, NOT replace-
ment of, seat belts.
The airbags together with the 3-point seat belts
provide optimum protection for adults, but not so
for children. The airbags or seat belts are not
designed for children who should be protected by In the event of a collision, the airbag control unit
child restraints. monitors the rate of deceleration or acceleration
induced by the collision, to determine whether the
Airbag deployment
airbags should be deployed.
To minimize the risk of accidental injury
from inflating airbags, seat belts should be Operation of the airbag is not dependent on the speed
correctly worn at all times. In addition, both driver of the vehicle, but on the type and size of object hit,
and front seat passenger should adjust their seat angle of impact and the rate at which the car changes
to provide the maximum practical distance from
speed as a result of a collision.
the front airbags.
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Deployment of the airbag is not estimate by the
ponderance of vehicle's damage. IMPORTANT
Obstructions between an airbag and the occupant
Airbag inflation is virtually instantaneous and occurs may affect the correct deployment of the airbag, or
with considerable force, accompanied by a loud noise. even protrude into the body of the occupant and
The inflated bag, together with the seat belt restraint cause severe injury or death. Obstructions are not
system, limits the movement of a front seat occupant, allowed to interfere with the airbag inflation pas-
thereby reducing the risk of injury to the head and sages. Accessories are not allowed to be attached
upper torso. to or obscuring steering wheel over or an airbag
cover.
When an airbag inflates, a fine powder is released. Front seat passenger is not allowed to place feet,
This is not an indication of malfunction, however, the knees or any other part of the anatomy in contact
powder may cause irritation to the skin and should be with, or in close proximity to, a front airbag cover.
thoroughly flushed from the eyes and any cuts or If an occupant is seated too close to an airbag at
abrasions of the skin. After inflation, front airbags the time of its deployment, the inflated airbag can
cause facial abrasions and other injuries.
deflate immediately. This ensures that the driver’s
forward vision is not obscured.
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IMPORTANT
Replacement and removal of the airbag module
must be operated by trained technicians from your
dealer.
After 12 years from the initial date of registration
(or installation date of a replacement airbag),
some components will need to be replaced by
your dealer, who should record and stamp on the
page of the Service History section of Warranty
and Maintenance Manual, and make sure the
traceability of product.
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IMPORTANT
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Starting and Driving
Locks & Alarm your car. If a key is lost or broken, a replacement can
4 Starting and Driving
Alarm system
Your car is fitted with an engine immobilization and
electronic anti-theft alarm system. In order to ensure
maximum security and operating convenience, you are
strongly advised to gain a full understanding of the
features and alternatives available, by thoroughly
1 Door lock reading this section of the handbook.
2 Boot release
Engine immobilization
3 Door unlock Engine immobilization is designed to safeguard the
You have been supplied with two keys (with remote vehicle from theft, should the driver forget to lock the
keys) which operate all locks. The keys supplied with doors and prevents the engine from being started
your car are programmed to your security system. The unless the ORIGINAL key is inserted into the starter
engine cannot be started without a key programmed to switch.
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Engine immobilization is automatic active whenever Anti-theft alarm system
any of the following conditions occur: Using the remote key
Three seconds after the starter switch has been
turned off.
If the key is removed from the starter switch.
The engine will be re-mobilized automatically and start
whenever the original key is inserted into the starter
switch and turned to the second position.
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‘partial alarm function’ is operational to protect all When the alarm is partially armed: (mislock)
closed doors, bonnet and boot. Doors, bonnet or boot
The light flashes SLOWLY for 10 seconds, then
that opened will not be protected. As soon as the open
flashes as an anti- theft deterrent (as above) until the
door is closed, the anti-theft alarm system is
alarm is disarmed.
automatically activated to full protection condition.
1 7 40
200 minute or until the starter switch is turned on.
220
20
0 8 0 240
If alarm sounds
RPMx1000
KM/H
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button with the unlocking symbol (illustration 1), the Interior door handle
indicator on the unlocking button illuminates Doors can be opened with the Interior door handle:
(illustration 2).
1 Pull the Interior door handle once to unlock the door
NOTE: The indicator on the unlocking button lock;
illuminates when the door is unlocked. 2 Pull again to open the door.
NOTE: The master locking switch does not function if
the anti-theft alarm system is in operation. Automatic (Speed-related) locking
This feature locks all the doors automatically when the
road speed exceeds 4 km/h.
1 When turn the start key to the “0” position, unlocking all
2 doors. *
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Luggage comartment
DO NOT drive with the luggage compart-
ment open, as poisonous exhaust gases will
enter the car.
If driving with the luggage compartment
open is essential, or the sealing strips of the
luggage compartment is broken, make sure all
windows are closed, and keep the fan running at
max under the ventilation mode. This will force the
outside air entering the passenger compartment.
The boot can be opened by pressing and holding the
boot release button on the remote handset, or pressing
The luggage compartment interior lights switch on
the boot release button in the driver's footwell from
automatically when the boot is opened. The luggage
inside the car.
compartment is automatically locked when the boot is
closed.
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Starting and Driving
Position 1
Unlocking the steering
Steering unlocked.
After inserting the key, a small movement of the
Individual electrical equipment and accessories
steering wheel while turning the starter switch to the
can now be operated, wiper, sunroof, etc.
first position will help to disengage the steering lock.
Position 2
Locking the steering
All instruments, warning lights and electrical cir-
cuits are operational. After removing the key, turn the steering wheel until
the lock engages.
Position 3
Starter motor operates (The operation of some Starting the engine
electrical functions will be interrupted during engine Never start or leave the engine running in an
cranking) - release the key immediately after the unventilated building - exhaust gases are
engine starts (the key will automatically return to poisonous, which can cause unconsciousness and
the second position). The operation of some elec- may even be fatal.
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Catalytic converters can be damaged if the operate for longer, it is essential that all unnecessary
wrong fuel is used. Before starting the electrical equipment is switched off while cranking.
engine, you should be aware of the precautions
detailed under ‘Catalytic converter’. Driving
Starting the engine: Warming up
1 Check that the handbrake is on and that the gear In the interest of fuel economy, it is advisable to drive
lever is in ‘P’ or ‘N’ position for automatic gearbox. the car soon after starting. Remember that harsh
acceleration, or laboring the engine before the normal
2 Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment
(including the air conditioning). operational temperature has been reached, can
damage the engine.
3 Turn the starter key to the third position to start the
starter motor and the engine. Parking
NOTE: Release the key as soon as the engine has After bringing the car to a stop, select ‘P’ position for
started. The key will return to the second position the gear lever, before releasing the foot brake and
automatically. Continued use of the starter motor will switching off the engine.
not only discharge the battery, but also damage the
starter motor and the catalytic converter. After periods of strenuous towing (particularly at high
DO NOT press the accelerator pedal while starting and altitude or in hot weather), it is good practice to allow
DO NOT operate the starter motor for more than 15 the engine to idle for a few minutes before switching
seconds at one time. If the engine fails to start, switch off. This will enable the engine cooling system to
off and wait for at least 10 seconds before trying again. continue operating for a while in order to reduce heat
Cold climates under the bonnet.
In temperatures of -10oC and below, engine cranking
times will increase. As the starter motor may need to
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Environment protection not only reduces fuel consumption, but aslo can
Your car has been designed with the latest technology reduce the emission of poisonous gases as well.
in order to minimize the environmental impact of
exhaust emissions. Switch off the engine when waiting in traffic
When it is obvious that the car will be stationary for
Driving style several minutes or more, and provided it is safe to do
The way in which you drive your car has a significant so, switch off the engine. The impact on the
bearing on environmental pollution, as well as affecting environment of starting the engine again will be less
the amount of fuel you use. than the effect of allowing the engine to idle for 45
seconds or more.
Avoid full throttle acceleration
Steady, rather than rapid, acceleration uses con-
siderably less fuel, reduces exhaust pollutants and
also minimizes the wear to mechanical components.
Drive smoothly
Anticipating obstructions and slowing down well in
advance, avoids the need for unnecessary
acceleration and harsh braking. A smooth driving style
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Do not switch off the engine when the car is in Fuel System
motion with a drive gear selected.
Type of fuel
Consult your dealer if you think your car is burning
too much oil, as this will progressively reduce cata- Use only fuel recommended for your car.
lyst efficiency. Serious damage to the catalytic converter
will occur if the wrong fuel is used.
If a misfire is suspected, or the car lacks power
while driving, contact your dealer for inspection at Your car is equipped with catalytic converter. For this
your earliest opportunity. reason, use ONLY unleaded gasoline. Use 93 RON
Do not run the engine with a spark plug or lead and above unleaded petrol.
removed.
Safety on the forecourt
Do not drive on terrain likely to subject the under-
side of the car to heavy impacts. Petroleum gases are highly inflammable
and, in confined spaces, are also extremely
NOTE: Any engine misfire, loss of engine explosive.
performance or engine run-on, could seriously
damage the catalytic converter. For this reason, it is Always take care when refueling:
vital that unqualified persons do not tamper with the
Switch off the engine.
engine and that regular maintenance is carried out in
accordance with the car’s service internal plan show Do not smoke or use a naked flame.
in the Warranty and Maintenance Manual.
Do not use a mobile phone.
Avoid spilling fuel.
Do not overfill the tank.
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Fuel filler the cap. When filling the tank, the cap can be inserted
to the hole specially designed for the cap on the fuel
filler flap.
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Inertia switch supply, shut off the interior lights and the hazard
warning lights.
Always check for fuel leaks before resetting
the inertia switch. The inertia switch is located behind the glove-box and
can be reached from underneath by removing the four
fixings securing the access cover.
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‘P’ Park
In this position the gearbox is locked to prevent the car
from rolling away. Select ONLY when the car is sta-
tionary and with the handbrake applied.
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‘N’ Neutral Gear change speeds
Use this position when the car is stationary and the With ‘D’ selected, the road speeds at which gear
engine is to idle for a short period (e.g. at traffic lights). changes take place will vary according to the position
of the accelerator: minimum acceleration will result in
‘D’ Drive
gear changes at low road speeds, while larger throttle
Select for all normal driving; fully automatic gear
openings will cause the gearbox to delay gear changes
changing occurs on all five forward gears, according to
until faster road speeds have been reached (thereby
road speed and accelerator position.
increasing the rate of acceleration).
‘4’ (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears)
Automatic gear changing is limited to the lower four With practice, gear changes can be made to occur at a
gears only; use this position for town driving and on wide range of road speeds depending on accelerator
winding country roads. position.
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Mode switch either of the other modes, pull the switch towards the
rear of the car.
Sport mode
S Push the switch towards the front of the car to
select (‘S’ appears in the digital display of the
instrument pack). With Sport mode selected, the
gearbox is more responsive to accelerator pedal
movement - downshifts occur earlier and upshifts are
delayed to make optimum use of the engine’s power
while accelerating.
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If the engine should stop for any reason while driving, brake, after first ensuring that you are at a safe
bring the car to a halt as quickly as traffic conditions distance from other road users.
safely allow, and DO NOT pump the brake pedal lest
Electronic brake force distribution (EBD)
the braking system lose any remaining vacuum servo-
Your car is equipped with EBD, which, in order to
assistance available.
maintain braking efficiency, automatically proportions
Brake pads the distribution of braking forces between front and
DO NOT rest your foot on the brake pedal rear axles, under all load conditions.
while driving; this may overheat the brakes,
reduce their efficiency and cause excessive wear. The EBD system incorporates a monitoring system,
which is linked to the brake system warning light (refer
For the first 500 km, you should avoid situations where to ‘Brake system’) on the instrument pack. If this light
heavy braking is required. illuminates while driving, or remains illuminated after
releasing the hand brake. There is a fault with the
Remember that regular servicing is vital to ensure that
braking system, EBD may not be available. If this
all the brake components are examined for wear at the
occurs, stop the car as soon as safety permits and
correct intervals, and changed when required to
contact your dealer. DO NOT drive the car with the
ensure long term safety and optimum performance.
brake system warning light illuminated.
Refer to ‘Brake pad wear’ .
Wet conditions
Driving through water or very heavy rain may
adversely affect braking efficiency. Dry the braking
surfaces by intermittent light application of the foot
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) recognized by a rapid pulsation felt through the brake
pedal.
ABS cannot overcome the physical
limitations of stopping the car in too short a Braking in an emergency
distance, or the danger of aquaplaning, i.e.
where a layer of water prevents adequate contact DO NOT pump the brake pedal at any time;
between the tyres and the road surface. this will interrupt operation of the ABS and
may increase braking distance.
The fact that a car is fitted with ABS must never tempt
If an emergency situation occurs, the driver should
the driver into taking risks that could affect his/her
apply full braking effort even when the road surface is
safety or that of other road users. In all cases, it
slippery. The ABS will ensure that the wheels do not
remains the driver’s responsibility to drive within
lock and that the car is brought to a halt in the shortest
normal safety margins, having due consideration for
possible distance for the prevailing road surface
prevailing weather and traffic conditions.
conditions.
ABS is designed to prevent the wheels from locking
NOTE: On soft surfaces such as powdery snow, sand
while braking, thereby enabling the driver to retain
or gravel, the braking distance required by ABS may
steering control of the car. be greater than for non-ABS braking. This is because
Under normal braking conditions, ABS will not be the natural action of locked wheels on soft surfaces is
to build up a wedge of surface material in front which
activated. However, should the braking force exceed
assists the car to stop.
the available adhesion between the tyres and the road
No matter how hard you brake, you should be able to
surface causing the wheels to lock, then ABS will
continue steering the vehicle as NORMAL.
automatically come into operation. This will be
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Hand brake
IMPORTANT DO NOT drive with the hand brake applied,
or apply the hand brake while the car is in
ABS cannot reliably compensate for driver error or
inexperience. motion; this could result in loss of control, prevent
ABS from functioning correctly, and may even
cause damage to the rear brakes.
ABS Warning light
Refer to ‘ABS’.
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warning light will be shown on the message center Cruise Control*
display.
Cruise control
Press the TC switch for a longer time (more than 2
seconds) to disable both TC and DSC systems.
Warning lights for both systems will be shown on
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5
NOTE: When driving with snow chains fitted, it is 3&
4
recommended that traction control be disabled.
NOTE: Disabled DSC and TC systems will not affect
the function of ABS.
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NOTE: Using ‘sport’ mode on automatic gearbox speed your desired cruise control system comes
vehicles is not recommended with cruise control into operation.
selected. 2 Accelerate until the desired cruising speed is
The following precautions must be observed when reached. This must be above the system’s minimum
using cruise control: operational speed of 40 km/h and below the
maximum operating speed of 200 km/h.
DO NOT attempt to use cruise control when using
NOTE: The set speed held in the cruise control
reverse gear.
memory will be cancelled when either the cruise
DO NOT use cruise control on winding or slippery control master switch or the starter switch is turned
road surfaces, or in traffic conditions where a con- off.
stant speed cannot easily be maintained. 3 Cruise control will now maintain that speed without
ALWAYS switch off the master switch when you no the need to use the accelerator pedal.
longer intend to use cruise control. With cruise control operating, speed can be increased
by normal use of the accelerator, e.g. for overtaking.
To operate the cruise control
When the accelerator pedal is released, road speed
The cruise control system has three switches; a master will return to the selected cruising speed.
switch on the console and two control switches
marked ‘SET+’ and ‘RES’ mounted on the steering To increase the set cruising speed
wheel. Lift and hold the ‘SET+’ switch - the car will accelerate
automatically. Release the switch as soon as the
1 Press the master switch (the switch indicator light desired speed has been reached.
and the warning light in the instrument pack
illuminate) and lift the ‘SET’ on the wheel when the Alternatively, the set speed can be increased
incrementally by ‘tapping’ the ‘SET+’ switch. Each
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operation of the switch will increase the speed by Parking Aid
approximately 1.5 km/h.
Ultrasonic sensor parking aid system
Disengaging cruise control The parking aid is not infallible. It is for
Cruise control will automatically disengage in following guidance only! The sensors may not be able
condition: to detect certain types of obstruction, e.g. narrow
Depress the brake posts or small objects no more than a few inches
wide, small objects close to the ground, objects
Operation the ‘RES’ switch above the level of the boot and some objects with
To re-engage cruise control at the previously set non-reflective surfaces.
speed, operate the ‘RES’ switch.
Keep the sensors free from dirt, ice and
snow. If deposits build up on the surface of
the sensors, their performance may be impaired.
When washing the car, avoid aiming high pressure
water jets directly at the sensors form close range.
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60cm
Four ultrasonic sensors, situated in the rear bumper,
scan an area behind the car searching for obstructions.
If an obstruction is detected, the sensors calculate its
distance from the rear of the car and communicate this
information to the driver by sounding warning chimes.
It is important to remember that the system is no more
than an AID to parking. It is not foolproof in operation,
nor is it a substitute for observation and personal
judgment.
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Once the obstruction is within 35 cm of the rear DO NOT carry unsecured equipment, tools or luggage
bumper, the chimes merge into a continuous warn- that could move, causing personal injury in the event of
ing tone. an accident, or emergency maneuver - where possible,
If the obstruction is within 25cm of the rear bumper use the seat belts to secure luggage carried on rear
(blind point), perhaps the warning stops chiming. seats.
If the distance between the car and an obstruction
to the side of the car remains unchanged for over
three seconds, the warning chimes cease.
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To increase luggage space, press either of the release Carrying long loads
catches (arrowed) and fold the seat backrest forward.
Ensure that all long loads which project into
Rear seat backrests ‘latch secure’ indicators the passenger compartment are securely
restrained.
Ensure that the rear seat backrest is
securely latched in the upright position
when the rear seat is in use and when loads are
carried in the luggage area behind.
NOTE: When returning the rear seat backrest to the A fold down hatch is fitted in the middle of the rear
upright position, ensure that the seat belts are not seat. This enables longer loads to be carried at the
trapped.
same time as two rear passenger.
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Make sure that BOTH batteries are of the Starting the car
same voltage (12 volts) and that the booster Ensure that each booster cable connection
cables are approved for use with 12 volt car is securely made and that there is no risk of
batteries. the clips accidentally slipping from the battery
terminals (as a result of engine vibration, for
example); this could cause sparking, which could
lead to fire or explosion.
3 Check that the cables are clear of moving parts of Vehicle Recovery
both engines, then start the engine of the donor
vehicle and allow it to idle for a few minutes. Towing eyes
4 Now start the engine of the vehicle with the DO NOT use a tow rope that is twisted - any
discharged battery. Once the engines are running untwisting force could unscrew the front
normally, allow them to idle over two minutes. towing eye.
NOTE: If the vehicle still can not be started after
several attempts,the vehicle may need service. DO NOT use the rear towing point to tow a
trailer or caravan.
5 Switch off the engine of the donor vehicle.
6 Disconnect the booster cables. Disconnecting the
booster cables must be an exact reversal of the
procedure used to connect them.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT switch on any electrical equipments on the
previously disabled vehicle until AFTER the booster
cables have been removed.
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car should a breakdown or accident occur. They are
not designed for towing other vehicles, and must
NEVER be used to tow a trailer or caravan.
The front towing eye is stored in the tool kit which is Before being towed:
placed in the spare wheel beneath the loadspace floor DO NOT turn the starter switch off (Position
when not in use. To fit the front towing eye, remove the 0) while the car is being towed on four
small cover set into the front bumper by pressing firmly wheels - this will prevent the steering wheel from
being turned. 5
on the bottom right corner, then screw the towing eye
into its mounting behind the bumper (see illustration). Turn the starter key to the first position to unlock
Ensure the towing eye is fully tightened. the steering and then to the second position to
enable the brake lights, wipers and direction indi-
NOTE: The towing eye cover may be secured to the cators to be operated if necessary. If, due to electri-
bumper by a plastic cord.
cal fault, disconnect the batter before turning the
Both towing points are intended for use by qualified switch to the first position.
recovery specialists to assist in the recovery of your
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Place the automatic gearbox lever in neutral (N). Wheel Replacement
Release the handbrake.
Spare wheel & Tools
While being towed:
2
DO NOT allow the car to be towed further
than 50km. The towing vehicle should never
exceed 50km/h.
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Positioning the jack Position the jack on firm level ground under the jacking
Never work beneath the car with the jack as point nearest the wheel to be removed. NEVER
the only means of support. The jack is position the jack on soft road surfaces, metal grids
designed for wheel changing only! and/or sewage covers.
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Fuse boxes
There are two fuse boxes in the car:
The passenger compartment fuse box (located
behind the front passenger glove box).
Engine compartment fuse box (located in the
Check a suspect fuse by removing it from the fuse box engine compartment).
and looking for a break in the wire inside the fuse.
The location and value of each fuse is shown on the
IMPORTANT charts attached to the underside of the fuse box
covers.
Only replace a fuse with one of the same or lower
rating. A separate module containing spare fuses is attached
to the passenger compartment fuse box.
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F F F F F F R R
F F F F F F
F F F F F F
R R
F F F F F F
F F F F F F
F F F F F F
F F F F F F
The passenger compartment fuse box is located
F F F F F F
behind the front passenger glove box. A flat-bladed F F F F F F
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If a replacement fuse fails almost immediately, refer Passenger Compartment Fuse Specifica-
the problem to a qualified technician. tions
Passenger Compartment Fuse Specifica- Fuse
Rating Circuit protected
tions Number
Outside mirrors, temperature
Fuse F11 5A control module, ICE system,
Rating Circuit protected
Number window switch
F1 20A BCU - Central door locking F12 5A Air bag SRS DCU
Parking aid*, rain sensor, Light switch module,
F2 10A
Interior mirror F13 5A
brake pedal switch
F3 10A Cigar lighter
F14 5A Alternator
F4 30A Screen washer pump
F15 5A Instruments
F5 - Not used
Instruments, automatic gearbox
F16 5A
F6 - Not used selector, GIM
F7 10A BCU - Interior lights F17 5A BCU - wiper and A/C sensor
F8 5A Instruments F18 5A Heated mirror
Clock, steering angle sensor, Traction control - DSC module
F9 5A
diagnostics socket F19 10A and switch, steering angle
Engine control module, sensor
F10 10A
fuel pump reply F20 - Not used
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Fuse Fuse
Rating Circuit protected Rating Circuit protected
Number Number
F21 - Not used BCU - Remote door locking,
F32 5A
F22 - Not used interior lights
F25 5A Light switch module F35 30A BCU - Front window motor
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Fuse
Rating Circuit protected
Number
F44 30A Alarm relay
F45 15A Horn alarm
F46 - Not used
F47 - Not used
F48 - Not used
F49 20A Heated seats
F50 - Not used
The fuse box is located on the left hand side of the
F51 30A Driver‘s seat switch engine compartment. Press the catch (arrowed in
F52 - Not used illustration) to release the hinged cover.
F53 30A Driver‘s seat switch
Replacing a fuse
F54 - Not used Owners are advised against removing or replacing the
fusible fuses in this fuse box. Failure of the fuses in
this box should be investigated by a qualified
technician.
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Tail lights bulbs replacement 7 Remove the rear direction indicator bulb with the
bulb holder from the rear light unit.
8 Remove the rear direction indicator bulb from the
bulb holder.
9 Remove the rear fog light bulb with the bulb holder
from the rear light unit.
10 Remove the rear fog light bulb from the bulb holder.
Side repeater light bulb replacement
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1 Push the lens firmly towards the front of the car to Boot light bulb replacement
release the light unit.
2 Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the
side repeater light unit.
3 Twist slightly to remove the side repeater light bulb
with the bulb holder from the light unit.
4 Pull to remove the bulb from the its socket.
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190 Maintenance
192 Bonnet
193 Engine Compartment
194 Engine
195 Cooling System
197 Brakes
198 Power Steering
199 Battery
201 Washers
204 Wipers
205 Tyres
207 Cleaning & Vehicle Care
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these checks yourself and some advices are given on Special conditions
the pages that follow. If your car is frequently used in dusty conditions, or
operated in extreme climates where sub-zero or very
Daily checks high ambient temperatures are normal, more frequent
Operation of lights, horn, direction indicators, wip- attention may need to be paid to servicing
ers, washers and warning lights. requirements. You need to carry out soecial mainten or
Operation of seat belts and brakes. contact your dealer for advice.
Look for fluid deposits underneath the car that Safety in the garage
might indicate a leak.
Cooling fans may commence operating after
Weekly checks the engine is switched off, and continue
Engine oil level operating for a number of minutes. Keep clear of
all fans while working in the engine compartment.
NOTE: The engine oil level should be checked more
frequently if the car is driven for prolonged period at If you need to carry out maintenance, observe the
high speeds.
following safety precautions at all times:
Coolant level
Keep your hands and clothing away from drive
Brake fluid level belts and pulleys.
Power steering fluid level If the car has been driven recently, DO NOT
Screen washer fluid level TOUCH exhaust and cooling system components
until the engine has cooled.
Tyre pressure and condition
Operate air conditioning
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DO NOT TOUCH electrical leads or components For your own safety, ALWAYS read and obey all
while the engine is running, or with the starter instructions printed on labels and containers.
switch turned on.
Used engine oil
NEVER leave the engine running in an unventi-
Prolonged contact with engine oil may cause serious
lated area-exhaust gases are poisonous and harm-
skin disorders, including dermatitis and cancer of the
ful for your health.
skin. Wash thoroughly after contact.Used engine oil
DO NOT work underneath the car with a wheel should be disposed of properly, it can be threat to the
changing jack as the only means of support. environmental.
Ensure sparks and naked lights are kept away from
the engine compartment.
Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Remove wristwatch and jewellery before working in
the engine compartment.
DO NOT allow tools or metal parts of the car to
make contact with the battery leads or terminals.
Poisonous fluid
Fluids used in motor vehicles are poisonous and
should not be consumed or brought into contact with
open wounds. These include: battery acid, anti-freeze,
brake and power steering fluid, petrol, engine oil and
windscreen washer additives.
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Bonnet 1 From inside the car, pull the bonnet release handle
(1).
Bonnet opening 2 Release the bonnet safety catch. Dependent on the
DO NOT drive with the bonnet retained by model,one of two different release mechanisms will
the safety catch alone. be fitted:
Push the lever mounted on the bonnet locking
platform towards the rear of the car (A).
A Lift the lever, which protrudes through the front
grille (B).
3 Raise the bonnet.
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4 6 15 3
1 Engine oil dipstick (yellow)
6
2 Brake reservoir (black cap)
3 3 Engine oil filler (yellow cap)
51 4 Coolant reservoir (black cap)
1 Engine oil dipstick (yellow) 5 Power steering fluid reservoir (black cap)
2 Brake reservoir (black cap) 6 Washer reservoir (blue cap)
3 Engine oil filler (yellow cap)
4 Coolant reservoir (black cap)
5 Power steering fluid reservoir (black cap)
6 Washer reservoir (blue cap)
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Engine
Oil level check & top-up
Driving the car with the engine oil level
ABOVE the upper mark, or BELOW the lower
mark on the dipstick, will damage the engine.
HIG
H
Take care to avoid spilling engine oil onto a
LOW
hot engine , a fire may result.
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MAX M
AX
MIN M
IN
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Remove the cap to check the level of the coolant. If the Anti-freeze
level is below the 'MIN' mark, top-up the coolant. Anti-freeze is poisonous and can be fatal if
swallowed - keep containers sealed and
NOTE: When topping - up, avoid spillage on body out of the reach of children. If accidental
panels - anti - freeze will damage painted surface. consumption is suspected, seek medical attention
If the coolant level falls appreciably during a short immediately.
period, suspect leakage and contact authoried service
contor for inspection at your earlist opportunity. Prevent anti-freeze coming into contact with
the skin or eyes. If this occurs, rinse
immediately with plenty of water.
Coolant specification
Please use the coolant (mix of water and anti-freeze)
which is recommended and certified by the manu-
facturer. Please refer to 'Recommended Lubricants
and Fluids'.
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The power steering fluid level should be checked Battery
weekly when the system is cold and with the car
resting on level ground. Battery maintenance
DO NOT keep the onboard electronic
Remove the filler cap and, using a clean lint-free cloth,
components on for a long time while the
wipe the dipstick clean. Refit the cap fully and remove
engine is not running. Otherwise the battery would
again to check the fluid level. If necessary, top-up the be discharged too much, and the car could not be
fluid until the level is between the upper and lower started as a result.
marks on the dipstick (arrowed).
Remove any wristwatch and jewellery before
NOTE: Power steering fluid will damage painted
working in the engine compartment.
surfaces. If spillage of power steering fluid on painted
surfaces occurs when topping-up, soak up any
spillage with an absorbent cloth immediately and
wash the area with water.
Power steering fluid specification
Please use the power steering fluid which is
recommended and certified by the manufacturer.
Please refer to 'Recommended Lubricants and Fluids'.
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Open the bonnet. To access the battery, unclip and Battery replacement
remove the battery cover as shown in illustration.
Batteries contain sulphuric acid, which is
The battery is designed to be maintenance free, so both corrosive and poisonous.
topping-up is unnecessary. On the top of the battery
Only fit a replacement battery if the same type and
there is a battery condition indicator (arrowed in
specification as the original. Please ask your dealer to
illustration). Examine the indicator periodically to check
remove and install the battery.
the battery's condition. When the indicator shows:
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Washer specification
Please use the washer fluid which is recommended
The windscreen washer reservoir supplies front screen
and certified by the manufacturer. Please refer to
washer jets.
'Recommended Lubricants and Fluids'.
Check the reservoir level every week.
Wiper blades
IMPORTANT
Grease, silicon and petrol based products impair
the blade’s wiping capability. Wash the wiper
blades in warm soapy water and periodically
check their condition.
If signs of hardness or cracking in the rubber are
found, or if the wiper leave streaks or unwiped
areas on the screen, then the wiper blades should
be replaced. 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windscreen.
Clean the windscreen regularly with an approved 2 Squeeze the two locating tags and pivot the blade
glass cleaner and ensure the screen is thoroughly awayfrom the wiper arm.
cleaned before fitting replacement wiper blades.
3 Unhook the blade from the wiper arm and discard.
Only fit replacement wiper blades that are identical
4 Locate the tip of the new wiper blade in the slot in
to the original specification.
the wiperarm.
5 Pivot the wiper blade towards the arm until the
locatingtags engage.
6 Check that the blade is fitted correctly to the arm
beforepositioning on the windscreen.
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Tyres fitted as original equipment have wear indicators Replacement tyres
moulded into the tread pattern at several points around DO NOT replace wheels with any tyre other
the circumference. When the tread has worn down to than genuine parts. Alternative wheels,
1.6 mm, the indicators will come to the surface of the which do not meet original equipment specifi-
tread pattern, producing the effect of a continuous cations may adversely affect the car’s driving
band of rubber across the width of the tyre. characteristics .
NOTE: If tyre wear is uneven (on one side of the tyre Always have replacement wheels and tyres balanced
only), the wheel alignment should be inspection by before use.
your dealer.
NOTE: Please visit your dealer for tyre replacement.
IMPORTANT
A tyre MUST be replaced as soon as a wear indicator
becomes visible.
Punctured tyres
The tyre may not leak if penetrated by a sharp object,
provided the object remains in the tyre. If you are
aware of this occurring, reduce speed immediately and
drive with caution until the spare wheel can be fitted, or
repairs undertaken.
Cleaning & Vehicle Care a good quality cleaner. Always use plenty of water to
ensure that grit is flushed from the surface and not
Washing your car ground into the paintwork. After washing, rinse the
Some high pressure cleaning systems will bodywork with clean water and dry off with a chamois
penetrate door, window and sunroof seals, leather.
and damage lock mechanisms. DO NOT aim water
jet directly at components that might be easily Removing tar spots
damaged. Use tar cleaner used in vehicle maintenance to remove
tar spots and stubborn grease stains from the
Road dirt, oil, airborne pollutants and deposits from paintwork, then wash the area immediately with water.
birds and trees can damage the paintwork. In order to
preserve the paint finish, wash the car frequently and Cleaning the underside
observe the following care points: In winter, if salt has been used on the roads, use a
hose to wash the underside of the car. Flush away
DO NOT use hot water to wash the car. accumulations of mud and thoroughly clean those
In hot weather, DO NOT wash the car in direct sun- areas where debris can easily collect.
light.
Engine compartment
When using a hose, DO NOT aim the water directly DO NOT use a high pressure hose to clean
at window, door or sunroof, or through wheel aper- the engine compartment - damage to the
tures onto the brake components, car’s electronic system may occur.
If the car is particularly dirty, use a hose to flush grime
and grit from the bodywork, prior to washing. Then, The engine compartment must only be cleaned by
wash the car using cold or lukewarm water containing steam cleaning.
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Wax to provide a protective coating between the
Automatic car washes
paint and the elements.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT
Automatic car washes may damage roof. Avoid using
automatic car washes with brushes. Before using any Avoid applying polish or wax products to window
automatic car wash, always check its suitability for glass and rubber seals.
your car. If in any doubt seek assistance from the car
wash operator. Wiper blades
Body protection Wash in warm soapy water. DO NOT use spirit or
After washing, examine the paintwork for damage. If petrol based cleaners.
the damage has revealed scratches and bare metal, or
more extensive damage to paint or bodywork, must be Windows and mirrors
repaired in accordance with your dealer. Regularly clean all windows, inside and out, using an
Polishing the paintwork approved glass cleaner.
Occasionally treat the paint surface with a polish Windscreen: In particular, clean the outside of the
containing the following properties: screen with glass cleaner after washing the car with
Very mild abrasives that will remove surface con- wash and wax products, and before fitting new wiper
tamination without removing or damaging the paint blades.
Filling compounds that will fill scratches and Rear screen: Clean the inside with a soft cloth, using
reduce their visibility. a side to side motion to avoid damaging the heating
elements. DO NOT scrape the glass or use abrasive
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cleaning compounds - this will damage the heating Instrument pack, clock, A/C system and enter-
elements. tainment system displays
Clean with a dry cloth only.
Mirrors: Wash with soapy water. DO NOT use
abrasive cleaning compounds or metal scrapers. Seat belts
DO NOT use bleaches, dyes or cleaning
Cleaning the interior solvents on seat belts.
Plastic materials Extend the belts, then use warm water and a non-
Clean plastic-faced materials with diluted upholstery detergent soap to clean. Allow the belts to dry
cleaner, then wipe with a damp cloth. naturally; DO NOT retract them or use the car until
NOTE: DO NOT polish fascia components - these they are completely dry.
should remain non-reflective.
Airbag module covers
Carpet and fabrics
Clean with diluted upholstery cleaner - test a DO NOT allow these area to be flooded with
concealed area first. liquid and DO NOT use petrol, detergent,
furniture cream or polishes.
Leather To prevent damage to the airbag SRS, the following
Clean leather trim with leater cleaner. Dry and polish areas should be cleaned sparingly with a damp cloth
the leather with a dry, clean, lint-free cloth. and upholstery cleaner ONLY:
Steering wheel centre pad.
NOTE: DO NOT use petrol, detergents, furniture
creams or polished as cleaning agents. Area of fascia containing the passenger airbag.
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Technical Data
210 Dimensions
211 Weights
212 Major Parameters of Engine
213 Recommended Lubricants and
Fluids
214 Wheel Alignment (Unladen
condition)
215 Wheels and Tyres
216 Tyres Pressures (Cold)
Technical Data
Dimensions
7 Technical Data
E D F
B A
Weights
Parameter
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Technical Data
212
Technical Data
213
Technical Data
214
Technical Data
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Technical Data
NOTE: The tyres pressures above are meet all the operation condition.
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