Vehicle care 151Vehicle careGeneral Information ................... 151Vehicle checks ........................... 152Bulb replacement ....................... 157Electrical system ........................ 166Vehicle tools .............................. 173Wheels and tyres ....................... 173Jump starting ............................. 184Towing ....................................... 185Appearance care ....................... 188General InformationAccessories and vehiclemodificationsWe recommend using Genuine Partsand Accessories and factoryapproved parts specific for yourvehicle type. We cannot assess orguarantee reliability of other products- even if they have a regulatory orotherwise granted approval.Do not make any modifications to theelectrical system, e.g. changes ofelectronic control units (chip tuning).Vehicle storageStorage for a long period of timeIf the vehicle is to be stored for severalmonths:■ Wash and wax the vehicle.■ Have the wax in the enginecompartment and underbodychecked.■ Clean and preserve rubber seals.■ Change engine oil.■ Drain washer fluid reservoir.■ Check coolant antifreeze andcorrosion protection.■ Adjust tyre pressure to the valuespecified for full load.■ Park vehicle in dry, well ventilatedplace. Engage first or reverse gearor set selector lever to P. Preventthe vehicle from rolling.■ Do not apply parking brake.■ Open bonnet, close all doors andlock the vehicle.■ Disconnect the clamp from thenegative terminal of the vehiclebattery. Beware that all systems arenot functional, e.g. anti-theft alarmsystem.Putting back into operationWhen the vehicle is to be put back intooperation:■ Connect the clamp to the negativeterminal of the vehicle battery.Activate the electronics of thepower windows.■ Check tyre pressure.■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.Ofrecido por www.electromanuales.com
