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111 Memory function
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The memory and stored position buttons are located on
the doors.
1Memory button, used to store selected positions
which can be retrieved by pressing the buttons (2)
2Stored position buttonsThree sets of seat/head restraint/steering wheel/and
rear view mirror positions may be stored into memory.
Together with the driver’s seat position you can store
the positions for steering wheel, exterior mirrors and
rear-view mirror.
For the front passenger you can store the seat position.
Three stored positions are available for each of the two
electronic main keys or each of the KEYLESS-GO-cards.
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121 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display
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the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to call
up, control and set the following systems in the
multifunction display:
1Trip odometer and main odometer, see page 119 and
page 124
Flexible service system (FSS), see page 147
Tire inflation pressure monitor, see page 150
Engine oil level indicator, see page 154
2Audio systems, see page 125
Radio, see page 125
CD player, see page 126
Cassette player, see page 127
3Telephone, see page 1284Navigation system, see page 132
5Distronic (DTR), see page 253
6Trip computer, see page 134
After start
After reset
Fuel tank content
7Malfunction message memory, see page 136
8Individual settings, see page 138
Press theè orÿ button repeatedly until the
required system is displayed.
The display advances by one system each time the
button is pressed.
You may call up additional displays within some of these
categories by pressing thej or kbutton.
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170 Automatic climate control
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Defrosting
Press the Pbutton. The display showsP.
The fan is set to a higher speed and the warm air is
directed to the defroster and windshield air outlets.
Pressing the switch again returns the system to the
previous setting.Windows fogged on the inside
Switch off the economy mode, if selected: Press
buttonS. The indicator lamp in the button will go
out.
Switch off air recirculation, if selected: Press
buttonO. The indicator lamp in the button will go
out.
Adjust left and right air outlets upwards.
Set blower to the maximum blower speed.
Increase temperature setting.
Open the side air outlets and direct them onto the side
windows.
P83.40-2009-21
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171 Automatic climate control
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Switch on the windshield wiper.
Press on both U buttons until they click in.
Theh, jand ksymbols will no longer be
visible.
Air recirculation
Select air recirculation:
The indicator lamp in the Obutton is off.
Press buttonO briefly. The indicator lamp in the
button illuminates.
To switch off the air recirculation:
The indicator lamp in the Obutton is on.
Press buttonO briefly. The indicator lamp in the
button will go out. The system automatically switches from air
recirculation to fresh air:
•after 30 minutes if the outside temperature is above
about 40°F(5°C),
•after 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below
about 40°F(5°C),
•after 5 minutes if economy modeS is selected.
The system switches automatically to air recirculation at
high outside temperatures. A quantity of outside air is
added after about 30 minutes.
Important!
If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch
from recirculated air back to fresh air.
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175 Automatic climate control
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To s wi tch o f f:
Press button0. The display shows “0”.
The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off.
While driving, use this setting only temporarily,
otherwise the windshield could fog up.
To s wi tch o n :
Press button0 orP or at least one of the U
buttons so that it pops out and then click it back in. Front center console storage compartment
ventilation
The front center console compartment has its own air
outlet.
To open: Slide the lever up.
To close: Slide the lever down.
The air volume is dependent on the setting of:
•air distribution control,
•air volume control,
•air outlets in the dashboard.
The air temperature is about the same as that of the
dashboard air outlets. It cannot be regulated separately.
Notes:
The compartment can get very warm due to its confined
space. When storing heat sensitive objects in the
compartment, close the air outlet while heating the
passenger compartment.
Do not allow articles to obstruct the air outlet in the
storage compartment.
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191 Interior equipment
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To open: Press button (7) and raise the armrest.
To close: Lower the armrest until it engages in lock.
Notes:
The storage compartment can be heated or cooled, see
page 175.
The compartment can get very warm due to its confined
space. When storing heat sensitive objects in the
compartment, close the air outlet while heating the
passenger compartment.
Do not obstruct the air outlet in the storage
compartment.
The storage space below the armrest is illuminated with
the exterior lamps switched on.Storage compartment under the front seats
8 Storage compartment under the front seats
Maximum permissible weight of contents:
3.3 lbs. (1.5 kg)
To o p e n :
Press buttons (9) together and fold the lid down.
To c l o s e :
Close lid until both buttons (9) of lock engage.
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203 Garage door opener
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with Part 15, Subpart C, Section 209 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
WARNING: Changes or modification not expressly
approved by party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Programming or reprogramming the integrated
remote control:
1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1
or 2.
2. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter of the
device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 inches
(5 cm to 12 cm) away from the surface of the
integrated remote control located on the inside rear
view mirror, keeping the indicator lamp in view.3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand-
held transmitter button and the desired integrated
remote control button. Do not release the buttons
until completing step 4.
4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control
will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the
indicator lamp flashes rapidly, both buttons may be
released (the rapid flashing lamp indicates
successful programming of the new frequency
signal). To program the remaining two buttons,
follow ste ps 1 through 4.
Note:
If, after repeated attempts, you do not successfully
program the integrated remote control device to learn
the signal of the hand-held transmitter, the garage door
opener could be equipped with the “rolling code
feature”.
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205 Garage door opener
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1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1
or 2.
2. Select and press the appropriate button to activate
the remote controlled device. The integrated remote
control transmitter continues to send the signal as
long as the button is pressed – up to 20 seconds.Erasing the remote control memory:
1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1
or 2.
2. Simultaneously holding down the left and right side
buttons for approximately 20 seconds, or until the
control lamp blinks rapidly, will erase the codes of
all three channels.
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