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46 Tow-away alarm
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Tow-away alarm (optional for Canada)
The switch is located in the center console.
1Press to switch off tow-away alarm
2Indicator lamp
Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior 
vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when 
someone attempts to raise the vehicle.The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of 
flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will 
sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the 
vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm, 
insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press 
buttonŒ or‹ on the electronic key.
If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an 
emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid 
on page 228.
To pr even t tr igger in g t he tow-away alarm  feature,  switch 
off the tow-away alarm before towing the vehicle, or 
when parking on a surface subject to movement, such 
as a ferry or auto train.
To do so, turn electronic key in starter switch to 
position 0 or 1, or remove electronic key from starter 
switch. Press tow-away alarm switch (1). The indicator 
lamp (2) illuminates briefly.
Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the electronic key.
The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the 
vehicle is locked again with the electronic key, at which 
time it is automatically reactivated. 
     
        
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47 Easy-entry/exit feature
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(only vehicles with memory function)
With the easy-entry/exit feature activated the steering 
wheel tilts upwards and the driver’s seat moves 
rearwards, when removing the electronic key from the 
starter switch or when opening the driver’s door and the 
electronic key in starter switch position 0 or 1.
This allows easier entry into and exit from the vehicle 
when the driver’s door is opened.
The easy-entry /exit feature can be switched on or off in 
the individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” –
“EASY-ENTRY FEATURE ACTIVATE”, see page 134.
When the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch 
and the driver’s door is closed, the steering wheel and 
the driver’s seat return to the last position set for it.
Wa r n i n g !
You must ensure that no one can become trapped 
or injured by the moving steering wheel when the 
easy-entry / exit feature is activated and the 
driver’s door is being opened or the electronic key 
removed from the starter switch. Do not leave 
children unattended in the vehicle, or with access 
to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle 
equipment may cause serious personal injury. 
     
        
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48 Seats
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Front seat adjustment 
To operate the front power seat adjustment switches, 
turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 
or 2 (with respective door open, the power seats can 
also be operated with the electronic key removed or in 
starter switch position 0).
Wa r n i n g !
Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. 
Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the 
driver to lose control of the vehicle.Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back 
reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position 
can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat 
belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt 
would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That 
could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat back 
and seat belts provide the best restraint when the 
wearer is in an upright position and belts are 
properly positioned on the body.Never place hands under seat or near any moving 
parts while a seat is being adjusted.
When leaving the vehicle always remove the 
electronic key from the starter switch, and lock 
your vehicle. The power seats can also be operated with the 
driver’s or front passenger door open. Do not leave 
children unattended in the vehicle, or with access 
to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle 
equipment may cause serious personal injury. 
     
        
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56 Seats
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Front seat backrest - locking and unlocking
1Release lever
Folding forward: 
Lift release lever (1) and fold backrest forward, when 
necessary, lower head restraint by pushing it. 
Note:
Vehicles with power seat: 
The seat will automatically slide forward and the head 
restraints will move down.Folding back: 
Fold backrest back until it locks securely in place. 
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head 
approximately at ear level, see page 52.
Note:
Vehicles with power seat:
The seat and head restraint return to their previous 
positions. 
     
        
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57 Seats
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Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the 
electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your 
vehicle.The power seats can also be operated with the 
driver’s or passenger door open. Do not leave 
children unattended in the vehicle or with access 
to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle 
equipment may cause serious personal injury.Never place hands under seat or near any moving 
parts during a seat adjustment procedure.
Wa r n i n g !
When raising backrest, observe that backrest is not 
pushed against an occupant or object.Vehicles with manual seat:
After folding backrest up, adjust head restraint to 
support the back of the head approximately at ear 
level. 
     
        
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60 Seats
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Rear seat head restraints
Folding head restraints back in the rear passenger 
compartment:
Push lock button (1). The head restraints will fold 
backward.Place head restraints upright
Placing head restraints upright:
Pull the head restraint forward until it locks into 
position.
Angle of head restraints:
Two different head restraint angle positions are 
ava i l ab le .
P91.16-2104-26
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66 Restraint systems
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4Button for belt outlet height adjustment
To raise, slide belt outlet upward.
To lower, press button (4) and slide belt outlet 
downward.Operation of seat belts
The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during 
sudden stops or when quickly pulling on the belt.
The locking function of the reel may be checked by 
quickly pulling out the belt.
Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as 
close as possible to the middle of your shoulder (it 
should not touch the neck).
Caution!
For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the seat or seat back 
into positions which could affect the correct seat belt 
positioning.
Unfastening of  seat belts
Press release button (3) in the belt buckle (2).
Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by 
guiding the latch plate (1).
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82 Restraint systems
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Infant and child restraint systems
We recommend all infants and children be properly 
restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All 
lap-shoulder belts except the driver seat belt have 
special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child 
restraints.
To activate, pull shoulder belt out completely and let it 
retract. During the seat belt retraction a ratcheting 
sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt 
retractor is activated. The belt is now locked.
To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt 
retract completely. The seat belt can again be used in 
the usual manner.
Note:
For child seats with mounting fittings for tether 
anchorages refer to page 84 (installation of infant and 
child restraint systems).Important!
The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in 
all 50 states and all Canadian provinces.
Infants and small children should be seated in an 
appropriate infant or child restraint system properly 
secured by a lap-shoulder belt, and that complies with 
U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and 
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. 
A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of 
compliance with this standard can be found on the 
instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction 
manual provided with the restraint.
When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure 
to carefully read and follow all manufacturer’s 
instructions for installation and use.
Please read and observe warning labels affixed to the 
inside of the vehicle and to infant or child restraints.
Wa r n i n g !
Never release the seat belt buckle while vehicle is 
in motion, since the special seat belt retractor will 
be deactivated.