153 Interior equipment
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Blocking of rear door window operation
If no operation of the rear windows by switch (for
instance by children) is desired, slide override
switch (5) to the right; the N symbol becomes
visible.
Operation of the rear door windows with the switches
located in the driver’s door is still possible.
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154 Interior equipment
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Sliding /pop-up roof (optional)
1to slide roof open
2to slide roof closed
3to raise roof at rear
4to lower roof at rear
The sliding /pop-up roof can be operated with key in
starter switch position 1 or 2.
To open, close, raise or lower the sliding /pop-up roof:
Move the switch to resistance point in the required
direction.Release the switch when the roof has reached the
required position.
Notes:
To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any
objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the
sliding / pop-up roof.
The sliding /pop-up roof can be opened or closed
manually should an electrical malfunction occur, see
page 346.
Wa r n i n g !
When closing the sliding /pop-up roof, be sure that
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the
closing procedure.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
injury.
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155 Interior equipment
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Express opening of sliding /pop-up roof
To open sliding / pop-up roof automatically, briefly move
switch in direction (1) and release. The roof will open
fully.
To interrupt procedure, briefly move switch in any
direction.
Note:
The sliding / pop- up roof can also be opened and closed
using the summer opening / convenience feature, see
page 32.
Wa r n i n g !
When closing the sliding /pop-up roof, be sure that
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the
closing procedure.The closing procedure of the sliding / pop- up roof
can be immediately reversed by either moving the
switch in any direction, or pressing buttonŒ on
the electronic key and holding it.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
injury.
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170 Interior equipment
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Lighter
1Center console lighter
Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1
or 2.
Push in lighter in (1); it will pop out automatically when
hot.The lighter socket can be used to accommodate
electrical accessories up to maximum 180 W.
Floor mat
Important!
If cloth or rubber mats are used, please remove the
factory floor mats.
Wa r n i n g !
Never touch the heating element or sides of the
lighter, they are extremely hot, hold at knob only.When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
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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204 Starter switch
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Starter switch
0The electronic key can be withdrawn in this position
only. The steering is locked when the electronic key
is removed from the starter switch. If necessary,
move steering wheel slightly to allow the locking
mechanism to engage.
In vehicles with automatic transmission, the
electronic key can be removed only with the selector
lever in position “P”. After removing the electronic key or with the electronic key in starter switch
position 0 or 1 the selector lever is locked in
position “P”.
1Most electrical devices can be operated. For detailed
information see respective subjects.
2Driving position.
Gear selector lever is unlocked.
To move the selector lever out of position “P” firmly
depress the service brake pedal.
3Starting position.
See page 206 for instructions on starting and turning off
the engine.
Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
electronic key from the starter switch, and lock the
vehicle. 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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209 Automatic transmission
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Maneuvering
To maneuver in tight areas, e.g. when pulling into a
parking space, control the vehicle speed by gradually
releasing the brakes. Accelerate gently and never
abruptly step on the accelerator.
To rock a vehicle out of soft ground (mud or snow),
alternately shift from forward to reverse, while applying
slight partial throttle.
Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the
ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to
come on. Turn off and restart the engine to clear the
malfunction indication.
Wa r n i n g !
Getting out of your vehicle with the selector lever
not fully engaged in position “P” is dangerous.
Also, when parked on an incline, position “P” alone
may not prevent your vehicle from moving,
possibly hitting people or objects.Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting
to position “P”, see page 215 for parking brake. When parked on an incline, also turn front wheel
against curb.Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
electronic key from the starter switch, and lock the
vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Children could move the gear selector lever from
position “P”, which could result in an accident or
serious injury.
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215 Parking brake
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Parking brake
1Lever
2Button
To a p ply:
Pull the lever (1) up as many notches as possible. When
the electronic key is in starter switch position 2, the
brake warning lampÉ in the instrument cluster
should come on brightly.To r e l e a s e :
Lift the lever (1) up slightly, press the button on the
lever in and move the lever down to the stop. The brake
warning lampÉ in the instrument cluster should go
out.
A warning sounds and the parking brake warning
message appears in the multifunction display
(see page 278), if you start to drive without having
released the parking brake.
Also see brake warning lamp on page 266.
Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
electronic key from the starter switch, and lock the
vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Children could release the parking brake, which
could result in an accident or serious injury.
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370 Index
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CCapacities
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ............................... 361
Cargo area ....................................................................... 174
Loading instructions ................................................ 178
Cargo area cover blind .................................................. 180
Cargo compartment lamps ........................................... 159
Cargo tie-down rings ..................................................... 174
Catalytic converter ........................................................ 202
CD player
See Audio systems ...................................................... 96
CD-changer ..................................................................... 296
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 184
Center console .................................................................. 20
Central locking switch .................................................... 40
Central locking system ................................................... 29
Automatic central locking ......................................... 41
Central locking switch ............................................... 40
Choosing global or selective mode ........................... 31
General notes ............................................................... 28
Locking and unlocking
driver’s door manually .......................................... 36
Locking and unlocking
the tailgate manually ............................................. 38Locking and unlocking
with remote control ............................................... 31
Locking the tailgate separately ................................. 39
Mechanical keys ..........................................................33
Obtaining replacement keys .....................................27
Summer opening/convenience feature ...................32
Vehicle keys ................................................................. 26
Changing wheels ............................................................ 314
Check regularly and before a long trip ....................... 261
Checking engine oil level
Via oil dipstick .......................................................... 304
Child restraint ........................................................... 56, 73
Cleaning and care of the vehicle ................................ 350
Climate control ............................................................... 140
Adjustable air outlets,
rear passenger compartment ............................. 150
Air recirculation ........................................................ 146
Basic setting ............................................................... 144
Defrosting ................................................................... 145
Display and controls ................................................. 142
Dust filter ................................................................... 143
Economy mode .......................................................... 147
Residual engine heat utilization ............................. 148
Special settings ......................................................... 144
Windows fogged up on the inside .......................... 145
Windows fogged up on the outside ........................ 146
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