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73 Restraint systems
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We recommend that all infants and children be properly 
restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All 
lap-shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have 
special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child 
restraints.
To fasten a child restraint follow child restraint 
instructions for routing. Then 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. Push down on child restraint to take up 
any slack.
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 75 (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 inside 
of 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.
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75 Restraint systems
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The anchorage rings (1) are located in the rear cargo 
compartment. Located on each side of the passenger 
compartment are two anchorage rings (for the rear outer 
seats) and one on the roof pillar above the tailgate (for 
the rear center seat).
Guide tether strap between head restraints. Be carefully 
that the tether strap is not twisted.
When mounting a tether strap on the rear outer seats, 
reinstall the cargo area cover blind (page 180) and the 
optional partition net (page 175).To secure a tether strap to the anchorage, securely 
fasten the hook (3), which is part of the tether strap, to 
the anchorage ring (2). For safety, please make sure that 
the hook has attached to the ring beyond the safety 
catch, as illustrated.
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78 Steering wheel adjustment
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Steering wheel adjustment 
To operate the steering wheel adjustment switches, turn 
the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2 
(with a front door opened, the steering wheel 
adjustment can also be operated with the electronic key 
removed or in starter switch position 0 for 
approximately 30 minutes).The switch is located on the driver’s door.
1Steering column, lengthen or shorten column
Move the switch to the front or rear.
2Steering column, height
Move the switch up or down.
Note:
The steering wheel adjustment can be stored together 
with the seat and exterior rear view mirror adjustment.
See page 48 for notes on the memory function.
Wa r n i n g !
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. 
Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could 
cause the driver to lose the control of the vehicle.When leaving the vehicle always remove the 
electroni c key  f rom  t he sta rter s wi tch a nd  lock  your 
vehicle.The steering wheel adjustment feature can also be 
operated with the driver’s door open. Do not leave 
children unattended in the vehicle, or with access 
to a n un locked  vehi cle. Un supervi sed  use of vehicl e 
equipment may cause serious personal injury.
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81 Rear view mirrors
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The exterior rear view mirrors have electrically heated 
glass. The heater switches on automatically, depending 
on outside temperature.
If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its 
normal position, it must be repositioned by applying 
firm pressure until it snaps into place.
Before running the vehicle through an automatic car 
wash, fold the mirrors in, otherwise they might get 
damaged.Storing mirror positions in memory
The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in 
memory with the seat / steering wheel adjustment and 
can be recalled when necessary. See page 48 for notes 
on the memory function.
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82 Rear view mirrors
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Parking position exterior mirror 
The passenger side exterior mirror can be adjusted and 
programmed to assist the driver during parking 
maneuvers (e.g. to observe the curb or other objects 
close to the vehicle).
With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, and 
the exterior rear view mirror switch in the passenger 
side position (button 2), the passenger side mirror will 
be turned downward when placing the gear selector 
lever in “R” reverse.Note:
The button 2 must not be pressed, when the individual 
setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “MIRROR SETTING 
WHEN PARKING” – “ON” is set, see page 120.
The passenger side mirror will return to its previous 
position:
•immediately at speeds above approx. 6 mph 
(10 km / h)  – independent of the engaged gear,
•after 10 seconds when shifting gear selector lever 
from “R” Reverse,
•by pressing the driver’s side mirror button%.
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83 Rear view mirrors
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index To store passenger mirror parking position:
1. The vehicle must be stationary.
Turn the electronic key in starter switch to 
position 1 or 2.
2. Select passenger side mirror& (button 2) and 
adjust the mirror to view the curb.
3. Push the memory button “M” (4).
4. Within 3 seconds push bottom of adjustment 
button (3).
The mirror should not move.
Repeat the memory procedure if the mirror moves.Note:
One stored parking position is available for each of the 
two electronic keys.
This is only possible if you select “ON” in the menu, 
“SETTINGS KEY-DEPENDENT”, see under individual 
setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “SETTINGS KEY-
DEPENDENT”, see page 120.
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85 Instrument cluster
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index 1Knob for instrument cluster illumination, 
seepage84
Reset knob for trip odometer, see page 88 and 
individual settings, see page 108
2Tachometer
3Speedometer
4Left turn signal indicator lamp, see combination 
switch on page 134
5Electronic stability program (ESP) warning lamp, 
see page 270
6Right turn signal indicator lamp, see combination 
switch on page 1347Multifunction display, see page 90
Malfunction and warning messages in the 
multifunction display, see page 272
8Trip odometer, see page 88 and 94
9Main odometer, see page 94
10Display for transfer case program mode and gear 
range indicators, page 210
11Malfunction/warning message memory, 
seepage106
12Outside temperature indicator, see page 89
13Digital clock
To set the time, see individual settings on page 110
14Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp, see page 268
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86 Instrument cluster
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Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
High beam, see page 134
ABS malfunction, see page 269
Brake warning lamp (except Canada), see 
page 266.
Parking brake engaged, see page 266
Brake fluid low, see page 266
ESP. Adjust driving to road condition, 
see page 270
Fasten seat belts, see page 270
SRS malfunction, see page 267Engine malfunction indicator lamp. If the 
malfunction indicator lamp comes on when 
the engine is running, it indicates a 
malfunction of the fuel management system, 
emission control system, systems which 
impact emissions, or the fuel cap is not 
closed tight. In all cases, we recommend that 
you have the malfunction checked as soon as 
possible, see page 265.
ABS
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