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correct operation of the remote keyless entry
transmitter by listening for the locking noise and by
checking that the white patch on the interior door
handle is visible.
When pressing the Œ or ‹ buttons, the indicator
lamp illuminates. If the indicator lamp does not
illuminate, the batteries must be replaced. For
instructions on replacing the batteries in the remote
keyless entry transmitter.
The remote keyless entry transmitter will not function
when there is a vehicle key inserted in the ignition lock.
Release button for mechanical key (1)
Indicator lamp (2)
Lock button ‹ (3)
Unlock button Œ (4)
Unlocking with Remote Keyless EntryPress the Œ button once. The driver’s door is
unlocked and the hazard warning lamp, as well as the
remote keyless entry transmitter indicator lamp, blink
once.
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Multi-Function Indicator
WARNING!
Never operate buttons (1, 2, 3 and 4) in the multi-
function indicator while driving.
To operate these buttons the driver must reach
through the steering wheel, which could
significantly impede its movement.
Your attention will also be diverted from the road
and traffic conditions.
This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle
and could lead to an accident and result in severe
personal injuries or death.
For this reason, make sure that the traffic
conditions are safe before pressing the buttons, so
that nobody may be endangered.
When possible, reach around the steering wheel
to operate the multi-function indicator buttons.
Do not rest your head or chest on the steering
wheel or dashboard when operating the buttons.
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88 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELThe multi-function indicator can be used to call up the
odometer, trip meter, clock and outside temperature,
or information such as remaining time/distance until
the next service is due, or the engine oil level.
The multi-function indicator is activated by:
Turning the key to position 2 in the ignition lock,
opening the driver’s door,
pressing one of the buttons (‘), I, ç or
æ,
switching the side lights on, refer to "Combination
Switch".1. Press the button (‘) to switch between the
odometer and the trip meter, and to reset the trip
meter.
Press the button (‘) to activate the ASSYST
maintenance computer.
2. Press the I button to switch between the time
and outside temperature and to activate the time
adjustment.
3. Press the ç to adjust (dim) the display and
instrument lighting and to adjust the clock.
4. Press the æ to adjust (brighten) the display and
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