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Ta i l g a t e
Opening the tailgate
Unlocking the tailgate
– Make sure that the key slot is vertical.
– Operate the handle and pull up the tailgate Ÿ.
Closing the tailgate
– Take hold of one of the recessed handles in the interior trim of the
tailgate.
–Close the tailgate hard Ÿ in “Safety instructions for the tail-
gate” on page 99
A warning appears on the instrument panel14) if the tailgate is open or not
properly closed. Depending on the level of equipment fitted, an audible warning
14) will be given either while the vehicle is stationary or when you
drive.
Locking and unlocking the tailgate
•The doors and the tailgate will be locked by turning the vehicle key to
position Ÿfig. 63 .
•The doors and the tailgate will be unlocked by turning the vehicle key to
position .
Key slot positions
Windows, or the sliding roof, which are still open can be closed automat-
ically on vehicles equipped with electric windows and electric vent
windows or with an electric sliding roof. To do this, the vehicle key must
be kept held in position Ÿfig. 63 until all windows and the sliding
roof are fully closed.
If the key is held in position , all windows (apart from the electric vent
wing) will be opened on vehicles equipped with electric windows.
The tailgate can, if the central locking system or the servomotor lock is
defective, be unlocked manually by turning the vehicle key to position
.
Convenience opening of the tailgate
It is not possible to open the tailgate when the ignition is on. This helps
prevent theft (e.g. at traffic lights). This function will remain active for approx.
30 seconds after the ignition is switched off as long as no door is opened.
When a door is opened, the tailgate immediately unlocks.
For greater convenience, it is possible to open the tailgate for up to 30
seconds after the last door has been closed and the ignition is switched on.
Fig. 63 Key slot positions
of tailgate lock
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Driving with the tailgate open
If the tailgate is open or incorrectly closed, the following warning may be
appear on the display
14). Please note that theft of your cargo is more likely if
the tailgate is open.
WARNING
If you have to drive with the tailgate open, please observe the following
warnings:
•Observe the following points to reduce the danger of poisoning from
exhaust fumes entering the vehicle interior:
−Close all windows.
−Close the sliding/tilting roof,
−Switch off air recirculation.
−Open the air outlets in the dash panel,
−Set the fresh air blower to the highest speed.
•Drive particularly carefully and think ahead. If possible, avoid sudden
braking and driving manoeuvres as this could cause the open tailgate to
move unpredictably. Risk of injury.
•When carrying objects that protrude from the boot, the correct signals
should be used; otherwise there is a risk of accident. Observe legal require-
ments when doing so.
•Always secure objects in the boot. Loose items could fall out of the
vehicle and injure other road users.
•If a baggage rack is fitted on the tailgate, it should be removed before
travelling with the tailgate open.
•Read and always observe the safety information concerning the use of
the tailgate Ÿpage 99.
Closing the tailgate
Before closing the tailgate, make sure that the key has not been left
inside the boot.
Closing the tailgate
– Take hold of the grip in the inside trim of the tailgate Ÿ and
pull the tailgate down.
– Pull hard.
A display appears in the combi-instrument panel if the tailgate is not properly
closed15).
WARNING
Always close the tailgate properly. Risk of accident or injury.
•Do not close the tailgate by pushing it down with your hand on the
window. The glass could shatter. Risk of injury!
•Ensure the tailgate is locked after closing. If not, it may open unexpect-
edly while driving.
•Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. A locked vehicle
can be subjected to extremely high and low temperatures, depending on
the time of year. This could cause serious injuries/illness. It could even
have fatal consequences. Close and lock both the tailgate and all the other
doors when you are not using the vehicle.
•Never close the tailgate without observing and ensuring it is clear, to do
otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others. Make sure that no
one is in the path of the tailgate.
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Opening
– A window is opened by pressing the corresponding switch
Ÿfig. 66.
Closing
– A window is closed by pulling on the corresponding switch.
the electrically controlled vent wings can also be closed from the outside on
vehicles equipped with central locking. For this purpose, the key must be
inserted in the lock of the driver's door or in the tailgate and held in the
locking position.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the electrically controlled vent wings can result in injury!
•Never close the windows without observing and ensuring it is clear, to
do otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others. Make sure that
no one is in the path of a window.
Sliding/tilting sun roof
Opening and closing the sliding/tilting roof
The sliding/tilting roof is opened and closed using the switch
when the ignition is switched on.
Opening sliding/tilting roof
–Press the surface Ÿfig. 67 .
Tilting the sliding/tilting sunroof
–Press the surface .
Closing the sliding/tilting roof,
–Press the surface Ÿ
Fig. 67 Roof trim: switch
for sliding/tilting roof
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Safety FirstOperating instructionsTips and MaintenanceTe c h n i c a l D a t a Always close the sliding/tilting roof fully if you park the vehicle or leave it
unattended Ÿ.
If you wish to tilt the roof when the sliding roof is open, press surface until
the function has been carried out. If the sliding roof is to be opened directly
from the tilted position, press surface to carry out the required function.
Once the ignition has been switched off, the sliding/tilting sun roof can no
longer be opened or closed.
Sunroof blind
The sunroof blind is opened together with the sliding/tilting roof. If required,
it can be closed by hand when the sunroof is closed.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the sliding/tilting sunroof can result in injury.
•Never close the sliding/tilting sunroof without observing and ensuring
it is clear, to do otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others.
Make sure that no one is in the path of the sliding/tilting sunroof.
•Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.
•Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if
they have access to the keys. Unsupervised use of a key could mean that
the engine is started or that electrical equipment is used (e.g. electric
windows). Risk of accident. The doors can be locked using the remote
control key. This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle in an
emergency.
•The sliding/tilting sunroof operates as long as the ignition is switched
on.
Note
The roof can be closed by hand if the system is defective.
Convenience closing*
–Via door lock: Hold the key in the door lock of the driver's door in
the locking position until the sliding/tilting roof is closed.
– Release the key to interrupt this function.
During convenience closing, first the windows and then the sliding roof will
be closed.
WARNING
Never close the sliding/tilting sunroof without observing and ensuring it is
clear, to do otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others. The
sliding/tilting sunroof closes with the roll-back function activated.
However, always make sure that no one is in the path of the sliding/tilting
sunroof.
Note
The sliding/tilting sunroof rotary button remains in the last position selected
if the roof is closed using convenience closing from outside the vehicle and
will have to be re-positioned the next time you drive.
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Roll-back function of the sliding/tilting roof
The sliding/tilting roof has a roll-back function which prevents larger objects
getting trapped when the roof is closed Ÿ. The roll-back function does
not prevent fingers getting pinched against the roof opening. The
sliding/tilting sunroof stops and opens again immediately if it is obstructed
when closing.
If the sliding/tilting roof has been opened again by the roll-back function, it
can be closed only by pressing button Ÿpage 104, fig. 67 until the
sliding/tilting roof has closed fully. The sliding/tilting roof then closes
without the roll-back function.
If it still does not close, consult a specialised workshop.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the sliding/tilting sunroof can result in injury.
•Never close the sliding/tilting sunroof without observing and ensuring
it is clear, to do otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others.
Make sure that no one is in the path of the sliding/tilting sunroof.
Fig. 68 Roof trim: switch
for sliding/tilting roof
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Manual release
In the event of a breakdown, the sunroof may be closed manually.– Remove the interior light To do so, insert a screwdriver on the
right-hand side, between the light and the covering and turn the
screwdriver.
– Invert the screwdriver head and undo the two Philips screws
Ÿfig. 69
– Move the cover in the direction of the arrow and remove
Ÿfig. 69
–Turn the cover Ÿfig. 70 of the lever opening in the direction
of the arrow.
– Remove the lever from its casing, insert it in the opening and
close the roof
– Replace the lever in its casing and turn the cover Ÿfig. 70
over the lever opening.
– Replace the cover and interior light.
Fig. 69 Manual release
Fig. 70 Manual release
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Interior lights and reading lights
The rocker switch Ÿfig. 75 of the interior lights has the following posi-
tions: permanent light, door contact connection o and fully off 0.Courtesy light position
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The interior lights are automatically switched on when the vehicle is unlocked
or a door is opened. and turn off about 20 seconds after the closure of the
doors. They also go off when the vehicle is locked or when the ignition is
switched on.
Interior light switched on

Press the symbol  on the rocker switch to switch the interior lights at front
and rear on permanently.
Switching off the interior light
When the switch is in the intermediary position, the front and rear lights are
permanently switched off.
Reading light for the front passenger

The reading light for the front passenger is switched on and off with the
button Ÿfig. 75 .
Reading light in the passenger compartment
There is a reading light above each rear door Ÿfig. 76.
Using the button -arrow- the reading light is switched on or off.
Glove compartment light
The light in the glove box on the front passenger side will only light up if the
lights are switched on and the glove box is open.
Luggage compartment lighting
The light is switched on automatically when the tailgate
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switched off when it is closed.
Fig. 75 Section of roof:
front interior light and
reading lights
Fig. 76 Reading light in
the passenger compart-
ment
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Note
•If not all the vehicle doors are closed, the interior lights will be switched
off after approx. 10 minutes, providing the key has been removed and the
courtesy light position selected. This prevents the battery discharging.
•Reading lights function independently of the interior lights and must be
switched off manually to prevent the battery being drained when the engine
is switched off.
Interior light
Interior light permanently switched off
– In switch position Ÿfig. 77, the interior and reading lights
are switched off.Switching on the reading light
– Turn the switch to position (left reading light) or to position
(right reading light).
Door light position
– Turn the control to position . The interior lights are automati-
cally switched on when the vehicle is unlocked or the key
removed from the ignition lock The light turns off about 20
seconds after the closure of the doors. The interior lights are
switched off when the vehicle is locked or when the ignition is
switched on.
Interior lights or both reading lights switched on
– Turn the control to position .
Visibility
Sun visors
The sun visors for the driver and front passenger can be folded down or pulled
out of their mountings and turned towards the doors.
The make-up mirrors in the sun visors have covers. When you open the cover
, a lamp* in the roof lights up.
The roof light goes off when the cover of the make-up mirror is closed.
Note
Before you leave the car, you should make sure that the make-up mirror cover
in the visor is closed. This prevents the battery discharging.
Fig. 77 Interior light
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