
Unlocking and locking
100Anti-theft alarm system*Description of anti-theft alarm system*
The anti-theft alarm triggers if unauthorised movements are 
detected around the vehicle.The anti-theft alarm makes it more diffi cult to break into the vehicle or steal 
it. Audible and visible alarms are triggered if the car is opened using the key, 
or if unauthorised access to the vehicle is forced.
The anti-theft alarm system is automatically connected on locking the 
vehicle. The system is then primed.
When does the system trigger an alarm?
The system triggers an alarm if the following unauthorised actions are carried 
out when the car is locked:•
Mechanical opening of the vehicle with the vehicle key
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Opening a door
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Opening the bonnet
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Opening the tailgate
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Switching on the ignition
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Movements in the vehicle
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Undue manipulation of the alarm
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Battery handling
The acoustic signals sound and the indicators flash for approx. 30 seconds. 
This may be repeated up to 10 times depending on the country.
Opening the doors mechanically (emergency opening)
If the remote control function fails, you will have to use the key to unlock the 
car. This is done as follows:
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Unfold the key by pressing the button shown by the (arrow).
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Use the lock on the driver door to un lock the vehicle. The anti-theft alarm 
system remains active, but an alarm is not triggered immediately.
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Switch on the ignition within 15 seconds. When the ignition is switched 
on, the electronic immobiliser recognises a valid vehicle key and deactivates 
the anti-theft alarm system. If you do not switch on the ignition within 15 
seconds, the alarm is triggered.
How to switch the alarm off
When the vehicle is unlocked via the unlocking button of the remote control 
or when the key is inserted in the ignition lock.Note
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If, after the alarm goes off, access is gained to a second secured zone 
(e.g. the tailgate is  opened after a door has been opened), the warning signal 
is triggered again.
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Vehicle monitoring remains active even if the battery is disconnected or 
not working for any reason.
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The alarm is triggered immediately if one of the battery cables is discon-
nected while the alarm system is active.
Volumetric sensor*
Monitoring or control function  incorporated in the anti-theft 
alarm* which detects unauthorized vehicle entry by means of 
ultrasound.The system consists of 3 sensors, 2 emitters and a receptor.
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102Ta i l g a t eUnlocking and locking
The operation of the tailgate opening system is electric. It is 
activated by using the handle on the tailgate
Opening the tailgate
– Pull on the release lever and lift the tailgate  ⇒fig. 65 . The tail-
gate will then open.
Closing the tailgate
– Grip the tailgate by one of the two handles on the interior lining  and close it, using a light movement.The system may or may not operate depending on the situation of the vehicle.
If the tailgate is locked then it cannot be opened, however if it is unlocked 
then the opening system is operat ive and the boot may be opened.
To the locking / unlocking status, press the button   or the button   on 
the remote control key.
A warning appears in the instrument panel if the tailgate is open or not prop-
erly closed.* An audible warning is also given if the tailgate is opened while 
the vehicle is moving faster than 6 km/h.*
Fig. 65  Tailgate: opening 
from the outside
Fig. 66  Detail of the 
inside of the tailgate: 
hand grip
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Unlocking and locking103
Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
WARNING
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Always close the tailgate properly. Risk of accident or injury.
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The tailgate must not be opened when the reverse or rear fog lights are 
lit. This may damage the lighting units.
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Do not close the tailgate by pushing  it down with your hand on the rear 
window. The glass could smash. Risk of injury!
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Ensure the tailgate is locked after closing it. If not, it may open unex-
pectedly while driving.
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Never allow children to play in or ar ound the vehicle. A locked vehicle 
can be subjected to extremely high and low temperatures, depending on 
the time of year, thus causing 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.
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Closing the tailgate without observing and ensuring it is clear could 
cause serious injury to you and to third  parties. Make sure that no one is in 
the path of the tailgate.
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Never drive with the tailgate open or half-closed, exhaust gases may 
penetrate into the interior of th e vehicle. Danger of poisoning!
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If you only open the tailgate, do not leave the key inside. The vehicle 
will not be opened if the key is left inside.
Emergency opening
This allows the vehicle to be opened if the central locking 
does not operate (for example, if the battery is flat)There is a groove in the boot allowing access to the emergency 
opening mechanism.
Opening the tailgate from inside the luggage compartment
– Insert the key bit in the groove and unlock the locking system,  turning the key from right to left, as shown by the arrow 
⇒fig. 67 .
Fig. 67  Tailgate: emer-
gency open
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104WindowsOpening or closing the windows electrically
The front and rear electric windows can be operated by using 
the controls on the driver's door.Opening and closing the windows
– Press the button   to open a window.
– Pull button   to close a window  ⇒.Always close the windows fully if you park the vehicle or leave it unattended 
⇒.
You can use the electric windows for approx. 10 minutes after switching off 
the ignition if neither the driver door  nor the front passenger door has been 
opened and the key has not been  removed from the ignition. Buttons on the driver's door
Button for window in front left door
Button for window in front right door
Buttons for rear windows* Safety switch for deactivating the electric window buttons in the rear 
doors
Button for window in rear left door
Button for window in rear right door
Safety switch 
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Safety switch   on the driver's door  can be used to disable the electric 
window buttons in the rear doors.
Safety switch not pressed: buttons on rear doors are activated.
Safety switch pressed: buttons on rear doors are deactivated.
WARNING
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Incorrect use of the electric  windows can result in injury.
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Never close the tailgate without observing and ensuring it is clear, to do 
otherwise could cause serious injury to you and third parties. Make sure 
that no one is in the path of a window.
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Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.
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Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if 
they have access to the keys. An unco ntrolled use of the key could start the 
engine or activate any electric equi pment(e.g. electric windows), causing 
risk of accident. The doors can be lock ed using the remote control key. This 
could make the aid difficult in an emergency situation.
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The electric windows will work unti l the key has been removed from the 
ignition and one of the front doors has been opened.
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If necessary, use the safety switch to disable the rear electric windows. 
Make sure that they have been disabled.
Fig. 68  Detail of driver 
door: controls for the front 
and rear windows
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106•
Always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you only 
intend to be gone for a short time. Please ensure that children are never left 
alone inside the vehicle.
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The electric windows will work until the key has been removed from the 
ignition and one of the front doors has been opened.
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Never close the tailgate without observin g  a n d  e n s u r i n g  i t  i s  c l e a r,  t o  d o  
otherwise could cause serious injury to you and third parties. Make sure 
that no one is in the path of a window.
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Never allow people to remain in th e vehicle when you close the vehicle 
from the outside. The windows cannot be opened even in an emergency.Note
The roll-back function is deactivated if the windows are closed from the 
outside of the vehicle using the ignition key for convenience closing 
⇒ page 106.Convenience opening and closing* Using the door lock
– Hold the key in the door lock of the driver door in either the 
locking or the unlocking position until all windows are either 
opened or closed.
– Release the key to interrupt this function. Using the remote control
– Push the lock button on the remote control for about 3 seconds. 
All windows which function electric ally will be either opened or 
closed.
– Press the unlock button to interrupt the function.
– Once the windows are completely closed, the indicators will  flash.
Sliding/tilting roof*Opening and closing the sliding/tilting roof
The sliding/tilting sunroof is opened and closed using the 
rotary button when the ignition is switched on.
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 69  Roof lining 
description: rotary sun 
roof control / deflector
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Lights and visibility111
Safety First
Operating instructions
Practical tips
Te c h n i c a l  D a t a
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If the daylight driving automatic light function is switched on, the fog 
lights or rear fog light cannot be switched on in addition.
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The use of the lighting described here  is subject to the relevant statutory 
requirements.
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Do not put stickers on the windscreen in front of the sensor. This may 
cause disruptions or faults in the automatic lighting system.
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To avoid damage to the tail lights, the lights mounted on the tailgate go 
off when the tailgate is opened (according to country).
Daytime lights*
The daytime light reduces the risk of accidents by increasing 
the visibility of the vehicle. The daytime running lights are 
enabled automatically when the ignition is switched on. It is 
automatically switched off when the side lights are turned on.Daytime lights (halogen lamps)
18)
The daytime lights increase road safety in vehicles fitted with halogen lamps. 
These include the dipped, side and registration plate lights.
The daytime lights are switched on each time the ignition is turned on if the 
light setting is in position  0 or 
. Depending upon the model, a control 
lamp 
 on the light control switch or the  lighting up of the instrument panel 
will indicate that the daytime lighting is on.
It is not possible for the driver to switch the daytime lights on or off. Please 
contact a qualified workshop if you wish to deactivate the lights. Daytime lights (bi-xenon lamps)
The daytime lights increase road safety in vehicles fitted with bi-xenon lamps. 
The lights are built-in separately to the headlights and are switched on each 
time the ignition is turned on if the light setting is in position 
0 or 
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Automatic control of the dipped lig ht in combination with the daytime 
lighting (bi-xenon headlamps)
If the  dipped light control  and the daytime lighting  are activated at the same 
time, the dipped lights and the instrument panel lighting will automatically 
come on as required (e.g. on entering a tunnel) and the daytime lights will go 
off. When the automatic dipped light control switches off the dipped lights 
(e.g. on coming out of the tunnel), the daytime lights come back on.
Activating/deactivating the daytime lights* 
In vehicles with daytime lights* combined with bi-xenon headlamps, these 
lights may be activated or deactivated with the indicator and main beam 
lever. In vehicles with daytime lights combined with halogen lamps, this func-
tion can only be activated or deactivated in a specialist workshop.
Deactivating daytime lights (bi-xenon lamps)
With the ignition switched off, move the indicator and main beam lever 
upwards and back (left indicator and headlamp flash).
Switch on the ignition for 3 seconds. The daytime lights are deactivated and 
can not be switched on.
Activating daytime lights (bi-xenon lamps)
With the ignition switched off, move the indicator and main beam lever 
upwards and back (left indicator and headlamp flash).
Switch on the ignition for 3 seconds. The daytime lights are activated and can 
be switched on.
18)It is only available in some countries or as an optional extra
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NotePlease observe any relevant legal requirements which may apply in your 
country.Coming home / leaving home function*
The Coming Home function is controlled manually. The 
Leaving Home function is cont rolled with a photo sensor.If the Coming Home or Leaving Home  function is connected, the front side 
and dipped lights, the tail lights and the registration plate light will light up 
to provide assistance.
Coming home function
The Coming Home function is activate d by switching off the ignition and 
briefly flashing the lights. When the dr iver's door is opened, the Coming 
Home lighting comes on. If the driver's  door is already open when the lights 
are flashed briefly, the Comi ng Home lighting comes on  immediately.
When the last door of the vehicle or the tailgate is closed, the Coming Home 
function starts and the switching off the headlights is delayed.
The Coming Home lighting switches off in the following cases:•
On completion of the time period established for the delay in switching off 
the lights after all the vehicle doors and the tailgate have been closed.
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If, 30 seconds after being connected, any doors or the tailgate remain 
open.
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If the light switch is turned to position 
.
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If the ignition is switched on.
Leaving home function
The Leaving Home function is activated when the vehicle is unlocked if:
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the light control is in position 
 and
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the photosensor detects “darkness”.
The Leaving Home lighting switches off in the following cases:
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If the time period for the delay in switching off the headlamps has ended.
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If the vehicle is locked again.
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If the light switch is turned to position 
.
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If the ignition is switched on.Note
The setting for the delay in switching  off the headlamps in the Coming Home 
and Leaving Home function can be chan ged or the function can be connected 
or disconnected in the menu  Lights and visibility ⇒ page 72.•
If the ignition key is removed while the lights are on, and the lights are 
flashed briefly and the driver's door opened,  no acoustic signal is heard, as 
when the Coming Home function is on, the lights are automatically switched 
off after a period of time (except when the light switch is in position 
 or 
.
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124Rear window wiper 
 
The windscreen wiper lever operates the windscreen wiper 
and the wash and wipe system for the rear window.
Switching on the interval wipe
– Press the lever forwards to position    ⇒fig. 87 . The wiper will 
wipe the window approximately every 6 seconds.
Switching off the interval wipe function
– Pull the lever back from position   towards the steering wheel.  T h e  wi p e r  will  co n t i n u e  to  fun c t i o n  fo r  a  sh o r t  p e r i o d  i f  yo u  s wi tch  
off whilst the wipers are in motion. Switching on the windscreen wiper and washer system
– Press the lever fully forwards to position   
⇒fig. 87 . The wash 
function will start immediately and the wiper will start with a 
slight delay. The windscreen wash system will function as long as 
you hold the lever in this position.
– Release the lever. The wiper then wipes for approximately 4  seconds, and then in intervals again.
– Release the lever. The washer system stops and the wipers func- tion.
WARNING
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A worn or dirty wiper blade will obstruct visibility and reduce safety.
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Always note the corresponding warnings on  ⇒page 223, “Changing 
windscreen wiper blades”.Caution
In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blade is not frozen to the glass 
before using the wiper for the first time. If you switch on the wiper when the 
wiper blade is frozen to the glass, this could damage both the wiper blade 
and the wiper motor.
Note
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The windscreen wiper will only function when the ignition is switched on 
and the tailgate is closed.
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In reverse gear, with the windscreen wipers switched on, the rear wind-
screen wiper will make one wipe.
Fig. 87  Windscreen wiper 
and windscreen wash 
lever: rear window wiper
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