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Mirror adjustment
Interior mirror Swivel the lever on the underside to
reduce dazzle.
Interior mirror 3 40, Automatic anti-
dazzle interior mirror
3 40. Exterior mirrors
Select the relevant exterior mirror and
adjust.
Electric adjustment
3 39, Convex
exterior mirrors 3 39, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 39, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 40. Steering wheel adjustment
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is
fully locked. Do not adjust steering
wheel
unless vehicle is stationary and
steering wheel lock has been
released.
Airbag system 3 57, Ignition
positions 3 128
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Windscreen and headlamp
washer systems Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlamp washer
system 3 78, Washer fluid 3 158. Rear window wiper and washer
system
Wipers on = push lever
Wipers off = push lever again
Wash = push lever and hold
Rear window wipers and washer
system 3 79, Wiper blade
replacement
3 159, Washer fluid
3 158. Climate control
Heated rear window, heated
exterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heated rear window
3 42.
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Automatic transmission P
=park
R = reverse
N = neutral
D = drive
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P or N when the ignition is on
and the foot brake is depressed
(Selector lever lock). To engage P or
R , push button on selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 131. Starting off
Check before starting off
■ Tyre
pressure and condition 3 175,
3 220.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 156.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and
operational.
■ Proper position of seats, seat belts and mirrors 3 46, 3 55, 3 39.
■ Check brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet. Starting engine with ignition
switch
Turn key to position 1. Move the
steering wheel slightly to release the
steering wheel lock. Operate clutch
and brake, automatic transmission in
P or N
, do not accelerate; for diesel
engine, turn the key to position 2 for
preheating until control indicator !
goes out; turn key to 3 and release
key when engine is running.
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Keys, doors and windows
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Keys, doors and
windows
Keys, locks ................................... 27
Doors ........................................... 35
Vehicle security
............................ 36
Exterior mirrors ............................ 39
Interior mirrors ............................. 40
Windows ...................................... 41
Roof ............................................. 43 Keys, locks
Keys
Replacement keys
The key number is specified in the
Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when
ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
When electronic keys of the
Open&Start system are being
replaced, all keys requiring
programming must be handed over to
the dealer.
Locks 3 189, Open&Start system,
electronic keys 3 29. Key with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Car Pass
The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
When
the car is taken to a workshop,
this vehicle data is needed in order to
perform certain operations.
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Exterior mirrors
Convex shape
The convex exterior mirror reduces
blind spots. The shape of the mirror
makes
objects appear smaller, which
will affect the abilty to estimate
distances.
Electric adjustment First select the relevant exterior mirror
then use the control to adjust. Folding
For pedestrian safety, the exterior
mirrors will swing out of their normal
mounting position if they are struck
with sufficient force. Reposition the
mirror by applying slight pressure to
the mirror housing.
Manual
The exterior mirrors can be folded in
by pressing gently on the outer edge
of the housing. Electric
Press the n button and both exterior
mirrors will fold.
Press button n again - both exterior
mirrors
return to their original position.
If an electrically retracted mirror is
manually extended, pressing the n
button will only electrically extend the
other mirror.
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Keys, doors and windows
Heated Operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heating functions with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time. Interior mirrors
Manual anti-dazzle
To reduce dazzle, turn the lever on
the underside of the mirror housing. Automatic anti-dazzle
Dazzle from following vehicles at
night is automatically reduced.
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Operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heating functions with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Depending on the engine type, the
heated rear window comes on
automatically
when the diesel particle
filter is being cleaned.
Sun visors
The sun visors can be folded down or
swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
If the sun visors have integral mirrors,
the mirror covers should be closed
when driving. Roof
Moonroof
Do
not affix any stickers to the middle
part of the roof. Do not cover the
vehicle using a tarpaulin.
Sunblind
The sunblind is electrically operated. Press button G to open and H to
close. Press and hold the button to
close fully.
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Lighting
Reading lights Operated with a buttons or switch (I
= on, 0 = off, centre = automatic)
Sunvisor lights
The lighting switches on when the
cover is opened. Lighting features
Centre console lighting
Spot light in interior mirror housing.
Daylight-dependent, automatically
regulated centre console lighting.
Entry lighting
After unlocking the vehicle, the
instrument panel lighting and the
number
plate lamps come on for a few
seconds.
Exit lighting Headlights and reversing lights come
on
for approximately 30 seconds after
the system is activated and the
driver's door is closed.
Activating
1. Switch off ignition.
2. Remove ignition key.
3. Open driver's door.
4. Pull turn signal lever.
5. Close driver's door.
If the driver's door is not closed the
lights switch off after two minutes.
The lighting is switched off
immediately if the turn signal lever is
pulled while the driver's door is open.
Battery discharge
protection
To prevent the battery from becoming
discharged, all the interior lighting is
switched off automatically after 10
minutes, when the ignition is switched
off.