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xThe doors can be opened and unlocked individually from the inside by
pulling the inside door handle. If necessary, pull the door release lever twice.
xThe driver's door cannot be locked when it is still open. This avoids
locking the vehicle key inside the vehicle when there is nobody inside.
Locking and unlocking the vehicle with KESSY*
KESSY is a locking and unlocking system that can be used to lock and unlock
the vehicle without actively using the key. To do this, a valid vehicle key only
has to be in the vehicle approach zone Ÿ.
Important
When there is a valid vehicle key in the approach zone (Ÿfig. 49) of a door
or the tailgate, the KESSY locking and unlocking system detects a request to
enter the vehicle. The system checks the access rights and allows the
following functions without active use of the key:
x"Keyless-Entry": Unlocks the handles of the four doors and the tailgate
release button.
x"Keyless-Go": Starts the engine for driving. To do this, a valid vehicle key
only has to be inside the vehicle.
x"Keyless-Exit": locks the vehicle using the driver's side or passenger-side
door handle.
The central locking and locking systems operate in the same way with the
actual locking and unlocking system. Only the controls change.
Fig. 49 KESSY starter and
lock system: approach
zones
Fig. 50 KESSY starter and
lock system: Outside
button on the door
handle.

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a When unlocking the vehicle, all of the indicators blink twice; when locking,
they blink once.
If you unlock the vehicle without opening any doors or the tailgate, it will lock
again automatically after a few seconds.
Unlocking and opening the doors
xTake the handle of the corresponding door and touched the outside
button.
xDoor open.
Closing and locking the doors
xClose the driver's door.
xPress on the outermost button of the passenger or driver's side door
(Ÿpage 86, fig. 50 arrow) once. The vehicle locks with the "Safe" security
system Ÿpage 88. The door being operated must be closed.
xOperate the outermost button on the driver's or passenger door handle
twice to lock the vehicle without the "Safe" security system.
Locking and unlocking the tailgate
If the vehicle key is within the tailgate approach zone (Ÿpage 86, fig. 49)
this will be automatically unlocked when opened.
xOpen and close the tailgate normally Ÿpage 97.
The tailgate locks automatically after it is closed when there is no vehicle key
inside the vehicle.
Locking using the second vehicle key
If there is a key inside the vehicle, this can only be locked from the outside if
a second is key is detected in the approach zone outside the vehicle.
Automatically turning off sensors
When the vehicle is not locked or unlocked for a long period of time then the
approach sensors for the passenger door and rear doors are turned off auto-
matically.When the outside button of the door handle is repeatedly pressed while the
vehicle is locked, for example due to contact with the branches of a tree, all
of the exterior buttons on the side of the vehicle affected will be turned off for
30 minutes. If the only button affected is the driver's door button, only this
button is turned off.
The sensors are turned on again:
xAfter 30 minutes.
xALTERNATIVELY: The vehicle is unlocked using the remote control on
the key.
xALTERNATIVELY: The tailgate is opened.
Convenience functions
xFor convenience locking of all electric windows and the panorama sliding
sunroof, press and hold the button on the outside door handle for more than
two seconds.
xRelease the button to interrupt the function. Pushing the button immedi-
ately after releasing it will open all of the electric windows (safety function)
’ Ÿpage 102.
When a door is opened using the door handle, all of the settings activated in
the menu Configuration – Convenience Ÿpage 70 will be applied.
Caution
A strong jet of steam or water can activate a proximity sensor if a valid vehicle
key is within the approach zone. If at least one of the electric windows is open
and the sensor is triggered several times, convenience locking will begin. If
the jet of steam or water is stopped briefly and then directed at one of the
sensors again, it is possible that all of the windows will open Ÿpage 87,
“Convenience functions”.
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Note
If the vehicle battery or the battery in the vehicle key is flat, it is possible that
the vehicle cannot be locked or unlock using the KESSY system.
"Safe" security system
When the vehicle is locked, the "Safe" security system deactivates the door
handles and the central locking button making the vehicle difficult to open.
The doors cannot be opened from inside Ÿ.
When the "Safe" security system is turned off:
xThe vehicle can be opened and unlocked from the inside using an inside
door handle.
xThe vehicle may be unlocked from the inside by pushing the central
locking button.
xThe anti-theft alarm will be activated.
xThe vehicle interior monitoring system and the anti-tow system are deac-
tivated.Driver's door indicator light.
WARNING
Careless use of the "Safe" security system can cause serious injury.
xNever leave anybody inside the vehicle if this is locked using the key.
When the "Safe" security system is activated, doors cannot be opened
from the inside.
xWhen the doors are locked, it is difficult to get to passengers in the
passenger compartment in case of an emergency. Passengers could remain
trapped inside in case of emergency.
Antitheft alarm
The anti-theft alarm makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle or steal it.
The antitheft alarm is automatically turned on when the vehicle is locked with
the key.
FunctionNecessary operations
Locks the vehicle with the "Safe"
security system.Press the button once on the vehicle
key.
Locks the vehicle without the
"Safe" security system.
Press the button twice on the vehicle
key.
Press the central locking button on
the driver's door once.
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When the vehicle is locked:Meaning
The red LED flashes for approximately 2
seconds at short intervals and then more
slowly.The "Safe" security system is
switched on.
The red LED flashes for about two sec-
onds then turns off. After 30 seconds, the
LED flashes again.The "Safe" security system is
switched off.
The red LED remains lit for about 30 sec-
onds.There is a fault in the locking
system. Contact a specialist
workshop.

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a When does the system trigger an alarm?
The anti-theft alarm siren will be triggered for about 30 seconds accompa-
nied by optical warning signals for about five minutes when the vehicle is
locked and the following unauthorised actions are taken:
xWhen the door is mechanically unlocked using the vehicle key without
turning the ignition within the following 15 seconds.
xA door is opened.
xThe bonnet is opened.
xThe tailgate is opened.
xWhen the ignition is switched on with a non-authorised key.
xWhen the vehicle battery is disconnected.
xWhen there is movement inside the vehicle (vehicles with interior moni-
toring).
xWhen the vehicle is towed (vehicles with anti-tow system)
xWhen the vehicle is lifted (vehicles with anti-tow system).
xTransporting the vehicle on a ferry or by railroad (vehicles with an anti-tow
system or passenger compartment monitoring).
xUnhitch a trailer connected to the antitheft alarm Ÿpage 260.
How to turn OFF the alarm
Unlock the vehicle with the unlocking button on the key or turn on the ignition
with a valid key.
Note
The alarm will be triggered once more when anybody enters the same zone of
surveillance or any other zone. If, for example, after opening a door, the tail-
gate is also opened.
Note
The antitheft alarm is not activated when the vehicle is locked from within
using the central locking button .
Note
If the driver's door is unlocked mechanically with the key, only the driver's
door is unlocked, the rest of the doors remain locked. Only when the ignition
has been turned on will the other doors be available - but not unlocked - and
the central locking button activated.
Note
If the vehicle battery is run down or flat then the antitheft alarm will not
operate correctly.
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Interior monitoring system and anti-tow system*
The interior monitoring system triggers the alarm if the vehicle is locked and
movement is detected inside the vehicle. The anti-tow system triggers the alarm if the vehicle is locked when the system detects the vehicle is being
raised.
Switching on the interior monitoring and the anti-tow systems
Close the storage compartment Ÿfig. 52 on the roof console otherwise
the interior of monitoring function (arrow) may not work without restrictions.
Use the key to lock the vehicle. If the antitheft alarm is turned on, the interior
monitoring and the anti-tow systems are also activated.
Switching off the interior monitoring and the anti-tow systems
To turn off the system, the reading light on the button Ÿfig. 51 must be lit.
To turn on the reading light, remove the key from the ignition or open a door.
xPush the button. A yellow warning lamp will light up in the button
until the vehicle is locked.
xLock all doors and tailgate.
xUse the key to lock the vehicle. The interior monitor and / or anti-towing
alarm are switched off until the next time the vehicle is locked.
To turn off the interior monitoring and anti-tow systems before unlocking the
vehicle, for example in the following situations:
xWhen leaving animals inside the vehicle ’ Ÿpage 83.
xWhen the vehicle must be loaded.
xWhen the vehicle is being transported, for example, by ferry.
xWhen the vehicle must be towed with the axle raised.
Risk of false alarms
The interior monitoring system only operates correctly if the vehicle is
completely closed. Observe legal requirements. The alarm may be acciden-
tally triggered in the following cases:
xWhen a window is completely or partially open.
xIf the sunglasses storage compartment in the roof console is open.
xWhen the panorama sliding sunroof is completely or partially open.
Fig. 51 Driver's seat:
button for switching off
the interior monitoring
system and the anti-tow
system.
Fig. 52 On the roof
console: interior moni-
toring sensors.
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Doors
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
xVehicle key set Ÿpage 78
xCentral locking and locking system Ÿpage 83
xEmergency locking and unlocking Ÿpage 348
WARNING
If a door is not correctly closed, it could open unexpectedly when driving
and cause serious injuries.
xAlways stop immediately and close the door.
xWhen closing, ensure that the door has closed correctly. A closed door
should be flush with the corresponding parts of the bodywork.
xOpen and close doors only when nobody is in the way of the door.
WARNING
A door held open by its retainer could be blown closed by the wind or close
if the vehicle is on a hill causing injury.
xWhen opening and closing doors, always use the door handle.
Warning indicator
Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched. This signals that the lamp is working properly. They
will switch off after a few seconds.
If a door is open or incorrectly closed, the indicator
 or o on the instrument
panel will light.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, a symbol may be displayed on the
instrument panel screen instead of the warning lamp. The indication is also
visible when the ignition is switched off. The indication disappears around 15
seconds after the vehicle has been locked.
Sliding doors
Introduction
Additional information:
xVehicle key set Ÿpage 78
xCentral locking and locking system Ÿpage 83
xEmergency locking and unlocking Ÿpage 348
lights upPossible causeSolution
oAt least one vehicle door is
open or not correctly shut.› Stop driving immediately!
Open the corresponding door
and close it immediately.

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Opening and closing the sliding door electrically*
All of the electric sliding doors can be opened and closed manually using
more force.
Note
When the fuel tank cover is open, the right-hand side electric sliding door is
locked and can only be opened manually.
Note
If the window of a sliding door is lowered them this door cannot open fully.
Fig. 54 On the instru-
ment panel, on the remote
control key and on the
interior lining of the
sliding door: Button for
opening and closing the
electric sliding door.
FunctionNecessary operations
Opens the sliding door electri-
cally.
Press the Ÿfig. 54 button on the instru-
ment panel, on the remote control key
and on the interior lining of the sliding
door. The sliding door opens with the
rollback anti-trap function as long as the
button is not pressed again.
Pull briefly on the interior or exterior han-
dle the door. The sliding door opens
automatically.
Closing the sliding door electri-
cally.
Press the Ÿfig. 54 button on the instru-
ment panel, on the remote control key
and on the interior lining of the sliding
door. The sliding door closes with the
rollback anti-trap function as long as the
button is not pressed again. As it closes,
a warning sound is given.
Pull briefly on the interior or exterior han-
dle the door. The sliding door closes with
the roll-back function. As it closes, a
warning sound is given.

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Safety FirstOperating instructionsPractical tipsTe c h n i c a l D a t a
Ta i l g a t e
Introduction
Additional information and warnings:
xCentral locking Ÿpage 83
xTransporting Ÿpage 13
xEmergency locking and unlocking Ÿpage 348
WARNING
Careless and unsuitable locking, opening and closing of the tailgate can
cause accidents and serious injury.
xOpen and close the tailgate only when nobody is in the way.
xDo not close the tailgate by pushing it down with your hand on the rear
window. The rear window could break and cause injury.
xEnsure the tailgate is locked after closing, otherwise, it may open unex-
pectedly while driving. A closed tailgate should be flush with the corre-
sponding parts of the bodywork.
xAlways keep the tailgate closed while driving to avoid toxic gases
entering the passenger compartment.
xDo not open the tailgate when there is a load carrier installed. Likewise,
the tailgate cannot be opened when a load is attached to it, for example
bicycles. An open tailgate could close itself if there is an additional weight
on it. If necessary, press down on the tailgate and remove the load.
xClose and lock both the tailgate and all the other doors when you are
not using the vehicle. Ensure that nobody remains inside the vehicle.
xNever allow children to play inside or around the vehicle without super-
vision, especially if the tailgate is open. Children could enter the luggage
compartment, close the tailgate and become trapped. Depending on the
time of the year, temperatures inside a locked and closed vehicle can be extremely high or extremely low resulting in serious injuries and illness or
even death, particularly for young children.
xNever leave children or disabled people alone in the vehicle. If the
vehicle key or the central locking button is used, they may be locked in the
vehicle.
Caution
Before opening the tailgate, ensure that there is sufficient free space to open
and close it, for example if you are towing a trailer or in a garage.
Warning indicator
Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched. This signals that the lamp is working properly. They
will switch off after a few seconds.
A warning appears on the instrument panel
˜ if the tailgate is open or not
properly closed.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, a symbol may be displayed on the
instrument panel screen instead of the warning lamp. The indication is also
visible when the ignition is switched off. The indication disappears around 15
seconds after the vehicle has been locked.
lights upPossible causeSolution
˜The tailgate is open or not
correctly shut.› Stop driving immediately!
Open the tailgate and close it
again.
WARNING (continued)