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Lights and visibility
130•Make sure you switch off the windscreen wiper system (lever in position
0) before you use an automatic car wash. This will avoid inadvertent trig-
gering of the wipers and possible damage to the wiper system.Note
•Check that the washer fluid reservoir is full before starting a long journey.
Fill the reservoir ⇒ page 236.•Worn or dirty wiper blades can cause smearing on the glass which can
also impair the effectiveness of the rain sensor*. Check the condition of wind-
screen wiper blades at regular intervals.Rear window wiper
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The windscreen wiper lever also operates the rear window
wiper and the automatic wash/wipe.
The rear window wiper and the automatic wash/wipe system are
switched on as follows:
Intermittent wipe
– Push the windscreen wiper lever fo rwards until it clicks into the
first position ⇒ fig. 102 . The rear window wiper will wipe the
window approximately every 4 seconds.
Automatic wash/wipe
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– Push the lever forwards to position . The rear window wiper will work for the time you hold the lever in this position.
– Release the lever. The rear window wiper will keep working for approximately 4 seconds.
Deactivating the interval wipe function
– Pull the lever backwards until it returns to its original position.The rear window wiper will start working automatically if reverse gear is
engaged while the windscreen wipers are switched on.
WARNING
For correct visibility and safe driving, the wiper must be in perfect condition
⇒page 218. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
Caution
In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blades are not frozen to the
glass before using the windscreen wipers/rear window wiper. The windscreen
wiper blades and even the windscreen wiper motor could be damaged if you
start the windscreen wipers/rear window wiper with the blades frozen to the
glass.
Fig. 102 Windscreen
wiper lever
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Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Headlight washer systemWith the lights switched on, operate the automatic wash and wipe
⇒page 128, fig. 101 , and keep the lever pulled towards you for
at least 1 second.The headlight washer jets come out of the bumper automatically (under water
pressure) ⇒fig. 103 .
Clean off dirt (insects, etc.) from the lenses at regular intervals, for instance
when filling the tank.
To ensure that the system works properly in winter, keep the nozzle holders
free of snow and remove any ice with a de-icer spray.
Rear view mirrorsInterior mirror with manual anti-dazzle settingNormal setting
– Point the lever at the bottom of the mirror forwards.
Anti-dazzle setting for the interior mirror
– Point the lever at the bottom of the mirror to the rear.Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle adjustment*
The automatic anti-dazzle function can be switched on and off
as desired.
Fig. 103 Headlight with
extended washer jet
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Fig. 104 Interior mirror
with anti-dazzle setting:
Indicator lamp and on/off
switch
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132
Switching off the anti-dazzle function
–Press button ⇒page 131, fig. 104 . Indicator lamp goes
off.
Switching on the anti-dazzle function
–Press button ⇒page 131, fig. 104 . Indicator lamp turns
on.Anti-dazzle function
The anti-dazzle function is activated every time the ignition is switched on.
The green indicator lamp lights up in the mirror housing.
When the anti-dazzle function is enabled, the interior mirror will darken auto-
matically according to the amount of light it receives. The anti-dazzle function
is disabled if:•the interior lighting is switched on•reverse gear is engaged
Sensors for automatic headlights*
When the light switch is set to the AUTO position, the dipped beam head-
lights are switched on and off automatically according to the ambient light
level with the aid of the sensors located in the interior mirror ⇒page 117.WARNING
Electrolyte fluid can leak from a broken mirror. This fluid can cause irrita-
tion to the skin, eyes and respiratory organs. Wash thoroughly with clean
water should you come into contact with this fluid. Seek medical assist-
ance if needed!
Caution
Electrolyte fluid leaking from a broken mirror can cause damage to plastic
surfaces. Use a sponge or similar to remove the fluid as soon as possible.
Note
•The interior mirror automatic anti-dazzle function* will only work properly
if the sun blind* for the rear window is retracted and if there are no other
objects preventing light from reaching the mirror.•If you have to stick any type of sticker on the windscreen, do not do so in
front of the sensors. Doing so could prevent the automatic headlight or anti-
dazzle function from working correctly or even from working at all.Exterior mirrors
The exterior mirrors are adjusted electrically.
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Fig. 105 Detailed view of
the armrest: Adjuster
knob
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Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Adjusting the exterior mirrors
– Turn the adjuster knob to position ⇒page 132, fig. 105 (left
exterior mirror) or position (right exterior mirror).
– Move the knob as required to adjust the exterior mirror for a good view behind you.
Retracting both exterior mirrors
– Turn the knob to position .It is advisable to fold the exterior mirrors, for example when parking or when
driving through narrow spaces.
Heated mirrors
The mirrors are heated (depending on the outside temperature) when the
heated rear window ⇒ page 127 is switched on.
The exterior mirror heating is not activated in temperatures above approxi-
mately 20 °C.
Memory for exterior mirrors*
In vehicles with memory function for the driver seat, the setting of the exterior
mirrors is automatically stored together with the seat position ⇒page 138.
Tilting function for exterior mirror on the passenger side* (only if equipped
with memory for exterior mirrors)
When reverse gear is engaged, the mirror surface tilts slightly downwards,
provided the mirror control is switched to the exterior mirror on the passenger
side (knob in position ⇒ page 132, fig. 105). This provides a better view
of the kerb when parking.
The mirror returns to its original position as soon as reverse gear is disen-
gaged and the vehicle is driven forwards at a speed above 15 km/h, or when
the mirror control is turned to position or to the neutral position .
Caution
•Rear view convex or aspheric* mirrors increase the field of vision,
although objects appear smaller and further away in the mirrors. Therefore,
you should not rely on these mirrors for judging the distance of vehicles
behind.•If one of the mirror housings is knocked out of position (e.g. when
parking), the mirrors must first be fully retracted with the electric control. Do
not readjust the mirror housing by hand, as this will interfere with the mirror
adjuster function.Note
If the electrical adjustment ever fails to operate, the mirrors can be adjusted
by hand by lightly pressing the edge of the mirror glass.
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138
Adjusting the contour
– Press the front part of the adjuster switch ⇒page 137, fig. 110
to increase the contour of the lumbar support.
– Press the rear part of the adjuster switch to decrease the contour of the lumbar support.
Adjusting the height
– Press the top part of the adjuster switch to move the contour upwards.
– Press the bottom part of the adjuster switch to move the contour down.The lumbar support provides effective support for the natural curvature of the
spine to give a more relaxed seating position, especially on long journeys.
Driver seat memory*Description
The memory buttons in the driver door can be used to store
and recall up to four different positions for the driver seat and
exterior mirrors.Memory buttons
Using memory buttons 1, 2, 3 and 4 ⇒fig. 111 , you can store and recall the
seat and exterior mirror positions for up to four different drivers.
button
The seat memory will be disabled if the button is in the up position
(press and release). The word
/&& will light up next to the button (only
visible when the lights are switched on).
The stored settings will all remain in the memory. However, the seat and the
exterior mirrors can now only be adjusted using the conventional electrical
Fig. 111 Driver door:
Memory system
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144Fastening rings
There are four fastening rings in the luggage compartment,
which can be used to secure loads.– Use the fastening ring s to secure the load ⇒fig. 117 -arrows- .
– Please refer to the safety notes ⇒page 17.
Luggage net*
The luggage net can be used to secure and retain light items
in the luggage compartment.Luggage net
– Secure the luggage net to the four fastening rings -arrows-
⇒fig. 118 .The luggage net can be attached to the fastening rings in the bottom of the
luggage compartment panel.
WARNING
The luggage net should only be used to hold objects weighing up to 5 kg.
Heavier objects cannot be safely secured (risk of injury).
Fig. 117 Location of
fastening rings in luggage
compartment
Fig. 118 Stretched
luggage net
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154One or two drink holders can be held in the centre console.
WARNING
•Do not put any hot drinks in the drink holder while the vehicle is
moving. You can be scalded if the hot liquid is spilt.•Do not use hard china cups or glasses. These could cause injury in the
event of an accident.
Ashtray*, cigarette lighter* and electric
sockets*Front ashtray*
Opening the ashtray
– Lightly press the front part of the ashtray ⇒fig. 133 .
Removing the ashtray
– Take hold of the sides of the ashtray ⇒ fig. 133 and lift it out.
Fitting the ashtray casing
– Insert the casing and press it into its mountings.
WARNING
Never put waste paper in the ashtray, as this could cause a fire.Rear ashtray
Fig. 133 Centre console:
Open ashtray
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Fig. 134 Rear ashtray
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Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Opening the ashtray
– Lift the lid.
Removing the ashtray
– Take hold of the lid ⇒page 154, fig. 134 and lift out the ashtray.
Fitting the ashtray casing
– Open the lid on the ashtray and press the casing into the mounting as far as it will go.
WARNING
Never put waste paper in the ashtray, as this could cause a fire.
Cigarette lighter*
The 12 volt socket for the cigarette lighter can also be used as
a power source for other electrical appliances.Using the cigarette lighter
–Press in the ciga rette lighter button.
– Wait for the lighter to pop out slightly.
– Pull out the cigarette lighter immediately.
– Use the glowing heater element of the cigarette lighter to light your cigarette.
– Put the cigarette lighter back in its socket.
Operating the socket
– Take out the cigarette lighter.
Fig. 135 Cigarette lighter
in the centre console
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