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Electrical socket The 12 Volt cigarette lighter power socket can also be used for other electrical
components with a power rating of up to 120 Watt. When the engine is
switched off, however, the vehicle battery will discharge. For further informa-
tion see ⇒page 175.
WARNING
The power sockets and the connected accessories will only operate when
the ignition is on or when the engine is running. Improper use of the
sockets or electrical accessories can lead to serious injuries or cause a fire.
To avoid the risk of injury, never leave children alone inside the vehicle.
Note
•The use of electrical appliances with the engine switched off will cause a
battery discharge.
•Before using any electrical accessories, see the instructions in
⇒ page 175.Auxiliary audio input connection (AUX)*– Lift the AUX cover ⇒ fig. 85.
– Insert the plug as far as possible (see radio manual).
Fig. 84 Front power
socket
Fig. 85 AUX connection
on the central console
(depending on the equip-
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WARNING
•Loose luggage and other loose items in the vehicle may cause serious
injuries.•Loose objects in the luggage compartment can suddenly move and
change the way the vehicle handles.•In case of sudden manoeuvres or accidents, loose objects in the
passenger compartment can be flung forward, injuring passengers.•Always put objects in the luggage compartment.•When you transport heavy objects, always take in account that a
change in the centre of gravity can also cause changes in vehicle handling.•Please observe information on safe driving ⇒page 7, “Safe driving”.Caution
Hard objects on the shelf could chafe against the wires of the heating
element in the rear window and cause damage.
Note
The ventilation slots in front of the rear side windows must not be covered as
this would prevent stale air being extracted from the vehicle.
Rear shelfRemoving the shelf
– Unhook the loops ⇒fig. 87 from housings
– Extract the cover from its slot, in its rest position and pull outwards.
WARNING
Do not place heavy or hard objects on the rear shelf, because they will
endanger the vehicle occupants in case of sudden braking.
Caution
•Before closing the tailgate, ensure that the rear shelf is correctly fitted.•An overloaded luggage compartment could mean that the rear shelf is not
correctly seated and it may be bent or damaged.
Fig. 87 Rear shelf
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Air conditioningHeatingControls– Using the controls and and with the switch ⇒fig. 88
you can adjust the temperature, the air distribution and the
blower speed.
– Press the button to switch ai r recirculation mode on or off.
When the function is activated, a warning light on the button is
turned on.Te m p e r a t u r e
Switch adjusts temperature. The required temperature inside the vehicle
cannot be lower than the ambient temperature. Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is only available when the engine
has reached its operating temperature.
Blower
The air flow can be set at four speeds with switch . The blower should
always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
Air distribution
Control for setting the flow of air in the required direction.
< – Air distribution towards the windscreen in order to demist. For safety
reasons, it is not recommended to switch air recirculation on. – Air distribution to the upper body – Air distribution to footwell – Air distribution to the windscreen and the footwell.
Air recirculation mode
Air recirculation mode on (a lamp lights up in red) prevents strong odours
from the outside air from entering in the vehicle, for example when passing
through a tunnel or in a traffic jam ⇒.
When the outside temperature is low, air recirculation mode improves
heating performance by heating air from the interior instead of cold air from
the outside.
WARNING
•For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Fig. 88 Heating controls
on the dash panel
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– Close outlets .
– Open and turn outlets towards side windows.Once the windows are demisted and as a preventive measure, the control
can be set in position
, thus obtaining greater comfort while preventing the
windows from misting again. Heating
Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is
only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
Note
Remember that the temperature of the
engine coolant should be optimum to
ensure that the heating system functions correctly (except in vehicles fitted
with additional heating*)
Air outlets
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Fig. 90 Air vent
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– Turn the fan control to one of the two levels depending on the
speed required.
– Rotate the temperature control to the desired level of comfort.
– Close outlets
– Open and turn outlets towards side windows
Temperature selector ⇒page 123
Blower control. There are four speed settings for the blower. At low
speed, it is recommended to set the blower to a minimum of 1 to improve
the intake of fresh air.
Air distribution control ⇒page 123
Air recirculation button ⇒page 124
button – Switch on air conditioning ⇒page 123WARNING
For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Note
Please consider the general notes.
Vehicle interior heating or cooling system Interior heating
– Disconnect the cooling system using button ⇒fig. 92 (the
button light turns off).
– Turn the temperature selector to set the desired temperature inside the vehicle.
– Turn the blower switch to any of of the settings 1-4.
– Set the air distribution control to the air flow configuration
desired: (towards the windscreen), (towards the chest), (towards the footwell) and (towards the windscreen and
footwell areas).
Interior cooling
– Connect the cooling system with button (the button light should light up).
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controls on the dash
panel
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•If the function is not deactivated by pressing the button, this will deacti-
vate after approx. 20 min.Economic use of the air conditioningWhen the air conditioning is switched on, the compressor consumes engine
power and has influence on fuel consumption. Consider the following points
in order to have the system operating in the minimum possible time.•If the vehicle interior has overheated due to an excessive solar radiation,
it is best to open the windows or doors to allow the hot air to escape.•While in motion, the air conditioning should not be switched on if the
windows or the sunroof are open.*
ClimatronicControl switchesFig. 93 Climatronic controls on the dash panelThe air conditioner only works when the engine is running and the
blower is switched on.
–Press keys and ⇒ fig. 93 to adjust temperature.
– The functions will be switched on when its buttons are pressed. When the function is activated, a symbol is displayed on the
screen. Press the button again to switch off the function.
Blower level indicator.
Air recirculation display:
Display AUTO (Automatic operation)
Demisting indicator
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Manual mode
In manual mode the air temperature, flow, and the desired air
distribution can be adjusted.Switching on manual mode
– Press one of the buttons ⇒page 125, fig. 93 to or press
the blower control and down. The indicator is switched off .Te m p e r a t u r e
The inside temperature can be set between +18 °C (64 °F) and +29 °C (86 °F).
These are approximate temperatures which may slightly vary depending on
the outside conditions.
If a temperature below 18 °C (64 °F), is selected, the display switches to LO In
this setting the system runs at maximum cooling output and the temperature
is not regulated.
If a temperature above 29 °C (86 °F) is selected, the display switches to HI In
this setting the system runs at maximum heating output and the temperature
is not controlled.
Blower
The blower can be adjusted with buttons and ⇒page 125, fig. 93. If
the blower is off (level is not shown on the screen) and button is kept
pressed down, the Climatronic switches off. Then OFF is displayed on the
screen.
Air distribution
The air distribution is adjusted using the buttons , and . It is also
possible to open and close some of the air outlets separately. Switching the air conditioning on and off
Pressing the button the air cooling system can be switched off in order to
save fuel. The temperature continues to self-regulate. The set temperature
can then only be reached if it is higher than the outside temperature.
Air recirculation mode
Air recirculation mode prevents fumes or unpleasant smells
from coming from the outside.– Press the button to switch air recirculation mode on or off.
This is ON if the symbol
⇒ page 125, fig. 93 is displayed on
the screen.
Air recirculation mode prevents strong odours in the ambient air from
entering the vehicle interior, for example when passing through a tunnel or in
a traffic jam.
When the outside temperature is low, air recirculation mode improves
heating performance by heating air from the interior instead of cold air from
the outside.
When the outside temperature is high, air recirculation mode improves
cooling performance by cooling air from the interior instead of warm air from
outside.
For safety reasons, the air recirculation should not be switched on when the
air distribution control is set to the windscreen setting
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WARNING
In air recirculation mode, no cold air from the outside enters the vehicle
interior. If the air conditioner is switched off, the windows can quickly mist
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DrivingSteeringAdjusting the steering wheel position
The height and reach of the steering wheel can be freely
adjusted to suit the driver.– Adjust the driver seat to the correct position.
– Push the lever under the steering column ⇒fig. 94 down ⇒.
– Adjust the steering wheel until the correct position is set ⇒fig. 94.
– Then push the lever up again firmly ⇒.
WARNING
•Incorrect use of the steering column adjustment function and an incor-
rect seating position can result in serious injury.•To avoid accidents, the steering column should be adjusted only when
the vehicle is stationary.•Adjust the driver seat or steering whee l so that there is a distance of at
least 25 cm between the steering wheel and your chest ⇒fig. 94 . If you fail
to observe the minimum distance, the airbag will not protect you. Risk of
fatal injury.•If your physical constitution does not allow you to maintain the
minimum distance of 25 cm, contact an Authorised Service Centre. The
Authorised Service Centre will help you to decide if special specific modifi-
cations are necessary.•If you adjust the steering wheel so that it points towards your face, the
driver airbag will not protect you properly in the event of an accident. Make
sure that the steering wheel points towards your chest.•When driving, always hold the steering wheel with both hands on the
outside of the ring at the 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock positions. Never hold the
steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position, or in any other manner (e.g. in
the centre of the steering wheel, or on the inside of the rim). In such cases,
if the airbag is triggered, you may sustain injuries to the arms, hands and
head.
Fig. 94 Steering column
height adjustment
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