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Unlocking and lockingKeyDescriptionFig. 22 Set of keys without remote control / Keys with remote control keyTwo keys are provided with the vehicle. Depending on the equipment, your vehicle can
be equipped with keys without radio remote control or with radio remote control keys*
fig. 22 .
WARNING
Always withdraw the key whenever you leave the vehicle - even if it is only
for a short time. This is particularly important if children are left in the vehicle.
The children might otherwise start the en gine or operate electrical equipment
(e.g. power windows) - risk of injury!
Do not withdraw the ignition key from the ignition lock until the vehicle has
come to a stop. The steerin g lock might otherwise enga ge unintentionally - risk
of accident!Caution
Each key contains electronic components; therefore protect them against moisture
and severe shocks.
Keep the groove of the keys absolutely clean as impurities (textile fibres, dust etc.)
have a negative effect on the proper operation of the locking cylinder and the ignition
lock.Note
Please approach a specialist garage if you lose a key since he can obtain a new one for
you.Changing the battery in the remote control keyFig. 23 Remote control key - remove cover / remove batteryEach remote control key contains a batt ery which is housed under the cover
fig. 23 . If the battery is discharged, the red in dicator light does not light up after
pressing a button on the remote control fig. 23 . Change the battery as follows:
– Fold open the key.
– Carefully press off the cover at the points of the arrows .
– Remove the discharged battery from the key by pressing the battery downwards at the point of the arrow fig. 23 .
– Insert the new battery. Ensure that the “+” symbol on the battery is facing upwards. The correct polarity is shown on the battery cover.
– Position the battery cover on the key and pres s on it until it is heard to lock in place.
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Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Praktik
Technical Data
WARNING
Take care when using the cigarette ligh ter! Not paying proper attention or
incorrect use the cigarette lighter in an uncontrolled manner may result in
burns.
The cigarette lighter and the power socket also operates when the ignition is
switched off or the ignition key withdrawn. This is why you should never leave
children unattended in the vehicle!Caution
Always use matching plugs to avoid damagi ng the power socket.
Note
Connecting electrical components when the engine is not running will drain
the battery of the vehicle - risk of battery draining!
Further information page 179.
Power socket in the luggage compartment*– Open the cover of the power socket fig. 76 .
– Connect the plug of the electrical appliance to the socket.
You can only use the power socket for the connection of approved electrical accesso-
ries with a power uptake up to 120 watts. The vehicle battery will be discharged in the
process if the engine is stationary. The same remarks apply here as for
page 72, “Cigarette lighter”.
Further information page 179, “Accessories, changes and replacement of parts”.
Storage compartmentsOverviewYou will find the following storag e facilities in your vehicle:
WARNING
Please do not place anything on top of the dash panel. Such objects might
slide or fall down when driving (whe n accelerating or cornering) and may
distract you from concentrating on the traffic situation - risk of accident!
Ensure that when driving no objects from the centre console of from other
storage possibilities may get into the fo otwell of the driver. You would then no
longer be able to apply the brakes, oper ate the clutch or accelerator - risk of
accident!
Fig. 76 Luggage compartment: Power
socket
Storage compartments on the front passenger side*
page 74
Storage compartment on the driver's side
page 74
Storage compartment for spectacles*
page 75
Stowage compartment in centre console
page 75
Storage compartment in the front seat*
page 75
Front seat armrest with storage compartment*
page 75
Storage compartment in the front doors
page 76
Storage compartments in the luggage compartment
page 76
Flexible storage compartment*
page 76
Clothes hooks*
page 77
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