
FunctioniNotes/tipsGSets the airflowHSets the temperature, leftSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).
For USA only
FunctioniNotes/tips:Sets climate control to
automaticActivate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up.;Defrosts the windshieldOnly use the "defrosting" function briefly until the
windshield is clear again.=Switches the ZONE function
on/offUse the ZONE function to adopt the temperature
settings on the driver's side for the front-passenger
side as well. The indicator lamp above the á
button goes out.?Activates/deactivates air-
recirculation modeOnly use "air-recirculation" mode briefly, e.g. if there
are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel. The
windows could otherwise fog up as, in air-
recirculation mode, no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle.ASwitches maximum cooling
MAX COOL on/offBSwitches cooling with air
dehumidification on/offActivate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up.CSwitches the rear window
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FunctioniNotes/tips;Defrosting the windshieldOnly use the "defrosting" function briefly until the
windshield is clear again.=Switches the ZONE function
on/offUse the ZONE function to adopt the temperature
settings on the driver's side for the front-passenger
side and the rear compartment as well. The indicator
lamp above the á button goes out.?DisplayAActivates/deactivates air-
recirculation modeOnly use "air-recirculation" mode briefly, e.g. if there
are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel. The
windows could otherwise fog up, as in air-
recirculation mode, no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle.BSwitches the residual heat
function on/offUse the residual heat function if you want to heat or
ventilate the vehicle interior when the ignition is
switched off. The "residual heat" function can only be
activated or deactivated with the ignition switched
off.CSwitches cooling with air
dehumidification on/offActivate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up. You can also set the airflow
and air distribution of the automatic climate control
to one of three levels (FOCUS/MEDIUM/DIFFUSE).
You can set the desired level using button G. The
MEDIUM level is recommended.DSwitches the rear window
defroster on/offESwitches climate control on/
offActivate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up. You can also set the airflow
and air distribution of the automatic climate control
to one of three levels (FOCUS/MEDIUM/DIFFUSE).
You can set the desired level using button G. The
MEDIUM level is recommended.FSets the temperature, rightSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).138Overview of climate control systemsClimate control
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FunctioniNotes/tipsGSets climate control to
automatic (FOCUS/MEDIUM/
DIFFUSE)Activate climate control using the à and ¿
buttons. The indicator lamps above the à and
¿ buttons light up. You can also set the airflow
and air distribution of the automatic climate control
to one of three levels (FOCUS/MEDIUM/DIFFUSE).
You can set the desired level using button G. The
MEDIUM level is recommended.HSets the airflowISets the air distributionJSets the temperature, leftSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).Rear control panelKIncreases the temperatureSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).LDisplayMReduces the temperatureSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).Operating the control systems
Switching the control on/off
Important information
GWarning!
When the climate control system is
deactivated, the outside air supply and
circulation are also deactivated. Only choose
this setting for a short time. Otherwise the
windows could fog up, impairing visibility and
endangering you and others.
i Activate climate control primarily using
the à button ( Y page 140).
Activating/deactivatingXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.XTo activate: press the à button.
The indicator lamp above the à button
lights up. Airflow and air distribution are set
to automatic mode.
or
XPress the ^ button.
The indicator lamp above the ^ button
goes out. The previously selected settings
come into effect again.XTo deactivate: press the ^ button.
The indicator lamp above the ^ button
lights up.
Switching cooling with air
dehumidification on/off
Important information
The cooling with air dehumidification function
is only available when the engine is running.
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The air inside the vehicle is cooled and
dehumidified according to the temperature
selected.GWarning
If you switch off the cooling function, the
vehicle will not be cooled when weather
conditions are warm. The windows can fog up
more quickly. Window fogging may impair
visibility and endanger you and others.
Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when automatic climate control is
in cooling mode. This is normal and not a sign
that there is a malfunction.
i The cooling with air dehumidification
function uses refrigerant R134a. This
coolant does not contain
chlorofluorocarbons, and therefore does
not damage the ozone layer.
Activating/deactivating
XTo switch on: press the ¿ button.
The indicator lamp above the ¿ button
lights up.XTo switch off: press the ¿ button.
The indicator lamp above the ¿ button
goes out. The cooling with air
dehumidification function has a delayed
switch-off feature.
Problems with the "cooling with air
dehumidification" function
If the indicator lamp in the ¿ button does
not go out when switched off, the cooling with
air dehumidification function is switched off
due to a malfunction. You can no longer
activate the cooling with air dehumidification
function.
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.Setting climate control to automaticGWarning
If you switch off the cooling function, the
vehicle will not be cooled when weather
conditions are warm. The windows can fog up
more quickly. Window fogging may impair
visibility and endanger you and others.
In automatic mode, the set temperature is
maintained automatically at a constant level.
The system automatically regulates the
temperature of the dispensed air, the airflow
and the air distribution.
Automatic mode will achieve optimal
operation if cooling with air dehumidification
is also activated. If desired, cooling with air
dehumidification can be deactivated.
XTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.XSet the desired temperature.XTo activate: press the à button.
The indicator lamp above the à button
lights up. Automatic air distribution and
airflow are activated.X3-zone automatic climate control: press
switch G up or down and select the
desired level ( Y page 137).FOCUSAir flow high/air distribution via
the center and side ventsMEDIUMAir flow medium/air distribution
via the center and side ventsDIFFUSEAir flow low/air distribution via the
center, side and defroster vents
i This setting is especially effective in
automatic mode when outside
temperatures are high.
XTo deactivate: press the air distribution
button.
Dual-zone automatic climate control: press
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The climate control system switches to the
following functions:
R cooling with air dehumidification on
R high airflow 13
R high temperature 13
R air distribution to the windshield and
front side windows
R air-recirculation mode offXTo deactivate: press the ¬ button.
The indicator lamp above the ¬ button
goes out. The previously selected settings
come into effect again. The cooling with air
dehumidification function remains on. Air-
recirculation mode remains deactivated.
or
XPress the à button.
The indicator lamp above the ¬ button
goes out. Airflow and air distribution are set
to automatic mode.
or
XDual-zone automatic climate control:
press switch E or H up or down
( Y page 135).
3-zone automatic climate control: press
switch F or J up or down ( Y page 137).
or
XDual-zone automatic climate control:
press switch G up or down ( Y page 135).
3-zone automatic climate control: press
switch H up or down ( Y page 137).
Maximum cooling MAX COOL
The MAX COOL function is only available in
vehicles for the USA.
MAX COOL is only operational when the
engine is running.
When you activate MAX COOL, climate
control switches to the following functions:
R maximum cooling
R maximum airflow
R air-recirculation mode onXTo activate: press the Ù button.
The indicator lamp above the button lights
up.XTo deactivate: press the Ù button
again.
The indicator lamp goes out. The previously
selected settings come into effect again.
Defrosting the windows
Windows fogged up on the inside
XActivate the "cooling with air
dehumidification" function ¿.XActivate automatic mode Ã.XIf the windows continue to fog up, activate
the defrosting function ( Y page 142).
i
You should only select this setting until
the windshield is clear again.
Windows fogged up on the outside
XSwitch on the windshield wipers.Xdual-zone automatic climate control:
press switch F up or down ( Y page 135)
until the P or O symbol appears in
the display.X3-zone automatic climate control: press
switch I up or down (Y page 137) until the
P or O symbol appears in the
display.
i You should only select this setting until
the windshield is clear again.
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Rear window heating
Activating/deactivatingGWarning
Any accumulation of snow and ice should be
removed from the rear window before driving.
Visibility could otherwise be impaired,
endangering you and others.
The rear window heating has a high current
draw. You should therefore switch it off as
soon as the window is clear as it only switches
off automatically after several minutes.
If the battery voltage is too low, the rear
window heating may switch off.
XTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.XPress the ¤ button.
The indicator lamp above the ¤ button
lights up or goes out.
Problems with the rear window heating
The rear window heating has deactivated
itself prematurely or cannot be activated.
XSwitch off any consumers that are not
required, e.g. reading lamps or interior
lighting.
When the battery is sufficiently charged,
the rear window heating is activated again
automatically.
Activating/deactivating air-
recirculation mode
You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if
unpleasant odors are entering the vehicle
from outside. The air already inside the
vehicle will then be recirculated.
The operation of the air-recirculation mode is
the same for all control panels.
GWarning
Fogged windows impair visibility,
endangering you and others. If the windows
begin to fog on the inside, switching off the
air recirculation mode immediately should
clear interior window fogging. If interior
window fogging persists, make sure the air
conditioning is activated, or press the ¬
button.XTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.XTo activate: press the g button.
The indicator lamp above the g button
lights up.
i Air-recirculation mode is activated
automatically at high outside
temperatures. When air-recirculation mode
is activated automatically, the indicator
lamp above the g button is not lit.
Outside air is added after about 30
minutes.
XTo deactivate: press the g button.
The indicator lamp above the g button
goes out.
i Air-recirculation mode switches off
automatically:
R after approximately five minutes if
outside temperatures are under about
41 ‡ (5 †)
R after approximately five minutes if
cooling with air dehumidification is
deactivated
R after approximately 30 minutes if outside
temperatures are over about
41 ‡ (5 †)
Switching the residual heat on/off
Only 3-zone automatic climate control in
vehicles in Canada features the "residual
heat" function.
It is possible to make use of the residual heat
of the engine to continue heating the
stationary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after
the engine has been switched off. The heating
time depends on the temperature that has
been set.
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SmartKey positions
SmartKeygTo remove the SmartKey
(shift the transmission to position P)1Power supply for some consumers, such
as the windshield wipers2Ignition (power supply for all consumers)
and drive position3To start the engine
Once the ignition is switched on, all the
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light
up. The indicator lamps of the low-beam
headlamps, high-beam headlamps, turn
signal lamps or front fog lamps only light up
if the low-beam headlamps, high-beam
headlamps, turn signal lamps or front fog
lamps are switched on. If an indicator lamp
does not light up when the ignition is switched
on, check it and replace it if necessary. If an
indicator lamp does not go out after starting
the engine or lights up while the vehicle is in
motion, see ( Y page 240).
If the SmartKey is in position 0 in the ignition
lock for an extended period of time, it can no
longer be turned in the ignition lock. The
steering is then locked. To unlock, remove the
SmartKey and reinsert it in the ignition lock.
The steering is locked when you remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
XRemove the SmartKey when the engine is
switched off.
The battery may otherwise discharge.If you cannot turn the SmartKey in the ignition
lock, the vehicle battery may not be charged
sufficiently.XCheck the vehicle battery and charge if
necessary ( Y page 294).
or
XJump-start the vehicle ( Y page 296).
i
The SmartKey can be turned in the
ignition lock even if it is not the correct
SmartKey for the vehicle. The ignition is not
switched on. The engine cannot be started.
KEYLESS-GO
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with
a SmartKey with an integrated KEYLESS-GO
function and a detachable Start/Stop button.
The Start/Stop button must be inserted in the
ignition lock and the SmartKey must be in the
vehicle.
Pressing the Start/Stop button several times
in succession corresponds to the different
key positions in the ignition lock. This is only
the case if you are not depressing the brake
pedal.
If you depress the brake pedal and press the
Start/Stop button, the engine starts
immediately.
The Start/Stop button can be removed from
the ignition lock. Then you can insert the
SmartKey in the ignition lock.
i You do not have to remove the Start/Stop
button from the ignition lock when you
leave the vehicle. However, you should
always take the SmartKey with you when
leaving the vehicle. The vehicle can be
started with the Start/Stop button and the
electrical equipment can be operated while
the SmartKey is in the vehicle.
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:Start/Stop button;Ignition lockXInsert Start/Stop button : into ignition
lock ;.
i
When you insert Start/Stop button :
into ignition lock ;, the system requires a
detection time of two seconds before you
can use Start/Stop button :.
XShift the transmission to position P.XDo not press the brake pedal.
Start/Stop button
=USA only?Canada onlyXPosition 0: if Start/Stop button : has not
yet been pressed, this corresponds to the
SmartKey being removed from the ignition.XPosition 1: press Start/Stop button :.
You can now activate the windshield
wipers, for example.i If you then open the driver's door when in
this position, the power supply is
deactivated.XPosition 2 (ignition): press Start/Stop
button : twice.
i
If you press Start/Stop button : once
when in this position and the driver's door
is open, the power supply is deactivated
again.
As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light
up. The indicator lamps of the low-beam
headlamps, high-beam headlamps, turn
signal lamps or front fog lamps only light up
if the low-beam headlamps, high-beam
headlamps, turn signal lamps or front fog
lamps are switched on. If an indicator lamp
does not light up when the ignition is switched
on, check it and replace it if necessary. If an
indicator lamp does not go out after the
engine is started or if it lights up while the
vehicle is in motion, see ( Y page 240).
Starting the engine
Important safety notes
GWarning
Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your
health. All exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause
unconsciousness and possible death.
Do not run the engine in confined areas (such
as a garage) which are not properly ventilated.
If you think that exhaust gas fumes are
entering the vehicle while driving, have the
cause determined and corrected
immediately. If you must drive under these
conditions, drive only with at least one
window fully open at all times.
! Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
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