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Opening and closing
Valid for vehicles: with 5 doors Childproof lock
The childproof lock prevents the rear doors from being
opened from the inside. This system prevents minors from
opening a door accidentally while the vehicle is running.
Fig. 53 Childproof lock
on the left hand side
door
This function is independent of the vehicle electronic opening and
locking systems. It only affects rear doors. It can only be activated
and deactivated manually, as described below:
Activating the childproof lock
– Unlock the vehicle and open the door in which you wish to acti-
vate the childproof lock.
– With the door open, rotate the groove in the door using the igni-
tion key, anticlockwise for the left hand side doors ⇒ Fig. 53
and clockwise for the right hand side doors. Deactivating the childproof lock
–
Unlock the vehicle and open the door whose childproof lock you
want to deactivate.
– With the door open, rotate the groove in the door using the igni-
tion key, anticlockwise for the right hand side doors and clock-
wise for the left hand side doors ⇒ Fig. 53.
Once the childproof lock is activated, the door can only be opened from the
outside. The childproof lock can be activated and deactivated by inserting
the key in the groove when the door is open, as described above. 
Anti-theft alarm system* DescriptionThe anti-theft alarm makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle or steal
it.
The anti-theft alarm is automatically turned on when the vehicle is locked
with the key.
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:
● Opening a door that is mechanically unlocked using the vehicle key
without switching on the ignition in the next 15 seconds (in certain markets,
such as the Netherlands, there is no 15 second waiting time and the alarm
is activated immediately on opening the door).
● A door is opened.
● The bonnet is opened. 
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Lights and visibility
Lights and visibility
Lights Introduction
The legal requirements regarding the use of vehicle lights in each country
must be observed.
The driver is personally responsible for the correct use and adjustment of
the lights in all situations.
Additional information and warnings:
● Information system ⇒ page 73
● Changing bulbs ⇒ page 293
WARNING
If the headlights are regulated too high and the main beam is not used
correctly, there is a risk of dazzling or distracting other road users. This
could result in a serious accident.
● Always make sure that the headlights are correctly adjusted.
● Never use the main beam or headlight flasher when it can dazzle oth-
er drivers.
 Control lamps
lights upPossible causeSolution
Driving light totally or partially
faulty.
Replace the corresponding
bulb ⇒ page 293.
If all the bulbs are OK, the vehi-
cle should be taken to a speci-
alised workshop if necessary.
Rear fog light switched on.⇒ page 111.
Fog lights switched on
 
Left or right turn signal.
The control lamp flashes twice
as fast when a vehicle or trailer
turn signal is faulty.If necessary, check the vehicle
and trailer lighting.
Main beam on or flasher on.⇒ page 110.
Light Assist on.⇒ page 114
Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched on, signalling that the function is being verified.
They will switch off after a few seconds.
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WARNING
If the warning lamps and messages are ignored, the vehicle may stall in
traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries.
● Never ignore the warning lamps or text messages.
● Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible.
● Park the vehicle at a suitable distance away from the traffic ensuring
that the exhaust system is not in contact with inflammable material, for
example, dry grass, fuel, oil, etc.
● A faulty vehicle represents a risk of accident for the driver and for oth-
er road users. If necessary, switch on the hazard warning lamps and put
out the warning triangle to advise other drivers.
CAUTION
Failure to heed the control lamps and text messages when they appear may
result in faults in the vehicle. 
Turn signal and main beam lever*
Fig. 64 Turn signal and
main beam lever
Move the lever to the required position: Right turn signal. Right-hand parking light (ignition switched off)
⇒ page 112.
Left turn signal. Left-hand parking light (ignition switched off)
⇒ page 112.
Main beam switched on ⇒ 
. The control lamp
 will light up on the
instrument panel.
Flashing the headlights. The flashed beam comes on if the lever is
pressed. The control lamp  will light up.
Push the lever all the way down to turn off the corresponding function.
Convenience turn signals
For the convenience turn signals, move the lever as far as possible upwards
or downwards and release the lever. The turn signal will flash three times.
The convenience turn signals are activated and deactivated in the Easy Con-
nect system via the 
key and the Setup function button ⇒ page 79.
In vehicles that do not have the corresponding menu, this function can be
deactivated in a specialised workshop.
WARNING
Improper or lack of use of the turn signals, or forgetting to deactivate
them can confuse other road users. This could result in a serious acci-
dent.
● Always give warning when you are going to change lane, overtake or
when turning, activating the turn signal in good time.
● As soon as you have finished changing lane, overtaking or turning,
switch the turn signal off.
WARNING
Incorrect use of the headlights may cause accidents and serious injury,
as the main beam may distract or dazzle other drivers. 
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Note
● The turn signal only works when the ignition is switched on. The hazard
warning lights also work when the ignition is switched off.
● If a trailer turn signal malfunctions, the control lamp will stop flashing
(trailer turn signals) and the vehicle turn signal will flash at double speed.
● The main beam headlights can only be switched on if the dipped beam
headlights are already on. 
Turning lights on and off
Fig. 65 Dash panel:
Light switch
The legal requirements regarding the use of vehicle lights in each country
must be observed.
Turn the light switch to the required position ⇒ Fig. 65:
Symbolif the ignition is switched offwhen the ignition is on
Fog lights, dipped beam and
side lights off.Light off, or daytime driving light
on.

The “Coming home” and
“Leaving home” guide lights
may be switched on.Automatic control of dipped
beam and daytime driving light.
Symbolif the ignition is switched offwhen the ignition is on
Side light on.Side light on.

Dipped beam off; if necessa-
ry, the side light comes on for
a time.Dipped beam switched on.
Fog lights
The warning lamps
 or  also show, on the light switch or instrument
panel, when the fog lights are on.
● Switching on the fog lights : pull the light switch to the first position,
from positions ,  or .
● Switching on the rear fog light : pull the light switch completely from
position ,  or .
● To switch off the fog lights, press the light switch or turn it to position .
Audible warnings to advise the driver that the lights have not been
switched off
If the key is not in the ignition and the driver door is open, an audible warn-
ing signal is heard in the following cases: This is a reminder to turn off the
lights.
● When the parking light is on ⇒ page 110.
● When the light switch is in position  or .
WARNING
The side lights or daytime driving lights are not bright enough to illumi-
nate the road ahead and to ensure that other road users are able to see
you.
● Always use your dipped beam head lights if it is raining or if visibility
is poor.
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Lights and visibility: functions
Parking light
When the parking light is switched on, (right or left turn signal), the front
side light and the rear light on the corresponding side of the vehicle stay lit.
The parking lights can only be activated with the ignition switched off and
the turn signal and main beam lever in the central position, before being
triggered.
Parking light on both sides
With the ignition switched off and the light switch in position , when lock-
ing the vehicle from the outside, the parking lights on both sides of the ve-
hicle light up. In doing so, only the side lights of both headlights light up,
and additionally the tail lights will do so partially.
Daytime driving light*
The daytime driving lights consist of individual lights, integrated in the front
headlights. With the daylight driving lights on, only these lights switch on
⇒ 
.
The daytime driving lights switch on every time the ignition is switched on,
if the switch is in positions  or , according to the level of exterior light-
ing.
When the light switch is in position , a light sensor automatically
switches dipped beam on and off (including the control and instrument
lighting) or the daytime driving lights depending on the level of exterior
lighting.
Automatic dipped beam control 
The automatic dipped beam control is merely intended as an aid and is not
able to recognise all driving situations. When the light switch is in position 
, the vehicle lights and the instru-
ment panel and switch lighting switch on and off automatically in the fol-
lowing situations ⇒ 
:
Automatic switching on:Automatic switching off:The photo sensor detects darkness,
for example, when driving through a
tunnel.When adequate lighting is detected.
The rain sensor detects rain and ac-
tivates the windscreen wipers.When the windscreen wipers have
been inactive for a few minutes.
Cornering lights* 1)
When turning slowly or on very tight bends, the cornering lights are activa-
ted automatically. The cornering lights may be integrated in the fog lights
and are switched on only at speeds of less than 40 km/h (25 mph).
When reverse gear is engaged, the cornering lights on both sides of the ve-
hicle switch on, in order to better illuminate the area for parking.
Motorway lights*
The motorway light is available on vehicles equipped with full-LED lights.
The function is connected/disconnected via the corresponding Easy Con-
nect system menu.
● Activation: When going above 110 km/h (75 mph) for more than 30 sec-
onds, the dipped beam raises slightly to increase the distance of visibility of
the driver.
● Deactivation: When reducing the speed of the car below 100 km/h, the
dipped beam returns to its normal position. 
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7. Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehi-
cle.
Switch on the hazard warning lights to warn other road users, for example:
● reaching the tail end of a traffic jam,
● there is an emergency
● your vehicle breaks down due to a technical fault,
● you are towing another vehicle or your vehicle is being towed.
All turn signals flash simultaneously when the hazard warning lights are
switched on. The two turn signal turn signal lamps   and the turn signal
lamp in the switch  will flash at the same time. The hazard warning lights
also work when the ignition is switched off.
Emergency braking warning
If the vehicle is braked suddenly and continuously at a speed of more than
80 km/h (50 mph), the brake light flashes several times per second to warn
vehicles driving behind. If you continue braking, the hazard warning lights
will come on automatically when the vehicle comes to a standstill. They
switch off automatically when the vehicle starts to move again.
WARNING
● The risk of an accident increases if your vehicle breaks down. Always
use the hazard warning lights and a warning triangle to draw the atten-
tion of other road users to your stationary vehicle.
● Never park where the catalytic converter could come into contact with
inflammable materials under the vehicle, for example dry grass or spilt
petrol. This could start a fire!
Note
● The battery will run down if the hazard warning lights are left on for a
long time, even if the ignition is switched off.
● The use of the hazard warning lights described here is subject to the rel-
evant statutory requirements. 
Main beam assist*
Main beam assist (Light Assist)
The main beam assist begins operating (within the limits of the system and
depending on the environmental and traffic conditions) starting at a speed
of 60 km/h (37 mph), when it switches on automatically, and then deacti-
vates again below 30 km/h (18 mph) ⇒ 
. This is managed via a camera
situated on the base of the interior mirror.
The main beam assist generally detects illuminated areas and deactivates
the main beam when passing through a town, for example. 

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Switching the main beam assist on and off
effectuse
Activate: 
– Switch the ignition on and turn the light switch to position
.
– From the base position, move the main beam and turn signal
lever forwards ⇒ page 110. When the warning lamp  is dis-
played on the instrument panel display, the main beam assist is
switched on.
To
switch
system off:
– Switch off the ignition.
– OR: Turn the light switch to a different position to 
⇒ page 111.
– OR: with main beam on, move the main beam and turn signal
lever backwards.
– OR: Move the main beam and turn signal lever forwards to
manually switch main beam on. The main beam assist will then
be deactivated.
Malfunctions
The following conditions may prevent the main beam headlight control from
turning off the headlights in time or from turning off altogether:
● In poorly lit towns with highly reflective signs.
● Other insufficiently lit road users (such as pedestrians or cyclists).
● On tight bends and steep slopes (bumps) and when oncoming vehicles
are partially obscured.
● When the drivers of other oncoming vehicles (such as a truck) can see
over a guard rail in the centre of the road.
● If the camera is damaged or the power supply is cut off.
● In fog, snow and heavy rain.
● With dust and sand turbulence.
● With loose gravel in the field of vision of the camera.
● When the field of vision of the camera is misted up, dirty or covered by
stickers, snow, ice...
WARNING
The convenience features of the main beam assist should not encourage
the taking of risks. The system is not a replacement for driver concentra-
tion.
● You are always in control of the main beam and adapting it to the
light, visibility and traffic conditions.
● It is possible that the main beam headlight control does not recog-
nise all driving situations and is limited under certain circumstances.
● When the field of vision of the camera is dirty, covered or damaged,
operation of the main beam control may be affected. This also applies
when changes are made to the vehicle lighting system, for example, if
additional headlights are installed.
CAUTION
To avoid affecting the operation of the system, take the following points in-
to consideration:
● Clean the field of vision of the camera regularly and make sure it is free
of snow and ice.
● Do not cover the field of vision of the camera.
● Check that the windscreen is not damaged in the area of the field of vi-
sion of the camera.
Note
Main beam and headlight flasher can be turned on and off manually at any
time with the turn signal and main beam lever ⇒ page 110. 
Adjusting the headlights
The light beam of the dipped beam lights is asymmetric: the side of the
road on which you are driving is lit more intensely. 
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Operating the cruise control system*
Fig. 127 On the left of
the steering column:
switches and controls for
operating the CCSFig. 128 On the left of
the steering column:
Third 6-position lever for
operating the CCS
effectPosition of the switch, operating the switch on the turn signal lever ⇒ Fig. 127, or
by using the third lever ⇒ Fig. 128Action
Switching on the CCSMove the switch 1 on the turn signal lever to the
ON position, or move the third
lever to the ON position.The system is switched on. The system does
not maintain the speed because there is still
no speed set.
Activating the CCSPress the SET button on the turn signal lever or press the SET button on the third
lever.The current speed is stored and maintained.
Temporarily switching off
the CCSMove the switch 1 on the turn signal lever to the
CANCEL position. Move the
third lever to the CANCEL position and release it.
OR: Apply the foot brake.The cruise control system is switched off
temporarily. The speed setting will remain
stored.
Switching on the CCS againPress the button 3 on the turn signal lever to the
RES/+ position, or move the
third lever to the RESUME position and release it.The stored speed will be saved and will reg-
ulate again. 