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In brief9Mirror adjustment
Interior mirror adjustment
Swivel the lever on the underside to
reduce dazzle.
Interior mirror 3 38, Automatic anti-
dazzle interior mirror 3 38.
Exterior mirrors adjustment
Select the relevant exterior mirror and
adjust.
Electric adjustment 3 37, Convex
exterior mirrors 3 37, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 37, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 38.
Steering wheel adjustment
Unlock lever, adjust steering wheel,
then engage lever and ensure it is fully locked. Do not adjust steering
wheel unless vehicle is stationary and steering wheel lock has been
released.
Airbag system 3 57, Ignition
positions 3 126.
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14In brief
Windscreen and headlight
washer systems
Pull lever.
Windscreen and headlight washer
system 3 79, Washer fluid 3 156.
Rear window wiper and washer
systemsWipers on=push leverWipers off=push lever againWash=push lever and hold
Rear window wipers and washer
system 3 80, Wiper blade
replacement 3 158, Washer fluid
3 156.
Climate control
Heated rear window, heatedexterior mirrors
Heating is operated by pressing the
Ü button.
Heated rear window 3 41.
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16In brief
Automatic transmissionP=park positionR=reverse gearN=neutral positionD=drive
The selector lever can only be movedout of P or N when the ignition is on
and the foot brake is depressed
(selector lever lock). To engage P or
R , press the release button on
selector lever.
The automatic transmission is
available in two versions 3 129.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 175,
3 206.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 154.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of seats, seat belts and mirrors 3 45, 3 54, 3 37.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting engine with ignition
switch
■ Turn key to position 1
■ Move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ Operate clutch and brake, automatic transmission in P or N
■ Do not operate the accelerator pedal
■ Diesel engines, turn the key to position 2 for preheating and wait
until control indicator ! goes out
■ Turn key to 3 and release key when
engine is running.
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Keys, doors and windows25Keys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 25
Doors ........................................... 33
Vehicle security ............................ 34
Exterior mirrors ............................ 37
Interior mirrors ............................. 38
Windows ...................................... 39
Roof ............................................. 42Keys, locks
Keys Replacement keys
The key number is specified in the
Car Pass or on a detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
When electronic keys of the
Open&Start system are being
replaced, all keys requiring
programming must be handed over to the dealer.
Locks 3 189, Open&Start system,
electronic key 3 27.
Lock cylinders
Designed to free-wheel if they are
forcefully rotated without the correct
key or if the correct key is not fully
inserted. To reset, turn cylinder with
the correct key until its slot is vertical,
remove key and then re-insert it. If the cylinder still free-wheels, turn the key
through 180° and repeat operation.Key with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Car Pass The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
When the car is taken to a workshop, this vehicle data is needed in order to
perform certain operations.
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Keys, doors and windows37Exterior mirrors
Convex shape
The convex exterior mirror contains
an aspherical area and reduces blind spots. The shape of the mirror makes
objects appear smaller, which will affect the ability to estimate
distances.
Electric adjustment
First select the relevant exterior mirrorthen swivel the control to adjust.
Folding mirrors
For pedestrian safety, the exterior
mirrors will swing out of their normal
mounting position if they are struck
with sufficient force. Reposition the mirror by applying slight pressure tothe mirror housing.
Manual folding
The exterior mirrors can be folded in
by pressing gently on the outer edge
of the housing.
Electric folding
Press the n button and both exterior
mirrors will fold.
Press button n again - both exterior
mirrors return to their original position.
If an electrically folded mirror is
manually extended, pressing the n
button will only electrically extend the
other mirror.
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38Keys, doors and windowsHeated mirrors
Operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heating functions with the engine running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Interior mirrors
Manual anti-dazzle
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing.
Automatic anti-dazzle
Dazzle from following vehicles at
night is automatically reduced.
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Keys, doors and windows39Windows
Windscreen
Heat-reflecting windscreen The heat-reflecting windscreen has a
coating which reflects solar radiation.
Also data signals, e.g. from toll
stations, might be reflected.
The marked areas on the windscreen are not covered with the coating.
Devices for electronic data recording
and fee payment must be attached in
these areas. Otherwise data
recording malfunctions may occur.
Windscreen stickers
Do not attach stickers such as toll
road stickers or similar on the
windscreen in the area of the interior
mirror. Otherwise the detection zone
of the sensor and the view area of the camera in the mirror housing could be restricted.
Manual windows The door windows can be opened or
closed with the window winders.
Power windows9 Warning
Take care when operating the
power windows. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.
If there are children on the rear seats, switch on the child safety
system for the power windows.
Keep a close watch on the
windows when closing them.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped in them as they move.
Power windows can be operated
■ with ignition on,
■ within 5 minutes of switching ignition off,
■ within 5 minutes of switching ignition key to position 1.
After switching off the ignition, the
standby feature ceases when the
driver's door is opened.
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Electronic key
To close, touch the sensor field in the
door handle until all windows are
completely closed.
The electronic key must be outside
the vehicle, within a range of approx. 1 metre.
Overload If the windows are repeatedly
operated within short intervals, the
window operation is disabled for
some time.
Fault
If the windows cannot be opened or
closed automatically, activate the window electronics as follows:
1. Close doors.
2. Switch on ignition.
3. Close the window completely and
operate the button for a further
5 seconds.
4. Open the window completely and operate the button for a further
1 second.
5. Repeat for each window.
Heated rear windowOperated by pressing the Ü button.
Heating functions with the engine running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Depending on the engine type, the
heated rear window comes on
automatically when the diesel particle filter is being cleaned.
Sun visors
The sun visors can be folded down or swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
If the sun visors have integral mirrors, the mirror covers should be closed
when driving.