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Keys, doors and windows31
Pushing or pulling firmly to the second
detent and then releasing: window
moves up or down automatically with
safety function enabled. To stop
movement, operate the switch once
more in the same direction.
Safety function
If the window glass encounters
resistance above the middle of the
window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened
again.
Override safety function
In the event of closing difficulties due to frost or the like, switch on the
ignition, then pull the switch to the first
detent and hold. The window moves
up without safety function enabled.
To stop movement, release the
switch.Child safety system for rear
windows
Press switch z to deactivate rear
door power windows, the LED
illuminates. To activate, press z
again.
Operating windows from outside
The windows can be operated
remotely from outside the vehicle.
Press and hold c button to open
windows.
Press and hold e button to close
windows.
Release button to stop window
movement.
If the windows are fully opened or
closed, the hazard warning lights will
flash two times.
Overload
If the windows are repeatedly
operated within short intervals, the
window operation is disabled for
some time.
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32Keys, doors and windows
Initialising the power windowsIf the windows cannot be closed
automatically (e.g. after
disconnecting the vehicle battery), a
warning message or a warning code
is displayed in the Driver Information
Centre.
Vehicle messages 3 120.
Activate the window electronics as
follows:
1. Close doors.
2. Switch on ignition.
3. Pull switch until the window is closed and keep pulling for
additional 2 seconds.
4. Repeat for each window.Heated rear window
Operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heating works 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.
A ticket holder is located on the
backside of the sun visor.
Roller blinds
To reduce sunlight at the second row seats, pull the blind upwards using
the grip and engage it at the top of the
door frame.
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Seats, restraints35Seats, restraintsHead restraints............................ 35
Front seats ................................... 37
Rear seats ................................... 43
Seat belts ..................................... 49
Airbag system .............................. 53
Child restraints ............................. 57Head restraints
Position9 Warning
Only drive with the head restraint
set to the proper position.
The upper edge of the head restraint
should be at upper head level. If this
is not possible for extremely tall
people, set to highest position, and
set to lowest position for small people.
Adjustment
Head restraints on front seats
Height adjustment
Press release button, adjust height,
engage.
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Seats, restraints37Front seats
Seat position9 Warning
Only drive with the seat correctly
adjusted.
■ Sit with buttocks as far back against
the backrest as possible. Adjust the distance between the seat and the
pedals so that legs are slightly
angled when pressing the pedals.
Slide the front passenger seat as
far back as possible.
■ Sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible.
Set the backrest rake so that it is possible to easily reach the
steering wheel with arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when
turning the steering wheel. Do not
angle the backrest too far back. We recommend a maximum rake of
approx. 25°.
■ Adjust the steering wheel 3 93.
■ Set seat height high enough to have a clear field of vision on allsides and of all display instruments.
There should be at least one hand
of clearance between head and the
roof frame. Your thighs should rest
lightly on the seat without pressing
into it.
■ Adjust the head restraint 3 35.
■ Adjust the height of the seat belt 3 50.■ Adjust the thigh support so that
there is a space approx. two fingers
wide between the edge of the seat
and the hollow of the knee.
■ Adjust the lumbar support so that it
supports the natural shape of the
spine.
Seat adjustment
Drive only with engaged seats and
backrests.9 Danger
Do not sit nearer than 25 cm from
the steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.
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38Seats, restraints9Warning
Never store any subjects under
the seats.
Seat positioning
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle.
Seat backrests
Pull lever, adjust inclination and
release lever. Allow the backrest to
engage audibly.
Folding passenger seat backrest
3 75.
Seat height
Lever pumping motion
up=seat higherdown=seat lower
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40Seats, restraintsPower seat adjustment9Warning
Care must be taken when
operating the power seats. There
is a risk of injury, particularly for
children. Objects could become
trapped.
Keep a close watch on the seats
when adjusting them. Vehicle
passengers should be informed
accordingly.
Seat lengthwise position
Move switch forwards/backwards.
Seat height
Move switch upwards/downwards.
Seat inclination
Move front of switch upwards/
downwards.
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Seats, restraints43
Seat heating is operational when
engine is running and during an
Autostop.
Stop-start system 3 156.Rear seats
Second row seats9 Warning
When seats or backrests of
second and third seat row are
being adjusted or folded, keep
hands and feet away from the
moving area.
Never store objects under the
seats.
Never adjust seats while driving as they could move uncontrollably.
Drive only with engaged seats and
backrests.
Base seats
Seat positioning
Each seat of the second seat row can be individually moved forward or
backward.
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle and allow seat to engage.
The seats can be engaged in
intermediate positions.
Seat backrests
The backrest inclination of each seat can be individually adjusted in three
positions.
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44Seats, restraints
Pull the strap, adjust inclination,
release strap and allow backrest to
engage.
9 Warning
Use vertical position of the
backrest only for increased
luggage volume and not as
seating position.
Load compartment, folding down the
backrests 3 75.
Easy entry function
To permit an easy entrance to the
seats of the third row, the outer seats
of the second row can be tilted.
Pull release lever, fold backrest and
move the seat to the front.Folding back easy entry
First move seat to desired position
and then raise backrest.
Ensure that the seat is engaged in
position.
Lounge seats
Two types of use are possible:
Normal seats, all three seats are usable and individually adjustable.
Lounge seats, only outer seats are
usable but with most comfortable
adjustment.
Seat positioning
In normal position the three seats of
the second seat row can be
individually moved in longitudinal
direction.
Pull handle under the seat, slide seat, release handle and allow seat to
engage.