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Keys, doors and windows25DoorsLoad compartment
Tailgate
Opening
After unlocking, push the touchpad
switch and open the tailgate.
Closing
Use one of the interior handles.
Do not push the touchpad switch or
the brand emblem whilst closing as
this will unlock the tailgate again.
Central locking system 3 22.
General hints for operating
tailgate9 Danger
Do not drive with the tailgate open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
gases, which cannot be seen or
smelled, could enter the vehicle.
This can cause unconsciousness
and even death.
Caution
Before opening the tailgate, check overhead obstructions, e.g. a
garage door, to avoid damage to
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the
tailgate.
Note
The installation of certain heavy
accessories onto the tailgate may
affect its ability to remain open.
Vehicle security
Anti-theft locking system9 Warning
Do not use the system if there are
people in the vehicle! The doorscannot be unlocked from the
inside.
The system deadlocks all the doors.
All doors must be closed otherwise
the system cannot be activated.
If the ignition was on, the driver's door
must be opened and closed once so
that the vehicle can be secured.
Unlocking the vehicle disables the
mechanical anti-theft locking system.
This is not possible with the central
locking button.
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Activating
Press e on the radio remote control
twice within 5 seconds.
Anti-theft alarm system
The anti-theft alarm system is
combined with the anti-theft locking
system.
It monitors: ■ Doors, load compartment, bonnet,
■ Ignition.
Unlocking the vehicle deactivates
both systems simultaneously.
Activation
■ Self-activated 30 seconds after locking the vehicle (initialisation of
the system)
■ Directly by pressing e on the radio
remote control once more after
locking
Note
Changes to the vehicle interior, e.g.
the use of seat covers, and open
windows, could impair the function
of passenger compartment
monitoring.
Status LEDStatus LED is integrated in the sensor
on top of the instrument panel.
Status during the first 30 seconds of
anti-theft alarm system activation:LED illu‐
minates=test, arming delay.LED
flashes
quickly=doors, tailgate or
bonnet not completely
closed, or system fault.
Status after system is armed:
LED flashes
slowly=system is armed.
Seek the assistance of a workshop in the event of faults.
Deactivation
Unlocking the vehicle deactivates the
anti-theft alarm system.
AlarmThe alarm can be silenced by
pressing any button of the radio
remote control or by switching on the
ignition.
The anti-theft alarm system can be
deactivated by pressing the button e
or switching on the ignition.
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Auto door lockingIf any of the doors is not opened or the
position of the ignition key is not
located in position 2 or 3 3 122 within
3 minutes after unlocking doors with
the radio remote control, all doors are locked and the anti-theft alarm
system is activated automatically.
Automatic door unlocking
All doors will be automatically
unlocked when impact is delivered to
impact sensors while the ignition is
switched on.
However, the doors may not be
unlocked if mechanical problems
occur with the door locking system or battery.
Immobiliser
The system is part of the ignition
switch and checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to be started with the key being used.
The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch.If the control indicator d flashes when
the ignition is on, there is a fault in the
system; the engine cannot be started. Switch off the ignition and repeat the
start attempt.
If the control indicator continues
flashing, attempt to start the engine
using the spare key and seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Note
The immobiliser does not lock the
doors. You should always lock the
vehicle after leaving it and switch on the anti-theft alarm system 3 22,
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Control indicator d 3 88.Exterior 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
Select the relevant exterior mirror by
turning the control to left (L) or right
(R) . Then swivel the control to adjust
the mirror.
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In position 0 no mirror is selected.
Folding mirrors
Manual folding
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.
Electric folding
Turn control to 0, then push the
control backwards. Both exterior
mirrors will fold in.
Push the control backwards again -
both exterior mirrors return to their
original position.
Heated mirrors
Operated by pressing the Ü button.
Heating functions with the engine running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
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Keys, doors and windows29Interior 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.
Windows
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 of the windscreen
behind the interior mirror are not
covered with the coating. Devices for
electronic data recording and fee
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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.
Switch on ignition to operate power
windows.
Operate the switch for the respective
window by pushing to open or pulling to close.
Pushing or pulling gently to the first
detent: window moves up or down as long as the switch is operated.
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.
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Child safety system for rear
windows
Press switch z to deactivate rear
power windows.
To activate, press z again.
Overload If the windows are repeatedly
operated within short intervals, the window operation is disabled for
some time.
Initialising the power windows
If the windows cannot be closed
automatically (e.g. after
disconnecting the vehicle battery),
activate the window electronics as
follows:
1. Close doors.
2. Switch on ignition.
3. Close the window completely and
keep the switch pulled for
additional 2 seconds.
4. Repeat for each window.
Heated rear windowOperated 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.
The sun visors mirror covers should
be closed when driving.
If the sun visors have a vanity mirror
lamp, the lamp will illuminate when
opening the vanity mirror cover.
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32Keys, doors and windowsRoof
Sunroof9 Warning
Take care when operating the
sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly to children.
Keep a close eye on the movable parts when operating them.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped in them as they move.
Switch on ignition to operate the
sunroof.
Open or close
Press switch 1 or switch 2 gently to
the first detent: sunroof is opened or
closed as long as the switch is
operated.
Press switch 1 or switch 2 firmly to the
second detent and then release: the
sunroof is opened or closed
automatically with safety function
enabled. To stop movement, operate
the switch once more.
Raise or close
Press switch 3 or switch 4: sunroof is
raised or closed automatically with
safety function enabled.
If the sunroof is raised, it can be
opened in one step by pressing
switch 1.
Sunblind The sunblind is operated manually.
Close or open the sunblind by sliding.
When the sunroof is open, the
sunblind is always open.Dirt and debris may collect on the
sunroof seal or in the track that could
cause an issue with sunroof
operation, noise or plug the water
drainage system. Periodically open
the sunroof and remove any
obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the
sunroof seal and roof sealing area
using a clean cloth, mild soap, and
water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof.
General hints Safety function
If the sunroof encounters resistance
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, press and hold
switch 2. The sunroof closes without
safety function enabled. To stop
movement, release the switch.