24Keys, doors and windowsAutomatic locking
Automatic locking after driving
off This security feature can be
configured to automatically lock all
doors and the load compartment as
soon as the vehicle is driven.
Activation
With the ignition switched on, press
and hold e on the central locking
switch for approx. 5 seconds. An
audible signal confirms activation.
LED in switch illuminates when thevehicle is locked.
Deactivation
With the ignition switched on, press and hold e for approx. 5 seconds. An
audible signal confirms deactivation.
Child locks9 Warning
Use the child locks whenever
children are occupying the rear
seats.
Press down the child lock, door
cannot be opened from the inside.
Raise to deactivate.
Doors
Sliding door
Open and close the sliding side door
only when the vehicle is at a standstill with the parking brake applied (on
certain models, a warning chime will
sound when the sliding side door is
open and the parking brake is
released).
The sliding side door can be locked
from inside the vehicle with the
interior lock switch.
Ensure the side door is fully closed and secure before driving the vehicle.
Keys, doors and windows259Warning
Take care when operating the
sliding side door. Risk of injury.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped during operation and no-
one is standing within the moving
area.
If the vehicle is parked on a slope,
open sliding doors may move
accidentally on account of their
weight.
Close the sliding doors before
driving off.
Power sliding door
Opening
With vehicle at a standstill and the
parking brake applied, press switch
on instrument panel to open the
power sliding door automatically; the
LED in the switch flashes during
operation.
To stop movement at any time, press
the switch again. Press once more to
continue power sliding door
movement.
Closing
Press switch again; the LED flashes
and a chime sounds during operation.
In the event of opening or closing
difficulties, e.g. due to frost, press and
hold the switch to increase power to
the sliding door.9 Warning
Take care when operating the
power sliding door. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.
Take particular care when the
vehicle is parked on a slope: open
or close the door fully until it
latches into its locking position.
Keep a close watch on the moving door when operating. Ensure thatnothing becomes trapped during
operation and no-one is standing
within the moving area.
Notice
Do not operate power sliding door too often without engine running asthis will discharge the vehicle
battery.
44Seats, restraintsSeat belts
The seat belts are locked during
heavy acceleration or deceleration of
the vehicle, holding the occupants in
the sitting position. Therefore, the risk of injury is considerably reduced.
9 Warning
Fasten seat belt before each trip.
In the event of an accident, people
not wearing seat belts endanger their fellow occupants and
themselves.
Seat belts are designed to be used by only one person at a time. Child
restraint system 3 52.
Periodically check all parts of the belt
system for damage and proper
functionality.
Have damaged components
replaced. After an accident, have the
belts and triggered belt pretensioners replaced by a workshop.
Notice
Make sure that the belts are not
damaged by shoes or sharp-edged
objects or are trapped. Prevent dirt
from getting into the belt retractors.
Seat belt reminder Front seats are equipped with a seat
belt reminder, indicated by control
indicator X in the roof console 3 77,
3 79.
Belt force limiters
On the front seats, stress on the body is reduced by the gradual release of
the belt during a collision.Belt pretensioners
In the event of a head-on or rear-endcollision of a certain severity, the front
seat belts are tightened.9 Warning
Incorrect handling (e.g. removal or
fitting of belts) can trigger the belt
pretensioners.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
is indicated by continuous illumination
of control indicator v 3 79.
Triggered belt pretensioners must be replaced by a workshop. Belt
pretensioners can only be triggered
once.
Notice
Do not affix or install accessories or
other objects that may interfere with
the operation of the belt
pretensioners. Do not make any
modifications to belt pretensioner
components as this will invalidate
the vehicle type approval.
Seats, restraints519Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
Notice
Only use protective seat covers that have been approved for the vehicle.Be careful not to cover the airbags.
Airbag deactivation Front airbag and side airbag systems
for the front passenger seat must be
deactivated if a child restraint system is to be fitted on this seat, in
accordance with the instructions in
the child restraint installation location
tables 3 54.
The belt pretensioners and all driver airbag systems will remain active.
The front passenger airbag system
can be deactivated via a switch on the
side of the instrument panel.
With the ignition off, open the front
door, push switch in and rotate anti-
clockwise to the OFF position.
Front passenger seat airbags are
deactivated and will not inflate in the event of a collision. Control indicator
W 3 79 illuminates continuously
and a corresponding message
appears in the Driver Information
Centre 3 84.
A child restraint system can be
installed in accordance with the
installation locations chart 3 54. An
adult must not occupy the front
passenger seat.
Seats, restraints53deactivated; if not, the triggering ofthe airbags poses a risk of fatal
injury to the child.
This is especially the case if rear-
facing child restraint systems are
used on the front passenger seat.
Airbag deactivation 3 51.
Airbag label 3 46.
The rear seats are the most
convenient location to fasten a child
restraint system.
Children should travel facing
rearwards in the vehicle as long as
possible. This makes sure that the
child's backbone, which is still very
weak, is under less strain in the event
of an accident.
Child locks 3 24.
Selecting the right system Suitable are restraint systems that
comply with valid UN ECE
regulations. Check local laws and
regulations for mandatory use of child restraint systems.
Ensure that the child restraint system to be installed is compatible with the
vehicle type.
Ensure that the mounting location of
the child restraint system within the
vehicle is correct, see following
tables.
Allow children to enter and exit the
vehicle only on the side facing away
from the traffic.
When the child restraint system is not in use, secure the seat with a seat belt
or remove it from the vehicle.
Child restraint systems could be
fastened with ISOFIX mounting
brackets, Top-tether if available, and/
or a three-point seat belt. Refer to the
following tables.
Notice
Do not affix anything on the child
restraint systems and do not cover
them with any other materials.
A child restraint system which has
been subjected to stress in an
accident must be replaced.
206IndexAAccessories and vehicle modifications .......................... 138
Adaptive forward lighting .....91, 150
Adjustable air vents ...................106
Airbag and belt tensioners ...........79
Airbag deactivation ................51, 79
Airbag label................................... 46 Airbag system .............................. 46
Air conditioning regular operation ................................ 107
Air conditioning system ................ 97
Air intake .................................... 107
Air suspension ........................... 114
Air suspension system................ 174
Air vents...................................... 106
Antifreeze ................................... 142
Antilock brake system ................ 121
Antilock brake system (ABS) .......81
Anti-theft alarm system ................28
Anti-theft bolts............................. 167
Anti-theft locking system .............. 28
Anti-theft security lock ..................19
Appearance care ........................175
Armrest ........................................ 41
Ashtrays ....................................... 73
Automatic light control .................89
Automatic locking ...................20, 24Autostop..................................... 110
Auxiliary heater ........................... 102
B Battery discharge protection ........95
Battery, jump starting.................. 171
Belts.............................................. 44
Bonnet ....................................... 140
Brake assist ............................... 123
Brake fluid .......................... 144, 179
Brakes ............................... 121, 144
Brake system ............................... 81
Breakdown.................................. 174
Bulb replacement ....................... 147
C Capacities .................................. 200
Cargo management system ........64
Car Pass ...................................... 18
Catalytic converter .....................116
Central locking system ................20
Centre high-mounted brake light 153
Changing tyre and wheel size ...163
Charging system .......................... 80
Child locks ................................... 24
Child restraint installation locations ................................... 54
Child restraints.............................. 52
Child restraint systems ................52
Cigarette lighter ........................... 73
208
GGauges ......................................... 74
General information ...................134
Glass panel .................................. 35
Glovebox ..................................... 62
Glovebox cooler ......................... 107
Ground clearance .......................114
H Hand brake - see Parking brake. 122
Hazard warning flashers ..............91
Headlight flash ............................. 90
Headlight range adjustment ........90
Headlights ...................... 89, 90, 147
Headlights when driving abroad ..90
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 36
Heated exterior mirrors .................14
Heated mirrors ............................. 31
Heated rear window ...............14, 34
Heating ........................................ 41
Heating and ventilation system ...96
High beam ............................. 84, 90
Hill start assist ........................... 123
Horn ....................................... 13, 70
Hub cap hook ............................. 158
I
Identification plate .....................182
Idle speed control .......................111Ignition switch positions .............110
Immobiliser .................................. 30
Indicators ...................................... 74
Information displays...................... 84
Initial drive information.................... 6
Instrument cluster ........................74
Instrument panel fuse box .........157
Instrument panel illumination .....155
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Instrument panel storage .............61
Interior care ............................... 177
Interior lighting .............................. 93
Interior lights ........................ 93, 154
Interior mirrors .............................. 32
Interruption of power supply ......121
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....60
J Jack ............................................ 158
Jump starting ............................. 171
K Keys ............................................. 18
Keys, locks ................................... 18
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 64
Light covers, misted...................... 92
Lighting ......................................... 89Lighting features........................... 95
Light switch .................................. 89
Load compartment........................ 20
Load compartment lighting ...........93
Loading information .....................68
Low fuel ....................................... 83
M Malfunction indicator light ............80
Manual adjustment ......................30
Manual anti-dazzle ......................32
Manual door locks ........................20
Manual mode ............................. 120
Manual transmission............. 15, 117 Manual transmission automated ......................... 15, 118
Manual windows ..........................33
Messages ..................................... 85
Mirror adjustment ........................... 8 Mirrors .................................... 30, 32
Misted light covers .......................92
N New vehicle running-in ..............109
Number plate light .....................153
O
Object detection systems ...........130
Octane rating .............................. 185
Odometer ..................................... 74