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8In briefHead restraint adjustment
Press release catch, adjust height,
engage.
Head restraints 3 39.
Seat belt
Pull out the seat belt and fasten in belt
buckle. The seat belt must not be
twisted and must fit close against the
body. The backrest must not be tilted back too far (maximum approx. 25 °).
To unfasten belt, press red button on belt buckle.
Seat position 3 40, Seat belts
3 48, Airbag system 3 51.
Mirror adjustment
Interior mirror
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever onthe underside of the mirror housing.
Interior mirror, Wide view mirror
3 35.
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In brief9Exterior mirrorsManual adjustment
Swivel mirror in required direction.
Exterior mirrors 3 33.
Electric adjustment
Select the relevant exterior mirror and
adjust it.
Convex exterior mirrors 3 33,
Electric adjustment 3 33, Folding
exterior mirrors 3 34, Heated
exterior mirrors 3 34.
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 51, Ignition
positions 3 120.
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In brief15Climate control
Heated rear window
Heating is operated by pressing Ü.
Heated rear window 3 37.
Heated exterior mirrors
Pressing Ü also activates the heated
exterior mirrors.
Heated exterior mirrors 3 34.
Demisting and defrosting the
windows
Climate control system
● Set temperature control to warmest level.
● Set fan speed to highest level.
● Set air distribution control to V.
● Switch on heated rear window Ü.
● Switch cooling A/C on.
● Open side air vents as required and direct them towards door
windows.
Climate control system 3 105.
Electronic climate control system
Press V.
Temperature and air distribution are
set automatically and the fan runs at
a high speed.
Electronic climate control system 3 107.
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16In briefTransmission
Manual transmission
Reverse: with the vehicle stationary,
depress clutch pedal and then pull up
the collar on the selector lever and
engage the gear.
If the gear does not engage, set the
lever to neutral, release the clutch
pedal and depress again; then repeat gear selection.
Manual transmission 3 133.
Manual transmission automatedN:neutralo:drive position+:higher gear-:lower gearA/M:switch between automatic and
manual modeR:reverse gear. Engage only
when vehicle is stationary.
Manual transmission automated
3 134.
Starting off
Check before starting off ● Tyre pressure and condition 3 181, 3 225.
● Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 160.
● All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are
free from dirt, snow and ice and
are operational.
● Proper position of mirrors, seats and seat belts 3 33, 3 40,
3 49.
● Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.
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Keys, doors and windows19Keys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 19
Keys .......................................... 19
Car Pass .................................... 19
Radio remote control .................20
Door locks ................................. 21
Manual door locks .....................21
Central locking system ..............21
Power door locks .......................24
Automatic locking ......................25
Child locks ................................. 25
Doors ........................................... 26
Sliding door ............................... 26
Rear doors ................................. 29
Vehicle security ............................ 31
Anti-theft locking system ...........31
Anti-theft alarm system ..............31
Immobiliser ................................ 32
Exterior mirrors ............................ 33
Convex shape ........................... 33
Manual adjustment ....................33
Electric adjustment ....................33
Folding mirrors .......................... 34
Heated mirrors ........................... 34Interior mirrors............................. 35
Manual anti-dazzle ....................35
Windows ...................................... 35
Windscreen ............................... 35
Manual windows ........................35
Power windows ......................... 35
Rear windows ............................ 36
Heated rear window ..................37
Sun visors .................................. 37
Roof ............................................. 38
Glass panel ............................... 38Keys, 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.
Locks 3 197.
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.
Car Pass
The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
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Keys, doors and windows33The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch and
also if the key is left in the ignition
switch when the engine is turned off.
If the engine cannot be started, switch
off the ignition and remove key, wait
approx. 2 seconds and then repeat
the start attempt.If start attempt is
unsuccessful, attempt to start the
engine using the spare key and seek
the assistance of a workshop.
Notice
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 21,
3 31.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.
Manual adjustment
Adjust mirrors by swivelling in
required direction.
The lower mirrors are not adjustable.
Electric adjustment
Switch on ignition to operate electric
exterior mirrors.
Select the relevant exterior mirror by switching the control to the left or
right, then swivel the control to adjust
the mirror.
No mirror is selected when the control is in the centre position.
The lower mirrors are not adjustable.
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34Keys, doors and windowsFolding 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.
Parking position
The exterior mirrors can be folded in
by pressing gently on the outer edge
of the housing, e.g. when in a
confined parking situation.
Heated mirrors
Operated by pressing Ü on either
system. LED illuminates in button
during operation.
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Climate control system 3 105.
Electronic climate control system 3 107.
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Keys, doors and windows35Interior mirrors
Manual anti-dazzle
To reduce dazzle, adjust the lever on the underside of the mirror housing.
Wide view mirror
Depending on vehicle, a large convex
mirror is located in the front
passenger sun visor which helps to
increase visibility and reduce blind
spots.
Windows
Windscreen
Windscreen stickers
Do not attach stickers, e.g. toll road
stickers or similar, on the windscreen
in the area of the interior mirror.
Otherwise the detection zone of the
sensor in the mirror housing could be restricted.
Manual windows The door windows can be opened or
closed with the window cranks.
Power windows9 Warning
Take care when operating the
power windows. Risk of injury,
particularly to children.
Keep a close watch on the
windows when closing them.
Ensure that nothing becomes
trapped in them as they move.