
Low voltage of the key battery
Replace the battery » page 142.
Luggage compartment lid
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Opening / closing the boot lid
46
Delayed locking of the boot lid
46
Button
A
» Fig. 32 on page 46 is disabled when starting off or driving at a
speed of over 9 km/h. The button is reactivated when the vehicle has stopped
and a door is opened.
WARNING■ Never drive with the luggage compartment lid open or ajar, as otherwise
exhaust gases may get into the interior of the vehicle – risk of poisoning!■
Ensure that the lock is properly engaged after closing the lid. Otherwise,
the lid might open suddenly while the vehicle is moving, even if the lid was
locked – risk of accident!
■
Make sure that when closing the boot lid, no body parts are crushed -
there is danger of injury!
■
Do not press on the rear window when closing the luggage compartment
lid, it could crack – risk of injury!
Opening / closing the boot lid
Fig. 32
Opening / closing the boot lid
Read and observe on page 46 first.›
To open the lid, press » Fig. 32button
A
in the direction of arrow
1
.
›
Raise the lid in the direction of the arrow
2
.
›
To close it, grip recess
B
and pull in the direction of arrow
3
.
Delayed locking of the boot lid
Read and observe
on page 46 first.
If the boot lid is unlocked with the button
on the key, then the boot lid is
automatically locked after closing.
The period after which the boot lid is locked automatically can be extended by
a specialist garage.
CAUTION
There is a risk of unwanted entry into the vehicle before the boot lid is locked
automatically.
Window operation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Mechanical window openers
47
Electric windows
47
Manually opening/closing rear windows
47
The windows can be operated mechanically by means of the handle attached
to the respective door panel.
The windows can be operated electrically from the following locations; the
front windows from the driver's seat and also via the buttons for the windows
in the passenger door.
WARNINGAlways close the window carefully and in a controlled manner. Otherwise
these could cause severe crushing injuries! 46Using the system

CAUTION■Keep the windows clean (free of ice and similar) to ensure the correct func-
tionality of the electric windows.■
Always close the electric windows before disconnecting the battery.
Note
If the windows are open, dust as well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and
in addition the wind noise is more at certain speeds.
Mechanical window openers
Fig. 33
Window operation: left / right
Read and observe
and on page 46 first.
›
To open , turn the crank in the direction of arrow
A
» Fig. 33 .
›
To close , turn the crank in the direction of arrow
B
.
Electric windows
Fig. 34
Buttons for window levers
Read and observe and on page 46 first.
The electrical power windows can only be operated when the ignition is
switched on.
The windows in the front doors can be operated from the driving position. The
front passenger window is operated using the button in the passenger door.
Electric window buttons » Fig. 34
Front door left
Front door right
›
To open , press down the appropriate button until the window has moved in-
to the desired position.
›
To close it, pull gently on the top edge of the button until the window has
moved into the desired position.
Manually opening/closing rear windows
Fig. 35
Opening/closing rear windows
Read and observe
and on page 46 first.
›
To open , grasp the safety catch in recess
A
» Fig. 35 .
›
Open the window in the direction of arrow
1
and lock it by pressing down
the safety catch in the direction of arrow
2
to the stop.
›
To close , grasp the safety catch in recess
A
.
›
Pull the safety catch in the opposite direction to arrow
2
and pull the win-
dow back to its starting position in the opposite direction to
1
until the
safety catch clicks into place.
AB47Unlocking and opening

To switch the light function on / off, switch A » Fig. 38 should be turned to
one of the following positions.
Switching off lights (except daytime running lights)Switching lights on/off automatically » page 51
Switch on daytime running lights and side lights or parking lights
» page 52
Turn on the low beam
To adjust the headlight range control , turn dial B
» Fig. 38 in line with the
vehicle load » .
Front seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot empty
All seats occupied, boot loaded
Driver seat occupied, boot loaded
WARNINGAlways adjust the headlight beam to meet the following conditions - other-
wise risk of accident.■
The vehicle does not dazzle other road users, especially oncoming vehi-
cles.
■
The beam range is sufficient for safe driving.
Note
If the light switch is in the position , the ignition key is removed and the
driver's door is open, an audible warning signal will sound. After a few seconds
or after closing the driver's door, the audible alarm switches off, but the park-
ing lights will remain switched on.
Daylight running lights (DAY LIGHT)
The daytime running lights light up the area in front of and to the rear of the
vehicle (only applicable for some countries).
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following
conditions are met.
The ignition is switched on.
The lights switch is in position
,
or
.
The light switch is in position
and the fog lights are turned on, the daytime
running lights will turn off.
WARNINGAlways switch on the low beam when visibility is poor.
Turn signal and main beam
Fig. 39
Operating lever: Turn signal and
main beam operation
Control stalk positions » Fig. 39
Switch on right turn signal
Switch on left turn signal
Switch on main beam (spring-tensioned position) Switching off main beam / switching on headlamp flasher (spring-loaded
position)
The main beam can only be switched on when the low beam lights are on.
The headlight flasher can be operated even if the ignition is switched off.
The turn signal switches off automatically, depending on the steering angle
after completing the turn.
Comfort signalling
When the operating lever is pressed lightly up or down, the indicator in ques-
tion flashes three times.
WARNINGOnly turn on the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users will
not be dazzled.
Note
An acoustic warning signal will sound when the driver's door is opened if the
lever is not in the middle position after removing the ignition key from the igni-
tion lock. The acoustic warning signal will stop just as soon as the driver's door
is closed. 50Using the system

Automatic driving light controlFig. 40
Light switch: AUTO position
The light switch is in position
» Fig. 40 then depending on the equipment
the automatic switch on / off the lights corresponding to the light or weather
conditions (rain) takes place.
Automatic driving light control during rain
The daytime running lights are switched on automatically if the following con-
ditions are met.
The light switch is in the position .
The windscreen wipers are on for more than 15 s.
The light turns off automatically about 4 minutes after turning off the wipers.
CAUTION
Poorer visibility is evaluated by a sensor mounted below the windscreen in the
holder of the rear-view mirror. Do not cover the sensor - the system function
can be disrupted.
Fog lights/rear fog light
Fig. 41
Light switch - switch on front
and rear fog light
Switching on the fog lights / rear fog lights is possible if the following condi-
tions apply.
The light switch is in position
,
or
» Fig. 41 .›
To turn on the fog lights pull the light switch to position
1
, the indicator
light
will light up in the light switch.
›
To turn on the rear fog light , pull the light switch to position
2
, the indica-
tor light
will light up in the instrument cluster.
If the vehicle is not fitted with fog lights, the rear fog light is switched on by
pulling out the light switch to the only possible setting.
The fog lights/rear fog light are switched off in the reverse order.
COMING HOME / LEAVING HOME
The function COMING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after switching off the ignition and opening the driver's door.
The function LEAVING HOME ensures that the vehicle's environment is illumi-
nated after unlocking the vehicle with the radio remote control unit.
The function switches the light on only if there is poorer visibility and the light
switch is in the position .
Switching on the COMING HOME function
›
Switch off the ignition and press the control lever briefly to position
» page 50
.
After closing the door or the boot lid, the light remains on for another 15 s.
CAUTION
■ Poorer visibility is evaluated by a sensor mounted below the windscreen in
the holder of the rear-view mirror. Do not cover the sensor - the system func-
tion can be disrupted.■
If this option is always enabled, then the battery is heavily loaded.
51Lights and visibility

Hazard warning light systemFig. 42
Button for hazard warning light
system
›
To switch on/off , press the
button
» Fig. 42 .
When first switched on, the turn signal lights and the warning light buttons
all flash at the same time as the warning lights
in the instrument cluster.
The hazard warning light system can also be operated if the ignition is switch-
ed off.
If one of the airbags is deployed, the hazard warning light system will switch
on automatically.
Parking light
The side light is provided for lighting of the parked vehicle.
Switching on the parking light on one side
›
Switch off the ignition.
›
Press the control lever all the way into position
or
until it stops
» Fig. 39
on page 50 .
The parking light is turned on on the relevant side of the vehicle.
Switching on the side light on both sides
›
Turn the light switch » Fig. 41 on page 51 to position
and lock the vehicle,
the parking light is turned on.
After pulling out the ignition key and opening the driver's door, an audible
warning sounds. After a few seconds or after closing the driver's door, the au-
dible warning is turned off.
CAUTION
Turning on the parking light means the battery is heavily loaded.Driving abroad
When driving in countries with opposing traffic system (traffic on the
left/right), your headlights may dazzle oncoming traffic. Therefore, it is neces-
sary to have the headlights adapted by a specialist garage.
Interior lighting
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior light
52
With the ignition off, the lights turn off automatically after about 10 minutes.
Interior light
Fig. 43
Interior lighting: Version 1/version 2
Positions for light switch
A
» Fig. 43
Switching on
Automatic operation (centre position)
Switching off
Switch on / off (by pressing the relevant switch
B
) » Fig. 43
Reading lamp left
Reading lamp right
52Using the system

Automatic operation - position
The system is turned on when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is unlocked.
▶ One of the doors is opened.
▶ The ignition key is removed.
The system is turned off when any of the following is present.
▶ The vehicle is locked.
▶ The ignition is switched on.
▶ About 30 seconds after all the doors have been closed.
Visibility
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Rear window heater
53
Front sun visors
53WARNINGNo objects should be attached to the sun visor that could restrict the view
or endanger the vehicle occupants during sudden braking or in a collision.
Rear window heater
Fig. 44
Button for rear window heater
Read and observe on page 53 first.
The heater allows rapid defrosting and ventilation of the rear window.
The heating only works when the engine is running.
›
To switch the heating on / off, press button
» Fig. 44 .
When the heater is switched on, a lamp illuminates inside the button.
The heating switches off automatically after approximately 10 minutes.
Note
If the on-board voltage decreases, the heating switches off automatically
» page 126 , Automatic shutdown of consumers - vehicle battery discharge
protection .
Front sun visors
Fig. 45
Sun visor: Driver's side/front passenger's side
Read and observe
on page 53 first.
Operation and description of the sun visor » Fig. 45
Swivel cover towards the windscreen
Swivel cover towards the door
Parking ticket band (if part of the specification)
Make-up Mirror (depending on equipment, this can be in both the driver’s
and passenger’s sun visors)
Windscreen wipers and washers
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Front wipers and washers
54
Rear wiper and washer
54
The windscreen wipers and the windscreen washer system only operate if the
ignition is switched on.
12AB53Lights and visibility

Seats and head restraints
Front seats
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Adjusting the front seats
56
Folding front passenger seat
56WARNING■ Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary – otherwise
risk of accident!■
Caution when adjusting the seat! You may suffer injuries or bruises as a
result of adjusting the seat without paying proper attention.
Adjusting the front seats
Fig. 50
Controls on the left front seat
Read and observe on page 56 first.
The seats can be adjusted by the pulling or pressing the operating element in the direction of the arrows » Fig. 50.
Adjusting the seat in the longitudinal direction (after releasing the control
lever, locking must be audible)
Adjusting the seat height
Adjusting the tilt of the backrest (do not lean on the backrest when ad-
justing)
Adjust the tilt of the seat back (seats with Easy Entry System)
Some controls are arranged in mirror image formation on the passenger seat.
ABCDFold forward and slide seat using the Easy Entry System›Pull lever D » Fig. 50 and fold the seat backrest forwards.›
At the same time, move the seat forwards.
Restore position of the seat with Easy Entry System
›
Push the seat backwards again to its original position.
›
Fold the seat backrest back. The locking mechanism must audibly snap into
place.
›
Check this by pulling on the seat backrest.
Note
After a certain time, play can develop within the adjustment mechanism of the
backrest angle.
Folding front passenger seat
Fig. 51
Folding the front passenger seat
forward
Read and observe on page 56 first.
The front passenger seat can, depending on specification, be folded forward into a horizontal position.
›
To fold the seat down, pull the lever in the direction of arrow
1
and fold
down the seat back in the direction of arrow
2
» Fig. 51 . The locking mecha-
nism must audibly snap into place.
›
Slide the seat forwards up to the stop.
›
To fold back , pull the lever in the direction of arrow
1
pull and fold back the
seat back in the direction of arrow
2
. The locking mechanism must audibly
snap into place.
›
Move the seat all the way back to the stop (depending on the specification,
the seat may resume the forward position it previously had).
56Using the system

WARNING■If the seat backrest is folded, passengers may only be transported on the
outer seat behind the driver.■
The front passenger airbag should be switched off when transporting ob-
jects on the seat backrest that has been folded forwards » page 20.
■
Do not adjust the seat back while driving - danger of injury and accidents!
■
When moving the seat backrest, keep limbs out of the area between the
seat and seat backrest – risk of injury!
■
Never transport the following items on the seat backrest when folded
forwards. ■Objects that could restrict the driver's view.
■ Objects which make it impossible for the driver to control the vehicle
(e.g. if they roll under the pedals, or protrude into the driver's zone).
■ Objects which could lead to injury to passengers (e.g. if accelerating
sharply, braking or changing direction).
Rear seat backrests
Fig. 52
Fold down seat backrest / pull on belt for side trim panel
Folding forward
›
Press the release handle
A
in the direction of arrow
1
and tilt » Fig. 52 the
seat backrest in the direction of arrow
2
.
›
Remove or push the head restraints all the way down » page 58 and fold
the seat backrest forward in the direction of arrow
2
.
For all-in-one seat backrests, press the release handles
A
on both sides of
the seat backrest at the same time.
Folding backwards
›
If the head restraints had been removed, they should be reinserted with the
backrest slightly raised » page 58.
›Pull the seat belt C for the side panel in the direction of arrow 3
» Fig. 52 .›Raise the seat backrest against the direction of arrow 2 until the release
handle A
audibly locks. Check this by pulling on the seat backrest.
›
Make sure that the red marker
B
is not visible.
For all-in-one seat backs, pull the two seat belts towards the side panel. After
folding back the seat back, the release handles
A
should audibly click into
place on both sides of the seat back and the red mark
B
should not be visible
on either side of the seat back.
WARNING■ The seat backs in occupied rear seats must be properly engaged.■When transporting objects in the luggage compartment that has been en-
larged by folding the backrest forward, ensure the safety of the passenger
being transported on the other rear seat.■
The seat backrests must be securely locked in position so that no objects
in the luggage compartment can slide into the passenger compartment on
sudden braking – risk of injury.
CAUTION
When moving the seat backrest the seat belts should not be trapped - there is
a risk of damage to the seat belts.
Headrests
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Setting the height
58
Removing/inserting
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