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20Keys, doors and windowsKey with foldaway key section
Press button to extend. To fold the
key, first press the button.
Car Pass The Car Pass contains security
related vehicle data and should
therefore be kept in a safe place.
When the vehicle is taken to a
workshop, this vehicle data is needed
in order to perform certain operations.
Radio remote control
Used to operate:
● central locking system 3 21
● anti-theft locking system 3 26
● power windows 3 29
The radio remote control has a range of up to 5 metres. It can be restricted
by external influences. The hazard
warning flashers confirm operation.
Handle with care, protect from
moisture and high temperatures and
avoid unnecessary operation.
Fault
If the central locking system cannot be operated with the radio remote
control, it may be due to the following:
● range exceeded
● battery voltage too low
● frequent, repeated operation of the radio remote control while not
in range
● overload of the central locking system by operating at frequent
intervals, the power supply is
interrupted for a short time
● interference from higher-power radio waves from other sources
Unlocking 3 21.
Radio remote control battery
replacement
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
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Keys, doors and windows21Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
Key with foldaway key section
Extend the key and remove the
battery holder by undoing the screw
with a suitable screwdriver. Remove
the battery holder from the key and
replace the battery (type CR 2032),
paying attention to the installation
position.
Refit the battery holder in the key and
secure the screw.
Door locks
Anti-theft security lock
To prevent the front door from being
opened from the outside, open the
door and engage the anti-theft
security lock.
Using a suitable tool, turn the lock
switch on the door to locked position
1 . The door cannot be opened from
outside.
The anti-theft security lock remains
engaged even after unlocking the
vehicle with the remote control.
To disengage, turn the switch to
unlocked position 2.
Central locking system
Unlocks and locks the front doors,
sliding side doors and load
compartment.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks and opens the respective
door.
For safety reasons, the vehicle
cannot be locked if the key is in the
ignition switch.
Unlocking Notice
In the event of an accident of a
certain severity, the vehicle unlocks
automatically.
Fuel cut-off system 3 91.
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30Keys, doors and windowsPushing or pulling firmly and then
releasing: window moves up or down fully with safety function enabled. To
stop movement, operate the switch
once more in the same direction.
With the ignition key removed or in
position 0, the windows can be
operated for approx. 2 minutes and
are deactivated as soon as a door is
opened.
Safety function
If the window glass encounters
resistance during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened
again.
If the safety function is activated five times in less than a minute, the
safety function is deactivated. The
windows will only close in stages and not automatically.
Activate the window electronics by
opening the windows. The safety
function is restored and the windows
will operate normally.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. Pull switch until the window is closed and keep pulling for an
additional 5 seconds.
4. Repeat for each window.Child safety system for rear
windows
Press , to deactivate rear door
power windows.
To activate, press , again.
Operating windows from outside
The windows can be operated
remotely from outside the vehicle
when locking or unlocking the vehicle.
Central locking system 3 21.
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Instruments and controls69Short wheelbase van
Long wheelbase van
Combo Tour
Do not exceed the maximum power
consumption of 180 watts.
With ignition off, the power outlets are
deactivated. Additionally the power
outlets are deactivated in the event of
low battery voltage.
Electrical accessories that are
connected must comply with the
electromagnetic compatibility
requirements laid down in
DIN VDE 40 839.
Caution
Do not connect any current- delivering accessories, e.g.
electrical charging devices or
batteries.
Do not damage the outlet by using unsuitable plugs.
If the tyre repair kit is in operation,
switch off all electrical consumers.
Tyre repair kit 3 154.
Cigarette lighter
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78Instruments and controlsof a workshop. The airbags and belt
pretensioners may fail to trigger in the
event of an accident.
Deployment of the belt pretensioners
or airbags is indicated by continuous
illumination of v.
Depending on version, 9 will
illuminate in the event of the failure of
control indicator v.
Generic warning 9 3 76.
Depending on version, a warning
message may also be displayed in
the Driver Information Centre (DIC)
3 85.9 Warning
Have the cause of the fault
remedied immediately by a
workshop.
Belt pretensioners, airbag system
3 41, 3 44.
Airbag deactivation
* illuminates yellow.
With the front passenger airbag
activated:
When the ignition is switched on, control indicator * illuminates for
approx. 4 seconds, flashes for
another 4 seconds and then
extinguishes.
With the front passenger airbag
deactivated:
* permanently illuminates yellow.
Airbag deactivation 3 49.9 Danger
Risk of fatal injury for a child using
a child restraint system together
with activated front passenger
airbag.
Risk of fatal injury for an adult
person with deactivated front
passenger airbag.
Charging system
p illuminates red.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Stop, switch off engine. Battery is not
charging. Engine cooling may be
interrupted. The brake servo unit may cease to be effective. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Malfunction indicator light
Z illuminates or flashes yellow.
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts.
Illuminates when the engine is
running
Fault in the emission control system.The permitted emission limits may be
exceeded. Seek the assistance of a
workshop immediately.
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Instruments and controls93Interruptions in the journey with the
ignition off are not included in the
calculations.
Travel time (driving time)
The time elapsed since the since the
last reset is displayed.
The measurement can be restarted at
any time.
Exit trip computer To exit the trip computer, press and
hold SETq for more than
2 seconds.
Driver Information Centre (DIC) 3 85.
Interruption of power supply
If the power supply has been
interrupted or if the battery voltage has dropped too low, the values
stored in the trip computer will be lost.
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94LightingLightingExterior lighting............................ 94
Light switch ................................ 94
High beam ................................. 94
Headlight flash ........................... 94
Headlight range adjustment ......95
Headlights when driving abroad ...................................... 95
Daytime running lights ...............95
Hazard warning flashers ............95
Turn and lane-change signals ...96
Front fog lights ........................... 96
Rear fog lights ........................... 96
Reversing lights .........................96
Misted light covers .....................97
Interior lighting ............................. 97
Instrument panel illumination control ....................................... 97
Interior lights .............................. 97
Load compartment lighting ........98
Lighting features ..........................99
Exit lighting ................................ 99
Battery discharge protection ....100Exterior lighting
Light switch
Turn light switch:
§:off / daytime running lights9:sidelights / headlights
Control indicator 8 3 84.
Tail lights Tail lights are illuminated together
with headlights and sidelights.
High beam
To switch from low to high beam,
push lever.
To switch to low beam, pull lever.
Headlight flash
To activate the headlight flash, pull
lever.
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Lighting99Removable rear courtesy light
Depending on model variant, the
removable rear courtesy light may
illuminate when the rear doors /
tailgate or sliding side doors are
opened and the central switch is in the middle position.
Switch the light on permanently by pressing the top part of the central
switch c.
Switch the light off permanently by pressing the bottom part of the central
switch ( AUTO OFF ).
To use as a handheld torch, press
button on top of the lamp assembly
(see illustration) to release it, swing
torch down carefully and remove.
Press switch on the end of torch to
turn the light on/off.
Replace the torch in its original
position to recharge the battery after
use.Lighting features
Exit lighting
If equipped, headlights come on for
approx. 30 seconds after the vehicle
is parked and the system is activated.
Activation 1. Switch off ignition.
2. Remove ignition key.
3. Pull turn signal lever towards steering wheel.
4. Operate turn signal lever again within 2 minutes.