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Keys, doors and windows21Keys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 21
Keys .......................................... 21
Radio remote control .................22
Electronic key system ................23
Central locking system ..............24
Automatic locking ......................28
Child locks ................................. 29
Doors ........................................... 30
Load compartment ....................30
Vehicle security ............................ 31
Anti-theft locking system ...........31
Anti-theft alarm system ..............32
Immobiliser ................................ 34
Exterior mirrors ............................ 34
Convex shape ........................... 34
Electric adjustment ....................34
Folding mirrors .......................... 35
Heated mirrors ........................... 35
Interior mirrors ............................. 36
Manual anti-dazzle ....................36
Automatic anti-dazzle ................36
Windows ...................................... 36
Windscreen ............................... 36Power windows......................... 37
Heated rear window ..................38
Heated windscreen ....................39
Sun visors .................................. 40
Roof ............................................. 40
Glass panel ............................... 40Keys, locks
KeysCaution
Do not attach heavy or bulky itemsto the ignition key.
Replacement keys
The key number is specified on a
detachable tag.
The key number must be quoted
when ordering replacement keys as it
is a component of the immobiliser
system.
Locks 3 209.
Central locking 3 24.
Starting the engine 3 130.
Radio remote control 3 22.
Electronic key 3 23.
The code number of the adapter for
the locking wheel nuts is specified on
a card. It must be quoted when
ordering a replacement adapter.
Wheel changing 3 202.
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40Keys, doors and windowsSun visors
The sun visors can be folded down or
swivelled to the side to prevent
dazzling.
The covers of the mirrors should be
closed when driving.
A ticket holder is located on the
backside of the sun visor.Roof
Glass panel
Do not affix any stickers to the roof.
Do not cover the vehicle using a
tarpaulin.
Sunblind The sunblind is electrically operated.
Press N
gently to the first detent at
the rear: the sunblind is opened as
long as the switch is operated.
Press N firmly to the second detent
and then release at the rear: the
sunblind is opened as long as the
switch is operated.
Press N gently to the first detent at
the front: the sunblind is closed as
long as the switch is operated.
Press N firmly to the second detent
and then release at the front: the
sunblind is closed as long as the
switch is operated.
Safety function
If the sunblind encounters resistance during automatic closing, it is
immediately stopped and opened again.
Function standby In ignition switch position 1 the
sunblind is operational 3 127.
Initialising after a power failure
After a power failure, it may only be
possible to operate the sunblind to a limited extent. Initialise the system as follows:
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Seats, restraints43Head restraints on rear seatsHeight adjustment
Pull the head restraint upwards or
press the catch to release and push the head restraint downwards.
Front seats
Seat position9 Warning
Only drive with the seat correctly
adjusted.
9 Danger
Do not sit closer than 25 cm to the
steering wheel, to permit safe
airbag deployment.
9 Warning
Never adjust seats while driving as
they could move uncontrollably.
● Sit with buttocks as far back against the backrest as possible.
Adjust the distance between the
seat and the pedals so that legs
are slightly angled when fully
pressing the pedals. Slide the
front passenger seat as far back
as possible.
● Set seat height high enough to have a clear field of vision on all
sides and of all display
instruments. There should be at
least one hand of clearance
between head and the roof
frame. Your thighs should rest
lightly on the seat without
pressing into it.
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48Seats, restraintsSeat belts
The seat belts are locked during
heavy acceleration or deceleration of
the vehicle, holding the occupants in
the seat 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 57.
Periodically check all parts of the belt
system for damage, soiling 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
Each seat is equipped with a seat belt
reminder, indicated by a control
indicator X for the respective seat in
the roof console 3 86.
Belt force limiters
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, rear-end or side-on collision of a certain severity,
the front and rear seat belts are
tightened. The front seat belts are
tightened by two pretensioners per
seat. The outer rear seat belts are
tightened by one pretensioner per
seat.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 86.
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
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50Seats, restraints
Pull latch plates with the belt out of
belt holder in the roof.
Insert lower latch plate into left-hand
buckle ( 1) at the centre seat. Guide
the upper latch plate with the belt over
the lap area and the shoulder (do not twist) and insert it into right-hand
buckle ( 2) at centre seat.
To unfasten the seat belt, first press the button on the right-hand buckle
( 2 ) and remove upper latch plate.
Then press the button on the left-
hand buckle ( 1) and remove lower
latch plate. The seat belt retracts
automatically.
Using the seat belt while pregnant9 Warning
The lap belt must be positioned as
low as possible across the pelvis
to prevent pressure on the
abdomen.
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Seats, restraints55
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the upper body and pelvis in
the event of a side-on collision
considerably.
9 Warning
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.
Curtain airbag system
The curtain airbag system consists of an airbag in the roof frame on each
side. This can be identified by the
word AIRBAG on the roof pillars.
The curtain airbag system is triggered
in the event of a side-on impact of a
certain severity. The ignition must be
switched on.
The inflated airbags cushion the
impact, thereby reducing the risk of
injury to the head in the event of a
side-on impact considerably.
9 Warning
Keep the area in which the airbag
inflates clear of obstructions.
The hooks on the handles in the
roof frame are only suitable for
hanging up light articles of
clothing, without coat hangers. Do not keep any items in these
clothes.
Airbag deactivation
The front passenger airbag system must be deactivated for child restraint
system on the passenger seat
according to the instructions in the
table 3 60. The side airbag and
curtain airbag systems, the belt
pretensioners and all driver airbag
systems will remain active.
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Storage63StorageStorage compartments................63
Glovebox ................................... 63
Cupholders ................................ 63
Centre console storage .............64
Load compartment .......................64
Load compartment cover ...........67
Rear floor storage cover ............67
Lashing eyes ............................. 68
Warning triangle ........................69
First aid kit ................................. 69
Roof rack system .........................70
Roof rack ................................... 70
Loading information .....................70Storage compartments9Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp
objects in the storage
compartments. Otherwise, the
storage compartment lid could
open and vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown
around in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Glovebox
On some versions the glovebox is
ventilated. Air ventilation and
temperature depend on the settings
of the climate control system. The air
vent in the glove box can be closed
3 123.
Other versions may have a CD player
in the glove box.
The glovebox should be closed whilst driving.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the centre
console.
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70StorageRoof rack systemRoof rackFor safety reasons and to avoid
damage to the roof, the vehicle-
approved roof rack system is
recommended.
Follow the installation instructions and remove the roof rack when not in
use.
Mounting roof rack
Open all doors.
Mounting points are located in each
door frame of the vehicle body.
Detach the cover from each mounting
point and fasten the roof rack with the attached screws.Loading information
● Heavy objects in the load compartment should be placed
against the seat backrests. Make
sure that the backrests are
securely engaged, i.e. no longer
showing the red marks on the side near the release lever or on
the loop. If objects can be
stacked, heavier objects should
be placed at the bottom.
● Secure objects with lashing straps attached to lashing eyes
3 68.