18In brief
To restart the engine, depress the
clutch pedal again.
Stop-start system 3 159.
Parking9 Warning
● Do not park the vehicle on an
easily ignitable surface. The
high temperature of the
exhaust system could ignite the
surface.
● Always apply the parking brake. Activate the manual
parking brake without pressing the release button. Apply as
firmly as possible on a downhill slope or uphill slope. Depress
brake pedal at the same time to
reduce operating force.
For vehicles with electric
parking brake, pull switch m for
approx. one second.
The electric parking brake is
applied when control indicator
m illuminates 3 105.
● Switch off the engine.
● If the vehicle is on a level surface or uphill slope, engage
first gear or set the selector
lever to position P before
removing the ignition key or
switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button. On
an uphill slope, turn the front
wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position
P before removing the ignition
key or switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button.
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
● Close the windows and the sunroof.
● Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch or switch off
ignition on vehicles with power
button. Turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only
be removed when the selector
lever is in position P.
20Keys, doors and windowsKeys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 20
Keys .......................................... 20
Car Pass .................................... 21
Radio remote control .................21
Electronic key system ................22
Memorised settings ...................23
Central locking system ..............24
Automatic locking ......................27
Child locks ................................. 28
Doors ........................................... 29
Load compartment ....................29
Vehicle security ............................ 33
Anti-theft locking system ...........33
Anti-theft alarm system ..............34
Immobiliser ................................ 36
Exterior mirrors ............................ 37
Convex shape ........................... 37
Electric adjustment ....................37
Folding mirrors .......................... 37
Heated mirrors ........................... 38
Automatic dimming ....................38
Parking assist ............................ 38Interior mirrors............................. 39
Manual anti-dazzle ....................39
Automatic anti-dazzle ................39
Windows ...................................... 39
Windscreen ............................... 39
Manual windows ........................40
Power windows ......................... 40
Heated rear window ..................42
Sun visors .................................. 42
Roller blinds ............................... 42
Roof ............................................. 43
Sunroof ...................................... 43Keys, locks
KeysCaution
Do not attach heavy or bulky items to the ignition key.
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 3 271, Radio remote control
3 21, Electronic key 3 22, Central
locking 3 24, Starting the engine
3 158.
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 3 261.
Keys, doors and windows21Lock 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.
Key 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
Enables operation of the following
functions via the use of the remote control buttons:
● central locking system 3 24
● anti-theft locking system 3 33
● anti-theft alarm system 3 34
● tailgate 3 29
● power windows 3 40
● sunroof 3 43
● mirror folding 3 37
The remote control has a range of
approx. 50 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.
Replacing battery in radio remote
control
Replace the battery as soon as the
range reduces.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
34Keys, doors and windowsActivating
Radio remote control or electronic
key: press e twice within 5 seconds.
Anti-theft alarm system The anti-theft alarm system is
operated in conjunction with the
central locking system.
It monitors: ● doors, tailgate, bonnet
● passenger compartment including adjoining load
compartment
● vehicle inclination, e.g. if it is raised
● ignition
Activation All doors must be closed and the
electronic key must not remain in the
vehicle. Otherwise the system cannot
be activated.
● Radio remote control: self- activated 30 seconds after
locking the vehicle by pressing e
once.
● Electronic key system: self- activated 30 seconds after
locking the vehicle by pressing the button on any exterior door
handle.
● Radio remote control or electronic key: activate directly
by pressing e twice within
5 seconds.
● Electronic key system with passive locking enabled:
activated shortly after passive
locking occurs.
Notice
Changes to the vehicle interior such
as the use of seat covers, and open
windows or sunroof, could impair the
function of passenger compartment
monitoring.
Keys, doors and windows35Activation without monitoring of
passenger compartment and
vehicle inclination
Switch off the monitoring of
passenger compartment and vehicle
inclination when e.g. animals are
being left in the vehicle, because of
high volume ultrasonic signals or due to movements triggering the alarm.
Also switch off when the vehicle is on
a ferry or train.
1. Close tailgate, bonnet, windows and sunroof.
2. Press o. LED in button o
illuminates for a maximum of
10 minutes.
3. Close the doors.
4. Activate the anti-theft alarm system.
Status message is displayed in the
Driver Information Centre.
Status LED
Status LED is integrated in the sensor
on top of the instrument panel.
Status during the first 30 seconds of
anti-theft alarm system activation:
LED illuminates:test, arming delayLED flashes
quickly:doors, tailgate or
bonnet not
completely closed,
or system faultStatus after system is armed:LED flashes
slowly:system is armed
Seek the assistance of a workshop in
the event of faults.
Deactivation
Radio remote control: Unlocking the
vehicle by pressing c deactivates
anti-theft alarm system.
Electronic key system: Unlocking the
vehicle by pressing the button on any
exterior door handle deactivates anti-
theft alarm system.
38Keys, doors and windowsFolding mirrors with remote
control
This function is only available if thevehicle is equipped with electrical
seat memory.
Press e again after locking for
one second to fold in mirrors.
Press c again after unlocking for
one second to fold out mirrors.
Pressing for three seconds activates
window operation. Power windows
3 40. Sunroof 3 43.
If the mirrors were folded in using the
control in the driver's door, they are
not folded out by pressing c.
This function can be activated or
deactivated in the Vehicle
personalisation.
Select the relevant setting in Settings,
I Vehicle in the Colour-Info-Display.
Colour-Info-Display 3 117.
Vehicle personalisation 3 120.
The settings are automatically stored
for the key being used 3 23.
Heated mirrors
Operated by pressing Ü.
The LED in the button indicates
activation.
Heating works with the engine
running and is switched off
automatically after a short time.
Automatic dimming Dazzling by following vehicles at night
is automatically reduced by dimming
the exterior mirror on the driver's side.
Parking assist For mirrors with position memory, theexterior mirror on the passenger side
is automatically aimed at the rear
tyres as a parking aid when reverse
gear is selected, except during trailer
operation.
Position memory 3 50.
Activation or deactivation of this
function can be changed in the menu Settings in the Info-Display. Vehicle
personalisation 3 120.
Keys, doors and windows41Safety function
If the window glass encounters
resistance above the middle of the
window during automatic closing, it is immediately stopped and opened
again.
Override safety function In the event of closing difficulties due
to frost or the like, switch on the
ignition, then pull the switch to the first
detent and hold. The window moves
up without safety function enabled.
To stop movement, release the
switch.Child safety system for rear
windows
Press z to deactivate rear door
power windows; the LED illuminates.
To activate, press z again.
Comfort operating with the
remote control
Front windows or all windows can be
operated remotely from outside the
vehicle.
Press c again for three seconds after
unlocking: windows will be opened.
Press e again for three seconds after
locking: windows will be closed.
Press any button to stop window
movement.
Folding mirrors 3 37.
Closing sunroof 3 43.
Confirmation
Complete opening or closing of the
windows is confirmed by the hazard
warning flashers.
Keys, doors and windows43Roof
Sunroof9 Warning
Take care when operating the
sunroof. Risk of injury, particularly to children.
Keep a close watch on the
movable parts when operating
them. Ensure that nothing
becomes trapped in them as they
move.
Operable with ignition in position
Accessory power mode or Ignition on
power mode 3 155, 3 156.
Retained power off 3 157.
Sunroof, 5-door Hatchback/
4-door Saloon
Open or close
Press p or r gently to the first
detent: sunroof is opened or closed with safety function enabled as long
as the switch is operated.
Press p or r firmly to the second
detent and then release: the sunroof
is opened or closed automatically
with safety function enabled. To stop
movement, operate the switch once
more.
Raise or close
Press q or r : sunroof is raised or
closed automatically with safety
function enabled.
If the sunroof is raised, it can be
opened in one step by pressing p.
Sunblind
The sunblind is manually operated.
Close or open the sunblind by sliding.
When the sunroof is open, the
sunblind is always open.
Panoramaroof, Sports Tourer/
Country Tourer