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Keys, doors and windows27
The door is opened from inside the
vehicle by pressing down the interior
handle.
The right hand rear door is released
using the lever.9 Warning
The rear lights may be obscured if
the rear doors are open and the
vehicle is parked on the roadside.
Make other road users aware of the vehicle, by using a warning
triangle or other equipment
specified in the road traffic
regulations.
The doors are retained in the 90º
position by locking stays. To open the
doors to 180º, push the latch and
swing open to the desired position.9 Warning
Ensure extended opening doors
are secured when fully opened.
Opened doors may slam closed due to the force of the wind!
Always close the right hand doorbefore the left hand door.
9 Danger
Do not drive with the rear doors
open or ajar, e.g. when
transporting bulky objects, since
toxic exhaust gases, which cannot be seen or smelled, could enter
the vehicle. This can cause
unconsciousness and even death.
Central locking system 3 24.
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28Keys, doors and windowsLoad compartment
Tailgate Opening
Unlock the tailgate with the remote
control 3 24.
Press the button underneath the
tailgate handle.
Closing
Use the interior loop.
Do not press button underneath the
tailgate handle whilst closing as this
will unlock the tailgate again.
Note
To avoid damage, place fingers
through the loop before pulling
downwards.
Ensure tailgate is fully closed before driving.
Central locking system 3 24.
Emergency tailgate opening from
inside the vehicle
An access hole (arrowed) enables the
tailgate latch to be released using a
suitable tool. Push lever to the right to
unlock and open the tailgate.
9 Danger
Do not drive with the tailgate open
or ajar, e.g. when transporting
bulky objects, since toxic exhaust
gases, which cannot be seen or
smelled, could enter the vehicle.
This can cause unconsciousness
and even death.
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Keys, doors and windows29Caution
Before opening the tailgate check
overhead obstructions, such as a
garage door, to avoid damage to
the tailgate. Always check the
moving area above and behind the tailgate.
Note
The installation of certain heavy
accessories onto the tailgate may
affect its ability to remain open.
Vehicle security
Anti-theft locking system9 Warning
Do not use the system if there are
people in the vehicle! The doorscannot be unlocked from the
inside.
The system deadlocks all the doors. All doors must be closed otherwise
the system cannot be activated.
Activating
Press e on the remote control twice.
Note
Depending on version, turning the manual key twice in the driver's door lock cylinder towards the rear of the
vehicle only deadlocks the rear
doors. Manual door locks 3 22.
Deactivating
The system is disabled automatically
on every door when:
● unlocking the doors
● turning the ignition switch to position 1
Immobiliser
The system is part of the ignition
switch and checks whether the
vehicle is allowed to be started with
the key being used.
The immobiliser is activated
automatically after the key has been removed from the ignition switch.
If the control indicator d illuminates
when starting, there is a fault in the
system; the engine cannot be started. Switch off the ignition and repeat the
start attempt.
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30Keys, doors and windowsIf d remains illuminated, attempt to
start the engine using the spare key
and seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Note
Radio Frequency Identification
(RFID) tags may cause interference
with the key. Do not have it placed near the key when starting the
vehicle.
Note
The immobiliser does not lock the doors. Always lock the vehicle after
leaving it 3 24.
If control indicator d illuminates
during driving, the system may be performing a self-test. This process is normal.
Control indicator d 3 90.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 lever in
required direction.
The lower mirrors are not adjustable.
Electric adjustment
Select the relevant exterior mirror by
turning the control to left _ or right 6.
Then swivel the control to adjust the
mirror.
In position o no mirror is selected.
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Keys, doors and windows33OverloadIf 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 five seconds.
4. Repeat for each window.Child safety system for rear
windows
Available depending on version,
press H to deactivate rear door
power windows.
To reactivate, press H again.
Operating windows from outside
Depending on version, the windows
can be operated remotely from
outside the vehicle when locking or
unlocking the vehicle.
Central locking system 3 24.
Press and hold Ä to open windows.
Press and hold e to close windows.
Release button to stop window
movement.
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62StorageGlovebox
Pull lever to open the glovebox cover.Depending on version, the glovebox
may be lockable using the ignition
key.
The glovebox should be closed whilst
driving.
Cupholders
Cupholders are located in the console between the front seats.
The cupholders can also be used to
hold the portable ashtray unit 3 76.
Front storage
Storage compartments are located in the front door pockets.
Coat hooks are located on the cabin
bulkhead (where fitted).
Overhead console
Store only lightweight items such as
paperwork or maps in the overhead
console.
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Storage67
The maximum force applied to the
lashing eyes should not exceed
500 daN/5 kN/5000 N.
Depending on country, the maximum
force may be shown on a label.
Note
Specifications on the label always
have priority over those given in this manual.
Loading information 3 68.
Load compartment grille
Depending on version, the load
compartment area can be increased
by opening the load compartment
partition on the front passenger side
(where fitted).
● Fold down the front passenger seat. Refer to "Seat folding"
3 38.
● From inside the load compartment, release the pin (1)
on the rear of the partition to
unlock, then swing open the
partition door over the folded
front passenger seat.● Insert the pin in the slot (2) on the
backrest of the folded front
passenger seat to lock in
position.9 Warning
The load compartment partition
must always be locked in either
position during driving. Otherwise
vehicle occupants could be injured by the partition in the event of hard
braking, a sudden change in
direction or an accident.
Ladder bulkhead
Depending on version, a ladder
bulkhead is fixed behind the driver's
seat or behind the rear seats to
protect seat occupants from
unsecured objects in the load
compartment.
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70Instruments and controlsInstruments and
controlsControls ....................................... 71
Steering wheel adjustment ........71
Steering wheel controls .............71
Horn ........................................... 71
Windscreen wiper/washer .........72
Rear window wiper/washer .......72
Headlamp washer .....................73
Outside temperature ..................73
Clock ......................................... 73
Power outlets ............................. 75
Cigarette lighter ......................... 76
Ashtrays .................................... 76
Warning lights, gauges and indi‐ cators ........................................... 77
Instrument cluster ......................77
Speedometer ............................. 77
Odometer .................................. 77
Trip odometer ............................ 77
Tachometer ............................... 77
Fuel gauge ................................ 78
Fuel selector .............................. 78
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 79
Service display .......................... 79Transmission display .................80
Control indicators ......................80
Generic warning ........................82
Turn signal ................................. 83
Seat belt reminder .....................83
Airbag and belt tensioners .........83
Airbag deactivation ....................84
Charging system .......................84
Malfunction indicator light ..........84
Brake system ............................. 85
Brake pad wear ......................... 85
Antilock brake system (ABS) .....85
Transmission ............................. 85
Gear shifting .............................. 86
Hill start assist ........................... 86
Ultrasonic parking assist ...........86
Electronic Stability Control ........86
Engine coolant temperature ......87
Preheating ................................. 87
Diesel particle filter ....................87
Tyre pressure monitoring system ...................................... 88
Engine oil pressure ....................88
Change engine oil .....................89
Low engine oil level ...................89
Low fuel ..................................... 89
Drain fuel filter ........................... 90
Immobiliser ................................ 90
Stop-start system ......................90
Exterior light .............................. 90High beam................................. 90
Fog light ..................................... 91
Rear fog light ............................. 91
Cruise control ............................ 91
Door open .................................. 91
Information displays .....................91
Driver Information Centre ..........91
Vehicle messages ........................96
Warning chimes .........................96
Fuel system messages ..............97
Trip computer ............................... 97