
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 ............................ 35
Anti-theft locking system ...........35
Anti-theft alarm system ..............35
Immobiliser ................................ 37
Exterior mirrors ............................ 38
Convex shape ........................... 38
Electric adjustment ....................38
Folding mirrors .......................... 38
Heated mirrors ........................... 39
Interior mirrors ............................. 39
Manual anti-dazzle ....................39
Automatic anti-dazzle ................39
Windows ...................................... 40
Windscreen ............................... 40Power windows......................... 40
Heated rear window ..................41
Heated windscreen ....................42
Sun visors .................................. 42
Roller blinds ............................... 42
Roof ............................................. 43
Glass panel ............................... 43Keys, locks
KeysCaution
Do not attach heavy or bulky items to 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 3 231, Central locking 3 24,
Starting the engine 3 137.
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 3 224.

Keys, doors and windows43Roof
Glass panel
Do not affix any stickers to the roof.
Do not cover the vehicle using a
tarpaulin.
Sunblind
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 3 134.
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:
1. Turn key in ignition switch to position 1.
2. Press N twice gently to the first
detent at the rear, the sunblind
opens slightly.3. Immediately press N twice gently
to the first detent at the front, the
sunblind closes slightly.
After step 3 the sunblind is in
initialising mode without safety
function.
4. Press N gently to the first detent
at the rear until the sunblind is
completely opened.
5. Press N gently to the first detent
at the front until the sunblind is
completely closed.
After this procedure, the sunblind is
initialised with safety function
activated.
When N is pressed firmly to the
second detent during initialising, the
procedure is cancelled.

46Seats, restraints
● Sit with buttocks as far backagainst the backrest as possible.
Adjust the distance between the
seat and the pedals so that legs
are slightly angled when 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 allsides 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.
● Sit with shoulders as far back against the backrest as possible.Set the backrest rake so that it is
possible to easily reach the
steering wheel with arms slightly bent. Maintain contact between
shoulders and the backrest when turning the steering wheel. Do
not angle the backrest too far
back. We recommend a
maximum rake of approx. 25°.
● Adjust seat and steering wheel in
a way that the wrist rests on top
of the steering wheel while the
arm is fully extended and
shoulders are on the backrest.
● Adjust the steering wheel 3 79.
● Adjust the head restraint 3 44.
● Adjust the height of the seat belt 3 53.
● Adjust the thigh support so that there is a space approx. two
fingers wide between the edge of the seat and the hollow of the
knee.
● Adjust the lumbar support so that
it supports the natural shape of
the spine.Manual seat adjustment
Drive only with engaged seats and
backrests.
Longitudinal adjustment
Pull handle, slide seat, release
handle. Try to move the seat back and forth to ensure that the seat is locked
in place.

52Seats, 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 61.
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 93.
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 93.
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

Seats, restraints59Side airbag system
The side airbag system consists of an
airbag in each front and outer rear
seat backrest. This can be identified
by the word AIRBAG.
The side airbag system is triggered in the event of a side 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 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.

60Seats, restraints9Warning
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 64. The side airbag and
curtain airbag systems, the belt
pretensioners and all driver airbag
systems will remain active.The front passenger airbag system
can be deactivated via a key-
operated switch in the glovebox.
Use the ignition key to choose the
position:OFF *:front passenger airbag is
deactivated and will not
inflate in the event of a
collision. Control indicator
OFF * illuminates
continuously in the centre
console. A child restraint
system can be installed in
accordance with the chart
Child restraint installation
locations 3 64. No adult
person is allowed to occupy
the front passenger seatON V:front passenger airbag is
active. A child restraint
system must not be
installed

68StorageStorageStorage compartments................68
Glovebox ................................... 68
Cupholders ................................ 68
Centre console storage .............69
Load compartment .......................69
Load compartment cover ...........71
Rear floor storage cover ............72
Lashing eyes ............................. 73
Safety net .................................. 73
Warning triangle ........................75
First aid kit ................................. 75
Roof rack system .........................75
Roof rack ................................... 75
Loading information .....................76Storage 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
3 131.
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.

Storage73Lashing eyes
The lashing eyes are designed to
secure items against slippage, e.g.
using lashing straps or luggage net.
Safety net The safety net can be installed behind
the rear seats or, if the rear seat
backrests are folded, behind the front seats.
Passengers must not be transported
behind the safety net.
Installation
Behind the rear seats
● There are installation openings on both sides in the roof frame
above the rear seats: suspend
and engage rod of net at one side, compress rod and suspendand engage at the other side.
● Attach the hooks of safety net straps in the lashing eyes behindthe rear seats.
● Tension both straps by pulling at the loose end.
● Rear seat backrests must be raised up.