Keys, doors and windows23Replacing battery in electronic
key
Replace the battery as soon as the
system no longer operates properly or the range is reduced. The need for battery replacement is indicated by a
message in the Driver Information
Centre 3 102.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
1. Remove the cover.
2. Extract the flat battery from its location.
3. Replace battery with a battery of the same type. Pay attention to
the installation position.
4. Clip the cover in place.
Fault
If the central locking cannot be
operated or the engine cannot be
started, the cause may be one of the
following:
● Fault in electronic key.
● Electronic key is out of reception range.
● The battery voltage is too low.
● 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.
To rectify the cause of the fault,
change the position of the electronic
key.
Manual unlocking 3 23.
Central locking system Unlocks and locks doors, load
compartment and fuel filler flap.
A pull on an interior door handle
unlocks the respective door. Pulling
the handle once more opens the door.
Notice
In the event of an accident in which
airbags or belt pretensioners are
deployed, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked.
Notice
A short time after unlocking with the
remote control the doors are locked
automatically if no door has been
