20Keys, doors and windowsKeys, doors and
windowsKeys, locks ................................... 20
Keys .......................................... 20
Radio remote control .................21
Electronic key system ................22
Central locking system ..............23
Automatic locking ......................27
Child locks ................................. 28
Doors ........................................... 29
Load compartment ....................29
Vehicle security ............................ 34
Anti-theft locking system ...........34
Anti-theft alarm system ..............34
Immobiliser ................................ 36
Exterior mirrors ............................ 36
Convex shape ........................... 36
Electric adjustment ....................36
Folding mirrors .......................... 37
Heated mirrors ........................... 37
Interior mirrors ............................. 38
Manual anti-dazzle ....................38
Automatic anti-dazzle ................38
Windows ...................................... 38
Windscreen ............................... 38Power windows......................... 39
Heated rear window ..................40
Heated windscreen ....................41
Sun visors .................................. 42
Roller blinds ............................... 42
Roof ............................................. 42
Glass panel ............................... 42Keys, 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 3 246.
Central locking 3 23.
Starting the engine 3 136.
Radio remote control 3 21.
Electronic key 3 22.
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 3 237.
Keys, doors and windows23Notice
To save battery power, the keyless
functions are set to stand-by after 21
days of non-use. To reactivate the
functions, press a button on the
electronic key.
Replacing 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 3 106.
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
26Keys, doors and windowsIf the vehicle is not closed properly,
the electronic key remains in the
vehicle or the ignition is not off,
locking will not be permitted and a
warning chime sounds.
Keep the hand behind the door
handle or keep the tailgate button
pressed to close the windows.
Unlocking and opening the tailgate
The tailgate can be unlocked and
opened hands-free by pushing the
touchpad under the tailgate moulding when the electronic key is in range.
The doors remain locked.
Load compartment 3 29.Operation with buttons on the
electronic key
The central locking system can also
be operated with the buttons on the
electronic key.
Press O to unlock.
Press N to lock.
Press P longer to unlock and open
only the power tailgate.
Remote control operation 3 23.
Confirmation
Operation of central locking system is
confirmed by the hazard warning
flashers. A precondition is that the
setting is activated in the vehicle
personalisation 3 107.
Central locking button
Locks or unlocks all doors, the load
compartment and fuel filler flap from
inside the passenger compartment.
Press Q
to lock. The LED in the button
illuminates.
Press Q again to unlock. The LED in
the button extinguishes.
28Keys, doors and windowsIf one of the doors or the tailgate is
open, the automatic central locking
does not take place. This is signalled
by the sound of the locks rebounding, accompanied by illumination of h in
the instrument cluster, an audible
signal and the display of an alert
message.
This function can be activated or
deactivated at any time. With the
ignition on, press Q until an audible
signal starts and a corresponding message is displayed.
The state of the system stays in
memory when switching off the
ignition.
Automatic relock after unlocking
This feature automatically locks all
doors, load compartment and fuel
filler flap a short time after unlocking
with the remote control or electronic
key, provided no door has been
opened.
Child locks9 Warning
Use the child locks whenever
children are occupying the rear
seats.
Mechanical child locks
Turn the red child lock in the rear door to the horizontal position by using a
key. The door cannot be opened from
the inside.
To deactivate, turn the child lock to
the vertical position.
Keys, doors and windows29Electric child locks
Remotely operated system to prevent
opening of the rear doors via the
interior door handles and the use of
the rear power windows.
Switching on
Press R. The indicator light in the
button comes on, accompanied by a confirmation message. This indicator
light remains on until the child lock is
switched off.
Switching off
Press R again. The indicator light on
button goes off, accompanied by a
confirmation message.
Doors
Load compartment Tailgate
Opening
After unlocking, press the tailgate
button and open the tailgate.
Closing
Use the interior handle.
Do not push the touchpad whilst
closing as this will unlock the tailgate
again.
Central locking system 3 23.
34Keys, doors and windowsVehicle 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.
Unlocking the vehicle disables the
mechanical anti-theft locking system.
This is not possible with the central
locking button.
Activating
Press N on the radio remote control
twice within 5 seconds.
Anti-theft alarm system
The anti-theft alarm system is
combined 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, the load compartment and the engine compartment must be
closed and the electronic key must
not remain in the vehicle.
● Radio remote control: activated 45 seconds after locking the
vehicle by pressing e once.
● Electronic key system: activated 45 seconds after locking the
vehicle by pressing with a finger
or thumb on one of the front door handles at the markings.
If a door, the tailgate or the bonnet is
not properly closed, the vehicle is not locked. However, the anti-theft alarm
is self-activated after 45 seconds.
Notice
Changes to the vehicle interior such
as the use of seat covers and open
windows, could impair the function of passenger compartment
monitoring.
Driving and operating1350:ignition off: some functions
remain active until key is
removed or driver's door is
opened, provided the ignition was
on previously1:ignition on power mode: ignition
is on, diesel engine is preheating, control indicators illuminate and
most electrical functions are
operable2:engine start: release key after
engine has been started
Steering wheel lock
Remove key from ignition switch and
turn steering wheel until it engages.
9 Danger
Never remove the key from
ignition switch during driving as
this will cause steering wheel lock.
Power button
The electronic key must be inside the
vehicle.
Engine start
Operate the clutch pedal (manual
transmission), the brake pedal and
press Start/Stop .Ignition on power mode without
starting the engine
Press Start/Stop without operating
clutch or brake pedal. Control
indicators illuminate and most
electrical functions are operable.Engine and ignition off
Press Start/Stop briefly in each mode
or when engine is running and vehicle
is stationary. Some functions remain
active until driver's door is opened,
provided the ignition was on
previously.Emergency shut off during driving
Press Start/Stop for 5 seconds
3 136. Steering wheel locks as soon
as vehicle is stationary.
Steering wheel lock
The steering wheel lock activates
automatically when:
● The vehicle is stationary.
● The ignition has been switched off.
To release steering wheel lock, open
and close driver's door and switch the ignition on power mode or start the
engine directly.
246Vehicle careScrew in the towing eye as far as it willgo until it stops in a horizontal
position.
The lashing eye at the rear
underneath the vehicle must never be used as a towing eye.
Attach a tow rope – or better still a tow
rod – to the towing eye.
The towing eye must only be used for
towing and not for recovering a
vehicle.Caution
Drive slowly. Do not drive jerkily.
Excessive tractive force can
damage the vehicle.
After towing, unscrew the towing eye.
Insert cap with the upper flange into
the recess and fix cap by pushing.
Appearance care
Exterior care LocksThe locks are lubricated at the factoryusing a high quality lock cylinder
grease. Use a de-icing agent only
when absolutely necessary, as this
has a degreasing effect and impairs
lock function. After using a de-icing
agent, have the locks regreased by a
workshop.
WashingThe paintwork of your vehicle is
exposed to environmental influences.
Wash and wax your vehicle regularly.
When using automatic vehicle
washes, select a programme that
includes waxing.
Bird droppings, dead insects, resin,
pollen and the like should be cleaned
off immediately, as they contain
aggressive constituents which can
cause paint damage.If using a vehicle wash, comply with
the vehicle wash manufacturer's instructions. The windscreen wiperand rear window wiper must be
switched off. Remove antenna and
external accessories such as roof
racks etc.
If you wash your vehicle by hand,
make sure that the insides of the
wheel housings are also thoroughly
rinsed out.
Wax painted parts of the vehicle regularly.
Clean edges and folds on opened
doors and the bonnet as well as the
areas they cover.
Clean bright metal mouldings with a
cleaning solution approved for
aluminium to avoid damages.Caution
Always use a cleaning agent with
a pH value of 4 to 9.
Do not use cleaning agents on hot surfaces.