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3. Do not release the buttons until the indica-
tor light has stopped flashing slowly (about once a second) and either flashesquickly (about 10 times a second) orglows steadily. >If the indicator light glows steadily: Indication that programming is com-plete. Press the programmed buttontwice to activate. If the indicator light flashes quickly: The device being programmed with HomeLink ®
may have a security func-
tion that requires an extra step. Try pressing the programmed button twiceto see whether the programmingworks. Otherwise, continue with thefollowing steps.
4. Locate the "training" button 20
on the
receiver for the e.g. garage door opener. It is usually located near the antenna bracketon the receiver.
5. Press and release the "training" button once. Programming must be completedwithin 30 seconds after pressing the but-ton.
6. Press and release the HomeLink ®
button
to be programmed. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence a second time. Forsome receivers, the sequence may need tobe repeated a third time.
> Programming is now completed and the garage door, gate, etc. should now be activated when the programmedbutton is pressed.
If you experience any difficulties programming, please contact HomeLink ®
at: www.HomeLink.com, or call 1–800–355–3515.
Programming individual buttons
To program an individual HomeLink
®
button:
1. Press and hold the desired button for about 20 seconds.
2. When the indicator light on HomeLink ®
starts flashing slowly, it is possible to pro-gram as usual. Note: If the button you are reprogram-
ming does not program with a new device, it will return to the previouslysaved programming.
Resetting the HomeLink ®
buttons
It is only possible to reset all HomeLink ®
but-
tons at once. It is not possible to reset individ-ual buttons. Individual buttons can only bereprogrammed.
–Press and hold the outer buttons (1 and 3) on HomeLink ®
for about 10 seconds.
> When the indicator light goes from a steady glow to flashing, the buttons have been reset and are ready forreprogramming.
20The name and color of the button varies depending on the manufacturer.
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Related information
Using HomeLink ®
* (p. 428)
HomeLink ®
* (p. 425)
Type approval for HomeLink ®
* (p. 429)Using HomeLink ®
*21
Once HomeLink ®
is programmed, it can be
used instead of the separate remote controls.
Press and hold the programming button. The garage door, gate, alarm system, etc. will beactivated (this may take several seconds). Ifthe button is held down for more than 20 sec-onds, reprogramming will begin. The indicatorlight will glow steadily or flash when the but-ton has been pressed. The original remotecontrols may be used concurrently with HomeLink ®
if desired.
NOTE
When the ignition is switched off, HomeLink ®
will be active for at least
7 minutes.
NOTE
HomeLink ®
cannot be used if the vehicle is
locked and the alarm is armed * from the
outside.
WARNING
If you use HomeLink ®
to open a garage
door or gate, be sure no one is near the gate or door while it is in motion.
Do not use HomeLink ®
with any
garage door opener that lacks safetystop and reverse features as requiredby US federal safety standards (thisincludes any garage door opener modelmanufactured before April 1, 1982). Agarage door that cannot detect anobject - signaling the door to stop andreverse - does not meet current U.S.federal safety standards. For moreinformation, contact HomeLink at:www.homelink.com.
Related information
HomeLink ®
* (p. 425)
Programming HomeLink ®
* (p. 426)
Type approval for HomeLink ®
* (p. 429)
21
Certain markets only.
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Activating and deactivating the compass *
An integrated compass 25
in the upper right
corner of the rearview mirror shows the direction the vehicle is traveling.
The compass is automatically activated when the vehicle is started. To deactivate/activate the compass manually:
–Use a paper clip or similar object to press the button on the bottom of the mirror.
> If the compass is deactivated when the vehicle is switched off, it will not be activated the next time the vehicle isstarted. The compass will then need tobe activated manually.
Related information
Compass
* (p. 429)
Calibrating the compass
* (p. 430)
Calibrating the compass *
The globe is divided into 15 magnetic zones. The compass 26
should be calibrated if the
vehicle is driven from one zone to another.
1. Stop the vehicle in a large, open area away from steel constructions and high-voltage power lines.
2. Start the engine and switch off all electri- cal equipment (climate system, wipers,etc.) and make sure all doors are closed.
NOTE
Calibration may fail or not even be initiated if electrical equipment is not turned off.
3. Hold the button on the bottom of the rear-view mirror pressed for about 3 seconds (using e.g. a paper clip). The number of thecurrent magnetic zone is shown.
15
14
13
12
11
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
10
Magnetic zones.
4. Press the button on the underside of themirror repeatedly until the desired mag- netic zone (
1–15) appears (see the map of
magnetic zones).
5. Wait until the display again shows
C, or
press and hold the button on the under- side of the rearview mirror for approx.
6 seconds until
C is displayed.
6. Drive slowly in a circle at a speed of no more than 10 km/h (6 mph) until a com- pass direction is shown in the display. Thisindicates that calibration is complete.Drive in a circle two more times to fine-tune the calibration.
25Rearview mirror with compass is available as an option only on certain markets and models.
26 Rearview mirror with compass is available as an option only on certain markets and models.
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ECO climate 401
ECO mode 401activate with function button 404
Economical driving 401, 411
Electrical outlet 534 use 534
Electrical system 567
Electric parking brake 385
Electronic immobilizer 246
emergency brake lights 157
Emission inspection readiness 542 Engine overheating 418
start 378
Start/Stopfunction 404
turn off 380
Engine braking 383 Engine compartment coolant 556
engine oil 554
overview 553
Engine drag control 267
Engine oil 554 filling 555
filter 554
grade and volume 617
Engine shutdown 380
Engine specifications 616Engine temperature high 418
Environment 28Ethanol content max. 10% by volume 415
Exterior dimensions 613
F
Federal Clean Air Act 542
Ferry transport 408
Flooded road 413
Fluids, volumes 607, 619
Fluids and oils 618, 619 Fog lights front 155
rear 156
Four-C 408 Front seat blower 217
climate 207
heating 209, 210
temperature 220
ventilation 211
Front seat manual 182
Front seats, power 183 adjusting passenger seat from driv-
er's seat 191
adjusting seat 183
Lumbar support 189
massage 186, 187, 188
multifunction control 186, 187, 188, 189
Side bolsters 189
store position 184, 185
Fuel 415 Travel Link service 453
Fuel filling 414
Fuel gauge 85
Fuel requirements 415, 416 Fuel tank volume 619
Fuse box 573
Fuses 573 below the glove compartment 580
in engine compartment 575
in trunk 586
replacing 574