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Remove leaves and other loose items from the glass roof guide rails at regular intervals using a
vacuum cleaner, or by hand.

The roll-back function will not work properly if there is a malfunction in the glass roof. Go to a
qualified workshop.
Convenience opening or closing of the glass roof
Convenience opening and closing
The glass roof can be opened and closed from outside the vehicle using the vehicle key:
Press and hold the locking or unlocking button on the vehicle key. The glass roof is tilted or closed.
In vehicles with the Keyless Access locking and starting system: place your finger on the locking
sensor in the door handle for a few seconds until the glass roof is closed ⇒ Unlocking or locking the
vehicle with Keyless Access .
Release the locking or unlocking button to interrupt this function.
The convenience closing function closes all the windows in the doors and the glass roof. All turn
signals will flash once as confirmation that all the windows and the glass roof have been closed.
Make settings for operation of the glass roof in the Vehicle settings menu in the Infotainment
system ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays .

Some settings can be saved in the user accounts for personalisation and therefore change
automatically when the user account is changed ⇒ Personalisation .
Glass roof roll-back function
The roll-back function reduces the risk of crush injuries ⇒ . If the glass roof is obstructed during
the closing process, it will open again immediately.
Check to see why the glass roof has not closed.
Try to close the glass roof again.
If the glass roof still cannot be closed, close it without the roll-back function.
Closing the glass roof without the roll-back function
Press the button to the second position Ⓓ until the glass roof has fully closed.
The glass roof will now close without the roll-back function.
Please go to a qualified workshop if the glass roof still cannot be closed.
If you release the switch during the closing procedure, the glass roof will open automatically.

WARNING
The rear centre armrest must always be folded up while the vehicle is in motion in order to reduce
the risk of injury.
The middle seat on the rear bench seat must never be used when the centre armrest is folded down
– neither by adults nor children. An incorrect sitting position can cause severe injuries.
Lights
Turn signals
Switching turn signals on and off

Fig. 78 On the left of the steering column: turn signal and main beam lever.
Switch on the ignition.
Move the turn signal and main beam lever ⇒ Fig. 78  from the centre position to the following
position:

Right turn signal .

Left turn signal .
Return the turn signal and main beam lever to the basic position in order to switch off the turn
signal.
Go to a qualified workshop if the acoustic signal does not sound when a turn signal is switched on
and have the vehicle checked.
Convenience turn signal
To operate the convenience turn signal, push the turn signal and main beam lever up or down to the
pressure point and then release the lever. The turn signal flashes three times.
To cancel the convenience turn signal, immediately move the lever in the opposite direction up to
the pressure point and then release it.
The convenience turn signal can be activated and deactivated in the Infotainment system in
the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays .

Switch off the ignition.
Lock the vehicle from the outside.
Automatic switch-off of side lights and parking lights
If the battery capacity is not sufficient for the side lights or parking light to remain switched on for
two hours, the 12-volt vehicle battery can be discharged to such an extent that it is no longer
possible to start the engine ⇒ .
In the case of standing times of more than two hours, the vehicle will detect a weak 12-volt vehicle
battery and switch off the side lights or parking light so that the engine can still be started.

WARNING
Accidents and serious injuries can occur if the vehicle is parked without sufficient illumination, as
other road users might have difficulty seeing the vehicle, or may not see it at all.
Always park the vehicle safely and with sufficient lighting. Observe any applicable local regulations.
If the vehicle lighting is required for several hours, switch on the right or left parking light if possible.
The illumination time of the parking light on one side is generally twice as long as for continuous
parking light on both sides of the vehicle.
Coming Home and Leaving Home function (orientation lighting)
The Coming Home and Leaving Home function lights up the area immediately surrounding the
vehicle when you get in or out of the vehicle in darkness.
Not in China: the Coming Home function is switched on manually. In contrast, the Leaving
Home function is controlled automatically by a rain/light sensor.
Only in China: the Coming Home and Leaving Home function is controlled automatically by a
rain/light sensor.
The switch-off delay can be adjusted and the function activated or deactivated in the Vehicle
settings menu in the Infotainment system ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays .
Activating the Coming Home function
Not in China
Switch off the ignition.
Operate the headlight flasher for approximately one second.
The Coming Home lighting is switched on when the driver door is opened. The switch-off delay starts
when the last vehicle door or the boot lid has been closed.
Activating the Coming Home function

For safety reasons, it is important that the driver positions the exterior and interior mirrors correctly
before starting a journey ⇒ .
Looking in the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror does not allow the driver to see the entire
side and rear area around the vehicle. The area that cannot be seen is known as the blind spot.
There may be objects and other road users in the blind spot.

WARNING
Adjusting the exterior and interior mirrors while the vehicle is moving may cause the driver to
become distracted. This could lead to accidents and serious injuries.
Exterior and interior mirrors should be adjusted only when the vehicle is at a standstill.
When parking, changing lane, or performing an overtaking or turning manoeuvre, always pay careful
attention to the area around the vehicle as objects and other road users may be located in the blind
spot.
Always ensure that the mirrors are positioned correctly and that the rear view is not restricted by
ice, snow, condensation or any other objects.

WARNING
If you estimate the distance from traffic behind you incorrectly, you can cause accidents and serious
injuries.
Curved mirrors (convex or aspheric) enlarge the field of vision and can make objects in the mirror
seem smaller and further away than they actually are.
Using curved mirrors to estimate the distance from other vehicles behind you when changing lanes
can provide inaccurate results and can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
Whenever possible, use the interior mirror to check the exact distance between your vehicle and
following traffic or other objects.
Ensure that you have a good view to the rear of the vehicle.

WARNING
Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors contain an electrolyte fluid which could leak if the mirror is broken.
The leaking electrolyte fluid can cause irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory organs, especially in
people who suffer from asthma or similar illnesses. Immediately ensure that there is a sufficient
supply of fresh air and get out of the vehicle. If this is not possible, open all of the windows and
doors.
If the electrolyte fluid gets into the eyes or onto the skin, immediately wash the area with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes and consult a doctor.

If the electrolyte fluid gets onto shoes or clothing, wash immediately with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes. Clean shoes and clothes thoroughly before wearing them again.
If the electrolyte fluid is swallowed, immediately rinse the mouth with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a doctor. Seek medical assistance
immediately.

NOTICE
If the glass of an automatic anti-dazzle mirror is broken, electrolyte fluid can leak from the mirror.
This fluid corrodes plastic surfaces. Remove the fluid as soon as possible, e.g. using a wet sponge.
Interior mirror

Fig. 86 On the windscreen: automatic anti-dazzle interior mirror.

Fig. 87 On the windscreen: manual anti-dazzle interior mirror.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 

When the glass roof is fully tilted, the sun blind is automatically moved to a ventilation position. The
sun blind remains in the ventilation position even after the glass roof is closed.
Opening and closing the sun blind
The buttons ⇒ Fig. 90  ① or ② have two positions. In the first position, the sun blind can be
completely or partially opened or closed.
In the second position, the sun blind automatically moves to the final position when the button is
pressed briefly. Press the button again to stop the one-touch function.
Opening the sun blind: push button ① to position one. One-touch function: push button ① briefly
to position two.
Closing the sun blind: push button ② to position one. One-touch function: push button ② briefly
to position two.
Stopping the one-touch function when opening or closing the blind: push button ① or ② again.
The sun blind can still be opened or closed for several minutes after the ignition has been switched
off, provided that the driver door and front passenger door are not opened.
Roll-back function of the sun blind
The roll-back function can reduce the risk of crush injury when closing the sun blind ⇒ . The glass
roof or sun blind will open again immediately if the sun blind is unable to close because it is stiff or
obstructed.
Check to see why the sun blind has not closed.
Try to close the sun blind again.
The sun blind will open again immediately if it is still unable to close because it is stiff or obstructed.
After opening, the sun blind can be closed again within a short period of time without the roll-back
function.
If the sun blind still cannot be closed, close it without the roll-back function.
Closing the sun blind without the roll-back function
Within approximately five seconds of the roll-back function being activated, press and hold button
⇒ Fig. 90  ② until the sun blind has closed completely.
The sun blind will now close without the roll-back function.
Please go to a qualified workshop if the sun blind still cannot be closed.

WARNING
Closing the sun blind without the roll-back function can cause serious injuries.
Always close the sun blind carefully.

Switch off the air recirculation mode when it is no longer required.

WARNING
Stale air can quickly make the driver tired and affect their concentration, which in turn can cause
collisions, accidents and serious injuries.
Never switch off the blower or switch on the air recirculation mode for an extended period as this
prevents fresh air from entering the vehicle interior.

NOTICE
Food, medicine and other items that are sensitive to heat or cold could be either damaged or
rendered useless by the air flowing out of the vents.
Never leave food, medicines or other temperature-sensitive objects in front of the vents.

NOTICE
If the air conditioning system is not working, switch the air conditioning system off immediately and
have it checked by a qualified workshop. This can help to prevent secondary damage.

Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and therefore
change automatically when the user account changes ⇒ Personalisation .
Front controls

Fig. 91 In the upper part of the centre console: air conditioning block for the manual air conditioning
system and heating and fresh air system.

If the ignition is turned on again within approximately 10 minutes, the most recent driver seat
temperature setting is automatically activated.
When should I not switch on the seat heating?
Do not switch on the seat heating if one of the following conditions applies:
The seat is not occupied.
The seat is fitted with a protective cover.
A child seat is installed on the seat.
The seat cushion is damp or wet.
The temperature in the vehicle interior or the outside temperature is above +25°C (77°F).

WARNING
Anyone with reduced sensitivity to pain or temperature due to medication, paralysis or chronic
illness (e.g. diabetes) could sustain burns on the back, buttocks and legs when using the seat
heating. These burns may take a long time to heal or may never heal fully. Please consult a doctor if
you have questions about your own state of health.
Anyone with reduced sensitivity to pain or temperature should never use the seat heating.

WARNING
Wet upholstery can cause a fault in the seat heating and increase the risk of burns.
Ensure that the seat cushion is dry before using the seat heating.
Do not sit on the seat in damp or wet clothing.
Do not place any damp or wet objects or items of clothing on the seat.
Do not spill any liquids on the seat.

NOTICE
To avoid damaging the heating elements, do not kneel on the seats or apply sharp pressure at a
single point to the seat cushion and backrest.
Liquids, sharp objects and insulating materials, such as a protective cover or child seat, may damage
the seat heating.
If the system starts to produce an odour, switch off the seat heating immediately and have it
checked by a qualified workshop.