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Climate control

Controls

Switching on

Press any button except:

Residual heat

The heat stored in the engine is used to heat

the interior.

▷

Rear window defroster.

Left side of Air volume button.

Seat heating.

Functional requirement

▷

Up to 15 minutes after switching off the

engine.

Seat ventilation.

If necessary, SYNC program.

▷

Warm engine.

The battery is sufficiently charged.

External temperature below 77 ℉/25 ℃.

Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter

The microfilter removes dust and pollen from

the incoming air.

The availability of the function is shown on the

display of the automatic climate control.

The activated-charcoal filter removes gaseous

pollutants from the outside air that enters the

vehicle.

Switching on

1. Switch off the ignition.

This combined filter should be replaced during

scheduled maintenance, refer to page 201, of

your vehicle.

2.

Press the right side of the button

on the driver's side.

The symbol appears on the automatic cli‐

mate Control Display.

Ventilation

The interior temperature, air volume and air

distribution can be adjusted with the ignition

switched on.

Front ventilation

Switch off

At the lowest fan speed, press the left side of

the button on the driver's side.

The symbol on the display of the automatic

climate control flashes.

Switching the system on/off

Switch off

▷

Thumbwheels to vary the temperature in

the upper body region, arrow 1.

▷

Complete system:

Press and hold the left button on

the driver's side until the control

clicks off.

On the front passenger side:

Press and hold the left button on

the front passenger side.

Toward blue: colder.

Toward red: warmer.

The set interior temperature for the driver

and passenger are not changed.

▷

Lever for changing the air flow direction,

arrow 2.

Thumbwheels for opening and closing the

vents continuously, arrows 3.

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Climate control

Ventilation levels

Ventilation, side

▷

Draft-free ventilation:

Thumbwheel, arrow 3, in level

current is fanned out.

: the air

▷

Maximum air flow:

Thumbwheel, arrow 3, in level

is partially fanned out and partially bundled.

This maximizes the air supply.

▷

Direct ventilation:

Thumbwheel, arrow 3, in level

is bundled and can be directed to a specific

point.

: the air

▷

Thumbwheel for continuous opening and

closing of the vents, arrow 1.

Lever for changing the air flow direction,

arrow 2.

Adjusting the ventilation

▷

Ventilation for cooling:

Direct vent in your direction when vehicle's

interior is too hot.

Rear automatic climate

control

▷

Draft-free ventilation:

Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you.

At a glance

Ventilation in rear, center

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Temperature

AUTO program

Vent settings

▷

Thumbwheels to vary the temperature, ar‐

row 1.

Air flow, AUTO intensity

Display

Toward blue: colder.

Toward red: warmer.

Maximum cooling

Seat heatingꢀꢁ55

▷

Lever for changing the air flow direction,

arrow 2.

Thumbwheels for continuous opening and

closing of the vents, arrow 3.

Switching the rear automatic climate

control on/off

1. "Settings"

2. "Climate"

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3. "Rear climate"

Manual air distribution

The rear automatic climate control is not op‐

erational if the automatic climate control is

switched off or if the function for defrosting or

defogging the windows is active.

The air distribution can be adjusted to individ‐

ual needs.

Press button repeatedly to select a

program:

AUTO program

▷

Upper body region.

Upper body region and footwell.

Footwell.

Press button.

Air flow, air distribution, and tempera‐

ture are controlled automatically:

Air flow, manual

To manually adjust air flow turn off AUTO pro‐

gram first.

Depending on the selected temperature, the

AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air

is directed to the upper body and into the foot‐

well.

Press the left or right side of the but‐

ton: decrease or increase air flow.

The cooling function is switched on automati‐

cally with the AUTO program.

The selected air flow is shown on the display of

the automatic climate control.

Intensity of the AUTO program

With the AUTO program activated, the auto‐

matic intensity control can be changed:

Switching the system on/off

Switch off

Press the left or right side of the but‐

ton: decrease or increase the inten‐

sity.

Press and hold the left button.

The selected intensity is shown on the display

of the automatic climate control.

Switching on

Press any button except:

▷

Left side of Air volume button.

Seat heating.

Temperature

Turn the ring to set the desired

temperature.

Maximum cooling

Press button.

The system is set to the lowest tem‐

perature, maximum air flow and air circulation

mode.

The automatic climate control achieves this

temperature as quickly as possible, if needed

by using the maximum cooling or heating ca‐

pacity, and then keeps it constant.

Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re‐

gion. The vents need to be open for this.

Do not rapidly switch between different tem‐

perature settings. The automatic climate con‐

trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the

set temperature.

Air is cooled as quickly as possible:

▷

At an external temperature of approx.

32 ℉/0 ℃.

▷

When the engine is running.

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Climate control

The symbol on the automatic climate con‐

trol flashes when the system has been

switched on.

Parked-car ventilation

The concept

The system will only be switched on within the

next 24 hours. After that, it needs to be reacti‐

vated.

The parked-car ventilation ventilates the vehi‐

cle interior and lowers its temperature, if

needed.

Operation can be performed via iDrive.

Functional requirements

Parked-car ventilation

▷

Using the preset reel-on time or when op‐

erated directly: any external temperature.

Open the vents to allow air to flow out.

Switching on/off directly

On the Control Display:

1. "Settings"

2. "Climate"

3. "Activate comf. ventilation"

The symbol on the automatic climate con‐

trol flashes if the system is switched on.

The system continues to run for some time af‐

ter being switched off.

Preselecting the reel-on time

On the Control Display:

1. "Settings"

2. "Climate"

3. "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:"

4. Set the desired time.

Activating the reel-on time

On the Control Display:

1. "Settings"

2. "Climate"

3. "Activate timer 1" or "Activate timer 2"

The symbol on the automatic climate con‐

trol lights up when the reel-on time is acti‐

vated.

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Compatibility

Controls

Interior equipment

Vehicle features and options

If this symbol is printed on the packag‐

ing or in the instructions of the system

to be controlled, the system is gener‐

ally compatible with the universal garage door

opener.

This chapter describes all standard, country-

specific and optional features offered with the

series. It also describes features that are not

necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to

the selected options or country versions. This

also applies to safety-related functions and

systems. The respectively applicable country

provisions must be observed when using the

respective features and systems.

If you have any questions, please contact:

▷

Your service center.

on the Internet.

HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex

Corporation.

Universal Integrated Remote

Control

Control elements on the interior

rearview mirror

The concept

The universal garage door opener can operate

up to 3 functions of remote-controlled sys‐

tems such as garage door drives or lighting

systems. The universal garage door opener re‐

places up to 3 different hand-held transmitters.

To operate the remote control, the buttons on

the interior rearview mirror must be program‐

med with the desired functions. The hand-held

transmitter for the particular system is required

in order to program the remote control.

▷

LED, arrow 1.

Buttons, arrow 2.

During programming

The hand-held transmitter, arrow 3, is re‐

quired for programming.

During programming and before activat‐

ing a device using the universal garage door

opener, ensure that there are no people, ani‐

mals or objects in the area of the remote-con‐

trolled device; otherwise, there is a risk of in‐

jury or damage.

Programming

General information

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Initial setup:

Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-

held transmitter.◀

Press and hold the left and right button on

the interior rearview mirror simultaneously

for approximately 20 seconds until the LED

on the interior rearview mirror flashes. This

Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored

functions for the sake of security.

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erases all programming of the buttons on

the interior rearview mirror.

rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then

stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system

features an alternating-code system. Flashing

and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐

peat for approximately 20 seconds.

3. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐

tem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to

8 cm away from the buttons of the interior

rearview mirror. The required distance de‐

pends on the manual transmitter.

For systems with an alternating-code system,

the universal garage door opener and the sys‐

tem also have to be synchronized.

4. Simultaneously press and hold the button

of the desired function on the hand-held

transmitter and the button to be program‐

med on the interior rearview mirror. The

LED on the interior rearview mirror will be‐

gin flashing slowly.

Please read the operating manual to find out

how to synchronize the system.

Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a sec‐

ond person.

To synchronize:

5. Release both buttons as soon as the LED

flashes more rapidly. The LED flashing

faster indicates that the button on the inte‐

rior rearview mirror has been programmed.

1. Park the vehicle within range of the re‐

mote-controlled system.

2. Program the relevant button on the interior

rearview mirror as described.

If the LED does not flash faster after at

least 60 seconds, change the distance be‐

tween the interior rearview mirror and the

hand-held transmitter and repeat the step.

Several more attempts at different distan‐

ces may be necessary. Wait at least

15 seconds between attempts.

3. Locate and press the synchronizing button

on the system being programmed. You

have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.

4. Hold down the programmed button on the

interior rearview mirror for approximately

3 seconds and then release it. If necessary,

repeat this step up to three times in order

to finish synchronization. Once synchroni‐

zation is complete, the programmed func‐

tion will be carried out.

Canada: if programming with the hand-

held transmitter was interrupted, hold

down the interior rearview mirror button

and repeatedly press and release the

hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐

onds.

Reprogramming individual buttons

6. To program other functions on other but‐

tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Press and hold the interior rearview mirror

button to be programmed.

The systems can be controlled using the inte‐

rior rearview mirror buttons.

3. As soon as the interior rearview mirror LED

starts flashing slowly, hold the hand-held

transmitter for the system to be controlled

approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the

buttons of the interior rearview mirror. The

required distance depends on the manual

transmitter.

Special feature of the alternating-

code wireless system

If you are unable to operate the system after

repeated programming, please check if the

system to be controlled features an alternat‐

ing-code system.

Read the system's operating manual, or press

the programmed button on the interior rear‐

view mirror longer. If the LED on the interior

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4. Likewise, press and hold the button of the

desired function on the hand-held trans‐

mitter.

proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes

rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The

functions cannot be deleted individually.

5. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐

rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐

idly. The LED flashing faster indicates that

the button on the interior rearview mirror

has been programmed. The system can

then be controlled by the button on the in‐

terior rearview mirror.

Sun visor

Glare shield

Fold the sun visor down or up.

Vanity mirror

If the LED does not flash faster after at

least 60 seconds, change the distance and

repeat the step. Several more attempts at

different distances may be necessary. Wait

at least 15 seconds between attempts.

A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be‐

hind a cover. When the cover is opened, the

mirror lighting switches on.

Canada: if programming with the hand-

held transmitter was interrupted, hold

down the interior rearview mirror button

and repeatedly press and release the

hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐

onds.

Ashtray/cigarette lighter

Manual transmission: Front

Opening

Controls

Before operation

Before operating a system using the uni‐

versal garage door opener, ensure that there

are no people, animals, or objects within the

range of movement of the remote-controlled

system; otherwise, there is a risk of injury or

damage.

Press on the cover.

Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-

held transmitter.◀

Emptying

Take out the insert.

The system, such as the garage door, can be

operated using the button on the interior rear‐

view mirror while the engine is running or when

the ignition is started. To do this, hold down

the button within receiving range of the system

until the function is activated. The interior rear‐

view mirror LED stays lit while the wireless sig‐

nal is being transmitted.

Lighter

Push in the lighter.

The lighter can be removed as

soon as it pops back out.

Deleting stored functions

Press and hold the left and right button on the

interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐

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Danger of burns

Push in the lighter.

Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐

erwise, there is a danger of getting burned.

The lighter can be removed as

soon as it pops back out.

Switch off the ignition and take the remote

control with you when leaving the vehicle so

that children cannot use the lighter and burn

themselves.◀

Danger of burns

Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐

erwise, there is a danger of getting burned.

Replace the cover after use

Switch off the ignition and take the remote

control with you when leaving the vehicle so

that children cannot use the lighter and burn

themselves.◀

Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after

use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter

socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀

Replace the cover after use

M double-clutch transmission: Front

Opening

Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after

use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter

socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀

Rear

Opening

Press on the cover.

Emptying

Take out the insert.

Press on the cover.

Lighter

Emptying

Take out the insert.

Press on the cover.

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Lighter

Sockets

General information

The lighter socket can be used as a socket for

electrical equipment while the engine is run‐

ning or when the ignition is switched on.

Note

The total load of all sockets must not exceed

140 watts at 12 volts.

Push in the lighter.

Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable

connectors.

The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops

back out.

Front center console: manual

transmission

Danger of burns

Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐

erwise, there is a danger of getting burned.

Take the remote control with you when leaving

the vehicle so that children cannot use the

lighter and burn themselves.◀

Replace the cover after use

Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after

use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter

socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀

Press on the cover.

Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.

Connecting electrical

devices

Front center console: M double-clutch

transmission

Hints

Do not connect charging devices to the

12 volt socket in the vehicle

Do not connect battery chargers to the fac‐

tory-installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as

this may damage the vehicle battery due to an

increased power consumption.◀

Replace the cover after use

Press on the cover.

Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after

use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter

socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀

Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.

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Center armrest

USB interface for data

transfer

The concept

Connection for importing and exporting data

on USB devices, e.g.:

▷

Personal Profile settings, refer to page 35.

Music collection, see user's manual for

Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐

cation.

Remove the cover.

Hints

Rear center console

Observe the following when connecting:

▷

Do not use force when plugging the con‐

nector into the USB interface.

▷

Do not connect devices such as fans or

lights to the USB interface.

▷

Do not connect USB hard drives.

Do not use the USB interface for recharg‐

ing external devices.

With navigation system Professional

or TV: at a glance

Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.

In the front passenger footwell

The USB interface is located in the center arm‐

rest.

Socket is located below the glove compart‐

ment.

To access the socket: fold open the cover.

Through-loading system

The concept

In the cargo area

The cargo area can be enlarged by folding

down the rear seat backrest.

The socket is located in the cover of the load‐

ing lip.

To access the socket: fold open the cover.

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The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts

at a ratio of 60 to 40.

and are in an upright position. Otherwise, the

head restraint and screen could be damaged.◀

The sides can be folded down separately or to‐

gether.

1. Unlock the belt lock of the center safety

belt in the rear using the latch plate of an‐

other safety belt.

Hints

2. Insert the latch plate at the end of the belt

into the specially designated fixture on the

rear window shelf.

Danger of jamming

Before folding down the rear seat back‐

rests, ensure that the area of movement of the

backrests is clear. In particular, ensure that no

one is located in or reaches into the area of

movement of the rear seat backrests when the

middle section is folded down. Otherwise, in‐

jury or damage may result.◀

Ensuring the stability of the child seat

When installing child restraint systems,

make sure that the child seat is securely fas‐

tened to the backrest of the seat. Angle and

headrest of the backrest might need to be ad‐

justed or possibly be removed. Make sure that

all backrests are securely locked. Otherwise

the stability of the child seat can be affected,

and there is an increased risk of injury because

of unexpected movement of the seat back‐

rest.◀

3. Push the corresponding head restraint

down as far as it will go.

4. Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo

area to release the rear seat backrest.

Opening

Move the front seats to an upright posi‐

tion

Before folding down the rear backrests, ensure

that the front seats are moved forward slightly

5. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves

forward slightly.

6. Fold backrest forward.

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4. Load the ski bag. If necessary, wrap the

sharp edges of the skis.

Closing

1. Return the rear seat backrest to the upright

seating position and engage it.

5. Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle.

Ensure that the lock is securely en‐

gaged

Make sure that the lock engages properly

when folding back, otherwise transported

cargo could enter the car's interior during

braking or evasive maneuvers and endan‐

ger the vehicle's occupants.◀

2. Release the belt tongue from the fixture on

the rear window shelf.

6. Tighten the retaining strap.

3. Insert the belt tongue in the belt lock of the

center safety belt. Make sure you hear the

latch plate engage.

To secure cargo, refer to page 175, with nets

or draw straps, the cargo area is fitted with

lashing eyes.

Ski bag

Securing the ski bag

Capacity

Secure the ski bag by tightening the re‐

taining strap; otherwise, the contents could

present a source of danger to the passengers,

for example during braking or evasive maneu‐

vers.◀

The ski bag can be used to transport up to four

pairs of skis with a length of up to 6 ft/2.10 m

or, depending on the binding, up to two snow‐

boards with a length of up to 5 ft/1.60 m.

Preparing and loading the ski bag

Removing the ski bag

1. Fold open the center armrest on the inside.

The ski bag can be removed entirely, e.g., to

dry quickly or to use other inserts.

2. Open the inside cover and cargo area by

pressing the button.

3. Lay out the ski bag.

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1. Pull the handle forward and lift the ski bag

out.

2. Close the cover in the cargo area.

More information on the various inserts availa‐

ble can be obtained from your service center.

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