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Central locking

Description

The central locking system enables you to lock and unlock all

the doors and the tailgate from one point.

Central locking can be activated using any of the following options:

• the key, by inserting it into the driver's door cylinder and rotating manu-

ally,

• the central locking button, (electronic control) in the passenger compart-

ment ⇒ page 95,

• the radio frequency remote control, using the buttons on the key

⇒ page 98.

Various functions are available to improve the vehicle security:

- Locking system “Safe”

- Auto-locking to prevent involuntary unlocking

- Automatic speed dependent locking and unlocking system

- Emergency unlocking system

Note

For anti-theft security, only the driver's door is fitted with a lock cylinder.

Safety system “Safe”

This is an anti-theft device consisting of a double lock for the

door locks and a deactivation function for the boot in order to

make forced entry more difficult.

Activation

The “safe” system is activated when the vehicle is locked using the key or the

remote control.

To activate this system with the key, rotate the key once in the door lock

cylinder in the locking direction.

To activate the system using the remote control, press the lock button on the

remote once.

When this system is activated, it is not possible to open the doors normally,

from the outside or the inside. The boot/tailgate may not be opened. The

central locking button does not work.

Voluntary deactivation

The “Safe” system can be deactivated voluntarily by the user.

This is done by locking two times in quick succession (in under 2 seconds).

This double locking can be executed using the key or the remote control.

Using the key, rotate the lock cylinder twice in the locking direction.

To activate the system using the remote control, press the lock button on the

remote twice.

When the “Safe” system is deactivated, the alarm volumetric sensor is also

deactivated.

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When the “Safe” system is deactivated, the doors are locked using the simple

locking system, meaning that they may be opened from the interior but not

from the exterior.

Involuntary deactivation

The methods described for deactivation of the “Safe” system may be

executed involuntarily (for example, if we press the button because we

want to lock the vehicle, and it locks as a result, however, we are not sure that

it is locked and we press the button once more within 2 seconds, we will have

deactivated the “Safe” system).

Deactivation when opening

To deactivate the system on opening, see “Selective unlocking system*”.

“Safe” status

On the front left hand side door, there is a light indicator visible from the

outside of the vehicle that indicates the “Safe” system status.

We can see that the “Safe” system is activated, by the flashing of the light

indicator . The indicator will flash on all vehicles, whether they are fitted with

an alarm or not, and until the vehicle is unlocked.

We can see that the “Safe” system is deactivated, when the light indicator

flashes about seven times and turns off. If the vehicle is not fitted with an

alarm then it remains off. If the vehicle is fitted with an alarm, once 28

seconds have passed since the indicator is switched off, it will start to flash

again and continue until the vehicle is unlocked once more.

Remember:

Safe activated with or without alarm: Continuous flashing of the indicator.

Safe deactivated without alarm: The indicator flashes about seven times and

turns off.

Safe deactivated with alarm: The indicator flashes seven times, turns off and

then continues to flash after 28 seconds.

WARNING

No one should remain in the vehicle if the “Safe” deadlock mechanism has

been activated. It is not possible to open the doors from the inside or the

outside and this would make any outside intervention difficult in case of

emergency. Danger of death. People could become trapped inside in an

emergency.

Selective unlocking system*

This system allows for unlocking only the driver's door, or all

the vehicle.

Driver's door unlock button

This is done by a simple unlocking (once). This can be done with the key or

the remote control.

With the key, rotate the key once in the lock cylinder in the unlock direction.

The driver's door will be released from the “Safe” system and unlocked and

may be opened. Once the door is opened, 15 seconds remain for turning on

the ignition, in which moment, the “Safe” system will be deactivated on the

remaining doors and the light indicator will be turned off. For vehicles fitted

with an alarm, this system is deactivated.

Using the remote control, press the unlock button on the remote once. The

“Safe” system is deactivated for all the vehicle, only the driver's door is

unlocked for opening, the alarm is turned off as is the light indicator.

Unlocking all doors and the boot

So that all the doors and the boot can be opened, the unlock button on

the remote must be pressed twice.

The button must be pressed twice in under 2 seconds and this will deactivate

the “Safe” system for all the vehicle, all doors will be unlocked and the boot

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will be activated. The indicator will be turned off as will be the alarm for those

vehicles fitted with one.

Unlocking the boot

See ⇒ page 98 and ⇒ page 102.

Locking system for involuntary unlocking

This is an anti-theft system and will avoid situations where

the vehicle is opened unintentionally.

The vehicle will be re-locked automatically, if it is unlocked and neither the

boot or any of the doors are opened within 30 seconds. This function

prevents the vehicle from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is

pressed by mistake.

Automatic speed dependent locking and unlocking system*

This is a safety system to prevent access to the vehicle from

the exterior when the vehicle is in transit (for example, when

stopped at a traffic light).

Locking

The doors and the boot are automatically locked when vehicle speed exceeds

15 km/h.

If the vehicle is stopped and one of the doors is opened, when the vehicle

moves off again and exceeds a speed of 15 km/h the unlocked door(s) will be

locked once more.

Unlocking

The driver's door automatically unlocks when the key is removed from the

ignition.

Each door may be unlocked and opened from the interior (for example when

a passenger gets out). For this, simply operate the lever on the inside of the

door.

WARNING

When the vehicle is in motion, the internal door release levers should not

be operated, this could cause a door to open.

Emergency unlocking system

The entire vehicle is unlocked if the airbags are triggered during an accident,

except for the boot. It is possible to lock the vehicle from inside using the

central locking, after turning the ignition off and back on again.

If the doors must be locked from the outside, see “Manually locking the

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Emergency manual locking

This permits mechanical locking of the doors in case of

central locking system failure.

Locking the driver's door manually

Insert the key in the door lock cylinder and rotate in a clockwise direction for

the left hand side door and anti-clockwise for the right hand side door.

Once the door has been closed it can no longer be opened from the outside.

Manual (emergency) locking of the remaining doors

Open the door and remove the cap ⇒ fig. 58 printed with a lock image.

This will expose a circular element with a groove in the centre. Insert the key

into the groove and rotate the element clockwise for the right hand side doors

and anticlockwise for the left hand side doors.

Replace the cap and close the door. Once the door has been closed it can no

longer be opened from the outside.

Unlocking the manually (emergency) locked driver's door

Insert the key in the door lock cylinder and rotate anti-clockwise for the left

hand side doors and clockwise for the right hand side doors.

The door lock is released and the door may be opened using the exterior door

handle.

Unlocking the remaining manually (emergency) locked doors

First the driver's door must be unlocked to gain entry to the vehicle. Operate

the internal door handle for the required door. If the child safety lock is acti-

vated on the rear doors, when the interior door release lever is operated the

door is unlocked but does not open. The exterior door handle may now be

used to open the door.

Note

Once the vehicle is open, if you wish to lock it manually (emergency locking),

repeat the previous instructions.

Fig. 58 Locking the doors

manually

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Central locking button

The vehicle can be locked and unlocked from the inside using

the central locking button.

Locking the vehicle

– Press the button ⇒ .

Unlocking the doors

– Press the button .

The central locking button is still operative when the ignition is switched off.

Except, if the "safe" security system is activated.

Please note the following when you use the central locking button to lock your

vehicle:

• It will not be possible to open the doors or the tailgate from the outside

(this may offer extra safety, for instance when stopped at traffic lights).

• The driver's door cannot be locked if it is open. This prevents you from

locking yourself out of the vehicle.

• Repeated operation of the central locking will deactivate the central

locking button for 30 seconds. Once this time has passed, the button may be

used once more.

• There is a danger that the key may remain inside the vehicle, if the vehicle

is locked using the central locking button when the driver's door is closed

and, for example, the passenger door open. If this door is closed, then the

keys will remain inside the vehicle.

• All doors may be locked separately from inside the car. Do this by pulling

the door release lever once.

WARNING

• If the vehicle is locked, children and disabled people may be trapped

inside.

• The central locking button is not operative in the following cases.

• When the vehicle is locked from the outside (using the remote or the

key).

• While the ignition is not activated after unlocking the door lock cylinder

with the key.

Note

• Vehicle locked, button amber colour

• Vehicle unlocked, button red

Fig. 59 Detail of rear left

door central locking

button

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Childproof locks

The childproof lock prevents the rear doors being opened

from the inside. This system prevents minors from opening a

door accidentally while the vehicle is moving.

This function is independent of the electronic opening and locking

systems of the vehicle. It only affects the rear doors. It is only

possible to activate it and deactivate it manually, as described

below:

Activating the childproof lock

– Unlock the car and open the door you wish to child-proof.

– With the door open, rotate the groove in the door using the igni-

tion key, clockwise for the left hand side doors, and anti-clock-

wise for the right hand side doors ⇒ fig. 60, ⇒ fig. 61.

Deactivating the childproof lock

– Unlock the car and open the door for which you wish to deacti-

vate the childproof lock.

– With the door open, rotate the groove in the door using the igni-

tion key clockwise for the right hand side doors and anti-clock-

wise for the left hand side doors ⇒ fig. 60, ⇒ fig. 61.

When the childproof lock is activated, the door can be opened from the

outside only. The childproof lock can be activated and deactivated using the

key in the groove when the door is open, as described above.

Fig. 60 Child safety lock

on the left hand side door

Fig. 61 Child safety lock

on the right hand side

door

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Keys

Key set

The set of keys includes a remote control, a key without a

remote control and a key tab with the number of the key.

The key set belonging to your vehicle consists of the following items:

• one remote control key ⇒ fig. 62 with folding key bit,

• one key without remote control ,

• one key tab with the key number.

Plastic key tab

Spare keys cannot be issued without the key number on the key tab ⇒ fig. 62

. Therefore:

• Always keep the key tab in a safe place.

• Never leave the key tab in the vehicle.

If you sell the vehicle, please give the plastic key tab to the new owner.

Duplicate keys

If you need a replacement key, take your key tab to an Authorised Service

Centre.

WARNING

• Incorrect use of the keys can result in critical injuries.

• Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle; in case of emer-

gency they may not be able to leave the vehicle or look after themselves.

• Unsupervised use of a key could mean that the engine is started or that

electrical equipment is used (e.g. electric windows). Risk of accident. The

doors can be locked using the remote control key. This could result in

people being trapped in the vehicle in an emergency.

• Never leave any of the vehicle keys in the vehicle. Unauthorised use of

your vehicle could result in injury, damage or theft. Always take the key

with you when you leave the vehicle.

• Never remove the key from the ignition if the vehicle is in motion. Risk

of accident. The steering lock could engage suddenly, and you would not be

able to steer the vehicle.

Caution

There are electronic components in the key and remote control. Protect the

keys from moisture and excessive vibration.

Fig. 62 Set of keys

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Radio frequency remote control

Locking and unlocking the vehicle

The remote control key can be used to lock and unlock the

vehicle from a distance.

Using the button ⇒ fig. 63 (arrow) on the control, the key shaft is released.

Unlocking the vehicle ⇒ fig. 63 . The doors and the tailgate are

unlocked.

Locking the vehicle ⇒ fig. 63 .

Unlocking the tailgate. Press the button ⇒ fig. 63 until all indicators

on the vehicle briefly flash. When the unlocking button is pressed, 2

minutes remain for opening the door. Once this time has passed, it will lock

once more.

Also, the battery indicator on the key ⇒ fig. 63, will flash.

The remote control transmitter and the batteries are integrated in the key. The

receiver is in the interior of the vehicle. The maximum range of the remote

control depends on various conditions. The range is progressively reduced as

the batteries lose power.

Selective unlocking*

When the button is pressed once the driver's door is unlocked, all

others remain locked.

Fig. 63 Assignment of

buttons on the remote

control key

Fig. 64 Range of the

remote control

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Press the button twice to unlock all doors.

WARNING

• Incorrect use of the key can result in critical injuries.

• Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle; in case of emer-

gency they may not be able to leave the vehicle or look after themselves.

• Never leave any of the vehicle keys in the vehicle. This could result in

serious injuries, accidents or the theft of your vehicle. Always take the key

with you when you leave the vehicle.

• Unsupervised use of a key could mean that the engine is started or that

electrical equipment is used (e.g. electric windows). Risk of accident. The

vehicle can be locked using the remote control key. This could result in

people being trapped in the vehicle in an emergency.

Note

• The radio-frequency remote control can also be programmed so that only

the driver's door is unlocked the first time that the unlocking button on the

radio frequency remote control key is pressed. When the button is pressed

once more, all doors and the tailgate will be unlocked.

• The remote control functions only when you are in range ⇒ page 98,

fig. 64 (red area).

• If the vehicle is unlocked using the button, the vehicle will be

locked again automatically if any of the doors or the tailgate are not opened

within 30 seconds of unlocking the vehicle. This function prevents the vehicle

from remaining unlocked if the unlocking button is pressed by mistake.

• If the vehicle cannot be opened and closed using the remote control, the

remote control key will have to be re-synchronised ⇒ page 100.

Changing the battery

If the battery indicator ⇒ fig. 65 does not flash when the buttons are pushed,

the battery must be replaced.

Caution

Use of inappropriate batteries may damage the radio frequency remote

control. For this reason, always replace the dead battery with another of the

same size and power.

For the sake of the environment

The flat batteries must be disposed of in accordance with regulations

governing the protection of the environment.

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Fig. 65 Battery indicator

in the remote control key

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Synchronising the remote control key

– Use both keys that have been delivered with the vehicle

⇒ page 97, fig. 62, the key fitted with the remote control and

the normal key .

– Unlock the vehicle from the driver side door using the key

without the remote.

– Turn the ignition ON using the key without the remote control.

– Lock the vehicle using the driver side door lock with the remote

control key ⇒ page 98, fig. 63.

– The following operations must be carried out within a maximum

time of 30 seconds.

– Press the button once for locking on the remote control, the

indicators will flash.

– Press the button for more than two seconds for unlocking on

the remote control.

– The key will have been programmed and the vehicle will unlock,

confirming at the same time the synchronisation.

It is possible that the vehicle could no longer be opened and closed with the

remote control if the button is repeatedly pressed outside of the effective

range of the radio frequency remote control. In this case, the remote control

key will have to be resynchronised.

Spare remote control keys are available from Authorised Service Centres,

which must be synchronized on the premises.

Up to eight remote control keys can be used.

Anti-theft alarm system*

Description of anti-theft alarm system*

The anti-theft alarm triggers an alarm if unauthorised move-

ments are detected in the vehicle.

The anti-theft alarm makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle or steal

it. Audible and visible alarms are triggered if the car is opened using the

mechanical key, or if unauthorised access is gained to the vehicle.

The anti-theft alarm system is automatically switched on when the vehicle is

locked. The system is then primed.

When does the system trigger an alarm?

The system triggers an alarm if the following unauthorised actions are carried

out when the car is locked:

• Mechanical opening of the vehicle with the vehicle key

• Opening a door

• Opening the bonnet

• Opening the tailgate

• Switching on the ignition

• Movements in the vehicle

• Undue manipulation of the alarm

• Battery handling

The horn is sounded and the turn signals flash for approx. 30 seconds. This

may be repeated up to 10 times depending on the country.

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Opening the doors mechanically (emergency opening)

If the remote control function fails, you will have to use the key to unlock the

car. This is done as follows:

• Unfold the key by pressing the button shown by the ⇒ page 99, fig. 65

(arrow).

• Use the lock on the driver door to unlock the vehicle. The anti-theft alarm

system remains active, but an alarm is not triggered immediately.

• Switch on the ignition within 15 seconds. When the ignition is switched

on, the electronic immobiliser recognises a valid vehicle key and deactivates

the anti-theft alarm system. If you do not switch on the ignition within 15

seconds, the alarm is triggered.

How is the alarm switched off?

When the vehicle is unlocked via the unlocking button of the remote control

or when the key is inserted in the ignition lock.

Note

• If, after the alarm goes off, access is gained to a second secured zone

(e.g. the tailgate is opened after a door has been opened), the warning signal

is triggered again.

• Vehicle monitoring remains active even if the battery is disconnected or

not working for any reason.

• The alarm is triggered immediately if one of the battery cables is discon-

nected while the alarm system is active.

Interior monitoring system*

Deactivating interior monitor

– Open the driver's door and press the button to deactivate

the interior monitoring system. A lamp in the button lights up.

– Lock the vehicle within 30 seconds. The interior monitoring

system will be switched off until the next time the vehicle is

locked.

The interior monitoring system will be switched on automatically with the

anti-theft alarm. All of the doors and the tailgate must be closed to activate

the sensor of the interior monitoring system.

The interior monitor should be switched off, if for example animals are left in

the locked vehicle. Their movements could otherwise trigger an alarm.

Fig. 66 Button for deacti-

vating the interior moni-

toring system

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WARNING

For those vehicles in which a separate sunblind is fitted in the passenger

compartment, the alarm will not function correctly due to interference with

the sensor.

Tailgate

Opening and locking

The operation of the tailgate opening system is electric. It is

activated by using the handle on the tailgate.

Opening the tailgate

– Pull on the release lever and lift the tailgate ⇒ fig. 67. The tail-

gate will then open.

Closing the tailgate

– Grip the tailgate by one of the two handles on the interior lining

and close it, pushing lightly.

The system may or may not operate depending on the situation of the vehicle.

If the tailgate is locked then it cannot be opened, however if it is unlocked

then the opening system is operative and the boot may be opened.

To change the locked/unlocked status, operate the button or the key

of the remote control key.

A warning appears in the instrument panel if the tailgate is open or not prop-

erly closed*. An audible warning is also given if the tailgate is opened while

the vehicle is moving faster than 6 km/h*.

Fig. 67 Tailgate: Opening

from the outside

Fig. 68 Detail of the tail-

gate inner trim: recessed

handle for closing the tail-

gate

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WARNING

• Always close the tailgate properly. Risk of accident or injury.

• The tailgate must not be opened when the reverse or rear fog lights are

lit. This may damage the lighting units.

• Do not close the tailgate by pushing it down with your hand on the

window. The glass could shatter, with the consequent risk of injury.

• Ensure the tailgate is locked after closing. If not, it may open unexpect-

edly while driving.

• Never allow children to play in or around the vehicle. A locked vehicle

can be subjected to extremely high and low temperatures, depending on

the time of year. This could cause serious injuries/illness. It could even

have fatal consequences. Close and lock both the tailgate and all the other

doors when you are not using the vehicle.

• Never close the tailgate without observing and ensuring it is clear, to do

otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others. Make sure that no

one is in the path of the tailgate.

• Never drive with the tailgate open or half-closed, exhaust gasses may

penetrate into the interior of the vehicle. Danger of poisoning!

• If only the boot is opened then do not leave the key inside. The vehicle

may not be opened if the key is left inside.

Emergency opening

This allows the vehicle to be opened if the central locking

does not operate (for example if the battery is flat).

There is a groove in the boot allowing access to the emergency

opening mechanism.

Opening the tailgate from inside the luggage compartment

– Insert the key bit in the groove and unlock the locking system,

turning the key from right to left, as shown by the arrow

⇒ fig. 69.

Fig. 69 Tailgate: emer-

gency opening

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Windows

Opening or closing the windows electrically

The front and rear electric windows can be operated using the

controls in the driver's door.

Opening and closing the windows

– Press the button to open a window.

– Pull button to close a window ⇒ .

Always close the windows fully if you park the vehicle or leave it unattended

⇒ .

You can use the electric windows for approx. 10 minutes after switching off

the ignition if neither the driver door nor the front passenger door has been

opened and the key has not been removed from the ignition.

Buttons in the driver door

Button for window in front left door

Button for window in front right door

Buttons for rear windows*

Safety switch for deactivating the electric window buttons in the rear

doors

Button for window in rear left door

Button for window in rear right door

Safety switch *

Safety switch in the driver door can be used to disable the electric window

buttons in the rear doors.

Safety switch not pushed in: the buttons in the rear doors are enabled.

Safety switch pushed in: the buttons in the rear doors are disabled.

WARNING

• Incorrect use of the electric windows can result in injury.

• Never close the tailgate without observing and ensuring it is clear, to do

otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others. Make sure that no

one is in the path of a window.

• Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.

• Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if

they have access to the keys. Unsupervised use of a key could mean that

the engine is started or that electrical equipment is used (e.g. electric

windows). Risk of accident. The doors can be locked using the remote

control key. This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle in an

emergency.

• The electric windows will work until the key has been removed from the

ignition and one of the front doors has been opened.

Fig. 70 Section of the

driver door: controls for

the front and rear

windows

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• If necessary, use the safety switch to disable the rear electric windows.

Make sure that they have been disabled.

Note

If the window is not able to close because it is stiff or because of an obstruc-

tion, the window will automatically open again ⇒ page 105. If this happens,

check why the window could not be closed before attempting to close it

again.

One-touch opening and closing

One-touch opening and closing means you do not have to

hold down the button.

Automatic closing (only the front side windows)

– Pull up the button for the window briefly to the second position.

The window closes fully.

One-touch opening

– Push down the button for the window briefly to the second posi-

tion. The window opens fully.

Reset the automatic closing function for the front side windows and

the automatic opening for all windows

– Close all windows.

– Use the key to lock the vehicle from outside and hold the key in

the lock position for at least one second. The one-touch function

is now ready for operation.

The buttons ⇒ page 104, fig. 70 and have two levels for opening the

window and two for closing it. This makes it easier to open or close windows

to the desired position.

One-touch closing does not work when the ignition has been switched off,

even if the key is in the ignition.

The automatic open and close function will not work if the battery has been

temporarily disconnected, or if the battery is flat. The function then has to be

reactivated.

The one-touch function and roll-back function will not work if there is a

malfunction in the electric windows. Contact an Authorised Service Centre.

Roll-back function

The windows have a roll-back function. This reduces the risk

of injuries when the windows are closing.

• If a window is obstructed when closing automatically, the window stops

at this point and lowers immediately ⇒ .

• If this happens, check immediately (within 10 seconds) why the window

could not be closed before attempting to close it again. After 10 seconds the

normal automatic function resumes.

• If the window is still obstructed, the window stops at this point.

• If there is no obvious reason why the window cannot be closed, try to

close it again within five seconds.

If you wait longer than 10 / 5 seconds, the window will open fully when you

operate one of the buttons. One-touch closing is reactivated.

WARNING (continued)

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The one-touch function and roll-back function will not work if there is a

malfunction in the electric windows. Contact an Authorised Service Centre.

WARNING

• Incorrect use of the electric windows can result in injury.

• Always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you only

intend to be gone for a short time. Please ensure that children are never left

unsupervised in the vehicle.

• The electric windows will work until the key has been removed from the

ignition and one of the front doors has been opened.

• Never close the tailgate without observing and ensuring it is clear, to do

otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others. Make sure that no

one is in the path of a window.

• Never allow people to remain in the vehicle when you close the vehicle

from the outside. The windows cannot be opened even in an emergency.

Note

The roll-back function is deactivated if the windows are closed from the

outside of the vehicle using the ignition key for convenience closing

⇒ page 106.

Convenience opening and closing*

Using the door lock

– Hold the key in the door lock of the driver door in either the

locking or the unlocking position until all windows are either

opened or closed.

– Release the key to interrupt this function.

Sliding/tilting roof*

Opening and closing the sliding/tilting roof

The sliding/tilting sunroof is opened and closed using the

rotary button when the ignition is switched on.

Closing the sliding/tilting sunroof

– Turn the rotary button to position ⇒ fig. 71 ⇒ .

Opening/tilting the sliding/tilting sunroof

– Turn the rotary button to position . The sunroof opens to the

convenience position where wind noise is reduced.

– To open the roof further, turn the switch to position and hold

the switch in this position until the roof opens to the desired

position.

Fig. 71 Detail of the

sunroof: rotary button for

sliding/tilting sunroof

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Safety First Handling instructions Tips and Maintenance Technical Data

Tilting the sliding/tilting sunroof

– Turn the rotary button to position .

Always close the sliding/tilting roof fully if you park the vehicle or leave it

unattended ⇒ .

The sliding/tilting sunroof can be operated for up to about ten minutes after

the ignition has been switched off, provided the driver door and the front

passenger door are not opened.

Sunroof blind

The sunroof blind is opened together with the sliding/tilting roof. If required,

it can be closed by hand when the sunroof is closed.

WARNING

• Incorrect use of the sliding/tilting sunroof can result in injury.

• Never close the sliding/tilting sunroof without observing and ensuring

it is clear, to do otherwise could cause serious injury to you and others.

Make sure that no one is in the path of the sliding/tilting sunroof.

• Always take the vehicle key with you when you leave the vehicle.

• Never leave children or disabled persons in the vehicle, particularly if

they have access to the keys. Unsupervised use of a key could mean that

the engine is started or that electrical equipment is used (e.g. electric

sliding/tilting sunroof). Risk of accident! The doors can be locked using the

remote control key. This could result in people being trapped in the vehicle

in an emergency.

• The sliding/tilting sunroof continues to function until one of the front

doors is opened and the key removed from the ignition.

Convenience closing*

Using the door lock

– Hold the key in the door lock of the driver's door in the locking

position until the sliding/tilting sunroof is closed.

– Release the key to interrupt this function.

Note

The sliding/tilting sunroof rotary button remains in the last position selected

if the roof is closed using convenience closing from outside the vehicle and

will have to be re-positioned the next time you drive.

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Roll-back function of the sliding/tilting roof*

The sliding/tilting roof has a roll-back function which prevents larger objects

getting trapped when the roof is closed. The roll-back function does not

prevent fingers getting pinched against the roof opening. The sliding/tilting

sunroof stops and opens again immediately if it is obstructed when closing.

If the sliding/tilting roof has been opened again by the roll-back function, it

can be closed only by pressing the rotary button at the front in position

⇒ fig. 72 until the sliding/tilting roof has closed fully. Please note that the

sunroof will now close without the roll-back function.

Operation in the event of a breakdown

In the event of a breakdown, the sunroof may be closed manually.

• Remove the plastic cover by inserting a screwdriver in the rear section.

• Remove the lever from the cover fastening, insert it in the opening as far

as possible (pushing against the spring) and close the sliding roof.

• Fit the lever back into position.

Fig. 72 Detail of the

sunroof: rotary button for

sliding/tilting sunroof

Fig. 73 Emergency

closing handle

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