In brief
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Activate the anti-theft alarm
system.
The engine cooling fans may run
after the engine has been
switched off 3 230.
If the vehicle is on a downhill
slope, engage reverse gear or
set the selector lever to position
P before removing the ignition
key or switching off ignition on
vehicles with power button.
Turn the front wheels towards
the kerb.
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Caution
After running at high engine
speeds or with high engine loads,
operate the engine briefly at a low
load or run in neutral for
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Close the windows and the
sunroof.
Remove the ignition key from
the ignition switch or switch off
ignition on vehicles with power
button. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering wheel lock is
felt to engage.
For vehicles with automatic
transmission, the key can only
be removed when the selector
lever is in position P.
approx. 30 seconds before
switching off, in order to protect
the turbocharger.
Electronic key system 3 22.
Laying the vehicle up for a long period
of time 3 229.
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Lock the vehicle by pressing the
button on the door handle or
button e on the remote control.