Doors and central locking button
Introduction to the topic
If the vehicle key or central locking fails, the doors can be locked manually and, in some cases,
also unlocked manually.
The central locking system enables you to centrally lock and unlock all the doors, the boot lid and
the charging socket flap of the vehicle.
The vehicle can be locked only if the ignition has been switched off or the driver has deactivated
the electric drive before leaving the vehicle.
A symbol in the instrument cluster display indicates if one or more doors are not closed properly
(→ Displays, Description). Do not drive on! Open the appropriate door and then close it again.
This symbol is also visible when the ignition is switched off and will go out a few seconds after
the vehicle has been locked when all doors are closed.
WARNING
Any door that is not properly closed could open suddenly while the vehicle is in motion. This
could lead to severe injuries.
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Stop as soon as possible and close the door.
Ensure that the door is closed properly and that the lock has engaged. The closed door must
be flush with the surrounding body panels.
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Doors should only be opened or closed when you are sure there is no-one in their path.
WARNING
Any door being held open by the door arrester could close unexpectedly in strong winds or if
the vehicle is on a slope. This could lead to injuries.
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Always keep a good grip on the handle when opening and closing doors.
WARNING
The opening/closing paths of the doors and boot lid are potential danger areas where injury can
occur.
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The doors and boot lid should therefore be opened or closed only when you are sure that
nobody is in their path.
WARNING
Careless locking of the doors can cause serious injuries.
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If the vehicle is locked from the outside, the doors and electric windows cannot be opened
from the inside.
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The central locking system locks all doors. Locking the vehicle from the inside can prevent
accidental opening of the doors and unauthorised persons from entering the vehicle.
However, locked doors can delay assistance to passengers inside the vehicle in the event of
an accident or emergency.
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Never leave children or people requiring assistance alone in the vehicle. All doors can be
locked from the inside using the central locking button. This may mean that people lock
themselves in the vehicle. People locked in the vehicle may be subjected to very high or very
low temperatures.
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Temperatures inside a locked vehicle may be extremely hot or cold depending on the
season. This can cause serious injuries and illness or fatalities, especially among small
children.
Never leave anyone inside a locked vehicle. People in the vehicle could become trapped in an
emergency and may not be able to get themselves to safety.
NOTICE
When carrying out manual opening or closing, remove parts carefully and install them again
correctly in order to avoid damage to the vehicle.
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