SAFELOCK
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle may have a SAFELOCK mechanism.
If the vehicle is locked, SAFELOCK deactivates the door release levers and central locking button so that it becomes
more difficult to break into the vehicle. The doors can no longer be opened from the inside →
Activating SAFELOCK
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1. Press the button on the vehicle keyonce.
The vehicle is locked. SAFELOCK was activated.
Deactivating SAFELOCK
1. Press the button on the vehicle keytwice.
Or: Deactivate the interior monitoring function in the Infotainment system before locking the vehicle (→ Interior
monitoring system and anti-tow alarm).
2. In vehicles with the keyless locking and starting system Keyless Access:Tap the sensor on the outside of the
door handle again within two seconds (→ Keyless Access).
The vehicle is locked. SAFELOCK was not activated.
There may be an indication of the activated SAFELOCK in the display of the instrument cluster.
The following applies when SAFELOCK is deactivated:
—The vehicle can be unlocked and opened from the inside using the door release lever.
—The anti-theft alarm is active.
—The interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm are deactivated.
WARNING
Careless or unsupervised use of SAFELOCK can result in severe injuries.
● Never leave anybody in the vehicle if the vehicle has been locked using the vehicle key. The doors can no longer
be opened from the inside once the SAFELOCK is activated.
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