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The sunroof is not completely open in the com- fort position. This reduces the wind noises in the interior.
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1. Fold back the cover, using the screwdriver
from the toolkit at the points indicated if necessary, refer to page 243.
Each time the panorama glass sunroof is com- pletely opened or closed, it stops in the comfort position. If desired, continue the motion follow- ing this with the switch.
Pinch protection system If the panorama glass sunroof or sliding visor encounter resistance when closing from roughly one third of the sunroof opening or when closing from the raised position, the clos- ing action is interrupted and the panorama glass sunroof and sliding visor reopen a little.
Despite the pinch protection system, inspect the sunroof's travel path prior to
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closing it, as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as very thin objects, and the sunroof would con- tinue closing.<
Insert the Allen wrench* into the opening provided. Move the sunroof in the desired direction. The arrow below indicates the rotation direction for closing.
Closing without pinch protection system In case of danger from outside, slide the switch forward beyond the resistance point and hold. The roof closes without the pinch protection system.
Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power loss, the sunroof may only respond to the raise command. Then have the system initialized. BMW recommends having this work done by your BMW center.
Moving manually* In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the sunroof manually.
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Adjusting
Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con- tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In the interaction with the safety belts, the head restraints and the airbags, the sitting position plays an important role in an accident. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the fol- lowing section. For additional information on transporting chil- dren safely, refer to page 58.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate distance between yourself and the airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions, to mini- mize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms in the event of airbag deployment. No one and nothing is to come between the air- bags and the seat occupant. Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area. Make sure that the front passenger is sitting correctly and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument panel, otherwise leg injuries can occur if the front airbags are triggered. Make sure that occupants do not rest their head on the side or head airbags, otherwise injuries can occur if the airbags are triggered.< Even if you adhere to all the instructions, inju- ries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded, depending on the circum- stances. The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensi- tive individuals. This effect is usually only tem- porary. For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page 100.
Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approx. at ear level. Otherwise there is
increased danger of injury in the event of an accident.< Head restraints, refer to page 51.
Safety belts Before every drive, make sure that safety belts are being worn at all of the occupied seats. Air- bags complement the safety belt as an addi- tional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute. Your vehicle is provided with five seats, which are all equipped with a safety belt.
Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt. Never allow
infants or small children to ride in a passenger's lap. Make sure that the belt lies low around the hips in the lap area and does not press on the abdomen. The safety belt must not lie across the neck, rub against sharp edges, be routed over solid or breakable objects or be pinched. Wear the safety belt without twisting, snugly across the lap and shoulders, as close to the body as possible. Otherwise the belt can slip over the hips in the lap area in a frontal impact and injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the belt from fitting properly and pull the belt in the upper body area periodically to readjust the tension, in order to avoid a reduction in the restraint of the safety belt. Sports Wagon: if the center safety belt in the rear is used, the larger backrest half must be locked, refer to page 128, otherwise the middle safety belt has no restraining action.< Safety belts, refer to page 52.
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Seats
Note before adjusting
Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could
respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. Also on the passenger side, do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven, otherwise there is a danger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection normally pro- vided by the belt.< Please follow the instructions on damage to safety belts provided on page 53 and the infor- mation on the active front head restraints on page 51.
Adjusting seat
To ensure that the safety systems con- tinue to provide optimized protection,
please observe the adjustment instructions on page 47.<
1 Longitudinal direction 2 Height 3 Angle
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4 Backrest
Adjusting comfort seat* In this seat, you can also adjust:
1 Backrest width 2 Shoulder support 3 Thigh support 4 Lumbar support*
Shoulder support the adjustable upper backrest also supports the back in the shoulder region. This provides a relaxed driving position and helps relieve stress on the shoulder muscles.
Lumbar support*
To deactivate: Press button longer.
Button with one LED
You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive sup- plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position. > Increase or decrease curvature: press front
or rear section of switch.
> Shift curvature up or down: press upper or
lowers section of switch.
Adjusting active backrest width* First set a comfortable backrest width, see above. Based on the backrest width set, the lat- eral support is automatically adapted to the cur- rent driving situation. The adaptation of the backrest width and the speed of the adjustment vary depending on the program. You can select from among three pro- grams from comfort to sport.
Button with three LEDs
Press the button repeatedly until the desired program is shown on the Control Display. The LED in the button lights up.
To deactivate: Press button longer.
Easy entry/exit* To facilitate entry and exit, the backrest width temporarily opens all the way.
Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory*
Press button once per program: > "Comfort": one LED > "Normal": two LEDs > "Sport": three LEDs
You can store and request two different posi- tions for the driver's seat and passenger seat*, exterior rearview mirrors, and steering wheel.
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The adjustment of the lumbar support is not stored in the memory.
Storing 1. Switch on radio readiness or ignition, refer
to page 62.
2. Set the desired seat, exterior mirror and
steering wheel positions.
3. Press the
button:
The LED in the button lights up.
4. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2:
The LED goes out.
Requesting
Do not request a position from the mem- ory while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of accident from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel.<
Comfort mode 1. Open the driver's door after unlocking or
switch on radio readiness.
2. Briefly press the desired memory button 1
or 2.
The system cancels the adjustment procedure when you briefly press one of the seat adjust- ment switches or one of the memory buttons.
Safety feature 1. Close the driver's door and switch the igni-
tion on or off.
2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2
and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed.
If the press the button again; the LED goes out.
button was pressed inadvertently:
Requesting with remote control The last positions of the driver's seat, the exte- rior rearview mirrors, and steering wheel are stored for the remote control currently in use. You can choose when the position is requested: > Request when unlocking vehicle > Request when opening driver's door
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When using this feature, always make sure that the footwell behind the driver's seat is empty and unobstructed. Failure to do so could cause injury to persons or damage to objects behind the seat as a result of a rearward movement of the seat.< The system cancels the adjustment procedure when you briefly press one of the seat adjust- ment switches or one of the memory buttons. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Open the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Door locks" is selected and press the controller.
6. Select "Central locking" and press the con-
troller.
7. Select "Last seat pos." and press the con-
troller.
8. Select "After unlocking" or "After door
opened".
9. Press the controller.
To cancel the request: Select "Deactivated" and press the controller.
Front seats: height adjustment
Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level. Otherwise there is increased danger of injury in the event of an accident.Only remove the head restraints if no one will be sitting on the seat in question. Reinstall the head restraints before transport- ing passengers, as otherwise the head restraint cannot provide its protective function.<
Active front head restraints In the event of a rear-end collision of sufficient severity, the active head restraint reduces the distance to the head.
Do not use seat covers or head restraint covers that could impede the proper
functioning of the active head restraint. Other- wise, there is no assurance that the active head restraint will perform its protective function and it is not possible to take advantage of its injury- reducing potential in the event of a rear-end collision. Have the active head restraints reset after they are triggered in a rear-end collision. Only have this work carried out by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained per- sonnel. Otherwise, this safety equipment will not function properly.<
Please contact a BMW center if you wish to have the front head restraints removed
and installed.<
Front seats: adjusting distance to the back of the head
> Forward: pull up. > Back: push the button and slide the head-
rest cushion toward the rear.
Do not place any objects behind the headrest cushion. Otherwise, you can
impair the proper function of the head restraint.<
Comfort seat* You can adjust the distance to the back of the head with the shoulder support, refer to page 48.
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Adjusting side extensions
tional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute.
You can fold the side extensions on the head restraint forward for increased lateral support in the resting position.
Rear seats: height adjustment
> To raise: pull up. > To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and
push the head restraint downward.
Removing 1. Pull the head restraint upward to the stop. 2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the head
restraint all the way out.
Safety belts
To ensure that the safety systems con- tinue to provide optimized protection,
please observe the adjustment instructions on page 47.< Before every drive, make sure that safety belts are being worn at all of the occupied seats. Air- bags complement the safety belt as an addi-
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Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle.
Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and passenger seat*
The indicator lamp lights up and a sig- nal sounds. A message also appears on the Control Display. Please check
whether the safety belt is correctly positioned. The safety belt reminder is operative at speeds above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h. It can also be acti- vated if objects are placed on the passenger seat.
Releasing 1. Grasp the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the buckle. 3. Guide the belt into its reel. The shoulder strap's anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of every build if the seat is correctly adjusted, refer to page 48. The two rear safety belt buckles integrated into the rear seat are for passengers sitting on the
left and right. The belt buckle embossed with the word CENTER is intended exclusively for use by passengers riding in the center position.
Damage to safety belts
When subjected to strain due to an acci- dent or in the event of damage, replace the safety belts, the belt tensioners, and any child restraint systems and have the belt anchor points checked. Only have this work carried out at a BMW center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel. Otherwise cor- rect operation of this safety equipment is not guaranteed.<
Seat heating*
Front The appearance and arrangement of the but- tons may vary depending on the equipment.
the Control Display with buttons 2 and 3. The maximum temperature is supplied when three LEDs are lit. The temperature is reduced and if need be, the heating is switched off in order to reduce the load on the battery. The LEDs remain lit. To switch off: Press button longer.
Temperature distribution without active seat ventilation The heat output can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Open the start menu. 2. Move the controller to the left to open "Cli-
mate".
3. Select "Seat heater distribution" and press
the controller.
4. Move the controller to the left or right to
select "Driver" or "Passenger".
5. Turn the controller to adjust the distribu-
tion. The setting is applied.
Temperature distribution with active seat ventilation The heat output can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Open the start menu. 2. Move the controller to the left to open "Cli-
mate".
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1 Seat heating, three LEDs 2 Seat heating, one LED 3 Seat heating with active seat ventilation* Press the respective button once per tempera- ture level. The temperature level is shown on
3. Select "Driver's seat climate" or "Passen-
ger's seat climate" and press the controller.
Turn the controller to adjust the distribution. The setting is applied.
Rear
Press the respective button once per ventila- tion level. The ventilation level appears on the Control Display. The maximum level is supplied when three LEDs are lit. The air quantity is reduced and if need be, the ventilation is switched off in order to reduce the load on the battery. The LEDs remain lit. To switch off: Press button longer.
The highest level is used for rapid cooling, e.g. when the vehicle has become heated
up. After a short time, the system is automati- cally switched down one level in order to pre- vent excessive cooling.<
Active seat*
Operation similar to front seat heating; two tem- perature levels, without temperature distribu- tion.
Active seat ventilation* The appearance and arrangement of the but- tons may vary depending on the equipment.
1 Active seat ventilation 2 Active seat ventilation with seat heating
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The seat cushion is actively varied by alter- nately raising and lowering the right and left half of the seat cushion. This reduces muscular ten- sion and fatigue to help prevent lower back pain. Press the button to switch on; the LED lights up. The action of the system is reduced and if need be, switched off in order to reduce the load on the battery. The LED remains lit. If you switch off the active seat, it can take up to 1 minute before the two halves of the seat cushion have returned to their initial position.
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors
The mirror on the passenger's side is more curved than the driver's mirror.
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not estimate the distance of following traffic based on what you see in the mirrors, otherwise there is an increased acci- dent risk.<
Tilting down passenger-side exterior mirror – automatic curb monitor*
Activating 1. Slide switch into the driver's side mirror
position, arrow 1.
1 Adjusting 2 Switching to the other mirror or to the auto-
matic curb monitor
3 Folding mirrors in and out* Storing the mirror positions, refer to Seat, mir- ror and steering wheel memory on page 49.
Adjusting manually You can also adjust the mirrors manually by pressing against the outer edges of their mirror glass.
Folding mirrors in and out* Pressing button 3 allows you to fold mirrors in and out up to a speed of approx. 20 mph/ 30 km/h. This is advantageous, for example, in car washes, narrow streets or for bringing mir- rors that have been manually folded in back into the correct position. Mirrors that were folded in are folded out automatically at a speed of approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.
Before going through a car wash, fold the mirrors in manually, or with button 3, oth- erwise they could be damaged, depending on the width of the car wash system.<
Automatic heating Below a certain outdoor temperature, both exterior mirrors are heated whenever the engine is running or the ignition is switched on.
2. Shift into reverse or move selector lever into
position R. The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat on the passenger's side. This allows the driver to see the area immediately adjacent to the vehicle – such as a curb – when park- ing, etc.
Deactivating Slide switch into the passenger side mirror position, arrow 2.
Interior rearview mirror
To reduce the dazzle effect of following vehi- cles at night, turn the knob.
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Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature*
Steering wheel heating*
This feature is controlled by two photocells in the inside rearview mirror, one on the front and one on the back. For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. Do not attach stickers of any kind to the windshield in front of the mirror, either.
Steering wheel
Adjusting
Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of acci- dent as the result of unexpected movement.<
Press the button. When the steering wheel heater is operating, the LED in the button lights up.
Programmable buttons* on steering wheel
You can program the buttons individually. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
The steering wheel can be adjusted in four directions. Storing steering wheel positions, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on page 49.
Easy entry/exit* To facilitate entry and exit, the steering wheel temporarily moves into the uppermost position.
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3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
4. Select "Steering wheel buttons" and press
6. Select the button if necessary and press the
the controller.
controller.
A list of various functions appears: > "Navigation voice instructions"
Voice instructions for the navigation system*
> "Air recirculation on / off"
To permanently shut off outside air, refer to AUC Automatic recirculated-air con- trol on page 117
> "Mute on / off"To mute the audio sources
You can operate the selected function using the corresponding button.
Operating the function Press the corresponding button on the steering wheel. If you have programmed "Navigation voice instructions" for one of the buttons: > Switch voice instructions on/off:
Press button longer.
> "Monitor on / off"
> To repeat the last voice instruction:
To switch the Control Display on/off
Press the button.
> "Telephone list"*
To show/hide the phone book or last dis- played list of stored phone numbers
> "HDC on / off"
To switch HDC Hill Descent Control* on/off
> "Next entertainment source" To change the audio source
> "Night Vision on / off"
To switch BMW Night Vision* on/off
5. Select the desired function and press the
controller.
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Transporting children safely
The right place for children
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they could endanger
themselves and other persons, e.g. by opening the doors.<
Children always in the rear Accident research shows that the safest place for children is on the rear seat.
Children younger than 13 years of age or with a height under 5 ft/150 cm may only be transported in the rear in child restraint sys- tems which correspond to the age, weight and height of the child. Otherwise there is an increased danger of injury in an accident.< Children 13 years of age or older must wear a safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint system can no longer be used due to their age, size and weight.
Exception for front passenger seat
Should it ever be necessary to use a child restraint system on the front passenger seat, the front and side airbags on the passen- ger side must first be deactivated. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury for the child if the airbags are triggered, even with a child restraint system.< For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags, refer to page 101.
Installing child restraint systems
Observe the child restraint system manu- facturer's instructions for selection,
installation and use of the child restraint sys- tems. Otherwise the degree of protection may be reduced.<
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Backrest width* on front passenger seat
Open the backrest width setting of the front passenger seat all the way. After
mounting the child's seat, deactivate the active backrest width adjustment and do not call up any memory position. Otherwise this limits the stability of the child's seat on the front passen- ger seat.< 1. After unlocking the vehicle, sit on the front passenger seat and close the door to call up the memory position.
2. Completely open the backrest width adjust-
ment, refer to page 48.
3. Deactivate active backrest width adjust-
ment, refer to page 49. Install child's seat.
4.
Child seat security
All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front passenger can be locked against pulling out to secure child restraint systems.
Locking safety belt 1. Secure the child restraint system with the
belt.
2. Pull out the belt webbing completely. 3. Allow the belt webbing to retract and pull
taut against the child restraint system. The safety belt is locked.
Unlocking safety belt 1. Open the belt buckle. 2. Remove the child restraint system. 3. Allow the belt webbing to retract com-
pletely.
LATCH child restraint fixing system LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil- dren.
Follow the system manufacturer's instructions on installation and use of
LATCH child restraint systems in order not to impair their protective function.< Before attaching the LATCH child's seat, pull the belt away from the region of the child restraint fixing system.
Make sure that the LATCH mounts have properly clicked into place and that the
child restraint system is resting snugly against the backrest. Otherwise, the protective action may be impeded.<
Sedan: rear seats
The anchor points for the LATCH anchors are located at the positions indicated by arrows in the gap between the seat and the backrest.
Sedan: rear seats with through-loading system*
The anchor points for the LATCH anchors are located behind the indicated protective caps. Remove the cover caps before mounting the child's seat.
Sports Wagon: rear seats
The anchor points for the lower LATCH anchors are located behind the labeled covers. The anchor points for the LATCH anchors are located behind the indicated protective caps and are covered again after the child's seat is removed.
Child restraint system with tether strap
Only use the tether-strap mounting points to secure child restraint systems, otherwise the mounting points could be dam- aged.<
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Sedan
Outer rear seat, Sedan
There are three additional mounting points for child restraint systems with a tether strap, refer to arrows. Fold the corresponding mounting point upward before using.
Sports Wagon
Outer rear seats, Sports Wagon
Three additional mounting points for child restraint systems with a tether strap are pro- vided under covers in the cargo bay floor, refer to arrows. Remove the corresponding covers before use.
Placement of tether strap
Make sure that the upper retaining strap is not routed over sharp edges and does not twist on its way to the upper mounting point; otherwise, the belt may not properly secure the child restraint system in the event of an acci- dent.<
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1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraints 3 Hook of upper retaining strap 4 Mounting point 5 Rear window shelf/luggage compartment
floor
6 Backrest 7 Upper retaining strap of child restraint sys-
tem
Fold upward or remove covers before using the mounting points. 1. Slide the head restraint upward. 2. Thread the upper retaining strap between
the head restraint supports.
3. Sports Wagon: thread the retaining strap
between the backrest and the roll-up cover. Make sure that the rear backrest is locked in position.
4. Attach the retaining strap hook to the
mounting point.
5. Slide the head restraint into the bottom
position.
6. Pull the retaining strap taut.
Center rear seat 1. Fold the center armrest somewhat toward
the front.
2. Guide retaining strap through the opening.
5. Attach the retaining strap hook to the
mounting point.
6. Pull the retaining strap taut.
On trips
If the vehicle is equipped with rear side airbags, make sure that children do not lean out of the child's seat towards the door panels. Otherwise injuries can be caused if the side airbags are triggered.<
Child-safety locks for rear doors
3. Fold back the center armrest. 4. Sports Wagon: thread the retaining strap
between the backrest and the roll-up cover. Make sure that the rear backrest is locked in position.
Slide down the safety lever on the rear doors: the door can now be opened from the outside only.
Safety switch for power windows Always press the safety switch for the power windows, refer to page 43, when children are riding in the rear of the vehicle.
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Driving
Ignition lock
Inserting remote control into ignition lock
Start/Stop button
Pressing the Start/Stop button switches the radio readiness or the ignition on and off.
The engine is started when you press the Start/Stop button and depress the clutch if the car has manual transmission or the brake if the car has automatic transmission.<
Radio readiness Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation. The time and outside tempera- ture are displayed in the instrument cluster. Radio readiness is switched off: > when the remote control is removed from
the ignition lock
> with comfort access* by touching the sur- face on the door handle, refer to Locking on page 41
Ignition on All electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation. The odometer and the trip odometer are displayed in the instrument cluster, refer to page 79.
Please switch off the ignition and the electronic systems/consumers which are not required when the engine is not running to save the battery.<
Insert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock. Radio readiness switches on. Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation.
Comfort access* With comfort access, only insert the remote control into the ignition lock in exceptional cases, refer to page 40.
Removing remote control from ignition lock
Do not pull the remote control out of the ignition lock using force, as otherwise
damage may result.< Before removing the remote control, first press it in as far as possible to release the locking device. The ignition is switched off if it was still switched on.
Automatic and sport automatic transmission The remote control can only be removed when transmission position P is selected: interlock.
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Radio readiness and ignition switched off All indicator and warning lamps in the instru- ment cluster go out.
Starting the engine
Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard. Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run- ning, select the idling position, or shift the trans- mission into position P and firmly apply the handbrake, otherwise the vehicle can begin to roll.<
Avoid frequent starting in quick succes- sion or repeated starting attempts in
which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, begin to drive at a moderate engine speed.
Manual transmission Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to page 40. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into
idling position.
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Automatic and sport automatic transmission* Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to page 40. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Press the Start/Stop button.
Switching off engine
When leaving the vehicle, always take the remote control with you.
When parking, firmly apply the handbrake, as otherwise the vehicle could roll.<
Manual transmission 1. Press the Start/Stop button with the vehicle
stopped.
2. Shift into first gear or reverse. 3. Firmly apply the handbrake. 4. Remove the remote control from the igni-
tion lock, refer to page 62.
Automatic and sport automatic transmission* 1. Shift transmission into position P with the
vehicle stopped.
2. Press the Start/Stop button. 3. Firmly apply the handbrake. 4. Remove the remote control from the igni-
tion lock, refer to page 62.
Before driving into a car wash The vehicle can roll if you proceed according to the following steps: 1. With comfort access: insert the remote con-
trol into the ignition lock.
2. Depress brake pedal. 3. Shift into transmission position N. 4. Switch off the engine. Transmission position P will be engaged: > after approx. 30 seconds
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> if you remove the remote control from the
ignition lock
Manual transmission
Handbrake The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp lights up, and a sig- nal also sounds when starting off. The handbrake is applied. Indicator lamp for Canadian models.
Applying The lever locks in position automatically.
Releasing
Pull slightly upwards, press the button and lower the lever.
If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to apply the handbrake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it too firmly. In doing so, continuously press the but- ton of the handbrake lever. Otherwise, too firm an application of the handbrake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the rear of the car to swerve.<
To prevent corrosion and one-sided brak- ing action, occasionally apply the hand-
brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. The brake lamps do not light up when the hand- brake is applied.<
