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Interior equipment
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Interior equipment
Safety information
Vehicle features and
options
Warning
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
The operation of remote-controlled systems
with the integrated universal remote control,
such as the garage door, may result in injury,
for example, body parts becoming jammed in a
garage door. There is a risk of injury or risk of
damage to property. Make sure that the area of
movement of the respective system is clear
during programming and operation. Also follow
the safety information of the hand-held trans‐
mitter.
Integrated Universal
Remote Control
Compatibility
If this symbol is printed on the packaging
or in the owner's manual of the system to
be controlled, the system is generally
compatible with the integrated Universal Remote
Control.
Concept
The integrated Universal Remote Control in the
interior mirror can operate up to 3 functions of
remote-controlled systems such as garage door
drives, barriers, or lighting systems.
Additional questions are answered by:
▷ A dealer's service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
General information
The Integrated Universal Remote Control repla‐
ces up to 3 different hand-held transmitters. To
operate the remote control, the buttons on the
interior mirror must be programmed with the de‐
sired functions. The hand-held transmitter for the
particular system is required in order to program
the remote control.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex
Corporation.
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored func‐
tions for the sake of security.
If possible, do not install the antenna of the re‐
mote-controlled system, e.g. the garage door
drive, near metal objects to ensure the best pos‐
sible operation.
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Canada: if programming with the hand-held
transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐
terior mirror button and repeatedly press and
release the hand-held transmitter button for
2 seconds.
Control elements on the interior
mirror
6.
▷ The LED lights up green: programming
completed.
Release the button.
▷ The LED flashes fast: programming is not
complete.
Press the button on the interior mirror for
2 seconds and release. Perform this pro‐
cedure three times to complete the pro‐
gramming procedure.
▷ Buttons, arrow 1.
▷ LED, arrow 2.
▷ The hand-held transmitter, arrow 3, is re‐
quired for programming.
If the integrated universal remote control
remains nonoperational, continue with the
special features for change code wireless
systems.
Programming
▷ LED does not flash green after 60 sec‐
onds: programming not completed.
General information
The battery of the hand-held transmitter must be
fully charged at the time of programming to en‐
sure an optimal range of the integrated universal
remote control.
Repeat steps 3 to 6.
To program other functions on other buttons, re‐
peat steps 3 to 5.
1. Switch on standby state.
2. Initial setup:
Special feature of the rolling code
wireless system
If you are unable to operate the remote-control‐
led system after repeated programming, please
check if the system to be controlled features a
rolling code radio system.
Press and hold the two outer buttons on the
interior mirror simultaneously for approxi‐
mately 10 seconds until the LED flashes
green rapidly. This erases all programming of
the buttons on the interior mirror.
Refer to the owner's manual for the system.
3. Press the interior mirror button to be pro‐
grammed. The LED on the interior mirror will
slowly begin flashing orange.
For systems with a rolling code radio system, the
integrated Universal Remote Control and the
system also have to be synchronized.
4. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the system
to be used approx. 1 to 12 in/2.5 to 30 cm
away from the buttons on the interior mirror.
The required distance depends on the hand-
held transmitter.
Please read the owner's manual to find out how
to synchronize the system.
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a second
person.
5. Press and hold the button of the desired
function on the hand-held transmitter.
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Synchronizing the universal remote control with
the system:
▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held
transmitter was detected but program‐
ming is not complete.
1. Park the vehicle within range of the remote-
controlled system.
Press the button on the interior mirror for
2 seconds and release. Perform this pro‐
cedure three times to complete the pro‐
gramming procedure.
2. Program the relevant button on the interior
mirror as described.
3. Locate and press the synchronizing button
on the system being programmed, e.g. at the
garage gate. You have approx. 30 seconds
for the next step.
If the integrated universal remote control
remains nonoperational, continue with the
special features for change code wireless
systems.
4. Hold down the programmed button on the in‐
terior mirror for approximately 3 seconds and
then release it. If necessary, repeat this step
up to three times in order to finish synchroni‐
zation. Once synchronization is complete, the
programmed function will be carried out.
▷ LED does not flash green after 60 sec‐
onds: programming not completed.
Repeat steps 3 to 6.
If the programming procedure is not completed,
the previous programming will remain un‐
changed.
Reprogramming individual
buttons
Operation
1. Switch on standby state.
Warning
2. Press and hold the interior mirror button to be
programmed.
The operation of remote-controlled systems
with the integrated universal remote control,
such as the garage door, may result in injury,
for example, body parts becoming jammed in a
garage door. There is a risk of injury or risk of
damage to property. Make sure that the area of
movement of the respective system is clear
during programming and operation. Also follow
the safety information of the hand-held trans‐
mitter.
3. As soon as the LED on the interior mirror
flashes orange after approx. 20 seconds, re‐
lease the button.
4. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the system
to be used approx. 1 to 12 in/2.5 to 30 cm
away from the buttons on the interior mirror.
The required distance depends on the hand-
held transmitter.
5. Press and hold the button of the desired
function on the hand-held transmitter.
The system, such as the garage door, can be op‐
erated using the button on the interior mirror
while the drive-ready or standby state is
switched on. To do this, hold down the button
within receiving range of the system until the
function is activated. The interior mirror LED
stays lit while the wireless signal is being trans‐
mitted.
Canada: if programming with the hand-held
transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐
terior mirror button and repeatedly press and
release the hand-held transmitter button for
2 seconds.
6. The LED can light up in different ways.
▷ The LED lights up green: the program‐
ming procedure is completed.
Deleting stored functions
All stored functions will be deleted. The func‐
tions cannot be deleted individually.
Release the button.
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Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐
terior mirror simultaneously for approximately
10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror
flashes green rapidly.
Ashtray
Front center console
Opening
Sun visor
1. Push the cover forward until it engages be‐
hind the cup holders.
Glare shield
Fold the sun visor down or up.
Glare shield from the side
Folding out
1. Fold the sun visor down.
2. Unhook it from the holder and swing it to the
side.
2. Push the cover forward again until it engages
behind the storage compartment.
3. Move it back to the desired position.
3. Fold the cover upward.
Folding up
Proceed in the reverse order to close the sun vi‐
sor.
Vanity mirror
A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor behind
a cover. When the cover is opened, the mirror
lighting switches on.
Emptying
1. Pull the ashtray with the closed cover out of
the cup holder.
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2. Turn the lid counterclockwise to open it.
Cigarette lighter
Safety information
Warning
Contact with the hot heating element or the hot
socket of the cigarette lighter can cause burns.
Flammable materials can ignite if the cigarette
lighter falls down or is held against the respec‐
tive objects. There is a risk of fire and injuries.
Take hold of the cigarette lighter by its handle.
Make sure that children do not use the ciga‐
rette lighter and burn themselves.
3. Empty the container.
Always empty the ashtray with the container
open to prevent contamination of the lid.
Rear door
Opening
NOTICE
If metal objects fall into the socket, they can
cause a short circuit. There is a risk of damage
to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket.
Front center console
1. Push the cover forward until it engages be‐
hind the cup holders.
Press on the cover.
Emptying
2. Push the cover forward again until it engages
behind the storage compartment.
Grasp the insert on the side and remove it.
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The cigarette lighter is located between the cup
holders.
The cigarette lighter is located between the cup
holders.
Tap the cover on the handle bar to close it.
Rear center console
Operation
Without rear console: opening and
closing
Push in the cigarette lighter.
The cigarette lighter can be re‐
moved as soon as it pops back
out.
Sockets
Concept
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment when standby and drive-
ready state are switched on.
The cigarette lighter is on the left side.
Open: press on the cover.
To close: press the cover closed again.
General information
The total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
With rear console: opening and
closing
Do not damage the socket by using non-com‐
patible connectors.
Safety information
Warning
Devices and cables in the unfolding area of the
airbags, such as portable navigation devices,
can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or be
thrown around in the car's interior during un‐
folding. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that
Push the cover backward until it engages.
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devices and cables are not in the airbag's area
of unfolding.
Front center console
NOTICE
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can
work with high voltages and currents, which
means that the 12 volt on-board network can
be overloaded or damaged. There is a risk of
damage to property. Only connect battery
chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting
aid terminals in the engine compartment.
Push the cover forward until it engages.
A socket is located between the cup holders.
Rear center console
NOTICE
If metal objects fall into the socket, they can
cause a short circuit. There is a risk of damage
to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket.
Without rear console: opening and
closing
Front center armrest
One socket is located in the rear center console.
Open: press on the cover.
To close: press the cover closed again.
The center armrest contains a socket.
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With rear console: opening and
closing
In the cargo area
A socket is located on the right side in the cargo
area. Unfold the cover.
Push the cover backward until it engages.
USB interface
General information
Follow the information regarding the connection
of mobile devices to the USB interface in the
section on USB connections, refer to page 73.
A socket is located between the cup holders.
Tap the cover on the handle bar to close it.
In the center armrest
With rear console: rear center
armrest
A USB interface is located in the center armrest.
Properties:
▷ USB port Type C.
▷ For charging mobile devices and for data
transfer.
The center armrest contains a socket.
▷ Charge current: max. 3 A.
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In the front center console
In the rear center console
NOTICE
Objects in the storage compartment, e.g., large
USB connectors, may block or damage the
cover when it is being opened or closed. There
is a risk of damage to property. Make sure that
the area of movement of the cover is clear
while opening and closing it.
A USB interface with two USB ports is located in
the center console in the rear.
Properties:
▷ USB port Type C.
▷ For charging of mobile devices.
▷ Charge current: max. 3 A per connection.
Folding table in the rear
1. Push the cover forward until it engages be‐
hind the cup holders.
2. Push the cover forward again until it engages
behind the storage compartment.
General information
There is a folding table in the center armrest of
the rear console.
Safety information
Warning
A folded-out folding table protrudes into the
car's interior and, in case of accident, braking or
evasive maneuvers can cause injuries. Objects
on the table can be thrown around the car's in‐
terior while driving. There is a risk of injury. Do
not unfold or use folding table while driving.
A USB interface is located in the center console.
Properties:
▷ USB port Type A.
▷ For charging mobile devices and for data
transfer.
▷ Charge current: max. 1.5 A.
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Folding open the folding table
1. Open the center armrest. Press the button
for this purpose.
Rear cooler
Safety information
Warning
The cover of the opened cooler protrudes into
the car's interior. Injuries can occur in the event
of an accident, braking or evasive maneuver.
The content of the cooler can be thrown into
the car's interior and injure occupants. There is
a risk of injury. Close the cooler after use when
driving.
2. Grasp the folding table at the rear and fold
forward in the center armrest.
NOTICE
If the cooler is lying down, the oil from the com‐
pressor will spread through the cooling circuit.
There is a risk of damage to property. Place the
cooler vertically for at least one hour prior to
operation so that the oil can return into the
compressor.
3. Pull the folding table from the center armrest.
4. Close the cover of the center armrest.
Opening
1. Fold down the center armrest, refer to
page 300.
5. Fold the folding table down and adjust as
needed.
2. Opening the through-loading system, refer to
page 306.
3. Pull on the handle and fold the cover forward.
Folding in the folding table
Proceed in reverse order to fold in the folding ta‐
ble.
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Switching on
Installing
The cooler can be operated at two levels.
1. Open the cover.
1. Switch on standby state.
2.
Press the button once for each cool‐
ing level.
The highest cooling power is active when two
LEDs are lit.
If the cooler was switched on the last time
standby state was switched off, it will be
switched on automatically the next time standby
state is switched on.
2. Slide the cooler into the guide rail, until it
stops.
Switching off
Press the button repeatedly until the LEDs go
out.
Ejecting
1. Fold the cover away to the side.
3. Fold the cover back and secure to cooler.
2. Pull on the rear handle.
Malfunction
Message
One of the LEDs flashes.
The cooler cannot be switched on or switches
off, for instance when the cooling system over‐
heats or if the battery voltage is low.
3. Pull cooler backward and remove it.
4. Fold the cover back.
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Rectifying the problem
1. If necessary, allow the refrigerator cooling
system to cool down.
2. Start the engine.
3. Switch on cooler.
If the LED flashes even after a short time, have
the cooler checked.
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