Do not use a pointed object such as a screwdriver to open the cover in the dashboard. You could damage the dashboard or the cover.
Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open.
When closing the cover, make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair the operation of the fuses.

► Open the driver's door.
► To
open
: pull cover 1 outwards in the direction of the arrow and remove it.
► To
close
: clip in cover 1 on the front of the dashboard.
► Fold cover 1 inwards until it engages.
Activating/deactivating climate control
Points to observe before use
WARNING
When the climate control system is deactivated, the outside air supply and
circulation are also
deactivated. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherw ...
Reporting safety defects
USA only:
The following text is reproduced as required
of all manufacturers according to Title 49,
Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575
pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor
Vehicle Sa ...
Defrosting the windshield
You can use this function to defrost the
windshield or to defrost the inside of the
windshield and the side windows.
Switch off the "defrosting" function as soon
as the windshield is c ...