Mechanical key
General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door or the rear door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered .
► To end the alarm: insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
Removing the mechanical key
1 Release catch
2 Mechanical key
► Push release catch 1 in the direction of the arrow and at the same time remove mechanical key 2 from the SmartKey.
See also:
Towing and tow-starting
Important safety notes
WARNING
If you tow the vehicle, you must use a rigid
towing bar if:
- the engine is not running.
- there is a brake system malfunction.
- there is a malfunction in the po ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate
is open when the engine is running,
particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust
fumes could ent ...
Parking the vehicle for a long period
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than
four weeks, the battery may be damaged by
exhaustive discharge.
► Connecting a trickle charger.
You can obtain information about trickle
...