Defrosting the windshield
You can use this function to defrost the windshield or to defrost the inside of the windshield and the side windows.
You should only select the defrosting function until the windshield is clear again.
► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
► To activate: press the 
button.
The indicator lamp in the 
button
lights
up.
The climate control system switches to the
following functions:
• cooling with air dehumidification (only
with engine running)
• high airflow (depending on the outside
temperature)
• high temperature (depending on the
outside temperature)
• air distribution to the windshield and
front side windows
• air-recirculation mode off
► To deactivate: press the 
button. The indicator lamp in the 
button goes
out. The previously selected settings are
restored. The cooling with air
dehumidification function remains on. Airrecirculation
mode remains deactivated.
or
► Press the 
button. The indicator
lamp in the 
button goes
out. Airflow and air distribution are set to
automatic mode.
or
► Turn controls 1 or 6 clockwise or
counter-clockwise .
or
► Press the 
or
button.
See also:
Power closing feature
Power closing pulls the doors and trunk lid
into their locks automatically even if they are
only partly closed.
■ To power-close a door: push the door into
the lock up to the first detent po ...
Operation
Notes on driving
- If the vehicle is heavily laden, check the tire
pressures and correct them if necessary.
- When parking your vehicle, make sure that
the tires do not get deformed by the curb
o ...
Ashtray
Front ashtray
The holder under the ashtray is not heat
resistant. Before placing lit cigarettes in the
ashtray, make sure that the ashtray is
properly engaged. Otherwise, the holder
could be dama ...