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:
Important safety notes
WARNING
If flammable materials such as leaves, grass
or twigs are exposed to prolonged contact to
parts of the exhaust system that heat up, they
could ignite. There is a risk of fire.
Park the ...
Data stored in the vehicle
Information about electronic data
acquisition in the vehicle
(Including notice pursuant to California Code
§ 9951)
Your vehicle records electronic data. If your
vehicle is equipped with mbrace (C ...
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 ...