SmartKey
0 To remove the SmartKey
1 Power supply for some consumers, such as the windshield wipers
2 Ignition (power supply for all consumers) and drive position
3 To start the engine
As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light up. If an indicator lamp does not go out after the engine is started or if it lights up while the vehicle is in motion, see.
If the SmartKey is in position 0 in the ignition lock for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the ignition lock. The steering is then locked. To unlock, remove the SmartKey and reinsert it into the ignition lock.
The steering is locked when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
- Remove the SmartKey when the engine is
switched off.
The starter battery could otherwise be
discharged.
If you cannot turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock, the starter battery may not be charged sufficiently.
- Check the starter battery and recharge it if
necessary.
or
- Jump-start the vehicle.
The SmartKey can be turned in the
ignition lock even if it is not the correct
SmartKey for the vehicle. The ignition is not
switched on. The engine cannot be started.
See also:
Switching the front climate control on/off using the front control panel
Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
To activate: press the
rocker switch
up or down.
The indicator lamp in the rocker switch
goes out. The previously selected settings
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Shifting to neutral N
- When the vehicle is stationary, depress the
brake pedal.
- Push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down
to the first point of resistance.
If the engine has been switched off, the
automatic transm ...