Switching the rear window defroster on/off
Activating/deactivating
WARNING
Any accumulation of snow and ice should be
removed from the rear window before driving.
Visibility could otherwise be impaired, endangering you and others.
► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
► USA only: press the 
button.
The indicator lamp in the 
button
lights
up or goes out.
The rear window defroster has a high current draw. You should therefore switch it off as soon as the rear window is clear.
as it only switches off automatically after several minutes.
If the battery voltage is too low, the rear window defroster may switch off.
Problems with the rear window defroster
If the indicator lamp in the
rear window
defroster button flashes, the on-board
voltage is too low. The rear window defroster
has deactivated prematurely or cannot be
activated.
► Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps or interior lighting.
When the battery is sufficiently charged, the rear window defroster is activated again automatically.
See also:
Important safety notes
WARNING
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
• adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
• fasten the seat belt
There is a risk ...
Parking brake
WARNING
If you must brake the vehicle with the parking
brake, the braking distance is considerably
longer and the wheels could lock. There is an
increased danger of skidding and accidents.
Only ...
Automatic locking feature
1 To deactivate
2 To activate
► To disarm: press and hold button 1 for
about five seconds until a tone sounds.
► To arm: press and hold button 2 for about
five seconds u ...