Interior lighting control
General notes
In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from discharging, the interior lighting functions are automatically deactivated after some time except for when the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
The color and brightness of the ambient lighting can be adjusted using the on-board computer .
Automatic interior lighting control
■ To switch on: set the switch to center position 6.
■ To switch off: set the switch to the
position.
The interior lighting automatically switches
on if you:
• unlock the vehicle
• open a door
• remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
The interior light is activated for a short while when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock. You can activate this delayed switch-off using the on-board computer .
Manual interior lighting control
■ To switch the front interior lighting on:
set the switch to the 
position.
■ To switch the interior lighting off: set the
switch to the 
position or (if the
door
is closed) to the center position.
■ To switch the rear interior lighting on/
off: press the 
button.
■ To switch the reading lamps on/off:
press the 
button.
See also:
Instruction labels for tires and loads
WARNING
Overloaded tires can overheat, causing a
blowout. Overloaded tires can also impair the
steering and driving characteristics and lead
to brake failure. There is a risk of accident.
Obser ...
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
...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle
is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident. ...