Defrosting the windshield
You can use this function to defrost the windshield or to defrost the inside of the windshield and the side windows.
Switch off the "defrosting" function as soon as 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:
• high airflow
• high 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. Air-recirculation 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:
Dual-zone automatic climate control
3-zone automatic climate control
or
■ Press the 
or
button.
See also:
Adjusting the head restraints
Important safety notes
WARNING
For safety reasons, always drive with the rear
head restraints in the upright position when
the rear seats are occupied.
Keep the area around head restraints clea ...
Winter operation
General notes
Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified
specialist workshop at the onset of winter.
Observe the notes in the "Changing a wheel" section . ...
Interior care
Cleaning the display
For cleaning, do not use any of the
following:
• alcohol-based thinner or gasoline
• abrasive cleaning agents
• commercially-available household
cleaning agents
These may d ...