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.

The rear window defroster has a high current draw. You should therefore switch it off as soon as the 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.

•► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

•► Press the The indicator lamp above the  button button.

The indicator lamp above the lights up or goes out. button lights up or goes out.

    See also:

    Tail lamps with LEDs
    1 Rear fog lamp 2 Backup lamp ► Switch off the lights. ► Open the cargo compartment. ► Open the side trim panel. ► Turn the corresponding bulb holder counter-clockwise ...

    High-beam flasher
    •► To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine. •► Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow 3. ...

    Setting the rear-compartment airflow using the rear control panel
    Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. To increase/reduce: press rocker switch 14 up or down. ...