Ashtray in the front-compartment center console
You can remove the ashtray insert and use the resulting compartment for stowage.
The stowage space under the ashtray is not heat resistant. Before placing lit
cigarettes in the ashtray, make sure that the ashtray is properly engaged. Otherwise,
the stowage space could be damaged.

- To open: slide cover 1 forwards until it engages.
- To remove insert: hold insert 3 by the ribbing at the sides and lift it up 2 and out.
- To re-install the insert: press insert 3 into the holder until it engages.
- To close: press cover 1 briefly at the front. The cover moves back.
See also:
Hazard warning lamps
Hazard warning lamps
The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on if:
• an air bag is deployed.
• the vehicle is slowed down severely from a speed of over 45 mph (70 km/h) and
comes to a ha ...
Tow-starting (emergency starting)
Vehicles with automatic transmission
must not be started by tow-starting. This
could otherwise damage the transmission. ...
BAS (Brake Assist System)
Observe the "Important safety notes" section ().
BAS operates in emergency braking situations. If you depress the brake pedal
quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking force, thus ...
