At a glance

These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options.

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EXTERIOR
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Fuel specifications
Never use fuels labeled at the fuel pump as metal-containing. Do not use leaded gasoline or gasoline with metal-containing additives such as manganese or iron; doing so can cause permanent damag ...

Data memory
Your vehicle records data relating to vehicle operation, faults and user settings. These data are stored in the remote control and can be read out with suitable devices, particularly when the ve ...