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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Storage compartments
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Tool kit
The tool kit is located in a fold-down cover in the trunk lid. Unscrew the wing nut to open. ...