Using the door lock

General information

Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if Locking from the outside
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there are people in it, as the vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.◀

Locking from the outside
Locking from the outside

When unlocking:

1. Turning the key once unlocks the driver's door and the fuel filler flap.

2. Turning the key a second time unlocks the remaining doors and the tailgate.

Convenient operation

You can use the door lock to operate the windows and the glass sunroof/panoramic glass sunroof.

With the door closed, turn the key to the unlock or lock position and hold it there.

Turning the key back to the original position stops the motion.

Monitor the closing process to ensure that Monitor the closing process
Monitor the closing process to ensure that no one becomes trapped; otherwise, injuries may result.◀

Manual operation

If an electrical malfunction occurs, unlock or lock the driver's door using the integrated key in the door lock.

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