The concept

▷ Most functions that are displayed on the Control Display can be operated by spoken commands via the voice activation system.

The system prompts you to make your entries.

▷ Functions that can only be used when the vehicle is stationary cannot be operated using the voice activation system.

▷ The system uses a special microphone on the driver's side.

▷ ›...‹ Verbal instructions in the Owner's Manual to use with the voice activation system.

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    Reference
    This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system, and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. ...