This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Indicator lamp
→ Description of the central locking system→ Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the outside
→ Locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside→ SAFELOCK mechanism
→ Anti-theft alarm→ Interior monitoring system and anti-tow alarm
The central locking system will only work correctly when all doors and the tailgate are properly closed. The vehicle cannot be locked with the key if the driver door is open.
If the vehicle is unlocked and not used for a long time (e.g. in your own garage) the vehicle battery could discharge or the engine may not start.
Additional information and warnings:

WARNING
Indicator lampSeat belt protection
Fig. 49 Driver restrained by a properly
positioned seat belt during a sudden braking manoeuvre
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
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