First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Depending on the vehicle equipment level, the vehicle may have a SAFELOCK mechanism and anti-theft alarm .
Function | Action |
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Locking the vehicle and activating the SAFELOCK mechanism. | Press the ![]() |
Locking the vehicle without activating the SAFELOCK mechanism. | Press the ![]() |
Press the sensor on the outside of the door handle for locking the Keyless Access locking and starting system twice . | |
Press the central locking button
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The SAFELOCK mechanism deactivates the door opening levers if the vehicle has been locked. This makes it more difficult to break into the vehicle. The doors can no longer be opened from the inside .
When the ignition is switched off, the instrument cluster display may inform you about the activated SAFELOCK mechanism (SAFELOCK).
Deactivating the SAFELOCK mechanism
The SAFELOCK mechanism can be deactivated in one of the following ways:
The following applies when the SAFELOCK mechanism is deactivated:
Indicator lamp in the driver door
After locking the vehicle: | Meaning |
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A red LED flashes for approximately 2 seconds, firstly at short intervals and then more slowly. | The SAFELOCK mechanism is activated. |
A red LED flashes for approximately 2 seconds and then goes out. The light starts to flash again after approximately 30 seconds. | The SAFELOCK mechanism is deactivated. |
A red LED lights up steadily for approximately 30 seconds. | Fault in the locking system. Go to a qualified workshop. |
WARNING
Safety precautions for working on vehicles with auxiliary/supplementary
heater
Danger of fire and explosion from auxiliary/supplementary heater
In fire and explosion-endangered areas a spark or the high
temperature of the auxiliary/supplementary heater can cause a fire or an
explosion. Burn injuries are also possible.
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Assembly overview - B-pillar trim
Note
The illustration shows the B-pillar trims on the left side.
The right-hand side is similar (mirror image of left-hand side).
Upper part of B-pillar trim
I: Upper B-pillar trim, 4-door model
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Removing and installing dash panel cover on driver side
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783-
Removing
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Remove dash panel end cover on driver side
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