Operation

Settings stored in “Key memory”

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► Central locking behavior when unlocking with the electronic key: unlocking only the driver's door or all locks.
► Locking the vehicle shortly after moving off.
► Assignment of programmable buttons on the steering wheel.
► Control display settings:
► control display brightness;
► units of measure for fuel consumption, distance, temperature and pressure;
► control display menu language;
► 12-hour or 24-hour clock mode;
► date display format.
► Activation of the visual warning for parking proximity (PDC).
► Configuration and brightness setting of the head-up display.
► Air distribution, temperature of air directed to the chest area, and automatic climate control intensity with extended functions.
► Voice guidance settings for navigation to destination.

In addition, the last settings of the following functions are restored when the vehicle is unlocked:

► driver's seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel positions;
► volume and sound settings of audio and video equipment;
► display of programmed radio stations.

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