Kindly observe the following in your own best interest:
We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for
your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability for MercedesBenz vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases
an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could
adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as
conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive
comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.
Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an
automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and
for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:
• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for
your reference.
• Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the
operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
• Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety
of the vehicle operator and occupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
DaimlerChrysler AG
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Operator's manual
This Operator's Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the
vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this
manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to
follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional
equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized MercedesBenz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Owner’s Service and Warranty Policy
The Owner’s Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your
Mercedes-Benz, including:
• New Car Limited Warranty,
• Emission System Warranty,
• Emission Performance Warranty,
• State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).
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Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC
or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts
during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle. A reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for
a retail buyer (1) if the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30
calendar days or (2) the same substantial non-conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once
directly notified us in writing of the need to repair the non-conformity and have given us an opportunity to perform the repair
ourselves. Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Regional Office listed in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet.
Maintenance
The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service.
The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.
Roadside assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the
toll-free Roadside Assistance number:
1-800-222-0100 (inthe USA) only
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.
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Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send in the "Change of Address Notice" found in the Owner's Service
and Warranty Policy Booklet. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all owner's literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next owner.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Owner's
Service and Warranty Policy Booklet.
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that service facilities or replacement
parts may not be readily available.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program.
For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer or write to:
In the USA:In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz USA,Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
LLCEuropean Delivery DepartmentEuropean Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive849 Eglinton Avenue East
Montvale, NJ 07645Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5
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We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and
equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator's Manual might differ from your vehicle.
Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order
items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator's Manual, your authorized MercedesBenz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.
The Operator's Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.
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Check Regularly and Before a Long Trip
See Index
The First 1000 Miles (1500 km)
The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satisfied you will be with its
performance later on. Therefore, drive your vehicle during the first 1500 km (1000 miles) at moderate vehicle and
engine-speeds.
During this period, avoid heavy loads (full throttle driving) and high RPM (no more than 2/3 of maximum
permissible speed in each gear as indicated on the speedometer).
Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is not recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear.
We recommend to select positions "3" or "2"only at moderate speeds (for hill driving).
After 1000 miles (1500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum
Maintenance
We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, in
accordance with the Maintenance Booklet.
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Introduction
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Product information
Operator's manual
Consumer Information
Problems with your vehicle
Reporting Safety Defects
Index
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls10Head restraints, rear44Drinking and driving74
Instrument Cluster
Indicator Lamp Symbols
Catalytic Converter
Starting and Turning Off the Engine
Driving Instructions
Operation
Air Outlets
Automatic Climate Control
Rear passenger compartment
Adjustable Air outlet
Climate control
Activated remote control
Car keys
Infrared Remote Control29
Central Locking system
Doors
Front Head Restraints120 Premium Unleaded Gasoline138
97Manual Retraction of Trunk Lid Handle121 Coolants140
98Replacing Wiper Blades122 Check regularly and before a long trip151
99Manual Release of Fuel Filler Flap123
100 Emergency Operation of Sliding Roof123
100 Spark Plugs124
101
Technical Data. Fuels,
Coolants, Lubricants etc. Consumer
Information
300 SE130
108400 SEL
500 SEL
116 Air Conditioner Refrigerant138
119 Brake Fluid138
132
134
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Instruments and Controls
For more detailed descriptions see specified pages
Adjustable air outlet
1
Exterior lamp switch
2
Parking brake release
3
Hood lock release
4
Parking brake pedal
5
Steering wheel adjustment switch
6
Combination switch
7
Cruise control
8
Horn, airbag
9
Instrument cluster
10
Steering lock with ignition/starter switch
11
Adjustable air outlet
12
Heated air supply button - center air outlet
13
Non heated/cooled air supply button - center air outlet
14
Air volume control for left air outlet
15
Air volume control for left center air outlet
16
Air volume control for center air outlet
17
Air volume control for right air outlet
18
Storage/eyeglasses compartment
19
Lock for storage/eyeglasses compartment and eye glove
20
Glove box (illuminated with key in steering lock
21
position 2)
Rear window defroster switch
22
Switch for rear seat head restraints
23
Activated charcoal filter switch
24
Central locking switch
25
Hazard warning flasher switch
26
Automatic climate control
27
Radio
28
Snow chain switch
29
Ashtray with lighter
30
Adaptive damping system adjustment switch
31
Compartment (to open press bottom of cover)
32
Seat heater switch
33
Switch for rear window sunshade
34
Power window switch
35
Loudspeaker front to rear fader control
36
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Instrument Cluster
Engine oil pressure gauge (bar) with warning lamp (red).
Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp (yellow). See Index
1
Coolant temperature gauge. See Index
2
Fuel consumption gauge. See Index
3
4
See Index
Left turn signal indicator lamp (green). See Index
5
Knob for instrument lamps and trip odometer.
6
Rotate knob: To vary intensity of instrument lamps.
Depress knob: To reset trip odometer. See Index
Speedometer See Index
7
ASR function indicator lamp (yellow). See Index
8
Trip odometer. See Index
9
Main odometer. See Index
10
Outside temperature indicator. See Index
11
Right turn signal indicator lamp (green) See Index
12
Knob for setting clock (to adjust pull knob out
13
and rotate). See Index
Tachometer. See Index
14
Red marking on tachometer: Excessive engine speed.
15
See Index
Electric clock. See Index
16
12
Indicator Lamp Symbols
Function Indicator Lamp
High beam
Warning Lamp
(should go out with the engine running unless)
Battery not being charged properly. See Index.Brake pads worn down. See Index.
Fluid level for windshield and headlamp washer
system low. See Index.
Engine oil level low. See Index.SRS malfunction. See Index.
Exterior lamp failure. See Index.Fasten seat belts.
ADS malfunction. See IndexEngine malfunction indicator lamp (California only).
ASR malfunction. See Index
ABS malfunction. See Index.
Brake fluid low (except Canada). Parking brake
engaged. See Index.
engaged. See Index.
See Index.
If the lamp comes on when the engine is running, it
indicates a malfunction of the 02-sensor on Federal
version vehicles, and fuel injection system or
emission control system on the California version
vehicles. In either case, we recommend that you
have the malfunction checked as soon as possible.
See Index.
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Catalytic Converter
Caution!
Warning!
Your MERCEDES-BENZ is equipped
with monolithic type catalytic converters,
an important element in conjunction with
the O2sensor to achieve substantial
control of the pollutants in the exhaust
emissions. Keep your vehicle in proper
operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as
outlined in your Maintenance Booklet.
To prevent damage to the catalytic
converters, use only premium unleaded
gasoline in this vehicle.
Any noticeable irregularities in engine
operation should be repaired promptly.
Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel
may reach the catalytic converter
causing it to overheat.
As with any vehicle, do not idle, park
or operate this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials such as grass,
hay or leaves can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system, as these
materials could be ignited.
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Starting and Turning off the Engine
Engage parking brake and move gearshift
Turning Off
Important!
Before Starting
lever to neutral (selector lever position
"P" on automatic transmissions). Turn
key in steering lock to position 2. The
charge indicator lamp should come on.
Cold Engine
Turn key in steering lock clockwise to
the stop. Do not depress accelerator.
Release key only when the engine is
firing regularly.
Hot Engine
Turn key in steering lock clockwise to
the stop. Do not depress accelerator. If
the engine has not fired after approx. 4
seconds, depress accelerator and
continue cranking until the engine is
firing regularly. Release key and back
off accelerator.
At very high coolant temperatures the
engine starting time can be shortened if
the accelerator is depressed slowly at
the beginning of the starting process.
Turn the key in the steering lock to
position 0 to stop the engine.
The key can only be removed with the
selector lever in position "P".
If the coolant temperature is very high
(e.g. after hard driving on mountain
roads), do not shut off the engine
immediately, but allow it to run for 1 - 2
minutes at increased idle speed with
selector lever in position "P" or "N".
Due to the installed starter non-repeat
feature, the key must be turned
completely to the left before attempting
to start the engine again.
Observe the oil pressure gauge
immediately after starting the engine.
In a very cold engine the oil pressure
will rise slowly after the engine has
started. Do not speed up the engine
before pressure is registered on the
pressure gauge.
The charge indicator lamp should go
out as soon as the engine has started.
In areas where temperatures
frequently drop below -25°C (-13°F)
we recommend that an engine block
heater be installed. Your authorized
MERCEDES-BENZ dealer will advise
you on this subject.
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Driving Instructions
Power Assistance
Warning!
When the engine is not running, the
brake and steering systems are
without power assistance. Under
these circumstances, a much greater
effort is necessary to stop or steer the
vehicle.
Brakes
Caution!
When driving down long and steep
grades, relieve the load on the brakes
by shifting into a lower gear (selector
lever position "4" [for model 300 SL],
"3" , "2" or "B" [for model 500 SL] in
the case of automatic transmission).
This helps prevent overheating of the
brakes and reduces brake pad wear. Do
not exceed engine speed limits (see
pages 78 or 80).
After hard braking, it is advisable to
drive on for some time, rather than
immediately parking, so the air stream
will cool down the brakes faster.
Warning!
After driving in heavy rain for some
time without applying the brakes or
through water deep enough to wet
brake components, the first braking
action may be somewhat reduced
and increased pedal pressure may be
necessary. Be sure to maintain a safe
distance from vehicles in front.
The condition of the parking brake
system is checked each time the car is
in the shop for the required
maintenance.
Between maintenance checks, it is a
good practice to apply the parking
brake once or twice while driving at
approximately 50 km/h (30 mph) on a
dry straight road. Apply parking brake
lightly until a slight drag on the wheels
is felt. Keep applying the brake for
about 10 seconds while pulling the release handle out before releasing the
parking brake completely. This
practice will keep the parking brake at
maximum efficiency.
Warning!
The stop lamps will not come on
when applying the parking brake
only. Perform the procedure in the
previous paragraph only when the
road is clear of other traffic.
Resting your foot on the brake pedal
will cause excessive and premature
wear of the brake pads.
It can also result in the brakes
overheating thereby significantly
reducing their effectiveness. It may
not be possible to stop the car in
sufficient time to avoid an accident.
All checks and maintenance work on
the brake system should be carried out
by an authorized MERCEDES-BENZ
dealer.
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If the parking brake is released and the
brake warning lamp in the instrument
cluster stays on, the brake fluid level in
the reservoir is too low.
Brake pad wear or a leak in the system
may be the reason for low brake fluid
in the reservoir.
Have the brake system inspected at an
authorized MERCEDES-BENZ dealer
immediately.
Install only brake pads and brake fluid
recommended by MERCEDES-BENZ.
Warning!
Tires
Warning!
Do not allow your tires to wear down
too far. With less than 3 mm (1/8 in)
of tread, the adhesion properties on
a wet road are sharply reduced.
Depending upon the weather and/or
road surface (conditions), the tire
traction varies widely.
Specified tire pressures must be
maintained. This applies particularly if
the tires are subjected to high loads
(e.g. high speeds, heavy loads, high
ambient temperatures).
Warning!
If other than recommended brake
pads are installed, the braking
properties of the vehicle can be
affected to an extent that the safety is
substantially impaired.
Tread wear indicators (TWI) are
required by law. These indicators are
located in six places on the tread
circumference and become visible at a
depth of approx. 2 mm (1/16 in), at
which point the tire is considered worn
and should be replaced.
The tread wear indicator appears as a
solid band across the tread.
Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat
tire affects the ability to steer or
brake the vehicle. You may lose
control of the car. Continued driving
with a flat tire or driving at high
speed with a flat tire will cause
excessive heat build-up and possibly
a fire, or tire blowout.
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Aquaplaning
Depending on the depth of the water
layer on the road, aquaplaning may
occur, even at low speeds and with new
tires. Avoid track grooves in the road
arid apply brakes cautiously in the rain.
Tire Traction
The safe speed on a wet, snow covered
or icy road is always lower than on a
dry road.
You should pay particular attention to
the condition of the road as soon as the
prevailing temperatures fall close to the
freezing point.
Warning!
If ice has formed on the road, tire
traction will be substantially reduced.
Under such weather conditions, drive,
steer and brake with extreme caution.
We recommend M + S radial-ply tires
for the winter season for all four
wheels to insure normal balanced
handling characteristics.
On packed snow, they can reduce your
stopping distance as compared with
summer tires. Stopping distance,
however, is still considerably greater
than when the road is wet or dry.
Parking
Warning!
To reduce the risk of personal injury
as a result of vehicle movement,
before turning off the engine and
leaving the vehicle always:
1.Keep foot on brake pedal.
2.Firmly depress parking
brake pedal.
3.Engage first or reverse
gear (selector lever position "P"
in the case of automatic
transmissions).
4.Slowly release brake pedal.
5.Turn front wheels towards
the road curb,
6.Turn the key to steering
lock position 0 and remove.
Important!
It is advisable to set the parking brake
whenever parking or leaving the
vehicle. In addition, engage first or
reverse gear (selector lever position
"P"). When parking on hills, always set
the parking brake.
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Winter Driving Instructions
The most important rule for slippery or
icy roads is to drive sensibly and to
avoid abrupt acceleration, braking and
steering action. Do not use the cruise
control system under such conditions.
When the vehicle is in danger of
skidding, declutch, or in case of
automatic transmission move selector
lever to position "N". Try to keep the
vehicle under control by corrective
steering action.
Road salts and chemicals can adversely
affect braking efficiency. Increased
pedal force may
become necessary to produce the
normal brake effect. We therefore
recommend depressing the brake pedal
repeatedly when traveling on saltstrewn roads at length. This can bring
road salt impaired braking efficiency
back to normal. A prerequisite is,
however, that this is possible without
endangering other drivers on the road.
If the vehicle is parked after being
driven on salt treated roads, the braking
efficiency should be tested as soon as
possible after driving is resumed while
observing the safety rules in the
previous paragraph.
Warning!
If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow,
make sure that snow is kept clear of
the exhaust pipe and from around
the vehicle with engine running.
Otherwise, deadly carbon monoxide
(CO) gases may enter vehicle interior
resulting in unconsciousness and
death.
To assure sufficient fresh air
ventilation, open a window slightly on
the side of the car that is out of the
wind.
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Operation
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Air Outlets
1 Air volume control
for left air outlet, turn left to open
2 Air volume control for left center
air outlet, turn left to open
3 Air volume control for right center
air outlet, turn left to open
4 Air volume control for right air
outlet, turn left to open
5 Left center air outlet, adjustable
6 Right center air outlet, adjustable
7 Side air outlet, left and right,
adjustable
Push-buttons for center air
Outlets
8 Heated air supply
(red indicator)
9 Non-heated/cooled air supply
(blue indicator)
Basic mode:
None of the push-buttons (8 or 9)
is pressed.
Note:
Dust particles (down to a certain size)
and pollen are filtered out before
outside air enters the passenger
compartment through the air
distribution system.
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Automatic Climate Control
Left side passenger compartment:
1 Temperature selector
2 Temperature display
3 Automatic mode
4 Air distribution buttons
5 Defrost
6 Residual engine heat
utilization
7 Air recirculation
8 Air volume selector
9 Economy
10 Selection switch
11 Off
Right side passenger
compartment:
12 Temperature selector
13 Temperature display
14 Automatic mode
15 Air distribution buttons
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The temperature selected with the
temperature selector is reached as
quickly as possible.
The temperature selector should be left
at the desired temperature setting.
With the center air outlets open and the
system in heating mode, switch the
outlets to non-heated/ cooled air by
pressing the blue button (indicator lamp
lights up).
With the center air outlets open and the
system in cooling mode, switch the
outlets to non-heated/ fresh air by
pressing the red button (indicator lamp
lights up).
The system will not heat or cool any
quicker by setting a higher or lower
temperature.
The automatic climate control only
operates with the engine running.
The automatic climate control removes
considerable moisture from the air
during operation in the cooling mode. It
is normal for water to drip on the
ground through ducts in the underbody.
1, 12 Temperature Selector
The desired interior temperature can be
selected separately for the left and right
side of the passenger compartment.
A basic setting in the white field of the
selector is recommended, and can be
used for driving year round.
The selected temperature can be shown
in the display window (2) in either °F
or °C.
3, 14 Automatic Mode
This is the normal setting.
Air volume and distribution are
controlled automatically.
To select: Pressbutton
(indicator lamp lights up).
To change selection:
Press,,,or
button (indicator lamp of selected
button lights up). The indicator lamp
forbutton goes out.
Note:
If the Automatic Climate Control is in
the "Diagnosis Mode", turn key in
steering lock to position 0 to return it
to its normal operation.
5 Defrost
Maximum heated and automatically
controlled amount of air is directed to
the windshield and side windows.
As the engine coolant temperature
increases, the air volume is
automatically increased, thereby
defrosting as quickly as possible.
Open and direct air outlets (7) towards
the side windows.
Note:
Pressonce again to return to
previous setting.
Defogging Windows
Switch off,or switch on
(left and right side), or switch on.
Note:
To quickly defog the inside of the
windshield, select the largest air
volume and air distribution button
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6 Residual Engine Heat
Utilization
With the engine switched off, it is
possible to continue heating the interior
for a short while. The rear passenger
compartment air outlet must be closed.
The system will automatically shut off
•after approx. 30 minutes,
• if the engine coolant temperature
drops below 122°F (50 °C),
• if the battery voltage drops.
The system will automatically
switch from recirculated air to fresh
air if buttonis pressed
• after approx. 5 minutes at
outside temperatures below
approx. 40°F(5°C),
Air volume and distribution are
controlled automatically.
To select:
Turn key in steering lock to position
1 or 0 or remove key.
Pressbutton (indicator lamp lights
up). This function selection will not
activate if the engine coolant
temperature is below 40°C (105°F) or
if the battery charge is insufficient.
To cancel:
•Pressbutton
(indicator lamp goes out).
•Turn key in steering lock to
position 2.
7 Air Recirculation
Outside air is not supplied to the car's
interior.
This mode can be selected to prevent
annoying odors or dust from entering
the car's interior.
To select: Pressbutton
(indicator lamp lights up).
To cancel:
Pressbutton
(indicator lamp goes out).
• after approx. 20 minutes, at
outside temperatures above
approx. 40°F(5°C).
If buttonis pressed:
• after approx. 5 minutes.
Notes:
If the windows should fog up from the
inside, switch from recirculated air back
to fresh air.
At high outside temperatures, the
system automatically engages the
recirculated air mode thereby
increasing the cooling capacity
performance, switching to partially fresh
air within 20 minutes.
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7 Air Volume Selector
11 Off
The air volume is automatically
regulated in
AUTO = Normal setting
and all intermediate positions, except
when selecting
MIN= minimum air flow, MAX=
maximum air flow.
8 Economy
The function of this setting
corresponds to the automatic mode.
However, because the air conditioning
compressor will not engage (fuel
savings), it is not possible to air
condition in this setting.
The fresh air supply to the car interior
is shut off.
While driving, use this setting only
temporarily, otherwise the windshield
could fog up.
Important!
This vehicle is equipped with an air
conditioner system that uses HFC134a (ozone-friendly hydrofluorocarbon) as a refrigerant.
Repairs should always be performed
by a qualified technician, and
refrigerant should be collected in a
recovery system for recycling.
Rear Passenger Compartment
Adjustable Air Outlet
Slide switch (1) up to open outlet for
fresh/cooled air only.
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Rear Passenger Compartment
Climate Control
1 Temperature selector, left side
2 Temperature selector, right side
A basic setting in the white field of the
selector is recommended.
3 Air volume selector
The air volume can be varied
continuously. The air flow is switched
off with selector in position "0".
4Adjustable air outlet, left side
5Adjustable air outlet, right side
6Air distribution slide
Top position: air flow from air
outlets (4 and 5). Bottom position:
air flow from air outlets beneath
front seats.
Intermediate positions can be
selected for a mixed air flow.
Note:
The rear passenger climate control
does not operate with automatic climate
control inmode or switched off
with button.
Activated Charcoal Filter
1 Switch on
2 Switch off
An activated charcoal filter markedly
reduces bad odors and removes
pollutants from the air entering the
passenger compartment. When pressing
buttonorthe filter is also
switched off.
Note:
The activated charcoal filter should be
switched off when windows fog up on
the inside, or if the passenger
compartment needs to be quickly
heated up or cooled down.
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Car Keys
Included with your vehicle are
• 2 Master keys with infrared
remote control
• 1 Master key
• 1 Valet key
• 1 Flat key
Infrared Remote Control with
Master Key
Master Key
The master key fits all locks on the car.
Valet Key
We recommend that you carry the flat
key with you and keep it. in a safe
place (e.g. your wallet) so that it is
always handy. Never leave the flat key
in the vehicle.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always
remove the key from the steering
lock. Do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle
equipment may cause serious
personal injury.
The master key fits all locks on the car.
The transmitter for the infrared remote
control is located in the key holder, the
receivers are located next to the door
locks and below the trunk lock.
The valet key fits only the door locks
and the steering lock.
The valet key will not fit the trunk lock
or storage compartment eyeglasses
compartment lock in the dashboard.
Flat Key
The flat key fits all locks on the Car.
Obtaining Replacement Keys
Your vehicle is equipped with a theft
deterrent locking system requiring a
special key manufacturing process. For
security reasons, replacement keys can
only be obtained via your authorized
MERCEDES-BENZ dealer.
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Master Key in Key Holder
Infrared Remote Control
3Receiver in door handle
1 Release button for master key
Releasing: press release button (1). The
key unfolds from the holder by itself.
Storing: press release button (1) and
fold key back into holder.
1Transmit button
2Transmitter eye and battery check
The vehicle can be centrally locked
and unlocked with infrared remote
control.
The transmitter is located in the key
holder; the receivers are located
next to the door locks and below the
trunk lock.
Unlocking:
Aim transmitter eye (2) at a receiver
(3) and press transmit button (1).
Distance to receiver max. 20 ft (6 m).
The green indicator lamps on the
receivers should blink. They stop
blinking when the vehicle is unlocked.
Note:
If the trunk was previously locked
separately, it will remain locked
(see Index).
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Locking:
Notes:
Aim transmitter eye (2) at a receiver
(3) and press transmit button (1).
Distance to receiver max. 20 ft (6 m).
The red indicator lamp on the receiver
should blink. It stops blinking after
approximately 3 seconds when the
vehicle is properly locked.
If a door or the trunk is not properly
closed after you attempt to lock the
vehicle by remote control, the red
indicator lamps will continue to blink
(max. 10 seconds). Open the door or
trunk lid, close it properly, and' lock
the car again.
If the vehicle cannot be locked or
unlocked by pressing the transmit
button (1), then it may be necessary to
change the batteries in the transmitter
(if ok, battery indicator lamp in
transmitter will light when
transmitting) or to synchronize the
system, see Testing Infrared RemoteControl in Index.
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