Mercedes S 55 AMG 2004, S 600 2004, S 500 2004, S 430 2004 User Manual

S-Class Operator’s Manual

S430 S 430 4MATIC S500 S 500 4MATIC S 55 AMG S600

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. Furthermore, 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 help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of time:

앫 Please read this manual carefully, then

return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

앫 Please follow the recommendations

contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

앫 Please pay attention to 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.

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents

Introduction .......................................... 9

Product information................................ 9

Operator’s Manual............................... 10

Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of

Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11

Maintenance .................................. 12

Roadside Assistance ...................... 12

Change of address or ownership.... 12

Operating your vehicle outside

the USA or Canada......................... 13

Where to find it.................................... 14

Symbols............................................... 15

Operating safety .................................. 16

Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16

Problems with your vehicle.................. 17

Reporting safety defects...................... 18

Reporting safety defects ................ 18

At a glance .......................................... 19

Cockpit................................................. 20

Instrument cluster ................................ 22

Multifunction steering wheel ................ 24

Center console ..................................... 25

Upper part ...................................... 25

Lower part ...................................... 26

Overhead control panel ........................ 27

Door control panel................................ 28

Getting started................................... 29

Unlocking ............................................. 30

Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 30

Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*......... 32

Adjusting .............................................. 34

Seats .............................................. 34

Steering wheel................................ 37

Mirrors............................................ 38

Driving.................................................. 40

Fastening the seat belts ................. 40

Starting the engine ......................... 43

Switching on headlamps................. 47

Turn signals and high beam ............ 47

Windshield wipers........................... 48

Problems while driving.................... 50

Parking and locking.............................. 51

Parking brake ................................. 52

Switching off headlamps................. 53

Turning off the engine..................... 53

Contents

Safety and Security ........................... 57

Occupant safety................................... 58

Airbags ........................................... 59

Seat belts ....................................... 64

Preventive occupant safety

(PRE-SAFE) ..................................... 68

Children in the vehicle.................... 69

Override switch for rear passenger

compartment.................................. 74

Panic alarm .......................................... 76

Activating ....................................... 76

Deactivating ................................... 76

Driving safety systems......................... 77

ABS ................................................ 77

BAS ................................................ 78

ESP................................................. 79

Four wheel electronic traction

system (4MATIC) with the ESP ....... 82

Anti-theft systems................................ 83

Immobilizer..................................... 83

Anti-theft alarm system.................. 83

Tow-away alarm ............................. 85

Controls in detail............................... 87

Locking and unlocking......................... 88

SmartKey ....................................... 88

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ........ 91

Opening the doors from the inside. 96 Opening the trunk lid from the

outside ........................................... 97

Opening the trunk lid from the

inside ............................................. 97

Closing the trunk lid....................... 98

Trunk lid opening/closing system* 99

Trunk lid emergency release ........ 104

Separately locking the trunk lid ... 105 Separately unlocking the trunk lid 105 Power closing assist for doors and

trunk lid........................................ 106

Automatic central locking ............ 106

Locking and unlocking from the

inside ........................................... 107

Seats ................................................. 108

Easy-entry/exit feature ................ 108

Removing and installing front seat

head restraints............................. 109

Rear seat head restraints............. 110

Lumbar support ........................... 112

Multicontour backrest*................ 112

Drive-dynamic seat* .................... 113

Seat heating*............................... 114

Seat ventilation*.......................... 117

Rear seats.................................... 118

Memory function ............................... 121

Storing positions into memory..... 122

Recalling positions from memory. 122 Storing exterior rear view mirror

parking position ........................... 122

Lighting ............................................. 124

Exterior lamp switch .................... 124

Combination switch ..................... 128

Hazard warning flasher ................ 128

Interior lighting ............................ 129

Courtesy lighting.......................... 130

Instrument cluster ............................. 131

Instrument cluster illumination .... 131

Coolant temperature gauge ......... 132

Trip odometer .............................. 132

Tachometer.................................. 133

Outside temperature indicator..... 133

Contents

Control system .................................. 134

Multifunction display.................... 134

Multifunction steering wheel........ 135

Menus .......................................... 137

Standard display menu ................ 139

AUDIO menu ................................ 139

CD changer* operating mode ...... 142

TEL menu* ................................... 144

NAVI menu................................... 147

Distronic* menu........................... 147

Trip computer menu..................... 148

Malfunction memory menu .......... 150

Settings menu.............................. 151

Automatic transmission..................... 164

One-touch gearshifting................. 165

Gear ranges ................................. 166

Gear selector lever position ......... 167

Steering wheel gearshift control

(Speedshift) S 55 AMG................. 168

Program mode selector switch..... 170

Accelerator position..................... 170

Manual shift program S 55 AMG .. 171 Emergency operation

(Limp home mode) ....................... 173

Good visibility..................................... 174

Rear view mirror ........................... 174

Electrically folding exterior rear

view mirrors .................................. 176

Windshield wipers......................... 177

Headlamp cleaning system*

(Standard on S 500, S 600,

S 55 AMG) .................................... 177

Sun visors ..................................... 178

Rear window sunshade* ............... 179

Rear door window sunshade* ....... 179

Automatic climate control .................. 180

Setting the temperature................ 183

Adjusting air distribution............... 184

Adjusting air volume ..................... 186

Maximum cooling MAXCOOL........ 186

Defrosting ..................................... 187

Air recirculation mode .................. 187

Charcoal filter ............................... 188

Rear window defroster.................. 189

Deactivating the climate control

system .......................................... 190

Air conditioning............................. 190

Residual heat and ventilation........ 191

Ventilated storage compartment

(except S 55 AMG) ....................... 192

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air vents ...................... 192

Rear passenger compartment

climate control*............................ 193

Power windows .................................. 195

Opening and closing the windows 195 Synchronizing the power windows 198

Sliding/pop-up roof............................ 199

Opening and closing the

sliding/pop-up roof....................... 199

Synchronizing the sliding/

pop-up roof................................... 202

Driving systems.................................. 203

Cruise control ............................... 203

Distronic* ..................................... 206

AIRMATIC ..................................... 218

Active Body Control (ABC)* .......... 220

Parktronic* (Parking assist).......... 224

Loading .............................................. 229

Roof rack* .................................... 229

Loading instructions ..................... 229

Cargo tie-down hooks................... 230

Contents

Useful features .................................. 231

Storage compartments................. 231

Ashtrays ....................................... 238

Cigarette lighters.......................... 239

Heated steering wheel* ............... 240

Telephone*................................... 241

Tele Aid ........................................ 242

Garage door opener ..................... 250

Infrared reflecting windshield....... 256

Operation ......................................... 257

The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ......... 258

Driving instructions............................ 259

Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 259

Drinking and driving ..................... 259

Pedals .......................................... 259

Power assistance ......................... 259

Brakes.......................................... 260

Driving off .................................... 261

Parking......................................... 261

Tires ............................................. 262

Hydroplaning................................ 263

Tire traction.................................. 263

Tire speed rating .......................... 263

Winter driving instructions ........... 264

Standing water............................. 265

Passenger compartment .............. 266

Driving abroad.............................. 266

Control and operation of radio

transmitters ................................. 266

Catalytic converter....................... 267

Emission control .......................... 267

Coolant temperature.................... 268

At the gas station .............................. 269

Refueling...................................... 269

Check regularly and before a

long trip ....................................... 270

Engine compartment ......................... 272

Hood ............................................ 272

Engine oil ..................................... 273

Transmission fluid level................ 278

Active Body Control* (ABC*)

fluid level ..................................... 278

Coolant ........................................ 278

Battery ......................................... 280

Windshield washer system and

headlamp cleaning system*......... 281

Tires and wheels................................ 282

Important guidelines .................... 282

Life of tires................................... 283

Direction of rotation..................... 283

Checking tire inflation pressure ... 283

Rotating wheels ........................... 291

Winter driving .................................... 292

Winter tires .................................. 292

Block heater (Canada only) .......... 293

Snow chains................................. 293

Contents

Maintenance...................................... 294

Clearing the service indicator ...... 294

Service term exceeded ................ 294

Calling up the service indicator.... 295

Resetting the service indicator..... 295

Vehicle care....................................... 296

Cleaning and care of vehicle ........ 296

Practical hints .................................. 303

What to do if …? ................................. 304

Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 304

Lamp in center console................. 311

Messages in the display................ 312

Where will I find ...? ............................ 344

First aid kit.................................... 344

Vehicle jack, vehicle tool kit,

luggage bowl, spare wheel............ 344

Unlocking/locking in an emergency... 348

Unlocking the vehicle.................... 348

Locking the vehicle ....................... 349

Replacing batteries in

the SmartKey/ SmartKey with

KEYLESS-GO* ............................... 349

Fuel filler flap ................................ 351

Opening/closing in an emergency ..... 352

Sliding/pop-up roof ...................... 352

Replacing bulbs .................................. 353

Bulbs............................................. 353

Replacing bulbs for front lamps .... 355

Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 358

Replacing wiper blades ...................... 359

Removing wiper blades................. 359

Installing wiper blades .................. 360

Flat tire............................................... 361

Preparing the vehicle .................... 361

Mounting the spare wheel ............ 361

Battery ............................................... 366

Disconnecting the battery ............ 367

Removing the battery ................... 367

Charging and reinstalling battery.. 367

Reconnecting the battery ............. 368

Jump starting...................................... 369

Towing the vehicle.............................. 371

Installing towing eye bolt .............. 373

Fuses.................................................. 374

Fuse boxes in passenger

compartment ................................ 374

Fuse boxes in engine

compartment ................................ 375

Emergency engine shut-down....... 376

Contents

Technical data.................................. 377

Spare parts service............................ 378

Warranty coverage............................. 379

Loss of Service and Warranty

Information Booklet...................... 379

Identification labels............................ 380

Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 381

S 430 / S 500 (all models)........... 381

S 55 AMG..................................... 381

S 600 ........................................... 381

Engine................................................ 382

Rims and tires.................................... 384

Same size tires............................. 385

Mixed size tires ............................ 387

Spare wheel ................................. 388

Electrical system................................ 389

Main dimensions and weights............ 390

Main dimensions .......................... 390

Weights ........................................ 390

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 391

Capacities .................................... 391

Engine oils.................................... 393

Engine oil additives ...................... 393

Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 393

Brake fluid.................................... 394

Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 394

Fuel requirements ........................ 394

Gasoline additives........................ 395

Coolants....................................... 395

Windshield and headlamp washer

system ......................................... 398

Consumer information....................... 399

Uniform tire quality grading ......... 399

Technical terms............................... 401

Index................................................. 407

왔

Product information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz 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 special suitability for Mercedes-Benz 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.

Introduction

Product information

Genuine Mercedes-Benz 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.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

왔 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 Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

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 Mercedes-Benz 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.

Service and warranty information

The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:

앫 New Car Limited Warranty

앫 Emission System Warranty

앫 Emission Performance Warranty

앫 California, Maine, Massachusetts, and

Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)

앫 State Warranty Enforcement Laws

(Lemon Laws)

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles (approx. 29 000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs:

(1) the same substantial defect or mal-

function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,

(2) the same substantial defect or mal-

function of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or

(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason

of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

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Operator’s Manual

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-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer 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.

Change of address or ownership

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise.

If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.

If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

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Operator’s Manual

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

앫 service facilities or replacement parts

may not be readily available,

앫 unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat-

alytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,

앫 gasoline may have a considerably low-

er octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.

Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:

In the USA:

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

Introduction

Where to find it

왔 Where to find it

This Operator’s Manual is designed to provide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. For you to find information quickly each section has its own reference color:

At a glance

Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.

Getting started

Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are renting or borrowing this vehicle.

Safety and Security

Here you will find descriptions of the safety features of your vehicle.

Controls in detail

Here you will find detailed information about the equipment installed in your vehicle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes technical innovations. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.

Operation

Here you will find all the information you need for the proper operation of your vehicle.

Practical hints

This section provides fast assistance for dealing with problems you may encounter.

Technical data

All important technical data for your vehicle can be found in this section.

Indexes

The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms.

The table of contents and the index are designed to help you find information quickly and easily.

The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation:

앫 this Operator’s Manual

앫 the Service Booklet

Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle.

왔 Symbols

The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:

* Optional equipment is identified

with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

Warning! G

Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others.

Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle.

Helpful hints or further information you may find useful.

Introduction

Symbols

왘 This symbol points to instructions for

you to follow.

왘 A number of these symbols appearing

in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure.

컄 Page This symbol tells you where to

look for further information on a topic.

컄컄 This continuation symbol marks

an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page.

-> In the glossary of technical terms, this symbol is used to indicate cross-references to term definitions.

DISPLAY

Words appearing in the multifunction display are printed in the type shown here.

Introduction

Operating safety

왔 Operating safety

Warning! G

Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle.

See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components.

Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.

Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving.

Warning! G

Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels, for example when running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road.

Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.

Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules:

앫 the safety precautions in this manual

앫 the “Technical data” section in this

manual

앫 traffic rules and regulations

앫 motor vehicle laws and safety stan-

dards

Warning! G

Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. You should not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removal of any of these labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.

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Problems with your vehicle

왔 Problems with your vehicle

If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:

In the USA:

Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario, M4G 4C9

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Reporting safety defects

왔 Reporting safety defects

For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966.”

Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Multifunction steering wheel

Center console

Overhead control panel

Door control panel

At a glance

Cockpit

왔 Cockpit

At a glance

Cockpit

Item Page

1 Combination switch

앫 Turn signals

앫 Windshield wipers

앫 High beam

2 Cruise control lever

앫 Cruise control

앫 Distronic*

128

210

203

206

3 Instrument cluster 22

4 Multifunction steering

wheel

5 Gear range indicator, clock 22

6 Lever for voice control sys-

tem*, see separate operating instructions

Item Page

7 Front Parktronic* (Parking

226 assist) warning indicator for right front area

8 Overhead control panel 27

9 Glove box lock 231

a Glove box lid release 231

b Glove box 231

c Center console 25

d Starter switch 31

e Horn

f Steering wheel adjustment

stalk

Heated steering wheel*

240

Item Page

g Parking brake pedal 45

h Hood lock release 272

j Parking brake release 45

k Door control panel 28

l Exterior lamp switch 124

m Headlamp washer button* 177

n Front Parktronic* (Parking

226 assist) warning indicator for left front area

At a glance

Instrument cluster

왔 Instrument cluster

At a glance

Instrument cluster

Item Page

1 Coolant temperature gauge 132

2 Fuel gauge with:

Fuel reserve warning lamp 308

3 L Left turn signal

indicator lamp

K Right turn signal

indicator lamp

4 Speedometer with:

v ESP warning lamp 308

l Distance warning

307

lamp

Vehicles without Distronic*: Warning lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should go out when the engine is running.

5 Tachometer 133

6 Right display with:

< Seat belt telltale 308

Item Page

A High beam headlamp

indicator

- Antilock Brake Sys-

304 tem (ABS) warning lamp

7 Reset button 131

8 Display with:

앫 Program mode 170

앫 Gear range indicator 166

앫 Digital clock (see

COMAND operating instructions)

9 Multifunction display

with:

앫 Trip odometer 132

앫 Main odometer 132

Stored speed for:

앫 Cruise control 203

앫 Distronic* 206

Item Page

a Outside temperature indica-

tor

b Left display with:

1 Supplemental

restraint system indicator lamp

; Brake warning lamp,

USA only

3 Brake warning lamp,

Canada only

? Engine malfunction

indicator lamp, USA only

± Engine malfunction

indicator lamp, Canada only

H Tire pressure warning

lamp

c Knob for instrument cluster

illumination

133

310

305

306

287,

309

131

At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel

왔 Multifunction steering wheel

Item Page

1 Multifunction display 134

Operating control system

2 Selecting the submenu or

setting the volume

æ up / to increase

ç down / to decrease

3 Telephone*: Press button

s to take a call

to dial a call

t to end a call

to reject an incoming call

134

135

144

Item Page

4 Menu systems: Press

button

è for next system

ÿ for previous system

5 Moving within a menu:

Press button

j for next display

k for previous display

135

왔 Center console

Upper part

Item Page

1 Switch for rear window

sunshade

2 Parking assist (Parktronic*

system) deactivation switch

3 Airmatic or ABC* switch 220

4 Level control switch 222

5 Central locking switch

Anti-theft alarm system indicator lamp

6 Hazard warning flasher

on/off switch

7 Central unlocking switch 107

8 ESP control switch 80

179

227

107

128

At a glance

Center console

Item Page

9 Rear seat head restraints,

switch for folding down

a Tow-away alarm switch 85

b COMAND system (see

separate operating instructions)

c Automatic climate control 194

d Ashtray

Lighter

110

238 239

At a glance

Center console

Lower part

Item Page

1 KEYLESS-GO* start /stop

button

2 Gear selector lever for

automatic transmission

3 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF

indicator lamp

4 Thumbwheel for setting

distance in Distronic*

5 Distance warning func-

tion* on/off switch

6 Lower storage compart-

ments

7 Program mode selector for

automatic transmission

213

232

170

왔 Overhead control panel

Item Page

1 Left reading lamp on/off 130

2 Rear interior lighting

on/off

3 Right reading lamp on/off 130

4 Interior lighting control 129

5 Sliding/pop-up roof 199

6 Hands-free microphone for

Tele Aid (emergency call system), telephone*, and voice control system* (see separate operating instructions)

7 Rear view mirror 38

8 Garage door opener 250

9 Tele Aid (emergency call

system) button

130

242

245

At a glance

Overhead control panel

At a glance

Door control panel

왔 Door control panel

Item Page

1 Door handle 96

2 Memory function (for stor-

ing seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel settings)

3 Seat heating*

Seat ventilation*

4 Seat adjustment 35

5 Exterior mirror adjustment 38,

6 Switches for opening/clos-

ing front door windows

121

114

117

174

195

Item Page

7 Rear passenger compart-

ment override switch

8 Switches for opening/clos-

ing rear windows

9 Remote trunk lid release

switch

Trunk lid opening/closing system* switch

195

Getting started

Unlocking

Adjusting

Driving

Parking and locking

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