Mercedes-Benz C 230 Kompressor 2002, C-Class Sportscoupe 2002 User Manual

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C-Class Sportcoupé
Operator’s Manual
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C 230 Kompressor
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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 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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Introduction
Product information .......................... 7
Operator’s manual ............................. 8
Where to find it ................................ 13
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15
Instruments and controls
Instruments and controls ............... 18
Door control panel ....................... 20
Overhead control panel............... 21
Dashboard ..................................... 22
Center console .............................. 24
Operation
Vehicle keys ...................................... 28
Start lock-out..................................... 30
General notes on the
central locking system ............... 30
Central locking system ................... 31
Radio frequency and
infrared remote control ............... 31
Locking and unlocking................ 33
Choosing global or selective
mode on remote control.............. 33
Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof
from outside ................................. 34
Panic button ................................. 35
Mechanical keys .......................... 35
Doors ................................................. 36
Central locking switch.................... 38
Automatic central locking.............. 40
Emergency unlocking
in case of accident...................... 40
Trunk.................................................. 41
Trunk lid emergency release ....... 43
Antitheft alarm system................... 44
Tow-away alarm ............................... 46
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 47
Front seat adjustment..................... 48
Removal and installation of
front seat head restraints.......... 54
Front seat backrest
- locking and unlocking............. 56
Heated seats..................................... 58
Rear seat head restraints............... 60
Seat belts and integrated
restraint system .......................... 62
Seat belts........................................... 62
Seat belt nonusage
warning system ........................... 63
TM
BabySmart
airbag
deactivation system.................... 69
TM
Self-test BabySmart
without
special child seat installed ........ 69
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS)................................ 70
Emergency tensioning
retractor (ETR)............................. 71
Airbags .............................................. 72
Safety guidelines for the seat
belt, emergency tensioning
retractor and airbag.................... 80
Infant and child
restraint systems......................... 82
Steering wheel adjustment
(manual) ....................................... 87
Steering wheel adjustment
(electrical) .................................... 88
Rear view mirrors............................ 89
Instrument cluster........................... 96
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Multifunction steering wheel,
multifunction display ............... 102
Trip and main odometer and
sub menu.................................... 106
Audio systems ................................ 108
Radio ............................................ 108
CD player ..................................... 109
Cassette player ........................... 110
Telephone......................................... 111
Navigation system........................... 116
Trip computer................................. 117
Malfunction/warning
message memory ....................... 119
Individual settings......................... 121
Setting the audio volume.............. 136
Coolant temperature gauge.......... 137
Flexible service system (FSS)...... 138
Engine oil level indicator.............. 141
Engine oil consumption................ 142
Exterior lamp switch..................... 143
Headlamp mode ............................. 144
Night security illumination ......... 146
Locator lighting.......................... 147
Headlamp cleaning system .......... 147
Combination switch ...................... 148
Hazard warning flasher switch.... 151
Climate control .............................. 152
Automatic climate control............ 160
Front center console storage
compartment ventilation.......... 171
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air outlets ............... 172
Operation Audio and
telephone ................................... 173
Operating safety ............................ 173
Operating and display elements.. 174
Button and soft key operation...... 176
Component malfunctions............. 195
Power windows.............................. 197
Sunshade for panorama
sliding/pop-up roof .................. 199
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof .... 200
Interior lighting ............................. 203
Sun visors....................................... 205
Vanity mirrors................................ 205
Interior............................................. 206
Storage compartments
and armrests ..............................206
Glove box..................................... 207
Cup holder ...................................... 210
Ashtrays .......................................... 211
Lighter ............................................. 213
Parcel net in front passenger
footwell ....................................... 214
Split folding rear seat bench........ 215
Luggage cover – removal
and installation ......................... 217
Loading instructions (vehicle
with enlarged cargo area)........ 218
Cellular telephone ......................... 219
Telephone, general ........................ 220
Garage door opener ....................... 221
Driving
Control and operation of
radio transmitters ..................... 226
The first 1 000 miles
(1 500 km) ................................. 227
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Maintenance ................................... 227
Tele Aid............................................ 228
Catalytic converter......................... 238
Emission control ............................ 239
Starter switch ................................. 240
Starting and turning off
the engine .................................. 242
Manual transmission .................... 244
Automatic transmission................ 246
Parking brake................................. 256
Driving instructions ...................... 257
Drive sensibly – Save Fuel........ 257
Drinking and driving................. 257
Pedals........................................... 257
Power assistance ........................ 258
Brakes .......................................... 258
Driving off ................................... 259
Parking ........................................ 260
Tires ............................................. 261
Snow chains ................................ 263
Winter driving instructions...... 264
Deep water .................................. 266
Passenger compartment............ 267
Traveling abroad......................... 267
Cruise control ................................ 268
Brake assist system (BAS)............ 271
Antilock brake system (ABS)....... 272
Electronic stability program
(ESP) ........................................... 274
What you should know
at the gas station ...................... 278
Check regularly and before
a long trip .................................. 280
Instrument cluster display
Malfunction and indicator
lamps in the instrument
cluster......................................... 282
On-board diagnostic system......... 283
Check engine malfunction
indicator lamp ............................ 283
Brake warning lamp .................. 284
Supplemental restraint
system (SRS) indicator lamp .... 285
Fuel reserve warning ................ 286
ABS malfunction indicator
lamp ............................................. 287
Electronic stability program
(ESP) — warning lamp ............... 288
Seat belt nonusage warning
lamp ............................................288
Malfunction and indicator
lamp in the center console ...... 289
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp..... 289
Malfunction and warning
messages in the
multifunction display ............... 290
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE ................ 291
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR........ 292
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM..... 293
BRAKE ASSIST ........................... 293
BRAKE PAD WEAR .................... 294
BRAKE FLUID............................. 294
PARKING BRAKE ....................... 295
SEAT BELT SYSTEM................... 295
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) .. 296
COOLANT (coolant level).......... 297
COOLANT
(coolant temperature)................ 298
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 299
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LIGHTING SYSTEM.................... 300
LIGHT SENSOR........................... 302
DOOR............................................ 302
TRUNK OPEN ............................. 303
HOOD ........................................... 303
TELEPHONE – FUNCTION........ 304
TELE AID ..................................... 304
WASHER FLUID.......................... 305
RESTRAINT SYSTEM................. 306
KEY............................................... 306
FUEL RESERVE .......................... 307
UNDERVOLTAGE........................ 307
STEERING WHEEL ADJUST...... 308
Practical hints
First aid kit...................................... 310
Stowing things in the vehicle ...... 311
Fuses................................................ 311
Hood................................................. 315
Automatic transmission
fluid level ................................... 317
Adding engine oil........................... 318
Coolant level................................... 319
Adding coolant ............................ 319
Windshield and headlamp
washer system .......................... 320
Spare wheel, storage
compartment............................. 321
Vehicle tools and air pump .......... 322
Vehicle jack.................................... 323
Wheels ............................................ 324
Tire replacement........................ 324
Rotating wheels ......................... 325
Spare wheel.................................... 326
Changing wheels........................... 327
Inflating the collapsible
spare tire..................................... 333
Storing spare wheel in
wheel well................................... 334
Tire inflation pressure ................. 335
Battery............................................. 336
Jump starting.................................. 338
Towing the vehicle ........................ 341
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking .................. 344
Exterior lamps ............................... 345
Replacing bulbs ......................... 345
Changing batteries in the
electronic main key .................. 351
Synchronizing remote
control.......................................... 353
Emergency engine shut-down ..... 353
Fuel filler flap, manual release ... 354
Replacing wiper blade insert ....... 356
Roof rack ......................................... 357
Vehicle care
Cleaning and care of
the vehicle.................................. 360
Power washer.............................. 361
Tar stains ..................................... 361
Paintwork, painted body
components................................. 361
Engine cleaning.......................... 362
Vehicle washing ......................... 362
Ornamental moldings................ 363
Headlamps, taillamps,
turn signal lenses ...................... 363
Window cleaning........................ 363
Wiper blade................................. 363
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Light alloy wheels...................... 364
Instrument cluster ..................... 364
Steering wheel and
gear selector lever ......................364
Cup holder................................... 364
Seat belts ..................................... 365
Headliner and shelf below
rear window ................................ 365
Leather upholstery..................... 365
Hard plastic trim items ............. 365
Plastic and rubber parts............ 365
Technical data
Spare parts service ........................ 368
Warranty coverage......................... 368
Identification labels....................... 369
Layout of poly-V-belt drive............ 371
Technical data................................. 373
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. -
capacities ................................... 377
Engine oils ...................................... 379
Engine oil additives....................... 379
Air conditioner refrigerant........... 379
Brake fluid ...................................... 379
Premium unleaded gasoline........ 380
Fuel requirements......................... 380
Gasoline additives......................... 381
Coolants .......................................... 381
Consumer information ................. 383
Uniform tire quality grading ....... 383
Index
Index ............................................... 385
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Product information
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 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.
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.
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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 Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Service and warranty information
The 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,
California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
(California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),
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 or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and /or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one ore 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 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 malfunction 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 and have given us a direct opportunity to perform a repair ourselves, (2) the same substantial defect or malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us of the need for its repair and given us the opportunity to repair ourselves, 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.
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.
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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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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,
unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage
the catalysts,
gasoline may have a considerably lower 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: In Canada: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, 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 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.
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Where to find it
The Operator’s Manual is divided into eight sections:
• Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.
•Operation: Information on the vehicle’s equipment and its operation.
•Driving: Important information on driving.
• Instrument cluster display: Displays and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions.
•Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency.
• Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle.
• Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels,
coolants, lubricants etc. is contained here.
•Index: Key terms to help you find a topic quickly.
Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle’s equipment.
Explanation of color used:
Warning notices for the protection of yourself and others appear on red background.
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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 your 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 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. 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5
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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 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.
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Instruments and controls ............... 18
Door control panel ....................... 20
Overhead control panel............... 21
Dashboard ..................................... 22
Center console .............................. 24
Instruments and controls
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cluster display
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1 Door control panel, see page 20
2 Overhead control panel, see page 21
3 Dashboard, see page 22
4 Center console, see page 24
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Door control panel 1 Door handle, pull to open, see page 36
2 Memory function (optional), for storing seat,
steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror settings, see page 93
3 Front seat adjustment switch (optional), see page 48
4 Steering wheel adjustment switch (optional),
see page 88
5 Power window switch, see page 197
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Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting, see page 203
2 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 228
3 Panorama sliding/ pop-up roof, see page 200
4 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid and optional
telephone with voice recognition system
5 Rear view mirror, see page 89
6 Garage door opener, see page 221
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cluster display
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Instrument
cluster display
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1 Hood lock release, see page 315
2 Parking brake pedal, see page 256
3 Steering wheel adjustment (manual), see page 87
4 Parking brake release, see page 256
5 Exterior lamp switch, see page 143
6 Combination switch, see page 148
7 Exterior mirror adjustment switch, see page 90
8 Headlamp washer button, see page 147
9 Cruise control switch, see page 268
10 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 102
Horn (with electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2)
11 Instrument cluster, see page 96
12 Voice recognition system switch (optional), see
separate operating instructions
13 Starter switch, see page 240
14 Glove box lid release, see page 207
15 Glove box lock, see page 207
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Center console 1 Left front seat heater switch, see page 58
2 ESP (electronic stability program) control switch, ,
see page 274
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2
4 5
6
7
3 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 151
4 Central locking switch, see page 38
5 Antitheft alarm system, see page 44
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Switch for tow-away protection, see page 46
6 Right front seat heater switch, see page 58
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7 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp, see page 289
8 COMAND system (optional), see separate
operating instructions, or audio system, see page 173
9 Climate control, see page 152
Automatic climate control, see page 160 Rear window defroster, see page 170
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10 Ashtray, see page 211
11 Automatic transmission, see page 246, or
Manual transmission, see page 244
12 Storage compartment, see page 208
13 Armrest, see page 208
Storage compartment, see page 213
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Operation
Vehicle keys...................................... 28
Start lock-out..................................... 30
General notes on the
central locking system ............... 30
Central locking system ................... 31
Radio frequency and
infrared remote control ............... 31
Locking and unlocking................ 33
Choosing global or selective
mode on remote control .............. 33
Opening and closing windows and sliding / pop-up roof
from outside .................................. 34
Panic button.................................. 35
Mechanical keys ........................... 35
Doors.................................................. 36
Central locking switch.................... 38
Automatic central locking .............. 40
Emergency unlocking
in case of accident ...................... 40
Trunk ................................................. 41
Trunk lid emergency release ........ 43
Antitheft alarm system ................... 44
Tow-away alarm ............................... 46
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 47
Front seat adjustment..................... 48
Removal and installation of
front seat head restraints.......... 54
Front seat backrest
- locking and unlocking............. 56
Heated seats..................................... 58
Rear seat head restraints............... 60
Seat belts and integrated
restraint system .......................... 62
Seat belts .......................................... 62
Seat belt nonusage
warning system........................... 63
TM
BabySmart
airbag
deactivation system.................... 69
Self-test BabySmart
TM
without
special child seat installed........ 69
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) ............................... 70
Emergency tensioning
retractor (ETR) ............................. 71
Airbags.............................................. 72
Safety guidelines for the seat
belt, emergency tensioning
retractor and airbag.................... 80
Infant and child
restraint systems......................... 82
Steering wheel adjustment
(manual) ....................................... 87
Steering wheel adjustment
(electrical) .................................... 88
Rear view mirrors............................ 89
Instrument cluster........................... 96
Multifunction steering wheel,
multifunction display ............... 102
Trip and main odometer and
sub menu ................................... 106
Audio systems ................................ 108
Radio ............................................ 108
CD player..................................... 109
Cassette player ........................... 110
Telephone......................................... 111
Navigation system........................... 116
Trip computer................................. 117
Malfunction/warning
message memory ....................... 119
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Individual settings......................... 121
Setting the audio volume.............. 136
Coolant temperature gauge.......... 137
Flexible service system (FSS)...... 138
Engine oil level indicator.............. 141
Engine oil consumption................ 142
Exterior lamp switch..................... 143
Headlamp mode ............................. 144
Night security illumination.......... 146
Locator lighting .......................... 147
Headlamp cleaning system .......... 147
Combination switch....................... 148
Hazard warning flasher switch ... 151
Climate control............................... 152
Automatic climate control............ 160
Front center console storage
compartment ventilation.......... 171
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air outlets ............... 172
Operation Audio and
telephone ................................... 173
Operating safety ............................ 173
Operating and display elements.. 174
Button and soft key operation...... 176
Component malfunctions............. 195
Power windows.............................. 197
Sunshade for panorama
sliding/pop-up roof .................. 199
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof .... 200
Interior lighting ............................. 203
Sun visors....................................... 205
Vanity mirrors................................ 205
Interior ............................................ 206
Storage compartments
and armrests ..............................206
Glove box..................................... 207
Cup holder ...................................... 210
Ashtrays .......................................... 211
Lighter ............................................. 213
Parcel net in front passenger
footwell ....................................... 214
Split folding rear seat bench........ 215
Luggage cover – removal
and installation ......................... 217
Loading instructions (vehicle
with enlarged cargo area)........ 218
Cellular telephone ......................... 219
Telephone, general ........................ 220
Garage door opener ....................... 221
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cluster display
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Vehicle key s
Included with your vehicle are 2 electronic keys with integrated radio frequency and infrared remote controls plus removable mechanical key.
The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two electronic keys are a different color to help distinguish it.
Warn ing!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.
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Electronic key
The electronic key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control, plus removable mechanical key.
The remote control (1) operates all locks on the vehicle.
The mechanical key (2) works only in the driver’s door, trunk, and glove box lock.
When using the mechanical key (2) for lock operations, it can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control. To do so, move locking tab (3) to the right and slide the mechanical key (2) in direction of arrow (4).
The remote control transmitter is located in the electronic key.
The infrared receivers are located in the door handles.
Note:
Remove the mechanical key from the electronic key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to trunk or storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key.
See page 41 for separate locking of trunk and page 207 for locking of glove box.
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 from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Start lock-out
Important!
Removing the electronic key from the starter switch activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be started.
Inserting the electronic key in the starter switch deactivates the start lock-out.
Note:
In case the engine cannot be started (vehicle’s battery is in order), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR­MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
General notes on the central locking system
If the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control.
If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked:
Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either door handle. Check the batteries of the electronic key, see page 351, or synchronize the electronic key, see page 353.
Use the mechanical key to unlock the vehicle. To start engine, insert the electronic key in the starter switch. There could be a slight delay until the electronic key can be turned in the starter switch.
Important!
When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.
To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the
starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the
electronic key.
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Radio frequency and infrared remote control
The electronic key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control.
Due to the extended operational range of the remote control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button. If one of the transmit buttons is pressed, the battery check lamp lights up briefly – indicating that the batteries are in order. See page 351 for checking batteries.
The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control.
Opening and closing the windows and panorama sliding/pop-up roof can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control. Aim transmitter eye at a
receiver (6 or 7), press and hold transmit button Œ or , seepage34.
If the electronic key is inserted in starter switch, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked, and the trunk lid cannot be opened with the remote control.
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Locking Œ Unlocking
2 Lamp for battery check (see page 351 for changing
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5 Locking tab for mechanical key
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Locking and unlocking with remote control
Unlocking:
Press transmit button Œ. All turn signal lamps blink
once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked.
The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking modes (see below):
Selective unlocking mode –
Press transmit button Œonce to unlock driver’s door
and fuel filler flap.
Press transmit button Œ twice to unlock all doors,
fuel filler flap, and trunk.
Global unlocking mode –
Press transmit button Œ once to unlock all doors,
fuel filler flap, and trunk.
Notes:
The presently active unlocking mode (selective or global) can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control (see below for changing mode).
If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control, neither door or trunk is opened, the electronic key is not inserted in the starter switch, or the central locking switch is not activated, the vehicle will automatically lock.
Locking:
Press transmit button once. All turn signal lamps
blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. If they do not blink three times, a door or trunk is not properly closed.
Note:
If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button, then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic key will light briefly when pressing transmit button) or to synchronize the remote control, see pages 351 and 353.
Choosing global or selective mode on remote control
Press and hold transmit buttons ‹ and Œ
simultaneously for five seconds to reprogram the remote control. Battery check lamp will blink two times indicating the completed mode change.
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Opening and closing windows and panorama sliding/pop-up roof from outside (summer opening/ convenience feature)
Aim transmitter eye of remote control at the door receiver.
Summer opening:
The panorama sliding /pop-up roof and all side windows can be opened automatically.
Continue to press transmit button Œ after unlocking
the vehicle.
The windows and panorama sliding/ pop-up roof begin to open after a short time.
To interrupt opening procedure, release transmit button.
Convenience feature:
The panorama sliding/ pop-up roof and the side windows can be closed.
Continue to press transmit button after locking
the vehicle.
The windows and panorama sliding/ pop-up roof begin to close after approximately 1 second.
To interrupt closing procedure, release transmit button.
Ensure that all side windows and the panorama sliding/ pop-up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.
Warn ing!
Never operate the windows or panorama sliding/
pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone
being harmed by the opening or closing procedure.
In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the remote control button. To reverse direction of
movement press Œ for opening or ‹ for
closing.
Note:
If the windows and panorama sliding/ pop-up roof cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit button of the remote control then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic key will light briefly when transmitting), or to synchronize the remote control, see page 351 and 353.
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Panic button
Note:
For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this device could void to the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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To activate press and hold button (1) for at least one second. An audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately 3 minutes.
To deactivate press button (1) again, or insert electronic key in starter switch.
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The mechanical keys work only in driver’s door, trunk, and glove box locks.
Notes:
The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.
The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key.
If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 354.
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3 Locking driver’s door
Important!
The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.
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4 Individual door from inside:
Push lock button down to lock.
5 Individual door from inside:
Pull handle to unlock.
When you lock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the door lock button should move down.
Each individual door must be locked with the respective door lock button – the driver’s door can only be locked when it is closed.
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If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. When opening a door while the central locking system is in the:
selective unlocking mode, only that individual door is unlocked. The remaining doors, the trunk and fuel filler flap remain locked.
global unlocking mode, all doors, the trunk and fuel filler flap are unlocked.
Notes:
In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually.
To lock, push down lock buttons or turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 3. In addition lock the trunk.
To unlock, pull inside door handles or turn mechanical key in driver’s door lock to position 2.
When unlocking the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.
To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the
starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the
electronic key.
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1 Locking
2 Unlocking
The central locking switch is located in the center console.
The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central locking switch, if both doors are closed.
If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the selective remote control mode, only the door opened from the inside is unlocked.
If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the global remote control mode, the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside.
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Notes:
If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control, the doors and trunk cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch.
The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch.
If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in
the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the
electronic key.
Warn ing!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.
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With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km / h) or more. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
The automatic central locking function can be switched on or off in the individual setting menu “VEHICLE” – “AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK”, see page 121.
Notes:
If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch after activating the automatic central locking, and neither door is opened, then the doors remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km /h) or more.
If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less with the automatic central locking activated, the door will again be automatically locked at speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
If a door is opened from the inside, the complete vehicle is unlocked, if the vehicle was previously centrally unlocked using the remote control.
Important!
When towing the vehicle, or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand, please, note the following:
With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the vehicle doors will lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel spin at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
Emergency unlocking in case of accident
The doors unlock automatically a short time after an accident in which an airbag or emergency tensioning retractor deploys (this is intended to aid rescue and exit).
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Trunk
The lock is located next to the recessed handle.
Notes:
In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually.
The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.
When unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.
To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the
starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the
electronic key.
If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 354.
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0 Neutral position
1 Unlocking – turn mechanical key to position 1, hold
and pull handle to open
Important!
Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is locked again when closing the lid if the vehicle has been previously centrally locked.
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Pull handle (arrow) to open the trunk lid.
The trunk lid can only be opened manually if the vehicle was previously centrally unlocked.
Lower trunk lid using handle (1) and close it with hands placed flat on trunk lid. Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle.
Trunk lamp
The trunk lamp will switch off after approximately 10 minutes if the trunk lid is left open.
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Trunk lid emergency release
P80.20-2301-26
The emergency release button (1) is located in the trunk lid.
Briefly press emergency release button (1). The trunk unlocks and the trunk lid opens.
Important!
The emergency release button (1) does not open the trunk lid, if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected.
Illumination of the emergency release button (1):
The button will blink for 30 minutes after opening the trunk.
The button will blink for 60 minutes after closing the trunk.
Note:
When pressing the emergency release button (1) and the vehicle was centrally locked, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.
To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the
starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the
electronic key.
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Antitheft alarm system (optional for Canada )
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1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console
The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control by locking or unlocking the vehicle.
The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately 10 seconds after locking the vehicle.
A blinking lamp (1) indicates that the alarm is armed.
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Operation:
Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone:
opens a door,
opens the trunk,
opens the hood,
attempts to raise the vehicle.
The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a door, for example) is immediately closed. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 228.
Notes:
When you unlock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.
To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the
starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the
electronic key.
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Tow-away alarm (optional for Canada)
The switch is located in the center console.
1 Press to switch off tow-away alarm
2 Indicator lamp
Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle.
The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press
button Œ or on the electronic key.
If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 228.
To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train.
To do so, turn electronic key in starter switch to position 0 or 1, or remove electronic key from starter switch. Press tow-away alarm switch (1). The indicator lamp (2) illuminates briefly.
Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the electronic key.
The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the electronic key, at which time it is automatically reactivated.
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Easy-entry / exit feature
(only vehicles with memory function)
With the easy-entry/exit feature activated the steering wheel tilts upwards and the driver’s seat moves rearwards, when removing the electronic key from the starter switch or when opening the driver’s door and the electronic key in starter switch position 0 or 1.
This allows easier entry into and exit from the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened.
The easy-entry/exit feature can be switched on or off in the individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “EASY-ENTRY FEATURE ACTIVATE”, see page 134.
When the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch and the driver’s door is closed, the steering wheel and the driver’s seat return to the last position set for it.
Warn ing!
You must ensure that no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy-entry/ exit feature is activated and the driver’s door is being opened or the electronic key removed from the starter switch. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.
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Wa rn in g!
Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat back and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and belts are properly positioned on the body.
Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted.
When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle.
The power seats can also be operated with the driver’s or front passenger door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.
To operate the front power seat adjustment switches, turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2 (with respective door open, the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0).
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Power seat (optional)
The switches are located in each door.
We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order:
1 Seat, up/down
Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached.
2 Seat adjustment, fore/ aft
Press the switch (fore/aft direction) until a comfortable seating position is reached that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls.
3 Seat cushion tilt
Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported.
4 Backrest tilt
Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.
5 Head restraint
The height of the head restraint is adjusted automatically with the seat so that the back of the head is supported approximately at ear level. Adjust the head restraint using the switch to support the back of your head approximately at ear level.
For exterior rear view mirrors, see page 90; inside rear view mirror, see page 89; steering wheel adjustment, see page 88.
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Storing seat positions: (only vehicles with memory function)
The steering wheel and exterior rear view mirror position are stored together with the seat position.
See page 93 for notes on the memory function. For recalling a stored seat/head restraint /steering wheel/
and exterior rear view mirror position see page 94.
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Manual seat (standard) We recommend to adjust the seat in the following order:
1 Fore/aft adjustment
Lift handle (1), slide seat to desired position and allow handle to reengage. Check for proper engagement before driving.
2 Seat cushion tilt
Turn handwheel (2) forward or backward.
3 Seat height adjustment
Pull handle (3) up to raise seat cushion. Push handle (3) down to lower seat cushion.
4 Backrest tilt
Turn handwheel (4) forward or backwards until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.
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5 Head restraint height
Raising:
Pull up on head restraint.
Lowering:
Push button (5) and push down on head restraint.
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. The head restraint inclination can also be adjusted manually.
Head restraint inclination
Push or pull the head restraint in direction of arrow.
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Important!
Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should adjust the seat height for proper vision as well as fore/aft placement and backrest angle to insure adequate control, reach, operation, and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height. See also airbag section on page 72 for proper seat positioning.
In addition, also adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequate control, reach, operation, and comfort.
Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rearward vision.
Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion.
Warn ing!
Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart
TM
compatible child seat,
TM
system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury can result.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.
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Power seat
Caution!
Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat covers. Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving.
Note:
Tilt the backrest rearward for easier removal and installation of the head restraints.
To remove: Press switch (1) upwards and hold until the head restraint is fully extended. Pull head restraint out.
To i nstall: Press switch (1) upwards and hold for about 5 seconds.
Press the head restraint down until it engages.
Adjust head restraint to the desired position.
Warn ing!
For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level.
Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.
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Manual seat
To remove: Pull head restraint to its highest position. Push button (1) and pull out head restraint completely.
To install: Insert head restraint and push it down to the stop. Push button (1) and adjust head restraint to the desired position.
Warn ing!
For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level.
Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.
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1 Release lever
Folding forward: Lift release lever (1) and fold backrest forward, when necessary, lower head restraint by pushing it.
Note:
Vehicles with power seat: The seat will automatically slide forward and the head restraints will move down.
Folding back: Fold backrest back until it locks securely in place. Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level, see page 52.
Note:
Vehicles with power seat: The seat and head restraint return to their previous positions.
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Wa rn in g!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle.
The power seats can also be operated with the driver’s or passenger door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.
Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts during a seat adjustment procedure.
Warn ing!
When raising backrest, observe that backrest is not pushed against an occupant or object.
Vehicles with manual seat: After folding backrest up, adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level.
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Heated seats (optional)
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The front seat heaters can be switched on with the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2.
The switch is located in the center console.
Press switch to turn on seat heater:
1 Normal seat heating mode. One indicator lamp in
the switch lights up.
2 Rapid seat heating mode. Both indicator lamps in
the switch light up. After approximately 5 minutes in the rapid seat heating mode, the seat heater automatically switches to normal operation and only one indicator lamp will stay on.
Turning off seat heater:
If one indicator lamp is on, press upper half of switch.
If both indicator lamps are on, press lower half of switch.
If left on, the seat heater automatically turns off after approximately 30 minutes of operation.
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Note:
When in operation, the seat heater consumes a large amount of electrical power. It is not advisable to use the seat heater longer than necessary.
The seat heaters may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time, or if the battery charge is low. When this occurs, the indicator lamp in the switch will blink (both indicator lamps blink during rapid seat heating mode). The seat heaters will switch on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available.
If the blinking of the indicator lamps is distracting to you, the seat heaters can be switched off.
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Rear seat head restraints
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Folding head restraints back in the rear passenger compartment:
Push lock button (1). The head restraints will fold backward.
Place head restraints upright
Placing head restraints upright:
Pull the head restraint forward until it locks into position.
Angle of head restraints:
Two different head restraint angle positions are avail able.
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Head restraint height
Raising:
Pull up on head restraint.
If the head restraint is fully lowered, press button (2) to pull up.
Lowering:
Push button (2) and push down on head restraint.
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. The head restraint inclination can also be adjusted manually.
Important!
For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in upright position when the rear seats are occupied.
Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints.
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Seat belts and integrated restraint system
Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats, emergency tensioning retractors for all seat belts, dual front airbags, door mounted side impact airbags, and head protective window curtain airbags. Their protective functions are designed to complement one another.
Seat belts
Important!
Laws in most states and all Canadian provinces require seat belt use.
All states and provinces require use of child restraints that comply with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
All child restraints systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt.
For your safety and that of your passengers we strongly recommend their use.
Warn ing!
Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart
TM
compatible child seat,
TM
system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.
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Wa rn in g!
Never ride in a moving vehicle with the backrest reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body.
Seat belt nonusage warning system
With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, a warning sounds for a short time if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
Automatic comfort-fit seat belt:
An automatic comfort-fit feature for driver and front passenger seat belt is activated when the electronic key in the starter switch is turned to position 1 or 2.
The retraction force of the inertia reel is reduced, increasing the level of seat belt comfort.
Note:
For cleaning and care of the seat belts see page 365.
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Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident. You and your passengers should always wear seat belts.
If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled. Without your seat belt buckled, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.
In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are wearing your seat belt.
Warn ing!
Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt.
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Fastening seat belts
1 Latch plate
2 Buckle
3 Release button
Push latch plate (1) into buckle (2) until it clicks. Do not twist the belt. A twisted seat belt may cause injury.
The lap belt should be positioned as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen.
Warn ing!
Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restrained – even those sitting in the rear.
Tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.
The shoulder portion of the seat belt must be pulled snug and checked for snugness immediately after engaging it.
Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder (it should not touch the neck). For this purpose, you can adjust the height of the belt outlet.
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4 Button for belt outlet height adjustment
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Operation of seat belts
The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during sudden stops or when quickly pulling on the belt.
The locking function of the reel may be checked by quickly pulling out the belt.
Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder (it should not touch the neck).
Caution!
For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the seat or seat back into positions which could affect the correct seat belt positioning.
To raise, slide belt outlet upward.
To lower, press button (4) and slide belt outlet downward.
Unfastening of seat belts
Press release button (3) in the belt buckle (2).
Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate (1).
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USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY.
• Seat belts can only work when used properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section, as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident.
• Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, including rollovers. The integrated restraint system includes “SRS” (driver airbag, front passenger airbag, side impact airbags, head protection window curtain airbags for side windows), “ETR” (seat belt emergency tensioning retractors), and front seat knee bolsters. The system is designed to enhance the protection offered to properly belted occupants in certain frontal (front airbags) and side (side impact and window curtain airbags) impacts which exceed preset deployment thresholds.
• Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm, against your neck or off your shoulder. In a crash, your body would move too far forward. That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries. The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen, which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen.
• Never wear belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your clothing, such as eyeglasses, pens, keys etc., as these might cause injuries.
• Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen. If the belt is positioned across your abdomen, it could cause serious injuries in a crash.
• Each seat belt should never be used for more than one person at a time. Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects.
• Belts should not be worn twisted. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to manage impact forces. The twisted belt against your body could cause injuries.
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• Pregnant women should also use a lap­shoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen.
• Never place your feet on the instrument panel or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.
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USE CHILD RESTRAINTS PROPERLY.
Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart
TM
compatible child seat,
TM
system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed.
Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in the back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.
Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning.
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TM
BabySmart
Special BabySmart
airbag deactivation system
TM
compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center are required for use with the BabySmart
TM
airbag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, the passenger front airbag will not deploy.
The ü indicator lamp located in the center console
will be illuminated, except with electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0. The system does not deactivate the door mounted side impact airbag.
Self-test BabySmart
TM
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installed
After turning electronic key in starter switch to
position 1 or 2, the ü indicator lamp located in the
center console comes on for approximately 6 seconds and then extinguishes.
If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system is not functioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. See page 289 for
notes on the ü indicator lamp.
Warn ing!
TM
The BabySmart
airbag deactivation system will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it. It will not work with child seats which are not BabySmart
TM
compatible.
Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the deactivation system. The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion. An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident instead of protecting the child.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation of special child seats.
The passenger front airbag will not deploy only if
the ü indicator lamp remains illuminated.
Please be sure to check the indicator every time you use the special system child seat. Should the light go out while the restraint is installed, please check installation. If the light remains out, do not use the BabySmart
TM
restraint to transport children on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Airbags are intended as a supplement to seat belts. Airbags alone cannot protect as well as airbags plus seat belts in impacts for which the airbags were designed to operate, and do not afford any protection whatsoever in crashes for which the airbags are not designed to deploy.
The SRS uses two crash severity levels (thresholds) to activate either the emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) or front airbag or both. Activation depends on the direction and severity of the impact exceeding the preset thresholds and whether the seat belt is fastened.
Seat belt fastened
first threshold exceeded: ETR activates
second threshold exceeded: airbag also activates
Seat belt not fastened
Front seats:
first threshold exceeded: airbag activates, not ETR
Rear seats:
first threshold exceeded: ETR activates
Driver and front passenger and rear seat systems operate independently of each other.
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Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR)
The seat belts for the front and rear seats are equipped with emergency tensioning retractors. These tensioning retractors are located in each belt’s inertia reel and become operationally ready with the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2.
The emergency tensioning retractors are designed to activate only when the seat belts are fastened during frontal impacts exceeding the first threshold of the SRS
They remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body restricting its forward movement as much as possible.
In cases of other frontal impacts, angled impacts, roll­overs, certain side impacts, or other accidents without sufficient frontal or rear impact forces, the emergency tensioning retractors will not be activated. The driver and passengers will then be protected by the fastened seat belts and inertia reel in the usual manner.
Note:
The front passenger ETR activates only if the front passenger seat is occupied.
Heavy objects on the front passenger seat can appear to the “SRS” to indicate the presence of an occupant in that seat which causes the passenger front airbag to deploy and the ETR to activate in a crash exceeding the appropriate threshold.
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Front airbags
1 Driver airbag
2 Front passenger airbag
The most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the seat belt. In some cases, however, the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced by an airbag.
In conjunction with wearing the seat belts, the driver and front passenger airbags can provide increased protection for the driver and front passenger in certain frontal impacts exceeding preset thresholds.
Side impact and head protection window curtain airbags can provide increased protection to belted occupants on the impacted side of the vehicle in side impacts exceeding its preset threshold.
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The operational readiness of the airbag system is verified by the indicator lamp “SRS” in the instrument cluster when turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 1. When turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2 the indicator lamp “SRS” in the instrument cluster comes on. If no fault is detected, the lamp will go out when the engine is running. After the lamp goes out, the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again. If the lamp does not come on at all or if it fails to extinguish or if it comes on thereafter, a malfunction in the system has been detected.
The following system components are monitored or undergo a self-check: crash-sensor(s), airbag ignition circuits, front seat belt buckles, emergency tensioning retractors, seat sensor.
Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.
In the operational mode, after the indicator lamp has gone out following the initial check, interruptions or short circuits in the airbag ignition circuit and in the driver and front passenger seat belt buckle harnesses, and low voltage in the entire system are detected and indicated.
Warn ing!
In the event a malfunction of the “SRS” is indicated as outlined above, the “SRS” may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the “SRS” may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury.
Note:
See page 285 for information on the supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp.
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The driver and passenger front airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts exceeding a preset threshold. The front passenger airbag deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied and the
ü indicator lamp in the center console is not
illuminated.
Note:
Heavy objects on the front passenger seat can appear to the “SRS” to indicate the presence of an occupant in that seat which causes the passenger front airbag to deploy in a crash exceeding the appropriate threshold.
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Side impact airbags, window curtain airbags
Side impact airbags
The side impact airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding a preset threshold. Only the side impact airbags on the impacted side of the vehicle deploy.
The side impact airbag for the front passenger deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied.
The side impact airbag for the right rear passenger deploys only if a preset threshold is exceeded. The side impact airbag for the left rear passenger deploys together with the side impact airbag for the driver.
Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a properly positioned and fastened seat belt.
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4 Window curtain airbags
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Window curtain airbag
The head protection window curtain airbags afford greater protection against injuries to the head and upper body. They fill up in the area between the A and C pillars (see arrows) between the side windows and an occupant’s head.
The window curtain airbags are designed to activate only in certain side impacts exceeding a preset threshold. Only the head protection window curtain airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle deploys.
Important!
Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side (side impact and head protection window curtain airbags) impacts which exceed preset thresholds.
Only during these types of impacts, if of sufficient severity to meet the deployment thresholds, will they provide their supplemental protection.
The driver and passenger should always wear their seat belts, otherwise it is not possible for the airbags to provide their supplemental protection.
In cases of other frontal impacts, angled impacts, roll-overs, other side impacts, rear collisions, or other accidents, the airbags will not be activated. The driver and passengers will then be protected by the fastened seat belts.
We caution you not to rely on the presence of the airbags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt.
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Wa rn in g!
Airbags are designed to reduce the potential of injury in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side (side impact and head protection window curtain airbags) impacts which may cause significant injuries, however, no system available today can totally eliminate injuries and fatalities.
The activation of the “SRS” temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the airbags. This dust, however, is neither injurious to your health, nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle. The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.
Your vehicle was originally equipped with airbags which are designed to activate in certain impacts exceeding a preset threshold to reduce the potential and severity of injury. It is important to your safety and that of your passenger that you replace deployed airbags and repair any malfunctioning airbags to ensure the vehicle will continue to provide crash protection for occupants.
Warn ing!
To reduce the risk of injury when the front airbags inflate, it is very important for the driver and front passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear your seat belt.
For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the backrest. Fasten your seat belt and ensure that it is properly positioned on your body.
Since the airbag inflates with considerable speed and force, a proper seating and hands on steering wheel position will help to keep you at a safe distance from the airbag. Occupants who are unbelted, out of position or too close to the airbag can be seriously injured by an airbag as it inflates with great force in the blink of an eye:
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• Sit properly belted in an upright position with your back against the backrest.
• Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. The distance from the center of the driver’s breastbone to the center of the airbag cover on the steering wheel must be at least ten inches (25 cm) or more. You should be able to accomplish this by a combination of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel. If you have any problems, please see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
• Do not lean with your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard.
• Keep hands on the outside of steering wheel rim. Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand /arm injury when driver front airbag inflates.
• Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied.
• Occupants, especially children, should never lean their heads in the area of the door where the side airbag inflates. This could result in serious injuries or death should the airbag be triggered.
• Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized Baby Smart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart
TM
system installed in the vehicle to
TM
deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury can result.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injuries to you or other occupants.
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Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. Should you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the front passenger seat of your vehicle, you must properly use a BabySmart restraint which will turn off the passenger side front airbag. BabySmart
TM
will not, however, turn
TM
child
off the vehicle’s side impact airbag.
It should be noted that with respect to both front and rear side impact airbags there is a possibility for a side airbag related injury if occupants, especially children, are not properly seated or restrained when next to a side airbag which needs to deploy rapidly in a side impact in order to do its job.
Warn ing!
To help avoid the possibility of injury, please follow these guidelines: (1) occupants, especially children, should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door or rear quarter trim panels where the side airbag inflates. This could result in serious injuries or death should the side airbag be activated; (2) always sit upright, properly use the seat belts and use an appropriately sized infant or child restraint system for all children 12 years old or under; and (3) always wear seat belts properly.
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If you believe that, even with the use of these guidelines, it would be safer for your rear seat occupants to have both rear door mounted side airbags deactivated, then deactivation can be accomplished upon your written election to do so at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost. Please contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR­MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.
Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag
Warn ing!
• Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Use only belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
• Airbags and “ETR’s” are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An airbag or emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) that was activated must be replaced.
• No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the “SRS”. This includes changing or removing any component or part of the “SRS”, the installation of additional trim material, badges etc. over the steering wheel hub, front passenger airbag cover, door trim panels, or door frame trims, and installation of additional electrical/ electronic equipment on or near “SRS” components and wiring. Keep area between airbags and occupants free from objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc).
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• Do not pass belts over sharp edges.
• Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the belts.
• Do not hang items such as coat hangers from the coat hooks or handles over the door. These items may turn into projectiles and cause head and other injuries when curtain airbag is deployed.
• An airbag system component within the steering wheel gets hot after the airbag has inflated. Do not touch.
• Improper work on the system, including incorrect installation and removal, can lead to possible injury through an unintended activation of the “SRS”.
• In addition, through improper work there is a risk of rendering the “SRS” inoperative or causing unintended airbag deployment. Work on the “SRS” must therefore only be performed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
• For your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the airbag unit or emergency tensioning retractor, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
• Given the considerable deployment speed and the textile structure of the airbags, there is the possibility of abrasions or other injuries resulting from airbag deployment.
When you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an “SRS” by alerting them to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual.
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We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All lap-shoulder belts except the driver seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints.
To activate, pull shoulder belt out completely and let it retract. During the seat belt retraction a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is activated. The belt is now locked.
To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner.
Note:
For child seats with mounting fittings for tether anchorages refer to page 84 (installation of infant and child restraint systems).
Wa rn in g!
Never release the seat belt buckle while vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor will be deactivated.
Important!
The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces.
Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured by a lap-shoulder belt, and that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with this standard can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint.
When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.
Please read and observe warning labels affixed to the inside of the vehicle and to infant or child restraints.
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Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart
TM
compatible child seat,
TM
system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury can result.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt.
Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs. to the point where a lap/ shoulder belt fits properly without one.
When the child restraint is not in use, remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of an accident.
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. Unsupervised children in a child restraint system may use vehicle equipment and may cause serious personal injury.
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The anchorage rings (1) are located on the back side of rear backrests.
Prior to installing a tether strap, fold backrest forward (page 215), guide tether strap through head restraints and rear shelf. Be carefully that the tether strap is not twisted.
Fold backrest back until it locks in place.
Warn ing!
Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied by passengers, or the extended cargo area is not in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest.
Fold up the anchorage rings (2).
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Child seat mounts – “LATCH” type
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To secure a tether strap to the anchorage, securely fasten the hook (3), which is part of the tether strap, to the anchorage ring (2). For safety, please make sure that the hook has attached to the ring beyond the safety catch, as illustrated.
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This vehicle is provided with two “LATCH” (LOWER Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) type mounts (at
each of the rear seats) for the installation of a “LATCH” child seat having the matching mounting fittings. The mounts can be folded back between the seat cushion and the backrest.
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To install a “LATCH” type child seat, the mounts (1) must be folded forward until they lock in place. To do so, grip inner side of mounts and fold forward. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side mounting fittings (1).
To fold mounts (1) back, press down button (2) on each mount and return mount into its catch.
Non-“LATCH” type child seats may also be used and are capable of being installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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The “LATCH” mounting fittings are intended for children up to 22 kg (50 lbs) in weight.
Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs. to the point where a lap/ shoulder belt fits properly without one.
Before installing the child seat, make sure the mounting fittings (1) are folded out and locked in place.
Install child seat according to manufacturer’s instructions.
The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side mounting fittings (1).
An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident.
Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be replaced.
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system.
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Steering wheel adjustment (manual) Unlocking:
Pull handle (1) out to its stop.
Adjusting:
Move steering wheel to the desired position.
Locking:
Push handle (1) in until it engages.
Important!
Do not drive the vehicle until you have properly locked the steering column.
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Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, or driving without the adjustment locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
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See “STEERING WHEEL ADJUST” on page 308 for malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display.
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Wa rn in g!
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose the control of the vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch and lock your vehicle.
The steering wheel adjustment feature can also be operated with the driver’s door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.
To adjust the steering wheel position, turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. With the driver’s door open, the steering wheel can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0.
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The switch is located on the driver’s door.
1 Steering column, lengthen or shorten column
Move the switch to the front or rear.
2 Steering column, height
Move the switch up or down.
Note:
The steering wheel adjustment can be stored together with the seat and exterior mirror adjustment. See page 93 for notes on the memory function.
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Rear view mirrors
Inside rear view mirror
Manually adjust the mirror.
Note:
The automatic antiglare function does not react, if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the mirror.
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With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity.
With the gear selector lever in position “R”, or with the interior light switched on, the mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity.
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In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass breaks.
Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the liquid come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system. In cases it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if necessary.
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The buttons are located above the exterior lamp switch. The memory button (4) is located on the driver’s door.
Wa rn in g!
Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. Check your inside rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Exterior rear view mirror adjustment
Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2.
Push button to select mirror to be adjusted: Driver’s side – Push button (1). Passenger side – Push button (2).
Push the adjustment button (3) up, down, left or right according to the setting desired.
Notes:
The exterior rear view mirrors have electrically heated glass. The heater switches on automatically, depending on outside temperature.
If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pivoted from its normal position, it must be repositioned by applying firm pressure until it snaps into place.
Storing rear view mirror positions in memory
(only vehicles with memory function)
The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in memory with the seat /steering wheel adjustment and can be recalled when necessary. See page 93 for notes on the memory function.
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Parking position exterior mirror (only vehicles with memory function)
The passenger side exterior mirror can be adjusted and programmed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers (e.g. to observe the curb or other objects close to the vehicle).
With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, and the exterior rear view mirror switch in the passenger side position, the passenger side mirror will be turned downward when placing the gear selector lever in “R” reverse.
Note:
For activating the mirror adjustment, see under individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING”, on page 134.
The passenger side mirror will return to its previous position:
immediately at speeds above approx. 6 mph (10 km / h) – independent of the engaged gear,
after 10 seconds when shifting gear selector lever from “R” Reverse,
by pressing the driver’s side mirror button %.
To store passenger mirror parking position:
1. The vehicle must be stationary.
Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2.
2. Select passenger side mirror & and adjust the
mirror to view the curb.
3. Push the memory button “M” (4).
4. Within 3 seconds push bottom of adjustment button (3). The mirror should not move.
Repeat the memory procedure if the mirror moves.
Note:
One stored parking position is available for each of the two electronic keys.
This is only possible if you select “ON” in the menu, “SETTINGS KEY-DEPENDENT”, see under individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “SETTINGS KEY­DEPENDENT”, see page 134.
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Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror, antiglare mode
With the electronic key in starter switch position 2, the mirror reflection brightness responds to changes in light sensitivity.
With the gear selector lever in position “R”, or with the interior light switched on, the mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity.
Note:
The automatic antiglare function does not react, if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the inside rear view mirror.
Warn ing!
In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass breaks.
Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the liquid come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system. In cases it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if necessary.
Important!
Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle paint finish can only be completely removed while in their liquid state, by applying plenty of water.
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Memory function (optional)
The memory and stored position buttons are located on the doors.
1 Memory button, used to store selected positions
which can be retrieved by pressing
2 Stored position button
Turn to position “1”, “2”, or “3”
Warn ing!
Do not activate the memory function while driving. Activating the memory function while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Together with the driver’s seat position you can store the positions for steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors.
For the front passenger you can store the seat position.
Three stored positions for the driver’s seat are available for each of the two electronic keys.
This is only possible if you select “ON” in the menu, “SETTINGS KEY-DEPENDENT”, see under individual setting menu “CONVENIENCE” – “SETTINGS KEY­DEPENDENT”, see page 134.
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Storing positions into memory:
With the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2 or with the relevant door open and the electronic key inserted in the starter switch.
Adjust the seat to the desired position.
Driver’s seat: You can also adjust the steering wheel and the exterior mirrors electrically for the driver’s seat. See page 90 for exterior rear view mirror adjustment and page 88 for steering wheel adjustment.
Turn button (2) to selected memory position.
Push memory button (1), release and push the position button (2) within 3 seconds.
Recalling positions from memory:
To recall a seat / steering wheel/ exterior rear view mirror position, turn button (2) to selected memory position and press to recall.
The seat/ steering wheel/exterior rear view mirror movement stops when the button is released.
Caution!
Do not operate the power seats using the memory button if the backrest is in an excessively reclined position. Doing so could cause damage to front or rear seats.
First move backrest to an upright position.
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Important!
Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust if necessary the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and backrest angle to insure adequate control, reach and comfort. The head restraint should also be adjusted for proper height. See also airbag section for proper seat positioning.
In addition, also adjust the steering wheel to ensure adequate control, reach, operation and comfort. Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be adjusted for adequate rearward vision.
Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be seated in a properly secured restraint system that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion.
Warn ing!
Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart which operates with the BabySmart
TM
compatible child seat,
TM
system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger side front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury can result.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.
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1 Knob for instrument cluster illumination,
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2 Tachometer
3 Speedometer
4 Left turn signal indicator lamp, see combination
switch on page 148
5 Electronic stability program (ESP) warning lamp,
see page 288
6 Indicator lamp without function. It illuminates with
the electronic key in starter switch position 2. It should go out when the engine is running.
7 Right turn signal indicator lamp, see combination
switch on page 148
8 Indicator lamp without function. It illuminates with
the electronic key in starter switch position 2. It should go out when the engine is running.
9 Multifunction display, see page 102
Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display, see page 290
10 Trip odometer, see page 101 and 106
11 Main odometer, see page 106
12 Display for program mode and gear range
indicators, page 249
13 Malfunction/warning message memory,
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14 Outside temperature indicator, see page 100
15 Digital clock
To set the time, see individual settings on page 121
16 Fuel gauge with reserve warning lamp, see page 286
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