Mercedes-Benz CL 55 AMG 2000, CL-Class 2000 User Manual

Operator’s Manual

CL 500 CL 55 AMG CL 600

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.

Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.

Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time:

• Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

• Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

• Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and occupants.

We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.

DaimlerChrysler AG

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 ....................................32

General notes on the

central locking system ...............33

Central locking system ................... 34

Radio frequency and

infrared remote control .............. 34

KEYLESS-GO ................................ 38

Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof

from outside ................................. 45

Panic button ................................. 47

Mechanical keys .......................... 47

Doors ................................................. 48

Power closing assist for

doors and trunk lid .................... 50

Central locking switch .................... 50

Automatic central locking .............. 52

Emergency unlocking

in case of accident ...................... 52

Trunk ................................................. 53

Trunk lid release switch ................ 57

Trunk lid release/close switch ...... 58

Trunk lid emergency release .........61

Antitheft alarm system ................... 62

Tow-away alarm ............................... 64

Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 66

Front seat adjustment .....................67

Removal and installation

of front seat head restraints ...... 71

Backrest .............................................72

Lumbar support ............................... 74

Multicontour backrest ..................... 74

Seat heater ........................................ 76

Seat ventilation system ................... 79

Power head restraints, rear ............ 81

Seat belts and

integrated restraint system .......82

Seat belts ...........................................82

Seat belt nonusage

warning system ............................83

BabySmart

airbag

deactivation system ....................88

Self-test BabySmart

without special child

seat installed .................................89

Supplemental restraint

system (SRS) ................................90

Emergency tensioning

retractor (ETR) ............................. 91

Airbags ..............................................92

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Safety guidelines for the

seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor

and airbag ..................................100

Infant and child

restraint systems .......................102

Steering wheel adjustment ..........105

Rear view mirrors .......................... 106

Rear view mirror,

automatic antiglare ...................106

Memory function ............................111

Instrument cluster ..........................114

Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ...............120

Trip and main odometer,

FSS, tire inflation pressure

monitor and

engine oil level indicator .........124

Audio systems ................................125

Radio ............................................125

CD player .....................................126

Cassette player ...........................127

Telephone ........................................128

Telephone book ..........................128

Redialing ..................................... 130

Incoming call ...............................131

Navigation system ..........................132

Distronic (DTR) ...............................133

Trip computer .................................134

Malfunction/warning

message memory ......................136

Individual settings .........................138

Setting the audio volume ............. 146

Flexible service system

(FSS) ........................................... 147

Tire inflation

pressure monitor .......................150

Engine oil level indicator ..............154

Engine oil consumption ................155

Exterior lamp switch ......................156

Headlamp mode ..............................157

Night security illumination ..........158

Headlamp cleaning system ...........159

Combination switch .......................160

Hazard warning flasher

switch ..........................................163

Automatic climate control .............164

Display and controls ..................166

Dust filter .....................................167

Basic setting ...............................168

Special settings ..........................169

Air recirculation ......................... 171

Activated charcoal filter ............172

Economy mode ........................... 173

Residual engine heat

utilization .................................... 174

Switching the automatic

climate control on and off ......... 175

Front center console storage

compartment ventilation .......... 175

Rear window defroster .................. 176

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air outlets ................177

Power windows ...............................178

Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 181

Interior lighting ............................. 184

Rear window sunshade .................186

Sun visors .......................................187

Vanity mirrors ................................187

Interior ............................................188

Storage compartments

and armrests ..............................188

Glove box .....................................189

Coat hooks ...................................... 192

Cup holder ......................................193

Ashtrays .......................................... 196

Lighter .............................................198

Parcel net in trunk ........................199

Cargo tie-down hooks ....................200

Parcel net in front

passenger footwell ....................200

Telephone, general ........................201

Garage door opener .......................202

Infrared reflecting windshield ....206

Driving

Control and operation of radio

transmitters ...............................208

The first 1 000 miles

(1 500 km) .................................209

Maintenance ...................................209

Tele Aid ........................................... 210

Catalytic converter ........................220

Emission control ............................221

Starter switch .................................222

Starter switch – KEYLESS-GO ......224

Starting and turning off

the engine ..................................227

Automatic transmission ...............229

Parking brake ................................ 238

Driving instructions ...................... 239

Drive sensibly – save fuel ........ 239

Drinking and driving ................239

Pedals ..........................................240

Power assistance ........................ 240

Brakes ..........................................240

Driving off ................................... 241

Parking ........................................ 242

Tires .............................................243

Snow chains ...............................245

Winter driving instructions ..... 246

Deep water ..................................248

Passenger compartment ........... 248

Traveling abroad ........................ 249

Cruise control ................................250

Distronic (DTR) ..............................253

Brake assist system

(BAS) ..........................................268

Antilock brake system

(ABS) .......................................... 269

Electronic stability program

(ESP) ...........................................271

Active body control (ABC) ............275

Level control system ...................... 276

Parking assist (Parktronic) ..........279

What you should know

at the gas station .......................284

Check regularly

and before a long trip ...............287

Instrument cluster display

Malfunction and indicator

lamps in the

instrument cluster ....................290

On-board diagnostic system .....290

Check engine malfunction

indicator lamp .............................290

Brake warning lamp ..................292

Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

indicator lamp .............................293

Fuel reserve warning .................293

ABS malfunction

indicator lamp .............................294

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Electronic stability program

(ESP) — warning lamp ...............295

Distronic (DTR) —

warning lamp ..............................295

Seat belt nonusage

warning lamp ..............................296

Malfunction and indicator

lamp in the center console ......296

AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .....296

Malfunction and

warning messages in the

multifunction display ...............297

DISPLAY DEFECTIVE

(engine control unit) ..................298

DISPLAY DEFECTIVE

(several systems) ........................298

BATTERY /ALTERNATOR ..........299

ENTRANCE POSITION ..............300

BRAKE ASSIST ...........................300

BRAKE LINING WEAR ..............301

BRAKE FLUID .............................301

PARKING BRAKE .......................302

TRUNK OPEN .............................302

ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability

program) ..................................... 303

COOLANT (coolant level) ......... 304

COOLANT

(coolant temperature) ............... 305

LIGHTING SYSTEM ................... 306

LIGHT SENSOR .......................... 308

SEAT BELT SYSTEM .................. 308

TELEPHONE – FUNCTION ....... 309

CRUISE CONTROL ..................... 309

ACTIVE BODY CONTROL

(ABC) ............................................310

TIRE PRESSURE .........................312

ENGINE OIL LEVEL ....................314

SEAT BACKREST .........................315

KEY ...............................................316

DOOR ............................................316

HOOD ............................................317

TELE AID ......................................317

ENGINE OIL LEVEL ....................318

WASHER FLUID ..........................319

LIGHT SENSOR .......................... 320

DISTRONIC (DTR) ...................... 321

Practical hints

First aid kit .....................................324

Fuses ................................................325

Shelf below rear window ..............327

Hood .................................................328

Checking engine oil level .............331

Automatic transmission

fluid level ...................................332

Active body control

(ABC) fluid level ........................332

Coolant level ...................................333

Adding coolant ...........................333

Windshield and headlamp

washer system ...........................334

Windshield and headlamp

washer fluid mixing ratio .........334

Spare wheel, vehicle tools,

storage compartment ................335

Jack ...................................................336

Wheels .............................................337

Tire Replacement .......................337

Rotating wheels ..........................338

Spare wheel ....................................338

Changing wheels ...........................340

Tire inflation pressure ..................345

Battery .............................................346

Jump starting ..................................349

Towing the vehicle .........................351

Exterior lamps ................................354

Headlamp assembly ...................355

Taillamp assemblies ..................358

Standby bulb function ...................361

Changing batteries

in the electronic main key .......363

Synchronizing

remote control ............................365

Changing batteries

in the KEYLESS-GO-card .........366

Emergency engine

shut-down ...................................368

Fuel filler flap,

manual release ..........................368

Emergency operation of

sliding/pop-up roof ..................369

Replacing wiper blades ................370

Trunk lamp ......................................371

Roof rack .........................................372

Vehicle care

Cleaning and care

of the vehicle ..............................374

Power washer .............................375

Tar stains .....................................376

Paintwork, painted body

components .................................376

Engine cleaning ..........................376

Vehicle washing ..........................376

Ornamental moldings ...............377

Headlamps, taillamps,

turn signal lenses ...................... 377

Cleaning the Distronic

system sensor .............................378

Cleaning the parktronic

system sensors ...........................378

Wiper blades ...............................379

Light alloy wheels ......................380

Instrument cluster .....................381

Steering wheel and

gear selector lever ......................381

Cup holder ...................................381

Seat belts .....................................382

Headliner and shelf

below rear window .....................382

Leather upholstery .....................382

Hard plastic trim items .............382

Plastic and rubber parts ............382

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Technical data

Spare parts service ........................384

Warranty coverage .........................384

Identification labels .......................385

Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............387

Technical data ................................388

Fuels, coolants,

lubricants etc. - capacities .......393

Engine oils ......................................395

Engine oil additives .......................395

Air conditioner refrigerant ...........395

Brake fluid ......................................395

Premium unleaded gasoline ........396

Fuel requirements .........................396

Gasoline additives .........................397

Coolants ...........................................397

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

Index

Index ............................................... 401

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, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

(California, Massachusetts, and Vermont only),

• State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws).

Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle. A reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer (1) if the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or (2) the same substantial non-conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once directly

notified us in writing of the need to repair the non-conformity and have given us an opportunity to perform the repair ourselves. Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Regional Office listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet.

Maintenance

The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.

Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.

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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 Client Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.

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 Client 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 Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

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, Ontar io M4G 2 L5

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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.

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: Client 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

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 retailer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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Instruments and controls

Instruments and controls ............... 18

Door control panel .......................20

Overhead control panel ...............21

Dashboard .....................................22

Center console ..............................24

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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Practical hints Car care Index

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Operation Driving

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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

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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Door control panel 1 Door handle, pull to open, see page 48

2 Memory function (for storing seat, steering wheel,

rear view mirror and exterior mirror settings), seepage111

3 Seat heater, see page 76

Seat ventilation, see page 79

4 Front seat adjustment, see page 67

5 Exterior mirror adjustment, see page 107

Exterior mirrors, electrically folding, see page 109

6 Power wind ows, see page 178

7 Switch for rear door window override, see pages 178

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and 180

8 Trunk lid release switch, see page 57

Trunk lid opening/closing system switch, see page 58

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Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting, see page 184

2 Sliding/pop-up roof, see page 181

3 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 210

4 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid, telephone and

voice recognition system

5 Rear view mirror, seepage106

6 Garage door opener, see page 202

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Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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Practical hints Car care Index

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Operation Driving

Dashboard

Instrument

cluster display

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1 Left front parktronic warning indicator,

see page 281

2 Side air outlet, adjustable

3 Air volume control for side air outlet

4 Exterior lamp switch, see page 156

5 Headlamp washer button, see page 159

6 Parking brake release, see page 238

7 Hood lock release, see page 328

8 Parking brake pedal, see page 238

9 Easy-entry/exit feature, see page 66

Steering wheel adjustment, see page 105

10 Combination switch, see page 160

11 Cruise control switch, see page 250, or

Distronic (DTR) switch, see page 253

12 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 120

Driver airbag, see page 92, Horn (with electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2)

13 Instrument cluster, see page 114

14 Voice recognition system switch, see separate

operating instructions

15 Starter switch, see page 222

16 Right front parktronic warning indicator,

seepage281

17 Fixed air outlets

18 Center air outlets, adjustable

19 Air volume control for left center air outlet

20 Air temperature control for center air outlets

21 Air volume control for right center air outlet

22 Glove box lock, see page 189

23 Glove box lid release, see page 189

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Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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Practical hints Car care Index

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Operation Driving

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Center console 1 ESP (electronic stability program) control switch,

seepage273

2 Level control, see page 276

3 ABC (active body control), see page 275

4 Rear seat head restraints, automatic, see page 81

5 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 163

6 Central locking switch, see page 50

7 Antitheft alarm system, see page 62

Switch for tow-away alarm, see page 64

8 Parking assist (parktronic system) deactivation,

seepage279

9 Rear window sunshade, see page 186

10 COMAND system, see separate operating

instructions

11 Automatic climate control, see page 164

Rear window defroster, see page 176

12 Ashtray, see page 196

Lighter, see page 198

13 Start-/Stop button

Starter switch for KEYLESS-GO only, see page 224

14 Automatic transmission, see page 229

15 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp, see page 296

16 Distronic (DTR) – switch for distance notification

function, see page 265

17 Distronic (DTR) – thumbwheel for setting distance,

seepage265

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Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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Practical hints Car care Index

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Operation Driving

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Operation

Vehicle keys ......................................28

Start lock-out ....................................32

General notes on the

central locking system ...............33

Central locking system ...................34

Radio frequency and infrared

remote control ..............................34

KEYLESS-GO .................................38

Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof

from outside ..................................45

Panic button ..................................47

Mechanical keys ...........................47

Doors ..................................................48

Power closing assist for

doors and trunk lid .....................50

Central locking switch ....................50

Automatic central locking ..............52

Emergency unlocking

in case of accident ......................52

Trunk .................................................53

Trunk lid release switch .................57

Trunk lid release/close switch ...... 58

Trunk lid emergency release .........61

Antitheft alarm system ................... 62

Tow-away alarm ............................... 64

Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 66

Front seat adjustment ..................... 67

Removal and installation

of front seat head restraints ......71

Backrest ............................................ 72

Lumbar support ................................74

Multicontour backrest .....................74

Seat heater .........................................76

Seat ventilation system .................. 79

Power head restraints, rear ............81

Seat belts and

integrated restraint system ....... 82

Seat belts .......................................... 82

Seat belt nonusage

warning system ............................ 83

BabySmart

airbag

deactivation system ................... 88

Self-test BabySmart

without special child

seat installed ................................ 89

Supplemental restraint

system (SRS) ................................90

Emergency tensioning

retractor (ETR) ............................. 91

Airbags ..............................................92

Safety guidelines for the

seat belt, emergency

tensioning retractor

and airbag .................................. 100

Infant and child

restraint systems .......................102

Steering wheel adjustment .......... 105

Rear view mirrors ..........................106

Rear view mirror,

automatic antiglare ..................106

Memory function ............................111

Instrument cluster ..........................114

Multifunction steering wheel,

multifunction display ...............120

Trip and main odometer,

FSS, tire inflation pressure

monitor and

engine oil level indicator .........124

Audio systems ................................125

Radio ............................................125

CD player .....................................126

Cassette player ...........................127

Telephone ........................................128

Telephone book ..........................128

Redialing ..................................... 130

Incoming call .............................. 131

Navigation system ..........................132

Distronic (DTR) ............................... 133

Trip computer ................................. 134

Malfunction/warning

message memory ......................136

Individual settings .........................138

Setting the audio volume ..............146

Flexible service system

(FSS) ............................................147

Tire inflation

pressure monitor ......................150

Engine oil level indicator ..............154

Engine oil consumption ................155

Exterior lamp switch .....................156

Headlamp mode .............................157

Night security illumination ..........158

Headlamp cleaning system ...........159

Combination switch .......................160

Hazard warning flasher

switch ..........................................163

Automatic climate control .............164

Display and controls ..................166

Dust filter .....................................167

Basic setting ................................168

Special settings ...........................169

Air recirculation .........................171

Activated charcoal filter ........... 172

Economy mode ........................... 173

Residual engine heat

utilization .....................................174

Switching the automatic

climate control on and off ........ 175

Front center console storage

compartment ventilation .......... 175

Rear window defroster ..................176

Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air outlets ............... 177

Power windows ...............................178

Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 181

Interior lighting ............................. 184

Rear window sunshade .................186

Sun visors .......................................187

Vanity mirrors ................................187

Interior ............................................188

Storage compartments

and armrests ..............................188

Glove box .....................................189

Coat hooks ......................................192

Cup holder ......................................193

Ashtrays ..........................................196

Lighter .............................................198

Parcel net in trunk ........................199

Cargo tie-down hooks ....................200

Parcel net in front

passenger footwell ....................200

Telephone, general ........................201

Garage door opener .......................202

Infrared reflecting windshield ....206

Instruments and controls

Operation Driving

Instrument

cluster display

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28Central locking system

Vehicle keys and KEYLESS-GO-cards (optional)

Included with your vehicle are:

• 2 electronic main 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 main keys are a different color to help distinguish each individual key.

• 1 electronic reserve key without remote control functions, plus removable mechanical key.

• Vehi c l e s wit h KEYLE SS - GO : 2 KEYLESS-GO-cards without removable mechanical key.

Warn ing!

When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch and take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you, 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.

Vehicle s w i th KEY L ESS-GO :

See page 44 on how to use the electronic key together with the KEYLESS-GO-card.

Important!

In the case of the loss of a KEYLESS-GO-card, electronic keys or mechanical keys, please, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) as soon as possible to have the keys or KEYLESS-GO-card deactivated.

Electronic main key

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The electronic main 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 storage compartment locks.

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 main key.

The infrared receivers are located in the door handles.

Note:

Remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to trunk or storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key.

See page 53 for separate locking of trunk and page 189 for locking of glove box.

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Electronic reserve key

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The electronic reserve key is without remote control functions, plus removable mechanical key.

The electronic reserve key (1) works only in the starter switch. There are no batteries inside the electronic reserve key.

The mechanical key (2) works only in the driver’s door, trunk, and storage compartment locks.

To use the mechanical key (2), remove it from its electronic reserve key (1).

Note:

We recommend that you carry the electronic reserve key plus mechanical key with you and keep it in a safe place (e.g. your wallet) so that it is always handy. Never leave the electronic reserve key in the vehicle.

KEYLESS-GO-card

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The KEYLESS-GO-card (1) does not have a removable mechanical key.

The functions of the KEYLESS-GO-card (1) are identical to those of the electronic main key. Carrying the card with you permits the use of the vehicle.

The validity of the KEYLESS-GO-card is checked every time when grasping a door handle or pushing the trunk lid release. Once the KEYLESS-GO-card is recognized outside the vehicle, the doors, trunk lid and fuel filler flap are unlocked, depending on the selected mode (global or selective unlocking mode, see page 43).

Starter switch KEYLESS-GO, see page 224.

Starting and turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO, see page 227 and page 228.

Note:

In the case of a malfunction in the KEYLESS-GO-system, we recommend that you carry the electronic key plus mechanical key with you and keep them in a safe place so that they are always handy. Never leave the electronic key or a KEYLESS-GO-card in the vehicle.

Obtaining replacement keys

Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys or the KEYLESSGO-card can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Start lock-out

Important!

Operating with electronic key:

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.

Operating with KEYLESS-GO:

Turning off the engine with the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever activates the start lock-out. For turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO, see page 228.

Starting the engine with the start-/stop button deactivates the start lock-out, if a valid KEYLESS-GOcard is recognized inside the vehicle. For starting the engine with KEYLESS-GO, see page 227. The engine cannot be started with a KEYLESS-GO-card outside the vehicle.

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 on either door handle. Check the batteries of the electronic main key, see page 363, or synchronize the remote control, see page 365.

• Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO only: A KEYLESS-GO-card must be recognized by the system as being outside the vehicle to enable the vehicle to be locked or unlocked (maximum distance between card and doors or trunk is approx. 3 ft. (1 m). Check the location of the KEYLESS-GO-card, see page 38. Check the batteries of the KEYLESS-GOcard, see page 366. The trunk lid will open automatically if a KEYLESS-GO card is detected in the trunk, see page 38.

Note:

If neither the remote control nor KEYLESS-GO system functions, use the mechanical key to unlock or lock 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 main key; or with the optional KEYLESS-GOsystem, when carrying a KEYLESS-GO-card, by grasping a door handle or pressing the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever.

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Radio frequency and infrared remote control

The electronic main 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 363 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 sliding/pop-up roof and switching on the driver’s seat ventilation 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 ‹, see page 45.

With vehicle centrally locked, the trunk can also be opened by using the remote control.

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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1 Transmit button

‹ Locking

Œ Unlocking

Š Opening trunk (if not separately locked)

2 Lamp for battery check (see page 363 for changing

batteries if it does not light up briefly)

3 PANIC button

4 Transmitter eye

5 Locking tab for mechanical key

6 Infrared receiver in driver’s door handle 7 Infrared receiver in passenger door handle

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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 Œ once to unlock driver’s door and fuel filler flap. Press transmit button Œ twice to unlock both doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk.

Global unlocking mode – Press transmit button Œ once to unlock both doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk.

Notes:

If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 53.

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 nor 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 main key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when pressing transmit button) or to synchronize the remote control, see pages 363 and 365.

Choosing global or selective mode on remote control

Press and hold transmit buttons ‹ and Œ simultaneously for approx. 6 seconds to reprogram the remote control. Battery check lamp will blink two times indicating the completed mode change.

Opening the trunk

The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance.

A minimum height clearance of 6 ft. (1.85 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

Press transmit button Š until trunk lid is open.

Important!

Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle is centrally locked.

Notes:

If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 53.

Vehicles with optional trunk lid opening/closing system (see page 58): The switch operated opening/closing procedure can be immediately halted by pressing button Š on the electronic main key.

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KEYLESS-GO

Important!

For the KEYLESS-GO-system to function properly, the operator should observe the following:

• The driver should carry the KEYLESS-GO-card with him/her.

• To avoid radio transmission interference, never store the KEYLESS-GO-card together with other electronic items (e.g. cellular telephones, other KEYLESS-GOcards) or metallic objects (e.g. coins, metal foil).

• To lock or unlock the vehicle, the card must be recognized by the system as being located outside the vehicle. The card must be in close proximity to a door or the trunk lid (approx. 3 ft. [1 m]). To activate the start/stop button function, the KEYLESS-GOcard must be recognized by the system as being located inside the vehicle.

• If the KEYLESS-GO-card is positioned farther away from the vehicle (e.g. inside clothing or a briefcase) and can no longer be recognized by the system, the vehicle cannot be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS-GO-system.

• If the KEYLESS-GO-card is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running, or by placing the card in front of the center armrest (see page 190), the message “CHIP-CARD – NOT RECOGNIZED!” will appear repeatedly in the multifunction display, seepage318. Find the card or change its present location (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket).

• If the message “CHIP-CARD – NOT RECOGNIZED” is ignored for an extended period of time (approx.15 minutes), the engine could stop by itself during a vehicle stop (e.g. traffic light). The vehicle can then no longer be centrally locked or the engine restarted. You must first find the card or change its present location (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket). Start the engine again. See page 224.

• Do not forget, the engine can be started by anyone with a KEYLESS-GO-card that is left inside the vehicle. Leaving the chip-card behind when exiting and locking the vehicle, the message “CHIP-CARD –

STILL IN VEHICLE” appears in the multifunction

display, see page 318.

• Opening the driver’s door with the engine shut off and no electronic key in the starter switch, the message “CHIP-CARD – DO NOT FORGET” appears as a reminder, see page 318.

Important

Notes:

The KEYLESS-GO-function also permits closing of windows and sliding/pop-up roof (convenience feature), see page 46.

With the KEYLESS-GO-card in close proximity (approx. 3 ft. [1 m]) of the vehicle, aiming a jet of water at a door handle (e.g. when washing the vehicle) or cleaning snow from a door, could lock or unlock the vehicle inadvertently.

To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, the trunk lid will open automatically if a KEYLESS-GO-card is recognized in the area of the rear shelf or inside the trunk.

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Locking and unlocking with KEYLESS-GO-card

Unlocking:

Grasp either door handle. All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked.

The KEYLESS-GO-card can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking modes (see below):

Selective unlocking mode – Grasp driver’s door handle to unlock driver’s door and fuel filler flap.

Grasping the passenger door, centrally unlocks the vehicle.

Global unlocking mode – Grasp either door handle to unlock both doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk.

For choosing global or selective mode on KEYLESS-GOcard, see page 43.

Notes:

The door which was unlocked, can be opened immediately after the audible click. The other door can be opened after its lock button rises up.

If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 53.

The presently active unlocking mode (selective or global) can be determined by pressing the button on the KEYLESS-GO-card (see page 43 for changing mode).

If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the KEYLESS-GO-card, neither door nor 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 lock button (1) at either door. 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, or the KEYLESS-GO-card is still in the vehicle. Check the multifunction display, see page 318.

Note:

Locking the vehicle with the door lock button (1) is only possible if a KEYLESS-GO-card is outside the vehicle.

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Unlocking:

Press trunk lid lock (2) to open trunk only.

Locking:

Press the trunk lid lock button (3). 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 or a KEYLESS-GO-card is still in the vehicle. Check the multifunction display, see page 318.

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If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 53.

The vehicle cannot be centrally unlocked via the trunk lid lock (2).

To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, the trunk lid will open automatically if a KEYLESS-GO-card is recognized in the area of the rear shelf or inside the trunk.

Choosing global or selective mode on KEYLESS-GO-card

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To choose between the selective or global opening mode press and hold button (1) until the indicator lamp at the requested symbol (2) or (3) comes on.

Checking last KEYLESS-GO-card locking mode

Briefly press button (1). The indicator lamp (2) or (3) lights up in red (vehicle locked) or in green (vehicle unlocked).

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Simultaneous use of electronic key and KEYLESS-GO-card

When using the electronic key and the KEYLESS-GOcard at the same time, the electronic key overrules the KEYLESS-GO-card.

If the engine is started with the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever, and afterwards the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch, the engine continues to run with the gear selector lever in positions “R”, “N”, “D” plus ranges “4”, “3”, “2”, “1” until it is stopped by using the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever.

If the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch while the gear selector lever is in position “P”, the electronic key takes over. The vehicle operates according to the electronic key position in the starter switch (see page 222), eventually even stopping the engine.

Warn ing!

When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, take the KEYLESS-GO-card with you, and lock your vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside (summer opening/convenience feature)

Aim transmitter eye of remote control at a door receiver.

Summer opening: (Operation with electronic main key)

The sliding/pop-up roof and all side windows can be opened and the driver’s seat ventilation automatically switches on. See page 79 for seat ventilation.

Continue to press transmit button Œ after unlocking the vehicle.

The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to open after approx. 1 second. The driver’s seat ventilation automatically switches on. See page 79 for seat ventilation.

To interrupt opening procedure, release transmit button.

Convenience feature:

(Operation with electronic main key)

The sliding/pop-up roof and the side windows can be closed.

Continue to press transmit button ‹ after locking the vehicle.

The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to close after approx. 1 second.

To interrupt closing procedure, release transmit button.

Ensure that all side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.

Warn ing!

Never operate the windows or 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.

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Note:

If the windows and 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 main key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when transmitting), or to synchronize the remote control, see page 363 and 365.

Convenience feature (Operation with KEYLESS-GO)

Continue to press lock button on door handle after locking the vehicle.

The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to close after approx. 1 second.

To interrupt closing procedure, release lock button. To reverse direction (within 2 seconds after closing), pull and hold door handle. Opening of windows starts and continues for as long as the door handle is held but the door not opened.

Ensure that all side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.

Warn ing!

Never operate the windows or sliding/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.

In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the lock button. To reverse direction of movement pull and hold outside door handle.

Panic button

Note:

For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15, Subpart C, Section 209 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.

WARNING: Changes or modification not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could void 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 2

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To deactivate press button (1) again, or insert electronic key in starter switch.

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Mechanical keys

The mechanical keys work only in driver’s door, trunk, and storage compartment 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 368.

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1 Opening – pull handle

2 Unlocking driver’s door

3 Locking driver’s door

Important!

The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system.

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.

The passenger door must be locked with the door lock button – the driver’s door can only be locked when it is closed.

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 door, the trunk and fuel filler flap remain locked.

• global unlocking mode, both doors, the trunk and fuel filler flap are unlocked.

Notes:

When opening a door, the door window and rear side window lower slightly. After closing the door, the windows close again.

In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually.

To lock, push down lock button 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 main key.

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Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid

The doors and the trunk lid close automatically if:

• the doors are positioned against the lock,

• the trunk lid is lowered against the lock.

It is not necessary to slam the door or trunk lid closed, a pneumatic power-assisted mechanism draws doors and trunk lid closed quietly and automatically once the lid or door has been latched. When the pneumatic powerassisted mechanism has stopped, doors and/or trunk can be reopened.

War ning!

To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door or trunk opening when closing a door or the trunk lid. Be especially careful when small children are around.

The pneumatic power closing assist mechanism cannot be interrupted once it has been engaged.

To prevent personal injury, never actuate the closing assist mechanism by tampering with the door or trunk lid latch.

Central locking switch

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.

Notes:

If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control or the lock button at any door handle (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO) 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 main key; or (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO) when carrying the KEYLESS-GO-card, grasp the door handle or press the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever.

Warn ing!

When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you, 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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Automatic central locking

With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.

The automatic central locking function can be switched on or off. See page 138 for “Individual settings”.

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 approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or less with the automatic central locking activated, the door will again be automatically locked at speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.

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 (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: operation position, see page 224), the vehicle doors will lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel spin at vehicle speeds of approx. 9mph (15km/h) or more.

To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking. See page 138 for “Individual settings”.

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).

Trunk

0 Neutral position – push to open (arrow)

1 Unlock ing

2 Separate locking of trunk – remove mechanical key

in this position.

The lock is located in the license plate recess.

When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle.

To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the electronic key less its mechanical key with the vehicle.

Notes:

In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually.

To unlock and open the trunk lid, turn mechanical key to position 1 (see next page), hold and push to open.

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 f lash and the alarm will sound.

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To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the starter switch or press button Œ or ‹ on the electronic main key; or (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO) when carrying the KEYLESS-GO-card, grasp the door handle or press the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever.

If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 368.

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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Vehicles without trunk lid opening/closing system:

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.

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Press trunk lid button (2) briefly. The trunk lid closes automatically.

The trunk lid can also be closed with the trunk lid opening/closing switch located on the driver’s door, see page 58.

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War ning!

To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk opening when closing the trunk lid. Be especially careful when small children are around.

Always be sure persons who might get injured are away from the trunk area when you operate the trunk lid closing button located on the vehicle door.

To interrupt the hydraulic power closing assist mechanism press trunk lid close button (2) inside the trunk lid, push in trunk lid lock, or press button Š on the electronic main key.

Notes:

The automatic closing process is interrupted if the trunk lid is pushed against an object. The trunk lid will reverse slightly and stop. In its final closing stage the hydraulic power closing assist mechanism releases the trunk lid which then drops into the lock by its own weight. Now the trunk lid will stop but not reverse slightly.

Investigate and correct the cause of interruption.

Now press trunk lid close button (2) again to close the trunk lid.

In case of a malfunction the trunk lid can be opened and closed manually.

To open, unlock trunk lid with the mechanical key and open lid by hand, see page 53.

To close, lower trunk lid with hands placed flat on trunk lid. Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle.

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, the trunk lid will open automatically if a KEYLESS-GO-card is recognized in the area of the rear shelf or inside the trunk.

Trunk lid release switch

(Vehicles without trunk lid opening/closing system)

The switch is located on the driver’s door.

The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance.

A minimum height clearance of 6 ft. (1.85 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

To open the trunk, the vehicle must be at standstill. Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open.

The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open.

Notes:

The trunk can also be opened by using the remote control. Press Š button.

The trunk lid cannot be opened by the switch or the remote control when previously locked separately with the mechanical key. To open, see page 53.

The trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid release switch when the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control. To unlock vehicle with the remote control, see page 34.

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Trunk lid opening/closing system (optional)

The switch is located on the driver’s door.

The trunk lid will open and close automatically. You should always make sure that there is sufficient clearance.

A minimum height clearance of 6 ft. (1.85 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

To open and close the trunk, the vehicle must be parked and unlocked.

To open trunk l id :

Pull up on switch until trunk lid begins to open. The switch can now be released, the trunk lid opens automatically.

To interrupt the opening process, either pull up on switch, or push in trunk lid lock, or press button Š on the remote control.

The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open.

To clos e tr u nk l i d:

Press upper half of switch until trunk lid is closed and the indicator lamp in the switch goes out.

Warn ing!

When closing the trunk lid, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. Be especially careful when small children are around. Maintain sight of trunk area while operating the door mounted switch.

To interrupt the hydraulic power closing assist mechanism release trunk lid release/close switch and pull up to open.

Notes:

The automatic closing process is interrupted, if the trunk lid is pushed against an object. The trunk lid will reverse slightly and stop. In its final closing stage the hydraulic power closing assist mechanism releases the trunk lid which then drops into the lock by its own weight. Now the trunk lid will stop but not reverse slightly.

Investigate and correct the cause of interruption.

Now press trunk lid opening/closing switch again to close the trunk lid.

In case of a malfunction the trunk lid can be opened and closed manually.

To open, unlock trunk lid with the mechanical key and open lid by hand, see page 53.

To close, lower trunk lid with hands placed flat on trunk lid. Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle.

The trunk can also be opened by using the remote control. Press Š button.

The trunk lid cannot be opened by the switch or the remote control when previously locked separately with the mechanical key. To open, see page 53.

The trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid opening/closing switch when the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch. To unlock vehicle with the central locking switch, see page 50.

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, the trunk lid will open automatically if a KEYLESS-GO-card is recognized in the area of rear shelf or inside the trunk.

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Opening height restriction of trunk lid

The trunk lid opening height can be restricted when transporting goods on a roof rack (e.g. presence of an MB sport luggage container). When activated, the trunk lid opens to below the roof line of the vehicle.

To a ctivate:

Press upper half of trunk lid opening/closing switch for a minimum of 5 seconds.

To deactivate:

Press upper half of trunk lid opening/closing switch for a minimum of 5 seconds.

Note:

To fully open the trunk lid while opening height restriction activated, deactivate it.

Trunk lid emergency release

The emergency release button (1) is located in the trunk lid.

Briefly press emergency release button (1). All doors, the fuel filler f lap, and the trunk unlock; and the trunk lid opens.

Note:

The emergency release button (1) only unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing.

Important!

The emergency trunk lid release button (1) does not open the trunk lid, if:

• the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected,

• the trunk lid was previously locked separately with

the mechanical key, see page 53.

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.

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Antitheft alarm system

1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console

The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control or the KEYLESS-GO-function, by locking or unlocking the vehicle.

The antitheft alarm is armed within approx. 10 seconds after locking the vehicle with the remote control or the lock button at each door handle (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO).

A blinking lamp (1) indicates that the alarm is armed.

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 2

/2minutes 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 210.

Notes:

When you unlock the driver’s door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound.

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Tow -away alarm

The switch is located in the center console.

1 Press to switch off

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 2

/2minutes 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 main key; or (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO) when carrying the KEYLESS-GO-card, grasp the door handle or press the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever.

If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 210.

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 1 or 0, 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 main key or (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO) the lock button at each door handle.

The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the electronic main key or the lock button at each door handle (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO) at which time it is automatically reactivated.

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Easy-entry/exit feature

The switch is located on the steering column adjustment lever.

Turn the switch in direction:

1 to switch on

2 to switch off

With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards to allow easier entry into and exit from the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened. However, the engine must be turned off.

When the electronic key is inserted in the starter switch or, with a valid KEYLESS-GO-card, when pressing the start-/stop button on the gear selector lever, and if the driver’s door is closed, the steering wheel returns 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 with the easy-entry/exit feature activated and you open the driver’s door or remove the electronic key 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.

Front seat adjustment

War ning!

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, take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you, 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 a front door open, the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in starter switch position 0).

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The switches are located in both doors.

We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order:

1 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.

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Do not move the front passenger seat completely forward if objects are stored in the parcel net in the front passenger side footwell. Items in the net may be damaged.

2 Seat, up/down

Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached.

3 Seat cushion tilt

Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your l egs are slightly 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 Seat cushion depth

Press the switch fore or aft until your legs are supported comfortably.

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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 if the preset position does not support the back of your head approximately at ear level.

Only minor personal adjustments, as described below, should then be required. For steering wheel adjustment, see page 105; inside rear view mirror, see page 106; exterior rear view mirrors, see page 107.

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Adjust the head restraint angle (7) by hand. Push or pull the head restraint in direction of arrow.

Storing seat positions

The head restraint, steering wheel and rear view mirror positions are stored together with the seat position.

See page 111 for notes on the memory function. For recalling a stored seat/head restraint/steering wheel/ and rear view mirror position see page 112.

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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 92 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

compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM 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.

Removal and installation of front seat head restraints

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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) downwards and hold until the head restraint is fully retracted. Pull head restraint out with one strong jerking movement.

To inst all: Press switch (1) downwards and hold for about 5seconds.

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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Backrest

Folding forward: Lift release lever and fold backrest forward. The seat will automatically slide forward and the head restraint will move down.

Folding back: Lift release lever and fold backrest back. The seat and head restraint return to their previous positions.

To interrupt the procedure, activate the power seat switch located in the front door.

Warn ing!

The seat belts provide protection only with the backrest locked in place and, therefore, must be locked in place with the vehicle in motion. Do not drive the vehicle when the backrest is not locked in place. If the warning message “SEAT BACKREST LEFT – LOCK!” or “SEAT BACKREST RIGHT – LOCK!” is displayed in the multifunction display, then the respective backrest is not engaged in its lock. Carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is in a safe distance from the roadway. Always provide sufficient room behind the backrest and fold the backrest all the way back until it locks in place.

The warning message is no longer displayed as soon as the backrest is locked in place. If both backrests are locked in place and the warning message is still displayed, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.

When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you, 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.

Notes:

The automatic seat slide is provided with a safety feature.

The automatic process is interrupted, if the backrest of the sliding seat is pushed against an occupant or object. The seat will slide forward and stop.

Investigate and correct the cause of interruption.

Now use memory button (page 112) or power seat switch (page 68) to bring seat into desired position.

When folding the backrest forward from a reclined position, and then folding it back, the backrest stops in a more upright position for the safety of any rear-seat passenger. Adjust the backrest until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel, see page 68.

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Lumbar support (optional)

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The thumbwheels are located on the sides of the front seats.

The seats have an inflatable air cushion built into the backrest to provide additional lumbar support.

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2. The inflation pressure of the air cushion can be continuously varied between position “0” (no pressure) and position “5” (maximum pressure) by changing the pressure regulator (1) setting.

Multicontour backrest (optional)

The switch clusters are located on the sides of the front seats.

1 Lumbar region

2 Center section

3 Backrest side cushions

4 Massage function (PULSE)

Some models may be equipped with multicontour seats. These seats have inflatable air cushions built into the backrests to provide additional lumbar and side support.

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2 to operate.

We recommend that you make the basic settings in the following order:

1 Lumbar region

Press j or k to select a lumbar region.

Press and hold æ or ç to inflate or deflate the selected lumbar support.

2 Center section

Press æ or ç side of switch and hold; the air cushion will be inflated or deflated. Release the switch in the desired position.

3 Backrest side cushions

The lateral support increases or decreases as you press the button to the right or left. Adjust the side cushions to provide good lateral support.

4 Massage function (PULSE)

The multicontour backrest is equipped with a massage function to help prevent fatigue during longer journeys.

The PULSE function inflates and deflates the air cushions in the lumbar region rhythmically.

An indicator lamp on the switch lights up when the PULSE function is switched on. The PULSE function switches off automatically after approximately 8minutes.

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Seat heater

The seat heaters can be switched on with the electronic key in starter switch positions 1 or 2.

The buttons are located on each door.

Notes:

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. In this case, one or both indicator lamps will blink.

The seat heaters switch back 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.

Vehicles without seat ventilation function:

Normal heating mode: Press button (1). One indicator lamp in the switch lights up.

The seat heater will be automatically switched off after approximately 30 minutes.

Rapid heating mode:

Press button (2). Both indicator lamps in the switch light up.

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automatically after approximately 5 minutes.

Turning off the heater: Press button (1) or (2) again. The indicator lamps go out. The seat heater is switched off.

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Vehicles with seat ventilation function:

Rapid heating mode: Press button (3) once. Both red indicator lamps above the button light up.

The system switches over to normal heating mode automatically after approximately 5 minutes.

Normal heating mode: Press button (3) twice. One red indicator lamp above the button lights up.

The seat heater will be automatically switched off after approximately 30 minutes.

Turning off the heater: Press the button (3) again. The indicator lamps go out. The seat heater is switched off.

Seat ventilation system

The buttons are located on each door.

Seat ventilation can be activated manually with the electronic key in starter switch positions 1 or 2, or by the summer opening function, see page 45.

Notes:

When in operation, the seat ventilation system consumes a large amount of electrical power. It is not advisable to use the seat ventilator longer than necessary.

The seat ventilators may automatically switch off if too many power consumers are switched on at the same time or if the battery charge is low. In this case, one or more indicator lamps will blink.

The seat ventilation switch back on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available.

If the blinking of the indicator lamps is distracting to you, the seat ventilators can be switched off.

The maximum ventilation level (level 3) is automatically selected if the driver’s seat ventilation is activated by the summer opening function, see page 45.

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Manual activation:

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2.

Level 3 ventilation setting (maximum): Press button (1). Three blue indicator lamps above the button light up.

The level of ventilation is decreased one step approximately every 10 minutes.

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Level 2 ventilation setting (middle): Press button (1) again. Two blue indicator lamps above the button light up.

Level 1 ventilation setting (minimum): Press button (1) again. One blue indicator lamp above the button lights up.

Turning off the seat ventilation: Press button (1) again. The indicator lamps go out. The seat ventilation is switched off.

Power head restraints, rear

The switches are located on the front and rear center console.

Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2.

Activate switch:

1 Place head restraints upright.

2 Fold head restraints backward.

Important!

For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the 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.

Notes:

Both head restraints fold up or back together.

The head restraints will position themselves automatically when the seats are occupied (seat belt buckled).

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Seat belts and integrated restraint system

Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts for all seats, emergency tensioning retractors, dual front airbags, side impact airbags for driver, front and rear passengers, 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

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.

War ning!

The seat belts provide protection only with the backrest locked in place. Do not drive the vehicle when the backrest is not locked in place. If the warning message “SEAT BACKREST LEFT – LOCK!” or “SEAT BACKREST RIGHT – LOCK!” is displayed in the multifunction display, then the respective backrest is not engaged in its lock. For backrest see page 72.

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 382.

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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.

Fastening seat belts 1 Latch plate

2 Buckle

3 Release button

Push the latch plate (1) into the buckle (2) until it clicks. Do not twist the belt. A twisted seat belt may cause injury.

To help avoid severe or fatal injuries, 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.

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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.

Caution!

For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the seat or seat back into positions which could affect the correct seat belt positioning.

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).

Warn ing!

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.

• 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

compatible child seat,

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.

BabySmart

Special BabySmart

airbag deactivation system

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

airbag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, the passenger front airbag will not deploy.

The 7 indicator lamp located on 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.

BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp.

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After turning electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2, the 7 indicator lamp located on the center console comes on for approx. 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 296 for notes on the 7 indicator lamp.

Warn ing!

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

compatible.

Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the deactivation system.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation of special child seats.

The passenger front airbag will not deploy only if the 7 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

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.

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

and in rear impacts exceeding a preset severity level. 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.

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Airbags

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.

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 or 2. If no fault is detected, the lamp will go out after approximately 4 seconds; 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 after approximately 4 seconds 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.

Initially, when the electronic key is turned from starter switch position 0 to position 1 or 2, malfunctions in the crash sensor are detected and indicated (the “SRS” indicator lamp stays on longer than 4 seconds or does not come on).

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 293 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 7 indicator lamp on 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.

Side impact airbags, window curtain airbags

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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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Heavy objects on front passenger seat can cause the front passenger side impact airbag to deploy in a crash.

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Window curtain airbags

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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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.

War ning!

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:

• 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.

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