Mercedes Benz E320 2004, E320 4MATIC 2004, E500 4MATIC 2004 Owner Manual

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E320

E320 4MATIC

E500 4MATIC

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

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

Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To help assure your driving pleasure, as well as your and your passengers' safety, we ask you to make a small investment of time:

Please read this manual carefully, then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

Please follow the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to assist you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

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

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

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents


Introduction	9
Introduction	9	At a glance ..........................................	19	Getting started ...................................	29
Product information................................	9	Cockpit.................................................	20	Unlocking .............................................	30
Operator’s Manual ...............................	10	Instrument cluster ................................	22	Unlocking with the SmartKey .........	30
Service and warranty information ..	10	Multifunction steering wheel ................	24	Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*.........	32
Important notice for California		Center console .....................................	25	Adjusting ..............................................	34
retail buyers and lessees of		Upper part ......................................	25	Seats ..............................................	34
Mercedes-Benz automobiles ..........	11	Lower part ......................................	26	Steering wheel................................	37
Maintenance ..................................	12	Overhead control panel ........................	27	Mirrors............................................	38
Roadside Assistance ......................	12	Door control panel................................	28	Driving..................................................	40
Change of address or ownership....	12			Fastening the seat belts .................	40
Operating your vehicle outside				Starting the engine .........................	43
the USA or Canada.........................	13			Switching on headlamps.................	47
Where to find it ....................................	14			Turn signals and high beam ............	47
Symbols...............................................	15			Windshield wipers...........................	48
Operating safety ..................................	16			Problems while driving....................	50
Proper use of the vehicle ...............	16			Parking and locking ..............................	52
Problems with your vehicle..................	17			Parking brake .................................	52
Reporting safety defects......................	18			Switching off headlamps.................	53
Reporting safety defects ................	18			Turning off engine...........................	53

Contents

Safety and Security ...........................	57
Occupant safety...................................	58
Airbags ...........................................	59
Seat belts .......................................	64
Children in the vehicle....................	67
Blocking of rear door window
operation........................................	74
Panic alarm ..........................................	75
Activating .......................................	75
Deactivating ...................................	75
Driving safety systems.........................	76
ABS ................................................	76
BAS ................................................	78
ESP.................................................	78
The SBC brake system ...................	81
Four wheel electronic traction
system (4MATIC) with the ESP .......	84
Anti-theft systems................................	85
Immobilizer.....................................	85
Anti-theft alarm system ..................	86
Tow-away alarm .............................	87

Controls in detail ...............................	89
Locking and unlocking .........................	90
SmartKey .......................................	90
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ........	93
Opening the doors from
the inside .......................................	99
Opening the tailgate.......................	99
Closing the tailgate ......................	102
Tailgate opening /closing
system* .......................................	103
Automatic central locking ............	107
Locking and unlocking from
the inside .....................................	107
Seats .................................................	109
Easy-entry/exit feature* .............	109
Removing and installing front
seat head restraints .....................	110
Rear seat head restraints .............	111
Multicontour seat*.......................	112
DriveDynamic seat* ...................	113
Heated seats* ..............................	114
Seat ventilation* ..........................	115
Folding bench seat in cargo
compartment ...............................	116

Memory function ...............................	120
Storing positions in memory ........	121
Recalling positions from
memory........................................	121
Storing exterior rear view
mirror parking position ................	121
Lighting .............................................	123
Exterior lamp switch ....................	123
Combination switch .....................	127
Hazard warning flasher ................	127
Interior lighting ............................	128
Door entry lamps .........................	130
Cargo compartment lamp ............	130
Instrument cluster .............................	131
Instrument cluster illumination ....	131
Coolant temperature gauge .........	132
Trip odometer ..............................	132
Tachometer..................................	133
Outside temperature indicator .....	133

Contents

Control system ..................................	134	Good visibility .....................................	169	Automatic climate control* ................	184
Multifunction display....................	134	Rear view mirror ...........................	169	Setting the temperature ...............	188
Multifunction steering wheel........	135	Windshield wipers .........................	170	Adjusting air distribution ..............	189
Menus ..........................................	137	Headlamp cleaning system* .........	171	Adjusting air volume .....................	190
Standard display menu ................	139	Sun visors .....................................	171	Maximum cooling MAX COOL.......	190
AUDIO menu ................................	139	Roller sunblind* in the		Defrosting.....................................	190
NAVI* menu .................................	141	rear doors .....................................	173	Air recirculation mode ..................	191
Distronic* menu...........................	141	Rear window defroster..................	173	Charcoal filter ...............................	192
Malfunction memory menu ..........	142	Climate control...................................	174	Deactivating the climate
Settings menu..............................	143	Setting the temperature................	178	control system ..............................	193
Trip computer menu.....................	158	Adjusting air distribution...............	178	Air conditioning ............................	194
TEL menu* ...................................	160	Adjusting air volume .....................	179	Residual heat and ventilation........	194
Automatic transmission.....................	163	Defrosting .....................................	179	Rear air conditioning.....................	195
One-touch gearshifting.................	164	Air recirculation mode ..................	180	Power windows ..................................	197
Gear ranges .................................	165	Deactivating the climate		Opening and closing the
Gear selector lever position .........	166	control system ..............................	181	windows........................................	197
Program mode selector switch.....	167	Air conditioning.............................	182	Synchronizing power windows......	200
Accelerator position.....................	168	Residual heat and ventilation* ......	182	Sliding/pop-up roof* .........................	201
Emergency operation				Opening and closing the
(Limp Home Mode) ......................	168			sliding/pop-up roof ......................	201
				Synchronizing the
				sliding/pop-up roof ......................	204

Contents

Driving systems .................................	205
Cruise control...............................	205
Distronic*.....................................	208
Airmatic DC (Dual Control)* .........	220
Loading ..............................................	223
Split rear bench seat ....................	223
Expanding the cargo
compartment................................	225
Loading instructions.....................	226
Cargo tie-down rings ....................	227
Cargo management system*........	228
Storage box in cargo
compartment................................	231
Twin roller blind............................	232
Useful features ..................................	234
Interior storage spaces ................	234
Ashtrays .......................................	238
Cigarette lighter ...........................	239
12-V socket* ................................	240
Heated steering wheel* ...............	240
Telephone*...................................	241
Tele Aid* ......................................	242
Garage door opener .....................	250

Operation .........................................	257
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) .........	258
Driving instructions............................	259
Drive sensibly – save fuel.............	259
Drinking and driving .....................	259
Pedals ..........................................	259
Power assistance .........................	260
Brakes ..........................................	260
Driving off ....................................	262
Parking.........................................	262
Tires .............................................	262
Hydroplaning................................	263
Tire traction..................................	264
Tire speed rating ..........................	264
Winter driving instructions ...........	265
Standing water .............................	266
Passenger compartment ..............	266
Driving abroad..............................	266
Control and operation of
radio transmitter ..........................	267
Catalytic converter.......................	267
Emission control ..........................	268
Coolant temperature ....................	268

At the gas station ..............................	270
Check regularly and before
a long trip.....................................	271
Engine compartment .........................	273
Hood ............................................	273
Engine oil .....................................	274
Transmission fluid level................	277
Coolant level ................................	277
Battery .........................................	279
Windshield washer system and
headlamp cleaning system*.........	280
Tires and wheels................................	281
Important guidelines ....................	281
Life of tire ....................................	282
Direction of rotation.....................	282
Checking tire inflation pressure ...	282
Rotating wheels ...........................	285
Winter driving ....................................	287
Winter tires ..................................	287
Block heater* (Canada only) ........	288
Snow chains.................................	288

Contents

Maintenance......................................	289
Flexible Service System PLUS
(FSS PLUS)...................................	289
Clearing the service indicator ......	290
Service term exceeded ................	290
Calling up the service indicator....	290
Resetting the service indicator.....	290
Setting the date for special
works ...........................................	292
Calling up the service
data information...........................	293
Vehicle care.......................................	294
Cleaning and care of vehicle ........	294

Practical hints ..................................	301
What to do if … ...................................	302
Lamps in instrument cluster .........	302
Lamp in center console.................	309
Messages in the display................	310
Where will I find ...? ............................	342
First aid kit....................................	342
Vehicle tool kit, jack and
spare wheel ..................................	342
Unlocking/locking in an emergency ..	345
Unlocking the vehicle....................	345
Locking the vehicle .......................	346
Changing batteries in the
SmartKey/ SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO* ...............................	346
Fuel filler flap emergency
release ..........................................	348
Manually unlocking the
transmission selector lever ...........	348
Opening/closing in an emergency.....	350
Sliding/pop-up roof*....................	350

Replacing bulbs ..................................	351
Bulbs.............................................	351
Replacing bulbs for front lamps ....	353
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps .....	355
Replacing wiper blades ......................	356
Removing wiper blades.................	356
Installing wiper blades ..................	357
Flat tire...............................................	358
Preparing the vehicle ....................	358
Mounting the spare wheel ............	358
Batteries.............................................	363
Disconnecting the battery ............	365
Removing the battery ...................	365
Charging and reinstalling
the battery ....................................	365
Reconnecting the battery .............	366
Jump starting......................................	367
Towing the vehicle..............................	369
Installing towing eye bolt ..............	371
Fuses..................................................	373
Fuse box in passenger
compartment ................................	373

Contents

Technical data..................................	375
Spare parts service ............................	376
Warranty coverage.............................	377
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet......................	377
Identification labels............................	378
Layout of poly-V-belt drive .................	379
E 320/E 500 ...............................	379
Engine................................................	380
Rims and tires....................................	381
Same size tires .............................	381
Minispare wheel ...........................	382
Electrical system................................	383
Main dimensions................................	384
Weights..............................................	385

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ..........	386
Capacities ....................................	386
Engine oils....................................	388
Engine oil additives ......................	388
Air conditioning refrigerant ..........	388
Brake fluid....................................	388
Premium unleaded gasoline .........	389
Fuel requirements ........................	389
Gasoline additives ........................	389
Coolants.......................................	390
Windshield and headlamp
washer system .............................	392
Consumer information .......................	393
Uniform tire quality grading .........	393

Technical terms...............................	395
Index.................................................	401

Introduction

Product information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.

We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving.

For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.

Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.

The Operator’s Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

Service and warranty information

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

New Car Limited Warranty

Emission System Warranty

Emission Performance Warranty

California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

(California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)

State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws)

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

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

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of

18000 miles (approximately 29000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs:

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

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

(3)the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than

30 calender days. Written notification should be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Maintenance	Roadside Assistance		Change of address or ownership

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.

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)

1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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

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

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

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

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

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

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:

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

European Delivery Department

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

European Delivery Department

849 Eglinton Avenue East

Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5

Introduction

Where to find it

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

At a glance

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

Getting started

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

Safety and Security

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

Controls in detail

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

Operation

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

Practical hints

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

Technical data

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

Indexes

The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms.

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

The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation:

this Operator’s Manual

the Service Booklet

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

Symbols

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

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

Warning!

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

Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle.

Helpful hints or further information you may find useful.

Introduction

Symbols

This symbol points to instructions for you to follow.

A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure.

Page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic.

This continuation symbol marks an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page.

->	In the glossary of technical
	terms, this symbol is used to in-
	dicate cross-references to term
	definitions.
DISPLAY	Words appearing in the multi-
	function display are printed in
	the type shown here.

Introduction

Operating safety

Warning!

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

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

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

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

Warning!

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

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

Proper use of the vehicle

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

the safety precautions in this manual

the “Technical data” section in this manual

traffic rules and regulations

motor vehicle laws and safety standards

Warning!

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

Introduction

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 one of the following addresses:

In the USA:

Customer Assistance Center

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Customer Relations Department

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.

849 Eglinton Avenue East

Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5

Introduction

Reporting safety defects

For the USA only:

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

Reporting safety defects

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

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

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

At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Multifunction steering wheel

Center console

Overhead control panel

Door control panel

Mercedes Benz E320 2004, E320 4MATIC 2004, E500 4MATIC 2004 Owner Manual

At a glance

Cockpit

	Item		Page
1	Parking brake pedal		45, 52
2	Hood lock release		273
3	Steering wheel adjustment		37
	stalk
	Heated steering wheel*		240
4	Parking brake release		45
5	Combination switch
		Turn signals	47
		Windshield wipers	48
		High beam	47
6	Door control panel		28
7	Exterior lamp switch		123

	Item		Page
8	Headlamp washer button*		171
9	Cruise control lever
		Cruise control	212
		Distronic*	208
a Instrument cluster			22,
			131
b Multifunction steering			24,
	wheel		135

c Horn

dLever for voice control system*, see separate operating instructions

At a glance

Cockpit

	Item	Page
e	Starter switch	31
f	Overhead control panel	27
g	Mobile phone/Glasses box	234
h	Glove box lid release, glove	234
	box lock
j	Glove box	234
k	Center console	25

At a glance

Instrument cluster

	Item	Page
1	L Left turn signal indi-
	cator lamp
2	v Antilock Brake Sys-	303
	tem (ABS)/Electronic
	Stability Program
	(ESP) warning lamp
3	Speedometer
4	Multifunction display
	with:
	Basic display with outside	146
	temperature display
	Status indicator with mal-
	function warning message
	Trip odometer	132
5	l Distance warning	307
	lamp1

6K Right turn signal indicator lamp

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

Item

Page

7Coolant temperature display with:

• Coolant tempera-		306
	ture warning lamp
8 Tachometer with:
1 Supplemental		308
	restraint system
	indicator lamp
- Antilock Brake Sys-		302
	tem (ABS) malfunc-
	tion indicator lamp
< Seat belt non-usage		307
	warning lamp
A High beam head-		127
	lamp indicator
9 Main odometer with:
	Selector lever position	43
	Program mode	167

At a glance

Instrument cluster

	Item		Page
a	Clock with:		148
	; Brake warning		304
		lamp, except
		Canada
	3 Brake warning		304
		lamp, Canada only
	? Engine malfunction		305
		indicator lamp
b	Fuel display with:
	A Fuel reserve warn-		307
		ing lamp
c	Reset button for:
		Resetting trip	132
		odometer
		Adjusting instrument	131
		cluster illumination
		Confirming new time	148
		settings

At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel

Item	Page	Item	Page
1 Multifunction display in	134	4 Menu systems: Press but-
speedometer		ton
Operating control sys-	135	è for next system

	tem	ÿ for previous system
		ÿ for previous system
	2 Selecting the submenu or	5 Moving within a menu:
	setting the volume	5 Moving within a menu:
	setting the volume	Press button
		Press button
	ç down/to decrease	j for next display
		j for next display
	æ up/to increase	k for previous display
		k for previous display

3Telephone*: Press button

s to take a call to dial a call

t to end a call

to reject an incoming call

Center console

Upper part

Item	Page
1 Automatic climate control*	184

2COMAND system, see separate operating instructions

3	Seat heater*, front passen-	114
	ger side
4	Electronic Stability Pro-	80
	gram (ESP) control switch
5	Central locking switch	108
6	Opening/closing button	235
	for storage tray or CD
	changer*, see separate op-
	erating instructions
7	Rear seat head restraints	111
	switch, folding down

At a glance

Center console

	Item	Page
8	Rear window wiper	50
9	Seat heater*, driver’s side	114
a	Hazard warning flasher	127
	switch
b	PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF	69
	indicator lamp

At a glance

Center console

Lower part

	Item	Page
1	Ashtray	238
2	KEYLESS-GO* start/stop	33
	button
3	Selector lever for automat-	43,
	ic transmission	163
4	Adaptive damping system	220
	(ADS)* switch

	Item	Page
5	Vehicle level control	221
	switch*
6	Thumbwheel for setting	215
	distance for Distronic*
7	Distance warning func-	216
	tion* on/off switch
8	Program mode selector for	167
	automatic transmission

Overhead control panel

	Item	Page
1	Rear interior lighting	129
	on/off
2	Automatic interior lighting	128
3	Front interior lighting	128
	on/off
4	Temperature sensor
5	Right reading lamp on/off	128
6	Sliding/pop-up roof*	201

At a glance

Overhead control panel

	Item	Page
7	Tele Aid (emergency call	242
	system) button
8	Rear view mirror	169
9	Reading lamps	128
a	Garage door opener	250
b	Tow-away alarm button	87
c	Ambient lighting	152
d	Interior lighting
e	Left reading lamp on/off	129

At a glance

Door control panel

	Item	Page
1	Door handle	99
2	Seat adjustment	35
3	Memory function (for stor-	120
	ing seat, exterior mirror
	and steering wheel set-
	tings)
4	Exterior rear view mirror	38
	adjustment
5	Switches for opening/	197
	closing front and rear side
	windows, rear window
	override switch
6	Remote tailgate release	107
	switch, Tailgate opening
	system*

Getting started

Unlocking

Adjusting

Driving

Parking and locking

Getting started

Unlocking

The “Getting started” section provides an	Unlocking with the SmartKey
overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-
overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-
tions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners
should pay special attention to the infor-
mation given here.
If you are already familiar with the basic
functions described here, the “Controls in
detail” section will provide you with further
information. The corresponding page refer-
ences are located at the end of each seg-
ment.

Press unlock button Œon the SmartKey.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up.

The SBC brake system is activated.

Get in the vehicle and insert the SmartKey in the starter switch.

More information can be found in the “Controls in detail” section ( page 90).

SmartKey

1 ‹Lock button

2 ŠUnlock button for tailgate*

3 ŒUnlock button

4 ÂPanic button ( page 75)

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