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where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster. Install child seat according to manufacturer’s instructions. The child seat must be firmly attached to the right and left side anchors. An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident which could result in serious injury or death to the child. Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be replaced. Non-LATCH-type child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Vehicles with non-foldable rear bench seat: The LATCH-type anchors are blended with covers. Vehicles with split rear bench seat: The LATCH-type anchors are located between the seat cushion and the backrest.

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injury or an accident. Therefore, secure the rear doors with the child safety locks whenever children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The child safety locks on the rear doors enable you to secure each rear door individually. You cannot open a secured rear door from the inside. You can open the rear door from the outside when the vehicle is unlocked.

1 Securing 2 Releasing X Securing: Press the lever up in direction of

arrow 1.

X Check to make sure the child safety locks

are working properly.

Non-foldable rear bench seat 1 Indicates the position of the anchors 2 Anchorage ring covers 3 Anchors X Remove anchorage ring covers 2 from anchors 3 by pulling it in direction of arrow.

X Store anchorage ring covers 2, for

example in the storage compartment of the rear center armrest.

Split rear bench seat, child seat anchors X Install a LATCH-type child seat according

to the manufacturer’s instructions. A rigid connection between the child seat and the body of the vehicle is established.

! Make sure the seat belt for the center seat can operate freely with a child seat installed.

Child safety Child safety locks G Observe Safety notes, see page 59. G Warning! Children could open a rear door from the inside. This may cause serious personal

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X Releasing: Press the lever down in

direction of arrow 2.

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Override switch G Observe Safety notes, see With the override switch you can disable the rear door window switches in the rear door panels. G Warning! Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure themselves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the window opening.

X Activating: Press override switch 1.

Indicator lamp 2 comes on. The rear door windows can no longer be operated using the respective switch located in the rear doors.

It is still possible to operate the rear door windows using the switches located on the door control panel of the driver’s door. X Deactivating: Press override switch 1

again. The rear door windows can again be operated using the respective switch located in the rear doors.

For more information on power windows, see the “Controls in detail” section (Y page 109).

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Panic alarm

Panic alarm

1 Â button

i USA only:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful

2.

interference, and this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

1 Override switch 2 Indicator lamp

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Driving safety systems i Canada only:

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference,

and this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

2.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

X Activating: Press and hold button 1 for at

least 1 second. An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate briefly.

X Deactivating: Press button 1 again. or X Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. or X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be inside the vehicle.

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prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle. They cannot increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with the driving safety systems described in this section must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others. Always adjust your driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions and keep a safe distance to other road users and objects on the street. If a driving system malfunctions, other driving safety systems may also switch off. Observe indicator and warning lamps that may come on as well as messages in the multifunction display that may appear.

Driving safety systems Introduction This section contains information about the following driving safety systems: RABS (Antilock Brake System) RAdaptive Brake RBAS (Brake Assist System) REBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) RESP® (Electronic Stability Program) i In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of most of the driving systems described in this section is only achieved with winter tires, or snow chains as required.

Safety notes G Warning! The following factors increase the risk of accidents: RExcessive speed, especially in turns RWet and slippery road surfaces RFollowing another vehicle too closely The driving safety systems described in this section cannot reduce these risks or

ABS G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. G Warning! Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. This allows you to maintain the ability to steer your vehicle. The ABS is functional above a speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent of road surface conditions. On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even to light brake pressure. The - indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition. It goes out when the engine is running.

Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the

brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. X Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake

pedal while you feel the pulsation.

Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by the ABS, namely braking power and the ability to steer the vehicle. The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving.

Emergency brake maneuver X Keep continuous full pressure on the brake

pedal. G Warning! If the ABS malfunctions, other driving safety systems such as the BAS or the ESP® are also switched off. Observe indicator and warning lamps that may come on as well as messages in the multifunction display that may appear. If the ABS malfunctions, the wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability and extending the braking distance.

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For more information, see “What to do if …?” (Y page 337).

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BAS G Observe Safety notes, see The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance. X Apply continuous full braking pressure until

the emergency braking situation is over. The ABS will prevent the wheels from locking.

When you release the brake pedal, the brakes function again as normal. The BAS is then deactivated. G Warning! If the BAS malfunctions, the brake system still functions, but without the additional brake boost available that the BAS would normally provide in an emergency braking maneuver. Therefore, the braking distance may increase.

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Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Adaptive Brake provides a high level of braking safety as well as increased braking comfort. It is coupled with the ABS, the ESP® and the BAS. Adaptive Brake takes driver and vehicle characteristics into consideration, thus achieving an optimal braking effect. For more information on the brake system, see (Y page 286).

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EBP G Observe Safety notes, see The Electronic Brake Proportioning (EBP) enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort in straight line braking without a loss of vehicle stability. G Warning! If the EBP malfunctions, the brake system will still function with full brake boost. However, the rear wheels could lock up during emergency braking situations, for example. You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident.

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Adapt your driving style to the changed driving characteristics.

ESP® G Observe Safety notes, see

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The Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) is operational as soon as the engine is running and monitors the vehicle’s traction (force of adhesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling. The ESP® recognizes when a wheel is spinning or if the vehicle starts to skid. By applying brakes to individual wheels and by limiting the engine output, the ESP® works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESP® is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slippery road surfaces. The ESP® also stabilizes the vehicle during braking and steering maneuvers. The ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition. It goes out when the engine is running. The ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes when the ESP® is engaged.

G Warning! Never switch off the ESP® when you see the ESP® warning lamp v flashing in the instrument cluster. In this case proceed as follows: RWhen driving off, apply as little throttle

as possible.

RWhile driving, ease up on the accelerator

pedal.

RAdapt your speed and driving style to the

prevailing road conditions.

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid. The ESP® cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed.

! Vehicles with 4MATIC:

Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two-axle dynamometer. If such tests are necessary, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

! Vehicles with 4MATIC:

Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer. Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

! Vehicles without 4MATIC:

Because the ESP® operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer or the vehicle is being towed with the front axle raised. Active braking action through the ESP® may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

! The ESP® will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size as specified in the “Technical data” section of this Operator’s Manual.

i The cruise control switches off

automatically when the ESP® engages.

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Electronic Traction System (ETS/4-ETS) G Observe Safety notes, see The ETS (Electronic Traction System) and 4-ETS (four-wheel Electronic Traction System, vehicles with 4MATIC only) are components of the ESP®. The ETS/4-ETS improves the vehicle’s ability to utilize available traction, especially under slippery road conditions by applying the brakes to a spinning wheel. Vehicles with 4MATIC also transfer more power to the wheel(s) with traction. When you switch off the ESP®, the ETS/4-ETS is still enabled.

Switching the ESP® off or on (except C 63 AMG) G Warning! The ESP® should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below. Disabling

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the system will reduce vehicle stability in driving maneuvers. Do not switch off the ESP® when a spare wheel is mounted. To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch off the ESP® in driving situations in which it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as: Rwhen driving with snow chains Rin deep snow Rin sand or gravel G Warning! Switch on the ESP® immediately if the aforementioned circumstances do not apply anymore. Otherwise the ESP® will not stabilize the vehicle when it is starting to skid or a wheel is spinning. When you switch off the ESP®, Rthe ESP® will not stabilize the vehicle Rthe engine output is not limited, which

allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip

Rthe ETS will still apply the brakes to a

spinning wheel

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Driving safety systems Rthe ESP® continues to operate when you

are braking

Ryou cannot activate the cruise control Rthe cruise control switches off if activated i When the ESP® is switched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes. However, the ESP® will then not stabilize the vehicle.

1 ESP® switch X Switching off: With the engine running,

press ESP® switch 1 until the ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on. The ESP® is switched off.

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G Warning! When the ESP® warning lamp v is illuminated continuously, the ESP® is switched off or is not operational due to a malfunction. Vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers is reduced. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non- operating status of the ESP®.

! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP® switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

X Switching on: Press ESP® switch 1 until

the ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster goes out. You are now again in normal driving mode with the ESP® switched on.

C 63 AMG Switching ESP® SPORT on or off G Warning! ESP® SPORT should not be switched on during normal driving. Switching ESP® SPORT on will result in the following: Rno restriction to engine torque Rsystem supported traction control is

limited

ESP® SPORT is designed for driving on closed tracks when the vehicle’s natural oversteer and understeer characteristics are desired and requires a highly skilled and experienced driver able to handle these critical driving situations. You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. Please be aware of these limits when you switch on ESP® SPORT. Do not switch on ESP® SPORT when a spare wheel is mounted.

To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch on ESP® SPORT in driving situations in which it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as: Rwhen driving with snow chains Rin deep snow Rin sand or gravel G Warning! Switch off ESP® SPORT and switch on the ESP® immediately if the aforementioned circumstances do not apply anymore. Otherwise ESP® SPORT will only stabilize the vehicle to a limited extent when it is starting to skid or a wheel is spinning. When you switch on ESP® SPORT Rthe ESP® stabilizes the vehicle only to a

limited extent

Rthe engine output is limited, but only to the extent that allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip

Rthe ETS will still apply the brakes to a

spinning wheel

Rthe ESP® continues to operate when you

are braking hard

Ryou cannot activate the cruise control Rthe cruise control switches off if activated i When ESP® SPORT is switched on and

one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster flashes. However, the ESP® will then stabilize the vehicle only to a limited extent.

1 ESP® SPORT switch X Switching on: With the engine running,

press ESP® SPORT switch 1 briefly. The ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster comes on. The message

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ESP SPORT appears in the multifunction display.

X Switching off: With the engine running,

press ESP® SPORT switch 1 briefly. The ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster goes out. The message ESP On appears in the multifunction display.

ESP® SPORT switches off automatically when you turn off the engine. When starting the engine, the ESP® is activated automatically. Switching the ESP® off or on G Warning! The ESP® should not be switched off during normal driving. Disabling of the system will result in the following: Rno restriction to engine torque Rloss of system supported traction control “ESP® OFF” is designed for driving on closed tracks when the vehicle’s natural oversteer and understeer characteristics are desired and requires a highly skilled and experienced driver able to handle these critical driving situations.

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Driving safety systems You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. Please be aware of these limits when you switch off the ESP®. Do not switch off the ESP® when a spare wheel is mounted. To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch off the ESP® in driving situations in which it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as: Rwhen driving with snow chains Rin deep snow Rin sand or gravel G Warning! Switch on the ESP® immediately if the aforementioned circumstances do not apply anymore. Otherwise the ESP® will not stabilize the vehicle when it is starting to skid or a wheel is spinning. When you switch off the ESP®, Rthe ESP® will not stabilize the vehicle Rthe engine output is not limited, which

allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip

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Rthe ETS will still apply the brakes to a

spinning wheel

Rthe ESP® continues to operate when you

are braking hard

Ryou cannot activate the cruise control Rthe cruise control switches off if activated i When the ESP® is switched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning, the ESP® warning lamp v in the instrument cluster does not flash. The ESP® will then not stabilize the vehicle.

1 ESP® SPORT switch X Switching off: With the engine running,

press ESP® SPORT switch 1 until the ESP® warning lamp v and the ESP OFF

warning lamp ¯ in the instrument cluster come on. The message ESP Off appears in the multifunction display. G Warning! When the ESP® warning lamp v and the ESP OFF warning lamp ¯ are illuminated continuously, the ESP® is switched off. Vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers is reduced. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non- operating status of the ESP®.

! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP® switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

X Switching on: With the engine running,

press ESP® SPORT switch 1 briefly. The ESP® warning lamp v and the ESP OFF warning lamp ¯ in the instrument cluster go out. The message ESP On appears in the multifunction display.

Anti-theft systems Immobilizer The immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The engine can be started by anyone with a valid SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle.

Activating X With SmartKey: Remove the SmartKey

from the starter switch.

X With KEYLESS-GO: Turn off the engine and

open the driver’s door.

Deactivating X Switch on the ignition. i Starting the engine will also deactivate

the immobilizer. In the event that the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

Anti-theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someone opens Ra door Rthe trunk Rthe hood The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a door, for example) is immediately closed. The alarm system will also be triggered when Rthe vehicle is opened with the mechanical

key

Ra door is opened from the inside Rthe trunk is opened with the emergency

release button

To cancel the alarm after it has been triggered, see “Canceling the alarm” (Y page 74). i If the alarm stays on for more than

30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system provided that you have subscribed to the Tele Aid service and that it has been activated properly, and that the necessary

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mobile phone, power supply and GPS coverage are available.

1 Indicator lamp X Arming: Lock the vehicle with the

SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. The turn signal lamps flash three times and an acoustic warning sounds three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. Indicator lamp 1 flashes to indicate that the alarm system is armed.

i If the turn signal lamps do not flash three

times and the acoustic warning does not sound three times, a door or the trunk may not be properly closed.

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Close the respective element.

X Disarming: Unlock the vehicle with the

SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. The turn signal lamps flash once and an acoustic warning sounds once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed.

i The vehicle will lock and the alarm system

will rearm automatically again after approximately 40 seconds unless you open a door or the trunk.

Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: X Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. X Press button k or j on the

SmartKey.

In vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: X Grasp an outside door handle.

The SmartKey must be within 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle.

X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle.

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Vehicle equipment .............................. 76
Locking and unlocking ....................... 76
Starter switch positions ..................... 84
Seats .................................................... 86
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 92
Mirrors ................................................. 94
Memory function ................................. 98
Lighting ................................................ 99
Wipers ................................................ 106
Power windows ................................. 109
Driving and parking .......................... 113
Manual transmission ........................ 119

Automatic transmission ................... 121
Instrument cluster ............................ 129
Control system .................................. 131
Audio system .................................... 152
Driving systems ................................ 204
Climate control system .................... 210
Rear window defroster ..................... 222
Power tilt/sliding sunroof ............... 223
Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel ...................................... 226
Loading and storing .......................... 229
Useful features ................................. 235

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Locking and unlocking Vehicle equipment

i This Operator’s Manual describes all

features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual.

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Locking and unlocking Notes G Observe Safety notes, see When unlocking or locking the vehicle with the SmartKey an acoustic signal sounds. The acoustic signal is activated at the factory. If you wish to deactivate the feature, or adjust its signal volume, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. When unlocking the vehicle, all turn signal lamps flash once, an acoustic signal sounds once, the locking knobs in the doors move up, and the anti-theft alarm system is disarmed. When locking the vehicle, all turn signal lamps flash three times, an acoustic signal sounds three times, the locking knobs in the doors move down, and the anti-theft alarm system is armed. All doors and the trunk must be closed. ! If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle

with the SmartKey, the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged, the SmartKey is malfunctioning, or the vehicle battery is drained.

RCheck the batteries in the SmartKey and

replace them if necessary.

RUse the mechanical key to unlock the

driver’s door and the trunk.

RUse the mechanical key to lock the

vehicle.

RHave the vehicle battery and the vehicle

battery connections checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks: Rthe doors Rthe trunk lid Rthe fuel filler flap

i Canada only:

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference,

and this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

2.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Factory setting X Global unlocking: Press button k. The vehicle will lock again automatically and rearm the anti-theft alarm system within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking if neither door nor trunk is opened.

X Global locking: Press button j.

Selective setting If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogramm the SmartKey so that pressing

1 j Lock button 2 i Unlock button for trunk lid 3 k Unlock button

Battery check lamp

i USA only:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful

2.

interference, and this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Locking and unlocking button k only unlocks the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap. X Switching on/off: Press and hold buttons

k and j simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds until battery check lamp 4 (Y page 77) flashes twice. The SmartKey will then function as follows: X Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler

flap: Press button k once.

X Global unlocking: Press button k

twice.

X Global locking: Press button j.

KEYLESS-GO The KEYLESS-GO feature is available on Canada vehicles only. Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The KEYLESS-GO function is integrated into the SmartKey. The validity of the SmartKey is checked every time you grasp an outside door handle.

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Locking and unlocking When the SmartKey is valid, your vehicle unlocks Rthe doors Rthe fuel filler flap Rthe trunk lid i This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference,

2.

and this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO RYou can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (Y page 76).

RYou can combine KEYLESS-GO functions

with normal SmartKey functions (e.g. unlocking with KEYLESS-GO and locking with button j).

RAlways carry the SmartKey with you. RNever store the SmartKey together with:

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- Electronic items such as a mobile phone

or another SmartKey

- Metallic objects such as coins or metal

foil

Doing so could impair the function of the KEYLESS-GO system.

RTo lock or unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey must be located outside the vehicle within approximately 3 ft (1 m) of a door or the trunk.

RIf the SmartKey is positioned farther away from the vehicle, the system may no longer recognize the SmartKey. The vehicle cannot be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS-GO system.

RIf the SmartKey is removed from the vehicle

(e.g. if a passenger exits the vehicle with the SmartKey) - when pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button or trying to lock the vehicle with the outside door handle the message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display

- with the engine running, the message

Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display while driving off

Find the SmartKey or change its present location immediately (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket).

RIf you have started the engine with the

KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, you can turn it off again by - pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop

button inserting the SmartKey into the starter switch when the vehicle is at a standstill and the automatic transmission is in park position P

RThe vehicle could be inadvertently

unlocked if the SmartKey is within 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle and - an outside door handle is splashed with

water or

- you attempt to clean an outside door

handle

RRemember that the engine can be started

by anyone with a SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle. Possibility 1 (One SmartKey in the vehicle, one SmartKey outside the vehicle):

If you leave the SmartKey behind when exiting and locking the vehicle, no message appears in the multifunction display. Possibility 2 (One SmartKey in the vehicle, no SmartKey outside the vehicle): When exiting and trying to lock the vehicle, the message Key Detected In Vehicle appears in the multifunction display. The vehicle will not be locked.

Factory setting X Global unlocking: Pull an outside door

handle. The vehicle will lock again automatically and rearm the anti-theft alarm system within approximately 40 seconds if neither door nor trunk is opened.

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Locking and unlocking

X Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap: Pull the driver’s outside door handle. X Global unlocking: Pull any outside door

handle other than the driver’s outside door handle.

X Global locking: Touch outside of door

handle 1.

1 Outside door handle X Global locking: Touch outside of door

handle 1.

Selective setting If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so when you pull the driver’s outside door handle, only the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap unlock. X Switching on/off: Press and hold buttons

k and j simultaneously for approximately 6 seconds until battery check lamp 4 (Y page 77) flashes twice. The SmartKey will then function as follows:

Checking SmartKey batteries X Press button j or k on the

SmartKey. Battery check lamp 4 (Y page 77) comes on briefly to indicate that the SmartKey batteries are in order.

If the battery check lamp does not come on briefly during check, the SmartKey batteries are discharged. X Replace the batteries (Y page 353). i You can obtain the required batteries at

any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

i If the batteries are checked within signal

range of the vehicle, pressing button j or k will lock or unlock the vehicle accordingly.

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Locking and unlocking Loss of the SmartKey If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following: X Have the SmartKey deactivated by an

authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

X Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately.

X Have the mechanical lock replaced if

necessary.

Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement.

Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so.

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X Front doors: Pull on inside door handle 2 on the respective front door to open door. If the door was locked, locking knob 1 will move up.

X Rear doors: Pull up locking knob on the

respective rear door to unlock door.

Example illustration driver’s door 1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle If the vehicle has previously been locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti- theft alarm system. To cancel the alarm, see (Y page 74).

X Pull on inside door handle on the respective

rear door to open door.

Automatic central locking The doors and the trunk lock automatically when the vehicle is set into motion. You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. The doors are designed to unlock automatically after an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a preset threshold. The vehicle locks automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. You could therefore lock yourself out when the vehicle is pushed or towed or is on a test stand.

You can deactivate the automatic central locking using the control system (Y page 150).

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Locking and unlocking from the inside G Observe Safety notes, see You can lock or unlock the vehicle from inside using the central locking switches. This can be useful, for example, if you want to lock the vehicle before starting to drive. The central locking switches do not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap.

1 Central unlocking switch 2 Central locking switch X Activating: Press and hold central locking switch 2 until an acoustic signal sounds.

X Deactivating: Press and hold central

unlocking switch 1 until an acoustic signal sounds.

i If you press and hold either switch and no

acoustic signal sounds, the respective setting has already been selected.

1 Central unlocking switch 2 Central locking switch X Locking: Press central locking switch 2. If the front passenger door is closed, the vehicle locks.

X Unlocking: Press central unlocking switch

1.

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Locking and unlocking You can open a locked door from inside at any time. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch: Rand the SmartKey is set to factory settings,

the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside

Rand the SmartKey is set to selective

settings, only the door opened from inside is unlocked

Opening the trunk G Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. You can open the trunk when the vehicle is stationary. A minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

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Locking and unlocking ! The trunk lid swings open upwards

automatically. Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance.

Opening the trunk from the outside

Opening the trunk from the inside

1 Remote trunk opening switch X Press switch 1 until the trunk begins to

open.

Closing the trunk G Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. G Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk

1 Handle X Press and hold button i on the

SmartKey until the trunk unlocks and begins to open.

or X Pull on handle 1.

In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: The vehicle must be unlocked.

If the trunk does not open, it is still locked separately (Y page 83).

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opening when closing the trunk lid. Be especially careful when small children are around. G Observe Safety notes, see Do not leave the SmartKey in the open trunk. You may lock yourself out. If the vehicle was previously centrally locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, the trunk lid will lock automatically when closed. All turn signal lamps flash three times and an acoustic signal sounds three times to confirm locking. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, the trunk lid will open automatically if a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is recognized inside the vehicle or in the trunk. The vehicle is only locked when the turn signal lamps flash three times and an acoustic signal sounds three times. If you are carrying a second SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you, you can still lock the vehicle.

1 Handle 2 Handle X Lower the trunk lid using handle 1 or 2. X Close trunk lid with hands placed flat on

trunk lid.

Trunk lid emergency release With the emergency release button, the trunk lid can be opened from inside the trunk.

1 Emergency release button X Briefly press emergency release button

1. The trunk lid unlocks and opens.

The emergency release button unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing still or in motion. Illumination of the emergency release button: RThe button flashes for 30 minutes after

opening the trunk.

RThe button flashes for 60 minutes after

closing the trunk.

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Locking and unlocking The emergency release button does not open the trunk, if the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected.

Valet locking To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, e.g. when you valet park the vehicle, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the SmartKey less its mechanical key with the vehicle.

$ Neutral position % Locked X Valet locking: Close the trunk. X Remove the mechanical key from the

SmartKey (Y page 350).

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Starter switch positions X Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid

lock.

X Turn the mechanical key clockwise to

position % and remove the mechanical key in that position to lock the trunk. The trunk remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally unlocked. You can only cancel the separate trunk locking mode by means of the mechanical key. X Canceling: Insert the mechanical key in

the trunk lid lock.

Starter switch positions SmartKey G Observe Safety notes, see

page 59.

X Turn the mechanical key counterclockwise

to neutral position $ and remove the mechanical key in that position to unlock the trunk. You can now open the trunk.

Starter switch } For removing SmartKey

Vehicles with automatic transmission: Gear selector lever must be in park position P.

$ Power supply for some electrical

consumers, e.g. radio

% Ignition (power supply for all electrical

consumers) and driving position

& Starting position When you switch on the ignition, all lamps (except high-beam headlamp indicator lamp,

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and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster” (Y page 336). If the SmartKey is left in starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the starter switch. In this case, the steering is locked. To unlock, remove SmartKey from the starter switch and reinsert. The steering is locked when the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch. ! If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the starter switch, the vehicle battery may not be sufficiently charged. RCheck the vehicle battery and charge it

if necessary.

RGet a jump start. To prevent accelerated vehicle battery discharge or a completely discharged vehicle battery, always remove the

i The KEYLESS-GO start/stop button does

not need to be removed from the starter switch when you leave the vehicle. However, always take the SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. As long as the SmartKey is in the vehicle, the vehicle’s electrical systems can be switched on or the engine can be started using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button.

The function of the SmartKey overrules the KEYLESS-GO function. The SmartKey must be located in the vehicle.

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Starter switch positions X Insert KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1

into starter switch 2 (if not inserted already).

i When you switch from SmartKey mode back to KEYLESS-GO mode, the system requires 2 seconds of detection time before you can use the KEYLESS-GO button as usual.

X Make sure the automatic transmission is in

park position P.

X Do not depress the brake pedal.

SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation.

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KEYLESS-GO G Observe Safety notes, see The KEYLESS-GO feature is available on Canada vehicles only. Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-GO function and a removable KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. With the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button inserted in the starter switch and the SmartKey present in the vehicle, pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button Rwithout the brake pedal depressed

corresponds to the various starter switch positions (Y page 84)

Rwith the brake pedal firmly depressed will

start the engine (Y page 113)

If you wish or should there be the need to insert the SmartKey in the starter switch, the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button can be easily removed by pulling it out of the starter switch.

1 KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 2 Starter switch

KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

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Seats Position 0
Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with SmartKey removed).

Position 1
X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

once. This supplies power for some electrical consumers, such as radio functions.

is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster” (Y page 336).

i If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button once, the power supply is again switched off.

i If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/

stop button Ronce more, the ignition (position 2) is

switched on

Rtwice more the power supply is again

switched off

Ignition (or position 2) X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

twice. This supplies power for all electrical consumers. All lamps (except high-beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition

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Seats Safety notes G Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control, all seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion. G Warning! 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 backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the seat belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright as possible and seat belts are properly positioned on the body.

G Warning! Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten your seat belt. Observe the following points: RAdjust the seat backrest until your arms

are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.

RAdjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far back as possible with the driver still able to operate the controls properly.

RAdjust the head restraint so that it is as

close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level.

RNever place hands under the seat or near

any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted.

Failure to do so could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. G Warning! The power seats can be operated at any time. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to

an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. G Warning! According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. For additional information, see “Children in the vehicle”. A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. G Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center

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Seats of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation. Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

Seat adjustment ! When moving the seats, make sure there are no items in the footwell or behind the seats. Otherwise, you could damage the seats.

Semi-electrical seat adjustment This seat adjustment is only available on C 63 AMG.

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Seats

1 Seat backrest tilt 2 Seat hight 3 Handwheel for seat cushion tilt 4 Handle for seat fore and aft adjustment

i AMG vehicles are equipped with a seat

with an integrated head restraint. It is therefore not possible to set the height and angle of the head restraint.

X Seat backrest tilt: Press the switch

forward or backward in direction of arrow 1.

X Seat height: Press the switch up or down

in direction of arrow 2.

X Seat cushion tilt: Turn handwheel 3

forward or backward until your upper legs are lightly supported.

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3 Seat fore and aft adjustment 4 Seat backrest tilt

i AMG vehicles are equipped with a seat

with an integrated head restraint. It is therefore not possible to set the height and angle of the head restraint.

X Seat fore and aft adjustment: Lift handle

4.

X Slide the seat to the desired position. X Allow handle 4 to reengage with an

audible click.

X Check for proper engagement before

driving.

Power seats The seat adjustment switch is located on the entry side of each front seat base. The seat adjustment switch for vehicles with memory function are located on the front doors.

Vehicles with memory function 1 Seat cushion tilt 2 Seat height 3 Seat fore and aft adjustment 4 Seat backrest tilt 5 Head restraint height

i Vehicles without memory function:

Vehicles without memory function 1 Seat cushion tilt 2 Seat height

The seats can be adjusted within 5 minutes after either front door has been opened. The counter resets each time Ryou open or close a front door Ryou insert the SmartKey into the starter

switch

Ryou remove the SmartKey from the

starter switch

Ryou switch the ignition on or off Just like in vehicles with memory function, the power seats can be operated at any time when the ignition is switched on.

i Vehicles with memory function:

The memory function (Y page 98) lets you store the settings for the seat position together with the settings for the steering wheel and the exterior rear view mirrors. X Seat fore and aft adjustment: Press the switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 3.

X Seat backrest tilt: Press the switch

forward or backward in direction of arrow 4.

X Seat height: Press the switch up or down

in direction of arrow 2.

X Seat cushion tilt: Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 1 until your upper legs are lightly supported.

X Head restraint height: Press the switch

up or down in direction of arrow 5.

Head restraint height adjustment, manual This feature is only available in vehicles without memory function.

1 Release button X Raising: Adjust the height of the head restraint manually by pulling it upward. X Lowering: Push release button 1 and

push down on the head restraint.

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Seats

Head restraint fore and aft adjustment

X Adjust the head restraint to the desired

position by pushing or pulling on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion.

Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the front seat’s lumbar support to help enhance support to your spine.

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Seats

1 Adjustment lever X Move adjustment lever 1 in direction of

the arrows until you have reached a comfortable seating position.

Seat with adaptive backrest This feature is only available on C 63 AMG. The contour of the front seat backrests can be individually adjusted to provide optimum support for your back.

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Rear seat head restraints G Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation. With a rear seat occupied, make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non-use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint properly. Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

1 Upper back support 2 Lumbar region support 3 Seat backrest side cushions X Switch on the ignition. X Upper back support: Use button 1 to

adjust the upper back support to the desired position.

X Lumbar region support: Use button 2 to

adjust the lumbar region support to the desired position.

X Lateral support: Use button 3 to adjust the lateral support to the desired position. i If, after a period of time, the seat no longer provides the desired contour, then repeat the adjustment procedure.

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Rear seat head restraint fore and aft adjustment

1 Release button X Raising: Pull head restraint upward to the

desired position.

X Lowering: Press release button 1 and

push down on head restraint.

X Adjust the head restraint to the desired

position by pushing or pulling on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion.

Rear seat head restraints, removing and installing (vehicles with split foldable rear seat) i The rear head restraints cannot be

removed on vehicles which do not have the split foldable rear seat.

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Seats

1 Release button X Removing: Unlock the rear seat backrest

and fold it slightly forward.

X Pull head restraint to its highest position. X Push release button 1 and pull out head

restraint.

X Installing: Position the head restraints so that the notches on the rod are on the left when looking in the direction of travel.

X Insert head restraint and push it down until

it engages.

X Fold the rear seat backrest back until it

engages.

X Push release button 1 and adjust head

restraint to desired position.

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Multifunction steering wheel Seat heating

1 Seat heating switch The red indicator lamps in switch 1 come on to show which heating level you have selected. The seat heating switches from level 3 (high) to level 2 after approximately 5 minutes. The seat heating switches from level 2 to level 1 (low) after approximately 10 minutes. The seat heating automatically switches off from level 1 after approximately 20 minutes. X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Press switch 1.

Three red indicator lamps in switch 1
come on.

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X Continue pressing switch 1 until desired

seat heating level is reached.

X Switching off: Press switch 1 repeatedly

until all indicator lamps go out.

If one or more of the indicator lamps in seat heating switch 1 are flashing, there is insufficient voltage available since too many electrical consumers are turned on. The seat heating switches off automatically. The seat heating will switch back on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available.

Multifunction steering wheel Safety notes G Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, or driving without the steering wheel adjustment feature locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The electrical steering wheel adjustment feature can be operated at any time. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Make sure Ryou can reach the steering wheel with your

arms slightly bent at the elbows

Ryou can move your legs freely Rall displays (including malfunction and

indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible

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Steering wheel adjustment, electrical

1 Release handle 2 Adjusting steering wheel, up or down 3 Adjusting steering wheel, in or out X Unlocking: Pull release handle 1 out to

its stop limit.

X Move steering wheel to the desired

position.

X Locking: Push release handle 1 all the

way up until it engages.

X Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it up and down as well as in and out before driving off.

1 Adjusting steering wheel, up or down 2 Adjusting steering wheel, in or out X Adjusting steering wheel up or down:

Move stalk in direction of arrows 1.

X Adjusting steering wheel in or out: Move

stalk in direction of arrows 2.

i The memory function (Y page 98) lets you store the settings for the steering wheel together with the settings for the seat position and the exterior rear view mirrors.

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Multifunction steering wheel

Easy-entry/exit feature This feature allows the driver an easier entry into and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering wheel is in its uppermost position. The easy-entry/exit feature can be activated or deactivated in the Convenience submenu of the control system (Y page 150). G Warning! You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated. To stop steering wheel movement do one of the following: RMove steering wheel adjustment stalk. RPress one of the memory position

buttons.

RPress memory button M. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could open the driver’s door and unintentionally activate the easy- entry/exit feature, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

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Mirrors With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you close the driver’s door with the ignition switched on. The steering wheel will also return to its last set position when you insert the SmartKey into the starter switch or press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once with the driver’s door closed. i The last set steering wheel position is

stored when the ignition is switched off or the position is stored in memory (Y page 98).

With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel tilts upwards when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The steering wheel also tilts upwards when you open the driver’s door with the SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button in position 1. i When the current position for the steering wheel is in the uppermost tilt position, the steering wheel will no longer be able to move upward when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated. The adjustment procedure is briefly interrupted when the engine is started.

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G Warning! Let the system complete the adjustment procedure before setting the vehicle in motion. All steering wheel adjustment must be completed before setting the vehicle in motion. Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Mirrors Notes Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions.

Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirror

manually.

Interior rear view mirror, antiglare position

1 Lever

X Tilt the mirror to the antiglare position by moving lever 1 towards the windshield. The interior rear view mirror is dimmed. For more information, see “Auto-dimming rear view mirrors” (Y page 95).

Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning! Exercise care when using the passenger- side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. Check your interior rear view mirror and glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

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Mirrors can only be made with the indicator lamp for the respective exterior rear view mirror button illuminated.

X Press adjustment button 3 up, down, left

or right according to the desired setting.

! If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly

hit from the front, manually snap it back into place.

i At low ambient temperatures, the exterior

rear view mirrors will be heated automatically.

Auto-dimming rear view mirrors The exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on and incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in the interior rear view mirror. The rear view mirrors will not react if the automatic transmission is set to reverse gear R or the interior lighting is switched on. G Warning! The auto dimming function does not react if incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the interior rear view mirror.

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1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror

button

2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror

button

3 Adjustment button X Switch on the ignition. X Press button 1 for the driver’s side

exterior rear view mirror or button 2 for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. The indicator lamp in the respective button comes on. If you do not make adjustments to the selected exterior rear view mirror within 15 seconds, the indicator lamp goes out. You will then have to select the desired exterior rear view mirror again before adjustments can be made. Adjustments

unlocked and the driver’s or front passenger door are subsequently opened.

Resetting the automatic exterior rear view mirror fold in function You need to reset the automatic exterior rear view mirror fold in function whenever the battery was disconnected or discharged. X Switch on the ignition. X Briefly press button 1. i You need to manually fold in the mirrors once, so that the automatic fold in function will work, see “Setting fold-in function for exterior rear view mirrors” (Y page 151).

Folding in and out manually The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate if they are not folded out completely.

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Mirrors The interior rear view mirror and the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side do not react, for example, if the rear window sunshade is in raised position. Light hitting the mirror(s) at certain angles (incident light) could blind you. As a result, you may not be able to observe traffic conditions and could cause an accident.

Power folding exterior rear view mirrors This feature is only available in Canada vehicles. ! Before you drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold in the exterior rear view mirrors. Otherwise they may get damaged.

Folding in and out automatically When the corresponding function in the control system is activated (Y page 151): RThe exterior rear view mirrors fold in

automatically as soon as the vehicle is locked from the outside.

RThe exterior rear view mirrors fold out automatically as soon as the vehicle is

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1 Button for folding exterior rear view

mirrors in and out

X Switch on the ignition. X Folding in: Briefly press button 1.

Both exterior rear view mirrors fold in.

i If you are driving at more than

approximately 9 mph (15 km/h), you will not be able to fold the exterior mirrors in.

X Folding out: Briefly press button 1.

Both exterior rear view mirrors fold out.

! If an exterior rear view mirror housing is