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Scanning

Dolby NR1 (noise reduction system)

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button. “SEEK

Press the FWD” will appear on the display. Each track will be played for 8 seconds in ascending order. The search

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will stop if any of the buttons are pressed.

Skipping of blank sections (Skip-Blank)

Press the “SB” key. The Skip- Blank function is switched on or off. When switched on, the “SB” on the display is highlighted.

With the “SB” function activated and no sound signal received for approximately 10 to 15 seconds, the tape will fast forward to the next sound signal.

To enable optimum sound reproduction of cassettes recorded using the Dolby B system, press the “NR” key so the “NR” on the display is

highlighted. To turn off Dolby B noise reduction, press the “NR” key so the “NR” on the display is not highlighted.

1 Dolby and the double-D symbol Ù are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Replace the CD in its container after use. Protect CDs from heat and direct sunlight.

Warning! The CD changer1 is a Class1 laser product. There is a danger of invisible laser radiation if the cover is opened or damaged. Do not remove the cover. The CD changer1 does not contain any parts which can be serviced by the user. For safety reasons, have any service work which may be necessary performed only by qualified personnel.

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CD mode

General notes on CD mode Should excessive temperatures occur while in CD mode, “CD TEMP HIGH” will appear on the display and muting will take place. The unit will then switch back to radio mode until the temperature has decreased to a safe operating level. Should temperatures occur while in CD mode which are too low, “CD TEMP LOW” will be displayed, but the CD will play. It will be sensitive to skipping if you are driving over rough roads. Handle CDs carefully to prevent interference during playback. Avoid fingerprints and dust on CDs. Do not write on the CDs or apply any label or other material or devices to the CDs. Clean CDs from time to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth. No solvents, anti-static sprays, etc. should be used.

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Loading/emptying the CD magazine Slide the changer door to the right until it latches open and press the eject button . The magazine will be ejected. Remove the magazine. Pull out the CD tray to its stop and place the CDs in the recess of the tray, label side up. Push the tray into the magazine in the direction shown by the arrow. Insert the loaded magazine into the changer.

Important! Close the door after the magazine has been inserted.

1 CD changer 2 CD magazine 3 CD tray 4 CD If a CD changer1 is installed, it can be operated from the front control panel of the radio. A loaded magazine must be installed for CD playing.

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 button. If the track has been playing for

button. The next track on the CD will be

Skipping tracks forward/backward Press the played. Press the more than10 seconds, it will revert to the start of that track. If it has been playing for less than ten seconds it will revert to the preceding track. To skip several tracks, the respective button must be pressed until the desired track is reached. If the beginning or end of the CD is reached during the search, the first or last track will be played.

button. When the changer is used for the

Playing CDs Press the first time after removing/inserting a magazine, play begins at CD 1 track 1. After that, the CD most recently played will start at the point where it was last switched off. CDs stored in the magazine can be selected by using the station preset buttons 1-6.

The magazine slot number of the selected CD will be displayed after “CD”. The number of the track being played will be displayed after “TRACK”. If there is no CD in the selected magazine slot, “NO CD” and the corresponding slot number will be displayed

(e.g.“NO CD3”). After the last track on a CD has been played, the next CD will automatically be selected and played.

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Fast forward/reverse Press and hold the Press and hold the

button for audible fast forward. button for audible reverse.

The search will stop when the button is released. The played time of the track will be displayed during the search. The search mode will cancel if

the beginning or end of the CD is reached.

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Scanning Press the 8 seconds in ascending order. The search will stop at the current track if any of the

SC # buttons are pressed.

button. Each track will be played for

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Random play/repeat function The tracks of the current CD are played in random order when the random feature (RDM) is selected. Press the “RDM” key to switch on. “RDM” will be highlighted. Press “RDM” again to switch off.

When the repeat function (RPT) has been selected, a particular track can be played for as many times as desired. Press the “RPT” key to switch

on. “RPT” will be highlighted. Press “RPT” again to switch off.

Note: Both functions cannot be used simultaneously.

Direct track selection Tracks can be selected directly using the buttons on the alpha-numeric keypad. Press the “ function button, followed by the track number.

Track and time display

Telephone operation Various functions of the Mercedes-Benz integrated portable cellular telephone1 can be performed and displayed via the system. Further instructions for operating the integrated telephone can be found in the operation guide for the telephone1.

Pressing the function button “T” displays the track number and elapsed playing time of the track being played.

Pressing the function button “T” again displays the total number of tracks and the total playing time of the CD being played. After 8 seconds the display switches back to the main display.

Switching the telephone on and off Switching on: Press the Switching off: Press and hold the appears on the display.

button.

button until “PHONE OFF”

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Calling up the telephone book The numbers stored in the telephone number memory can be called up via either name or number entries. The memory contents from the portable telephone must contain numbers and names in at least one memory location and the portable telephone must be connected to the vehicle coil cord in order to call up the telephone book. Refer to the “Memory download” section of the cellular telephone operation guide for more information.

Switching between name search and number search Press “ABC” key - Name search Press “NUM” key - Number search

Adjusting the volume Turning the control knob clockwise will increase the volume, counterclockwise will decrease the volume.

Note: The volume setting can be selected separately for the telephone, audio system and voice recognition system.

Entering telephone number and starting dialing process

Enter the desired telephone number using the alpha- numeric keypad. The number can have up to 32 digits, but only 13 of these can be

displayed. The dialing process is started by pressing the “SND” key. The entered number can be corrected using the “CLR” key. Press the “CLR” key briefly, and the last digit will be deleted. Press and hold the “CLR” key, and the complete number will be deleted.

Searching and selecting telephone book entries by name

Searching and selecting telephone book entries by number

Press the “ABC” key. The current name is shown on the display. The stored entries in alphabetical order can be selected using the or

or

button. By pressing the

button, the stored entries can be selected according to alphabetical initial letters (e.g. A-Adam, B-Brown, M-Miller). Using the buttons on the alpha-numeric keypad the stored entries can be selected according initial letters (e.g. B-Brown, press button twice).

OPR

Note: Some signs and symbols cannot be displayed.

Press the “NUM” key. The current number is shown on the display. The stored entries can be selected in numerical order using the

button, the stored

or

or

button. By pressing the entries can be selected in increments of 5 (e.g. Entry no. 2, Entry no. 7, etc.).

Placing a call

When a number or a name has been selected using the method described above, press the “SND” key.

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Manual repeat dialing (redial) The last number entered can be re-selected by pressing the “SND” key once, and the call can be placed by pressing the “SND” key a second time. The last dialed telephone number is shown on the display. Using the

or

button, the numbers stored in

the re-dial memory of the telephone can be selected. The abbreviation L and the number in the memory are shown in the top line of the display.

Automatic repeat dialing (redial) If no call can be placed, press the “SND” key. “REDIAL” is shown on the display and repeated attempts will be made for the next four minutes.

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Abbreviated dialing from previously stored telephone numbers

Quick-dialing

Enter the previously selected maximum 3-digit (1 - 999) number and press “RCL”. The telephone number

previously stored under that number will be displayed. Press the soft key “SND”. The call is set up.

Speed-dialing Enter the memory location desired with buttons

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To correct the last digit press the soft key “CLR”. Press the soft key “SND”. The phone number stored at this memory location will appear on the screen and the call is set up. The abbreviation “L” and the number in the memory are shown in the top line of the display.

Express-dialing Press one of the number buttons than 1 second. The phone number or the name stored at this memory location will appear on the screen. When the call is initiated, the call time will appear on the display.

for more

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Note: Please be aware that button reserved for an emergency call number, see page 183.

might already be

Call hold feature While on the telephone, a second call can be accepted by pressing the “SND” key. The first call will be put on hold. Press “SND” to toggle between the calls. An additional call can be accepted after ending one of the previous calls.

Accepting incoming call in telephone mode

With an incoming call, a ringing tone can be heard and the message “CALL” appears on the display. Press the “SND” key to answer the call.

Accepting incoming call in tape, CD or radio mode If the telephone is activated in the background (symbol “S” on the display), then a switch is made automatically to the telephone mode when a call is received. The audio source is muted, the ringing tone is heard and the message “CALL” appears. Press the soft key “SND” to answer the call. After the call has been terminated, the previously selected audio source is resumed.

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Terminating call A current call can be terminated by pressing the “END” button.

Muting a call

Pressing the “MUT” key will silence the call. The caller can no longer hear you. To return to the conversation, press the “MUT” key again.

Component malfunctions The radio, CD changer1, and Mercedes-Benz integrated cellular telephone1 are part of a fiberoptic networked system. Failure of one of the components can lead to malfunctions of the other components. Please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call the Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at1-800-387-0100 for more information in the event of a malfunction.

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Emergency call

for more than 1 second, the

Important! If you press button number stored in memory location 1 (for example 911) will be dialed. The 911 emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offence. You can make an emergency call to an emergency rescue station with a mobile communications network. The emergency call will be placed as long as the corresponding mobile communications network is available. To do this, switch the telephone on if you have not already done so. The call will also be placed if the unlock-code is not entered.

Emergency calls may not be possible with all telephone networks or if certain network services and/or telephone functions are active. Check with your local network operating company. It may take some time to set up an emergency call. To use this function you must ensure that the number stored in memory location 1 is the number to be dialed in case of emergency.

Note:

If an emergency call cannot be connected, the message “SYSTM BUSY” appears.

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Switches for:

1 left, front 2 right, front 3 left, rear 4 right, rear

The control panel is located on the driver’s door.

P54.25-2259-26

There are individual switches in the front passenger door and the rear doors for the respective windows. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Opening the windows: Press the switch to resistance point. Closing the windows: Pull the switch to resistance point. Release switch when window is in desired position.

Express opening and closing Press or pull switch past resistance point and release – window opens or closes completely. To interrupt procedure, briefly press or pull switch. If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure, the window will stop during the last few inches before closure and open slightly. When pulling and holding the switch to close the window, and upward movement of the window is blocked during the last few inches before closure, it will stop but not open slightly.

Note: The power windows can also be opened and closed using the convenience opening/closing feature, see page 29.

Warning! When closing the windows, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. In case of obstruction, the automatic reversal will not operate if a window is being closed by pulling the switch to its resistance point and holding it there, or when using the electronic main key. The closing procedure can be immediately reversed by either pressing or pulling the switch, or pressing button Å’ on the electronic main key and holding it. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury.

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Blocking of rear door window operation

Synchronizing power windows If the power supply was interrupted, (battery disconnected or low), the windows cannot be opened or closed by the express feature. To resynchronize the express feature, pull switch until the window is completely closed and hold for approximately 1 second. Repeat procedure for each window. The automatic full opening and closing procedure of the windows should now be restored.

The switch (1) is located on the driver’s door. If no operation of the rear windows by switch (for instance by children) is desired, slide override switch (1) to the right; the N symbol becomes visible. Operation of the rear door windows with the switches located in the driver’s door is still possible.

Sliding/pop-up roof

1 to slide roof open 2 to slide roof closed 3 to raise roof at rear 4 to lower roof at rear

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. To open, close, raise or lower the sliding/pop-up roof: Move the switch to resistance point in the required direction. Release the switch when the roof has reached the required position.

Warning! When closing the sliding/pop-up roof, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury.

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Opening or closing the sliding/pop-up roof automatically Move the switch past resistance point in the direction required and release. The sliding/pop-up roof opens or closes completely. Stopping the sliding/pop-up roof: Move the switch in any direction. If the movement of the sliding/pop-up roof is blocked during the closing procedure, the roof will stop and reopen slightly.

Warning! When closing the sliding/pop-up roof, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury.

With the roof closed or tilted open, a screen can be slid into the roof opening to guard against sun rays. When sliding the roof open, the screen will also retract.

Notes: The sliding/pop-up roof can also be opened and closed using the summer opening/convenience feature, see page 29. To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the sliding/pop-up roof. The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur, see page 335.

Synchronizing the sliding/pop-up roof The sliding/pop-up roof must be resynchronized if the power supply has been interrupted (battery disconnected or low), the sliding/pop-up roof has been closed manually or the sliding/pop-up roof does not open smoothly or malfunctions. • Press the switch in the “raise” (3) direction, wait

until the sliding/pop-up roof is fully raised at rear and hold the switch for approximately 1 second.

Interior lighting

1 Rear interior lights

Press the button to switch the rear passenger compartment lights on/off.

2 Right front reading lamp

Press the button to switch the reading lamp on or off. The right reading lamp will be switched on or off.

3 To switch off automatic function:

Press the rocker switch. The interior lighting remains switched off, even when unlocking the vehicle or opening a door or the electronic key is removed from the starter switch.

4 To select automatic function:

Press the rocker switch to the center position. Interior lamps are switched on, and off (soft fade) delayed, when unlocking or locking the vehicle, or when opening or closing a door. However, there will be no delay when the electronic key is in starter switch position 2.

5 Interior lamps, front:

Press rocker switch in to switch front interior lamps on. The interior lighting stays on while the rocker switch is pressed in. Switching off the front interior lighting: Press rocker switch to position (3) or (4).

6 Left front reading lamp:

Press the button to switch the reading lamp on or off. The left reading lamp will be switched on or off.

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Notes: The time delay for the interior light to switch off after the electronic key is removed from the starter switch can be adjusted in the “Individual settings” – “LIGHTING”. See page 117. To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged with doors open, all interior lamps switch off after approximately 5 minutes. An interior lamp switched on manually does not go out automatically. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that all interior lamps are switched off.

Door entry lamps The appropriate entry lamp switches on if a door is opened in darkness and if the interior lighting is switched to automatic function. The entry lamp switches off automatically when the door is closed.

Rear window sunshade (optional)

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The switch is located in the center console. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Press the switch briefly:

1 to raise 2 to lower

Always raise the sunshade fully for its support against the window frame.

Warning! When operating the rear window sunshade, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the raising or lowering procedure. The raising or lowering procedure can be immediately halted by briefly pressing the upper or lower half of the switch. Briefly press upper or lower half of the switch again to raise or lower the rear window sunshade completely. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause serious personal injury.

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Vanity mirrors

Swing sun visors (2) down (arrow 3) to protect against sun glare. If sunlight enters through a side window, disengage sun visor (2) from the inner mounting (1) and pivot to the side.

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With the visor engaged in its inner mounting (2), the lamp (4) can be switched on by opening the cover (3). Fold the cover (3) down to close the vanity mirror.

Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.

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Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing things. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs. Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window. Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects.

Warning! Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident.

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Notes: Prior to closing the glove box, close the compartment for glasses first. The glove box can be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. See page 23 for instructions on how to remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key (e.g. for valet parking service).

1 Unlocked position 2 Locked position 3 Glove box 4 Glove box lid release

Pull to open

Storage compartment in front of armrest

To open: Slide cover (5) rearward. To close: Slide cover (5) forward.

Note: The compartment contains a lighter (see page 201), a coin holder, and a cup holder (see page 197).

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Storage compartment below the front armrest

To open compartment in armrest: Lift armrest by handle (6). To open compartment under armrest: Lift armrest by handle (7). To close: Lower armrest until it engages in lock.

To change inclination of armrest: Pull up on armrest. To lower armrest: Pull handle (7).

Notes: The storage compartment can be heated or cooled, see page 158. The compartment can get very warm due to its confined space. When storing heat sensitive objects in the compartment, close the air outlet while heating the passenger compartment. Do not obstruct the air outlet in the storage compartment.

Cup holder

Warning! Keep the cup holder closed while traveling. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills. Do not fill containers to a height where the contents could spill during vehicle maneuvers, especially hot liquids.

1 Cup holder in front seat armrest Open the storage compartment in front of the armrest, see page 195. Close the storage compartment in front of the armrest, see page 195.

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To open: Push front of sliding compartment – the cup holder slides out. To close: Push the sliding compartment back until it engages.

Warning! Keep the cup holder closed while traveling. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills. Do not fill containers to a height where the contents could spill during vehicle maneuvers, especially hot liquids.

2 Cup holder in rear seat armrest

Ashtrays

Center console To open: Briefly touch the mark on the cover, the ashtray opens automatically.

To remove ashtray insert from center console:

Warning! Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still. With the gear selector lever in position “N”, turn off the engine and set the parking brake. Otherwise the vehicle might move as a result of unintended contact with the gear selector lever.

Prior to removing the ashtray insert, move the gear selector lever to position “N”.

Slide ashtray insert in direction of arrow (1) until the insert disengages. Grip ashtray insert at indents (left and right arrows) and remove from ashtray frame. To replace insert: Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage into place.

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To open ashtray: Pull at top of cover.

To remove insert: Press latch (2) and remove insert.

To replace insert: Install insert and close the ashtray.

Lighter

1 Center console lighter

The lighter is located in the center console compartment in front of the armrest, see page 195.

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Push in lighter in (1); it will pop out automatically when hot.

Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter, they are extremely hot, hold at knob only. When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Note: The lighter can be operated with electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2. The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to a maximum 85 W.

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Parcel net in front passenger footwell A small convenience parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell. It is for small and light items, such as road maps, mail, etc.

Warning! Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or objects having sharp edges, in the parcel net. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants.

Unfolding and loading

1. Fold armrest down (arrow). 2. Swing cover (1) down.

3. Open hook and loop strap (2) and pull ski sack into

passenger compartment and unfold.

4. Open flap in trunk by pulling handle (3).

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5. From trunk, slide skis into ski sacks

Warning! The ski sack is designed for up to four pairs of skis. Do not load the ski sack with other objects Always fasten the ski sack securely. In an accident, an unfastened ski sack can cause injury to vehicle occupants.

6. Wrap strap around ski sack and armrest. 7. Close clasp (arrows 4 and 5) and pull strap tight to

immobilize skis.

8. Connect snap hook (6) of front strap to eye (7)

located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench.

Unloading and folding

1. Loosen strap, open clasp by pressing tabs (arrows)

together, and unload skis.

2. Close flap in trunk. 3. Disconnect snap hook (6) from eye (7). 4. Fold and flatten ski sack lengthwise and place

folded ski sack inside recess of backrest.

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Removal of ski sack

For removal of the ski sack we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk lid open while the ski sack is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.

Note: To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always close the pass-through.

5. Close ski sack compartment cover.

Enlarged cargo area (optional)

Split folding rear seat bench

1. Pull handle (1) located in trunk to unlock backrest. On vehicles with optional split folding rear seat backrest you can fold down the two sections separately to enlarge the cargo area.

2. Pull handle (2) and fold seat cushion (3) forward. 3. Fully retract and fold down head restraints, see

page 52.

4. Fold backrest (4) forward.

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Setting up rear seat bench

1. Pull backrest (4) up until it locks in its upright

position. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest. The pop-up indicators (5) (left and right backrest section) are visible in unlocked position. With backrest sections in upright and locked position, the indicators (5) are fully lowered.

2. Fold seat cushion (3) back until it locks in place. Check for secure locking by pressing on the seat cushion.

Warning! Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied by passengers, cargo is being carried in the trunk, or the extended cargo area is not in use.

Note: To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always lock backrest in its upright position.

Loading instructions (Vehicle with enlarged cargo area)

The total load weight including vehicle occupants and luggage/cargo should not exceed the vehicle capacity weight indicated on the certification tag which can be found on the left door pillar.

The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustrations shown, with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle. Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible. The heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept as low as possible since it influences the handling characteristics of the vehicle.

Note: The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. The enlarged cargo area should only be used for items which do not fit in the trunk alone.

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Warning! In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing things. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs. Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window. Never drive vehicle with trunk lid open while seat backrest sections not locked in their upright position. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.

Cellular telephone The vehicle is prepared for the installation of a cellular telephone. For further information and installation contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Warning! Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving a vehicle. Whether or not prohibited by law, for safety reasons, the driver should not use the cellular telephone while the vehicle is in motion. Stop the vehicle in a safe location before answering or placing a call.

Telephone, general

Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/ her primary focus when driving. For your safety and the safety of others, we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and stop before placing or taking a telephone call. If you choose to use the telephone while driving, please use the hands-free device and only use the telephone when road and traffic conditions permit. Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone while driving a vehicle.

Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately 14 m) every second. Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e. without being connected to an external antenna) from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle’s electronic system, possibly resulting in an accident and personal injury.

See separate instruction manual for instructions on how to operate the telephone.

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Garage door opener

1 Signal transmitter keys 2 Indicator lamp 3 Portable remote control transmitter

The built-in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately controlled objects.

Warning! When programming a garage door opener, the door moves up or down. When programming or operating the remote control make sure there is no possibility of anyone being harmed by the moving door.

Note: Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener. If you should experience difficulties with programming the transmitter, contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Programming or reprogramming the integrated remote control:

1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1

or 2.

2. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter of the

device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 inches (5 cm to 12 cm) away from the surface of the integrated remote control located on the inside rear view mirror, keeping the indicator lamp in view.

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3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand- held transmitter button and the desired integrated remote control button. Do not release the buttons until completing step 4.

4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control

will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator lamp flashes rapidly, both buttons may be released (the rapid flashing lamp indicates successful programming of the new frequency signal). To program the remaining two buttons, follow steps 1 through 4.

Note: If, after repeated attempts, you do not successfully program the integrated remote control device to learn the signal of the hand-held transmitter, the garage door opener could be equipped with the “rolling code feature”.

Rolling code programming: To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these instructions after completing the “Programming” portion of this text. (A second person may make the following training procedures quicker and easier.)

1. Locate training button on the garage door opener

motor head unit. Exact location and color of the button may vary by garage door opener brand. If there is difficulty locating the transmitting button, reference to garage door opener operator’s manual. 2. Press “training” button on the garage door opener

motor head unit (which activated the “training light”). Note: Following step 2, there are 30 seconds to initiate step 3.

3. Firmly press and release the programmed

integrated remote control transmit button. Press and release same button a second time to complete the training process. (Some garage door openers may required you to do this procedure a third time to complete the training.)

4. Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the

programmed button on the integrated remote control transmitter.

Canadian programming: During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting. Continue to press and hold the integrated remote control transmitter button (note steps 2 through 4 in the “Programming” portion) while you press and re-press (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter every two seconds until the frequency signal has been learned. The indicator lamp will flash slowly and then rapidly after several seconds upon successful training.

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Operation of remote control:

Erasing the remote control memory:

1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1

or 2.

1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1

or 2.

2. Select and press the appropriate button to activate the remote controlled device. The integrated remote control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed – up to 20 seconds.

2. Simultaneously holding down the left and right side

buttons for approximately 20 seconds, or until the control lamp blink rapidly, will erase the codes of all three channels.

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transmitters ............................... 218

The first 1 000 miles

(1 500 km) ................................. 219
Maintenance ................................... 219
Tele Aid ...........................................220
Catalytic converter ........................228
Emission control ............................229
Starter switch .................................230
Starting and turning

off the engine ............................232
Manual transmission ....................233

Automatic transmission ............... 234
Parking brake ................................ 243
Driving instructions ...................... 244
Drive sensibly – Save Fuel ....... 244
Drinking and driving ................ 244
Pedals .......................................... 244
Power assistance ........................ 245
Brakes .......................................... 245
Driving off ................................... 246
Parking ........................................ 246
Tires ............................................. 247
Snow chains ............................... 250
Winter driving instructions ................................ 250

Deep water ..................................252
Passenger compartment ...........253
Traveling abroad ........................253
Cruise control .................................254
Brake assist system (BAS) ............257
Antilock brake system

(ABS) ...........................................258

Electronic stability program

(ESP) ...........................................260

What you should know at the gas

station .........................................264

Check regularly and before a long

trip ...............................................266

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