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protection if refrigerant is lost. No cooling will then take place. Economy mode S cannot be switched off. Have the air conditioner checked by a Mercedes-Benz Center should this happen.

Dust filter Nearly all dust particles and pollen are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system.

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Basic setting – automatic mode

Special settings (use only for short duration)

Press U button. Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically. Set the left and right temperature to 72°F (22°C). This provides for comfortable conditions in the vehicle.

Heating mode: To lower headroom temperature, use thumbwheel (4, page 138).

Air conditioning mode: Open air outlets at dashboard top center (7, page 138) for an even air distribution.

Air distribution and air volume, manual Press U button. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. Select any of the six air volume speeds and the air distribution.

Air distribution, manual: h Air from the center, side, dashboard top center

and rear passenger compartment air outlets.

j Air from the windshield, side defroster and rear

passenger compartment air outlets.

k Air from the center, side, footwell, rear footwell

and rear passenger compartment air outlets.

To return to automatic mode: Press the U button. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates.

Defrosting

Press the P button. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press button O, the indicator lamp in the button will go out. Close center air outlets. Turn wheels (8, page 138) up to open left and right side air outlets (9, page 138). Adjust side air outlets upward. Pressing the switch again returns the system to the previous setting.

Windows fogged up on the inside Switch off the economy mode, if selected. Press button S. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press button O. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. Press the P button. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. Increase temperature setting. Open the side air outlets (9, page 138) and direct them onto the side windows.

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Windshield fogged up on the outside Switch on the windshield wiper. Close air outlet at dashboard top center. Switch to manual mode. Turn air distribution switch to position h or k.

Air recirculation Select air recirculation: Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. To switch off the air recirculation: Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. Switching on air recirculation and activating convenience closing of power windows and sliding/ pop-up roof: Press button O for more than 2 seconds, the side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof will be closed. The indicator lamp in the button lights up.

Switching off air recirculation and activating convenience opening: Press button O for more than 2 seconds, the side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof return to the position they were in before closing. A window or the sliding/pop-up roof opened manually after convenience closing will no longer be returned to the position it was in before closing when convenience opening is selected. The system automatically switches from air recirculation to fresh air: • after 30 minutes if the outside temperature is above

about 40°F (5°C),

• after 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below

about 40°F (5°C),

• after 5 minutes if economy mode S is selected. The system switches automatically to air recirculation at high outside temperatures. A quantity of outside air is added after about 30 minutes. If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch from recirculated air back to fresh air.

Climate control - OFF/ON To switch the climate control off, set the air volume control switch to position 0. The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off. While driving, use this setting only temporarily, otherwise the windshield could fog up. To switch the climate control on again, set air volume control switch to any speed.

Economy mode The function of this setting corresponds to the automatic mode. However, because the air conditioning compressor will not engage (fuel savings), it is not possible to air condition in this setting. Press S button to activate. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. Press S button once again to return to the previous setting.

Important! In the S mode the windows could fog up on the inside. Switch off S mode.

Residual engine heat utilization

With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for a short while. Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically.

To select: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 0 or remove it altogether. Press button T. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. This function selection will not activate if the battery level is insufficient. The function switches off automatically: • if the electronic key in starter switch is turned to

position 2,

• after approximately 30 minutes, • if the battery voltage drops.

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1 Display and controls 2 Air volume control for left center air outlet 3 Center air outlet, left, adjustable 4 Thumbwheel for adding outside air at air outlets for center, left and right sides, as well as dashboard top center and rear passenger compartment

5 Center air outlet, right, adjustable

6 Air volume control for right center air outlet 7 Air volume control and air outlet on dashboard top

center

8 Air volume control for side air outlet 9 Side air outlet, adjustable 10 Side defroster outlet, fixed

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Display and controls

7 Temperature control, right, raising 8 Temperature control, right, lowering 9 Rear window defroster, see page 157
10 Economy mode, see page 155

Residual engine heat utilization, see page 156

11 Air volume control +

switch on system

12 Air volume control -

switch off system

P83.40-2265-26

13 Air recirculation, see page 153
14 Defrosting, see page 152

1 Temperature control, left, lowering 2 Temperature control, left, raising 3 Air distribution control switch left (automatic,

manual operation)

4 Activated charcoal filter, see page 154
5 Display 6 Air distribution control switch right (automatic,

manual operation)

Important! This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioning system that uses R-134a (HFC: hydrofluorocarbon) as a refrigerant. Repairs should always be performed by a qualified technician, and refrigerant should be collected in a recovery system for recycling.

1 Temperature, left 2 Temperature, right 3 Air volume 4 Automatic mode is selected

Automatic climate control The system is always at operational readiness, except when manually switched off. The automatic climate control only operates with the engine running. The temperature selector should be left at the desired temperature setting. The temperature selected is reached as quickly as possible. The system will not heat or cool any quicker by setting a higher or lower temperature. The desired interior temperature and air distribution can be selected separately for the left and right side of the passenger compartment. The automatic climate control removes considerable moisture from the air during operation in the cooling mode. It is normal for water to drip on the ground through ducts in the underbody. The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the economy mode S is selected, see page 155.

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Notes: Do not obstruct the air flow by placing objects on the air flow-through exhaust slots below the rear window. Also keep the air intake grill in front of the windshield free of snow and debris. The storage compartment between the front seats can be ventilated. See page 158 for notes on ventilating the storage space under the armrest in the center console. The air conditioner switches itself off for its own protection if refrigerant is lost. No cooling will then take place. Economy mode S cannot be switched off. Have the air conditioner checked by a Mercedes-Benz Center should this happen.

Dust filter Nearly all dust particles and pollen are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system.

Basic setting – automatic mode Briefly press left or right U button. The h, j and k symbols will no longer be visible. The economy mode and air recirculation functions will be switched off. The automatic blower will be activated at the same time.

Set the temperature switches on the left and right to 72°F (22°C). This provides for comfortable conditions in the vehicle.

Heating mode: To lower headroom temperature, use thumbwheel (4, page 146).

Air conditioning mode: Open air outlets at dashboard top center (7, page 146) for an even air distribution.

Special settings (use only for short duration)

Air distribution, manual Press left or right U button. The h, j and k symbols are visible. Turn the button to select the air distribution desired. h Air from the center, side, dashboard top center

and rear passenger compartment air outlets.

j Air from the windshield, side defroster and rear

passenger compartment air outlets.

k Air from the center, side, footwell, rear footwell

and rear passenger compartment air outlets.

To return to automatic mode: Press left or right U button. The h, j and k symbols will no longer be visible.

Air volume, manual Seven blower speeds are available. Press right Q or left M side of air volume control switch until the requested blower speed is attained. The display “AUTO” disappears and the automatic mode is switched off. The selected blower speed is shown in the display.

To return to automatic mode: Press left or right U button. The h, j and k symbols will no longer be visible.

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Windows fogged up on the inside Press the P button. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. Switch off air recirculation, if selected. Press button O, the indicator lamp in the button will go out. The fan is set to a higher speed and the warm air is directed to the defroster and windshield air outlets. Pressing the switch again returns the system to the previous setting.

Windshield fogged up on the outside Switch on the windshield wiper. Close air outlet on dashboard top center (7, page 146). Switch to manual mode. Turn air distribution control switch to position h or k.

The system automatically switches from air recirculation to fresh air: • after 30 minutes if the outside temperature is above

about 40°F (5°C),

• after 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below

about 40°F (5°C),

• after 5 minutes if economy mode S is selected. The system switches automatically to air recirculation at high outside temperatures. A quantity of outside air is added after about 30 minutes. If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch from recirculated air back to fresh air.

Air recirculation Select air recirculation: Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. To switch off the air recirculation: Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button will go out. Switching on air recirculation and activating convenience closing of power windows and sliding/ pop-up roof: Press button O for more than 2 seconds, the side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof will be closed. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. Switching off air recirculation and activating convenience opening: Press button O for more than 2 seconds, the side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof return to the position they were in before closing. A window or the sliding/pop-up roof opened manually after convenience closing will no longer be returned to the position it was in before closing when convenience opening is selected.

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Activated charcoal filter An activated charcoal filter markedly reduces bad odors and removes pollutants from air entering the passenger compartment. To select, press e button. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. To cancel, press button. The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The system switches automatically to the air recirculation mode, if the carbon monoxide (CO) or nitrogen oxides (NOX) concentration of the outside air increases beyond a predetermined level. The automatic air recirculation mode does not function if economy mode S is selected or if the outside temperature has fallen below 40°F (5°C). The activated charcoal filter should be switched off when windows fog up on the inside, or if the passenger compartment needs to be quickly heated or cooled down.

Switching on the activated carbon filter and activating convenience closing of power windows and sliding/ pop-up roof: The indicator lamp in the e button is off. Press button e for more than 2 seconds, the side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof will be closed. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. Switching off activated carbon filter and activating convenience opening: The indicator lamp in the e button is on. Press button e for more than 2 seconds, the side windows and the sliding/pop-up roof return to the position they were in before closing. A window or the sliding/pop-up roof opened manually after convenience closing will no longer be returned to the position it was in before closing when convenience opening is selected.

Economy mode The function of this setting corresponds to the automatic mode. However, because the air conditioning compressor will not engage (fuel savings), it is not possible to air condition in this setting. Press S button to activate. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. Press S button once again to return to the previous setting.

Important! In the S mode the windows could fog up on the inside. Switch off S mode.

Automatic climate control - OFF/ON To switch the climate control off, set the air volume control switch to position 0. The fresh air supply to the vehicle interior is shut off. While driving, use this setting only temporarily, otherwise the windshield could fog up. To switch the climate control on again, press the U or P button, or set air volume control switch to any speed.

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The function switches off automatically: • if the electronic key in starter switch is turned to

position 2,

• after approximately 30 minutes, • if the battery voltage drops.

Residual engine heat utilization

With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for a short while. Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically.

To select: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 0 or remove it altogether. Press button T. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. This function selection will not activate if the battery level is insufficient.

Rear window defroster Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2.

To select: Press the F button in the control panel of the automatic air conditioner. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates.

To cancel: Press the F button in the control panel of the automatic air conditioner. The indicator lamp in the button goes out.

Note: Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed before activating the defroster.

The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear. The defroster is automatically turned off after approximately 6–17 minutes of operation depending on the outside temperature and vehicle speed. If several power consumers are turned on simultaneously, or the battery is only partially charged, it is possible that the defroster will automatically turn itself off. When this happens, the indicator lamp inside the switch starts blinking. As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage, the defroster automatically turns itself back on.

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Front center console storage compartment ventilation

The front center console compartment has its own air outlet. To open: Raise lever (1). To close: Lower lever (1).

The air volume is dependent on the setting of: • air distribution control, • air volume control, • air outlets in the dashboard. The air temperature is about the same as that of the dashboard air outlets. It cannot be regulated separately.

Notes: 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 allow articles to obstruct the air outlet in the storage compartment.

Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets

1 Center air outlet, left 2 Air volume control for center air outlets

To open: Turn the wheel upward.

3 Center air outlet, right

Note: The temperature at the air outlets for the rear passenger compartment (1 and 3) is the same as at the dashboard center air outlets.

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Audio and telephone operation These instructions are intended to help you become acquainted with your Mercedes-Benz audio system. They contain useful tips and a detailed description of the user functions.

Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident, system settings should be entered with the vehicle at standstill and systems should be operated by the driver only when traffic conditions permit. Always pay full attention to traffic conditions first before operating system controls while driving. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your car is covering a distance of 50 feet (approximately14 m) every second.

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Warning! Any alterations made to electronic components can cause malfunctions. The radio, cassette deck, CD changer1 and telephone1 are interconnected. Therefore, when one of the components is defective or has not been removed/replaced properly this may impair the function of other components. These malfunctions might seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. We recommend that you have any service work or alterations to electronic components done at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

1 Optional equipment

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.

Operating and display elements

1 On/off, volume, see page 163
2 Telephone mode selector, see page 177
3 Seek tuning, see page 167,

Track search (tape), see page 171, Skipping tracks (CD), see page 175
Manual repeat dialing (telephone), see page 180

4 Radio mode selector, see page 166
5 Manual tuning, see page 167 and 167

Fast Forward/Reverse (tape), see page 171
Fast Forward/Reverse (CD), see page 176
Telephone book, see page 178

6 CD mode selector, see page 175
7 Tape mode selector, see page 169

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8 Display panel

The cassette slot is located behind the display panel. For notes on playing cassettes, see page 169

9 Alpha-numeric keypad for

station storage and frequency entry, see page 169
optional telephone, see page 177
Tape eject, see page 170
Tape track select, see page 171
Dolby, see page 172
CD track access, see page 177

10 Scan tuning (Radio, see page 167)

Tape track search, see page 171
CD, see page 167

11 Function button, see page 169 and 177
12 Soft keys for

radio band selection, see page 166
tone controls, see page 164
scan, see page 167

13 Tape eject, see page 169

Button and soft key operation In these instructions, the alpha-numeric keypad (right side of radio face) and the function buttons (left side of the radio face) are referred to as “buttons” and the four keys under the display are referred to as “soft keys”

Note: Do not press directly on the radio display face.

Operation

Switching on and off Press the control knob The system is switched off when the electronic main key in the starter switch is turned to position 0 or removed. The radio is switched on again when the electronic main key in the starter switch is turned to position 1 or 2.

Note: The system can also be switched on separately with the electronic main key removed, but will switch itself off automatically after half an hour to conserve vehicle battery power.

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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.

Audio functions The “AUD” key is used to select the BASS, TREBLE, FADER and BALANCE functions. Settings for bass and treble are stored separately for the radio, cassette and CD modes. Tone level settings are identified by the vertical bars. The center (flat) setting is shown by one longer bar in the center of the display.

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Bass

Press the “AUD” key repeatedly until “BASS” appears on the display. Press the “+” key to increase

or the “-” key to decrease the level. Pressing the “+” and “-” keys simultaneously resets the Bass to its center (flat) level.

Treble

Press the “AUD” key repeatedly until “TREBLE” appears on the display. Press the “+” key to increase

or the “-” key to decrease the level. Pressing the “+” and “-” keys simultaneously resets the Treble to its center (flat) level.

Fader

Centering all audio functions

Push and hold down the “AUD” key. All audio functions (bass, treble, balance and fader) are set to center or flat positions, and

the volume is adjusted to a preset level. “RESET” appears on the display.

Press the “AUD” key repeatedly until “FADER” appears on the display. Press the “R” key to move the sound to the rear speakers or the “F”

key to move the sound to the front speakers. Pressing the “F” and “R” keys simultaneously resets the Fader to its center level.

Balance

Press the “AUD” key repeatedly until “BALANCE” appears on the display. Press the “L” key to move the

sound to the left speakers or the “R” key to move the sound to the right speakers. Pressing the “L” and “R” keys simultaneously resets the Balance to its center level.

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Audio system tone level selection

Radio mode

To select the tone level settings for radio, cassette, and CD operation press the key “AUD”. The tone level settings menu is now

displayed. Press key “EXT”, and “SOUND” appears on the display. Press the key “DRV” to adjust the sound to the “Driver” position. The key “SP” is for “Speech”, optimizing the sound for spoken language. The key “AMB” offers “Ambience” , a three-dimensional sound. The key “OFF” switches off the tone level setting selection.

Selecting radio mode Press

button.

Selecting the band

Frequency ranges:

Press the key located below the desired band. The band selected is shown in the top line of the display.

FM AM WB

87.9 -107.9 MHz 530 -1710 kHz approx.162 MHz

Manual tuning

or

Press either the button. Step-by-step station tuning in ascending or descending order of frequency will take place. The first three tuning steps will take place without muting. The radio will then be muted and high-speed tuning will take place until the button is released. The following tuning intervals will be shown on the display:

FM AM WB

200 kHz 10 kHz Channels 1-7

Seek tuning Press either the to the next receivable station.

or

button. The radio will tune

Scan tuning

SC #

button. Each

Press the strongly receivable station on the band selected will be tuned in for 8 seconds. The first scan will tune only the stations with a high signal strength. The second scan will tune every receivable station. By pressing either the

buttons or the

SC #

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scan mode can be cancelled.

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Weather Band Press the “WB” key. The last weather band station is tuned in. Use buttons the station cannot be received, the next available station is selected automatically. Press button . The next available station is tuned in. The message “WB NONE” appears if no station can be received.

to select a different station. If

or

PQRS

Station memory Ten stations each in the AM and FM bands can be stored via the alpha-numeric keypad. The button corresponds to location 10. Weatherband (WB) channels 1 to 7 are preset at the factory and can be retrieved via the alpha-numeric keypad, but cannot be changed.

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Storing stations automatically (Autostore)

Press the “AS” key until the word “SEARCH” is displayed. The ten strongest stations are stored automatically, with having the strongest

signal.

Note: Autostore memory is in addition to the regular station memory. Previously stored stations are not erased. Briefly press “AS” to leave the Autostore and return to manual presets. Press “AS” again to call up Autostore.

Storing stations Hold the desired number button approximately 2 seconds. The currently displayed frequency is stored on the selected station button. The storage procedure is confirmed by a short signal tone.

down for

OPR

Retrieving a station from memory Press the desired station button

OPR

Direct frequency input (AM and FM only)

Select the band. Press the “ button and enter the desired frequency using the alpha-numeric keypad . Frequencies outside of

OPR

the frequency ranges (frequencies specified on page 166) will not be accepted. The frequency input mode is cancelled if no button is pressed within 4 seconds.

Cassette mode

TAPE

Playing cassettes Press the the display folds down and the cassette slot becomes visible. Push the cassette gently into the slot until it engages. The cassette will be pulled in automatically.

button. When the

button is pressed,

EJ

Note: Do not press directly on the display face. Return the display panel to its normal position by folding it back up and pressing gently on the display frame to lock in place.

Important! If the display is in the down position for more than 20 seconds, 2 successive beeps will be heard. This will continue at 5 second intervals until the display is returned to its normal position.

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The system will switch to cassette mode. Track 1 will be played and “SIDE 1” displayed. Track 1 is the side of the cassette which is facing upwards. The cassette deck will automatically detect the type of tape and switch the equalization automatically. A cassette symbol on the display indicates that a tape is in the mechanism. This symbol appears in all modes except cassette mode. The cassette will not be ejected when the system is switched off or another mode is selected. If a cassette is in the mechanism, cassette mode can be selected by using the If no cassette has been inserted, the display will show “NO TAPE”.

button.

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EJ

Cassette eject Press the button. The display will fold down and the cassette will be ejected. Remove the cassette, then fold the display back up manually. The system will switch back to radio mode automatically.

Notes: The cassette will not be ejected when the system is switched off. If a cassette is not ejected, continue to hold the EJ cassette.

button for at least 5 seconds to eject the

Important! If the display is in the down position for more than 20 seconds, 2 successive beeps will be heard. This will continue at 5 second intervals until the display is returned to its normal position.

Track selection

Press the track selection “TRK” key. The current track will be displayed as “SIDE 1” or “SIDE 2”. The track will be changed automatically at the end of the tape.

Track search forward/backward

button.

Press the “SEEK FWD” will be shown on the display and the track search will run the tape forward to the start of the next track. Press the “SEEK RWD” will be shown on the display and the track search will run the tape backward to the start of the

button.

track currently playing. Track search can be interrupted by pressing the same button again.

Note: The beginning of a track can only be located if there is a break of at least 4 seconds between tracks.

Fast forward/reverse

button.

Press the “FORWARD” will appear on the display and fast forward will start. Press the “REWIND” will appear on the display and fast reverse will start.

button.

Fast forward/reverse is stopped by pressing the same button again, or it will stop automatically at the beginning or the end of the tape. The track will automatically change at the end or beginning of the tape and play will begin.

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Scanning

Dolby NR1 (noise reduction system)

SC #

button. “SEEK

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

SC #

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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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.

SC #

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).

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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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. You can enter up to 2 digits.

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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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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