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To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged with doors open, all interior lamps switch off after approximately 5 minutes.

Footwell lighting With exterior lamps on, the driver and front passenger footwell is illuminated.

6 Interior lamps, front:

Press rocker switch in to switch front interior and reading lamps on. The front interior lighting stays on while the rocker switch is pressed in. Switching off the front interior lighting: Press rocker switch to position (4) or (5).

Courtesy lighting The interior of your vehicle is equipped with various different lighting installations to help you to orient yourself better in the dark.

Entrance lamps, exit lamps With exterior lamps on or electronic key in starter switch position 1, the lamps in the door trays illuminate. The lights will remain on for approximately 5 minutes if the electronic key is in starter switch position 0 and exterior lamps are switched off.

Center console lighting Turn the electronic key in the starter switch to position 1. The center console is illuminated from the rear-view mirror.

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.

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Rear window sunshade (optional)

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.

Sun visors

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

1 Illuminated vanity mirror

With the visor engaged in its inner mounting (2), the lamp (4) can be switched on by opening the cover (3). Slide the mirror to the left or right for a normal or magnified image. Fold the cover (3) down to close the vanity mirror.

Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.

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Storage compartments and armrests

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.

Glove box

1 Unlocked position 2 Locked position 3 Press to open

4 The glove box lid is equipped with a container (4)

for coins and small accessories.

To open, press the marking on the cover.

The glove box can be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. See page 29 for instructions on how to remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key (e.g. for valet parking service).

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Storage compartment in front of armrest

Storage compartment below the front armrest

5 Storage compartment in front of armrest

To open: Touch the top of the cover lightly. To close: Lightly push the cover up until it engages in lock.

A coin holder is also located in the storage compartment below the armrest.

Storage tray in the armrest To open: Press button (6) and raise the armrest. To close: Lower the armrest until it engages in lock.

Storage space below the armrest To open: Press button (7) and raise the armrest. To close: Lower the armrest until it engages in lock.

Notes: The storage compartment can be heated or cooled, see page 175. 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. The storage space below the armrest is illuminated with the exterior lamps switched on.

Storage compartment under the front seats

8 Storage compartment under the front seats

Maximum permissible weight of contents: 3.3 lbs. (1.5 kg) To open: Press buttons (9) together and fold the lid down. To close: Close lid until both buttons (9) of lock engage.

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Coat hooks

Opening the storage space: Slide the cover (10) back to open, forward to close.

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Coat hooks (1) are located on the headliner above the rear windows. To open: Briefly press indentation on coat hook – the coat hook folds down. To close: Push coat hook into headliner.

Cup holder

1 Cup holder in front seat armrest Open the storage compartment in front of the armrest, see page 190. To open: Briefly press button (1). The cup holder opens automatically.

Press button (2) to open the second cup holder. The cup holder opens automatically.

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.

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To close: Fold second cup holder in direction of arrow (3) until it engages.

Press button (4) to unlock cup holder and fold into the storage compartment until it engages. Close the storage compartment.

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.

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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”.

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Press sliding knob (1) toward the right to eject the insert. To replace insert: Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage into place.

Rear seats

To open: Briefly touch the top of the cover, the ashtray opens automatically. To remove the insert: Push down on catch (2) and pull out the ashtray insert. To install the insert: Position the insert and close the cover.

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1 Center console lighter

Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Push in lighter (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 socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to a maximum 100 W.

Parcel net in trunk

There are hooks (1) on the left and right inside the trunk from which the parcel net is suspended. The tab (arrow) must point down into the trunk. The parcel net and hooks are only designed to take light loads in normal driving conditions. They are unable to secure a load in the event of an accident. Observe the weight limit on the tab (arrow).

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Inside the trunk are six cargo tie-down hooks. Secure cargo by applying even load on the hooks using a cargo net.

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.

Note: With large objects stored in the parcel net do not slide the seat fully forward, it could damage them.

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, Subpart C, Section 209 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: Changes or modification not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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.

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”.

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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 require 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.

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 blinks rapidly, will erase the codes of all three channels.

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Infrared reflecting windshield

Your vehicle is equipped with infrared reflecting glass which reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the interior through the windows. The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the glass by in-vehicle electronic devices (e.g. electronic toll collection devices). To allow the use of these devices in the vehicle, two infrared transparent areas (1 and 2) are placed in the windshield.

1 Mounting location for electronic toll collection

devices (infrared transparent)

2 Infrared transparent area (pass-through for

electronic signals)

3 31.5 in (80 cm) 4 19.0 in (48 cm) 5 1.75 in (4.5 cm)

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Driving

Control and operation of radio

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

The first 1 000 miles

(1 500 km) .................................209
Maintenance ...................................209
Tele Aid ........................................... 210
Catalytic converter ........................220
Emission control ............................221
Starter switch .................................222
Starter switch – KEYLESS-GO ......224
Starting and turning off

the engine ..................................227
Automatic transmission ...............229
Parking brake .................................238

Driving instructions ...................... 239
Drive sensibly – save fuel ........ 239
Drinking and driving ................ 239
Pedals .......................................... 240
Power assistance ........................ 240
Brakes .......................................... 240
Driving off ................................... 241
Parking ........................................ 242
Tires ............................................. 243
Snow chains ............................... 245
Winter driving instructions ..... 246
Deep water .................................. 248
Passenger compartment ........... 248
Traveling abroad ........................ 249
Cruise control ................................ 250

Distronic (DTR) ..............................253
Brake assist system

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

Antilock brake system

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

Electronic stability program

(ESP) ........................................... 271
Active body control (ABC) ............275
Level control system ...................... 276
Parking assist (Parktronic) ..........279
What you should know

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

Check regularly

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

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Control and operation of radio transmitters COMAND, radio and telephone

Telephones and two-way radio

Warning! Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle. Only operate the COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data System), radio or telephone1 if road and traffic conditions permit. 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.

1 Observe all legal requirements.

Warning! 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.

Radio transmitters, such as a portable telephone or a citizens band unit should only be used inside the vehicle if they are connected to an antenna that is installed on the outside of the vehicle. Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna.

The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km)

Maintenance

The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satisfied you will be with its performance later on. Therefore, drive your vehicle during the first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) at moderate vehicle and engine speeds. During this period, avoid heavy loads (full throttle driving) and excessive engine speeds. Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is not recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear. We recommend that you select positions “3”, “2” or “1” only at moderate speeds (for hill driving). After 1 000 miles (1 500 km) speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum.

Approximately 30 days or 2000 miles (2000 km) prior to the next recommended service, the remaining distance or days are displayed in the multifunction indicator. See Flexible service system (FSS) on page 147. We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Service Booklet at the times called for by the FSS. Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance with the Service Booklet at the designated times/ mileage may result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

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Tele Aid

Important! The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be performed by completing the subscriber agreement and placing an acquaintance call using the “SOS” button. Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a system that is not activated. If the system is not activated the indicator lamp in the “SOS” button stays on after turning electronic key in starter switch to position 2 (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: operating position, see page 224) and the message “TELE AID – NOT ACTIVATED” will be shown in the multifunction display for approx. 10 seconds. If you have any questions regarding activation, please call the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).

(Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand) The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response; automatic and manual emergency, roadside assistance and information. The Tele Aid system is operational providing that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available.

The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can be adjusted when using the volume control on the multifunction steering wheel, for raising press button æ and for lowering press button ç. To activate, press the “SOS” button, the Roadside Assistance button • or the Information button ¡, depending on the type of response required. Shortly after the completion of your Acquaintance Call, you will receive a user ID and password via first call mail. By visiting www.mbusa.com and selecting “Tele Aid” (USA only), you will have access to account information, remote door unlock, Info Services* profile and more.

* Optional

System self-check Initially, after turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2, malfunctions are detected and indicated (the indicator lamps in the “SOS” button, the Roadside Assistance button • and the Information button ¡ stay on longer than 10 seconds or do not come on). The message “TELE AID – VISIT WORKSHOP” appears for approx. 10 seconds in the multifunction display.

Important! Always make sure that the indicator lamps in the “SOS” button, in the “Roadside Assistance” button and in the “Information” button do not remain illuminated constantly in red and the message “TELE AID – VISIT WORKSHOP” is not displayed in the multifunction display after the system self check. If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated automatically: • following an accident in which the Emergency Tensioning Retractors (ETR’s) or airbags deploy,

• if the antitheft alarm or the tow away alarm stays on

for more than 20 seconds, see pages 62 and 64.

An emergency call can also be initiated manually by opening the cover next to the inside rear view mirror labeled “SOS”, then pressing the button (for longer than 2 seconds) located under the cover. See below for instructions on initiating an emergency call manually.

Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator lamp in the “SOS” button will begin to flash. The message “EMERGENCY CALL – CONNECTING CALL” appears in the multifunction display. When the connection is established, the message “EMERGENCY CALL – CALL CONNECTED” appears in the multifunction display. All information relevant to the emergency, such as the location of the vehicle (determined by the GPS satellite location system), vehicle model, identification number and color are generated. A voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will be established automatically soon after the emergency call has been initiated. When a voice connection is established the audio system mutes and the message “TELE AID – EMERGENCY CALL ACTIVE” appears in the multifunction display. The Response Center will attempt to determine more precisely the nature of the accident provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle.

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The Tele Aid system is available if: • it has been activated and is operational. Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services and cellular air time

• the relevant cellular phone network and GPS signals

are available and pass the information on to the response center.

Note: Location of the vehicle on a map is possible if the vehicle is able to receive signals from the GPS satellite network and pass the information on to the response center.

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Warning! If the indicator lamp in the “SOS” button is illuminated continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an emergency call (e.g. the relevant cellular phone network is not available). The message “EMERGENCY CALL – CALL FAILED” appears in the multifunction display for approx. 10 seconds. Should this occur, assistance must be summoned by other means.

Initiating an emergency call manually

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Briefly press on cover (1) – the cover will open.

Press the SOS button (2) briefly (for longer than 2 seconds). The indicator lamp in the SOS button (2) will flash until the emergency call is concluded. Wait for a voice connection to the Response Center. Close the cover (1) after the emergency call is concluded.

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Warning! If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the vehicle (e.g. smoke or fire in the vehicle, vehicle in a dangerous road location), please do not wait for voice contact after you have pressed the emergency button. Carefully leave the vehicle and move to a safe location. The Response Center will automatically contact local emergency officials with the vehicle’s approximate location if they receive an automatic “SOS” signal and cannot make voice contact with the vehicle occupants.

Roadside Assistance button • Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button •. Pressing and holding the button (for longer than 2 seconds) will initiate a call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message “ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE – CONNECTING CALL” will appear in the multifunction display. When the connection is established, the message “ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE – CALL CONNECTED” appears in the multifunction display. The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number, model, color and location (subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals).

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A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. When a voice connection is established the audio system mutes and the message “TELE AID - ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CALL ACTIVE” appears in the multifunction display. The nature of the need for assistance can then be described. The Mercedes-Benz Roadside assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as labor and/or towing charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual for more information.

These programs are only available in the USA: • Sign and Drive services: Services such as jump start, a few gallons of fuel or the replacement of a flat tire with the vehicle spare tire are obtainable,

• Remote Vehicle Diagnostics: This function permits the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher to download malfunction codes and actual vehicle data.

Notes: The indicator lamp in the Roadside Assistance button • remains illuminated in red for approx. 10 seconds during the system self-check after turning electronic key in starter switch to position 2 (together with the “SOS” button and the Information button ¡). See system self-check on page 210 when the indicator lamp does not light up in red or stays on longer than approximately 10 seconds. If the indicator lamp in the Roadside Assistance button • is illuminated continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an Roadside Assistance call (e.g. the relevant cellular phone network is not available). The message “ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE – CALL FAILED” appears in the multifunction display. Roadside Assistance calls can be terminated using the ì button on the multifunction steering wheel.

Information button ¡ Located below the center armrest cover is the Information button ¡. Pressing and holding the button (for longer than 2 seconds) will initiate a call to the Client Assistance Center. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message “INFO – CONNECTING CALL” will appear in the multifunction display. When the connection is established, the message “INFO – CALL CONNECTED” appears in the multifunction display. The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number, model, color and location (subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals). A voice connection between the Client Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. When a voice connection is established the audio system mutes and the message “TELE AID – INFO CALL ACTIVE” appears in the multifunction display. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning Tele Aid, please visit www.mbusa.com and use your ID and password, sent to you separately, to learn more (USA only).

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Notes: The indicator lamp in the Information button ¡ remains illuminated in red for approx. 10 seconds during the system self-check after turning electronic key in starter switch to position 2 (together with the “SOS” button and the Roadside Assistance button •). See system self-check on page 210 when the indicator lamp does not light up in red or stays on longer than approximately 10 seconds. If the indicator lamp in the Information button ¡ is illuminated continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an Information call (e.g. the relevant cellular phone network is not available). The message “info – CALL FAILED” appears in the multifunction display. Information calls can be terminated using the ì button on the multifunction steering wheel.

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Important! If the indicator lamps do not start flashing after pressing one of the buttons or remain illuminated (in red) at any time, the Tele Aid system has detected a fault or the service is not currently active, and may not initiate a call. Visit your Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possible.

Upgrade Signals Tele Aid system processes calls using the following priority. • Automatic emergency – First priority • Manual emergency – Second priority • Roadside assistance – Third priority • Information – Fourth priority Should a higher priority call be initiated while you are connected, an upgrade (alternating) tone will be heard, and the appropriate indicator lamp will flash. If certain information such as vehicle identification number or client information is not available, the operator may need to retransmit.

During this time you will hear a chirp and voice contact will be interrupted. Voice contact will resume once the retransmission is completed. Once a call is concluded, a chirp will be heard and the appropriate indicator lamp will stop flashing. The COMAND system operation will resume.

Important! If the indicator lamp continues to flash or the system does not reset, contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada), or Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) in the USA or Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 in Canada.

Notes: The indicator lamp in the respective button flashes until the call is concluded. Calls can only be terminated by a Response Center or Client Assistance Center representative except Roadside Assistance and Information calls, which can also be terminated by pressing ì button on the multifunction steering wheel. When a Tele Aid call has been initiated, the COMAND system audio is muted and the selected mode (radio, tape or CD) pauses. The optional cellular phone (if installed) switches off. If you must use this phone, the vehicle must be parked. Disconnect the coiled cord and place the call. The navigation system (if engaged) will continue to run. The display in the instrument cluster is available for use and spoken commands are only available by pressing the RPT button on the COMAND unit. A pop-up window will appear in the COMAND display to indicate that a Tele Aid call is in progress.

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Remote door unlock In the case you have your vehicle locked unintentionally (e.g. key inside vehicle), and the reserve key is not handy, contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). You will be asked to provide your password which you provided when you completed the subscriber agreement. Then return to your vehicle and press trunk lock for minimum of 20 seconds until the “SOS” button is flashing. The message “EMERGENCY CALL – CALL CONNECTED” appears in the multifunction display. As an alternative, you may unlock the vehicle via Internet using the ID and password sent to you shortly after the completion of your Acquaintance Call. The Response Center will then unlock your vehicle with the remote door unlocking feature.

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Notes: The remote door unlock feature is available if the relevant cellular phone network is available. The “SOS” button will flash and the message “EMERGENCY CALL – CALL CONNECTED” will appear in the multifunction display to indicate receipt of the door unlock command. Once the vehicle is unlocked, a Response Center specialist will attempt to establish voice contact with the vehicle occupants. If the trunk button was pressed for more than 20 seconds before door unlock authorization was received by the Response Center, you must wait 15 minutes before pressing the trunk button again.

Stolen vehicle tracking services In the event your vehicle was stolen, report the incident to the police who will issue a numbered incident report. Pass this number on to the Mercedes-Benz Response Center. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s Tele Aid system. Once the vehicle is located, the Response Center will contact the local Law Enforcement and you. The vehicle’s location will only be provided to Law Enforcement.

Info Services (optional, except Canada) Info Services categories include news, sports, stocks, weather and calendar reminders. Choices can be selected via www.mbusa.com or by calling 1-800-FOR- MERcedes. To request Info Services, press the SVC button on the COMAND system, then select “SEND NEW REQUEST FOR INFO SERVICE”. “NEW INFO SERVICE REQUEST TRANSMITTED” will appear in the COMAND display and call status messages will appear in the multifunction display.

Once information is available, the message “NEW INFO RECEIVED – READ LATER WHEN STOPPED?” will appear. Select “Yes”. With the vehicle stopped in a safe location press SVC, then select “View Info Service of mm.dd.yyyy hh.mm”. Messages will be retained for 30 minutes once the ignition is switched off.

Important! Tele Aid utilizes the cellular network for communication and the GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites for vehicle location. If either of these signals are unavailable, the Tele Aid system may not function and if this occurs, assistance must be summoned by other means.

Warning! If the indicator lamp in the “SOS” button does not illuminate during or remains illuminated after the system self-check or if the message “TELE AID – VISIT WORKSHOP” appears in the multifunction display, have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

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Warning! As with any vehicle, do not idle, park or operate this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire.

Catalytic converter Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with monolithic type catalytic converters, an important element in conjunction with the oxygen sensors to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condition by following our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet.

Caution! To prevent damage to the catalytic converters, use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle. Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly. Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel may reach the catalytic converter causing it to overheat, which could start a fire.

Emission control Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law. These systems, of course, will function properly only when maintained strictly according to factory specifications. Any adjustments on the engine should, therefore, be carried out only by qualified Mercedes- Benz Center authorized technicians. Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes-Benz servicing requirements. For details refer to the Service Booklet.

Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and lead to death. Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open.

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Starter switch

0 The electronic key can be withdrawn in this position

only. The electronic key can be removed only with the selector lever in position “P”. After removing the electronic key or with the electronic key in starter switch position 0 or 1 the selector lever is locked in position “P”.

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1 Most electrical consumers can be operated. For

detailed information see respective subjects.

2 Driving position.

Gear selector lever is unlocked.

3 Starting position. See page 227 for instructions on starting and turning off the engine. See page 44 for instructions on the simultaneous use of the electronic key and the KEYLESS-GO-function.

Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the starter switch, take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Important! If the electronic key is left in the starter switch position 0 for an extended period of time, it can no longer be turned in the lock. In this case, remove electronic key from starter switch and reinsert.

Caution! To prevent accelerated battery discharge and a possible dead battery, always remove the electronic key from the starter switch. Do not leave the electronic key in starter switch position 0.

Notes: A warning sounds when the driver’s door is opened with the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 0. With the engine at idle speed, the charging rate of the alternator (output) is limited. It is therefore recommended that you turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in stop- and-go traffic. This precaution helps to avoid draining of the battery. Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system may be minimized by turning off the following power consumers, for example: Heated seats, rear window defroster. In addition, the automatic climate air volume control should be set to the lowest position.

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Start-/Stop button (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO)

See page 227 for instructions on starting and turning off the engine. See page 44 for instructions on the simultaneous use of the electronic key and the KEYLESS-GO-function.

Warning! When leaving the vehicle always take the electronic key and the KEYLESS-GO-card with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury.

Pressing the start-/stop button (1) on the gear selector lever without depressing the brake pedal will sequentially activate the starter switch positions 1 (on) and 2 (operation) and 0 (off). The engine can be started with the starter switch in any position (on, operation or off), as long as the gear selector lever is in position “P” or “N” and the brake pedal depressed.

Important! For the KEYLESS-GO-system to function properly, the operator should observe the following: • If the KEYLESS-GO-card is positioned farther away from the vehicle (e.g. inside clothing or a briefcase), the vehicle cannot be locked (see page 40) or started with the start-/stop button (see page 227).

• If the KEYLESS-GO-card is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running, or by placing the card in front of the center armrest (see page 190), the message “CHIP-CARD – NOT RECOGNIZED!” will appear repeatedly while driving in the multifunction display, see page 38.

“On” position (starter switch position 1, see page 222). Most electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed information see respective subjects.

Operation/driving position (starter switch position 2, see page 222). All electrical consumers can be operated. Gear selector is unlocked.

“Off” position (electronic key removable from starter switch). Most electrical consumers cannot be operated. The selector lever is locked in position “P”.

Notes: For improved recognition of the KEYLESS-GO-card the doors should be closed when pressing the start-/stop button. The gear selector lever can only be moved with the vehicle battery charged and connected, and the starter switch in the Operation position. With the gear selector lever in position “P”, the brake pedal must also be depressed.

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• Do not forget, the engine can be started by anyone if

a KEYLESS-GO-card is left inside the vehicle.

• To be able to operate the vehicle in the case of a

malfunction in the KEYLESS-GO-system (e.g. strong radio frequency disturbance), we recommend that you carry the electronic key plus mechanical key with you and keep them in a safe place so that they are always handy. Never leave the electronic key in the vehicle.

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

Notes: With the engine at idle speed, the charging rate of the alternator (output) is limited. It is therefore recommended that you turn off unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in stop- and-go traffic. This precaution helps to avoid draining of the battery. Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system may be minimized by turning off the following power consumers, for example: Heated seats, rear window defroster. In addition, the automatic climate air volume control should be set to the lowest position.

Starting and turning off the engine

Before starting Ensure that parking brake is engaged and that selector lever is in position “P” or “N”.

Starting

Important! In areas where temperatures frequently drop below -4°F (-20°C) we recommend that an engine block heater be installed. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will advise you on this subject.

Starting the engine with electronic key: Do not depress accelerator. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 2. Briefly turn electronic key in starter switch clockwise to the stop and release. The starter will engage until the engine is running. If engine will not run, and the starting procedure stops, turn electronic key completely to the left and repeat starting the engine.

After several unsuccessful attempts, have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Important! Due to the installed starter non-repeat feature, the electronic key must be turned completely to the left before attempting to start the engine again.

Starting the engine with KEYLESS-GO:

Note: For improved recognition of the chip card the doors should be closed when pressing the start-/stop button. Depress brake pedal during the starting procedure. Briefly press start-/stop button on gear selector lever. The starter will engage until the engine is running. If engine will not run, and the starting procedure stops, press start-/stop button on gear selector lever and repeat starting the engine. After several unsuccessful attempts, have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Note: The engine can only be turned off with selector lever in position “P”. If attempting to turn off the engine while the selector lever is in any other position than “P” a signal sounds and the message “SELECTOR LEVER TO P” appears in the multifunction display as a reminder to move the selector to position “P”.

Turning off

Turning off the engine with electronic key: Put the selector lever in position “P” and turn the electronic key in the starter switch to position 0 to stop the engine. The electronic key can only be removed with the selector lever in position “P”.

Turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO: Stop the vehicle and put the selector lever in position “P”. Press start-/stop button on the selector lever until the engine stops. With the driver’s door closed the starter switch is set to the “On” position (starter switch position 1). With the driver’s door opened the starter switch is set to the “Off” position (starter switch position 0, same as electronic key removed from starter switch).

Automatic transmission

The automatic transmission selects individual gears automatically, dependent upon • Selector lever position, see page 232
• Program mode selector, see page 236
• Accelerator position • Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is continuously adapted, dependent on the driving style, the driving situation and the road characteristics.

Important! When parking the vehicle or before working on the vehicle with the engine running, firmly depress the parking brake pedal and shift the selector lever into “P”.

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