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multifunction display For setting clock, see separate COMAND operator’s manual.

6 “TEXT” – sets the language used in the

multifunction display

7 Returning the setting menu “INSTRUMENT

CLUSTER” to the factory setting.

8 Acknowledgment Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the individual setting preliminary display (1) appears. Press the j or k button until the setting menu “SETTINGS” (2) is displayed.

Press button æ or ç until the menu “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” is selected by the selection marker (3). Press the j or k button until the required display (4 to 6) is displayed. Pressing the æ or ç button controls the selection marker. The settings made are stored and applied immediately. The individual setting preliminary display (1) will appear again after you have run through all the setting menus. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

To return menu “INSTRUMENT CLUSTER” (4 to 6) to its factory setting: • Call up menu (4 to 6). • Press the J button in the instrument cluster for

approximately 3 seconds. Display (7) will appear.

• Press the J button once more. The menu

“INSTR. CLUSTER” is reset to factory settings, acknowledged by display (8). The individual setting display “SETTINGS” (2) will appear if you do not press the J button within about 5 seconds. The setting menus will not be reset.

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“LIGHTING”

1 Preliminary display of the individual settings 2 “SETTINGS” – the menu “LIGHTING” can be called

up in this option menu.

3 Selection marker

Pressing button æ or ç on the multifunction steering wheel controls the selection marker.

4 “LIGHT CIRCUIT HEADLAMP MODE”1, see

page 157.

5 “LOCATOR LIGHTING”, see page 159. 6 “HEADLAMPS DELAYED SWITCH-OFF”, see “Night

security illumination” on page 158.

7 “INT. ILLUMINATION DELAYED SWITCH-OFF”, see

“Interior lighting” on page 184.

8 Returning the setting menu “LIGHTING” to the

factory setting.

9 Acknowledgment

1 Except Canada

Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the individual setting preliminary display (1) appears. Press the j or k button until the setting menu “SETTINGS” (2) is displayed.

Press button æ or ç until the menu “LIGHTING” is selected by the selection marker (3). Press the j or k button until the required display (4 to 7) is displayed. Pressing the æ or ç button controls the selection marker. The settings made are stored and applied immediately. The individual setting preliminary display (1) will appear again after you have run through all the setting menus. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

To return menu “LIGHTING” (4 to 7) to its factory setting: • Call up menu (4 to 7). • Press the J button in the instrument cluster for

approximately 3 seconds. Display (8) will appear.

• Press the J button once more. The menu

“LIGHTING” is reset to factory settings, acknowledged by display (9). The individual setting display “SETTINGS” (2) will appear if you do not press the J button within about 5 seconds. The setting menus will not be reset.

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“VEHICLE” (audio and central locking system)

1 Preliminary display of the individual settings 2 “SETTINGS” – the menu “VEHICLE” can be called

up in this option menu.

3 Selection marker

Pressing button æ or ç on the multifunction steering wheel controls the selection marker.

4 “STATION SEARCH USING”

– radio adjustment “FREQUENCY”: use the j or k button to select a frequency. – radio adjustment “MEMORY”: use the j or k button to select a stored station (preset memory).

5 “AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK”, see automatic central

locking on page 52.

6 Returning the setting menu “VEHICLE” to the

factory setting.

7 Acknowledgment

Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the individual setting preliminary display (1) appears. Press the j or k button until the setting menu “SETTINGS” (2) is displayed.

Press button æ or ç until the menu “VEHICLE” is selected by the selection marker (3). Press the j or k button until the required display (4 or 5) is displayed. Pressing the æ or ç button controls the selection marker. The settings made are stored and applied immediately. The individual setting preliminary display (1) will appear again after you have run through all the setting menus. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

To return menu “VEHICLE” (4 and 5) to its factory setting: • Call up menu (4 or 5). • Press the J button in the instrument cluster for

approximately 3 seconds. Display (6) will appear.

• Press the J button once more. The menu

“VEHICLE” is reset to factory settings, acknowledged by display (7). The individual setting display “SETTINGS” (2) will appear if you do not press the J button within about 5 seconds. The setting menus will not be reset.

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Setting the audio volume You can only adjust the volume of the system currently in use. The volume setting for each system (audio, telephone, navigation and voice recognition system) is stored separately.

Setting button: æ increases the volume. ç reduces the volume.

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The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is directly related to the operating conditions of the vehicle. The symbol 9 or ½ appears together with a message in the multifunction indicator prior to the next suggested service. Depending on operating conditions throughout the year, the next service is calculated and displayed in days or distance remaining.

The message is displayed for approx. 10 seconds when turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2, or while driving when reaching the service warning threshold. The symbols and messages indicate the type of service to be performed: 9 Service A ½ Service B One of the following messages will appear in the display (e.g. Service A): “SERVICE A – IN xx DAYS” “SERVICE A – IN xx MILES” (Canada: KM) “SERVICE A – EXCEEDED BY xx DAYS” “SERVICE A – EXCEEDED BY xx MILES” (Canada: KM) “SERVICE A – PERFORM SERVICE”

The next service due date is displayed either in days or in miles, depending on your driving style. Once the suggested service term has passed, the symbol and message appear for approx. 30 seconds and a signal sounds every time when turning the electronic key in starter switch to position 2.

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The service indicator disappears automatically after 30 seconds or if button J on the instrument cluster is pressed. Calling up service indicator manually: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1. Call up the trip odometer and main odometer by pressing button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears. See page 124. Press button j or k until the FSS indicator appears. The next or previous system is displayed by pressing button è or ÿ.

Important! The FSS indicator is not an engine oil level indicator. See page 154 for engine oil level indicator.

Note: When disconnecting vehicle battery for one or more days at a time, such days will not be counted. Any such days not counted by the FSS can be added by your Mercedes-Benz Center. The interval between services is determined by the type of driving for which the vehicle is used. For example, driving at extreme speeds, and cold starts combined with short distance driving in which the engine does not reach operating normal temperature, reduce the interval between services.

Following a completed A or B service the Mercedes-Benz Center sets the counter mileage to 10 000 miles (Canada: 15 000 km) and 365 days. The counter can also be set by any individual. To do so: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1. To call up the trip odometer and main odometer, press button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears. See page 124. Press button j or k until the FSS indicator appears. Press button J on the instrument cluster for approximately 2 seconds.

The multifunction display will show the question: “DO YOU WANT TO RESET SERVICE INTERVAL? – CONFIRM BY PRESSING R” Press button J on the instrument cluster again to reset the service indicator. The new service indicator is displayed with the reset distance of 10 000 miles (Canada 15 000 km). If the FSS counter was inadvertently reset, have a Mercedes-Benz Center correct it. However you choose to set your reference numbers, the scheduled services as posted in the Service Booklet must be followed to properly care for your vehicle.

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Tire inflation pressure monitor The tire inflation pressure, as selected by the driver, is monitored in all four wheels on the ground. A warning is issued to the driver in the case of a decrease in the inflation pressure in one or more of the tires.

Warning! The tire inflation pressure monitor does not indicate a warning for wrongly selected inflation pressures. Always adjust tire inflation pressure according to the label affixed on the fuel filler flap. See page 345 for tire inflation pressure. The tire inflation pressure monitor is not able to issue a warning due to a sudden loss of pressure (e.g. tire puncture caused by a foreign object). In this case bring vehicle to a halt by carefully applying the service brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers.

Inquiry of present tire inflation pressure

Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Press è or ÿ button on the multifunction steering wheel until the display for trip and main odometer appears, see page 124. Press the j or k button repeatedly until the tire inflation pressure monitor is displayed. The present tire inflation pressure for each wheel is displayed in multifunction display.

Notes: Following a tire inflation pressure reactivation process the real tire inflation pressures are displayed only after a few minutes travel time. Possible differences between readings of a tire pressure gauge of an air hose, e.g. gas station equipment, and the vehicle’s multifunction display can occur. The vehicle’s multifunction display of the tire inflation pressure monitor is a more precise reading.

Activation of tire inflation pressure monitor Activation of tire inflation pressure monitor is necessary if tire inflation pressure is being changed, wheels or tires are replaced, or new wheels are installed on the vehicle. Tire inflation pressure should be checked and corrected according to the label affixed inside the fuel filler flap. For a detailed description, refer to page 345. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 2 (the engine must not be running).

Notes: When checking the tire inflation pressure of the road wheels, also check the spare tire. The tire inflation pressure of the spare wheel, mounted or not mounted, is not monitored by the tire inflation pressure monitor. See page 335 for location of the spare wheel, and page 345 for tire inflation pressure.

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Press and hold button J on the instrument cluster again until the message “TIRE PRESS. CONTROL – ACTIVATED!” appears. The tire inflation pressure monitor is now activated and monitors the presently selected tire pressure for all four wheels on the ground. Repeat above steps if the multifunction display shows the message “TIRE PRESS. CONTROL – REACTIVATE!”. A multifunction display showing the message “TIRE PRESSURE – CHECK TIRES!” indicates a much too low tire inflation pressure. Check and correct tire inflation pressure again on all wheels, and repeat the tire inflation pressure monitor activation steps listed above.

Press è or ÿ button on the multifunction steering wheel until the display for trip and main odometer appears, see page 124. Press the j or k button repeatedly until the tire inflation pressure monitor appears. Press and hold button J on the instrument cluster until the message “MONITOR CURRENT TIRE PRESSURES?” appears. Release button J.

Notes: To ensure proper functioning of the tire inflation pressure monitor, the tire inflation pressure should be checked and corrected according to the label affixed inside the fuel filler flap. For a detailed description, refer to page 345. The message “TIRE PRESS. CONTROL – REACTIVATE” appears if the tire inflation pressure shows an increase of 4.4 psi (0.3 bar) or more. Reactivate the tire inflation pressure monitor. The tire inflation pressure monitor only functions on wheels equipped with the proper electronic sensors. Inquire at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about retrofitting other than original Mercedes-Benz wheels with electronic sensors.

Transporting a deflated road wheel in the vehicle, e.g. after having a flat, the tire inflation pressure monitor should only be activated once the flat tire and rim are removed from the vehicle. Otherwise the monitor displays the message “TIRE PRESS. CONTROL – CURRENTLY INACTIVE”. To prevent possible damage to the electronic sensors, have tire changes only performed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For malfunction and warning messages, see page 312.

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Engine oil level indicator

To check the engine oil level, park vehicle on level ground, with engine at normal operational temperature. Check oil level approximately 5 minutes after stopping the engine, allowing for the oil to return to the oil pan. The message “PERF. SERV. ON TIME” (perform service [engine oil level check] on time) will be displayed if the required waiting period has not been observed after stopping the engine: • with engine at operational temperature approx.

5 minutes.

• with engine not at operational temperature up to

approx. 30 minutes.

The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short time. Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 2. To call up the trip odometer and main odometer, press button è or ÿ on the multifunction steering wheel until the display appears. See page 124. Press button j or k on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the “WHEN MEASURING – CAR MUST BE LEVEL” engine oil level indicator appears. This indicator is only a reminder. Measurement can be cancelled by pressing button j or k if the vehicle is not parked on level ground. An incorrect reading will be recorded if you do not cancel the measurement. Move the vehicle to level ground and measure again. The electronic key in starter switch is not in position 2 if the “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – SWITCH ON IGNITION” message appears. The “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – MEASURING NOW” message is displayed after approximately 3 seconds.

One of the following messages will subsequently appear on the indicator: “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – O.K.” No oil needs to be added. “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – ADD 1.0 QUART” (Canada: 1.0 L) “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – ADD 1.5 QUART” (Canada: 1.5 L) “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – ADD 2.0 QUART” (Canada: 2.0 L) See “Checking engine oil level”, on page 331 for instructions on adding engine oil. “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – REDUCE OIL LEVEL” Do not overfill the engine. Excessive oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The “MEASURING NOT POSSIBLE” message will be displayed if a proper oil level check cannot be performed. The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short while.

CL 500 and CL 55 AMG only: Perform the engine oil level check with the dipstick, if it cannot be completed via the multifunction display. See “Checking engine oil level”, page 331. In this case we recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes-Benz Center.

Notes: See malfunction and warning messages on page 297 and page 314 if an engine oil level indicator appears on the multifunction display when the engine is running. The engine oil level cannot be checked while the engine is running. The “ENGINE OIL LEVEL – NOT WHEN ENGINE ON” message will appear.

Engine oil consumption Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the break-in period. During the break-in period, higher oil consumption may be noticed and is normal. Frequent driving at high engine speeds results in increased consumption.

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M Off U Automatic headlamp mode, see below. C Parking lamps (also side marker lamps, taillamps,

licence plate lamps, instrument panel lamps) Canada only: When the engine is running, the low beam is additionally switched on.

B Parking lamps plus low beam or high beam

headlamps (combination switch pushed forward).

ˆ Standing lamps, right (turn left one stop) ‚ Standing lamps, left (turn left two stops) ‡ Front fog lamps (pull out one stop) with parking

lamps and/or low beam headlamps on. Green indicator in lamp switch comes on.

† Rear fog lamp (pull out to second detent) in

addition to the front fog lamps. Yellow indicator in lamp switch comes on.

Note: With the electronic key removed and the driver’s door open, a warning sounds if the vehicle’s exterior lamps (except standing lamps) are not switched off. Fog lamps will operate with the parking lamps and/or the low beam headlamps on. Fog lamps should only be used in conjunction with low beam headlamps. Consult your State or Province Motor Vehicle Regulations regarding allowable lamp operation. Fog lamps are automatically switched off when the exterior lamp switch is turned to position M or U.

Headlamp mode (HEADLAMPS) (USA only) The headlamps can be switched on and off manually or automatically, or switched to daytime running lamp mode.

Manual operation: The low beam headlamps, parking lamps and license plate lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch. For exterior lamp switch, see above.

Warning! The driver is responsible for the operation of the vehicle’s lights at all times. The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid to the driver. Switch on the vehicle lights by hand when driving or traffic conditions require you to do so.

Automatic operation: With electronic key in starter switch in position 1 turn exterior lamp switch to position U. The parking lamps switch on and off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light.

With the engine running and exterior lamp switch in position U: The low beam headlamps, parking lamps and license plate lamps are switched on and off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light. The low beam headlamps, parking lamps and license plate lamps can still be switched on and off manually using the exterior lamp switch.

Note: The headlamps will not be automatically switched on under foggy conditions.

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Daytime running lamp mode Turn exterior lamp switch to position M. When the engine is running, the low beam headlamps (includes parking lamps and license plate lamps) are automatically switched on. Canada only: When shifting from a driving position to position “N” or “P”, the low beam switches off (3 minutes delay). For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch should be turned to position B to permit activation of the high beam headlamps. USA only: The high beam headlamps can also be activated when driving with the daytime running lamp mode activated and exterior lamp switch in position M. See page 156 for notes on the exterior lamp switch. To activate the daytime running lamp mode, see “Individual settings” – “LIGHTING” on page 142.

Night security illumination When turning off the engine, the exterior lamps switch on for added illumination, if they were previously switched on (except in daytime running mode). After the last door has been closed the lamp-on time period commences. The lamp-on time period for night security illumination can be set at several different timed levels from 0 (off) to 60 seconds.

Notes: Within 10 minutes after closing the last door the night security illumination can be reactivated by opening a door. See “Individual settings” – “LIGHTING” on page 142 for instructions on how to activate the function.

Deactivating night security illumination temporarily: Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 0 then to position 2 and back to position 0 again before getting out of the vehicle. The night security illumination will not be activated when the door is opened.

Locator lighting After unlocking the vehicle with the electronic main key during darkness, the fog lamps, parking lamps, taillamps and license plate lamps switch on for a approx. 40 seconds. The exterior lamps will be switched off when opening the driver’s door. See “Individual settings” – “LIGHTING” on page 142 for instructions on how to activate the function.

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Turn the electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. The headlamps will be cleaned with a high-pressure water jet when you press the headlamp washer button (1). See page 334 for instructions on filling up the windshield/headlamp washer reservoir.

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1 Low beam

(exterior lamp switch position B)

2 High beam

(exterior lamp switch position B)

3 High beam flasher (high beam available

independent of exterior lamp switch position)

4 Turn signals, right 5 Turn signals, left

To signal minor directional changes, such as changing lanes on a highway, move combination switch briefly to the point of resistance only and release. The turn signals blink three times. To operate the turn signals continuously, move the combination switch past the point of resistance (up or down). The switch is automatically canceled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree.

Turn signal failure If one of the turn signals fails, the turn signal indicator system flashes and sounds at a faster than normal rate.

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6 Press switch briefly:

Single wipe without washer fluid (select only if windshield is wet). Push switch past resistance point: Windshield washer system, windshield wipers. See page 334 for instructions on filling the windshield/headlamp washer reservoir.

7 Windshield wipers

0 Off

Intermittent wiping One initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor monitoring the wetness of the windshield. This will not occur with a front door open. Notes: With switch in this position, one wipe occurs when turning the electronic key in starter switch from position 0. This will not occur with a front door open. Do not leave in intermittent setting when vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Wipers will operate in presence of water spray at windshield, and wipers may be damaged as a result.

II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed

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Blocked windshield wipers If the windshield wipers become blocked (for example, due to snow), switch off the wipers. For safety reasons before removing ice or snow, remove electronic key from starter switch. Remove blockage. Activate combination switch again (electronic key in starter switch position 1).

Windshield wipers smear If the windshield wipers smear the windshield, even during rain, activate the washer system as often as necessary. The fluid in the washer reservoir should be mixed in the correct ratio. See page 334 for instructions on filling up the windshield/headlamp washer reservoir.

Emergency operation of windshield wipers In case of windshield wiper malfunction in switch positions I or III, turn combination switch to wiper setting II. Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing: MB windshield washer concentrate “S” and water. 1 part “S” to 100 parts water (40 ml “S” to 1 gallon water). For temperature below freezing: MB windshield washer concentrate “S” and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze. 1 part “S” to 100 parts solvent (40 ml “S” to 1 gallon solvent).

Hazard warning flasher switch

Note: With the hazard warning flasher activated, the combination switch in position for either left or right turn, and the electronic key in starter switch position 1 or 2, only the respective left or right side turn signals will operate.

The hazard warning flasher can be activated either manually via the switch located in the dashboard, or it is activated automatically at the time an airbag is deployed. To activate hazard warning flasher, press switch once. To deactivate, press switch again. If hazard warning flasher was activated automatically, press switch twice to deactivate.

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1 Center air outlet, left, adjustable 2 Fixed air outlet, left 3 Air volume control for left center air outlet

To open: Turn the thumbwheel upward. ■: ■■: The left center and fixed air outlets are

The left center air outlet is fully open.

opened.

4 Air temperature control for center air outlets

To lower temperature: Turn thumbwheel towards the blue marking. Automatic mode: Turn thumbwheel to position A. The indicator lamp above the thumbwheel will illuminate. The airflow and temperature for the center air outlets are regulated automatically. 5 Air volume control for right center air outlet.

To open: Turn the thumbwheel upward ■: ■■: The right center and fixed air outlets are

The right center air outlet is fully open.

opened.

6 Center air outlet, right, adjustable 7 Fixed air outlet, right 8 Side defroster outlet, left and right, fixed 9 Side air outlet, left and right, adjustable 10 Air volume control for side air outlets To open: Turn thumbwheel outwards ■: ■■: The side and door air outlets are opened.

The side air outlet is fully opened.

11 Door air outlet, left and right 12 Display and controls

Note: We recommend that the sliders for the air outlets (1, 6, 9) be clicked to the automatic position to provide practically draft free ventilation.

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1 Defrosting 2 Rear window defroster, see page 176
3 Residual engine heat utilization, see page 174
4 Automatic climate control on/off 5 Air distribution, right (automatic, manual operation) 6 Economy mode, see page 173
7 Temperature control, right

8 Air volume (automatic, manual) 9 Display

Depending on the ambient light conditions, the figures on the display will be shown as dark figures on a bright background (in daylight), or as bright figures on a dark background (at night).

10 Temperature control, left 11 Air recirculation, see page 171
12 Air distribution, left (automatic, manual operation) 13 Activated charcoal filter

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.

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 173.

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 175 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.

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Basic setting – automatic mode

There are three basic settings for the automatic mode: • Automatic air volume control • Automatic air outlet control, left and right • Automatic air outlet control, center, see page 165

We recommend these settings to be used all year round.

Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically.

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

Automatic airflow regulation:

Press the A on the air volume switch. The display shows “AUTO”.

Automatic air distribution:

Press on both U knobs until they click in. 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.

Special settings (use only for short duration)

Air volume, manual

Press the air volume switch up or down. Seven blower speeds can be selected.

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Air distribution, manual: Press U button. The button pops out, the h, j and k symbols are visible. Turn the button to select the air distribution desired. h Air from the center, side and door air outlets. j Air from the center, side, door and windshield air

outlets.

k Air from the center, side, door and footwell air

outlets.

To return to automatic mode: Press the U button until it clicks in. The h, j and k symbols will no longer be visible.

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Press the P button. The display shows P. 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.

Windows fogged 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. Adjust left and right air outlets upwards. Set blower to the maximum blower speed. Increase temperature setting. Open the side air outlets and direct them onto the side windows.

Windshield fogged on the outside Switch on the windshield wiper. Press on both U buttons until they click in. The h, j and k symbols will no longer be visible.

Air recirculation Select air recirculation: The indicator lamp in the O button is off. Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button illuminates. To switch off the air recirculation: The indicator lamp in the O button is on. Press button O briefly. The indicator lamp in the button will go out.

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.

Important! If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch from recirculated air back to fresh air.

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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 e 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.

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.

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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 display shows “REST”. 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.

Note: The battery symbol # will appear in the automatic climate control display some time before the residual engine heat utilization is switched off if the battery voltage drops.

Switching the automatic climate control on and off

To switch off: Press button 0. The display shows “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 on: Press button 0 or P or at least one of the U buttons so that it pops out and then click it back in.

Front center console storage compartment ventilation The front center console compartment has its own air outlet. To open: Slide the lever up. To close: Slide the lever down. 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.

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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.

Notes: 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.

1 Center air outlet, left 2 Center air outlet, right 3 Air volume control for center air outlets

To open: Turn the wheel to the left.

Rear passenger compartment adjustable air outlets

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Power windows

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

1 left, front 2 right, front 3 left, rear 4 right, rear 5 Switch for rear door window override

Control panel on rear center console. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1 or 2. Opening the side windows: Press k on the switch to resistance point. Closing the side windows: Press j on the switch to resistance point. Release switch when window is in desired position.

Express opening and closing of windows Press k or j on the switch past resistance point and release – window opens or closes completely. To interrupt procedure, briefly press j or k. 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 pressing and holding the switch j 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.

Notes: The power windows can also be opened and closed using the summer opening/convenience feature, see page 45. When opening a door window, the rear side window opens slightly. The rear side window will close again when the closing procedure of the door window is completed.

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 door window is being closed by pressing the switch to its resistance point and holding it there, or when using the electronic main key. The closing procedure of door windows can be immediately reversed by either pressing the switch or pressing button Πon the electronic main key and holding it, or (vehicle with KEYLESS-GO) when carrying the KEYLESS-GO-card, pull and hold a door handle. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from starter switch, take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you, 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 side window operation If no operation of the rear side windows by switch (for instance by children) is desired, slide override switch (5) to the right; the N symbol becomes visible. Operation of the rear side windows with the switches located in the driver’s door is still possible.

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, press j side of power window switch until the window is completely closed and hold down for approximately 1 second. Repeat procedure for each window. The automatic full opening and closing procedure of the windows should now be restored.

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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, take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you, 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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Express opening and closing of sliding/pop-up roof To select a sunroof opening position, press the switch to resistance point and release it when the sunroof has reached the required position. The sliding/pop-up roof now opens to the position set if the switch is pressed past resistance point in the “open” direction. If you wish to change the opening position of the sunroof, move the switch to resistance point in the direction you require. 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 sunroof will stop and reopen slightly.

Note: Opening the sliding/pop-up roof automatically almost fully (less approximately 1 inch [3 cm]), the sunroof must have been opened first by pressing the switch to resistance point and releasing it when the sunroof has reached an almost fully open position.

Warning! When closing the sliding/pop-up roof, 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 the sliding/pop-up roof is being closed by moving the switch to its resistance point and holding it there, or when using the electronic main key or the lock button at each door handle (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO). The closing procedure of the sliding/pop-up roof can be immediately reversed by either moving the switch in any direction, or pressing button Πon the electronic main key and holding it; or (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO) when carrying the KEYLESS- GO-card, pull and hold a door handle. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from starter switch and take the KEYLESS-GO-card (if so equipped) with you, 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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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 45. 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 369.

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. • Move 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.

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1 Left front reading lamp

Press the button to switch the left reading lamp (7) on or off. The left reading lamp in the interior rear view mirror will be switched on or off.

2 Rear interior lights

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

3 Right front reading lamp

Press the button to switch the right reading lamp (8) on or off. The right reading lamp in the rear view mirror will be switched on or off.

4 Door contact switch:

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

5 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 (soft fade) delay when the electronic key is in starter switch position 2.

Note: The time delay for the interior light to switch off after the electronic key is removed from the starter switch can be adjusted in “Individual settings” – “LIGHTING”, see page 142.