2000 Mercedes-benz CLK Class Cabriolet Owners Manual

The radio must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until display (2) appears. Press button j or k repeatedly until the required station or frequency is displayed. Use the j of k button to select a stored station or station frequency. This depends on the selection made in the “STATION SEARCH USING” setting menu. See page 104 . Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

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CD player (optional)

1 Audio system is switched off. 2 The CD player is switched on. 3 The number of the CD currently playing is displayed

if you are using a CD changer.

4 Track number.

The radio must be switched on. The CD player must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until display (2) appears. Press the j or k button repeatedly until the required track number (4) is displayed. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

Note: To select a CD from the magazine, press a number on the audio system or the (optional) COMAND system key pad located in the center dashboard.

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Cassette player

1 Audio system is switched off. 2 The cassette player is switched on. 3 Side being played.

The radio must be switched on. The cassette player must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until display (2) appears. Pressing the j button fast forwards on to the next track. Pressing the k button rewinds the cassette to the beginning of the current track. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

Note: To select the reverse side of the tape, press button below track number on the audio system display, or enter request on the (optional) COMAND system located in the center dashboard.

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Telephone Telephone book

1 The telephone is switched off. 2 The vehicle is currently outside the transmitter or

receiver range.

3 The telephone is ready for use. 4 Name selected from the telephone book. 5 Number for the name selected. Dialing commences. 6 Dialing is completed. The name is displayed. The

display remains for the duration of the call.

7 Memory location number.

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The telephone must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the display (3) appears. Refer to the separate telephone instruction manual. Pressing j or k “browses” alphabetically forwards or backwards through the telephone book, providing it was previously downloaded. See telephone operator’s manual for details concerning downloading. Pressing button j or k for longer than a second “browses” rapidly through the telephone book. The name selected appears in the display.

Note: Press the ì button if you do not wish to make a call. The procedure is cancelled and display (3) appears.

Press the í button when the name you require appears in the display (4). The telephone number (5) is dialed. The name will be displayed when dialing is completed. Display (6) remains for the duration of the call. Pressing the ì button hangs up and display (3) appears. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

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Redialing

1 The telephone is ready for use. 2 Number or name stored in the redial memory. 3 Number in the redial memory – redialing has

commenced.

4 Dialing is completed and the name stored in the

telephone book is displayed or the number dialed will remain displayed if no name has been stored. The display remains for the duration of the call.

5 Memory location numbers — the 10 most recently

dialed numbers are stored. L0, most recently dialed number, L1 to L9, previously dialed numbers.

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The telephone must be switched on. Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the display (1) appears. Pressing the í button activates the redial memory and the most recently dialed number is displayed. Pressing the j or k button “browses” forwards or backwards through the redial memory. The number selected appears in the display.

Note: Press the ì button if you do not wish to make a call. The procedure is cancelled and display (1) appears.

Press the í button when the required number or name appears in the display (2). The telephone number (3) is dialed. Once dialing is completed the name (4) is displayed if the name is stored in the telephone book; failing that the number dialed will remain displayed. The display remains for the duration of the call. Pressing the ì button hangs up and display (1) appears. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

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Incoming call

1 “CALL” — you are being called

Press the í button to answer the call. Press the ì button to hang up or if you do not wish to answer the incoming call.

The telephone must be switched on.

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Navigation system (optional)

1 The navigation system is switched off. 2 The navigation system is switched on but no

destination has been specified.

3 The navigation system is switched on and

destination guidance is active.

Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the required system is displayed. See the separate COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data System) operator’s manual for notes on the navigation system. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

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Trip computer

1 “AFTER START” – trip odometer records distance

from first engine start after more than five hours of electronic key not being in steering lock position 2
2 “AFTER RESET” – trip odometer records distance

from first engine start until reset

3 Estimated driving range remaining and fuel tank

contents

4 Distance covered “AFTER START” respectively

“AFTER RESET”

5 Elapsed time “AFTER START” respectively

“AFTER RESET”

6 Average speed “AFTER START” respectively

“AFTER RESET”

7 Average fuel consumption “AFTER START”

respectively “AFTER RESET”

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Press the button è or ÿ repeatedly until the display (1) appears. Press the j or k button until the display for trip odometer memory “AFTER START” (1) and “AFTER RESET” (2), or the display (3) for estimated driving range remaining and fuel tank contents appears. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

Note: The “AFTER START” display (1) always appears when the trip computer is called up.

To reset the “AFTER START” (1) or “AFTER RESET” (2) odometer memory at any time: Call up the relevant display (1 or 2) using the j or k button and press the J button in the instrument cluster until the values are reset to “0”. The “AFTER START” trip odometer reading is automatically reset after four hours of electronic key not being in steering lock position 2.

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Malfunction message memory

1 There are no messages stored in the system 2 Number of messages stored in the system

Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the malfunction message memory (1 or 2) is displayed. Press the j or k button if display (2) appears. The stored malfunction messages will now be displayed in order. See page 222 for malfunction and warning messages. Display (2) will reappear after you have scanned all the malfunction messages.

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Important! Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and displayed to a low level of detail. The malfunction and warning messages are simply a reminder with respect to the operation of certain systems and do not replace the driver’s responsibility to maintain the vehicle’s operating safety by having all required maintenance and safety checks performed on the vehicle and by bringing the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages. See page 216.

Should any malfunctions be stored while driving, they will reappear in the display (2) when the electronic key is in steering lock position 0 or removed from the steering lock. Specific malfunctions can be recalled by pressing button J. Each malfunction or warning message must be acknowledged by pressing button J. Once all messages are cancelled, the odometer display should reappear. Pressing the J button in the instrument cluster immediately switches to the next malfunction message. The malfunction message memory will be cleared when the electronic key is turned in the steering lock to position 1 or 2. Should any subsequent malfunctions occur, they will be displayed in the malfunction message memory. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

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Individual settings

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1 Preliminary display of the individual settings 2 “SET TIME HOURS”

(Only vehicles without COMAND)

3 “SET TIME MINUTES”

(Only vehicles without COMAND)

4 “12/24 HOURS” – the unit set is displayed in the

instrument cluster (Only vehicles without COMAND)

5 “TEMP. INDICATOR” – the unit set is displayed in the outside temperature display in the instrument cluster and in the automatic air conditioner display “TEXT” – sets the language used in the multifunction display

“STATION SEARCH USING” – radio adjustment “FREQUENCY” – use the j or k button to select a frequency “MEMORY” – use the j or k button to select a stored station (preset memory) See page 106 for instructions on returning the setting menus to the factory settings Selection marker – indicates the setting selected

Notes: These settings may only be performed with the vehicle at standstill and with the key in steering lock position 1 or 2.

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Press the è or ÿ button repeatedly until the individual setting preliminary display (1) appear. Press the j or k button until the required setting menu (2 to 8) is displayed. Pressing the æ or ç button sets the time in setting menus (2, 3) and controls the selection marker in setting menus (4 to 8). 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.

Notes: Settings can only be selected with the vehicle stationary or moving slowly. The individual setting preliminary display (1) will appear if you speed up. The setting menu previously called up will reappear when the vehicle stops or slows down, providing no other system has been called up in the meantime.

To return setting menus (4 to 8) to their factory settings: • Call up the individual setting preliminary

display (1).

• Press the J button in the instrument cluster for approximately 3 seconds. Display (9) will appear.

• Press the J button once more, the message

“RESET TO FACTORY SETTINGS” appears in the display. The individual setting preliminary display (1) will appear if you do not press the J button within about 5 seconds. The setting menus will not be reset.

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.

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The message is displayed for approx. 10 seconds when turning the electronic key in steering lock 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) “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 steering lock 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 steering lock 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 90. Press button j or k until the FSS indicator appears. Pressing the è or ÿ button displays the next or previous system.

Notes: 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.

Important! The FSS indicator is not an engine oil level indicator. See page 110

for engine oil level indicator.

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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 steering lock 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 90. 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, and hold until a signal sounds. The message “SERVICE INTERVAL HAS BEEN RESET” appears in the multifunction display. 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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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.

Turn the electronic key in steering lock 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 90. Press button j or k on the multifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the “MEASUREMENT CORRECT – ONLY IF VEH. 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 steering lock 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.

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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 page 246 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 message “PERF. SERV. ON TIME” (perform service [engine oil level check] on time) will be displayed if a proper oil level check cannot be performed. The engine oil level check can be repeated after a short time.

Perform the engine oil level check with the dipstick, if it cannot be completed via the multifunction display. See page 246
In this case we recommend that you have the system checked at a Mercedes-Benz Center.

Note: See malfunction and warning messages on page 222
and page 232 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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Exterior lamp switch

D Off C Parking lamps (also side marker lamps, taillamps,

license 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 lamp in lamp switch comes on.

„ Rear fog lamp (pull out to 2nd detent) in addition to fog lamps. Yellow indicator lamp in lamp switch comes on.

Standing lamps When the vehicle is parked on the street the standing lamps (right or left side parking lamps) can be turned on, making the vehicle more visible to passing vehicles. The standing lamps cannot be operated with the electronic key in steering lock position 2.

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Notes: With the electronic key removed and the driver’s door open, a warning sounds and the message “SWITCH OFF LIGHTS” in the multifunction indicator appears 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 D.

Daytime running lamps (Canada only) When the engine is running and the selector lever is in a driving position, the low beam headlamps (includes parking lamps, side marker lamps, taillamps and license plate lamps) are automatically switched on. When shifting from a driving position to position “N” or “P”, the low beam switches off (2 seconds delay). For nighttime driving the exterior lamp switch should be turned to position B to permit activation of the high beam headlamps.

Night security illumination When exiting the vehicle after driving with the exterior lamps on, they switch on again for added illumination for approximately 30 seconds after closing the last door. The lamp-on time period can be changed at your Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Headlamp cleaning system (optional)

The switch is located in the center console. The headlamp washer can be activated with the electronic key in steering lock position 2. Briefly press symbol side of switch.

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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 to the point of resistance only and hold it there. 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 Control for windshield wiper/washer system:

Push briefly for single wipe without adding washer fluid (use only when windshield is wet). Push past detent and hold to activate wiper and washer.

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0 Wiper off

Intermittent wiping (optional rain sensor: One initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor monitoring the wetness of the windshield.) Notes: With switch in this position, one wipe occurs when turning the electronic main key in steering lock from position 0. Optional rain sensor: Do not leave in intermittent setting when vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Wiper will operate in presence of water spray at windshield, and wiper may be damaged as a result.

II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed

Notes: The windshield washer reservoir, hoses and nozzles are automatically heated.

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Windshield wiper smears If the windshield wiper smears 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 259.

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

The hazard warning flasher can be activated with the switch located in the dashboard. To activate hazard warning flasher, press switch once. To deactivate, press switch again. Note: With the hazard warning flasher activated, the combination switch in position for either left or right turn, and the electronic main key in steering lock position 2, only the respective left or right side turn signals will operate.

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D O L B Y - S T E R E O

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1 Air volume control for center air outlets, turn wheel

up to open.

2 Air volume control for side air outlet.

To open air outlets: Turn wheel to position i.

3 Center air outlet, adjustable 4 Side air outlet, adjustable 5 Display and controls 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 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 desired interior temperature can be selected separately for the left and right side of the passenger compartment.

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Press the desired button to activate, indicator lamp is on while activated. U Automatic mode f Raise temperature g Lower temperature

P Defrost O Air recirculation F Rear window defroster b Air distribution, manual S Economy mode ï Air volume, manual T Residual engine heat utilization

Basic setting - automatic mode Press left and right U button for automatic mode. Simultaneously press both f and g buttons for temperature setting of 72°F.

Air volume and distribution are controlled automatically. This setting can be used all year around.

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Defrosting Turn wheels (2) to position i to open left and right side air outlets (4). Adjust side air outlets upward. Press P button. Maximum heated and automatically controlled amount of air is directed to the windshield and side windows.

Press P button once again to return to previous setting.

Economy 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. Press S button once again to return to previous setting.

Special settings (use only for short duration)

Defogging windows Switch off O button. Press left and right U buttons. Press button b repeatedly until air is directed upward.

Turn wheels (2) to position i to open left and right side air outlets (4). Adjust side air outlets upward.

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Rear window defroster Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2. To select, press F button. To cancel, press F button again.

Notes: Heavy accumulation of snow and ice should be removed before activating the defroster. The rear window defroster consumes a large amount of electrical power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear. The defroster is automatically turned off after a maximum of 12 minutes of operation. 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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Press b button for each side repeatedly until the requested symbol is displayed. Press U button to return to automatic mode.

Air volume Press – or + side of rocker switch ï until the requested blower speed is attained. A choice of 7 blower speeds is available. To switch the automatic climate control off, press – side of rocker switch ï until symbol OFF is displayed.

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 automatic climate control on again, press U, P or +side of ï.

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Air recirculation This mode can be selected to temporarily reduce the entry of annoying odors or dust into the vehicle’s interior. Outside air is not supplied to the vehicle’s interior. To select, press O button. To cancel, press O button again. The system will automatically switch from recirculated air to fresh air • after approx. 5 minutes at outside temperatures

below approx. 40°F (5°C),

• after approx. 30 minutes at outside temperatures

above approx. 40°F (5°C),

• after approx. 5 minutes, if button S is pressed. If the windows should fog up from the inside, switch from recirculated air back to fresh air. At high outside temperatures, the system automatically engages the recirculated air mode thereby increasing the cooling capacity performance, switching to partially fresh air within 30 minutes.

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

To select: Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 0 or remove key. Press T button This function selection will not activate if the battery charge level is insufficient.

To cancel: Press T button. The system will automatically shut off • if you turn electronic key in steering lock to

position 2,

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

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

Note: Keep the air intake grille in front of windshield free of snow and debris.

Important! This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner 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.

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Audio and telephone, operation These instructions are intended to help you become acquainted with your Mercedes-Benz vehicle radio. 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 vehicle is covering a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately 14 m) every second.

The right to correct errors and make technical amendments is reserved.

Operating safety

Warning! Any alternations 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 alternations on electronic components done in 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.

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Operating and display elements

1 On/off, volume, see page 129
2 Telephone mode selector, see page 140
3 Seek, see page 131, 134 4 Radio mode selector, see page 131
5 Tune, see page 131and 132

and 138

Fast forward/reverse, see page 139

6 CD mode selector, see page 133

7 Display panel

The cassette slot is located behind the display panel. For notes on playing cassettes, see page 133

8 Alpha-numeric keypad for

station storage and frequency entry, see page 132
CD/Track access, see page 140
optional telephone, see page 139

9 Function button, see page 132

and 139

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radio band selection, see page 131
tone controls, see page 129
scan, see page 132
Tape eject, see page 134
Tape track select, see page 134
Dolby, see page 135
CD Random/repeat, see page 139
11 Tape mode selector, see page 133

Anti-theft system

If the power supply to the radio has been interrupted, “CODE” will appear on the display when it is next switched on. The radio will only work after the five-digit code has been entered using the buttons on the right-hand control panel.

The code number is shown on the Radio code card, supplied with the radio.

Important! Never leave the Radio code card in the vehicle. Keep it in a safe place.

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Entering the code number Switch on the radio. “CODE” will appear on the display. Using the buttons on the alpha-numeric keypad, enter the five digit code. Confirm by pressing the “OK” key. If an incorrect code has been entered and confirmed, “CODE” will reappear on the display. The correct code must be entered once again.

If an incorrect code is entered three times, “WAIT” will appear on the display and the radio will be locked out for about 10 minutes.

Note: The lock out time will only count down if the radio is left switched on.

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.

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Switching on and off Press the control knob The radio is switched off when the ignition key is turned to position 0 or removed from the ignition. The radio is switched on again when the ignition key is turned to position 1 or 2.

Note: The radio can also be switched on even if the ignition key is not inserted, but will switch itself off automatically after one hour to conserve vehicle battery power.

Adjusting the volume Turn the control knob - turning the knob clockwise will increase the volume, counterclockwise will decrease the volume.

Audio functions The AUD key is used to select the BASS, TREBLE and BALANCE functions. Settings for bass and treble are stored separately for the 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.

Bass

Treble

Press the AUD key repeatedly until “BASS” appears in the display.

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

or the “-” key to decrease the level.

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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 pre-set level.

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Fader1

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.

Balance

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

sound to the left speaker or the “R” key to move the sound to the right speaker.

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Selecting radio mode Press

button.

Selecting the band

Manual tuning

or

Press either the

button. Step-by-step tuning in ascending or descending order of frequency will take place.

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

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

Frequency ranges:

FM AM WB

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

Seek tuning Press either the to the next receivable station.

or

button. The radio will tune

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Scan tuning

Press the SC key. Each strong 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” key the scan mode

or

can be cancelled.

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

Retrieving a station from memory Press the desired station button.

Station memory

Ten stations can be stored in the AM and FM bands via the alpha-numeric keypad. The “0” button corresponds to location 10. Weatherband (WB) channels 1 to 7 can be retrieved via the alpha- numeric keypad and are preset at the factory.

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 the frequency ranges (frequencies specified on page 133) will not be accepted. The frequency input mode is cancelled if no button is pressed within 4 seconds.

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Note: Vehicles equipped with the COMAND system do not come with a factory installed cassette mechanism. A standard 1/8” stereo phono plug for auxiliary audio input (located in glove box) is provided for connection of a portable battery operated cassette player or any other portable device which uses a headphone output. Please refer to the COMAND operating manual for information concerning the activation of the audio input.

Playing cassettes Press the “TAPE” button. When the eject (EJ) key is pressed, the display folds down and the cassette slot becomes visible. Push the cassette into the slot until it engages. The cassette will be pulled in automatically.

Note: Do not press directly on the radio 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.

The radio 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 in the display indicates that a tape is in the mechanism. This symbol appears in all modes but not in cassette mode. The cassette will not be ejected when the radio is switched off or another mode is selected.

If a cassette is in the mechanism, cassette mode can be selected by using the “TAPE” button. If no cassette has been inserted, the display will show “NO TAPE”.

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

Note: The cassette will not be ejected when the radio is switched off.

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.

button.

Track search forwards/backwards Press the “SEEK FWD” will be shown on the display and the track search will run the tape forwards 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 backwards 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.

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Scanning

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.

Press the “SC” key. Each track on the cassette will be played for 8 seconds in ascending order.

Note: The beginning of a track can only be located if there is a break of at least 4 seconds between tracks. Scan will be interrupted if the buttons or the “SC” key is pressed.