2000 Mercedes-benz CLK Class Cabriolet Owners Manual

Dolby NR1 (noise reduction system)

To enable optimum reproduction of cassettes recorded using the Dolby B system, press the “AUD” key followed by the NR key so the

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

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

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CD mode

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

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

Warning! The CD changer1 is a Class 1 laser product. There is a danger of invisible laser radiation if the cover is opened or damaged. Do not remove the cover. The CD changer1 does not contain any parts which can be serviced by the user. For safety reasons, have any service work which may be necessary performed only by qualified personnel.

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CD changer installed

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

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

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

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Playing CDs Press the “CD” button. The CD most recently played will start at the point where it was last switched off. CDs stored in the magazine can be selected by using the station preset buttons 1-6.

The magazine slot number of the selected CD will then be displayed after “CD”. The number of the track being played will be displayed after “TRACK”.

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If there is no CD in the selected magazine slot, “NO CD” and the corresponding slot number will be displayed

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

button. The next track on the CD will be

Skipping tracks forwards/backwards Press the played. button. If the track has been playing for Press the more than 10 seconds, it will revert to the start of that track. If it has been playing for less than ten seconds it will revert to the preceding track. To skip several tracks, the respective button must be pressed until the desired track is reached. If the beginning or end of the CD is reached during the search, the first or last track will be played.

Fast forward/reverse Press the forward. Press the reverse.

button and hold it down for audible fast

button and hold it down for audible

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

cancel if the beginning or end of the CD is reached.

Scanning Press the SC key. Each track will be played for 8 seconds in ascending order. The search will stop at the track in question if the “SC” key is pressed.

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Random play/repeat function The tracks of the current CD are played in random order when the random feature (RDM) is selected. Press the RDM key to switch on, and press RDM again to switch off.

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

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

on, and press RPT again to switch off.

Note: Both functions cannot be used simultaneously.

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

Switching the telephone on and off

Switching on: Press the button, “TEL” appears in the corner of the display. Switching off: Press and hold

button until the telephone symbol “TEL” no

the longer appears in the display, or press the “PWR” button on the phone’s keypad.

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Entering telephone number and starting dialing process

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

displayed. The dialing process is started by pressing the SND button. The entered number can be corrected using the “CLR” key.

Press the CLR key briefly - and the last digit will be deleted. Press the CLR key longer - and

the complete number will be deleted.

Calling up the phone book The numbers stored in the telephone memory can be called up via either name or number entries. The memory contents from the portable phone must be downloaded and the telephone menu must be selected in order to call up the phone book. Refer to the “Memory download” section of the cellular telephone operation guide for more information.

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

Placing a call

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

Searching and selecting phone book entries by name Press the ABC key. The current name is shown on the display. The stored entries in alphabetical order can be selected using the button. By pressing the buttons, the stored entries can be selected

or

or

according to alphabetical initial letters (e.g. A-Adam, B-Brown, M-Miller).

Searching and selecting phone book entries by number Press the NUM key. The current number is shown on the display. The stored entries can be selected in numerical order using the pressing the can be selected in increments of 5 (e.g. Entry no. 2, Entry no. 7, etc.).

buttons, the stored entries

button. By

or

or

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

button, the numbers stored in the re-dial

or

memory of the telephone can be selected.

The abbreviation L and the number in the memory are shown in the top line of the display.

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Component malfunctions The radio, CD changer1, and Mercedes-Benz integrated cellular telephone1 are part of a fiberoptic networked system. Failure of one of the components can lead to malfunctions of the other components. Please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes for more information in the event of a malfunction.

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Accepting incoming call in telephone mode With an incoming call, the ringing tone will be heard and the message “CALL” appears in the display. Press the SND key to answer the call.

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

Terminating call A current call can be terminated by pressing the END key.

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Power windows

Power window switches are located on center console.

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

Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. Press switch in to resistance point: k to open j to close

Release switch when window is in desired position.

Warning! When closing the windows, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. The closing procedure can be immediately reversed by either pressing the switch k or pressing button Πon the remote control, and holding it. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock the 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 door windows Press switch k or j past resistance point and release — window opens or closes completely. To interrupt procedure, briefly press k or j. 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.

Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from the steering lock and lock the 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.

Note: The power windows can also be opened and closed with the infrared remote control while locking the vehicle doors or trunk, see page 32.

Synchronizing power windows If the power supply was interrupted (battery disconnected or low), the windows cannot be opened by the Express feature. To resynchronize the express feature, press j side of power window switch until the window is completely closed and hold for additional 2 seconds. Repeat procedure for each window. The automatic full opening procedure of the windows should now be restored.

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Power windows – operated with soft top switch

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock the 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.

The soft top handle must be in the locked position to operate the power windows. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2.

To open: Lift soft top switch quickly twice and hold.

Soft top switch is located on center console. In addition to the power window switches, the windows can also be opened or closed with the soft top switch.

To close: Press soft top switch quickly twice and hold. Release switch when windows are in desired position.

Warning! When closing the windows, be sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.

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2 Press to switch interior and reading lamps on or off. 3 Press to switch reading lamp on or off. 4 Press to switch reading lamp on or off.

Entrance lamps, exit lamps in doors The lamps are switched on and off by the door contact switches.

Note: To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged, with doors open all interior lamps go out after approximately 5 minutes.

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1 Automatic interior lighting

Press once and the automatic interior lighting is activated. 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 steering lock position 2. Press again and interior lamps remain switched off, even when centrally unlocking or opening a door.

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Sun visors

Illuminated vanity mirrors

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

With the visor engaged in its inner mounting, the lamp is switched on by opening the cover.

Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.

The lamp goes out automatically after approximately 5 minutes.

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Glove box

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.

Storage compartments, armrest and cup holder

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

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1 Unlocking: Turn mechanical key to vertical position

and remove.

2 Locking: Turn mechanical key to the right and

remove.

3 Opening: Pull on handle.

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Storage compartments in center console

Cup holder in center console

To open compartment in armrest: Press button (4) and lift lid. To open compartment under armrest: Press button (5) and lift lid. To close: Lower lid until it engages in lock. To open cover: Touch top of cover (6) slightly. The cover opens automatically.

To open cup holder: Briefly press button (7). The cup holder opens automatically. To store cup holder: Push button (7) down until cup holder engages. Close cover (6).

Caution! Keep 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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Ashtray

Center console, front By touching the bottom of the cover lightly, the ashtray opens automatically.

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

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.

To remove ashtray: Push sliding knob (1) toward the right to eject the insert.

To install ashtray: Install insert into ashtray frame and push down to engage.

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Lighter

Turn electronic key in steering lock 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.

The lighter socket can be used to accommodate electrical accessories up to maximum 85 W.

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Cargo tie down rings

1 Ring Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all four rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo.

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.

Armrest, rear bench Pull down the armrest by its top.

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Cellular telephone

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

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

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.

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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.

Notes: 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.

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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 steering lock 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 though 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 requires you to do this procedure a third time to complete the training.)

4. Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the

programmed button on the integrated remote control transmitter.

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

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Operation of remote control:

Erasing the remote control memory:

1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1

or 2.

1. Turn electronic key in steering lock 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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Soft top A minimum height clearance of 6 1/2 ft. (2 m) is required to lower or raise the soft top. The raising or lowering procedure can only be started with the luggage cover and trunk lid closed. The raising or lowering procedure is immediately interrupted by releasing the soft top switch. Do not operate the soft top while a trunk luggage carrier is installed. To prevent damage to the soft top, soft top compartment cover, trunk lid or luggage/cargo when lowering the roof: • load trunk only to the height of the luggage cover, • do not permit luggage/cargo to raise the closed

luggage cover,

• do not load anything on top of the luggage cover, • do not place anything on the soft top compartment

cover,

• do not open the trunk lid while the soft top is being raised or lowered. This is required since the soft top compartment cover moves upward and backward during raising or lowering operations,

• do not operate the luggage cover with the soft top

lowered. Doing so will result in damage to the luggage cover or the soft top.

Lowering a wet soft top can result in water reaching the vehicle interior. The soft top should be dry when lowering it into the soft top storage compartment. Do not lower a frozen soft top until thawed and dry. Doing so may result in damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To prevent mildew, the soft top must be dry before lowering it into the storage compartment. The soft top should not be lowered or raised at outside temperatures below +5°F (-15°C), since the material becomes less pliable with lower temperatures.

Notes: Rear passengers should lean forward while raising or lowering the soft top, to clear the path of the rear window. To prevent the soft top from being lowered unintentionally while a trunk luggage carrier is installed, keep luggage cover in trunk in the open position with the soft top raised.

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Warning! Never lock or unlock the soft top while driving. Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Driving with an unlocked soft top may cause personal injury to you or your passenger, or personal injury or property damage to others. Before operating the soft top switch make sure that no persons due to inattention are injured by the moving parts (roll bar, soft top frame and soft top compartment cover). Hands must never be placed near the roll bar, soft top frame, upper windshield area or soft top storage compartment while the soft top is being raised or lowered. Serious personal injury may occur. In case of danger release the switch to immediately interrupt the operating procedure.

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Important! Do not manually move corner flaps (1) of soft top compartment cover. Doing so will result in damage to the soft top folding mechanism that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. With the soft top lowered do not place anything on the soft top compartment cover (2). The soft top compartment cover must never be used by any persons as a seat bench. Raising of the roll bar could result in personal injury.

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Lowering Soft Top

1. Engage parking brake. 2. Close luggage cover and trunk lid. 3. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2. 4. Press lock button (1) and fold down locking

handle (2).

5. Turn locking handle 90° clockwise to unlock the soft

top.

Important! Push soft top frame approx. 8 inches (20 cm) upward by the locking handle. Failing to do so will result in damage to the soft top folding mechanism that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Turn locking handle counterclockwise to the stop and fold up until it locks in place. • The indicator lamp in the soft top switch lights up. • The side windows lower.

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6. Lift symbol side of the soft top switch and hold:

• The roll bar lowers (when in the upper position). • The soft top compartment cover and rear

window section of the soft top unlocks.

• The rear window section of the soft top raises. • The soft top compartment cover opens. • The soft top lowers into its storage compartment. • The soft top compartment cover closes and

locks.

• The indicator lamp in the soft top switch goes out – the lowering procedure is completed – a signal sounds.

If the soft top switch is held or is released and lifted again within approximately 2 seconds, the side windows will close. If the roll bar was previously in the upper position, it will return to that position. The side windows can also be opened/closed later on. Lift/press soft top switch twice and hold, see page 145. However, the side windows and the roll bar can also be activated using their respective switches, see page 143
and page 51.

Notes: If indicator lamp blinks slowly, a malfunction has occurred in the system. If indicator lamp blinks rapidly, the trunk lid and/or the luggage cover may be open, and need to be closed.

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Warning! To prevent possible accidents, drive the vehicle only with the soft top either completely closed and locked, or fully lowered into its storage compartment.

Note: For safety reasons, the soft top cannot be lowered while driving.

Raising Soft Top

1. Engage parking brake. 2. Close luggage cover and trunk lid.

For notes on the luggage cover, see page 250.

3. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 2.

4. Press symbol side of soft top switch and hold:

• The indicator lamp in the soft top switch lights

up. Notes: If indicator lamp blinks slowly, a malfunction has occurred in the system. If indicator lamp blinks rapidly, the trunk lid and/or the luggage cover may be open, and need to be closed.

• The side windows lower. • The roll bar lowers (when in the upper position). • The soft top compartment cover unlocks and

opens.

• The soft top is raised from its storage compartment to the closing position.

• The soft top storage compartment closes and the

rear window section of the soft top lowers – a signal sounds.

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5. Press lock button (1) and fold down locking

handle (2).

6. Turn locking handle 90° clockwise and pull soft top frame carefully down until it meets the windshield header attachment points. Turn locking handle counterclockwise to the stop to lock the soft top. Fold locking handle up until it locks in place. The indicator lamp in the soft top switch goes out – the lowering procedure is completed.

If the soft top switch is held or is released and pressed again within approximately 2 seconds, the side windows will close. If the roll bar was previously in the upright position, it will return to that position. The side windows can also be closed/opened later on. Press/lift soft top switch twice and hold, see page 145. However, the side windows and the roll bar can also be activated using their respective switches, see page 143
and page 51.

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Note: For safety reasons, the soft top cannot be raised while driving.

Warning! The soft top is not fully closed and locked:

• if the indicator lamp in the soft top switch does

not got out (electronic key in steering lock position 2).

• if the indicator lamp blinks, and a signal

sounds for 10 seconds when starting to drive.

Stop the vehicle and before continuing to drive, close and lock the soft top. If the soft top is not locked, it may fold back or forward when driving. During soft top operation, do not place your hands near the roll bar, soft top frame, upper windshield area or soft top storage compartment. Serious personal injury may occur. To prevent possible accidents, drive the vehicle only with the soft top either completely closed and locked, or fully lowered into its storage compartment.

If the indicator lamp in the soft top switch blinks slowly while activating the switch, • the battery voltage may be insufficient – start engine and let it run while activating switch,

• the system may be overheated (for example after

lowering or raising the soft top approx. 5 consecutive times) – after approx. 10 minutes the soft top switch may be activated again.

If indicator lamp in the soft top switch blinks rapidly while activating the switch, • the trunk lid and/or the luggage cover may be open,

and need to be closed,

• the soft top is still locked during the opening

procedure and needs to be unlocked,

• the opening/closing procedure is interrupted.

If the indicator lamp continues to blink, raise the soft top manually, see page 280.

Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

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Wind screen (optional)

Notes: If the roll bar was raised automatically, the process of raising or lowering the soft top will take somewhat longer, as the roll bar must first be lowered. Whenever possible, park vehicle in the shade as continuous exposure to sun rays can prematurely deteriorate the soft top material. The soft top may become moldy and receive permanent creases if it is kept in the storage compartment for an extended period. Therefore, we recommend raising and airing it thoroughly with the side windows open (do not expose it to the sun) at regular intervals during the wet and cold seasons. To prevent damage, the soft top must be dry and clean before lowering it into the storage compartment. There is the possibility of sharp-edged dirt particles damaging the soft top or scratching the rear window.

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The wind screen is most effective when all four side windows are fully raised.

Installation

1. Remove wind screen from its storage bag, located in

the trunk, secured with hook and loop fasteners, and unfold.

2. Pull folded end sections in direction of arrow (1) and

unfold in direction of arrow (2).

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Important! The open end of the hooks must point toward the vehicle’s front. 3. Insert end section in right opening (3) on quarter

panel first. Then push left end section toward vehicle center (arrow 4) until it meets the left opening. Insert end section in left opening (5). Push down on wind screen (6) until it locks in place.

Removal Push left and right side buttons and remove wind screen upward. Warning! To prevent personal injury, remove wind screen if rear seats are to be occupied by passengers.

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Pull end sections in direction of arrow (1) and fold in direction of arrow (2). Place wind screen in its storage bag, and close the bag. Place bag in trunk, and secure it with the provided hook and loop fasteners. When the wind screen is not in use, it should be stored in the closed storage bag, to prevent possible damage to the wind screen or luggage/cargo.

To open blind:

Pull out blind on tab (arrow 1) towards vehicles rear. Insert guide rod of blind in right rear seat belt outlet (arrow 2).

To retract blind:

Hold blind at tab, disengage and guide retraction.

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Roller Blind (vertical)

To open blind:

1. Fold driver and front passenger seat backrests

forward.

2. Pull out on tab, located below rear bench, towards

vehicle’s front, then pull up and engage blind at wind screen.

To close blind:

1. Fold driver and front passenger seat backrests

forward.

2. Hold blind at tab, disengage and guide its retraction.

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Control and operation of radio transmitters The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) Maintenance Catalytic converter Emission control Tele Aid Steering lock Starting and turning off the engine Automatic transmission Parking brake Driving instructions Drive sensibly – save fuel Drinking and driving Pedals Power assistance Brakes Driving off

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Tires Snow chains Winter driving instructions Deep water Passenger compartment Travelling abroad Cruise control Brake assist system (BAS) Antilock brake system (ABS) Electronic stability program (ESP) What you should know at the gas station Check regularly and before a long trip

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Control and operation of radio transmitters

Control and operation of radio transmitters COMAND, radio and telephone

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.

Telephones and two-way radio

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.

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The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) 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.

Maintenance Approximately 30 days or 2 000 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 107. 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. Check regularly and before a long trip, see page 213.

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Catalytic converter

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.

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.

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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 authorized center 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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The electronic key in the steering lock must be in position 1 or 2 for the Tele Aid to be operational.

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 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.

Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the Emergency Tensioning Retractors (ETR’s) or airbags deploy, 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. Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator lamp in the “SOS” button will begin to flash. 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. 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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Manually: 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.

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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).

A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. The nature of the need for assistance can then be described. 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 For services such as labor and/or towing charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual for more information.

In the event of an ETR or airbag deployment, if the system cannot connect to the Emergency Response Center, it will attempt to contact 9-1-1. Close the cover (1) after the emergency call is concluded.

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

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

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