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If somebody becomes trapped, reduce speed immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. The sliding sunroof opens again to its original position. If the maximum position is not reached, you can raise it further.
! Only open the panorama sliding sunroof if it is free of snow and ice. Otherwise, mal- functions may occur. Do not allow anything to protrude from the sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could be damaged.
i Resonance noises can occur in addition to the usual airflow noises when the sliding sunroof is open. They are caused by minor
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pressure fluctuations in the vehicle interior. Change the position of the sliding sunroof or open a side window slightly to reduce or eliminate these noises.
Operating the sliding sunroof Opening and closing
Sliding sunroof reversing feature The sliding sunroof is equipped with an auto- matic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks or restricts the sliding sunroof during the closing process, the sliding sunroof opens again automatically. However, the automatic reversing feature is only an aid and does not relieve you of the responsibility to pay atten- tion when closing the sliding sunroof. G WARNING The reversing function does not react: Rto soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin-
gers
Rover the last 4 mm of the closing movement Rduring resetting Rwhen closing the sliding sunroof again man- ually immediately after automatic reversing This means that the reversing function cannot prevent someone being trapped in these sit- uations. There is a risk of injury. When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If someone is trapped: Rrelease the switch immediately or Rpress the switch in any direction during the
automatic closing process
The closing process is stopped.
Overhead control panel : To raise ; To open = To close/lower X Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Press or pull the 3 switch in the corre-
sponding direction.
i If you press the 3 switch beyond the point of resistance, an automatic opening/ closing process is started in the corre- sponding direction. You can stop automatic operation by pressing again.
i After opening the sliding sunroof, the roller sunblind closes slightly automati- cally. This reduces drafts in the vehicle inte- rior.
i If the sliding sunroof is raised at the rear,
it lowers slightly automatically at higher speeds. The noise level in the vehicle inte- rior is reduced as a result. At low speeds it raises again automatically. i You can continue to operate the sliding sunroof after switching off the engine or removing the key. This function remains active for five minutes or until you open a front door.
i The sliding sunroof cannot be opened if a roof carrier is fitted. In order to allow ven-
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tilation of the vehicle interior, you can raise the sliding sunroof. If contact is made with a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding sunroof lowers slightly but remains raised at the rear.
Rain-closing feature The rain-closing feature is only available for vehicles with a rain sensor. When the key is in position 0 in the ignition lock or is removed, the sliding sunroof closes automatically: Rif it starts to rain Rat extreme outside temperatures Rafter six hours Rif there is a malfunction in the power supply The sliding sunroof remains raised at the rear in order to allow ventilation of the vehicle interior. i If the sliding sunroof is obstructed when being closed by the rain-closing feature, it opens again slightly. The rain-closing fea- ture is then deactivated.
The sliding sunroof does not close if: Rit is raised at the rear. Rit is blocked. Rno rain is falling on the area of the wind-
screen being monitored by the rain sensor, e.g. because the vehicle is under a bridge.
Operating the roller sunblinds for the sliding sunroof Important safety notes G WARNING When opening or closing the roller sunblind parts of the body could be trapped between the roller sunblind and the frame or sliding sunroof. There is a risk of injury.
When opening or closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the sweep of the roller sunblind. If someone is trapped: Rrelease the switch immediately or Rpress the switch in any direction during the
automatic opening/closing process
The opening/closing process is stopped.
The roller sunblinds shield the vehicle interior from sunlight. The two roller sunblinds can only be opened and closed together when the sliding sunroof is closed.
Roller sunblind reversing feature The roller sunblinds are equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks or restricts the roller blind during the closing process, the roller blind opens again automatically. However, the automatic reversing feature is only an aid and does not relieve you of the responsibility to pay atten- tion when closing the roller blinds. G WARNING The reversing feature especially does not react to soft, light and thin objects, such as small fingers.This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trap- ped in these situations. There is a risk of injury. When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the sweep of the roller sunblind. If someone is trapped: Rrelease the switch immediately or Rpress the switch in any direction during the
automatic opening/closing process
The closing process is stopped.
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Opening and closing
Overhead control panel : To open ; To open = To close X Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Press or pull the 3 switch in the corre-
sponding direction.
i If you press the 3 switch beyond the point of resistance, an automatic opening/ closing process is started in the corre- sponding direction. You can stop automatic operation by pressing again.
i After opening the sliding sunroof, the roller sunblind closes slightly automati- cally. This reduces drafts in the vehicle inte- rior.
Resetting the sliding sunroof and the roller sunblinds If the sliding sunroof or the roller sunblinds do not move smoothly, reset the sliding sun- roof and the roller sunblinds: X Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow = until the sliding sunroof is fully closed.
X Keep the 3 switch pulled for an addi-
tional second.
X Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow = until the roller sunblinds are fully closed. X Keep the 3 switch pulled for an addi-
tional second.
X Make sure that the sliding sunroof (Y page 87) and the roller sunblinds (Y page 89) can be fully opened and closed again.
X If this is not the case, repeat the steps
above again.
Problems with the sliding sunroof G WARNING If you do not reset the sliding sunroof after a malfunction or voltage supply interruption, then the reversing function will malfunction or not work. The sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. In such or similar situations always make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. Always reset the sliding sunroof after a malfunction or voltage supply interruption.
Problem: the sunroof cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause. If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly: X Immediately after it blocks, pull the 3
switch down again to the point of resist- ance until the sliding sunroof is closed The sliding sunroof is closed with increased force.If the sliding sunroof is obstructed again dur- ing closing and reopens again slightly: X Immediately after it blocks, pull the 3
switch down again to the point of resist- ance until the sliding sunroof is closed The sliding sunroof is closed without the anti-entrapment feature.90
Useful information .............................. 92
Correct driver's seat position ............ 92
Seats .................................................... 93
Steering wheel .................................... 98
Mirrors ................................................. 98
Memory functions ............................. 10191
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Correct driver's seat position
Useful information
i This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are pos- sible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions descri- bed. This is also the case for systems and functions relevant to safety.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops: (Y page 24).
Correct driver's seat position
Observe the safety guidelines on seat adjust- ment (Y page 93). X Make sure that seat = is correctly adjus-
ted. Manual seat adjustment (Y page 94) Electrical seat adjustment (Y page 94) When adjusting the seat, make sure that: Ryou are as far away from the driver's air-
bag as possible.
Ryou are sitting in a normal upright posi-
tion.
Ryou can fasten the seat belt properly.
Ryou have moved the backrest to an
almost vertical position.
Ryou have set the seat angle so that your
thighs are gently supported.
Ryou can depress the pedals properly.
X Check whether the head restraint is adjus-
ted properly (Y page 94). When doing so, make sure that you have adjusted the head restraint so that the back of your head is supported at eye level by the centre of the head restraint.
Observe the safety guidelines on steering wheel adjustment (Y page 98). X Make sure that steering wheel : is adjus-
ted correctly. Adjusting the steering wheel (Y page 98) When adjusting the steering wheel, make sure that: Ryou can hold the steering wheel with your
arms slightly bent.
Ryou can move your legs freely. Ryou can see all the displays in the instru-
ment cluster clearly.
Observe the safety guidelines for seat belts (Y page 46). X Check whether you have fastened seat
belt ; properly (Y page 47). The seat belt should: Rfit snugly across your body Rbe routed across the middle of your
shoulder
Rbe routed in your pelvic area across the
hip joints
X Before starting off, adjust the rear-view mir-
ror and the exterior mirrors (Y page 99) so that you have a good view of road and traffic conditions.
X Vehicles with a memory function: save
the seat and exterior mirror settings (Y page 101).
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Seats Important safety notes G WARNING If children adjust the seats, they could become trapped, especially if they are unat- tended. There is a risk of injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. G WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: Radjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirrors
Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- ing wheel and mirrors and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine. G WARNING If you adjust the seat height carelessly, you or other vehicle occupants could be trapped and thereby injured. Children in particular could accidentally press the electrical seat adjust- ment buttons and become trapped. There is a risk of injury. While moving the seats, make sure that your hands or other body parts do not get under the lever assembly of the seat adjustment system. G WARNING When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle occupant could become trapped by the guide rail of the seat, for instance. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that no one has any part of their body within the sweep of the seat when adjusting it.
G WARNING The seat belt does not offer the intended level of protection if the backrest is not in the upright position. When braking or in the event of an accident, you could slide underneath the seat belt and sustain abdomen or neck inju- ries, for example. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Adjust the seat properly before beginning your journey. Always make sure that the seat is in the upright position. G WARNING The head restraints cannot provide the inten- ded protection unless they are fitted and adjusted correctly. There is an increased risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or sudden braking, for example. Always drive with the head restraints fitted. Ensure that the centre of the head restraints support the back of each vehicle occupant's head at eye level before driving off.
! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat heating, observe the following information: Rdo not spill any liquids on the seats. If
liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as soon as possible.
Rif the seat covers are damp or wet, do not
switch on the seat heating. The seat heating should also not be used to dry the seats.
Rclean the seat covers as recommended;
see the "Interior care" section.
Rdo not transport heavy loads on the
seats. Do not place sharp objects on the seat cushions, e.g. knives, nails or tools. The seats should only be occupied by passengers, if possible.
Rwhen the seat heating is in operation, do not cover the seats with insulating mate- rials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat cov- ers, child seats or booster seats.
! Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats when moving
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Seats
Seat cushion angle Adjust the angle so that your thighs are lightly supported. X Turn handwheel ; forwards or backwards.
Adjusting the seats electrically
the seat back. There is a risk that the seats and/or the objects could be damaged.
i The head restraints in the front and rear
seats can be removed.7
For more information, contact a qualified specialist workshop.i Further related subjects:
RLuggage compartment enlargement
(folding down the rear seats) (Y page 272)
Adjusting the seats manually
: Head restraint height8
; Seat cushion angle = Seat height ? Seat fore-and-aft adjustment A Backrest angle i You can store the seat settings using thememory function (Y page 101).
Adjusting the head restraints G WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: Radjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirrors
Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- ing wheel and mirrors and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine.
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment X Lift handle : and slide the seat forwards
or rearwards.
X Release lever : again.
Make sure that you hear the seat engage in position.
Backrest angle X Relieve the pressure on the backrest. X Turn handwheel ? forwards or backwards.
Seat height X Pull handle = upwards or push it down repeatedly until the seat has reached the desired height.
7 Not on vehicles with sports seats. 8 Not available on vehicles with sports seats.
G WARNING The head restraints cannot provide the inten- ded protection unless they are fitted and adjusted correctly. There is an increased risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or sudden braking, for example. Always drive with the head restraints fitted. Ensure that the centre of the head restraints support the back of each vehicle occupant's head at eye level before driving off.
General notes For vehicles with sports seats, you cannot adjust the head restraints or remove and fit the rear head restraints.
Adjusting the head restraints manually Adjusting the head restraint height
X To raise: pull the head restraint up to the
desired position.
X To lower: press release catch : in the direction of the arrow and push the head restraint down to the desired position.
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Adjusting the head restraint fore-and-aft position
This function allows you to adjust the dis- tance between the head restraint and the back of the head. X To move forwards: pull the head restraint forwards in the direction of the arrow until it engages. There are a number of detents.
X To move backwards: press and hold release button : and push the head restraint backwards.
X When the head restraint is in the desired position, release the button and make sure that the head restraint is engaged in posi- tion.
Adjusting the head restraints electri- cally X To adjust the head restraint height: slide
the switch for head restraint adjustment (Y page 94) up or down in the direction of the arrow.
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Rear seat head restraints Adjusting the rear seat head restraint height
X To raise: pull the head restraint up to the
desired position.
X To lower: press release catch : and push
the head restraint down until it is in the desired position.
Removing and fitting the rear seat head restraints G WARNING The head restraints cannot provide the inten- ded protection unless they are fitted and adjusted correctly. There is an increased risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or sudden braking, for example. Always drive with the head restraints fitted. Ensure that the centre of the head restraints support the back of each vehicle occupant's head at eye level before driving off.
The rear head restraints on the outer seats can be removed and refitted.
X Fold the seat backrest slightly forwards in
order to remove the head restraint (Y page 272).
X To remove: pull the head restraint up to
the stop.
X Press release catch : and pull the head
restraint out of the guides.
X To refit: insert the head restraint so that the notches on the bar are on the left when viewed in the direction of travel.
X Push the head restraint down until you hear
it engage in position.
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the front seat backrests individually to provide optimum support for your back.
: To raise the backrest contour ; To soften the backrest contour = To lower the backrest contour ? To harden the backrest contour
Switching the seat heating on/off Switching on/off G WARNING If you repeatedly switch on seat heating, the seat cushion and backrest padding may become very hot. The health of vehicle occu- pants with limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to excessively high temperatures may be affected or they may
even suffer burn-like injuries. There is a risk of injury. Therefore, do not switch on the seat heating repeatedly.
The three red indicator lamps in the button indicate the heating level you have selected. The system automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes. The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes. The system automatically switches off approximately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1. X Make sure that the key is in position 1 or
2 in the ignition lock.
X To switch on: press button : repeatedly
until the desired heating level is set.
X To switch off: press button : repeatedly
until all the indicator lamps go out.
i If the battery voltage is too low, the seat
heating may switch off.
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Problems with the seat heating The seat heating has switched off prema- turely or cannot be switched on. The vehicle's electrical system voltage is too low because too many electrical consumers are switched on. X Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the rear window heating or interior lighting.
AMG Performance Seat To adjust the contour of the seat and for improved lateral support, you can individually adjust the front seats.
Adjusting the seat cushion length X To extend the seat cushion: press but-
ton :.
X To retract the seat cushion: press but-
ton ;.
Adjusting the side bolsters of the seat cushion X To set the side bolsters of the seat cushion narrower: press button =. X To set the side bolsters of the seat
cushion wider: press button ?.
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Adjusting the seat backrest side bol- sters X To set the side bolsters of the seat backrest narrower: press button A. X To set the side bolsters of the seat
backrest wider: press button B.
Steering wheel Important safety notes G WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: Radjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirrors
Rfasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- ing wheel and mirrors and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine. G WARNING Children could become trapped by the steer- ing wheel if they adjust it. There is a risk of injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Adjusting the steering wheel G WARNING The steering wheel may move unexpectedly if you adjust it while driving. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Make sure that the steering wheel is locked before driving off. Never unlock the steering wheel when the vehicle is in motion.
: Release lever ; To adjust the steering wheel height = To adjust the steering wheel position
(fore-and-aft adjustment)
X Push release lever : down completely.
The steering column is unlocked.
X Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
position.
X Push release lever : up completely.
The steering column is locked.
X Check if the steering column is locked. When doing so, try to push the steering wheel up or down or try to move it in the fore-and-aft direction.
Mirrors Rear-view mirror
X Anti-dazzle mode: pivot anti-dazzle
switch : forwards or back.
Exterior mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors G WARNING The exterior mirrors reduce the size of the image. Objects visible in the mirrors are closer than they appear. You could misjudge the distance from road users driving behind you when changing lanes, for instance. There is a risk of an accident. You should therefore always look over your shoulder to determine the actual distance from road users driving behind you.
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outside temperature is low. Heating takes a maximum of 10 minutes. i The exterior mirrors can also be heated manually by switching on the rear window heating.
Folding the exterior mirrors in/out elec- trically
X Make sure that the key is in position 1 or
2 in the ignition lock.
X Press button : for the left-hand exterior mirror or button ; for the right-hand exte- rior mirror. The indicator lamp in the corresponding button lights up in red. The indicator lamp goes out again after some time. You can adjust the selected mirror using adjustment button = as long as the indicator lamp is lit.
X Press adjustment button = up, down, or to the left or right until you have adjusted the exterior mirror to the correct position. You should have a good overview of traffic conditions.
The convex exterior mirrors provide a larger field of vision. After the engine has been started, the exte- rior mirrors are automatically heated if the rear window heating is switched on and the
X Make sure that the key is in position 1 or
2 in the ignition lock.
X Briefly press button :.
Both exterior mirrors fold in or out.
i Make sure that the exterior mirrors are always folded out fully while driving. They could otherwise vibrate.
i If you are driving faster than 47 km/h
(30 mph) you can no longer fold in the exte- rior mirrors.
Setting the exterior mirrors If the battery has been disconnected or com- pletely discharged, the exterior mirrors must be reset. The exterior mirrors will otherwise not fold in when you select the "Fold in mir- rors when locking" function in the on-board computer (Y page 225). X Make sure that the key is in position 1 in
the ignition lock.
X Briefly press button :.
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Folding the exterior mirrors in/out automatically If the "Fold in mirrors when locking" function is activated in the on-board computer (Y page 225): Rthe exterior mirrors fold in automatically as soon as you lock the vehicle from the out- side.
Rthe exterior mirrors fold out again automat- ically as soon as you unlock the vehicle and then open the driver's or front-passenger door.
i If the exterior mirrors have been folded in
manually, they do not fold out.
Exterior mirror pushed out of position If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows. X Vehicles without electrically folding
exterior mirrors: move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually.
X Vehicles with electrically folding exte- rior mirrors: press and hold the mirror- folding button (Y page 99) until you hear a click and then the mirror engage in posi- tion. The mirror housing is engaged again and you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual (Y page 99).
Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors The "Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors" function is only available if the vehicle is equipped with the "Mirror package". The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on the driver's side automatically go into anti- dazzle mode if: Rthe ignition is switched on and Rincident light from headlamps strikes the
sensor in the rear-view mirror
The mirrors do not go into anti-dazzle mode if reverse gear is engaged or if the interior light- ing is switched on.
Parking position of the exterior mirror on the front-passenger side General notes The "Parking position for the exterior mirror on the front-passenger side" function is only available if the vehicle is equipped with the "Memory package".
Setting and storing the parking position Using reverse gear You can set the front-passenger side exterior mirror so that you can see the rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage reverse gear. You can store this position.
X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
X Press button ; for the exterior mirror on
the front-passenger side.
X Engage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves to the preset parking position.
X Use adjustment button = to adjust the exterior mirror. You should see the rear wheel and the kerb in the exterior mirror. The parking position is stored.
i If you shift the transmission to another position, the exterior mirror on the front- passenger side returns to the driving posi- tion.
Using the memory button You can set the front-passenger side exterior mirror so that you can see the rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage reverse gear. You can store this position. This setting can be stored using memory button M?. X Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
X Press button ; for the exterior mirror on
the front-passenger side.
X Use adjustment button = to adjust the exterior mirror. You should see the rear wheel and the kerb in the exterior mirror. X Press memory button M ? and one of the
arrows on adjustment button = within three seconds. The parking position is stored if the exterior mirror does not move.
X If the mirror moves out of position, repeat
the steps.
Calling up a stored parking position set- ting X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Adjust the exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side with the corresponding but- ton (Y page 99).
X Engage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves to the stored parking position.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves back to its original position: Ras soon as you exceed a speed of
15 km/h
Rabout ten seconds after you have disen-
gaged reverse gear
Rif you press button : for the exterior mir-
ror on the driver's side
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Memory functions Storing settings G WARNING If you use the memory function on the driver's side while driving, the adjustments could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Only use the memory function on the driver's side while the vehicle is stationary. G WARNING If the memory function adjusts the seat, you and other vehicle occupants – particularly children – could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. While the memory function is making adjust- ments, make sure that no one has any part of their body within the sweep of the seat. If someone becomes trapped, immediately release the memory function position button. The adjustment is stopped. G WARNING If children activate the memory function, they could become trapped, especially if they are unattended. There is a risk of injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
With the memory function, you can store up to three different settings, e.g. for three dif- ferent people. The following settings are stored as a single memory preset: Rposition of the seat, backrest and head
restraint
Rdriver's side: position of the exterior mir- rors on the driver's and front-passenger sides
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X Adjust the seat (Y page 94). X Adjust the exterior mirror on the driver's
side (Y page 99).
X Briefly press the M memory button and
then press storage position button 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds. The settings are stored in the selected pre- set position. A tone sounds when the set- tings have been completed.
Calling up a stored setting X Press and hold the relevant storage posi-
tion button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat and exterior mirrors are in the stored position. i The setting procedure is interrupted as soon as you release the storage position button.
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Useful information ............................ 104
Exterior lighting ................................ 104
Interior lighting ................................. 111
Replacing bulbs ................................. 112
Windscreen wipers ........................... 117104 Exterior lighting
Useful information
i This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are pos- sible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions descri- bed. This is also the case for systems and functions relevant to safety.
i Read the information on qualified special-
ist workshops: (Y page 24).
Exterior lighting General notes For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some coun- tries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and self-imposed obli- gations.
Driving abroad General notes If your journey takes you to countries where vehicles are driven on the opposite side of the road to the country in which the vehicle is registered, your headlamps must be switched to symmetrical dipped beam as soon as pos- sible after crossing the border. This prevents oncoming traffic from being dazzled. Sym- metrical lights do not illuminate as large an area of the edge of the carriageway.
Vehicles with halogen headlamps X Affix special masking sheets on the head-
lamps.
i You can obtain these special stickers
from a qualified specialist workshop.
! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use genuine Mercedes-Benz masking
tape. Your headlamps could otherwise be damaged. Remove the masking tape when you are once again driving on the same side of the road as in the country in which your vehicle is registered.
Vehicles with bi-xenon headlamps
X Turn protective cap : anti-clockwise and
remove it.
X Push switchover lever ; down. X Insert protective cap : and turn it clock-
wise.
Convert the headlamps back to asymmetrical dipped beam as soon as possible after return- ing across the border.
Vehicles with Intelligent Light System X Before crossing the border, set the head- lamps to symmetrical dipped beam and after returning back to asymmetrical dipped beam via the "Dipped-beam head- lamps for driving on the right/left" function in the on-board computer (Y page 221).
If the headlamps are converted to symmetri- cal dipped beam, the "motorway mode" and "extended range foglamps" functions are not available.
Setting the exterior lighting Setting options Exterior lighting can be set using the: Rlight switch Rheadlamp range control (vehicles with hal-
ogen headlamps only) (Y page 107)
Rcombination switch (Y page 107) Ron-board computer (Y page 221)
Light switch Operation
1W Left-hand parking lamps 2X Right-hand parking lamps 3T Side lamps, licence plate and instru-
ment cluster lighting
4Ã Automatic headlamp mode, control-
led by the light sensor
5L Dipped-beam/main-beam head-
lamps
BR Rear foglamp CN Foglamp (vehicles with front fog-
lamps only)
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the vehicle, the lights may still be switched on. X Turn the light switch to Ã. The exterior lighting (except the side lamps/ parking lamps) switches off automatically if you: Rremove the key from the ignition lock Ropen the driver's door with the key in posi-
tion 0.
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Automatic headlamp mode G WARNING When the light switch is set to Ã, the dipped-beam headlamps may not be switched on automatically if there is fog, snow or other causes of poor visibility due to the weather conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an accident. In such situations, turn the light switch to L.
The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's lighting at all times. Ã is the preferred light switch setting. The light setting is automatically selected accord- ing to the brightness of the ambient light (exception: poor visibility due to weather con- ditions such as fog, snow or spray): RKey in position 1 in the ignition lock: the
side lamps are switched on or off automat- ically depending on the brightness of the ambient light.
RWith the engine running: if you have
switched on the daytime driving lights func- tion in the on-board computer, the daytime driving lights or the side lamps and dipped- beam headlamps are switched on or off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light.
X To switch on automatic headlamp mode: turn the light switch to Ã.
The daytime driving lights improve the detect- ability of your vehicle during the day. Here, the daytime driving lights function must be switched on via the on-board computer (Y page 221). When the dipped-beam headlamps are switched on, the L indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up and the daytime driving lights switch off. Dipped-beam headlamps When the ignition is switched on and the light switch is in position L, the side lamps and dipped-beam headlamps are switched on
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even if the light sensor does not sense dark ambient light conditions. This is advanta- geous when there is fog or rain. X To switch on the dipped-beam head-
lamps: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine. X Turn the light switch to L.
The green L indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up.
Foglamps In conditions where visibility is poor due to fog, snow or rain, the foglamps improve visi- bility as well as making it easier for other road users to see you. They can be operated together with the side lamps or together with the side lamps and dipped-beam headlamps. X To switch on the foglamps: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine.
X Turn the light switch to L or Ã. X Press the N button.
The green N indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up.
X To switch off the front foglamps: press
the N button. The green N indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster goes out.
Only vehicles with front foglamps are equip- ped with the "Foglamp" function; for how to operate the foglamps on vehicles with the Intelligent Light System (Y page 109). Rear foglamp The rear foglamp improves the visibility of your vehicle in heavy fog for the following traffic. Please observe the country-specific laws on the use of rear foglamps. X To switch on the rear foglamp: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine.
X Turn the light switch to L or Ã.
X Press the R button.
The yellow R indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.
X To switch off the rear foglamp: press the
R button. The yellow R indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
i Vehicles with bi-xenon headlamps or the Intelligent Light System: when the rear fog- lamp is switched on, the lower 15 LEDs of the brake lamp in the tail lamp switch off due to a legal requirement: for right-hand traffic only in the left-hand tail lamp and for left-hand traffic only in the right-hand tail lamp.
Side lamps ! If the battery has been excessively dis- charged, the side lamps or parking lamps are automatically switched off to enable the next engine start. Always park your vehicle safely and sufficiently lit according to legal standards. Avoid the continuous use of the T side lamps for several hours. If possible, switch on the X right or the W left parking lamp.
X To switch on: turn the light switch to
T. Depending on the equipment level, the green indicator lamp or the scale illumina- tion in the instrument cluster light up.
Parking lamps Switching on the parking lamps ensures the corresponding side of the vehicle is illumina- ted. X To switch on the parking lamps: the key
is not in the ignition lock or it is in posi- tion 0.
X Turn the light switch to W (left-hand side of the vehicle) or X (right-hand side of the vehicle).
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Adjusting the headlamp range (halogen headlamps) The headlamp range control allows you to adjust the cone of light from the headlamps to suit the vehicle load.
Combination switch Turn signals
Headlamp range control g Driver's seat and front-passenger seat
occupied
1 Driver's seat, front-passenger seat and
rear seats occupied
2 Driver's seat, front-passenger seat and rear seats occupied, luggage compart- ment laden
3 Driver's and front-passenger seats occu- pied and maximum permissible rear axle load utilised, e.g. when towing a trailer
X Start the engine. X Turn the headlamp range control to the
position which corresponds to the load in your vehicle.
: Main-beam headlamps ; Turn signal, right = Headlamp flasher ? Turn signal, left X To indicate briefly: press the combination switch briefly to the pressure point in the direction of arrow ; or ?. The corresponding turn signal flashes three times.
X To indicate: press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow ; or ?.
Main-beam headlamps X To switch on the main-beam head-
lamps: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine.
X Turn the light switch to L or Ã. X Press the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of arrow :. In the à position, the main-beam head- lamps are only switched on when it is dark and the engine is running.
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The blue K indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up when the main-beam headlamps are switched on.
X To switch off the main-beam head-
lamps: move the combination switch back to its normal position. The blue K indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster goes out.
i Vehicles with Adaptive Highbeam Assist: when Adaptive Highbeam Assist is active, it controls activation of the main-beam headlamps (Y page 110).
Headlamp flasher X To switch on: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine. X Pull the combination switch in the direction
of arrow =.
Hazard warning lamps
The hazard warning lamps switch on auto- matically if: Ran airbag is deployed or Rthe vehicle decelerates rapidly from a
speed of more than 70 km/h and comes to a standstill
X To switch on the hazard warning lamps:
press button :. All turn signals flash. If you now switch on a turn signal using the combination switch,
only the turn signal lamp on the corre- sponding side of the vehicle will flash. X To switch off the hazard warning
lamps: press button :.
The hazard warning lamps switch off auto- matically if the vehicle reaches a speed of over 10 km/h again after a full brake appli- cation. i The hazard warning lamps still operate if
the ignition is switched off.
Headlamp cleaning system If the "Wipe with washer fluid" function is operated five times (Y page 117) while the lights are on and the engine is running, the headlamps are cleaned automatically. When you switch off the ignition, the automatic headlamp cleaning system is reset and count- ing is resumed from 0.
Intelligent Light System General notes The Intelligent Light System is a system that adjusts the headlamps automatically to suit the prevailing driving and weather conditions. It offers advanced functions for improved illu- mination of the road surface, e.g. depending on the vehicle speed or weather conditions. The system includes the active light function, cornering light function, motorway mode and extended range foglamps. The system is only active when it is dark. You can activate or deactivate the "Intelligent Light System" using the on-board computer (Y page 221).
Active light function
The active light function is a system that moves the headlamps according to the steer- ing movements of the front wheels. In this way, relevant areas remain illuminated while driving. This allows you to recognise pedes- trians, cyclists and animals. Active: when the lights are switched on.
Cornering light function
The cornering light function improves the illu- mination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning, enabling better vis- ibility in tight bends, for example. The corner- ing light function can only be activated when the dipped-beam headlamps are switched on. Active: Rif you are driving at speeds below
40 km/h and the turn signal is activated or the steering wheel is turned.
Rif you are driving at speeds between
40 km/h and 70 km/h and turn the steer- ing wheel.
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Not active: if you are driving at speeds above 40 km/h or switch off the turn signal or turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead posi- tion. The cornering lamp may remain lit for a short time, but is automatically switched off after no more than three minutes.
Motorway mode
Motorway mode increases the range of the beam. Active: Rif you are driving at speeds above
110 km/h and do not make any large steer- ing movements for 1000 m
Rif you are driving at speeds above
130 km/h
Not active: if you are driving at speeds below 80 km/h following activation.
Extended range foglamps
The extended range foglamps reduce the glare experienced by the driver and improve
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the illumination of the edge of the carriage- way. Active: if you are driving at speeds below 70 km/h and you switch on the rear foglamp. Not active: if you are driving at speeds above 100 km/h or if you switch off the rear foglamp following activation.
Adaptive Highbeam Assist G WARNING Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognise road users: Rwho have no lights, e.g. pedestrians Rwho have poor lighting, e.g. cyclists Rwhose lighting is blocked, e.g. by a barrier In very rare cases, Adaptive Highbeam Assist recognises road users too late or not at all. In this, or in similar situations, the automatic main-beam headlamps will not be deactivated or activated regardless. There is a risk of an accident. Always carefully observe the traffic conditions and switch off the main-beam headlamps in good time.
You can use this function to set the head- lamps to change between dipped beam and main beam automatically. The system recog- nises vehicles with their lights on, either approaching from the opposite direction or travelling in front of your vehicle, and conse- quently switches the headlamps from main beam to dipped beam. The system automatically adapts the dipped- beam headlamp range depending on the dis- tance to the other vehicle. Once the system no longer detects any other vehicles, it reac- tivates the main-beam headlamps. The system's optical sensor is located behind the windscreen near the overhead control panel.
X To activate: activate the Adaptive High- beam Assist function using the on-board computer (Y page 222).
X Turn the light switch to Ã. X Press the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of arrow : (Y page 107). The _ indicator lamp in the multifunc- tion display lights up when it is dark and the light sensor activates the dipped-beam headlamps. If you are driving at speeds above 45 km/h: The headlamp range is set automatically depending on the distance between the vehicle and other road users. If you are driving at speeds above 55 km/h and no other road users are rec- ognised: The main-beam headlamps are switched on automatically. The K indicator lamp in
