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anyone being harmed by the opening/ closing procedure. The opening procedure of the tilt/sliding panel can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or, if the switch was moved past the resistance point and released, by moving the switch in any direction. The closing procedure of the tilt/sliding panel can be immediately halted by releasing the switch. G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. G Warning! The panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel is made out of glass. In the event of an accident, the glass may shatter. This may result in an opening in the roof. In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the opening.

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Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) Such an opening also presents a potential for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compartment.

! To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the tilt/sliding panel. Do not open the tilt/sliding panel if there is snow or ice on the roof, as this could result in malfunctions.

! Please keep in mind that weather

conditions can sometimes change rapidly. Make sure to close the tilt/sliding panel when leaving the vehicle. If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Roof panel switch 1 Opening 2 Closing 3 Raising 4 Lowering The tilt/sliding panel only operates with the roller sunblinds retracted. i You can also open or close the tilt/sliding

panel using the SmartKey, see “Summer opening feature” (Y page 122) or see “Convenience closing feature” (Y page 123). X Switch on the ignition.

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Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the

roof panel switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 1.

X Release the roof panel switch when the

desired position is reached.

X Express operation: To open the tilt/

sliding panel completely, press the roof panel switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 and release.

X Stopping during express operation:

Move the roof panel switch in any direction.

i When the tilt/sliding panel is open,

resonance noises may result in addition to the usual wind noises. They are caused by minimal pressure changes in the passenger compartment. To reduce or eliminate these noises, change the position of the tilt/ sliding panel or open a window slightly.

Raising X Press and hold the roof panel switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 3. X Release the roof panel switch when the

desired position is reached.

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Closing/Lowering X Move the roof panel switch to the

resistance point in direction of arrow 2 or 4.

X Release the roof panel switch when the

desired position is reached.

Synchronizing The tilt/sliding panel and roller sunblinds must be synchronized Rafter the battery has been disconnected or

discharged

Rafter a malfunction Rif the tilt/sliding panel does not open

smoothly

! Do not attempt to open the tilt/sliding

panel before the tilt/sliding panel is properly synchronized. The tilt/sliding panel could otherwise lock-up in the open position. If the tilt/sliding panel cannot be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance.

X Vehicles with SmartKey: Remove the

SmartKey from the starter switch.

X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Switch off the

ignition and open the driver’s door (this puts the starter switch in position 0, same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch). The driver’s door then can be closed again.

X Remove the respective fuse from the fuse

box (Y page 375).

X Reinsert the fuse in the fuse box. X Switch on the ignition. X Push and hold the roof panel switch in

direction of arrow 3 (Y page 198) until the roller sunblinds are fully extended.

X Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 3 (Y page 198) for approximately 1 second.

X Pull and hold the roof panel switch in

direction of arrow 2 (Y page 198) until the roller sunblinds are fully retracted.

X Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 2 (Y page 198) for approximately 1 second.

X Press and hold the roof panel switch in

direction of arrow 1 (Y page 198) until the tilt/sliding panel is fully raised.

X Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 1 (Y page 198) for approximately 1 second.

X Push and hold the roof panel switch in

direction of arrow 3 (Y page 198) until the tilt/sliding panel is fully closed.

X Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 3 (Y page 198) for approximately 1 second.

X Check the express operation feature of the

tilt/sliding panel (Y page 198). If the tilt/sliding panel opens completely, the roof is synchronized. Otherwise repeat the above steps.

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rings when transporting cargo. Do not place anything on the rear-window shelf. Never drive vehicle with the trunk/cargo compartment open. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.

Load distribution

Sedan

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Loading and storing Loading and storing Loading instructions G Warning! Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible using cargo tie-down rings and fastening materials appropriate for the weight and size of the load. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting cargo. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests. Wagon: The cargo compartment is the preferred place to carry objects. Always use cargo tie-down rings, and if so equipped, always use the cargo net when transporting cargo. Sedan: The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. Always use cargo tie-down

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Wagon The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) which is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories, passengers and luggage/cargo must never exceed the load limit and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for your vehicle as specified on the placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar (Y page 250). In addition, the load must be distributed in such a way so that the weight on each axle never exceeds the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle. The GVWR and GAWR for your vehicle are indicated on the certification label located on the driver’s door B-pillar (Y page 250). For more information, see “Tire and Loading Information” (Y page 250).

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1 Trim cover X Flip trim covers 1 open. X Only attach the roof rack to the anchorage

points under trim covers 1.

X Observe manufacturer’s instructions for

installation.

The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustration shown, with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle. Please pay attention to and comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo: RSedan: The trunk is the preferred place to

carry objects. The enlarged cargo area should only be used for items which do not fit in the trunk alone.

RWagon: The cargo compartment is the

preferred place to carry objects. The expanded cargo compartment should only be used for items which do not fit in the cargo compartment alone.

RAlways place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.

RThe heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept as low as possible against front or rear seat backrests.

Roof rack (sedan) For information about further roof rack equipment, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. G Warning! Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes- Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Otherwise, an improperly attached roof rack system or its load could become detached from the vehicle. Do not exceed the maximum roof load of 220 lb (100 kg). Take into consideration that when the roof rack is loaded, the handling characteristics are different from those when operating the vehicles without the roof rack loaded. Make sure Ryou can raise the tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/

sliding panel completely

Ryou can open the trunk completely

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Loading and storing Ski bag (sedan, Canada only) G Warning! The ski bag is designed for up to four pairs of skis. Do not load the ski bag with other objects. Always fasten the ski bag securely. In an accident, an unfastened ski bag can cause injury to vehicle occupants.

Unfolding and loading X Fold rear armrest down.

X Press button 4.

The flap opens in direction of arrow.

3 Ski bag X Pull ski bag 3 into passenger

compartment and unfold.

X Open the trunk.

X From trunk, slide skis into ski bag.

1 Cover 2 Catch X Pull catches 2 in direction of arrows. X Open cover 1 downwards in direction of

the arrow.

4 Button

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X Fold rear armrest up.

Removing the ski bag For ski bag removal, we recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. G Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk open while the ski bag is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior, resulting in unconsciousness and death. To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always close the cover.

Parcel net G Warning! The parcel net is intended for storing light- weight items only, such as road maps, mail, etc. Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported 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.

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5 Strap X Tighten strap 5 by pulling at the loose end

(arrow) until the skis in the ski bag are tightly secured.

6 Hook 7 Eye X Connect hook 6 of front strap to eye 7
located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench.

X Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end

(arrow).

Unloading and folding X Loosen both straps. X Disconnect hook 6 from eye 7. X Unload skis. X Close flap in trunk. X Fold and flatten ski bag lengthwise. X Place folded ski bag inside recess of seat

backrest.

X Close cover.

Trunk/cargo compartment The cargo tie-down rings are located in the trunk/cargo compartment.

Sedan 1 Cargo tie-down ring

Wagon 1 Cargo tie-down ring

Hook (sedan) A retaining hook can be used to attach cargo items such as bags.

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Loading and storing The parcel net cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident. A parcel net is located in the front passenger footwell.

Cargo tie-down rings Your vehicle is equipped with four cargo tie- down rings. Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all rings 1 with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo. Always follow loading instructions (Y page 200).

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1 Tab 2 Retaining hook X Pull tab 1 of retaining hook 2 down. ! Do not use the retaining hook to tie down

cargo.

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It may be necessary to move these seats forward slightly in order to fold the seat backrests forward.

1 Release handle X Pull release handle 1.

The seat cushion springs slightly upward.

Expanding cargo volume To expand the cargo volume, you can fold down the left and right seat backrests. The two sections can be folded down separately to enlarge the cargo volume. G Warning! When expanding the cargo volume, always fold the seat cushions fully forward. Unless you are transporting cargo, the seat backrests must remain properly locked in the upright position. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle. Always use the cargo tie-down rings.

Sedan Folding rear seat backrest forward ! Always release the seat cushion and fold it forward before folding the corresponding seat backrest forward. The seat backrest may otherwise be damaged.

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1 Seat cushion 2 Seat backrest X Grab the back of seat cushion 1 and fold

forward.

X Push the rear seat head restraints all the

way in.

X If the rear center seat is to be occupied while driving, it may be necessary to fold the seat belt buckle up again.

X Pull the handle in the trunk.

Seat backrest 2 is released and the head restraints fold back.

X Fold seat backrest 2 forward. ! Make sure the head restraints fit all the way into the seat cushion pockets. This will prevent the seat backrests from being damaged during loading.

Returning rear seat backrest to original position G Warning! Always lock seat backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied, or the extended cargo volume is not in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the seat backrest.

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In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting cargo.

1 Seat cushion 2 Seat backrest X Fold seat backrest 2 rearward until it

engages.

X Fold seat cushion 1 rearward and press

the center front of the cushion until it audibly engages.

X If need be, fold the head restraint forward

by hand.

Removing rear seat cushion Removing the rear seat cushions will provide you with a larger, flat cargo volume. X Fold the seat cushions forward

(Y page 205).

X Remove the head restraints (Y page 100). X Fold the seat backrest into the vertical

position.

1 Release lever 2 Plug for rear seat heating (Canada only)

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! Vehicles with rear seat heating (Canada

only): The electrical contact on the bottom of the seat cushion must be disconnected before removing the rear seat cushion. X Press the plug connection on the

checkered surface and pull plug 2 for the seat heating out of the seat cushion.

i Vehicles with rear seat heating (Canada

only): When placing the seat cushion back in, guide the plug connection back together until the plug engages.

X Pull release lever 1 and remove the seat

cushion by pulling it upward.

! Leave the seat cushion hinge in this

position. The upholstery could be damaged if you fold the hinge back.

X Fold the seat backrest forward.

Wagon ! To prevent damage, the following must be observed before folding the seat backrest forward: Rthe head restraints must be folded back

and fully inserted

Rthe front seat must be moved forward

until sufficient clearance for folding procedure is achieved

Rthe seat cushions must be folded forward

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Loading and storing Folding rear seat backrest forward

1 Release catch 2 Seat cushion X Pull release catch 1 and use it to pull seat

cushion 2 up.

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in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the seat backrest. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting cargo.

1 Seat cushion 2 Seat backrest X Fold seat backrest 2 to the rear until it

engages.

3 Seat backrest 4 Release catch X Pull release catch 4 up.

Seat backrest 3 is released and the head restraints fold back.

X Fold seat backrest 3 forward. X Adjust front seats to desired position. X If the rear center seat is to be occupied while driving, it may be necessary to fold the seat belt buckle up again.

Returning rear seat backrest to original position G Warning! Always lock seat backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied, or the extended cargo compartment is not

X Pull left seat release catch 1 up and fold

seat backrest 2 forward.

X With seat backrest 2 released, pull

release catch 1 up again.

X Fold driver’s-side rear seat backrest 2 to

the rear until it engages.

X Fold passenger-side seat backrest 2 to

the rear until it engages. The seat backrests are now in the alternative position.

Removing rear seat cushion Removing the rear seat cushions will provide you with a larger, flat cargo volume. X Fold the seat cushions forward

(Y page 208).

X Remove the head restraints (Y page 100). X Fold the seat backrest into the vertical

position.

X Fold seat cushion 1 to the rear and press

the center front of the cushion until it audibly engages.

X If need be, fold the head restraint forward

by hand.

Adjusting rear seat backrest position The seat backrests can be placed in an alternative upright position. This creates a larger cargo compartment area or provides for improved seating comfort on the folding bench seat, if required.

1 Release catch 2 Seat backrest X Pull right seat release catch 1 up and fold

seat backrest 2 forward.

X With seat backrest 2 released, pull

release catch 1 up again.

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1 Release lever 2 Plug for rear seat heating (Canada only)

! Vehicles with rear seat heating (Canada

only): The electrical contact on the bottom of the seat cushion must be disconnected before removing the rear seat cushion. X Press the plug connection on the

checkered surface and pull plug 2 for the seat heating out of the seat cushion.

X Pull release lever 1 and remove the seat

cushion by pulling it upward.

i Vehicles with rear seat heating (Canada

only):

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When placing the seat cushion back in, guide the plug connection back together until the plug engages.

! Leave the seat cushion hinge in this

position. The upholstery could be damaged if you fold the hinge back.

Cargo management system (wagon, Canada only) The cargo management system and accompanying accessories enable you to utilize your cargo compartment in a variety of ways. You can store the cargo management system in the pouch that comes with the vehicle. The pouch and telescoping rod can be placed in the storage box in the cargo compartment.

X Fold the seat backrest forward.

1 Cargo rails

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Inserting the mounting elements into the cargo rails

1 Cargo rail 2 Mounting element You can move mounting element 2 to various engaging points on cargo rail 1 and fix it in place. These engaging points are located 2 inches (5.1 cm) apart from one another on cargo rail 1 and are indicated by markings. You can turn the mounting element in the cargo rail to four positions: j To lock the mounting element N To insert or remove the cargo tie-down

ring, the belt reel or the telescoping rod

L To insert or remove the mounting

element

S To move the mounting element to the

next engaging point

X Turn mounting element 2 to L. X Insert mounting element 2 in cargo rail

1.

X Turn mounting element 2 until it engages

in position j. You should be able to feel mounting element 2 engage in cargo rail 1.

Inserting the cargo tie-down ring in the mounting element G Warning! The cargo tie-down rings should be subject to equal loads. Make sure to comply with the information provided in the loading instructions.

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1 Cargo tie-down ring 2 Mounting element X Turn mounting element 2 in the cargo rail

to L.

X Insert cargo tie-down ring 1 into mounting

element 2.

X Turn mounting element 2 until it engages

in position j. You should be able to feel mounting element 2 engage in the cargo rail.

Belt reel The belt reel can be used to tighten light- weight loads against the side wall of the cargo compartment, thus securing them from slipping.

1 Belt reel 2 Mounting element 3 Locking button X Insert two mounting elements 2 into a

cargo rail.

X Turn mounting element 2 in the cargo rail

to N.

X Insert belt reel 1 into mounting element

2.

X Turn mounting element 2 in the cargo rail

until it engages in position j. You should be able to feel mounting element 2 engage in the cargo rail.

X Press locking button 3 on belt reel 1 and

pull cargo belt out in direction of arrow.

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X Insert telescoping rod 1 into mounting

element 2.

X Turn mounting element 2 in the cargo rail

until it engages in position j. You should be able to feel mounting element 2 engage in the cargo rail.

Storage box in cargo compartment (wagon, Canada only) G Warning! When you are using the storage box in the cargo compartment, the seat backrests of the seats in front of it must be completely engaged to the rear, and the twin roller blind must be installed. Do not exceed the storage box’s maximum load of 44 lb (20 kg), as it could otherwise become detached during an accident or sharp braking maneuvers, and could injure you or other passengers.

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Loading and storing X Place load between the cargo belt and the

side wall of the cargo compartment.

X Press locking button 3 on belt reel 1.

With the other hand, slowly pull cargo belt over load until the load is properly secured.

Telescoping rod The telescoping rod can be used to tighten the load against the rear seats so as to secure it from slipping.

1 Telescoping rod 2 Mounting element X Insert one mounting element 2 into each

cargo rail.

X Turn mounting element 2 in the cargo rail

to N.

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The storage box in the cargo compartment is covered by the rear seat bench.

1 Storage box 2 Cargo compartment floor 3 Seat backrests 4 Locking hooks X Installing: Fold seat backrests 3 forward

(Y page 207).

X Insert storage box 1 from within the cargo compartment with the opening pointing in direction of travel.

X Press locking hooks 4 of storage box 1
into the space between seat backrests 3
and cargo compartment floor 2.

X Fold seat backrests 3 to the original

position (Y page 208).

Storage box 1 is additionally held in place from above by the twin roller blind. X Loading: Fold seat backrests 3 forward

(Y page 207).

X Fill storage box 1 with cargo through the

opening on the front side.

X Fold seat backrests 3 to the original

position (Y page 208).

X Removing: Fold seat backrests 3 forward

(Y page 207).

X Slide locking hooks 4 of storage box 1

forward out of the retainers.

X Pull storage box 1 to the rear and remove

it from cargo compartment.

X Fold seat backrest 3 to the original

position (Y page 208).

Twin roller blind (wagon) The twin roller blind contains a cargo net and a cargo compartment cover.

Cargo net G Warning! The cargo net cannot hold back heavy loads. The transported load should therefore always be tied down. Objects which are insufficiently secured could otherwise injure you if they are thrown around in the event of an accident, during hard braking or steering maneuvers.

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X Pull cargo net 1 up and hook it onto

mounting 2.

i You can use cargo net 1 even when the seat backrest is folded forward. Cargo net 1 should then be hooked onto the front mountings.

Cargo compartment cover To assist loading the cargo area when the cargo compartment cover is closed, the cover will be released and automatically raised/ lowered when opening/closing the tailgate. ! When loading the vehicle, make sure not

to load the cargo compartment over the lower edge of the side windows. The twin roller blind could otherwise be damaged when the tailgate is being closed.

1 Cargo net 2 Mounting for cargo net

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Removing the twin roller blind X Roll up cargo net and cargo compartment

cover 2.

Opening the cargo compartment floor

X Fold both rear seat cushions forward

(Y page 207).

X Fold the passenger-side rear seat backrest

forward (Y page 207).

X Fold the driver’s side rear seat backrest

forward (Y page 207).

X Push twin roller blind to the driver’s side out of its anchorage on the seat backrest and remove it.

Storage space under the cargo compartment floor (wagon, E 63 AMG only) The vehicle tool kit and jack are stored under the rear cargo compartment floor. A loading tray and a folding box are located under the front cargo compartment floor.

1 Front cargo compartment floor 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 3 Handle X Use handle 3 to open cargo compartment

floor 1 or 2.

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1 Handle 2 Cargo compartment cover Rolling up the cargo compartment cover X Use handle 1 to pull cargo compartment cover 2 down into the horizontal position. X Unhook cargo compartment cover 2 from its anchorages on the left and right sides. To do so, pull cargo compartment cover 2 slightly towards the rear and lower it. X Slowly guide cargo compartment cover

2 back until it stops.

Pulling out the cargo compartment cover X Pull out cargo compartment cover 2

towards the rear until it engages.

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Closing the rear cargo compartment floor

Closing the front cargo compartment floor X Swing front cargo compartment floor 1

downward.

X Push front cargo compartment floor 1

downward on handle 3 until it locks into place.

6 Pneumatic spring 7 Release button X Press release button 7 and swing rear cargo compartment floor 2 downward. X Push front cargo compartment floor 1

downward on handle 3 until it locks into place.

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2 Rear cargo compartment floor 4 Locking in place 5 Hooks 6 Pneumatic spring X Press rear cargo compartment floor 2

slightly forward 4. Pneumatic spring 6 engages, locking rear cargo compartment floor 2 in place.

i You can transport objects when the cargo compartment floor is open and hang light luggage items from hooks 5.

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Loading and storing Removing the rear cargo compartment floor

X Move rear cargo compartment floor 2 into an almost vertical position (to an angle of 85°).

i Rear cargo compartment floor 2 can

only be moved upwards out of the lug at an angle of 85°.

X Grip the top of rear cargo compartment

floor 2, raise left-hand side 1 and move it to the left out of lug 4 on the right-hand side.

Expanding the cargo compartment floor X Remove rear cargo compartment floor 2

(Y page 216).

X Open front cargo compartment floor 1.

1 Raising 2 Rear cargo compartment floor 3 Retainer 4 Moving out 5 Pneumatic spring 6 Release catch X Open rear cargo compartment floor 2

(Y page 214).

X Slide release catch 6 upward and remove pneumatic spring 5 from bolt by moving it to the left.

X Press pneumatic spring 5 into retainer

3.

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1 Front cargo compartment floor 2 Loading tray 3 Folding box 4 Crossbar 5 Release catch X Remove loading tray 2. X Slide release catch 5 all the way to the right and press left side of crossbar 4
upward.

X Pull crossbar 4 to the left away from the

guide tab and remove it.

Storage compartments G Warning! To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk/cargo compartment if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests (wagon). Do not place anything on the shelf below the rear window (sedan). Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects. Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident

1 Front cargo compartment floor 4 Crossbar 6 Retainer X Store crossbar 4 in a suitable place. To do so, insert crossbar 4 into the two retainers 6 on front cargo compartment floor 1. The two retainers 6 must be unlocked in order to remove crossbar 4. To do so, push the tabs at the bottom of retainer 6 forward. i You can store loading tray 2 under the rear or the front cargo compartment floor.

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Glove box

1 Compartment for mobile phone/glasses 2 Glove box lid release X Opening glove box: Push glove box lid

release 2.

X Opening compartment: Press on

compartment 1.

X Closing: Close compartment 1 first

before closing the glove box.

X Push glove box lid up until it engages. Locking and unlocking the glove box separately You can lock the glove box separately, e.g. when the vehicle is in the shop for service. The glove box can only be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key.

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to properly approximate the occupant weight category. The storage bag is intended for storing light-weight items only. Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the storage bag. In an accident, during hard braking, or sudden maneuvers, they could be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants. The storage bag cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident. Storage bags are located on the back of the front seats.

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Storage compartment in the rear armrest

$ Unlocking glove box % Locking glove box

Storage compartment in the rear center console

X Briefly press the top of the compartment.

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X Opening: Pull down the armrest. X Press the handle upwards and fold the rear

armrest lid up.

! Do not sit on or lean your body weight

against the armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it.

Storage bags G Warning! Do not place objects with a combined weight of more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) into the storage bag. Otherwise, the Occupant Classification System OCS may not be able

Useful features Cup holders G Warning! In order to help prevent spilling liquids on vehicle occupants and/or vehicle equipment, only use containers that fit into the cup holder. Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents, especially hot liquids, could spill during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident. Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury. Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident. Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Storage compartment with cup holder in the center armrest The storage compartment in the center armrest contains a removable cup holder.

1 Cover X Opening: Slide cover 1 in direction of

arrow.

i Roadside Assistance button p (Y page 226) and Information button ¡ (Y page 227) are located below cover 1.

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2 Cup holder 3 Storage compartment X Closing: Slide cover 1 back. i Cup holder 2 can be removed to

increase storage space and for cleaning.

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1 Cup holder 2 Locking pins X Removing cup holder: Depress locking

pins 2 and remove cup holder 1
upwards.

X Reinstalling cup holder: Insert cup

holder.

X Press both locking pins 3 outwards. ! Make sure the cup holder is correctly positioned in the guides while you are reinstalling it. Otherwise the cup holder can be damaged.

Cup holder in rear armrest

! Close the cup holder before folding the

armrest upwards. Otherwise you could damage the cup holder.

Cup holder in third-row seat (wagon)

X Opening: Briefly press the front of the cup

holder.

X Pull the cup holder until they engage.

X Opening: Briefly press the front of the rear

X Closing: Slide cup holder back until it

armrest.

engages.

3 Locking pins

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! Do not sit on or lean your body weight

against the armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it.

Glare through a door window

Sun visors G Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others.

5 Sun visor 6 Additional visor 7 Mounting X Close vanity mirror cover 3 if opened. X Disengage sun visor 5 from mounting

7.

X Pivot sun visor 5 to the side. X Adjust sun visor 5 by pushing or pulling in

direction of arrows.

X Flip down additional sun visor 6 when you

experience additional glare through the windshield.

1 Sun visor 2 Vanity mirror 3 Vanity mirror cover 4 Vanity mirror lamp

Glare through the windshield X Flip sun visor 1 down when you

experience glare.

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Vanity mirror The mirror lamp only functions when the sun visor is engaged in mounting. X Flip sun visor 1 down. X Lift up vanity mirror cover 3.

Vanity mirror lamp 4 comes on.

Roller sunblind in the rear doors (Canada only)

1 Tab 2 Holder X Extending: Pull on tab 1 and engage it in

holder 2.

X Retracting: Disengage tab 1 from holder

2 and guide retraction.

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Useful features ! Always guide the sunblind by hand. Do not let it snap back, as the retractor could be damaged.

Rear window sunshade (sedan) G Warning! When operating the rear window sunshade make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the extending or retracting procedure. The extending or retracting procedure can be immediately halted by briefly pressing rear window sunshade switch. To reverse direction of movement, press rear window sunshade switch again.

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G Observe Safety notes, see

page 62.

Ashtrays Center console ashtray G Warning! Remove front ashtray insert only with vehicle standing still.

1 Rear window sunshade switch Always extend the sunshade fully for its support against the window frame. X Switch on the ignition. X Extending/Retracting: Press rear window sunshade switch 1 briefly.

1 Cover 2 Sliding knob

X Opening: Briefly press the marking on the

bottom of cover 1.

X Removing ashtray insert: Secure vehicle

from movement by engaging the parking brake.

X Shift the automatic transmission into

neutral position N.

X Push sliding knob 2 to the right and hold.

X Grab and remove ashtray insert from

ashtray frame.

X Reinstalling ashtray insert: Push the

ashtray insert back into the frame until it engages.

X Closing: Push down cover 1.

Rear door ashtray

1 Ashtray release 2 Ashtray X Opening: Briefly press the top of ashtray

2.

X Removing ashtray insert: Pull ashtray

release 1 in direction of arrow.

X Remove ashtray insert upwards from

ashtray frame.

X Reinstalling ashtray insert: Push ashtray

insert back into ashtray frame until it engages.

X Closing: Push the top of ashtray 2.

Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. G Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only. Make sure any children traveling with you do not injure themselves or start a fire with the hot cigarette lighter. If the engine is off and the cigarette lighter is being used extensively, the vehicle battery may become discharged.

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1 Cigarette lighter X Switch on the ignition. X Open the cover (Y page 222). X Push in cigarette lighter 1.

Cigarette lighter 1 will pop out automatically when hot.

X Take out cigarette lighter 1. X Reinsert cigarette lighter 1 in its socket

after use.

! The lighter socket can be used to

accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum of 85 W) designed for use with the standard “cigarette lighter” plug type. Keep in mind, however, that connecting accessories to the lighter socket (for example extensive connecting and disconnecting, or using

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plugs that do not fit properly) can damage the lighter socket. With the socket damaged, the lighter may not function properly any longer.

Power outlets The power outlets can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (e.g. auxiliary lamps, mobile phone chargers) up to a maximum of 15 A (180 W). An additional power outlet is located on the left side in the trunk/cargo compartment. If the engine is off and the power outlets are being used extensively, the vehicle battery may become discharged. X Switch on the ignition.

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password to access the Tele Aid section in “Owner’s Online” at www.mbusa.com (USA only). The “My Tele Aid” section will give you access to account information, remote door unlock and more. The Tele Aid system is available if Rit has been activated and is operational.

Activation requires a subscription for monitoring services, connection and cellular air time.

Rvehicle battery power is available. Rthe relevant cellular phone network and GPS signals are available and pass the information on to the Response Center. i Location of the vehicle on a map is only

possible if the vehicle is able to receive signals from the GPS satellite network and pass the information on to the Response Center.

The Tele Aid system (Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand)

Rear center console

Tele Aid ! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed. To ensure your system is activated and operational, please press the ¡ button to perform the acquaintance call. Failure to complete either of these steps may 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).

Shortly after the completion of your Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a user ID and password in the mail. You may use this

The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response: RAutomatic and manual emergency RRoadside Assistance RInformation The Tele Aid system is operational providing that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not damaged, and cellular and GPS coverage is available. The Tele Aid system utilizes the cellular network for communication and the GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites for vehicle location. If either of these signals are unavailable, the Tele Aid system may not function and if this occurs, assistance must be summoned by other means. To adjust the speaker volume during a Tele Aid call do the following: X Press button æ or ç on the

multifunction steering wheel.

or X Use the adjustment button on your

COMAND system.

System self-test The system performs a self-test after you have switched on the ignition. G Warning! If the indicator lamps in the SOS button, in the Roadside Assistance button p and/ or in the Information button ¡ do not come on during the system self-test, or if any of these indicators remain illuminated constantly in red and/or the message Tele Aid Inoperative is displayed in the multifunction display after the system self- test, a malfunction in the system has been detected. If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as expected. In case of an emergency, help will have to be summoned by other means. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possible.

Emergency calls ! In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed.

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To ensure your system is activated and operational, please press the ¡ button to perform the acquaintance call. Failure to complete either of these steps may 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).

An emergency call is initiated automatically following an accident in which the Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) or air bags deploy. An emergency call can also be initiated manually (Y page 226). Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator lamp in the SOS button will begin to flash. The message Connecting Call appears in the multifunction display and the audio system or the COMAND system is muted. When the connection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. All information relevant to the emergency, such as the location of the vehicle (determined by the GPS satellite location system), vehicle model, identification number and color are generated. A voice connection between the Response Center and the occupants of the vehicle will 225

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Useful features be established automatically soon after the emergency call has been initiated. The Response Center will attempt to determine more precisely the nature of the emergency provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle. i If no vehicle occupant responds, an ambulance will be sent to the vehicle immediately. G Warning! If the indicator lamp in the SOS button is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an emergency call (e.g. the relevant cellular phone network is not available). The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display for approximately 10 seconds. Should this occur, assistance must be summoned by other means.

i The “911” emergency call system is a

public service. Using it without due cause is a criminal offense.

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Initiating an emergency call manually

1 Cover 2 SOS button X Briefly press on cover 1 to open. X Press SOS button 2 briefly.

The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded.

X Wait for a voice connection to the

Response Center.

X Close cover 1 after the emergency call is

concluded. G Warning! If you feel at any way in jeopardy when in the vehicle (e.g. smoke or fire in the vehicle, vehicle in a dangerous road location), please do not wait for voice contact after you have pressed the emergency button.

Carefully leave the vehicle and move to a safe location. The Response Center will automatically contact local emergency officials with the vehicle’s approximate location if they receive an automatic SOS signal and cannot make voice contact with the vehicle occupants.

Roadside Assistance button X Open the storage compartment

(Y page 219).

1 Roadside Assistance button p X Press and hold button p for longer than

2 seconds. A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The indicator lamp in the Roadside Assistance

button p will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display and the audio system or the COMAND system is muted.

When the connection is established, the message 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). i The COMAND system display indicates that a Tele Aid call is in progress. While the call is connected you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAV button on the COMAND system. Spoken commands are not available.

A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. X Describe the nature of the need for

assistance.

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For services such as

labor and/or towing, charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual for more information. The following is only available in the USA: Sign and Drive services: Services such as a jump start, a few gallons of fuel or the replacement of a flat tire with the vehicle spare tire are obtainable at no charge. i If the indicator lamp in the Roadside

Assistance button p is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate a Roadside Assistance call (e.g. the relevant cellular phone network is not available). The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display.

X Terminating calls: Press button t on

the multifunction steering wheel.

or X Press the respective button for ending a telephone call on the COMAND system.

Information button X Open the storage compartment

(Y page 219).

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1 Information button ¡ X Press and hold Information button ¡ for

longer than 2 seconds. A call to the Customer Assistance Center will be initiated. The indicator lamp in the Information button ¡ will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display and the COMAND system is muted.

When the connection is established, the message Call Connected appears in the multifunction display. The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number, model, color and location (subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals).

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Useful features i The COMAND system display indicates that a Tele Aid call is in progress. While the call is connected you can change to the navigation menu by pressing the NAV button on the COMAND system. Spoken commands are not available.

A voice connection between the Customer Assistance Center representative and the occupants of the vehicle will be established. Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com (USA only), log in to “Owner’s Online” and visit the “My Tele Aid” section to learn more. i If the indicator lamp in the Information button ¡ is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an Information call (e.g. the relevant cellular phone network is not available). The message Call Failed appears in the multifunction display.

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X Terminating calls: Press button t on

the multifunction steering wheel.

or X Press the respective button for ending a telephone call on the COMAND system.

Call priority If other service calls such as a Roadside Assistance call or Information call are active, an emergency call is still possible. In this case, the emergency call will take priority and override all other active calls. The indicator lamp in the respective button flashes until the call is concluded. Emergency calls can only be terminated by a Response Center or Customer Assistance Center representative. All other calls can be terminated by pressing button t on the multifunction steering wheel or the respective button for ending a telephone call on the COMAND system. i When a Tele Aid call has been initiated, the COMAND system audio is muted. The mobile phone is no longer connected to the COMAND system. If you must use this phone, we recommend that you use it only

with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location.

Destination Download to the COMAND system i The components and operating principles of the COMAND system can be found in the separate COMAND operating instructions. Destination Download allows you access to a database of over 10 million points of interest (POIs) that can be downloaded to your vehicle’s navigation system. If you know the destination, the address can be downloaded, or can be provided with points of interests near your location. The Response Center can transmit destination data to the COMAND system during the connection with the Roadside Assistance or Customer Assistance Center. The transmitted data can contain address details for a Mercedes-Benz Center or POIs.

Route guidance You will be prompted to confirm that route guidance to the entered address is to be started. X Select Yes using button ( or & on

the COMAND system.

X Press button C on the COMAND system

to confirm.

The system calculates the route and subsequently starts the route guidance to the defined address. i If you select No, you can save the address

to your address book.

i The Destination Download feature is available if the relevant mobile phone network is available and data connection is possible.

Search and Send i In order to utilize Search & Send your vehicle must be equipped with Tele Aid, Navigation, and an active Tele Aid subscription.

“Search & Send” is a navigation destination address entry service. A destination address located using Google Maps® or Yahoo Local

Maps® website can be delivered via Tele Aid directly to the navigation system in your vehicle. Specify and Send a Destination Address i Please refer to any specific instructions

provided by either website regarding entering or sending an address. Each website functions differently and is subject to change.

X Go to www.maps.google.com or

www.maps.yahoo.com and enter a destination address in the address entry field.

X Depending on which website you are using, click on the appropriate button to send the destination address to your Tele Aid account email address.

X Enter the email address you specified when you activated your Tele Aid account in the appropriate field when the “Send” dialog box appears. X Click “Send”. Retrieve Destination Address X Press the Tele Aid Information button to

begin the download of the destination

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address to your vehicle’s navigation system.

i If you have sent more than one

destination address to your vehicle you must make one Information call for each destination address download.

X Select Yes when the message appears

asking if you would like to start navigation. This will open the start navigation screen.

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X Select Start. or X Select No if you wish to save the

downloaded destination address in the From Memory destination list for future use.

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The Response Center will then unlock your vehicle with the remote door unlocking feature. i The remote door unlock feature is

available if the relevant cellular phone network is available. The SOS button will flash and the message Call Connected will appear in the multifunction display to indicate receipt of the door unlock command. Once the vehicle is unlocked, a Response Center specialist will attempt to establish voice contact with the vehicle occupants. If the trunk/tailgate recessed handle was pulled for more than 20 seconds before door unlock authorization was received by the Response Center, you must wait 15 minutes before pulling the trunk/ tailgate recessed handle again.

i Destination addresses will download in

the same order they were sent. If you have multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with Tele Aid and active accounts, each destination address sent will be retrievable by all vehicles associated with the e-mail address you specified for your Tele Aid account.

Remote door unlock In case you have locked your vehicle unintentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the reserve SmartKey is not available: X Contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). You will be asked to provide your password.

X Then return to your vehicle at the time arranged with the Response Center and pull the trunk/tailgate recessed handle for a minimum of 20 seconds until the indicator lamp in the SOS button is flashing. The message Connecting Call appears in the multifunction display.

As an alternative, you may unlock the vehicle via Internet in the “My Tele Aid” section of “Owner’s Online”, using your ID and password (USA only).

Stolen Vehicle Recovery services In the event your vehicle was stolen: X Report the incident to the police.

The police will issue a numbered incident report.

X Pass this number on to the Response

Center along with your password. The Response Center will then attempt to covertly contact the vehicle’s Tele Aid system. Once the vehicle is located, the Response Center will contact the local law enforcement and you. The vehicle’s location will only be provided to law enforcement.

i If the anti-theft alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and GPS coverage are available. See “Anti-theft alarm system” (Y page 76).

Garage door opener The integrated remote control can operate up to three separately controlled devices compatible with HomeLink® or some other systems. G Warning! Before programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator, make sure people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent potential harm or damage. When programming a garage door opener, the door moves up or down. When programming a gate operator, the gate opens or closes. Do not use the integrated remote control with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door that cannot detect an object - signaling the door to stop and reverse - does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. When programming a garage door opener, park vehicle outside the garage.

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Useful features Do not run the engine while programming the integrated remote control. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death.

Interior rear view mirror with integrated remote control 234 Signal transmitter button

Indicator lamp

Hand-held remote control (not part of vehicle equipment) Hand-held remote control button

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Useful features Programming the integrated remote control X Step 1: Switch on the ignition. X Step 2: If you have previously programmed

a signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3.

or X If you are programming the integrated

remote control for the first time, press and hold the two outer signal transmitter buttons 2 and 4 and release them when indicator lamp 1 begins to flash after approximately 20 seconds. Do not hold the button for longer than 30 seconds. This procedure erases any previous settings for all three channels and initializes the memory. If you later wish to program a second and/or third hand-held transmitter to the remaining two signal transmitter buttons, do not repeat this step and begin directly with step 3.

X Step 3: Hold the end of hand-held remote control 5 of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 12 in (5 to 30 cm) away from the signal transmitter button (2, 3
or 4) to be programmed, while keeping indicator lamp 1 in view.

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X Step 4: Using both hands, simultaneously press hand-held remote control button 6
and the desired signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release the buttons until step 5 is completed. Indicator lamp 1 will flash, first slowly and then rapidly.

i Indicator lamp 1 flashes immediately

the first time the signal transmitter button is programmed. If this button has already been programmed, the indicator lamp will start flashing after 20 seconds.

X Step 5: After indicator lamp 1 changes

from a slow to a rapidly flashing light, release the hand-held remote control button and the signal transmitter button.

X Step 6: Press and hold the just-trained

signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) and observe indicator lamp 1. If indicator lamp 1 stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the respective signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) is pressed and released.

i If indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly for

approximately 2 seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with

programming steps 8 through 12 as your garage door opener may be equipped with the “rolling code” feature.

X Step 7: To program the remaining two

signal transmitter buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.

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 (steps 1 through 6) of this text. A second person may make the following training procedures quicker and easier. X Step 8: Locate the “training” button on the

garage door opener motor head unit.

i Exact location and color of the button may

vary by garage door opener brand. Depending on manufacturer, the “training” button may also be referred to as “learn”or “smart” button. If there is difficulty locating the transmitting button, refer to the garage door opener Operator’s Manual.

X Step 9: Press the “training” button on the

garage door opener motor head unit. The “training light” is activated.

You have 30 seconds to initiate the following two steps.

X Step 10: Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for 2 seconds and release the programmed signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4).

X Step 11: Press, hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button a second time to complete the training process.

i Some garage door openers (or other

rolling code equipped devices) may require you to press, hold for 2 seconds and release the same signal transmitter button a third time to complete the training process.

X Step 12: Confirm the garage door

operation by pressing the programmed signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). X Step 13: To program the remaining two

signal transmitter buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.

Gate operator/Canadian programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for the integrated

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i Upon completion of programming the

integrated remote control, make sure you retain the hand-held remote control that came with the garage door opener, gate operator or other device. You may need it for use in other vehicles, for future programming of an integrated remote control, or simply for continued use as a hand-held remote control to operate the respective device in other situations.

Reprogramming a single signal transmitter button To program a device using a signal transmitter button previously trained, follow these steps: X Switch on the ignition. X Press and hold the desired signal

transmitter button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release the button. Indicator lamp 1 will begin to flash after