2009 Mercedes-benz E Class Owners Manual

stay away from under the vehicle when lowering the vehicle chassis. Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to increase vehicle safety and to reduce fuel consumption. You can choose between raised or normal level. The vehicle chassis ride height is raised or lowered according to the selected level setting and to the vehicle speed. At a speed exceeding approximately 68 mph (110 km/h) with normal level set or exceeding 75 mph (120 km/h) with raised level set, the ride height is reduced automatically. With decreasing speed, the ride height is again raised to the normal level. i These height adjustment are so small that

you may not notice any change.

Select the raised level only when required by current driving conditions. Otherwise, the handling may be impaired and the fuel consumption may increase.

The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running: Ride height Vehicle level when increase over stationary normal None

Suspension tuning Use for

Indicator lamp (Y page 174)

Lamp off

Comfort

Normal

Normal

Raised

Raised

Lamp off

Lamp on

Sport 1 or 2

Comfort

Lamp on

Sport 1 or 2

For driving on normal roads For driving on normal roads For driving on rough roads or with snow chains For driving on rough roads or with snow chains

None

Approx.. 0.8 in (20 mm)

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Automatic lowering

Max. approx. 0.4 in (10 mm) Max. approx. 0.6 in (15 mm) Max. approx. 1.2 in (30 mm)

Approx.. 0.8 in (20 mm)

Max. approx. 1.4 in (35 mm)

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1 Vehicle level control switch 2 Indicator lamp X Start the engine. X Briefly press switch 1 to change from

normal level to raised level. When vehicle is at raised level, pressing switch 1 will return the vehicle to normal level.

The setting raised is canceled and the vehicle is lowered to the normal level automatically if the vehicle speed is above 75 mph (120 km/h) or if the vehicle speed stays between 50 mph (80 km/h) and 75 mph (120 km/h) for approximately 5 minutes. Indicator lamp 2 in switch 1 goes out. If you do not drive in this speed range, the selected vehicle level setting remains stored

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! Do not tow with one axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground.

! Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two-axle dynamometer. If such tests are necessary, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system and/or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

i In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the 4MATIC is only achieved with winter tires (Y page 272) or snow chains as required.

in memory even if the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch.

All-wheel drive (4MATIC) Your vehicle is equipped with all-wheel drive (4MATIC). Both, the front and rear axles, are powered at all times when the vehicle is being operated. The 4MATIC improves traction in conjunction with the ESP® (Y page 72) and the Electronic Traction System (ETS/4-ETS) (Y page 73). G Warning! If a drive wheel is spinning due to insufficient traction: RWhile driving off, apply as little throttle as

possible.

RWhile driving, ease up on the accelerator

pedal.

RAdapt your speed and driving style to the

prevailing road conditions.

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid. The 4MATIC cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed.

Parktronic system The Parktronic system is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors designed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. It indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle visually and audibly. The Parktronic system is activated automatically when you Rswitch on the ignition

and

Rrelease the parking brake

and

Rthe automatic transmission is in drive position D, reverse gear R, or neutral position N

The Parktronic system deactivates at speeds above approximately 11 mph (18 km/h). At lower speeds, the Parktronic system switches on again. The Parktronic system also deactivates when you shift the automatic transmission into park position P or engage the parking brake. The Parktronic system monitors the surroundings of your vehicle with six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper.

1 Sensors in the front bumper To function properly, the sensors must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean the sensors regularly, being careful not to scratch or damage the sensors, see “Cleaning the Parktronic system sensors” (Y page 285). G Warning! The Parktronic is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains with the driver. G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in or near the area in which you are parking/ maneuvering. Otherwise, they could be injured.

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Driving systems ! Special attention must be paid to objects

with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes (e.g. trailer couplings, painted posts, elevated crossbars or road curbs). Such objects may not be detected by the system and can damage the vehicle. During parking maneuvers, pay special attention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors (e.g. street curbs, painted posts, or trailer hitches etc.). The Parktronic system will not detect such objects at close range and damage to your vehicle or the object may result.

! Ultrasonic signals from outside sources

(e.g. truck air brakes, car wash, or jackhammers) may impair the operation of the Parktronic system.

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Rear sensors Center Corners

approx. 48 in (120 cm) approx. 32 in (80 cm)

Minimum distance Center Corners

approx. 8 in (20 cm) approx. 6 in (15 cm)

If the Parktronic system detects an obstacle in this range, all the distance warning segments illuminate and you hear a warning signal. If the obstacle is closer than the minimum distance, the actual distance may no longer be indicated by the Parktronic system.

Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the driver the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle.

Front area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness indicators

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Driving systems Range of the sensors

Front sensors Center Corners

approx. 40 in (100 cm) approx. 24 in (60 cm)

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Driving systems into drive position D, or park position P, or the parking brake is engaged.

Warning indicator

Front area activated Front and rear area activated

Switching the Parktronic system on/off The Parktronic system switches on automatically when the ignition is switched on.

Current transmission position R or N

Rear area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five yellow and two red distance segments for either side of the vehicle. The Parktronic system is ready to measure when the yellow readiness indicators 3 are illuminated. The current transmission position determines which warning indicator will be activated.

As your vehicle approaches an object, one or more distance segments will illuminate, depending on the distance. When the seventh distance segment illuminates, you have reached the minimum distance. RFront area: An intermittent acoustic

warning will sound as the first red distance segment illuminates and a constant acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 2 seconds will sound for the second red distance segment. The signal is canceled when the automatic transmission is shifted into park position P or the parking brake is engaged.

RRear area: An intermittent acoustic

warning will sound as the first red distance segment illuminates and a constant acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 2 seconds will sound for the second red distance segment. The signal is canceled when the automatic transmission is shifted

1 Parktronic switch 2 Indicator lamp X Switching off Parktronic system: Press

Parktronic switch 1. Indicator lamp 2 comes on.

X Switching on Parktronic system: Press

Parktronic switch 1 again.

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X Switch off the ignition. X Clean the Parktronic system sensors

(Y page 285).

X Switch on the ignition.

or

X Check the Parktronic system operation at another location to rule out interference from outside radio or ultrasonic signals.

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Driving systems Parktronic system malfunction There is a malfunction in the Parktronic system, if only the red distance segments illuminate and an acoustic warning sounds. The Parktronic system will switch off automatically after 20 seconds and indicator lamp 2 in Parktronic switch 1 comes on. X Have the Parktronic system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

If only the red distance segments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds, the Parktronic system sensors are dirty (e.g. dirt, ice, snow and slush) or there is an interference from other radio or ultrasonic signals (e.g. truck air brakes, car wash, or jackhammers). The Parktronic system will switch off automatically after 20 seconds and indicator lamp 2 in Parktronic switch 1
comes on.

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Climate control system Overview of climate control system functions Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Dual-zone automatic climate control 4-zone automatic climate control

Rear climate control

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The dual-zone automatic climate control combines an automatic heating and ventilation system with a cooling system. You can adjust the dual-zone automatic climate control separately for the driver’s and passenger side.

The 3-zone automatic climate control combines an automatic heating and ventilation system with a cooling system. You can adjust the 3-zone automatic climate control separately for each zone in the vehicle.

The rear climate control allows separate climate settings for the rear compartment.

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Climate control system Control panels Dual-zone automatic climate control

Function

1 Temperature control, driver’s side 2 y Front defroster

3 Q Increasing air volume

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Recommendation/Notes i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield

or the side windows are clear again.

(Y page 186) (Y page 190)

(Y page 190)

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Function

4 Display 5 © Air distribution 6 ¯ Rear window defroster

7 Temperature control, passenger side 8 MAX COOL on/off (USA only)

T Residual heat/ventilation (Canada only)

9 2 AC cooling on/off

a ª Air distribution a ´ Climate control on/off

b ß Decreasing air volume c , Air recirculation

Recommendation/Notes

i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up.

i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†).

i Switches on the air conditioning. The indicator lamp

in button 2 comes on.

i Switches on the climate control system. Display

4 comes on.

i Only use this function for a short time, e.g. in a

tunnel. Otherwise, the windows can fog up due to lack of fresh air.

d U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) i Switches on the automatic mode. AUTO appears in

display.

(Y page 189) (Y page 193)

(Y page 186) (Y page 191) (Y page 192) (Y page 185)

(Y page 189) (Y page 185)

(Y page 190) (Y page 192)

(Y page 186)

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Climate control system 4-zone automatic climate control

Function

1 Air distribution, driver’s side 2 y Front defroster

3 $ Temperature control, driver’s side, raising 4 Display

Recommendation/Notes

i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield

or the side windows are clear again. i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†).

(Y page 189) (Y page 190)

(Y page 186)

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Function

5 $ Temperature control, passenger side, raising 6 ¯ Rear window defroster

7 Air distribution, passenger side 8 U Air distribution and air volume, passenger side

(automatic mode)

9 2 AC cooling on/off

Recommendation/Notes i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). i At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up.

i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator

lamp in button U comes on.

i Switches on the air conditioning. The indicator lamp

in button 2 comes on.

a % Temperature control, passenger side, lowering i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). b 5 Rear air-conditioning remote control (USA only)

Ñ Rear air-conditioning remote control (Canada only)

c Q Increasing air volume d ´ Climate control on/off

e · Decreasing air volume f MAX COOL on/off (USA only)

i Switches on the climate control system. The

indicator lamp in button ´ goes out.

T Residual heat/ventilation (Canada only)

i With the engine turned off, it is possible to continue

to heat or ventilate the interior.

(Y page 186) (Y page 193)

(Y page 189) (Y page 186)

(Y page 185)

(Y page 186) (Y page 186)

(Y page 190) (Y page 185)

(Y page 190) (Y page 191) (Y page 192)

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Function

g % Temperature control, driver’s side, lowering h , Air recirculation

Recommendation/Notes i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). i Only use this function for a short time, e.g. in a

tunnel. Otherwise, the windows can fog up due to lack of fresh air.

(Y page 186) (Y page 192)

j U Air distribution and air volume, driver’s side

(automatic mode)

i Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator

lamp in button U comes on.

(Y page 186)

Rear climate control

Display

1Á Temperature control, left, raising 3Á Temperature control, right, raising 4Â Temperature control, right, lowering 5Â Temperature control, left, lowering

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Notes on climate control system The climate control system is operational whenever the engine is running. You can operate the climate control system in either the automatic or manual mode. The system cools or heats the interior depending on the selected interior temperature and the current outside temperature. It can only function optimally when you are driving with the windows, the tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel closed. Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system.

G Warning! Severe conditions (e.g. strong air pollution) may require replacement of the filter before its scheduled replacement interval. A clogged filter will reduce the air volume to the interior and the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others. Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the A/C mode (Y page 185) is deactivated. G Warning! Follow the recommended settings for heating and cooling given on the following pages. Otherwise the windows could fog

up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others.

X Keep the air intake grille in front of the

windshield free of snow and debris.

Do not obstruct air flow by placing objects on the air flow-through exhaust slots below the rear window. i If the vehicle interior is hot, ventilate the

interior before driving off, see “Summer opening feature” (Y page 122). The climate control will then adjust the interior temperature to the set value much faster.

Deactivating the climate control system G Warning! When the climate control system is switched off, the outside air supply and circulation are also switched off. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others.

Dual-zone automatic climate control X Deactivating: Press button ´.

OFF appears in display 5 (Y page 180).

X Reactivating: Press button ´.

Display 5 comes on. The previous settings are once again in effect.

4-zone automatic climate control X Deactivating: Press button ´.

0 appears in display 4 (Y page 182).

X Reactivating: Press button ´.

Display 4 comes on. The previous settings are once again in effect.

Air conditioning The air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the interior air to the temperature set by the operator. In addition, the air conditioning dehumidifies the interior air and helps prevent window fogging. G Warning! If you switch off the cooling function, the vehicle will not be cooled when weather conditions are warm. The windows can fog

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up more quickly. Window fogging may impair visibility and endanger you and others.

i Condensation may drip out from

underneath the vehicle. This is normal and not an indication of a malfunction.

Deactivating It is possible to deactivate the air conditioning. The interior air will then no longer be cooled or dehumidified. X Press button 2.

The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The cooling function switches off after a short delay.

Activating Moist air can fog up the windows. You can dehumidify the interior air with the air conditioning. X Press button 2.

The indicator lamp in the button comes on.

The air conditioning uses the refrigerant R134a. This refrigerant is free of CFCs which are harmful to the ozone layer.

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Climate control system Automatic mode When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, the interior air temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. In automatic mode, cooling with dehumidification is switched on. This function can be switched off if necessary. G Warning! If you switch off the cooling function, the vehicle will not be cooled when weather conditions are warm. The windows can fog up more quickly. Window fogging may impair visibility and endanger you and others.

Dual-zone automatic climate control X Set the desired temperature

(Y page 186).

X Activating: Press button U.

The AUTO indicator for automatic air volume and air distribution in display 4
(Y page 180) comes on. The air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. X Deactivating: Press button · or Q. The AUTO indicator for air volume in display 4 (Y page 180) goes out. The automatic operation of air volume switches off, and

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air volume is controlled according to the desired setting. Automatic air distribution remains switched on.

or X Press air distribution control rocker switch

© or ª (Y page 180). The AUTO indicator for air distribution in display 4 goes out. The automatic operation of air distribution switches off, and air distribution is controlled according to the desired position. Automatic air volume remains switched on.

desired setting. Automatic air distribution remains switched on.

or X Turn air distribution control 1 or 7

(Y page 182) on each side of the passenger compartment to the desired symbol. The indicator lamp in the corresponding button goes out. Automatic air distribution is switched off in the corresponding zone, and air distribution is controlled according to the desired position. Automatic air volume remains switched on.

4-zone automatic climate control X Set the desired temperature

(Y page 186).

X Activating: Press button U.

The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The AUTO indicator for automatic air volume and air distribution in display 4
(Y page 182) comes on. The air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. X Deactivating: Press button · or Q. The AUTO indicator for air volume in display 4 (Y page 182) goes out. The automatic operation of air volume switches off, and air volume is controlled according to the

Setting temperature Dual-zone automatic climate control You can adjust the air temperature on each side of the passenger compartment. You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments, preferably starting at 72‡ (22†). X Increasing/decreasing: Turn

temperature controls 1 and 7
(Y page 180) slightly clockwise or counterclockwise.

Rear zones X Press button 511 or Ñ12.

Display 4 (Y page 182) comes on.

X Increasing/decreasing: Press button

Á or  until the desired temperature appears in display 4. After approximately 5 seconds after the last adjustment, display 4 switches back to its standard display.

i You can also press button 5 or Ñ once more to switch back to the standard display.

Rear climate control panel You can adjust the air temperature on each side of the rear passenger compartment. You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments, preferably starting at 72‡ (22†). X Increasing/decreasing: Press button

Á or  until the desired temperature appears in display 2 (Y page 184).

4-zones automatic climate control You can set the air temperature for each of the 4 zones separately. You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments, preferably starting at 72‡ (22†).

Front zones X Increasing/decreasing: Press button

Á or  until the desired temperature appears in display 4 (Y page 182).

11 USA only 12 Canada only

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Adjusting air vents G Warning! When operating the climate control, the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents can be very hot or very cold (depending on the set temperature). This may cause burns or frostbite to unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents. Always keep sufficient distance between unprotected parts of the body and the air vents. If necessary, use the air distribution adjustment to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of unprotected skin. For best possible performance of the climate control: X Keep the air intake grille in front of the

windshield free of snow, leaves, sticks, and any other debris.

X Always keep all air vents and grilles in the

passenger compartment free from obstruction.

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Climate control system i For draft-free ventilation, move the

adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position.

Center air vents

1 Left center air vent, adjustable 2 Right center air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for

adjustable right center air vent

4 Thumbwheel for air volume control for

adjustable left center air vent

X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheels 3

and 4 upward or downward.

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Side air vents

Rear center console air vents

Example illustration driver’s side 1 Left side defroster air vent, fixed 2 Left side air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for

adjustable left side air vent

X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel 3

upward or downward.

Example illustration: Dual-zone automatic climate control 1 Left rear center air vent, adjustable 2 Right rear center air vent, adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for

right rear center air vent

4 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left

rear center air vent

X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel 3 or

4 upward or downward.

B-pillar air vents

Adjusting air distribution Dual-zone automatic climate control The air distribution can be adjusted manually. The symbols located in display 4
(Y page 180) represent the following functions: Symbol b Directs air into the entire

Function

vehicle interior

Vehicles with 4-zone automatic climate control only 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for

side air vent

2 Side air vent, adjustable X Opening/closing: Turn thumbwheel 1 to

the left or to the right.

c Directs air to the windshield, through the side air vents and cockpit air vent (Canada only) Z Directs air to the windshield and

through the side defroster air vents

X Directs air to the windshield,

through the side air vents and to the footwells

a Directs air through the cockpit (Canada only), center, side and rear passenger compartment air vents

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Function

Symbol Y Directs air to the footwells d Directs air to the footwells and

through the side air vents

X Press air distribution control rocker switch

© or ª until the desired symbol appears in display 4 (Y page 180). The AUTO indicator for automatic air distribution in display 4 goes out. The automatic mode is switched off, and air distribution is controlled according to the desired setting.

4-zone automatic climate control The air distribution can be adjusted separately on each side of the passenger compartment. The symbols on the buttons represent the following functions:

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Function

Climate control system Symbol Z Directs air through the center, side and defroster air vents to the windshield and side windows

a Directs air through the Cockpit (Canada only), center, side and rear passenger compartment air vents

X Directs air into the entire

vehicle interior

Y Directs air to the footwells

X Turn air distribution controls 1 and 7

(Y page 182) on each side of the passenger compartment to the desired symbol. The indicator lamp in the corresponding button goes out and the automatic mode is switched off for the corresponding side. The air distribution is adjusted according to the chosen setting.

You can also turn the air distribution control to a position between two symbols.

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Adjusting air volume X Decrease/increase: Press button · or

Q.

Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield, for example if it is iced up. You can also defog the windshield and the side windows. i Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the side windows are clear again.

Dual-zone automatic climate control X Activating: Press button y.

The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The climate control switches to the following functions automatically: Rcooling on to dehumidify Rmost efficient blower speed and heating

power, depending on outside temperature Rair flows onto the windshield and the front

side windows

Rthe air recirculation mode is switched off

X Deactivating: Press button y again.

The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The previous settings are once again in effect. The cooling remains switched on. The air recirculation remains switched off.

or X Press button U.

The indicator lamp in button y goes out. Air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically.

or X Turn temperature controls 1 or 7

(Y page 180) clockwise or counterclockwise.

or X Press button Q or ·.

4-zone automatic climate control X Activating: Press button y.

The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The climate control switches to the following functions automatically: Rcooling on to dehumidify Rmost efficient blower speed and heating

power, depending on outside temperature

Rair flows onto the windshield and the front

side windows

Rthe air recirculation mode is switched off i You can adjust the air volume, air

distribution and interior air temperature when the front defroster is switched on. X Deactivating: Press button y again.

The indicator lamp in the button goes out. The previous settings are once again in effect. The cooling remains switched on. The air recirculation remains switched off.

or X Press button U.

The indicator lamp in button y goes out. Air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically.

4-zone automatic climate control X Switch the windshield wipers on

(Y page 118).

X Turn air distribution controls 1 and 7

(Y page 182) to a or Y.

Maximum cooling MAX COOL MAX COOL is only operational when the engine is running. MAX COOL is only available in U.S. vehicles. You can use this setting to provide the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle interior (when windows and tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/ sliding panel are closed). X Activating: Press button 813

(Y page 180) or f14 (Y page 182). MAX

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Climate control system COOL appears in display 4 (Y page 180) or (Y page 182).

The air conditioning switches automatically to the following functions: Rmaximum cooling Rmaximum blowing power Rthe air recirculation mode is switched on X Deactivating: Press button 8 or f again.

MAX COOL disappears in display 4. The previous settings are once again in effect.

i To switch the maximum cooling function off, you can also press button ´, U, y or ¯.

Windshield fogged on the outside Dual-zone automatic climate control X Switch the windshield wipers on

(Y page 118).

X Press button © or ª until the setting a, d or Y appears in display 4
(Y page 180).

13 Vehicles with dual-zone automatic climate control 14 Vehicles with 4-zone automatic climate control

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Climate control system Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to prevent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside (e. g. before driving through a tunnel). This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment. G Warning! Fogged windows impair visibility, endangering you and others. If the windows begin to fog on the inside, switching off the air recirculation mode immediately should clear interior window fogging. If interior window fogging persists, make sure the air conditioning is activated, or press button y.

X Activating: Press button ,.

The indicator lamp in the button comes on.

i The air recirculation mode is activated

automatically at high outside temperatures and if the concentration of carbon monoxide (CO) and nitrogen oxide in the outside air increases, for example in a tunnel.

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The indicator lamp in button , is not lit when the air recirculation mode is switched on automatically. A quantity of outside air is added after approximately 30 minutes.

X Deactivating: Press button , again.

The indicator lamp in the button goes out.

i The manually selected air recirculation

mode is deactivated automatically: Rafter 5 minutes if the outside

temperature is below approximately 41‡ (5†)

Rafter 5 minutes if the air conditioning is

turned off

Rafter 30 minutes if the outside

temperature is above approximately 41‡ (5†)

Residual heat and ventilation This feature is only available in Canada vehicles. With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. i If you switch on the residual heat function when outside temperatures are high, only the ventilation will be switched on.

i Regardless of the selected air volume, the

blower operates at low speed.

i How long the system will provide heating depends on the coolant temperature and the selected temperature. The blower will run at speed setting 1 regardless of the air volume control setting.

X Activating: Switch off the ignition. X Press button T.

The indicator lamp in the button comes on.

X Deactivating: Press button T.

The indicator lamp in the button goes out.

The residual heat is deactivated automatically: Rwhen the ignition is switched on Rafter approximately 30 minutes Rif the battery voltage drops Rif the coolant temperature is too low

Rear window defroster

G Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driving. Visibility could otherwise be impaired, endangering you and others. The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimum, switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear. The defroster is switched off automatically after some time of operation depending on the outside temperature. X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Press button ¯ on the

respective climate control panel. The indicator lamp in the button comes on. X Switching off: Press button ¯ again. ! If the rear window defroster switches off

too soon and the indicator lamp starts flashing, too many electrical consumers are operating simultaneously and there is insufficient voltage in the battery. The system responds automatically by switching the rear window defroster off.

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Rear window defroster

As soon as the battery has sufficient voltage, the rear window defroster switches back on automatically.

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Power tilt/sliding sunroof Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening/ closing procedure. The tilt/sliding sunroof is equipped with the express operation and automatic reversal function. If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked during the closing procedure, the tilt/sliding sunroof will stop and open slightly. The tilt/sliding sunroof operates differently when the sunroof switch is pressed and held. See the “Closing when the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked” section for details. The opening/closing procedure of the tilt/ sliding sunroof can be immediately halted by releasing the sunroof switch or, if the sunroof switch was moved past the resistance point and released, by moving the sunroof switch in any direction.

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G Observe Safety notes, see page 62. G Warning! The tilt/sliding sunroof 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. 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 sunroof. Do not open the tilt/sliding sunroof if there is snow or ice on the roof, as this could result in malfunctions. If you cannot open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof due to a malfunction contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

! Please keep in mind that weather

conditions can sometimes change rapidly. Make sure to close the tilt/sliding sunroof 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.

i You can also open or close the tilt/sliding

sunroof using the SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO function, see “Summer opening feature” (Y page 122) and “Convenience closing feature” (Y page 123).

Sunroof switch 1 Raising 2 Opening 3 Closing

With the sunroof closed or raised, you can slide the sunroof screen forward and back.

Sunroof screen X Switch on the ignition.

Opening X Opening manually: Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2.

X Release the sunroof switch when the

desired position is reached.

X Express operation: To open the tilt/ sliding sunroof completely, press the sunroof switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 and release.

X Stopping during express operation:

Move the sunroof switch in any direction.

i Express opening is not available when the

tilt/sliding sunroof is raised. The tilt/ sliding sunroof must be closed first.

i When the tilt/sliding sunroof 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 sunroof or open a window slightly.

Raising X Raising manually: Press and hold the

sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 1.

X Release the sunroof switch when the

desired position is reached.

X Express operation: To raise the tilt/ sliding sunroof completely, press the sunroof switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 and release.

X Stopping during express operation:

Move the sunroof switch in any direction. i Express raising is not available when the tilt/sliding sunroof is open. The tilt/sliding sunroof must be closed first.

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Closing X Closing manually: Pull and hold the

sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 3.

X Release the sunroof switch when the

desired position is reached.

X Express operation: To close the tilt/

sliding sunroof completely, pull the sunroof switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow 3 and release.

X Stopping during express operation:

Move the sunroof switch in any direction.

Closing when the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked G Warning! Make sure that nobody can become trapped and be seriously or even fatally injured when closing the tilt/sliding sunroof with greater force or without automatic reversal function.

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Power tilt/sliding sunroof If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked during the closing procedure (e. g. by ice or pollution), the tilt/sliding sunroof will stop and open slightly. However, the tilt/ sliding sunroof will exert greater force before reversing than when the tilt/sliding sunroof is closed in express operation. Please exercise caution! X Immediately after the tilt/sliding sunroof has stopped because it was blocked, pull the sunroof switch in direction of arrow 3 until the tilt/sliding sunroof is fully closed.

If the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked again and opens slightly: X Immediately after the tilt/sliding sunroof

was blocked, pull the sunroof switch in direction of arrow 3 until the tilt/sliding sunroof is fully closed. G Warning! Pulling and holding the sunroof switch to close the tilt/sliding sunroof immediately after it had been blocked two times will cause the tilt/sliding sunroof to close without any reversal function for as long as you hold the sunroof switch.

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tilt/sliding sunroof is fully raised at the rear.

X Keep holding the sunroof switch in

direction of arrow 1 for approximately 1 second.

X Check the express operation feature

(Y page 195). If the tilt/sliding sunroof opens and closes completely, the roof is synchronized. Otherwise repeat the above steps.

Synchronizing The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchronized Rafter the battery has been disconnected or

discharged

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

smoothly

! If the tilt/sliding sunroof cannot be closed

or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance.

X Vehicles with SmartKey: Switch off the

ignition and 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 fuse for the tilt/sliding sunroof

from the fuse box (Y page 375). X Reinsert the fuse in the fuse box. X Switch on the ignition. X Press and hold the sunroof switch in

direction of arrow 1 (Y page 194) until the

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Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel (sedan) Extending and retracting the roller sunblinds The roller sunblinds only operate with the tilt/ sliding panel closed. The front and rear roller sunblind cannot be operated individually. G Warning! When extending the roller sunblinds, make sure no one is in danger of being injured by the extending procedure. The extending of the roller sunblinds can be immediately halted by releasing the switch.

Roof panel switch 1 Retracting 2 Extending

Roller sunblinds switch, rear 1 Retracting 2 Extending X Switch on the ignition. X Retracting/Extending: Move the roof

panel switch to the resistance point in the required direction of arrow 1 or 2 until the roller sunblinds have reached their desired position.

X Express retracting: Push the roof panel

switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 and release. The roller sunblinds retract completely. X Stopping during express retracting:

Move the roof panel switch in any direction.

Opening and closing the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel G Warning! When opening or closing the tilt/sliding panel, make sure there is no danger of 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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Loading and storing

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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Loading and storing

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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Loading and storing

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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Loading and storing

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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Loading and storing

! 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