2004 Mercedes-benz M Class Owners Manual

왘 Turn the switch to õ. Low beam headlamps on.

On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehi- cle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not pre- vent this type of loss of control.

Place the gear selector lever in position R only when the vehicle is stopped in order to avoid damaging the transmission.

Do not run cold engine at high engine speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the engine.

More information can be found in the “Op- eration” section (컄 page 191). For information on off-road driving, see “Driving instructions” (컄 page 200).

High beam 왘 Push the combination switch forward. The high beam indicator A in the instrument cluster comes on.

More information can be found in the “Controls in detail” section (컄 page 110).

Turn signals

The combination switch is on the left of the steering column.

왘 Press the combination switch up 1 or

down 2. The switch is automatically cancelled when the steering wheel is turned to a large enough degree.

To signal minor directional changes, move combination switch to point of resistance only and release. The turn signal flashes three times.

Combination switch 1 Turn signals, right 2 Turn signals, left

Getting started Driving

Windshield wipers

The wiper switch is located on the right of the steering column.

Wiper switch 0 Windshield wipers off 1 Intermittent wiping 2 Normal wiper speed 3 Fast wiper speed 4 Wiping with windshield wiper fluid

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Vehicles with rain sensor*: Do not leave windshield wipers in inter- mittent setting when the vehicle is tak- en to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Wipers will oper- ate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield, and wipers may be damaged as a result. The switch should not be left in inter- mittent setting as the wipers will wipe the windshield once every time the en- gine is started. Dust that accumulates on the windshield might scratch the glass and/or damage the wiper blades when wiping occurs on a dry wind- shield.

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Switching on windshield wipers 왘 Make sure the ignition is switched on. 왘 Turn the wiper switch to the desired po- sition 1, 2 or 3, depending on the intensity of the rain.

Single wipe 왘 Press wiper switch briefly in the direc-

tion of arrow 2. The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid.

Wiping with windshield washer fluid 왘 Pull and hold wiper switch in direction

of arrow 4. The windshield wiper operates with washer fluid.

Information on filling up the washer reser- voir can be found in the “Operation” sec- tion (컄 page 224).

If anything blocks the windshield wip- ers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off immediately. 앫 For safety reasons, withdraw key from steering lock before attempt- ing to remove any blockage.

앫 Remove blockage. 앫 Turn the windshield wipers on

again.

If windshield wipers fail to function at all in switch position 1, 앫 set the combination switch to the

next highest wiper speed

앫 have the windshield wipers

checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center

Rear window wiper

The button is on the upper part on the cen- ter console.

1 Intermittent wiping 2 Indicator lamp 3 Wiping with washer fluid

Getting started Driving

Problems while driving

The engine runs erratically and misfires 앫 An ignition cable may be damaged. 앫 The engine electronics may not be

operating properly.

앫 Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it.

왘 Give very little gas. 왘 Have the problem repaired by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible.

Switching on intermittent wiping Make sure the ignition is switched on. 왘 Press upper half 1 of the button.

Switching off intermittent wiping 왘 Press upper half 1 of the button

again.

Wiping with washer fluid 왘 Press and hold lower half 3 of the but-

ton. After releasing the button the wiper op- erates for additional five seconds.

More information on windshield wipers can be found in the “Controls in detail” section (컄 page 129).

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The coolant temperature is over 248°F (120°C) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine. 왘 Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and turn off the engine. Allow engine and coolant to cool.

왘 Check the coolant level and add cool-

ant if necessary (컄 page 222).

In case of accident If the vehicle is leaking gasoline: 왘 Do not start the engine under any cir-

cumstances.

왘 Notify local fire and/or police authori-

ties.

If the extent of the damage cannot be de- termined: 왘 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz

Light Truck Center.

If no damage can be determined on the 앫 major assemblies 앫 fuel system 앫 engine mount: 왘 Start the engine in the usual manner.

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왔 Parking and locking You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows.

Warning!

Wait until the vehicle is stationary before re- moving the key from the steering lock. The vehicle cannot be steered when the key is removed.

Warning!

With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering system. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.

Getting started Parking and locking

Warning!

Parking brake

Do not park this vehicle in areas where com- bustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire.

To reduce the risk of personal injury as a re- sult of vehicle movement, before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always: 앫 Keep right foot on brake pedal. 앫 Firmly depress parking brake pedal. 앫 Move the gear selector lever to

position P.

앫 Slowly release brake pedal. 앫 When parked on an incline, turn front

wheel towards the road curb.

앫 Turn the key to starter switch position 0

and remove.

앫 Take the key and lock vehicle when leav-

ing.

1 Parking brake 2 Release handle 왘 Step firmly on parking brake 1.

When the engine is running, the indica- tor lamp É in the instrument cluster will be illuminated.

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Warning!

Warning!

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the steering lock and lock the vehi- cle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehi- cle. Children could release the parking brake and/or move the gear selector lever from position P, either of which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Getting out of your vehicle with the gear selector lever not fully engaged in position P is dangerous. Also, when parked on an in- cline, position P alone may not prevent your vehicle from moving, possibly hitting people or objects.

Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P (컄 page 53). When parked on an incline, also turn front wheel towards the road curb.

Switching off headlamps

왘 Turn the combination switch to 1

(컄 page 48).

More information can be found in the “Controls in detail” section (컄 page 107).

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Turning off engine

왘 Place the gear selector lever in

position P.

Always set the parking brake in addi- tion to shifting to position P. On steep slopes, turn the front wheels towards the road curb.

왘 Turn the key in the steering lock

(컄 page 33) to position 0 and remove it. The immobilizer is activated.

The key can only be removed from the steering lock with the gear selector le- ver in position P.

왘 Move the steering wheel slightly to al- low the locking mechanism to engage.

왘 Press the seat belt release button

(컄 page 42). Allow the retractor to completely re- wind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate.

With the key removed and the driver’s door open, a warning sounds if the ve- hicles exterior lamps are not switched off.

Warning!

To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors. Be espe- cially careful when small children are around.

Before closing doors, ensure that there is no possibility of someone getting caught in a door during closing.

왘 After exiting the vehicle, press the lock

button ‹ on the remote control (컄 page 32). The turn signal lamps flash three times and the locking knobs on the doors move down.

Warning!

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the starter switch, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equip- ment may cause an accident and/or seri- ous personal injury.

More information on parking and locking can be found in the “Controls in detail” section (컄 page 88).

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Panic alarm

Driving and safety systems

Anti-theft systems

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Safety and Security Occupant safety 왔 Occupant safety In this section you will learn the most im- portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle. The restraint systems are 앫 Seat belts 앫 Emergency tensioning device 앫 Airbags 앫 Child seat 앫 Child seat recognition 앫 Lower anchors and tethers for children

(LATCH)

As independent systems, their protective effects work in conjunction with each other.

For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and restraint systems for infants and chil- dren, see “Children in the vehicle” (컄 page 67).

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The 1 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster (컄 page 26) comes on for about four seconds when you turn the key in the steering lock to position 2. It goes out when you start the engine. This shows that the restraint systems are operational. If the lamp does not come on at all or if it fails to extinguish after approximately four seconds or if it comes on thereafter, a mal- function in the system has been detected. More information can be found in the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 255).

Warning!

In the event that the 1 malfunction indi- cator lamp comes on during driving or does not come at all, the SRS may not be opera- tional.

For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnec- essarily which could also result in injury.

Improper work on the restraint systems, in- cluding incorrect installation and removal, can lead to possible injury through an unin- tended activation of the SRS.

In addition, through improper work there is a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended airbag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be per- formed by qualified technicians. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

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Warning!

Airbags are designed to reduce the potential of injury and fatality in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side (side impact and head protection window curtain airbags) im- pacts which may cause significant injuries. However, no system available today can to- tally eliminate injuries and fatalities.

The activation of the SRS temporarily releas- es a small amount of dust from the airbags. This dust, however, is neither injurious to your health, nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle. The dust might cause some tempo- rary breathing difficulty for people with asth- ma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.

Warning!

To reduce the risk of injury when the front airbags inflate, it is very important for the driver and passenger to always be in a prop- erly seated position and to wear your seat belt.

For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the backrest. Fasten your seat belt and ensure that it is properly positioned on your body (컄 page 42). Since the airbag inflates with considerable speed and force, a proper seating and hands on steering wheel position will help to keep you at a safe distance from the airbag. Oc- cupants who are unbelted, out of position or too close to the airbag can be seriously in- jured by an airbag as it inflates with great force in the blink of an eye: 앫 Sit properly belted in an upright position

with your back against the seat back- rest.

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앫 Adjust the driver seat as far as possible rearward, still permitting proper opera- tion of vehicle controls. The distance from the center of the driver’s breast- bone to the center of the airbag cover on the steering wheel must be at least ten inches (25 cm) or more. You should be able to accomplish this by a combina- tion of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel. If you have any prob- lems, please see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

앫 Airbags and emergency tensioning de- vices (ETDs) are designed to function on a one-time only basis. An airbag or ETD that was activated must be replaced. 앫 Do not lean with your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dash- board.

앫 Keep hands on the outside of steering wheel rim. Placing hands and arms in- side the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand/arm injury when driver front airbag inflates.

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컄컄

앫 Adjust the passenger seat as far as pos- sible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied.

앫 Occupants, especially children, should never lean their heads in the area of the door where the side impact airbag in- flates. This could result in serious inju- ries or death should the airbag be triggered. Always sit upright, properly use the seat belts and appropriate size infant or child restraint system.

앫 Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM1 compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to deacti- vate the passenger front airbag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fa- tal injury will result.

1 BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens

Automotive Corp.

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Failure to follow these instructions can re- sult in severe injuries to you or other occu- pants.

If you sell your vehicle you are responsible to make the buyer aware of these points. Be sure to give the buyer this Operator’s Manual.

Warning

Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. Should you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the front passenger seat of your vehicle, you must properly use a BabySmartTM child restraint which will turn off the passenger front airbag (컄 page 70). BabySmartTM will not, howev- er, turn off any side impact airbag.

It should be noted that with respect to both front and rear side impact airbags there is a possibility for a side airbag related injury if occupants, especially children, are not prop- erly seated or restrained when next to a side airbag which needs to deploy rapidly in a side impact in order to do its job.

To help avoid the possibility of injury, please follow these guidelines: (1) occupants, espe- cially children, should never place their bod- ies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the side airbag inflates. This could re- sult in serious injuries or death should the side airbag be activated; (2) always sit up- right, properly use the seat belts and use an appropriately sized infant or child restraint system for all children 12 years old or under; and (3) always wear seat belts properly.

If you believe that, even with the use of these guidelines, it would be safer for your rear seat occupants to have both rear door mounted side airbags deactivated, then de- activation can be accomplished upon your written election to do so at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center at an ad- ditional cost. Please contact your local au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.

Airbags are designed to activate only in certain frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side (side impact and head protec- tion window curtain airbags) impacts which exceed preset thresholds. Only during these types of impacts, if of sufficient severity to meet the deploy- ment thresholds, will they provide their supplemental protection. The driver and passenger should al- ways wear their seat belts. Otherwise it is not possible for the airbags to pro- vide their supplemental protection. In cases of other frontal impacts, an- gled impacts, roll-overs, other side im- pacts, rear collisions, or other accidents, the airbags will not be acti- vated. The driver and passengers will then be protected by the fastened seat belts.

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We caution you not to rely on the pres- ence of the airbags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt. Your vehicle was originally equipped with airbags that are designed to acti- vate in certain impacts exceeding a preset threshold to reduce the poten- tial and severity of injury. It is important to your safety and that of your passen- ger that you replace deployed airbags and repair any malfunctioning airbags to ensure that the vehicle will continue to provide supplemental crash protec- tion for occupants.

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Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and airbag

Warning

앫 Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Use only belts in- stalled or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

앫 No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS. This includes changing or re- moving any component or part of the SRS, the installation of additional trim material, badges, etc. over the steering wheel hub, passenger front airbag cov- er, or door trim panels, and installation of additional electrical/electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring. Keep area between airbags and occupants free from objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc.).

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앫 Airbags and emergency tensioning de-

vices (ETDs) are designed to function on a one-time only basis. An airbag or ETD that was activated must be replaced. 앫 Do not pass belts over sharp edges.

They could tear.

앫 Do not make any modification that could

change the effectiveness of the belts.

앫 Do not hang items such as coat hangers from the coat hooks or handles over the door. These items may turn into projec- tiles and cause head and other injuries when curtain airbag is deployed.

앫 An airbag system component within the steering wheel gets hot after the airbag has inflated. Do not touch.

앫 Improper work on the system, including incorrect installation and removal, can lead to possible injury through an unin- tended activation of the SRS.

앫 In addition, through improper work

there is a risk of rendering the SRS inop- erative or causing unintended airbag de- ployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

앫 For your protection and the protection

of others, when scrapping the airbag unit or emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be fol- lowed. These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

앫 Given the considerable deployment

speed and the textile structure of the airbags, there is the possibility of abra- sions or other injuries resulting from air- bag deployment.

When you sell your vehicle, we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an SRS by alerting them to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual.

Warning!

Front airbags

In the event that the 1 malfunction indi- cator lamp comes on while driving, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center im- mediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could re- sult in serious or fatal injury, or it might de- ploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury.

1 Driver airbag 2 Passenger front airbag 3 Side impact airbag Driver and passenger front airbags are deployed: 앫 in the event of a frontal impact 앫 if impact exceeds a preset deployment

threshold

앫 independently of the side impact air-

bags

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The airbags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy- ment thresholds. You will then be protec- ted by the fastened seat belts. The passenger front airbag will only be deployed if: 앫 the passenger seat is occupied 앫 the 7 indicator lamp in the instru-

ment cluster is not lit (컄 page 26)

앫 the impact exceeds a preset deploy-

ment threshold

Do not place objects heavier than 20 lbs (9 kg) on the front passenger seat. This could cause the front or side impact airbag on the front passenger side to deploy in a crash which exceeds the system's deployment threshold.

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Side impact airbags, window curtain airbags

1 Window curtain airbags 2 Side impact airbag, rear 3 Side impact airbag, front The side impact airbags and window curtain airbags are deployed: 앫 on the impacted side of the vehicle 앫 in impacts exceeding a preset deploy-

ment threshold

앫 independently of the front airbags

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The front passenger side impact airbag will only deploy if the system senses that the front passenger seat is occupied. The side impact airbags and window curtain airbags are not deployed in im- pacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment threshold.

Seat belts

When the engine is started, the seat belt non-usage warning lamp < illuminates to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened before the engine is started, the seat belt non-usage warning lamp < illuminates and a warning chime sounds for approximately six seconds when the engine is started.

The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states and all Canadian provinces. Even where this is not the case, all vehicle occu- pants should have their seat belts fastened whenever the vehicle is in motion. Information on fastening seat belts is found in the “Getting started” section (컄 page 42).

For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and re- straint systems for infants and chil- dren, see “Children in the vehicle” (컄 page 67).

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Warning!

Warning!

Warning!

Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restrained, even those sitting in the rear and pregnant women.

Failure to wear and properly fasten and po- sition your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident. You and your passengers should always wear seat belts.

If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled. Without your seat belt buckled, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.

In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are properly wearing your seat belt. Airbags can only protect as they are designed if the occupants are prop- erly wearing their seat belts.

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the back- rest reclined. Sitting in an excessively re- clined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause se- rious or even fatal injuries. The backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body.

Warning!

Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly re- strained with a separate seat belt.

Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked.

Only use seat belts which have been ap- proved by Mercedes-Benz.

Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation or to failure.

Have all work carried out only by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

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Warning!

USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY 앫 Seat belts can only work when used

properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this sec- tion, as that could result in serious inju- ries in case of an accident.

앫 Each occupant should wear their seat

belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, includ- ing rollovers. The integrated restraint system includes SRS (driver airbag, front passenger airbag, front and rear door mounted side impact airbags and window curtain airbags), ETD (seat belt emergency tensioning device for the outboard passenger seats [except in the optional third row seats]), and front seat knee bolsters.

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앫 Never use a seat belt for more than one person at time. Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects.

앫 Belts should not be worn twisted. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to manage impact forces. The twisted belt against your body could cause injuries.

앫 Pregnant women should also use a

lap-shoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pres- sure on the abdomen.

앫 Never place your feet on the instrument panel or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.

The system is designed to enhance the pro- tection offered to properly belted occupants in certain frontal (front airbags) and side (side impact airbags and window curtain air- bags) impacts which exceed preset deploy- ment thresholds. 앫 Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm, against your neck or off your shoul- der. In a crash, your body would move too far forward. That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries. The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen, which could se- verely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen.

앫 Never wear belts over rigid or breakable objects in or on your clothing, such as eyeglasses, pens, keys, etc., as these might cause injuries.

앫 Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdo- men. If the belt is positioned across your abdomen, it could cause serious injuries in a crash.

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Warning!

Children in the vehicle

An emergency tensioning device (ETD) that was activated must be replaced.

When disposing of the emergency tension- ing device, our safety instructions must be followed. These are available at your autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

Do not place objects heavier than 20 lbs (9 kg) on the front passenger seat. This could cause the front or side impact airbag on the front passenger side to deploy in a crash which exceeds the system’s deployment threshold.

If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle: 앫 Secure the child using an infant or child

restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child and recommended for use by Mercedes-Benz.

앫 Ensure that the infant or child is prop- erly secured by a belt at all times while the vehicle is in motion.

Infant and child restraint seats and infor- mation on choosing an appropriate re- straint system can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

Emergency tensioning device, seat belt force limiter The seat belts for the front seats are equipped with emergency tensioning de- vices and belt force limiters. The outboard passenger seats belts (except in the third row seats*) are equipped with emergency tensioning devices. The ETD is designed to activate only when the seat belt is fastened and in the follow- ing cases: 앫 in frontal or rear-end impacts exceed-

ing a preset severity level

앫 if the restraint systems are operational

and functioning correctly, see 1 indicator lamp (컄 page 58)

In an impact, emergency tensioning devic- es remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body. Belt force limiters reduce the force exerted by the seat belts on oc- cupants during a crash.

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Infant and child restraint systems Use only a BabySmartTM1 compatible child restraint for the front passenger seat in this vehicle. We recommend that all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All lap-shoul- der belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fas- tening of child restraints. To fasten a child restraint, follow child re- straint instructions for mounting. Then pull shoulder belt out completely and let it re- tract. During the seat belt retraction a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is acti- vated. The belt is now locked. Push down on child restraint to take up any slack. To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can again be used in the usual man- ner.

1 BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens

Automotive Corp.

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Information on child seats with mount- ing fittings for tether anchorages (컄 page 71). For information on child seat anchors – LATCH type (컄 page 72).

Warning!

Never release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor will be deactivated.

The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territo- ries and all Canadian provinces.

Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured by a lap-shoulder belt or, if so equipped, a child restraint lower anchorage system that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and 210.2. A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with this standard can be found on the instruction label on the re- straint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint. When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. Please read and observe warning labels affixed to inside of vehicle and to infant or child restraints.

Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt.

A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.

Warning!

Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM System installed in the ve- hicle to deactivate the passenger front air- bag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it in- flates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury can result.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat- ing positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt and top tether strap, or secured via lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufactur- er’s instructions.

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Warning!

Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.

When the child restraint is not in use, re- move it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of an ac- cident.

Do not leave children unattended in the ve- hicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. Unsupervised chil- dren in a child restraint system may use ve- hicle equipment and may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

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BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system Special BabySmartTM1 compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, are required for use with the BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system. With the special seat properly installed, the passenger front airbag will not deploy. The 7 indicator lamp located in the in- strument cluster will be illuminated, ex- cept with the key removed or in steering lock position 0 (컄 page 33).

The system does not deactivate the door mounted side impact airbag, the window curtain airbags and the emer- gency tensioning device.

1 BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens

Automotive Corp.

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Self-test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed After turning the key in the steering lock to position 1 or 2, the 7 indicator lamp lo- cated in the instrument cluster comes on for approximately six seconds, extin- guishes, then flashes once. If the indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system is not func- tioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat. More information can be found in the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 243).

Warning!

The BabySmartTM airbag deactivation sys- tem will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it. It will not work with child seats which are not BabySmartTM compatible.

Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the deactivation sys- tem. The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion. An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident, instead of protecting the child.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation of special child seats. When using a BabySmartTM compatible child seat on the front passenger seat, the passenger front airbag will not deploy only if the 7 indicator lamp remains illumi- nated.

Please be sure to check the indicator every time you use the special system child seat.

Should the light go out while the restraint is installed, please check installation. If the light remains out, do not use the BabySmartTM restraint to transport children on the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.

Warning!

Do not place powered-on laptops, cell phones and like electronic devices on the passenger seat. Signals from such devices may interfere with the BabySmartTM system. Such signal interference may cause the 7 indicator lamp not to come on during self-test or be continuously lit, indicating that the system is not functioning.

Installation of infant and child restraint system 왘 Guide top tether strap between head restraint and top of seat back. Head restraint must be installed and posi- tioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head re- straint and top of seat back.

1 Hook 2 Anchorage ring 왘 Securely fasten the hook 1 to the an-

chorage ring 2. For safety, make sure the hook has at- tached to the ring beyond the safety catch, as illustrated.

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Vehicle without third row seats

3 Anchorage rings for second row seats 4 Anchorage rings for third row seats* This vehicle is provided with three tether anchorages 3 for a top tether strap be- hind the second row seats.

Do not use the tether anchorages 4 for a top tether strap on a second row seat.

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Vehicle with third row seats*

3 Anchorage rings for second row seats 4 Anchorage rings for third row seats* This vehicle is provided with tether anchor- ages for a top tether strap behind the second row seats 3 and the third row seats 4. When using the third row observe the following: 앫 Installation of infant and child restraint

systems with a top tether strap is al- lowed only on both third row seats plus the center second row seat.

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앫 When using the center second row seat for a top tether strap, the left third row seat should only be used for a child re- straint system, since exiting the vehicle may not be possible in an emergency due to the routing of the top tether strap.

앫 When installing an infant or child re-

straint system with a top tether strap on the left second row seat, the left third row seat should not be occupied.

An infant and child restraint system must not be installed on the right second row seat while a passenger rides in a third row seat. An infant and child restraint system installed on the right second row seat will prevent the use of the easy-entry/exit feature (컄 page 101).

Child seat anchors – LATCH type This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) type anchors (at each of the rear seats) for the installation of a LATCH child seat with matching anchor fittings.

1 Anchors 왘 Install a LATCH type child seat accord- ing to the manufacturer’s instructions.

i With a child seat installed in the left rear seat, the seat belt for the center seat occupied by a passenger must op- erate freely. Guide seat belt between its seat cushion mount and backrest mount along outside of right side child seat mount. Non-LATCH type child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Warning!

Install child seat according to manufactu- rer’s instructions.

The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side anchors 1 (컄 page 72). An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident.

Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be re- placed.

Do not leave children unattended in the ve- hicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system.

Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.

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Blocking of rear door window operation

1 Switch for rear door window override 왘 Slide the switch to the right.

A dot becomes visible. The rear win- dows can no longer be operated using the switch in the rear doors.

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Warning!

Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure them- selves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the win- dow opening.

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the steering lock, and lock the ve- hicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equip- ment may cause an accident and/or seri- ous personal injury.

For more information on power windows, see the “Controls in detail” section (컄 page 144).

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왔 Panic alarm An audible alarm and flashing turn signal lamps will operate for approximately 2½ minutes.

Activating

왘 Press and hold button 1 for at least

one second.

Deactivating

왘 Press button 1 again. or 왘 Insert key in steering lock.

1 Â button

Safety and Security Panic alarm

For operation in the USA only: This de- vice complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 앫 This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

앫 this device must accept any inter- ference received, including interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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Safety and Security Driving and safety systems 왔 Driving and safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: 앫 ABS (Antilock Brake System) 앫 BAS (Brake Assist System) 앫 4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) 앫 EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) 앫 ESP (Electronic Stability Program)

In winter operation, the maximum ef- fectiveness of the ABS, the BAS, the ESP, the EBP, and the 4-ETS is only achieved with winter tires (M+S tires) or snow chains as required.

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Warning!

ABS

The following factors increase the risk of accidents: 앫 Excessive speed, especially in turns 앫 Wet and slippery road surfaces 앫 Following another vehicle too closely ABS, BAS, ESP and 4-ETS cannot reduce this risk.

Always adjust your driving style to the pre- vailing road and weather conditions.

Warning!

Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pump- ing the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness.

The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. This allows you to maintain the ability to steer your vehicle. The ABS is functional above a speed of ap- proximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent of road surface conditions. On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will re- spond even with light brake pressure. The - indicator lamp in the instrument cluster (컄 page 25) comes on when you turn the key to position 2. It goes out when the engine is running.

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Emergency brake maneuver 왘 Keep continuous full pressure on the

brake pedal.

With the ABS malfunctioning, the BAS, the EBP, ESP, and the 4-ETS are also switched off. Normal driving and braking functions are still available.

LOW RANGE– ABS During off-road driving, a special low range system for the ABS is operational with transmission in LOW RANGE mode (컄 page 125). When applying the service brakes at speeds below approximately 18 mph (30 km/h), the front wheels are locked cyclically to shorten the braking distance (dig-in effect). This affects steer- ing the vehicle.

Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. 왘 Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pul- sation.

Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by the ABS, namely braking power and the ability to steer the vehicle. The pulsating brake pedal can be an indica- tion of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving.

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Warning!

BAS

The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby poten- tially reducing braking distance. Apply con- tinuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over. The ABS will prevent the wheels from locking. When you release the brake pedal, the brakes function again as normal. The BAS is then deactivated. The ¿ indicator lamp in the instrument cluster (컄 page 25) comes on when you turn the key to position 2. It goes out when the engine is running.

The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency be- yond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction af- forded. The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, atten- tive, and skillful driver can prevent acci- dents. The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck- less or dangerous manner which could jeop- ardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

For more information, see “The yellow ABS warning lamp comes on while driving.” (컄 page 242).

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Warning!

The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that af- forded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, fol- lowing another vehicle too closely, or hydro- planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabili- ties of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

For more information, see “The yellow BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving.” (컄 page 246).

4-ETS

The 4-Electronic Traction System (4-ETS) improves vehicle’s ability to utilize avail- able traction, especially under slippery road conditions. The brakes are applied to the spinning wheel and power is trans- ferred to the wheel(s) with traction. The traction control engages at vehicle speeds up to approximately 24 mph (40 km/h), and switches off at approxi- mately 50 mph (80 km/h). The { indicator lamp in the instrument cluster (컄 page 25) comes on when you turn the key to position 2. It goes out when the engine is running. The 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v, loca- ted in the speedometer dial, starts to flash at any vehicle speed, as soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to spin.

Warning!

When you see the 4-ETS/ESP-warning lamp v flashing in the speedometer, then proceed as follows: 앫 While driving off, apply as little throttle

as possible.

앫 While driving ease up on the accelera-

tor.

앫 Adapt your speed and driving style to

the prevailing road conditions.

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid.

The 4-ETS cannot prevent accidents resul- ting from excessive speed.

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Because of the ESP’s automatic opera- tion, the engine must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer. Active braking action through ESP may otherwise seriously damage the front or rear axle brake system. Operational tests with the engine running can only be conducted on a two-axle dynamometer.

If the yellow 4-ETS malfunction indica- tor lamp { comes on while the 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v flash- es, the electronic traction system is be- ing switched off temporarily to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes.

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LOW RANGE 4-ETS During off-road driving, a special low range system for the 4-ETS is operational with transmission in LOW RANGE mode. More information can be found in the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 242) and (컄 page 252).

EBP

The EBP enhances braking effectiveness by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking effort without a loss of vehicle stability.

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ESP

The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) monitors the vehicle’s traction (force of ad- hesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling. The ESP recognizes when a wheel is spin- ning or if the vehicle starts to skid. By ap- plying brakes to the appropriate wheel and by limiting engine output, the ESP works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESP is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slip- pery road surfaces. The 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer flashes when the ESP is en- gaged. The ¿ indicator lamp in the instrument cluster (컄 page 25) and the 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer come on when you turn the key to position 2. They go out when the engine is running.

Warning!

Never switch off the ESP when you see the 4-ETS/ESP-warning lamp v flashing in the speedometer. In this case, proceed as follows: 앫 While driving off, apply as little throttle

as possible.

앫 While driving, ease up on the accelera-

tor.

앫 Adapt your speed and driving style to

the prevailing road conditions.

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid.

The ESP cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed.

Warning!

The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, fol- lowing another vehicle too closely, or hydro- planing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabili- ties of an ESP equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

Because of the ESP’s automatic opera- tion, the engine must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1) when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer. Active braking action through ESP may otherwise seriously damage the front or rear axle brake system. Operational tests with the engine running can only be conducted on a two-axle dynamometer.

LOW RANGE – ESP During off-road driving, a special low range system for the ESP is operational with transmission in LOW RANGE mode (컄 page 125). In the LOW RANGE mode, the ESP ope- rates in a traction improving fashion spe- cifically adapted for off-road driving. At speeds below 27 mph (45 km/h), the ESP assists in over-/understeering, thus im- proving vehicle traction.

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Switching off the ESP

Warning!

The ESP should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circum- stances described below. Disabling of the system will reduce vehicle stability in stan- dard driving maneuvers.

To improve the vehicle’s traction, turn off the ESP in driving situations where it would be advantageous to have the drive wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as: 앫 starting out on slippery surfaces and in

deep snow in conjunction with snow chains

앫 in sand or gravel 앫 when driving off-road

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Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Turn ESP on immediately if the afore- mentioned circumstances do not apply anymore.

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The switch is located in the upper center console.

ESP on/off switch 왘 Press upper half of the ESP switch.

The 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer comes on. The ESP is deactivated.

If one or more drive wheels are spinning, the 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer flashes, regardless of the speed.

Traction control brakes a spinning wheel even when the ESP is deactivated. The ESP always operates when you are braking, even when it has been deactiva- ted.

Warning!

When the 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v is illuminated continuously, the ESP is switched off.

Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail- ing road conditions and to the non-operating status of the ESP.

Switching on the ESP 왘 Press lower half of the ESP switch until the 4-ETS/ESP warning lamp v in the speedometer goes out. You are now again in normal driving mode.

For more information, see “Practical hints” (컄 page 241).

Safety and Security Anti-theft systems

Anti-theft alarm

Once the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someone: 앫 opens a door 앫 opens the liftgate 앫 opens the hood The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a door, for example) is immedi- ately closed. The alarm system will also be triggered when 앫 someone attempts to raise the vehicle 앫 unlocking and opening the driver’s

door with the mechanical key

If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initi- ated automatically by the Tele Aid* sys- tem (컄 page 171) provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and GPS coverage are avail- able.

Arming the alarm system The alarm system is armed after locking the vehicle with the remote control. The turn signal lamps flash three times to indi- cate that the alarm system is activated. A red lamp in the center console will flash af- ter approximately 10 seconds when the alarm system is completely armed (컄 page 27).

왔 Anti-theft systems Immobilizer

The immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.

Activating Removing the key from the steering lock activates the immobilizer.

Deactivating Turning the key in the steering lock to position 2 (컄 page 33) deactivates the im- mobilizer.

In case the engine cannot be started (vehicle’s battery is in order), the sys- tem is not operational. Contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

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If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times, the tow-away - glass breakage sensor is malfunctioning or one of the following elements may not be properly closed: 앫 a door 앫 the liftgate 앫 the hood Close the respective element and lock the vehicle again.

Disarming the alarm system The alarm system is disarmed when you unlock your vehicle with the remote con- trol. The turn signal lamps flash once to in- dicate that the alarm system is deactivated.

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The alarm system will rearm automati- cally again after approximately 40 seconds if one of the doors or the liftgate is not opened.

Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm: 왘 Switch on the ignition by turning the key in the steering lock to position 2.

or 왘 Press the Œ or ‹ button on the

remote control. The alarm is canceled.

Tow-away alarm, glass breakage sensor

The tow-away alarm and the glass break- age sensor are part of the anti-theft alarm system.

Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone: 앫 attempts to raise the vehicle 앫 breaks a window and reaches into the

passenger compartment

The tow-away protection alarm is trig- gered, for example, if the vehicle is lifted on one side. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initi- ated automatically by the Tele Aid* sys- tem (컄 page 171) provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and GPS coverage are avail- able.

Arming tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor When you lock your vehicle, the tow-away and glass breakage sensor alarm is auto- matically armed.

Disarming tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface sub- ject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train.

Vehicles with trip computer* The buttons are located in the overhead control panel.

1 Reset button 2 Mode button 3 Display 4 Glass breakage sensor

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왘 Turn key in steering lock to position 2

(컄 page 33).

왘 Return key to position 0 and remove it

from the steering lock.

왘 Within 30 seconds press button 1

or 2. The display shows OFF.

왘 Exit vehicle and lock vehicle with

remote control (컄 page 32).

The tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor remain switched off until the key is inserted in steering lock and turned to position 1.

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왘 Turn key in steering lock to position 2

(컄 page 33).

왘 Return key to position 0 and remove it

from the steering lock.

왘 Within 30 seconds press button 1 on

the right or left side.

왘 Exit vehicle and lock vehicle with

remote control (컄 page 32).

The tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor remain switched off until the key is inserted in steering lock and turned to position 1.

Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm: 왘 Switch on the ignition by turning the key in the steering lock to position 2.

or 왘 Press the Œ or ‹ button on the

remote control. The alarm is canceled.

Safety and Security Anti-theft systems

Vehicles without trip computer The buttons are located in the overhead control panel.

1 Switching off tow-away alarm and glass

breakage sensor

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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking

Seats

Memory function*

Lighting

Instrument cluster

Automatic transmission

Transmission control – LOW RANGE mode

Good visibility

Automatic climate control

Power windows

Sliding/pop-up roof*

Driving systems

Loading

Useful features

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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking

In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to ope- rate the equipment installed in your vehi- cle. If you are already familiar with the ba- sic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you. To quickly familiarize yourself with the ba- sic functions of the vehicle, refer to the “Getting started” section of this manual. The corresponding page numbers are given at the beginning of each segment.

Locking and unlocking

왔 Remote control with folding key

Your vehicle comes supplied with two remote controls with folding key. The remote control provides an extended operating range. To prevent theft, however, it is advisable to only unlock the vehicle when you are in close proximity to it. The key centrally locks and unlocks: 앫 the doors 앫 the liftgate 앫 the fuel filler flap

1  Panic button (컄 page 75) 2 Œ Unlock button 3 ‹ Lock button 4 Release button for key 5 Š Unlock button for liftgate

If the key is inserted in the steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control.

To prevent possible malfunction, avoid exposing the remote control to high levels of electromagnetic radiation.

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Unlocking

Unlocking the vehicle with the remote control deactivates the anti-theft alarm. The vehicle will lock again automatical- ly and reactivate the anti-theft system within approximately 40 seconds of un- locking if neither door nor liftgate is opened.

Unlocking the driver’s door and fuel filler flap 왘 Press button Œ once.

All turn signal lamps flash once to indi- cate that the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked.

Controls in detail Locking and unlocking

If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times, one of the following ele- ments may not be properly closed: 앫 a door 앫 the liftgate 앫 the hood Close the respective element and lock the vehicle again.

Global unlocking 왘 Press button Œ twice.

All turn signal lamps flash once to indi- cate that all doors, fuel filler flap and liftgate are unlocked.

Unlocking the liftgate 왘 Press button Š.

Only the liftgate unlocks.

Locking

Locking the vehicle with the remote control activates the anti-theft alarm.

왘 Press button ‹ once.

All turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that all doors, the liftgate and the fuel filler flap are locked.

Warning!

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the steering lock, and lock your ve- hicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equip- ment may cause an accident and / or seri- ous personal injury.

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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking

If you can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle with the remote control, then the batteries in the remote control are discharged, the remote control is mal- functioning or the vehicle battery is drained. 앫 Check the batteries in the remote control and replace them if neces- sary (컄 page 262).

앫 Use the folding key to unlock or

lock the doors and the liftgate.

앫 Check the vehicle battery

(컄 page 278).

앫 Synchronize the remote control

(컄 page 263).

If the remote control is malfunctioning,