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Rear view mirrors
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Important!
Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle
paint finish can only be completely removed while in
their liquid state, by applying plenty of water.Storing mirror positions in memory
The exterior rear view mirror positions are stored in
memory with the seat/head restraint position and can
be recalled when necessary, see page46.
Warning!
In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may
escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass
breaks.Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the
liquid come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing,
or respiratory system. In cases it does, immediately
flush affected area with water, and seek medical
help if necessary.
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Rear view mirrors
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The passenger-side exterior mirror can be adjusted and
programmed to assist the driver during parking
maneuvers (e.g. to observe the curb or other objects
close to the vehicle).
With electronic key in steering lock position 2, and the
exterior rear view mirror switch in the passenger side
position, the passenger-side mirror will be turned
downward when placing the gear selector lever in “R”
Reverse.
The mirror position can now be adjusted as desired.
At speeds above approx. 6 mph (10 km/h), upon shifting
gear selector lever from “R” Reverse, or upon pressing
the driver’s side mirror, the passenger-side mirror will
return to its previous position.One passenger-side mirror position can be stored in
memory. To do so:
1. Turn electronic key to steering lock position 2.
The vehicle must be stationary.
2. Select passenger-side mirror
downward.
3. Place gear selector in "R" Reverse. The mirror will turn
Press green memory button located in switch cluster
for driver seat . 4. Using the toggle switch, select the final downward
6. While holding green memory button pull the mirror
7. Release the green button and toggle switch.toggle switch rearward.
The mirror position is now stored in memory. 5. position for the mirror.
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Interior equipment
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Illuminated vanity mirrors
With the visor engaged in its inner mounting, the lamp
is switched on by opening the cover.
The lamp goes out automatically after approximately
5minutes.Interior
Storage compartments, armrest and cup holder
Warning!
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.
Wa r n i n g !
To help avoid personal injury during a collision or
sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing
things. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if
possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than
the seat backs. Do not place anything on the shelf
below the rear window.Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects.Wa r n i n g !
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to
prevent stored objects from being thrown about
and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident
and sudden maneuvers.
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Garage door opener
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with Part
15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
WARNING: Changes or modification not expressly
approved by party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Programming or reprogramming the integrated
remote control:
1. Turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1
or 2.
2. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter of the
device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 inches
(5 cm to 12 cm) away from the surface of the
integrated remote control located on the inside rear
view mirror, keeping the indicator lamp in view.3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand-
held transmitter button and the desired integrated
remote control button. Do not release the buttons
until completing step 4.
4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control
will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the
indicator lamp flashes rapidly, both buttons may be
released (the rapid flashing lamp indicates
successful programming of the new frequency
signal). To program the remaining two buttons,
follow steps 1 though 4.
Note:
If after repeated attempts, you do not successfully
program the integrated remote control device to learn
the signal of the hand-held transmitter, the garage door
opener could be equipped with the “rolling code
feature”.
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Tele Aid
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Te l e A i d
The electronic key in the steering lock must be in position
1 or 2 for the Tele Aid to be operational.Important!
The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be
performed by completing the subscriber agreement and
placing an acquaintance call using the “SOS” button.
Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a
system that is not activated.
If you have any questions regarding activation, please
call the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA)
or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).
(Te l ematic Alarm Identification on Demand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response;
automatic and manual emergency, roadside assistance
and information.Emergency calls
An emergency call is initiated automatically
following an accident in which the Emergency
Tensioning Retractors (ETR’s) or airbags deploy,
An emergency call can also be initiated manually by
opening the cover next to the inside rear view mirror
labeled “SOS”, then pressing the button (for longer than
2 seconds) located under the cover. Once the emergency
call is in progress, the indicator
lamp in the “SOS”
button will begin to f lash. All information relevant to the
emergency, such as the location of the vehicle
(determined by the GPS satellite location system),
vehicle model, identification number and color are
generated.
A voice connection between the Response Center and
the occupants of the vehicle will be established
automatically soon after the emergency call has been
initiated. The Response Center will attempt
to determine more precisely the nature of the accident
provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle.
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Exterior lamps
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Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror
The high mounted stop lamp (3rd brake lamp), and the
additional turn signals on the exterior mirrors are
equipped with LEDs.
Have the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center if a fault or defect occurs.Adjusting headlamp aim
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important.
To check and readjust a headlamp, follow steps 1
through 5.
Please note:
•Low beam adjustments simultaneously aim the high
beam.
•Vehicle should have a normal trunk load.
1. Park vehicle on level surface approximately 25 ft.
(7.6 m) from a vertical test screen or wall. The
centerline of the vehicle must be at a 90° angle to
the test screen.
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GGarage door opener.................................................... 157Gasoline
Additives .............................................................. 287Fuel requirements ................................................. 286Premium unleaded ................................................ 286
Glove box ................................................................... 148
Instrument cluster........................................................ 78
Activating display .................................................... 81Indicator lamps ....................................................... 80
Instrument lamps ........................................................ 81Instruments and controls ............................................. 18Interior
General notes ........................................................ 147
Interior lighting ......................................................... 145
HHazard warning flasher switch ....................................115Head restraints
Front .......................................................................49Rear.........................................................................50
Headlamp cleaning system ..........................................112Heated seats.................................................................53Hood .......................................................................... 233IIlluminated vanity mirrors ........................................147Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ....................80Infant and child restraint systems .................................70
Installation...............................................................72
JJump starting ............................................................. 251LLIGHT SENSOR - malfunction and
warning messages ................................................ 221
Lighter ...................................................................... 151LIGHTING SYSTEM - malfunction and
warning messages ................................................ 222
Limp home mode (Automatic transmission)................ 183Loading instructions .................................................. 153Locking and unlocking ................................................ 29
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RRear seats
Split folding backrest............................................. 152
Rear view mirrors
Exterior ................................................................. 75Inside ..................................................................... 74
Rear window sunshade .............................................. 146Replacing wiper blade insert ...................................... 268Reserve key .................................................................25Roof rack ..........................................................................270SSafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency
tensioning retractor and airbag .............................. 69
Seat belts .................................................................... 55
Fastening ................................................................ 57Unfastening ........................................................... 59Warning lamp......................................................... 212
Seat belts and integrated restraint system ................... 55Service indicator
See flexible service system (FSS) ...........................105
Setting the audio volume........................................... 104Shelf below rear window ............................................ 228Sliding/pop-up roof .................................................... 143
Emergency operation ............................................ 267opening and closing................................................. 30Synchronizing ...................................................... 144
Snow chains ............................................................... 190Spare parts service ..................................................... 278Spare wheel ....................................................... 229, 241SRS indicator lamp ..................................................... 210Starting and turning off the engine ............................. 174STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. -
malfunction and warning messages ....................... 221
Steering lock .............................................................. 172Storage compartment
Trunk floor ............................................................ 229
Storage compartments
Center console ....................................................... 148Glove box ............................................................... 148
Stowing things in the vehicle ..................................... 228Sun visors ................................................................. 146Supplemental restraint system (SRS)............................63Synchronizing remote control..................................... 266
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