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288 Emergency operation of soft top
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Raising soft top manually
In case of malfunction, the power soft top can also be
raised manually. This procedure should be performed
with great care by two persons.
We recommend to take off your watch or other jewelry to
prevent personal injury.
A combination open-end / hex-socket wrench in the
vehicle tool kit is required for this job.
1. E n ga ge p a rk i n g b ra ke .
2. Lower windows and open doors.
3. Lower roll bar with roll bar switch.
Note:
If the roll bar cannot be lowered, carefully guide the
soft top across the roll bar. Lift the rear window over
the roll bar.
4. For safety reasons, remove electronic key from
steering lock. Important!
Ensure that the trunk lid is closed while raising the soft
top manually. Otherwise there is the possibility of
contact between the trunk lid and the soft top
compartment cover.
Wa r n i n g !
Do not place your hands near the roll bar, soft top
frame, upper windshield area or soft top storage
compartment or between the soft top rods while the
soft top is being raised and locked. Serious personal injury may occur.
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289 Emergency operation of soft top
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Open trunk lid with mechanical key and lift
protection cover.
Using screwdriver (supplied in vehicle tool kit), turn
screw two turns counterclockwise.
Close trunk lid.
Important!
Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is
locked again when closing the lid.6. Place open-end wrench (1) (supplied in vehicle tool
kit) on bolt between backrest and soft top
compartment cover. Turn wrench (1) in direction of
arrow to its stop and remove.
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13. Lower rear window section of soft top (6).
14. Open trunk lid with mechanical key and carefully
guide luggage cover (page 246) into its storage
compartment.15. Insert hex-socket wrench (7) to lock the soft top bow.
Press soft top bow down onto soft top compartment
cover.
Insert and turn wrench in direction of arrow (8) to
lock soft top bow.
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screw clockwise to the stop.
17. Close trunk lid.
Important!
Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is
locked again when closing the lid.18. Press lock button (9) and fold down locking
handle (10).
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296 Manual release for fuel filler flap
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Manual release for fuel filler flap
The manual release knob is located behind the right
side trunk panel.
In case the central locking system does not release the
fuel filler flap, pull the manual release knob while
simultaneously opening the fuel filler flap.Replacing wiper blade insert
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the
motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward.
Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield
glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be
scratched or broken.
Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed.
An improperly installed wiper blade may cause
windshield damage.
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303 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz
approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water.
To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use
only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the lenses.
Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry cloth or
sponge.
Window cleaning
Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An
automotive glass cleaner is recommended.
Note:
For safety reasons, switch off wiper and remove
electronic key from steering lock before cleaning the
windshield, otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly
turn on and cause injury.
Plastic and rubber parts
Do not use oil or wax on these parts.Wiper blade
Clean the wiper blade rubber with a clean cloth and
detergent solution.
Note:
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before cleaning the wiper blade, otherwise the
wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Light alloy wheels
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for
regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week with Mercedes-
Benz approved Wheel Care, using a soft bristle brush
and a strong spray of water.
Follow instructions on container.
Note:
Use only acid-free cleaning materials. The acid could
lead to corrosion.
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324 Index
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Index
AABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 214
Malfunction indicator lamp..................................... 227
ABS-SYSTEM - malfunction and
warning messages ......................................................... 233
Adjusting headlamp aim............................................... 282
Adjusting telescoping steering column ........................ 73
Air conditioner refrigerant............................................ 318
Air distribution .............................................................. 120
Air volume ...................................................................... 120
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 59
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ........................................... 228
Airbags .............................................................................. 61
Alarm system ............................................................. 39, 40
Antenna
Removal ...................................................................... 295
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................... 208, 254, 316, 321
Antiglare night position.................................................. 74
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 214
Malfunction indicator lamp..................................... 227
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 39
Aquaplaning ...................................................................205Armrest, rear bench ....................................................... 152
Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 150
Audio system ..................................................................123
Anti-theft system ....................................................... 125
Button and soft key operation ................................. 126
Cassette mode ............................................................ 131
CD changer ................................................................. 136
CD mode ..................................................................... 135
Operating and display elements .............................124
Operating safety ........................................................ 123
Operation ....................................................................127
Operation – audio and telephone ........................... 123
Radio mode ................................................................ 129
Telephone operation ................................................. 139
Audio systems ................................................................... 89
Cassette player ............................................................ 91
CD player ......................................................................90
Radio ............................................................................. 89
Automatic central locking .............................................. 34
Automatic climate control ............................................ 116
Air distribution .......................................................... 120
Air recirculation ........................................................ 121
Air volume.................................................................. 120
Basic setting............................................................... 118
Defogging windows ................................................... 119
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CCapacities
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ............................... 316
Cargo tie-down rings ..................................................... 152
Catalytic converter......................................................... 176
CD changer
See Audio system ...................................................... 136
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 153
Center console .................................................................. 18
Central locking switch .................................................... 33
Central locking system ................................................... 25
Automatic central locking ......................................... 34
Choosing global or selective mode........................... 28
Electronic key .............................................................. 23
Locking and unlocking............................................... 27
Mechanical keys ........................................................... 30
Remote control ............................................................ 25
Changing wheels ........................................................... 263
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp............ 224
Check regularly and before a long trip ...................... 222
Checking engine oil level
Via engine oil level indicator .................................. 108
Via oil dipstick........................................................... 252Child restraint .............................................. 53, 58, 59, 69
Child seat
See Infant and child restraint systems .................... 69
Cleaning and care of the vehicle ................................ 300
Clock, setting .................................................................. 102
COMAND, radio and telephone.................................... 174
Combination switch ....................................................... 113
Consumer information ................................................. 322
Control and operation of radio transmitters .............. 174
COOLANT (coolant level) - malfunction and warning
messages ................................................................... 236
Coolant level
Adding coolant.......................................................... 254
Checking .................................................................... 253
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 237
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................ 82
Coolants .......................................................................... 320
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ........................ 320
Cruise control ................................................................. 210
Cup holder
Center console, front ................................................ 149
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DDaytime running lamps ................................................. 111
Standing water
Driving instructions ................................................. 209
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) -
malfunction and warning messages ...................... 231
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 231
Display illumination ........................................................ 81
Doors .................................................................................. 31
Drinking and driving .................................................... 201
Drive sensibly - save fuel .............................................. 201
Driving instructions ....................................................... 201
Driving off .......................................................................203EELEC. STABIL. PROG. - malfunction and warning
messages .................................................................... 241
Electronic key ................................................................... 23
Changing batteries ................................................... 285
Synchronizing remote control ................................ 287
Electronic stability program (ESP)
Control switch ........................................................... 218
Malfunction and warning messages ...................... 241Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 227
Synchronizing............................................................ 217
Warning lamp ........................................................... 227
Emergency call
See Tele Aid................................................................ 179
Emergency tensioning device (ETD) ............................. 60
Emergency trunk lid release button ............................. 38
Emergency unlocking in case of accident.................... 34
Emission control ............................................................ 177
Emission control label ................................................... 310
Engine compartment .................................................... 250
ENGINE FAN - malfunction and
warning messages ........................................................ 235
Engine malfunction
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ...... 224
Engine oil additives ....................................................... 318
Engine oil consumption ................................................ 109
Engine oil level
Checking............................................................ 108, 252
Warning ..................................................................... 240
ENGINE OIL LEVEL - malfunction and warning
messages ................................................................... 240
Engine oil level indicator .............................................. 108
ENGINE OIL LEVEL NOT WHEN ENGINE ON
(measuring) - multifunction indicator ................... 109
Engine oils....................................................................... 318
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329 Index
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Global locking
See Central locking system ....................................... 27
Glove box ......................................................................... 147
HHazard warning flasher switch ....................................115
Head restraints
Front.............................................................................. 46
Rear ............................................................................... 47
Removal ........................................................................ 46
Headlamp cleaning system ...........................................112
Headlights ........................................................................110
Heated seats...................................................................... 51
High beams
See Combination switch ........................................... 113
Hood ................................................................................. 250IIdentification labels....................................................... 309
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 146
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ................... 80
Individual settings......................................................... 102Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 69
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 183
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 78
Activating display ....................................................... 81
Indicator lamps............................................................ 80
Instrument lamps ............................................................. 81
Instruments and controls ............................................... 16
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 147
Interior lighting .............................................................. 145
JJump starting .................................................................. 271KKeys, changing battery ................................................. 285
Keys, vehicle .....................................................................22
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