roof rack MERCEDES-BENZ R320CDI 2007 R171 Owner's Manual

Contents
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* ................ 258
Opening and closing ..................... 258
Synchronizing ............................... 260
Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel* .............................. 261
Roller sunblinds for the
panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel........................... 261
Opening and closing the
panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel........................... 262
Synchronizing the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding
panel ............................................ 264
Driving systems ................................. 266
Cruise control............................... 266
Distronic*..................................... 271
Distance warning function*.......... 284
AIRMATIC* ................................... 285
Parktronic* (Parking assist) ......... 291
Rear view camera* ....................... 295Loading .............................................. 297
Roof rack*.................................... 297
Loading instructions..................... 298
Cargo tie-down rings .................... 299
Hooks........................................... 300
Expanding cargo compartment .... 301
Cargo compartment cover blind* . 306
Partition net* ............................... 308
Useful features .................................. 311
Storage compartments ................ 311
Parcel nets ................................... 315
Cup holders.................................. 316
Ashtrays* ..................................... 319
Cigarette lighter* ......................... 321
Power outlets ............................... 322
Rear center console* ................... 323
Heated steering wheel* ............... 326
Telephone* .................................. 327
Tele Aid* ...................................... 330
Garage door opener* ................... 337
Compass ...................................... 342
Floormats ..................................... 343
Infrared reflecting windshield* ..... 344
Operation......................................... 345
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ........ 346
Driving instructions ........................... 347
Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 347
Drinking and driving ..................... 347
Pedals .......................................... 347
Power assistance ......................... 348
Brakes.......................................... 348
Driving off .................................... 351
Parking......................................... 351
Tires ............................................. 352
Hydroplaning................................ 352
Tire traction ................................. 353
Tire speed rating .......................... 353
Winter driving instructions ........... 354
Standing water............................. 355
Passenger compartment .............. 356
Driving abroad ............................. 356
Control and operation of radio
transmitters ................................. 357
Catalytic converter
(gasoline engine) .......................... 357

125 Controls in detail
Locking and unlocking
Limiting opening height of tailgate*
Vehicles with power tailgate*:
The tailgate opening height can be limited
when transporting goods on a roof rack*
(e.g. presence of an MB sport luggage con-
tainer*). When activated, the tailgate
opens to approximately 6.4 ft (1.95 m).
Activate the limiting opening height of
tailgate using the control system
(
page 189).
Closing the tailgate
Closing the tailgate from the inside
electrically*
In vehicles with power tailgate* you can
close the tailgate from the inside using the
remote tailgate switch.
Press remote tailgate switch1
(
page 124) until tailgate begins to
close.
The tailgate closes. The indicator lamp
in the remote tailgate switch goes out.
While the tailgate is closing an acoustic
signal sounds.
To interrupt the closing procedure:
Press or pull remote tailgate switch1
(
page 124).
!The tailgate swings open upwards automat-
ically. Always make sure there is sufficient over-
head clearance. To stop the opening procedure,
press or pull remote tailgate switch1 or press
theŠ button on the SmartKey or SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO*. The tailgate stops moving.
iThe tailgate can also be opened using
theŠ button on the SmartKey (
page 115)
or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* (
page 121).
Warning!G
Maintain sight of the area around the rear of
the vehicle while operating the tailgate with
the door mounted switch. Monitor the
closing procedure carefully to make sure no
one is in danger of being injured.
To interrupt the closing procedure, press or
pull the door mounted remote tailgate
switch.
Even with the SmartKey or the SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the
starter switch or the SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle,
the remote tailgate switch can be operated.
Therefore, 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 serious
personal injury.


297 Controls in detail
Loading
Loading
Roof rack*
1Trim coverFlip roof trim covers 1 open.
Attach the roof rack to the attachment
points under roof trim covers 1.
Follow roof rack manufacturer’s
installation instructions.
For further information, inquire at your
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Warning!G
Only use the roof rack when the basic
carrier bars have been completely mounted.
The left and right roof rails are only
stabilized by means of the basic carriers
being mounted.
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.
!Load the roof rack in such a way that the
vehicle cannot be damaged while driving.
Make sure

you can completely raise the tilt/sliding
sunroof* (or tilt/sliding panel*) at the rear

you can open the tilt/sliding sunroof* (or
tilt/sliding panel*) completely

you can open the tailgate completely

402 Operation
Tires and wheels
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
The GVW comprises the weight of the
vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel,
installed accessories, passengers and
cargo and, if applicable, trailer tongue
load. The GVW must never exceed the
GVWR indicated on the certification label
located on the driver’s door B-pillar.
GVWR (G
ross Vehicle Weight Rating)
This is the maximum permissible vehicle
weight of the fully loaded vehicle (weight of
the vehicle including all options, passen-
gers, fuel, and cargo and, if applicable,
trailer tongue load). It is indicated on certi-
fication label located on the driver’s door
B-pillar.
Kilopascal (kPa)
The metric unit for air pressure. There are
6.9 kPa to 1 psi; another metric unit for air
pressure is bars. There are 100 kilopascals
(kPa) to 1 bar.Maximum load rating
The maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the tire.
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of curb weight, accessory weight,
total load limit and production options
weight.
Maximum tire inflation pressure
This number is the greatest amount of air
pressure that should ever be put in the tire
under normal driving conditions.
Normal occupant weight
The number of occupants the vehicle is
designed to seat, multiplied by
68 kilograms (150 lbs).
Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle
at their designated seating positions.Production options weight
The combined weight of those installed
regular production options weighing over
5 lbs (2.3 kilograms) in excess of those
standard items which they replace, not
previously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim.
PSI (P
ounds per square inch)
A standard unit of measure for air pressure
-> bar, kilopascal (kPa).
Recommended tire inflation pressure
Recommended tire inflation pressure
listed on placard located on driver’s door
B-pillar for normal driving conditions.
Provides best handling, tread life and
riding comfort.

562 Index
Refrigerant, Air conditioning 540
Refueling 360
Regular checks 362
Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
SmartKey 112
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 116
Remote door unlock, Tele Aid* 336
Replacing bulbs 484
Backup lamps 484, 485, 491
Brake lamps 484, 485, 491
Corner-illuminating front fog
lamps* 484, 485, 487, 489
Fog lamp, Rear 484, 485, 491, 492
Headlamps 484, 485, 487
License plate lamps 484, 485, 491,
493
Low beam headlamps 484, 485, 487
Parking lamps 484, 485, 487, 489,
491, 492
Side marker lamps, Front 484, 491
Side marker lamps, Rear 484, 485,
491, 492
Standing lamps 484, 485, 487, 489,
491, 492Tail lamps 484, 485, 491
Turn signal lamps 484, 485, 487,
489, 491
Reporting safety defects 18
Reset button, In instrument cluster 156
Reset tool
Active head restraints,
Depository 482
Residual heat utilization 245
Restraint system
See Children in the vehicle
See SRS
Restraint system see Infant and child re-
straint systems
Reverse gear position, Automatic
transmission 197, 201
Rims 403, 532
Roadside Assistance 12
Roadside Assistance button see Tele Aid*
Roller sunblinds, Panorama roof* 261
RON 542
Roof rack* 297
Rubber parts, Cleaning 416
Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) 383S
Safety
Driving safety systems 100
Occupant safety 72
Reporting safety defects 18
Safety belts see Seat belts
Satellite radio* 172
Seat belt force limiter 82
Seat belt height adjustment 53
Seat belts 79
Children in the vehicle 84
Cleaning 417
Fastening 51
Height adjustment 53
Proper use of 53, 81
Safety guidelines 76
Telltale 29, 79, 426
Seat heating* see Seats 143
Seat ventilation* see Seats
Seating capacity 377

567 Index
Turn signal lamps
Cleaning lenses 413
Messages in the multifunction
display 468
Replacing bulbs 484
Turn signals 60
Additional in mirrors 485
Bulbs 485
Cleaning lenses 413
Indicator lamps 26
Turning off the engine 67
TWR 403
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards 403
Units, Settings
Speedometer 179
Unlocking the vehicle see Key
Upholstery
Cleaning and care of 417
Useful features 311V
Vacuum line routing diagram label 527
Vehicle
Battery 506
Break-in period 346
Care 410
Control systems, Settings menu 176
Dimensions 536
Locking/unlocking 38, 68, 112
Locking/unlocking in an
emergency 478
Modifications and alterations,
Operation safety 16
Proper use of 16
Towing 517
Washing 412
Weights 537
Vehicle care 410
Vehicle Identification Number see VIN
Vehicle jack 473, 474
Vehicle lighting 363Vehicle loading 297
Cargo compartment cover
blind* 306
Cargo tie-down rings 299
Hooks 300
Loading instructions 298
Loading terminology 401
Parcel nets 315
Partition net* 308
Roof rack* 297
Vehicle maximum load on the tire 403
Vehicle Recovery services, Stolen
(Tele Aid*) 337
Vehicle status message memory
menu 174
Vehicle tool kit 472
Vehicle washing 412
VIN 527