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12 V socket
see Sockets
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 183
Function/notes ................................ 57
Important safety notes .................... 57
Warning lamp .................................210
Accident
Automatic measures after an
accident ...........................................53
Activating media mode
General notes ................................ 223
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification.................110
Active Brake Assist
Activating or deactivating .............. 175
Display message ............................ 188
Function/notes ................................ 58
Active Distance Assist
DISTRONIC
Calling up a speed......................... 146
Cruise control lever ....................... 146
Deactivating ................................... 149
Display message ............................ 199
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 149
Driving tips .................................... 150
Function/notes............................. 144
Important safety notes .................. 144
Indicator and warning lamp ........... 215
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 148
Stopping ........................................ 147
Storing a speed .............................. 146
Warning lamp ................................. 215
Active light function......................... 100
ADAPTIVE BRAKE................................. 64
Adaptive Brake Assist
Function/notes................................ 59
Adaptive brake lights.......................... 60
Adaptive Damping System
Function/notes............................. 152
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 194
Function/notes............................. 100
Switching on/off........................... 100
Additives (engine oil)........................ 301
Address book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 217
Adjusting the volume
Multimedia system ........................ 218
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 50
Display message ............................ 191
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 44
Head bag ......................................... 45
Important safety notes .................... 43
Introduction ..................................... 43
Knee bag .......................................... 44
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 46
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 39
Side impact air bag.......................... 45
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 115
Setting ........................................... 115
Setting the blower output of the
AIRSCARF vents ............................. 116
Setting the center air vents ........... 115
Setting the side air vents ............... 115
Switching AIRSCARF on/off............ 89
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
AIRGUIDE............................................. 82
AIRSCARF
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 89
Switching on/off.............................. 89
AIRSCARF vents
Setting the blower output .............. 116
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)......... 64
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 64
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 64
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
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Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 177
Setting the color (on-board com-
puter) .............................................177
AMG menu (on-board computer)..... 179
AMG sports suspension
(Mercedes-AMG SLC 43)
Function/notes .............................152
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-skid chains
see Snow chains
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray............................................... 229
Assistance display (on-board
computer).......................................... 175
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter)..................................................174
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........245
Hiding a service message .............. 245
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 245
Service message ............................ 244
Special service requirements ......... 245
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 64
Function ...........................................64
Switching off the alarm .................... 64
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 175
Display message ............................ 197
Function/notes............................. 162
Audio menu (on-board computer).... 173
Audio system
see Digital Operator's Manual
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 193
see Lights
Automatic car wash (care)............... 246
Automatic engine start (ECO
start/stop function).......................... 122
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function).......................... 121
Automatic headlamp mode................ 97
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 128
Changing gear ............................... 128
Display message ............................ 203
Drive program ................................ 128
Drive program display .................... 125
Driving tips .................................... 128
DYNAMIC SELECT button .............. 124
Emergency running mode.............. 132
Engaging drive position .................. 127
Engaging neutral ............................ 126
Engaging park position automati-
cally ............................................... 126
Engaging reverse gear ................... 126
Engaging the park position ............ 126
Gearshift recommendation ............ 131
Kickdown ....................................... 128
Manual shifting .............................. 129
Oil temperature (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG SLC 43) ...... 179
Overview ........................................ 125
Problem (malfunction) ................... 132
Pulling away ................................... 120
Selector lever ................................ 125
Starting the engine ........................ 120
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 129
Transmission position display ........ 125
Transmission positions .................. 127
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode....................................... 132
B
Back button....................................... 218
BAS (Brake Assist System)................. 57
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 69
Important safety notes .................... 68
Replacing ......................................... 69
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 259
Display message ............................ 195
Important safety notes .................. 257
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Jump starting .................................260
Overview ........................................ 257
Replacing ....................................... 260
Belt
see Seat belts
Belt warning......................................... 42
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 175
Display message ............................ 198
Notes/function .............................. 163
Bluetooth®
Searching for a mobile phone ........221
Searching for a mobile phone
(device manager) ........................... 222
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................217
Telephony ...................................... 221
Brake Assist System
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 188
Notes ............................................. 301
Brake force distribution
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Brake lamps
Adaptive ...........................................60
Display message ............................ 193
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 57
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 59
BAS .................................................. 57
Brake fluid (notes) .........................301
Display message ............................ 183
EBD ..................................................63
High-performance brake system .... 140
Important safety notes .................. 139
Maintenance .................................. 140
Parking brake ................................ 135
Riding tips ...................................... 139
Warning lamp ................................. 210
Breakdown assistance
Reflective safety jacket .................. 251
Where will I find...? ........................ 251
see Flat tire
see Towing away
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting)................................... 32
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
C
California
Important notice for retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 24
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Car wash ........................................ 246
Exhaust pipe ..................................250
Exterior lights ................................ 249
Matte finish ................................... 248
Notes ............................................. 245
Paint .............................................. 247
Power washer ................................ 247
Rear view camera .......................... 250
Sensors ......................................... 250
Washing by hand ........................... 246
Wheels ...........................................249
Windows ........................................ 249
Wiper blades .................................. 249
CD
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................217
CD player (on-board computer)........173
Center console
Lower section .................................. 35
Upper section .................................. 34
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 178
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........66
Changing bulbs
Side marker lamps (rear) ............... 103
Child
Restraint system .............................. 55
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 56
On the front-passenger seat ............ 56
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 56
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Data
see Technical data
Data carrier
Selecting ........................................ 173
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 193
Function/notes ................................ 97
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) .............................................176
Declarations of conformity................. 26
Decorative film
Cleaning instructions ..................... 248
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 177
Interior lighting .............................. 177
Diagnostics connection......................27
Digital Operator's Manual
Help .................................................22
Introduction .....................................22
Digital speedometer.........................171
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 244
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 182
Driving systems .............................197
Engine ............................................ 194
General notes ................................ 182
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 182
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 207
Lights ............................................. 193
Safety systems .............................. 183
SmartKey ....................................... 206
Tires ............................................... 201
Vehicle ...........................................203
Distance recorder
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp).... 215
Distance warning function
Function/notes ................................ 58
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 178
Automatic locking (switch) ...............73
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) .......................................66
Control panel ...................................37
Display message ............................ 205
Emergency locking ........................... 73
Emergency unlocking ....................... 73
Important safety notes.................... 71
Opening (from inside) ...................... 72
Overview .......................................... 71
Drinking and driving......................... 137
Drive program
Automatic transmission ................. 128
Display ........................................... 125
SETUP (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 180
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving
Towing vehicles ............................. 124
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 245
Driving on flooded roads.................. 141
Driving safety system
Active Brake Assist .......................... 58
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 57
ADAPTIVE BRAKE............................. 64
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 59
Adaptive brake lights ....................... 60
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 57
Distance warning function ............... 58
EBD (electronic brake force dis-
tribution) .......................................... 63
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 60
Important safety information ........... 57
Overview .......................................... 56
Driving system
AMG sports suspension
(Mercedes-AMG SLC 43) ............... 152
Driving systems
Adaptive Damping System ............. 152
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 162
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 163
Cruise control ................................ 142
Display message ............................ 197
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 144
HOLD function ............................... 151
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 165
Lane Tracking package .................. 163
Parking Guidance ........................... 156
PARKTRONIC ................................. 153
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Rear view camera .......................... 159
Driving tips
Active Distance Assist
DISTRONIC .................................... 150
Automatic transmission .................128
Brakes ...........................................139
Break-in period .............................. 117
Downhill gradient ........................... 139
Drinking and driving ....................... 137
Driving in winter .............................141
Driving on flooded roads ................ 141
Driving on wet roads ......................141
Exhaust check ............................... 138
Fuel ................................................ 137
General .......................................... 137
Hydroplaning ................................. 141
Icy road surfaces ........................... 141
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 140
Snow chains .................................. 270
Subjecting brakes to a load ........... 139
Wet road surface ........................... 139
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 173
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................217
DYNAMIC SELECT button.................. 124
E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 178
Function/notes ................................ 91
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive .............................92
Function/notes ................................ 91
Switching on/off ........................... 178
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution)
Display message............................ 185
Function/notes................................ 63
ECO display
Function/notes............................. 138
On-board computer ....................... 170
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 122
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 121
Deactivating/activating ................. 122
General information ....................... 121
Important safety notes .................. 121
Introduction ................................... 121
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an
accident ........................................... 53
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 73
Trunk ............................................... 75
Vehicle ............................................. 73
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 294
Important safety notes .................. 293
Removing ....................................... 294
Storage location ............................ 294
Stowing .......................................... 294
Technical data ............................... 294
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 50
Emissions control
Service and warranty information .... 24
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 213
Display message ............................ 194
ECO start/stop function ................ 121
Engine number ............................... 298
Irregular running ............................ 123
Jump-starting ................................. 260
Overview ........................................ 244
Starting problems .......................... 123
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 120
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 120
Switching off .................................. 135
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 265
Engine electronics
Notes ............................................. 296
Problem (malfunction) ................... 123
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 241
Additives ........................................ 301
Checking the oil level ..................... 241
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 241
Display message ............................ 196
Filling capacity ............................... 301
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Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu .....................................179
Assistance menu ........................... 174
Audio menu ................................... 173
Convenience submenu .................. 178
Display messages .......................... 182
Displaying a service message ........245
Factory settings submenu ............. 179
Important safety notes .................. 167
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 176
Lighting submenu .......................... 176
Menu overview .............................. 170
Message memory .......................... 182
Navigation menu ............................ 171
Operation ....................................... 168
RACETIMER ................................... 180
Service menu ................................. 176
Settings menu ............................... 176
Standard display............................ 170
Telephone menu ............................ 173
Trip menu ...................................... 170
Vehicle submenu ........................... 178
Video DVD operation ..................... 173
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Important safety notes .................... 26
Operating system
see On-board computer
Operation
Digital Operator's Manual................ 22
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment ........................... 24
Outside temperature display........... 167
Overhead control panel...................... 36
P
Paddle shifters
see Steering wheel paddle shifters
Paint code number............................ 297
Paintwork (cleaning instructions)... 247
Panic alarm.......................................... 38
Parking
Important safety notes .................. 134
Parking brake ................................ 135
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ................................. 94
Rear view camera .......................... 159
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Parking Guidance ........................... 156
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 155
Important safety notes .................. 153
Problems (malfunctions) ................ 156
Sensor range................................. 154
Warning display ............................. 155
Parking brake
Applying automatically................... 136
Applying or releasing manually ...... 136
Display message ............................ 185
Electric parking brake .................... 135
Emergency braking ........................ 136
General notes ................................ 135
Releasing automatically................. 136
Warning lamp ................................. 212
Parking Guidance
Display message ............................ 199
Important safety notes .................. 156
Parking lamps
Switching on/off.............................. 98
PARKTRONIC
Driving system ............................... 153
Function/notes............................. 153
PASSENGER AIR BAG
Display message ............................ 191
Indicator lamps ................................ 39
Problems (malfunction) .................. 191
Pets in the vehicle............................... 56
Phone book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 217
Pivoting draft stop
see AIRGUIDE
Power washers.................................. 247
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory occu-
pant protection)
Display message ............................ 188
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Overview .......................................... 78
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 84
Relocking ......................................... 80
Roof carrier........................................227
Roof switch.......................................... 79
Route guidance
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................217
Route guidance active......................172
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 53
see Occupant safety
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
SD card
Inserting ........................................ 224
Inserting/removing ........................ 223
Removing ....................................... 224
SD memory card
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................217
Selecting ........................................ 173
Search & Send
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................217
Seat
Correct driver's seat position ........... 85
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt......................... 42
Correct usage .................................. 41
Fastening ......................................... 42
Important safety guidelines ............. 40
Introduction ..................................... 39
Releasing ......................................... 42
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 178
Warning lamp ................................. 208
Warning lamp (function) ................... 42
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 87
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 87
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port .................................................. 88
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 87
Important safety notes .................... 85
Overview .......................................... 85
Seat heating problem ...................... 89
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 95
Switching AIRSCARF on/off............ 89
Switching seat heating on/off......... 88
Selector lever
Positions ........................................ 125
Sensors (cleaning instructions)....... 250
Service menu (on-board com-
puter).................................................. 176
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 301
Coolant (engine) ............................ 301
Engine oil ....................................... 300
Fuel ................................................ 299
Important safety notes .................. 298
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 303
Washer fluid ................................... 302
Setting the air distribution............... 112
Setting the airflow............................ 112
Setting the date/time format
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 217
Setting the language
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 217
Setting the time
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 217
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 179
On-board computer....................... 176
SETUP (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles).................. 180
Side impact air bag............................. 45
Side marker lamp
Changing bulbs (rear) .................... 103
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage)................................................... 193
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 249
Convenience closing feature ............ 77
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Trunk partition
Display message ............................ 205
General notes .................................. 80
Opening/closing .............................. 81
Turn signals
Display message ............................ 193
Switching on/off .............................. 99
Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 296
Installation ..................................... 296
Transmission output (maximum) .... 296
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 73
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 72
Upshift indicator
(on-board computer, Mercedes-
AMG SLC 43) ................................. 179
USB devices
Connecting to the Media Inter-
face ...............................................224
V
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 27
Data acquisition ............................... 28
Display message ............................ 203
Electronics ..................................... 296
Equipment ....................................... 24
Individual settings .......................... 176
Limited Warranty .............................28
Loading .......................................... 279
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 73
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 66
Lowering ........................................ 292
Maintenance .................................... 25
Parking for a long period ................ 137
Pulling away................................... 120
Raising ........................................... 290
REACH Regulation ........................... 27
Reporting problems ......................... 28
Securing from rolling away ............ 289
Tow-starting ................................... 263
Towing away .................................. 263
Transporting .................................. 265
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 73
Unlocking (SmartKey)...................... 66
Vehicle data ................................... 303
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data....................................... 303
Vehicle dimensions........................... 303
Vehicle emergency locking................ 73
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate.............. 297
Vehicle tool kit.................................. 252
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 173
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 217
VIN
Seat ............................................... 298
Type plate ...................................... 297
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 210
Active Brake Assist ........................ 215
Brake Assist ................................... 215
Brakes ........................................... 210
Check Engine ................................. 213
Coolant .......................................... 213
Distance warning ........................... 215
ESP®.............................................. 211
ESP®OFF ....................................... 212
Fuel tank ........................................ 213
General notes ................................ 208
Parking brake ................................ 212
PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 39
Reserve fuel................................... 213
Restraint system ............................ 212
Seat belt ........................................ 208
SPORT handling mode................... 212
Tire pressure monitor .................... 216
Warranty.............................................. 24
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 206
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Protecting the environment
General notes
HEnvironmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affec-
ted by these factors:
Roperating conditions of your vehicle
Ryour personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
Ralways make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight.
Rremove roof racks once you no longer
need them.
Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
Ralways have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
Rdo not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehi-
cle is stationary.
Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe dis-
tance from the vehicle in front.
Ravoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
Rchange gear in good time and use each
gear only up to

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Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject tostrict quality control. Every part has been spe-cifically developed, manufactured or selectedfor and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.Therefore, only genuine Mercedes-Benz partsshould be used.
More than 300,000 different genuineMercedes-Benz parts are available forMercedes-Benz models.
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers main-tain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz partsfor necessary service and repair work. In addi-tion, strategically located parts delivery cen-ters provide quick and reliable parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification num-ber (VIN) when ordering genuine Mercedes-Benz parts (Ypage 297).
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment
iThis Operator's Manual describes all mod-els and all standard and optional equipmentof your vehicle available at the time of goingto print. Country-specific differences arepossible. Bear in mind that your vehicle maynot feature all functions described here.This also applies to safety-relevant systemsand functions. The equipment in your vehi-cle may therefore differ from that shown inthe descriptions and illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all sys-tems installed in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerningequipment and operation, please consult anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The Operator's Manual and MaintenanceBooklet are important documents and shouldbe kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Warranty
The implied warranty for your vehicle appliesin accordance with the warranty terms andconditions in the Service and Warranty Infor-mation booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center willreplace and repair all factory-installed parts inaccordance with the following warranty termsand conditions:
RNew Vehicle Limited Warranty
REmission System Warranty
REmission Performance Warranty
RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine, Massachu-setts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Islandand Vermont Emission Control System War-ranty
RState warranty enforcement laws (lemonlaws)
Replacement parts and accessories are cov-ered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Acces-sories warranties. These are available at anyauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
iShould you lose your Service and WarrantyInformation booklet, have an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center arrange for areplacement. The new Service and WarrantyInformation booklet will be posted to you.
Information for customers in Califor-
nia
Under California law you may be entitled to areplacement of your vehicle or a refund of thepurchase price or lease price, if after a reason-able number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair orservice facilities fail to fix one or more sub-stantial defects or malfunctions in the vehiclethat are covered by its express warranty.
During the period of 18 months from originaldelivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of29,000 km (approximately 18,000 miles) onthe odometer of the vehicle, whichever occursfirst, a reasonable number of repair attemptsis presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if oneor more of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantial defect or malfunc-tion results in a condition that is likely to
24Service and vehicle operation
Introduction