User manual MERCEDES CLK 320 COUPE

CLK Coupé Operator's Manual CLK 320 Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of ownership, and for your safety and that of your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of your time: · Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside. Then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference. · Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz. · Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and occupants. We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving. DaimlerChrysler AG Introduction Product information .......................... 7 Operator's manual ............................. 8 Where to find it ................................ 13 Reporting Safety Defects ................ 15 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls ............... 18 Center console ..............................20 Overhead control panel ............... 21 Operation Vehicle keys ...................................... 24 Start lock-out ....................................27 General notes on the central locking system ...............27 Central locking system ................... 28 Radio frequency and infrared remote control ...............28 Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside ..................................32 Panic button ................................. 33 Mechanical keys .......................... 33 Doors ................................................. 34 Central locking switch .................... 36 Automatic central locking .......... 37 Emergency unlocking in case of accident .......................... 37 Trunk ................................................. 38 Trunk lid release switch ................ 40 Trunk lid emergency release .........41 Antitheft alarm system ................... 42 Tow-away alarm ............................... 44 Power seats, front ............................ 45 Front head restraints ...................51 Head restraints, rear ................... 52 Backrest ............................................ 53 Multicontour seat ............................ 54 Heated seats ..................................... 55 Seat belts and integrated restraint system .......................... 57 Seat belts .......................................... 57 Seat belt nonusage warning system ............................ 58 BabySmart TM airbag deactivation system ....................64 Self-test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed .................................64 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ................................65 Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) ............................. 65 Airbags ..............................................66 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag .....................................72 Infant and child restraint systems .......................... 74 Adjusting telescoping steering column ..........................77 Inside rear view mirror ..................78 Exterior rear view mirrors .............79 Instrument cluster ...........................82 Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ...................... 84 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display ................. 88 Contents 1 Contents 2 Trip and main odometer, vehicle speed, FSS and engine oil level indicator .......................................92 Audio systems ..................................93 Radio ..............................................93 CD player .......................................94 Cassette player .............................95 Telephone .......................................... 96 Telephone book ............................ 96 Redialing .......................................98 Incoming call .............................. 100 Navigation system .......................... 101 Trip computer ................................. 102 Malfunction message memory ...................................... 104 Individual settings ......................... 106 Setting the audio volume .............. 108 Flexible service system (FSS) ............................................ 109 Engine oil level indicator .............. 112 Engine oil consumption .................113 Exterior lamp switch ...................... 114 Night security illumination .......... 115 Headlamp cleaning system ........... 116 Combination switch ....................... 117 Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................... 119 Automatic climate control ............ 120 Display and controls ................. 122 Basic setting ............................... 122 Economy ...................................... 123 Special settings .......................... 123 Rear window defroster .............. 124 Air recirculation ........................ 125 Residual engine heat utilization ........................... 125 Dust filter .................................... 126 Audio and telephone, operation .................................... 127 Power windows .............................. 146 Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 148 Interior lighting ..............................150 Rear window sunshade ................. 151 Sun visors ....................................... 151 Illuminated vanity mirrors ........... 152 Interior ............................................ 152 Storage compartments, armrest and cup holder ........... 152 Glove box ..................................... 153 Storage compartments in center console ........................ 153 Ashtrays .......................................... 156 Lighter ............................................. 158 Enlarged cargo area ­ split folding rear seat backrest .............................. 159 Loading instructions ..................... 160 Cargo tie down rings ..................... 162 Parcel net in front passenger footwell .................... 162 Telephone, general ........................ 163 Cellular telephone ......................... 163 Garage door opener ....................... 164 Ski sack ........................................... 168 Driving Control and operation of radio transmitters ..................... 174 The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................. 175 Maintenance ................................... 175 Catalytic converter ........................ 176 Emission control ............................ 177 Tele Aid ........................................... 178 Steering lock ................................... 188 Starting and turning off the engine .................................. 190 Automatic transmission ............... 191 Parking brake .................................200 Driving instructions ......................201 Drive sensibly ­ save fuel .........201 Drinking and driving .................201 Pedals ...........................................201 Power assistance ........................202 Brakes .......................................... 202 Driving off ................................... 203 Parking ........................................ 203 Tires ............................................. 204 Snow chains ............................... 206 Winter driving instructions ..... 207 Winter driving ............................ 208 Deep water .................................. 208 Passenger compartment ........... 209 Traveling abroad ........................ 209 Cruise control .................................210 Brake assist system (BAS) ...........................................213 Antilock brake system (ABS) ...........................................215 Electronic stability program (ESP) ............................................217 What you should know at the gas station ...................... 221 Check regularly and before a long trip ...................... 223 Instrument cluster display Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ....................226 On-board diagnostic system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp .............................226 Brake warning lamp ..................227 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp ..................228 Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning ....................228 Electronic stability program (ESP) -- warning lamp ...............229 BAS/ESP malfunction indicator lamp .............................229 ABS malfunction indicator lamp .............................229 Telescoping steering column ­ indicator lamp .............................230 Seat belt warning lamp .............230 Contents 3 Contents 4 Malfunction and indicator lamps in the center console .....................230 AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp .............................230 Malfunction and warning messages in the multifunction display ...............231 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) ..................232 DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ........................232 BATTERY/ALTERNATOR ...........233 ABS-SYSTEM ...............................234 BRAKE ASSIST ...........................234 BRAKE LINING WEAR ..............235 BRAKE FLUID .............................235 PARKING BRAKE ....................... 236 ENGINE FAN ............................... 236 COOLANT (coolant level) ............................. 237 COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) ............... 238 LIGHTING SYSTEM ................... 239 LIGHT SENSOR .......................... 240 STEER. WHEEL ADJUST. .......... 240 ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 241 ELEC. STABIL. PROG. (Electronic stability program) ..................................... 242 REMOVE KEY ............................. 242 WASHER FLUID ......................... 243 TELE AID ..................................... 244 Practical hints First aid kit .....................................246 Shelf below rear window ..............246 Stowing things in the vehicle ......246 Fuses ................................................247 Hood .................................................249 Checking engine oil level ....................................... 251 Automatic transmission fluid level ...................................252 Coolant level ...................................252 Adding coolant ...........................253 Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system ........................254 Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio .......................254 Spare wheel, vehicle tools, storage compartment ................255 Vehicle jack .....................................256 Wheels .............................................257 Tire replacement ........................257 Rotating wheels ..........................258 Spare wheel ....................................259 Changing wheels ...........................260 Tire inflation pressure ..................265 Battery .............................................266 Jump starting ..................................268 Towing the vehicle .........................270 Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking ...................272 Exterior lamps ................................273 Headlamp assembly ................... 274 Taillamp assemblies .................. 276 Changing batteries in the electronic main key .................. 281 Synchronizing remote control ............................ 283 Emergency operation of sliding/pop-up roof .................. 284 Manual release for fuel filler flap ............................ 285 Replacing wiper blade insert ............................... 285 Trunk lamp ..................................... 287 Roof rack ......................................... 287 Vehicle care Cleaning and care of the vehicle ............................. 290 Power washer ............................. 291 Paintwork, painted body components ................................ 291 Tar stains .....................................291 Engine cleaning ..........................292 Vehicle washing .........................292 Ornamental moldings ................292 Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses ......................292 Window cleaning .......................293 Wiper blade .................................293 Light alloy wheels ......................293 Instrument cluster .....................293 Steering wheel and gear selector lever ......................293 Cup holder ...................................294 Seat belts .....................................294 Hard plastic trim items .............294 Headliner and shelf below rear window .....................294 Upholstery ...................................294 Plastic and rubber parts ............294 Contents 5 Contents 6 Technical data Spare parts service ........................296 Warranty coverage .........................296 Identification labels .......................297 Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............298 Technical data ................................299 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ­ capacities ...................................302 Engine oil additives ...................... 303 Engine oils ...................................... 303 Air conditioner refrigerant .......... 303 Brake fluid ...................................... 303 Premium unleaded gasoline ........ 304 Fuel requirements ........................ 304 Gasoline additives ......................... 305 Coolants .......................................... 305 Consumer information ................. 307 Index Index ................................................309 Product information Kindly observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and their special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them. Mercedes-Benz original parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed. Introduction 7 Introduction 8 Operator's manual This Operator's Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures. Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information Booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: · New Car Limited Warranty, · Emission System Warranty, · Emission Performance Warranty, · California, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Massachusetts, and Vermont only), · State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws). Important notice for California retail buyers of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC or its authorized Mercedes-Benz Center fails to conform the vehicle to its express warranties after a reasonable number of repair attempts during the period of one year or 12 000 miles from original delivery of the vehicle. A reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer (1) if the vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of substantial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or (2) the same substantial non-conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once directly notified us in writing of the need to repair the non-conformity and have given us an opportunity to perform the repair ourselves. Notifications should be sent to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Regional Office listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet. Maintenance The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals. Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you. Introduction 9 Introduction 10 Roadside assistance The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number: 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box. Change of address or ownership If you change your address, be sure to send in the "Change of Address Notice" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you should the need arise. If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator. If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800--FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: · Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available, · unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts, · gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage. Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to: In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 In Canada: Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario M4G 2L5 Introduction 11 Introduction 12 We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operator's Manual might differ from your vehicle. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle. If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator's Manual, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator's Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle. Where to find it The Operator's Manual is divided into eight sections: · Instruments and controls: An overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver's seat. · Operation: Information on the vehicle's equipment and its operation. · Driving: Important information on driving. · Instrument cluster display: Displays and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster with brief instructions. · Practical hints: Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency. · Car care: Instructions on caring for your vehicle. · Technical data: All the important technical data for your vehicle as well as consumer information such as fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. is contained here. · Index: Key terms to help you find a topic quickly. Other documents may also be supplied, depending on your vehicle's equipment. Explanation of color used: Warning notices for the protection of yourself and others appear on red background. Introduction 13 Introduction 14 Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at the following addresses: In the USA: Client Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 849 Eglinton Avenue East Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5 In Canada: For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966". Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Introduction 15 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls ............... 18 Center console ..............................20 Overhead control panel ............... 21 Contents ­ Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 17 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 18 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Instruments and controls For more detailed descriptions see Index on page 309. For adjustment of air outlets, refer to automatic climate control, see page 120. 1 Side air outlet, adjustable 2 Air volume control for side air outlet 3 Exterior lamp switch, see page 114 4 Parking brake release, see page 200 5 Parking brake pedal, see page 200 6 Hood lock release, see page 249 7 Combination switch, see page 117 8 Cruise control switch, see page 210 9 Multifunction steering wheel, see page 88 Horn (with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2) 10 Instrument cluster, see page 82 11 Voice recognition system switch, see separate operating instructions 12 Steering lock with ignition/starter switch, see page 188 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 19 13 Center air outlets, adjustable 14 Air volume control for center air outlets 15 Left front seat heater switch, see page 55 16 Headlamp washer switch, see page 116 17 Switch for rear seat head restraints, see page 52 18 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 119 19 Central locking switch, see page 36 20 Switch for tow-away alarm, see page 44 Indicator lamp for antitheft alarm system, see page 42 21 Right front seat heater switch, see page 55 22 Automatic climate control, see page 120 Rear window defroster switch, see page 124 23 Glove box (illuminated with electronic key in steering lock position 1 or 2), see page 153 24 Audio system, see page 127 25 Storage compartment 26 Ashtray with lighter, see page 156 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 20 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Center console 1 ESP control switch, see page 219 2 Program mode selector switch, see page 198 3 Switch for rear window sunshade, see page 151 4 Airbag Off indicator lamp, see page 230 5 Left power window switch, see page 146 6 Trunk lid release switch, see page 40 2 1 3 7 Mirror adjustment switch, see page 79 8 Right power window switch, see page 146 4 5 6 7 8 P68.10-2192-27 Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting, see page 150 2 Sliding/pop-up roof, see page 148 3 Tele Aid (emergency call system), see page 178 1 4 Hands-free microphone for Tele Aid, telephone and voice recognition system. 5 Rear view mirror, see page 78 6 Garage door opener, see page 164 2 3 4 1 5 6 P82.00-2049-27 Instruments and controls Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 21 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 22 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Contents ­ Operation Operation Vehicle keys ...................................... 24 Start lock-out ....................................27 General notes on the central locking system ...............27 Central locking system ................... 28 Radio frequency and infrared remote control ...............28 Opening and closing windows and sliding/pop-up roof from outside ..................................32 Panic button ..................................33 Mechanical keys ...........................33 Doors .................................................. 34 Central locking switch ....................36 Automatic central locking ..........37 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ...........................37 Trunk .................................................38 Trunk lid release switch .................40 Trunk lid emergency release ......... 41 Antitheft alarm system ................... 42 Tow-away alarm ............................... 44 Power seats, front ............................ 45 Front head restraints ...................51 Head restraints, rear ................... 52 Backrest ............................................ 53 Multicontour seat ............................ 54 Heated seats ..................................... 55 Seat belts and integrated restraint system .......................... 57 Seat belts .......................................... 57 Seat belt nonusage warning system ............................ 58 BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system ................... 64 Self-test BabySmartTM without special child seat installed ................................ 64 Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ............................... 65 Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) ............................ 65 Airbags ..............................................66 Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning retractor and airbag .....................................72 Infant and child restraint systems .......................... 74 Adjusting telescoping steering column ..........................77 Inside rear view mirror ..................78 Exterior rear view mirrors .............79 Instrument cluster ...........................82 Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ...................... 84 Multifunction steering wheel, multifunction display ................. 88 Trip and main odometer, vehicle speed, FSS and engine oil level indicator .......................................92 Audio systems .................................. 93 Radio ..............................................93 CD player .......................................94 Cassette player ............................. 95 Telephone .......................................... 96 Telephone book ............................ 96 Redialing .......................................98 Incoming call .............................. 100 Navigation system .......................... 101 Trip computer ................................. 102 Malfunction message memory ...................................... 104 Individual settings ......................... 106 Setting the audio volume .............. 108 Flexible service system (FSS) ............................................ 109 Engine oil level indicator .............. 112 Engine oil consumption .................113 Exterior lamp switch ......................114 Night security illumination ..........115 Headlamp cleaning system ...........116 Combination switch .......................117 Hazard warning flasher switch ...........................................119 Automatic climate control ............ 120 Display and controls ................. 122 Basic setting ............................... 122 Economy ...................................... 123 Special settings .......................... 123 Rear window defroster .............. 124 Air recirculation ........................ 125 Residual engine heat utilization ........................... 125 Dust filter .................................... 126 Audio and telephone, operation .................................... 127 Power windows .............................. 146 Sliding/pop-up roof ....................... 148 Interior lighting ..............................150 Rear window sunshade .................151 Sun visors ........................................151 Illuminated vanity mirrors ...........152 Interior .............................................152 Storage compartments, armrest and cup holder ........... 152 Glove box ..................................... 153 Storage compartments in center console ........................ 153 Ashtrays .......................................... 156 Lighter ............................................. 158 Enlarged cargo area ­ split folding rear seat backrest .............................. 159 Loading instructions ..................... 160 Cargo tie down rings ..................... 162 Parcel net in front passenger footwell .................... 162 Telephone, general ........................ 163 Cellular telephone ......................... 163 Garage door opener ....................... 164 Ski sack ........................................... 168 Contents ­ Operation Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 23 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 24 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Vehicle keys Included with your vehicle are: · 2 electronic main keys with integrated radio frequency and infrared remote controls plus removable mechanical key. The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two electronic main keys are a different color to help distinguish it. · 1 electronic reserve key without remote control functions, plus removable mechanical key. Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury. Electronic main key When using the mechanical key (2) for lock operations, it can be removed by sliding it out of the remote control. To do so, move locking tab (3) to the right and slide the mechanical key (2) in direction of arrow (4). The remote control transmitter is located in the electronic main key. 1 The infrared receivers are located in the door handles. Notes: 3 2 4 P80.35-2031-26 Remove the mechanical key from the electronic main key when using valet parking service. To prevent access to trunk or storage compartments lock them separately and retain the mechanical key. See page 38 for separate locking of trunk and page 153 for locking of glove box. The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control, plus removable mechanical key. The remote control (1) operates all locks on the vehicle. The mechanical key (2) works only in the driver's door, trunk, and storage compartment locks. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 25 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 26 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Electronic reserve key The electronic reserve key (1) works only in the steering lock. There are no batteries inside the electronic reserve key. The mechanical key (2) works only in the driver's door, trunk, and storage compartment locks. 1 To use the mechanical key (2), remove it from its electronic reserve key (1). Note: We recommend that you carry the electronic reserve key plus mechanical key with you and keep it in a safe place (e.g. your wallet) so that it is always handy. Never leave the electronic reserve key in the vehicle. Obtaining replacement keys Your vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process. For security reasons, replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. P80.35-2036-26 The electronic reserve key is without remote control functions, but with removable mechanical key. Start lock-out Important! Removing the electronic key from the steering lock activates the start lock-out. The engine cannot be started. Inserting the electronic key in the steering lock deactivates the start lock-out. Note: In case the engine cannot be started (vehicle's battery is in order), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FORMERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). General notes on the central locking system If the electronic key is inserted in the steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked with the remote control. If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked: · Aim transmitter eye at a receiver of either door handle. Check the batteries of the electronic main key, see page 281, or synchronize the remote control, see page 283. · Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver's door. To start the engine, insert the electronic main key in the steering lock. There could be a slight delay until the electronic main key can be turned in the steering lock. Important! When unlocking the driver's door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button OE or < on the electronic main key. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 27 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 28 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Central locking system 4 Radio frequency and infrared remote control The electronic main key has an integrated radio frequency and infrared remote control. Due to the extended operational range of the remote control, it could be possible to unintentionally lock or unlock the vehicle by pressing the transmit button. If one of the transmit buttons is pressed, the battery check lamp lights up briefly ­ indicating that the batteries are in order. See page 281 for checking batteries. The vehicle doors, trunk and fuel filler flap can be centrally locked and unlocked via remote control. Opening and closing the windows and sliding/ pop-up roof remotely can only be done with the infrared portion of the remote control. Aim transmitter eye at a receiver (6 or 7), press and hold transmit button OE or <. If the electronic key is inserted in steering lock, the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked, and the trunk lid cannot be opened with the remote control. 1 Transmit button < Locking OE Unlocking S Opening trunk (if not separately locked) 2 Lamp for battery check (see page 281 for changing batteries if it does not light up briefly) 3 PANIC button 4 Transmitter eye 5 Locking tab for mechanical key 3 2 1 5 P80.35-2032-26 6 Infrared receiver in driver's door handle 7 Infrared receiver in passenger door handle Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 29 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 30 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Locking and unlocking with remote control Unlocking: Press transmit button OE. All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked. The remote control can be programmed for two kinds of unlocking modes (see below): Selective unlocking mode ­ Press transmit button OE once to unlock driver's door and fuel filler flap. Press transmit button OE twice to unlock both doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk. Global unlocking mode ­ Press transmit button OE once to unlock both doors, fuel filler flap, and trunk. Notes: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 38. The presently active unlocking mode (selective or global) can only be determined by unlocking the vehicle with the remote control (see below for changing mode). If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote control, neither door nor trunk is opened, the electronic key is not inserted in the steering lock, or the central locking switch is not activated, the vehicle will automatically lock. Locking: Press transmit button < once. All turn signal lamps blink three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. If they do not blink three times, a door or trunk is not properly closed. Note: If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked by pressing the transmit button, then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic main key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when pressing transmit button) or to synchronize the remote control, see pages 281 and 283. Choosing global or selective mode on remote control Press and hold transmit buttons < and OE simultaneously for approx. 6 seconds to reprogram the remote control. Battery check lamp will blink two times indicating the completed mode change. Opening the trunk The trunk lid will swing open automatically. You should always make sure there is sufficient clearance. A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft. (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Press transmit button S until trunk lid is open. Important! Do not place remote control in trunk since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle is centrally locked. Note: If the trunk was previously locked separately, it will remain locked, see page 38. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 31 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 32 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Opening and closing windows and sliding /pop-up roof from outside Aim transmitter eye of remote control at a door receiver. To open: Continue to press transmit button OE after unlocking the vehicle. The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to open after approx. 1 second. To interrupt opening procedure, release transmit button. To close: Continue to press transmit button < after locking the vehicle. The windows and sliding/pop-up roof begin to close after approx. 1 second. To interrupt closing procedure, release transmit button. Note: If the windows and sliding/pop-up roof cannot be operated automatically by pressing the transmit button of the remote control then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the electronic main key (if ok, battery check lamp in electronic main key will light briefly when pressing transmit button), or to synchronize the remote control, see page 281 and 283. Warning! Never operate the windows or sliding/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure. In case the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the remote control button. To reverse direction of movement press OE for opening or < for closing. Panic button Note: For operation in the USA only: This device complies with Part 15, Subpart C, Section 209 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1 (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. P80.35-2035-26 Mechanical keys The mechanical keys work only in the driver's door, trunk, and storage compartment locks. Notes: The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key. To activate press and hold button (1) for at least one second. An audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately 3 minutes. To deactivate press button (1) again, or insert electronic key in steering lock. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 33 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 34 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Doors 1 3 2 1 1 Opening ­ pull handle 2 Unlocking driver's door 3 Locking driver's door 4 Individual door from inside: · Push lock button down to lock. · Pull inside door handle to unlock. Important! The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. When you lock the driver's door with the mechanical key, the door lock button should move down. The passenger door must be locked with the door lock button ­ the driver's door can only be locked when it is closed. If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door from the inside will trigger the alarm. When opening a door while the central locking system is in the: · selective unlocking mode, only that individual door is unlocked. The remaining door, the trunk and fuel filler flap remain locked, · global unlocking mode, both doors, the trunk and fuel filler flap are unlocked. Notes: When opening a door, the door window lowers slightly. After closing the door, the window closes again. In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the doors can be locked and unlocked individually. To lock, push down lock button and turn mechanical key in driver's door lock to position 3. In addition lock the trunk. To unlock, pull inside door handle and turn mechanical key in driver's door lock to position 2. When unlocking the driver's door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button OE or < on the electronic main key. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 35 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 36 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Central locking switch If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the global remote control mode, the complete vehicle is unlocked when a door is opened from the inside. Notes: If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control, the doors and trunk cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch. If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside, opening a door with the inside door handle will trigger the alarm. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button OE or < on the electronic main key. 1 Locking 2 Unlocking The central locking switch is located in the center console. The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central locking switch, if both doors are closed. If the vehicle was previously locked with the central locking switch, while in the selective remote control mode, only the door opened from the inside is unlocked. The fuel filler flap cannot be locked or unlocked with the central locking switch. Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury. Automatic central locking The central locking switch also operates the automatic central locking. With the automatic central locking system activated, the doors and trunk are locked at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. To activate: With electronic key in steering lock position 2 hold upper portion of switch (1) for a minimum of 5 seconds. To deactivate: With electronic key in steering lock position 2 hold lower portion of switch (2) for a minimum of 5 seconds. Notes: If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch after activating the automatic central locking, and neither door is opened, then the doors remain unlocked even at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or less with the automatic central locking activated, the door will again be automatically locked at speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. Important! When towing the vehicle, or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand, please, note the following: With the automatic central locking activated and the electronic key in steering lock position 2, the vehicle doors will lock if the left front wheel as well as the right rear wheel spin at vehicle speeds of approx. 9 mph (15 km/h) or more. To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate the automatic central locking. Emergency unlocking in case of accident The doors unlock automatically a short time after a strong deceleration is detected, such as in a collision (this is intended to aid rescue and exit). Driving on rough roads may cause the vehicle to unlock. If necessary, the vehicle can be locked again with the central locking switch, see page 36. 37 Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 38 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Trunk When the trunk is separately locked, it remains locked when centrally unlocking the vehicle. To deny any unauthorized person access to the trunk, lock it separately with the mechanical key. Leave only the electronic main key less its mechanical key with the vehicle. Notes: The mechanical key does not operate the central locking system or antitheft alarm system. When unlocking the trunk with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To cancel the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button OE or < on the electronic main key. 0 Neutral position ­ push to open (arrow) 1 Unlocking 2 Separate locking of trunk ­ remove mechanical key in this position. The trunk lid cannot be opened by the trunk lid release switch or the electronic main key when previously locked separately with the mechanical key. Notes: In case of a malfunction in the central locking system the trunk can be unlocked individually. To unlock and open the trunk lid, turn mechanical key to position 1, hold and push to open. If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 285. Important! Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is locked when the lid is closed if the vehicle has been previously centrally locked. 1 P88.50-2009-26 Lower trunk lid using handle (1) and close it with hands placed flat on trunk lid. Please remember to keep your fingers out of the space between the lid and the vehicle. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 39 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 40 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Central locking system Trunk lid release switch A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft. (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. To open the trunk, the vehicle must be at standstill. Pull up on switch until trunk lid is open. The indicator lamp in the switch remains on with trunk lid open. Notes: The trunk can also be opened by using the electronic main key. Press S button. The trunk lid cannot be opened by the switch or the remote control when previously locked separately with the mechanical key. To open, see page 38. The switch is located on the center console. The trunk lid cannot be opened with the trunk lid release switch when the vehicle was previously locked with the remote control. To unlock vehicle with the remote control, see page 28. Trunk lid emergency release Note: The emergency release button (1) only unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing. Important! The emergency trunk lid release button (1) does not open the trunk lid, if: · the vehicle battery is discharged or disconnected, 1 · the trunk lid was previously locked separately with the mechanical key, see page 38. Illumination of the emergency release button (1): The emergency release button (1) is located in the trunk lid. Briefly press emergency release button (1). All doors, the fuel filler flap, and the trunk unlock; and the trunk lid opens. The button will blink for 30 minutes after opening the trunk. The button will blink for 60 minutes after closing the trunk. Central locking system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 41 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 42 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Antitheft alarm system Antitheft alarm system The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed with the remote control by locking or unlocking the vehicle. The antitheft alarm is armed within approx. 10 seconds after locking the vehicle. A blinking lamp (1) indicates that the alarm is armed. 1 Operation: Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone: · opens a door, · opens the trunk, 1 Indicator lamp in switch located in center console · opens the hood, · attempts to raise the vehicle. The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a door, for example) is immediately closed. The antitheft alarm system is switched off automatically if the vehicle is unlocked with the electronic main key. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 178. Notes: We recommend that you carry the electronic reserve key plus mechanical key with you and keep it in a safe place (e.g. your wallet) so that it is always handy. Never leave the electronic reserve key in the vehicle. When you unlock the driver's door with the mechanical key, the exterior lamps will flash and the alarm will sound. To interrupt the alarm, insert the electronic key in the steering lock or press button OE or < on the electronic main key. Antitheft alarm system Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 43 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Tow-away alarm Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 44 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Tow-away alarm The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in form of flashing exterior lamps. At the same time an alarm will sound for 30 seconds. The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered. The tow-away alarm system is switched off automatically if the vehicle is unlocked with the electronic main key. If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid on page 178. To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train. The switch is located in the center console. 1 Press to switch off 2 Indicator lamp Once the alarm system has been armed, the exterior vehicle lamps will flash and an alarm will sound when someone attempts to raise the vehicle. To do so, turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 0, or remove electronic key from steering lock. Press tow-away alarm switch (1). The indicator lamp (2) illuminates briefly. Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with the remote control. The tow-away alarm remains switched off until the vehicle is locked again with mechanical key or remote control, at which time it is automatically reactivated. Power seats, front Warning! Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Never ride in a moving vehicle with the backrest reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined 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 serious 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. Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted. Warning! When leaving the vehicle always remove the electronic key from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle. The power seats can also be operated with the driver's or passenger door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause serious personal injury. To operate the front power seat adjustment switches, turn electronic key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 (with the driver's or passenger's door open, the power seats can also be operated with the electronic key removed or in steering lock position 0). Seats Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 45 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index Instruments and controls Seats Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 46 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index 5 4 8 safely. The position should be as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls. Note: Do not move the front passenger seat completely forward if objects are stored in the parcel net in the front passenger side footwell. Items in the net may be damaged. 3 Seat cushion tilt Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your legs are lightly supported. 4 Backrest tilt Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel. 5 Head restraint During seat adjustment, the head restraint is automatically adjusted based on seat (fore/aft) position to support the back of the head approximately at ear level. Please check the position of the head restraint to assure that it supports the back of the head approximately at ear level. The head restraint angle can also be adjusted manually. 7 2 1 3 2 The slide switches are located in each door. We recommend to adjust the power seat in the following order: 1 Seat, up/down Press the switch (up/down direction) until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached. 2 Seat, fore/aft Press the switch (fore/aft direction) until a comfortable seating position is reached that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal Notes: Your vehicle is equipped with power head restraints, do not try to raise or lower them manually. Only minor personal adjustments, as described below, should then be required. For steering wheel adjustment, see page 77; inside rear view mirror, see page 78; exterior rear view mirrors, see page 79. Caution! Do not remove head restraints except when mounting seat covers. For removal see page 51. Whenever restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them before driving. Seats Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display 47 Practical hints Car care Technical data Index