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Side marker lamp, front (5 W / 4 cp bulb)
From inside wheel house (arrow) reach behind side
marker lamp and press tab. Remove lamp from bumper
and take out bulb.High mounted stop lamp,
Additional turn signals on the exterior mirror
The high mounted stop lamp (3rd brake lamp), and the
additional turn signals on the exterior mirrors are
equipped with LEDs.
Have the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center if a malfunction occurs.

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Engine cleaning
Prior to cleaning the engine compartment make sure to
protect electrical components and connectors from the
intrusion of water and cleaning agents.
Corrosion protection, such as MB Anticorrosion Wax
should be applied to the engine compartment after
every engine cleaning. Before applying, all control
linkage bushings and joints should be lubricated. The
poly-V-belt and all pulleys should be protected from any
wax.
Ve h i c l e w a s h i n g
Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct
sunlight. Use only a mild car wash detergent, such as
Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo.
Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of
water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the
ventilation intake. Use plenty of water and rinse the
sponge and chamois frequently.
Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a
chamois. Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the
finish.Due to the width of the vehicle, prior to running the
vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold back the
outside mirrors to prevent them from getting damaged.
In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces of road salt
as soon as possible.
When washing the underbody, do not forget to clean the
inner sides of the wheels.
Ornamental moldings
For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome-
plated parts, use a chrome cleaner.
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz
approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water.
To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use
only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the lenses.
Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry cloth or
sponge.

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EELEC. STABIL. PROG. -
malfunction and warning messages ......................260
Electrical outlet ..............................................................265
Electronic main key ......................................................... 25
Changing batteries ...................................................298
Synchronizing remote control ................................300
Electronic stability program (ESP) ..............................228
Control switch ...........................................................230
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................245
Synchronizing ...........................................................229
Warning lamp ............................................................245
Emergency call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 186
Emergency engine shut-down .....................................300
Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) ......................... 69
SRS indicator lamp ...................................................244
Emergency unlocking in case of accident ................... 37
Emission control ............................................................ 197
Emission control label .................................................. 318
Engine compartment .....................................................266
ENGINE FAN -
malfunction and warning messages ......................252
Engine malfunctionCHECK ENGINE
malfunction indicator lamp ............................... 242
Engine oil additives ...................................................... 324
Engine oil consumption ................................................ 118
Engine oil level
Checking ............................................................. 117, 268
Warning ..................................................................... 258
ENGINE OIL LEVEL -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 258
Engine oil level indicator .............................................. 117
Engine oils ..................................................................... 324
ESP (Electronic Stability Program) ............................ 228
Control switch .......................................................... 230
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 245
Synchronizing .......................................................... 229
Warning lamp ........................................................... 245
ETR (Emergency tensioning retractor) .........................69
SRS indicator lamp .................................................. 244
Exterior lamp switch ..................................................... 119
Exterior lamps ................................................................ 291
Additional turn signals on
the exterior mirror .............................................. 297
Headlamp assembly ................................................. 292
High mounted stop lamp ......................................... 297
License plate lamps ................................................. 296
Low and high beam .................................................. 293

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IIdentification labels ....................................................... 317
Illuminated vanity mirrors ........................................... 160
Indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster ............................................. 88, 242
Individual settings ..........................................................110
Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 78
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 186
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 86
Activating ..................................................................... 89
Illumination ................................................................. 89
Indicator lamps ........................................................... 88
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 161
Interior lighting ............................................................. 159JJump starting ..................................................................285
KKeys, vehicle .....................................................................24LLamps, exterior
Fog lamps ...........................................................119, 295
Headlamps ........................................ 119, 255, 292, 310
Parking lamps ...........................................119, 294, 295
Replacing bulbs ......................................................... 291
Side marker lamp, front ...................................119, 297
Standing lamps .........................................119, 294, 295
Taillamps .......................................... 119, 255, 295, 310
Layout of poly-V-belt drive ............................................ 318
LIGHT SENSOR -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 256
Lighter ............................................................................. 167
LIGHTING SYSTEM -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 255
Limp home mode ........................................................... 209
Loading instructions ...................................................... 176
Locking and unlocking .................................................... 31

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MMaintenance ................................................................... 185
Malfunction and indicator lamp
in the center console ................................................246
Malfunction and indicator lamps
in the instrument cluster .........................................242
Malfunction and warning messages ...........................247
ABS-SYSTEM .............................................................250
BATTERY / ALTERNATOR .......................................249
BRAKE ASSIST ..........................................................250
BRAKE FLUID ............................................................ 251
BRAKE LINING WEAR ............................................. 251
COOLANT (coolant level) .........................................253
COOLANT TEMP. .......................................................254
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) .........248
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) ...............248
ELEC. STABIL. PROG. ...............................................260
ENGINE FAN ..............................................................252
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ..................................................258
LIGHT SENSOR .........................................................256
LIGHTING SYSTEM ...................................................255
PARKING BRAKE ......................................................252
REMOVE KEY ............................................................256
STEERING GEAR OIL ...............................................257
TELE AID ....................................................................257WASHER FLUID ........................................................ 259
Malfunction message memory ....................................108
Manual release for fuel filler flap .............................. 302
Mechanical keys ............................................................... 33
Memory ................................................................ 47, 81, 84
Recalling ....................................................................... 48
Storing ........................................................................... 47
Mirror, exterior, adjusting ..............................................83
Mirror, exterior, rear view ..............................................83
Mirror, inside, rear view ................................................. 82
Multicontour seat ............................................................. 53
Multifunction display ...................................................... 92
Audio systems ..............................................................97
Engine oil level indicator ...........................................96
FSS (Flexible service system) ................................... 96
Individual settings .................................................... 110
Malfunction message memory ............................... 108
Navigation system .....................................................105
Telephone ...................................................................100
Trip and main odometer ............................................ 96
Trip computer ............................................................106
Vehicle speed ............................................................... 96
Multifunction steering wheel .........................................92
Setting the audio volume ......................................... 113

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NNavigation system - Multifunctions display .............. 105
Night security Illumination ......................................... 120OOn-board diagnostic system .........................................242
Operator’s manual ............................................................. 8
Outside temperature indicator ...................................... 90
Overhead control panel ................................................... 21PPanic button ...................................................................... 33
Parcel net in front passenger footwell ....................... 178
Parking ............................................................................ 213
Parking assist (Parktronic) ..........................................232
Malfunction ...............................................................236
Parktronic switch ......................................................236
Sensors .......................................................................233
Warning indicators ...................................................234
Parking brake ...............................210, 212, 213, 229, 243
PA R K I N G B R A K E -
malfunction and warning messages ......................252Power assistance ............................................................ 212
Power seats, front ............................................................. 44
Power windows ............................................................... 154
Blocking of rear door window operation ............... 155
Opening and closing ...................................................32
Synchronizing ........................................................... 156
Problems with your vehicle ............................................ 14
Product information .......................................................... 7
RRadio transmitters ......................................................... 184
Rain sensor ..................................................................... 123
Rear view mirrors ............................................................82
Antiglare night position .............................................82
Exterior ......................................................................... 83
Inside ............................................................................82
Parking position ..........................................................85
Storing mirror positions in memory ........................84
Rear window defroster .................................................. 130
Rear window wiper/washer .........................................124
Rear-facing bench seat .................................................. 174
Remote control .................................................................29
Battery replacement ................................................ 298

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Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ..................................................290
Traveling abroad ............................................................ 219
Trip computer ................................................................. 106
Trip odometer ................................................................... 91
Turn signal failure ......................................................... 122
Turn signals .................................................................... 122
VVanity mirrors ................................................................ 160
Vehicle jack .....................................................................273
Vehicle tools ....................................................................272WWarranty Coverage ........................................................ 316
WA S H E R F L U I D -
malfunction and warning messages ......................259
What you should know at the gas station ..................237Wheels .............................................................................274
Changing ................................................................... 277
Light alloy wheels ..................................................... 312
Rims and tires .......................................................... 320
Rotating ..................................................................... 275
Spare wheel ................................................................ 276
Where to find it ................................................................ 13
Windshield and headlamp washer
fluid mixing ratio ...................................................... 271
Windshield and headlamp washer system
Refilling ...................................................................... 271
Winter driving ................................................................ 218
Winter driving instructions .......................................... 217
Wiper blade
Replacing insert ....................................................... 302