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Emergency call
Important!
If you press button for more than 1 second, the
number stored in memory location 1 (for example 911)
will be dialed.
The 911 emergency call system is a public service.
Using it without due cause is a criminal offence.
You can make an emergency call to an emergency
rescue station with a mobile communications network.
The emergency call will be placed as long as the
corresponding mobile communications network is
available. To do this, switch the telephone on if you have
not already done so.
The call will also be placed if the unlock-code is not
entered.Emergency calls may not be possible with all telephone
networks or if certain network services and/or
telephone functions are active. Check with your local
network operating company. It may take some time to
set up an emergency call.
To use this function you must ensure that the number
stored in memory location 1 is the number to be dialed
in case of emergency.
Note:
If an emergency call cannot be
connected, the message
“SYSTM BUSY” appears.
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Express opening and closing
Press or pull switch past resistance point and release –
window opens or closes completely.
To interrupt procedure, briefly press or pull switch.
If the upward movement of the window is blocked
during the closing procedure, the window will stop
during the last few inches before closure and open
slightly.
When pulling and holding the switch to close the
window, and upward movement of the window is
blocked during the last few inches before closure, it will
stop but not
open slightly.
The windows can also be opened and closed using:
•the summer opening / convenience feature, see
page 35.
•the button O in the control panel of the climate
control, see page 158 or of the automatic climate
control, see page 167.
•the button e in the control panel of the
automatic climate control, see page 168.
Wa r n i n g !
When closing the windows, be sure that there is no
danger of anyone being harmed by the closing
procedure.In case of obstruction, the automatic reversal will
not operate if a door window is being closed by
pulling the switch to its resistance point and
holding it there, or when using the electronic key.The closing procedure of door windows can be
immediately reversed by either pressing or pulling
the switch, or pressing buttonŒ on the
electronic key and holding it.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
electronic key from starter switch, and lock your
vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause
serious personal injury.
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201 Interior equipment
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automatically
Move the switch past resistance point in the direction
required and release.
The sliding / pop-up roof opens or closes completely.
Stopping the sliding / pop-up roof:
Move the switch in any direction.
If the movement of the sliding / pop-up roof is blocked
during the closing procedure, the roof will stop and
reopen slightly.With the roof closed or tilted open, a screen can be slid
into the roof opening to guard against sun rays. When
sliding the roof open, the screen will also retract.
The sliding / pop-up roof can also be opened and closed
using:
•the summer opening / convenience feature, see
page 35.
•the button O in the control panel of the climate
control, see page 158 or of the automatic climate
control, see page 167.
•the button ein the control panel of the
automatic climate control, see page 168.
Notes:
To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any
objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the
sliding / pop-up roof.
The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed
manually should an electrical malfunction occur, see
page 360.
Wa r n i n g !
When closing the sliding / pop-up roof, be sure that
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the
closing procedure.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
electronic key from starter switch, and lock your
vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause
serious personal injury.
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203 Interior equipment
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1Rear interior lights
Press the button to switch the rear passenger
compartment lights on / off.
2Right front reading lamp
Press the button to switch the reading lamp on or
off. The right reading lamp will be switched on or
off.
3To switch off automatic function:
Press the rocker switch.The interior lighting remains switched off, even
when centrally unlocking the vehicle or opening a
door or the electronic key is removed from the
starter switch.
4To select automatic function:
Press the rocker switch to the center position.
Interior lamps are switched on in darkness, when
unlocking the vehicle, opening a door or removing
the electronic key from starter switch.
Interior lamps are switched off (soft fade) delayed,
when locking the vehicle, closing the doors or
inserting the electronic key in starter switch.
However, there will be no delay when the electronic
key is in starter switch position 2.
5Interior lamps, front:
Press rocker switch in to switch front interior lamps
on. The interior lighting stays on while the rocker
switch is pressed in.
Switching off the front interior lighting:
Press rocker switch to position (3) or (4).
6Left front reading lamp:
Press the button to switch the reading lamp on or
off. The left reading lamp will be switched on or off.
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1Cup holder in front seat armrest
Open cup holder:
Push button (1) the cup holder slides out.Close cup holder:
Push (arrow) until cup holder engages.
P 68.00-2715-26
Wa r n i n g !
Keep the cup holder closed while traveling. Place
only containers that fit into the cup holder to
prevent spills. Do not fill containers to a height
where the contents could spill during vehicle
maneuvers, especially hot liquids.
P 68.00-2715-26
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3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand-
held transmitter button and the desired integrated
remote control button. Do not release the buttons
until completing step 4.
4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control
will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the
indicator lamp flashes rapidly, both buttons may be
released (the rapid flashing lamp indicates
successful programming of the new frequency
signal). To program the remaining two buttons,
follow steps 1 through 4.
Note:
If, after repeated attempts, you do not successfully
program the integrated remote control device to learn
the signal of the hand-held transmitter, the garage door
opener could be equipped with the “rolling code
feature”.Rolling code programming:
To train a garage door opener (or other rolling code
devices) with the rolling code feature, follow these
instructions after completing the “Programming”
portion of this text. (A second person may make the
following training procedures quicker and easier.)
1. Locate training button on the garage door opener
motor head unit. Exact location and color of the
button may vary by garage door opener brand. If
there is difficulty locating the transmitting button,
reference to garage door opener operator’s manual.
2. Press “training” button on the garage door opener
motor head unit (which activated the “training
light”).
Note:
Following step 2, there are 30 seconds to initiate
step 3.
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229 Garage door opener
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integrated remote control transmit button. Press
and release same button a second time to complete
the training process. (Some garage door openers
may required you to do this procedure a third time
to complete the training.)
4. Confirm the garage door operation by pressing the
programmed button on the integrated remote
control transmitter.
Canadian programming:
During programming, your hand-held transmitter may
automatically stop transmitting. Continue to press and
hold the integrated remote control transmitter button
(note steps 2 through 4 in the “Programming” portion)
while you press and re-press (“cycle”) your hand-held
transmitter every two seconds until the frequency
signal has been learned. The indicator lamp will flash
slowly and then rapidly after several seconds upon
successful training.Operation of remote control:
1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1
or 2.
2. Select and press the appropriate button to activate
the remote control device. The integrated remote
control transmitter continues to send the signal as
long as the button is pressed – up to 20 seconds.
Erasing the remote control memory:
1. Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1
or 2.
2. Simultaneously holding down the left and right side
buttons for approximately 20 seconds, or until the
control lamp blink rapidly, will erase the codes of all
three channels.
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Tele Aid
Important!
The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be
performed by completing the subscriber agreement and
placing an acquaintance call using the “SOS” button.
Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a
system that is not activated. If the system is not
activated the indicator lamp in the “SOS” button stays
on after turning electronic key in starter switch to
position 2 and the message “TELE AID – NOT
ACTIVATED” will be shown in the multifunction display
for approx. 10 seconds.
If you have any questions regarding activation, please
call the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA)
or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).
(Te l ematic Alarm Identification on Demand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response;
automatic and manual emergency, roadside assistance
and information.
The Tele Aid system is operational providing that the
vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not
damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available.The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can be adjusted
when using the volume control on the multifunction
steering wheel, for raising press buttonæ and for
lowering press buttonç.
To activate, press the “SOS” button, the Roadside
Assistance button or the Information button¡,
depending on the type of response required.
Shortly after the completion of your Acquaintance Call,
you will receive a user ID and password via first call
mail. By visiting www.mbusa.com and selecting “Tele
Aid” (USA only), you will have access to account
information, remote door unlock, Info Services
* profile
and more.
* Optional (available only with COMAND)System self-check
Initially, after turning the electronic key in starter
switch to position 2, malfunctions are detected and
indicated (the indicator lamps in the “SOS” button, the
Roadside Assistance button and the Information
button¡ stay on longer than 10 seconds or do not
come on). The message “TELE AID – VISIT
WORKSHOP” appears for approx. 10 seconds in the
multifunction display.
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