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5. Unlock soft top storage compartment:
Open trunk lid with mechanical key and lift
protection cover.
Using screwdriver (supplied in vehicle tool kit), turn
screw two turns counterclockwise.
Close trunk lid.
Important!
Do n ot place mechan ic al key in s id e trun k, si nc e trun k is
locked again when closing the lid.6. Place open-end wrench (1) (supplied in vehicle tool
kit) on bolt between backrest and soft top
compartment cover. Turn wrench (1) in direction of
arrow to its stop and remove.
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14. Open trunk lid with mechanical key and carefully
guide luggage cover (page 250) into its storage
compartment.15. Insert hex-socket wrench (7) to lock the soft top bow.
Press soft top bow down onto soft top compartment
cover.
Insert and turn wrench in direction of arrow (8) to
lock soft top bow.
6
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16 . Us in g sc rewdr iver (s up plied in vehicle tool kit), turn
screw clockwise to the stop.
17. Close trunk lid.
Important!
Do n ot place mechan ic al key in s id e trun k, si nc e trun k is
locked again when closing the lid.18. Press lock button (9) and fold down locking
handle (10).
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Manual release for fuel filler flap
The manual release knob is located behind the right
side trunk panel.
In case the central locking system does not release the
fuel filler flap, pull the manual release knob while
simultaneously opening the fuel filler flap.Replacing wiper blade insert
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the
motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward.
Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield
glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be
scratched or broken.
Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed.
An improperly installed wiper blade may cause
windshield damage.
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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.
Window cleaning
Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An
automotive glass cleaner is recommended.
Note:
For safety reasons, switch off wiper and remove
electronic key from steering lock before cleaning the
windshield, otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly
turn on and cause injury.
Plastic and rubber parts
Do not use oil or wax on these parts.Wiper blade
Clean the wiper blade rubber with a clean cloth and
detergent solution.
Note:
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from steering
lock before cleaning the wiper blade, otherwise the
wiper motor can suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Light alloy wheels
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for
regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week with Mercedes-
Benz approved Wheel Care, using a soft bristle brush
and a strong spray of water.
Follow instructions on container.
Note:
Use only acid-free cleaning materials. The acid could
lead to corrosion.
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Index
AABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 218
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
ABS-SYSTEM - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 237
Adjusting headlamp aim ...............................................285
Adjusting telescoping steering column ........................ 77
Air conditioner refrigerant ........................................... 320
Air distribution .............................................................. 124
Air volume ...................................................................... 124
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 64
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ........................................... 232
Airbags .............................................................................. 67
Alarm system ............................................................. 43, 44
Antenna
Removal ...................................................................... 298
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................... 212, 258, 318, 323
Antiglare night position ................................................. 78
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 218
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 43
Aquaplaning ...................................................................209Armrest, rear bench ....................................................... 156
Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 154
Audio system ..................................................................127
Anti-theft system .......................................................129
Button and soft key operation ................................. 130
Cassette mode ............................................................ 135
CD changer ................................................................. 140
CD mode ..................................................................... 139
Operating and display elements .............................128
Operating safety ........................................................127
Operation .................................................................... 131
Operation – audio and telephone ........................... 127
Radio mode ................................................................ 133
Telephone operation ................................................. 143
Audio systems ................................................................... 93
Cassette player ............................................................ 95
CD player ......................................................................94
Radio .............................................................................93
Automatic central locking .............................................. 36
Automatic climate control ............................................ 120
Air distribution .......................................................... 124
Air recirculation ........................................................125
Air volume ..................................................................124
Basic setting ............................................................... 122
Defogging windows ................................................... 123
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CD changer
See Audio system ...................................................... 140
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 157
Center console .................................................................. 20
Central locking switch .................................................... 35
Central locking system ................................................... 27
Automatic central locking ......................................... 36
Choosing global or selective mode ........................... 30
Electronic key .............................................................. 25
Locking and unlocking .............................................. 29
Mechanical keys .......................................................... 32
Remote control ............................................................ 27
Changing wheels ...........................................................266
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ............ 228
Check regularly and before a long trip ......................226
Checking engine oil level
Via engine oil level indicator ...................................112
Via oil dipstick ...........................................................256
Child restraint .............................................. 58, 63, 64, 75
Child seat
See Infant and child restraint systems .................... 75
Cleaning and care of the vehicle .................................302
Clock, setting .................................................................. 106
COMAND, radio and telephone ................................... 178
Combination switch .......................................................117
Consumer information .................................................. 324Control and operation of radio transmitters .............. 178
COOLANT (coolant level) - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 240
Coolant level
Adding coolant .......................................................... 258
Checking .................................................................... 257
COOLANT TEMP. (coolant temperature) -
malfunction and warning messages ...................... 241
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................86
Coolants .......................................................................... 322
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ........................ 322
Cruise control ................................................................. 214
Cup holder
Center console, front ................................................ 153
DDaytime running lamps ................................................ 115
Deep water
Driving instructions ................................................. 213
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (engine control unit) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 235
DISPLAY DEFECTIVE (several systems) -
malfunction and warning messages ..................... 235
Display illumination ........................................................85
Doors ..................................................................................33
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Drinking and driving ....................................................205
Drive sensibly - save fuel ..............................................205
Driving instructions ......................................................205
Driving off .......................................................................207
EELEC. STABIL. PROG. - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 245
Electronic key ................................................................... 25
Changing batteries ................................................... 288
Electronic main key
Synchronizing remote control ................................ 290
Electronic stability program (ESP)
Control switch ...........................................................222
Malfunction and warning messages ......................245
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
Synchronizing ........................................................... 221
Warning lamp ............................................................ 231
Emergency call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 183
Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) ......................... 66
Emergency trunk lid release button ....................... 41, 42
Emergency unlocking in case of accident ................... 36
Emission control ............................................................ 181Emission control label ................................................... 312
Engine compartment .................................................... 254
ENGINE FAN - malfunction and
warning messages ................................................... 239
Engine malfunction
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ...... 228
Engine oil additives ...................................................... 320
Engine oil consumption ................................................ 113
Engine oil level
Checking ............................................................ 112, 256
Warning ..................................................................... 244
ENGINE OIL LEVEL - malfunction
and warning messages ............................................ 244
Engine oil level indicator .............................................. 112
ENGINE OIL LEVEL NOT WHEN ENGINE ON
(measuring) - multifunction indicator ................... 113
Engine oils ..................................................................... 320
Capacities ................................................................... 318
ESP (Electronic stability program) .... 211, 213, 220, 278
Control switch .......................................................... 222
Malfunction and warning messages ..................... 245
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 231
Synchronizing ...........................................................221
Warning lamp ............................................................231
Express opening and closing
See Power windows ................................................... 147
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