353 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar careIndex Window cleaning
Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An
automotive glass cleaner is recommended.
Note:
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove key
from starter switch before cleaning the windshield,
otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and
cause injury.
Wiper blades
Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and
detergent solution.
Note:
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove key
from starter switch before cleaning the wiper blades,
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 or may damage the clear coat.
Instrument cluster
Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent
for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a
cloth moistened in lukewarm solution. Do not use
scouring agents.
Steering wheel and gear selector lever
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean
with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care.
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CCapacities
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ............................... 361
Cargo area ....................................................................... 174
Loading instructions ................................................ 178
Cargo area cover blind .................................................. 180
Cargo compartment lamps ........................................... 159
Cargo tie-down rings ..................................................... 174
Catalytic converter ........................................................ 202
CD player
See Audio systems ...................................................... 96
CD-changer ..................................................................... 296
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 184
Center console .................................................................. 20
Central locking switch .................................................... 40
Central locking system ................................................... 29
Automatic central locking ......................................... 41
Central locking switch ............................................... 40
Choosing global or selective mode ........................... 31
General notes ............................................................... 28
Locking and unlocking
driver’s door manually .......................................... 36
Locking and unlocking
the tailgate manually ............................................. 38Locking and unlocking
with remote control ............................................... 31
Locking the tailgate separately ................................. 39
Mechanical keys ..........................................................33
Obtaining replacement keys .....................................27
Summer opening/convenience feature ...................32
Vehicle keys ................................................................. 26
Changing wheels ............................................................ 314
Check regularly and before a long trip ....................... 261
Checking engine oil level
Via oil dipstick .......................................................... 304
Child restraint ........................................................... 56, 73
Cleaning and care of the vehicle ................................ 350
Climate control ............................................................... 140
Adjustable air outlets,
rear passenger compartment ............................. 150
Air recirculation ........................................................ 146
Basic setting ............................................................... 144
Defrosting ................................................................... 145
Display and controls ................................................. 142
Dust filter ................................................................... 143
Economy mode .......................................................... 147
Residual engine heat utilization ............................. 148
Special settings ......................................................... 144
Windows fogged up on the inside .......................... 145
Windows fogged up on the outside ........................ 146
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex COMAND, radio and telephone ................................... 190
Combination switch ...................................................... 134
Consumer information .................................................. 367
Control and operation of radio transmitters ............. 190
Coolant level
Adding ........................................................................306
Checking .................................................................... 306
Coolant temperature gauge .......................................... 123
Coolants ........................................................................... 365
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ......................... 365
Cover blind, cargo area ................................................. 180
Cover, spare wheel ......................................................... 312
Cruise control .................................................................234
Cup holder
In passenger footwell ............................................... 167
Next to the armrest ................................................... 166
Rear passenger footwell ........................................... 167
DDeep water
Driving instructions ................................................. 224
Differential locks ............................................................253
Differential locks, disengage ........................................256
Differential locks, engage ............................................. 254Door control panel ........................................................... 22
Door entry lamps ........................................................... 157
Doors ..................................................................................34
Drinking and driving ..................................................... 216
Drive sensibly - save fuel .............................................. 216
Driving instructions ...................................................... 216
Driving off ....................................................................... 218
EEasy-entry/exit feature ...................................................44
Electrical outlet ..............................................................301
Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) ................................... 242
Electronic key ................................................................... 27
Electronic main key
Changing batteries .................................................. 343
Synchronizing remote control ............................... 345
Electronic stability program (ESP) ............................. 243
Control switch .......................................................... 245
Synchronizing .......................................................... 244
Electronic traction system (4-ETS) .............................. 241
Emergency call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 192
Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) .........................65
Emergency unlocking in case of accident ................... 41
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Individual settings ......................................................... 108
"CONVENIENCE" ...................................................... 120
"INSTRUMENT CLUSTER" .......................................110
"LIGHTING" ................................................................114
"VEHICLE"
(audio and central locking system) ....................118
Infant and child restraint system
Installation ................................................................... 75
Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 73
Child seat mounts - LATCH type .............................. 76
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 192
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 84
Indicator lamps ........................................................... 86
Malfunction and indicator lamps ...........................264
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 162
Interior lighting ............................................................. 156
JJack ................................................................................... 296
Jump starting .................................................................. 321
KKeys, changing battery ................................................. 343
Keys, vehicle .....................................................................26LLamps, exterior .............................................................. 328
Bulbs for low and high beam .................................. 331
Bulbs for parking and standing lamp .................... 331
Fog lamp, front ......................................................... 332
Front and rear side marker lamps ........................ 337
Headlamp assembly ................................................. 329
Headlamps .........................................................329, 352
High mounted stop lamp ......................................... 342
License plate lamps ................................................. 340
Rear fog lamp/Backup lamp .................................... 341
Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 328
Taillamp assemblies ................................................ 339
Turn signal lamp, front ........................................... 334
Turn signal lamp, side ............................................. 335
Layout of poly-V-belt ..................................................... 358
Lighter ............................................................................. 170
Limp home mode
(Automatic transmission) ........................................ 214
Loading instructions ...................................................... 178
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PPanic button ...................................................................... 33
Parcel net in front passenger footwell ....................... 180
Parking ............................................................................ 219
Parking brake ................................ 168, 215, 217, 219, 314
Parking lamp, bulb ........................................................ 331
Partition net .................................................................... 175
Poly-V-belt
Layout .........................................................................358
Power assistance ............................................................ 217
Power windows ............................................................... 151
Blocking of rear door window operation ............... 153
Express opening ....................................................... 152
Opening and closing .................................................. 32
Problems with your vehicle ........................................... 15
Product information .......................................................... 7RRadio
See Audio systems ...................................................... 96
Radio transmitters ......................................................... 190
Rain sensor ..................................................................... 135
Rear interior lamps ........................................................ 158Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air outlets ................................................ 150
Rear seat bench .............................................................. 171
Head restraints .......................................................... 173
Rear seat head restraints .............................................. 173
Adjusting .................................................................... 173
Removal ...................................................................... 173
Rear view mirrors
Exterior ......................................................................... 80
Inside ............................................................................79
Rear window defroster .................................................. 149
Rear window wiper/washer ......................................... 138
Removal and installation of
front seat head restraints .......................................... 51
Replacement keys
Obtaining ......................................................................27
Replacing bulbs ............................................................. 328
Replacing wiper blade insert ...................................... 348
Reporting safety defects ................................................. 16
REST ................................................................................. 148
Returning seat bench and
backrest to sitting position ...................................... 172
Roadside assistance ......................................................... 10
Roadside assistance call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 192
Roof racks ........................................................................ 181
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UUnlocking the vehicle with remote control ................. 31VVanity mirrors ................................................................ 161
VEHICLE
(audio and central locking system) .........................118
Vehicle jack ..................................................................... 308
Vehicle keys ...................................................................... 26
Vehicle tools .................................................................... 296
WWarranty coverage ........................................................ 356
Washing the vehicle ..................................................... 352
What you should know at the gas station ................. 258
Wheels ............................................................................. 310
Changing wheels ....................................................... 314
Light alloy wheels .................................................... 353
Rims and tires .......................................................... 359
Where to find it ................................................................ 14
Window wiper/washer, rear ......................................... 138
Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system
Refilling ..................................................................... 307
Winter driving ............................................................... 223
Winter driving instructions ......................................... 222
Wiper blade
Replacing ................................................................... 348
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