188 Controls in detailPower windowsIf you pull and hold the switch up when
closing the window, and upward move-
ment of the window is blocked by some ob-
struction including but not limited to arms,
hands, fingers etc., the automatic reversal
will not operate.
Fully opening windows
Press switch past resistance point and
release.
The window opens completely.
Fully closing windows
Pull switch past resistance point and
release.
The window closes completely.
If the upward movement of the window is
blocked during the closing procedure, the
window will stop and open slightly.Stopping windows
Press or pull respective switch again.Opening and closing the windows with
the SmartKey
The sliding/pop-up roof will also be
opened or closed when you operate the
power windows with the key.Warning!
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Driver's door only:
If within five seconds you again pull the
switch past the resistance point and re-
lease, the automatic reversal will not func-
tion.iYou can also open or close the win-
dows using the:
SmartKey, see below
button
,
in the control panel of
the automatic climate control
(
page 155).
button
e
in the control panel of
the automatic climate control
(
page 155).
Warning!
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Never operate the windows or slid-
ing/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of
anyone being harmed by the opening or
closing procedure.
In case the procedure causes potential dan-
ger, the procedure can be immediately halt-
ed by releasing the remote control button.
To reverse direction of movement press
Œ
for opening or
‹
for closing.
189 Controls in detail
Power windows
Aim transmitter eye at the front door
handle.
Opening (Summer opening feature)
Press and hold button
Œ
after un-
locking the vehicle.
The windows and sliding/pop-up roof
begin to open after approximately one
second.
Release transmit button to interrupt
procedure.Closing (Convenience feature)
Press and hold button
‹
after lock-
ing the vehicle.
The windows and sliding/pop-up roof
begin to close after approximately one
second.
Release transmit button to interrupt
procedure.
Ensure that all side windows and the slid-
ing/pop-up roof are properly closed before
leaving the vehicle.
Closing the side windows and
sliding/pop-up roof with KEYLESS-GO
Press and hold lock button at door
(page 53) until the side windows and
the sliding/pop-up roof are closed.
Synchronizing power windows
The power windows must be resynchro-
nized each time after the battery has been
disconnected:
Pull the power window switches until
the side windows are closed and hold
the switches for approximately one
second.Warning!
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When closing the windows and the slid-
ing/pop-up roof, be sure that there is no
danger of anyone being harmed by the clos-
ing procedure.
If potential danger exists, proceed as fol-
lows:
Release the lock button.
Pull on the door handle and hold firmly.
The side windows and the
sliding/pop-up roof will open for as long
as the door handle is held but the door
not opened.
190 Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*
Sliding/pop-up roof*Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up roof
1Slide roof open
2Slide roof closed
3Raise roof at rear
4Lower roof at rear
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.Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up
roof
Turn the key in the starter switch to
position1 or2 or press the KEY-
LESS-GO* start/stop button.
To open, close, raise or lower the slid-
ing/pop-up roof, move the switch to re-
sistance point in the required direction.
Release the switch when the roof has
reached the required position.
Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up
roof automatically
Move the switch past resistance point
in the direction required and release.
The sliding/pop-up roof opens or clos-
es completely.
Warning!
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When closing the sliding/pop-up roof, make
s ure th at th ere is no da nge r o f a ny o ne bei ng
harmed by the closing procedure.
The closing procedure of the sliding/pop-up
roof can be immediately reversed by either
moving the switch in any direction, or press-
ing button
Œ
on the key and holding it.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from starter switch, take the SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO* (if so equipped) with
you, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave chil-
dren unattended in the vehicle, or with ac-
cess to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised
use of vehicle equipment may cause an ac-
cident and/or serious personal injury.
191 Controls in detail
Sliding/pop-up roof*
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 pro-
cedure, the roof will stop and reopen
slightly.
Opening and closing the sliding/pop-up
roof with the SmartKey
The power windows will also be opened or
closed when you operate the slid-
ing/pop-up roof with the key.
Aim transmitter eye at the front door
handle.
Opening
Press and hold button
Œ
after un-
locking the vehicle.
The windows and sliding/pop-up roof
begin to open after approximately one
second.
Release transmit button to interrupt
procedure.
iYou can also open or close the slid-
ing/pop-up roof using the:
SmartKey (
page 188)
button
,
in the control panel of
the automatic climate control
(
page 155)
button
e
in the control panel of
the automatic climate control
(
page 155)
!To avoid damaging the seals, do not
transport any objects with sharp edges
which can stick out of the slid-
ing/pop-up roof.
The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened
or closed manually should an electrical
malfunction occur (
page 314).
Warning!
G
Never operate the windows or slid-
ing/pop-up roof if there is the possibility of
anyone being harmed by the opening or
closing procedure.
In case the procedure causes potential dan-
ger, the procedure can be immediately halt-
ed by releasing the remote control button.
To reverse direction of movement press
Œ
for opening or
‹
for closing
192 Controls in detailSliding/pop-up roof*Closing
Press and hold button
‹
after lock-
ing the vehicle.
The windows and sliding/pop-up roof
begin to close after approximately one
second.
Release transmit button to interrupt
procedure.
Ensure that all side windows and the slid-
ing/pop-up roof are properly closed before
leaving the vehicle.
Closing the side windows and
sliding/pop-up roof with KEYLESS-GO
Press and hold lock button at door
(page 53) until the side windows and
the sliding/pop-up roof are closed.
Synchronizing the sliding / pop-up roof
The power sliding/pop-up roof must be re-
synchronized each time after:
the battery has been disconnected
the sliding/pop-up roof has been
closed manually
the sliding/pop-up roof does not open
smoothly
a malfunction
Press the switch in direction3.
Wait until the sliding/pop-up roof is
raised and hold the switch down for
approx. one second.
Warning!
G
When closing the windows and the slid-
ing/pop-up roof, be sure that there is no
danger of anyone being harmed by the clos-
ing procedure.
If potential danger exists, proceed as fol-
lows:
Release the lock button.
Pull on the door handle and hold firmly.
The side windows and the
sliding/pop-up roof will open for as long
as the door handle is held but the door
not opened.
221 Controls in detail
Useful features
Opening cup holder
Push front of sliding compartment1.
The cup holder slides out.
Closing cup holder
Push sliding compartment1 back until
it engages.Armrest storage space
Opening compartment in armrest
Lift armrest by handle1.
Closing
Lower armrest until it locks into place.Opening telephone compartment
Lift armrest by pushing button2 or 3.
Closing telephone compartment
Lower armrest until it locks into place.
Locking compartment
Remove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey (
page 310).
Turn the compartment lock to
position5.
Unlocking compartment
Turn the compartment lock to
position4.
Insert the mechanical key in the Smart-
Key.
!Do not store any items between the
telephone holder and the cover for the
blower. Otherwise these items could
be damaged when the holder is closed.
Use the space in the front door pocket
for stowing.
224 Controls in detailUseful featuresRear seat ashtray
Opening ashtray
Pull at top of cover to open ashtray.
Removing ashtray insert
Press latch1 to disengage ashtray in-
sert and remove it.
Reinstalling the ashtray insert
Install ashtray insert.
Close the ashtray.
Cigarette lighter
1Cover
2Cigarette lighter
Turn key in the starter switch to
position1 or2.
Briefly touch cover plate1.
Push in cigarette lighter2.
The lighter will pop out automatically
when hot.
Warning!
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Never touch the heating element or sides of
the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the
knob only.
When leaving the vehicle always remove the
key from the starter switch, take the Smart-
Key with KEYLESS-GO* (if so equipped) with
you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave chil-
dren unattended in the vehicle, or with ac-
cess to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised
use of vehicle equipment may cause an ac-
cident and/or serious personal injury.iThe lighter socket can be used to ac-
commodate electrical accessories up
to a maximum 85 W.
227 Controls in detail
Useful features
Tele Aid The Tele Aid system
(Telematic Alarm Identification on De-
mand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response:
automatic and manual emergency
roadside assistance and
information
The Tele Aid system is operational provid-
ing that the vehicle’s battery is charged,
properly connected, not damaged and cel-
lular 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. To
raise, press button
æ
and to lower,
press button
ç
.
To activate, press the SOS button, the
Roadside Assistance button
•
or
the Information button
¡
, depend-
ing on the type of response required.Shortly after the completion of your Ac-
quaintance 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 and
more.
!The initial activation of the Tele Aid sys-
tem may only be performed by com-
pleting 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 key
in starter switch to position2 or press-
ing KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button (if
so equipped) twice to position2
(page 33). The message
Tele Aid
not activated
will be shown in the
multifunction display for approx.
10 seconds.
If you have any questions regarding ac-
tivation, please call the Response Cen-
ter at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or
1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).
iThe SOS button is located above the in-
side rear view mirror.
The Roadside Assistance button
•
and the Information button
¡
are
located below the center armrest cov-
er.
!The Tele Aid system utilizes the cellular
network for communication and the
GPS (Global Positioning System) satel-
lites for vehicle location. If either of
these signals is unavailable, the
Tele Aid system may not function and if
this occurs, assistance must be sum-
moned by other means.