2004 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 KOMPRESSOR COUPE page 72

188 Controls in detailPower windowsOpening and closing the windows with
the SmartKey
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof*
(p a g e 1 8 9 ) w i l l a l s o b e o p e ne d o r c l o s e d
when the power windows are operated
with the SmartKey.

Aim transmitter eye at the front door
handle.Opening (Summer opening feature)

Press and hold button Πafter un-
locking the vehicle.
The windows and panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof* (
page 189) begin
to open after approximately
one second.

Release the Πbutton to stop proce-
dure.
Closing (Convenience feature)

Press and hold button ‹ after lock-
ing the vehicle.
The windows and panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof* begin to close after
approximately one second.

Release the ‹ button to stop proce-
dure.
Make sure all side windows and the pan-
orama sliding/pop-up roof* are properly
closed before leaving the vehicle.
Synchronizing power windows
The power window must be resynchro-
nized each time

after the battery has been disconnect-
ed.


if the power windows cannot be fully
opened (Express-open) or closed (Ex-
press-close).
Synchronizing the power windows

Switch on ignition.

Pull the power window switches until
the side windows are closed.
Hold the switches for approximately
one second.
The power window are adjusted.
Warning!
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Never operate the windows or panorama
sliding /pop-up roof* if there is the possibil-
ity of anyone being harmed by the opening
or closing procedure.
In the event that the procedure causes po-
tential danger, the procedure can be imme-
diately halted by releasing the button on the
SmartKey. To reverse direction of move-
ment, press Œ for opening or ‹ for
closing.

191 Controls in detail
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof*

Turn SmartKey in the starter switch to
position1 or2.
Opening and closing the panorama
sliding/pop-up roof

To open, close, raise or lower the pan-
orama sliding/pop-up roof, move the
switch to the resistance point in the re-
quired direction1to4.
Release the switch when the roof has
reached the desired position.Opening the panorama
sliding/pop-up roof automatically

Move the switch past the resistance
point in direction4 and release.
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof will
not open completely.

Press the switch again to open it com-
pletely.
Stopping the panorama
sliding / pop-up roof

Move the switch in any direction.
!Do not transport any objects that pro-
trude out of the panorama
sliding / pop-up roof as the seals could
be damaged.
Do not open the panorama
sliding / pop-up roof if there is snow or
ice on the roof, as this could result in
malfunctions.
The panorama sliding/pop-up roof can
be opened or closed manually should
an electrical malfunction occur
(page 292).
iYou can also open or close the panora-
ma sliding/pop-up roof using the:

SmartKey (summer opening/con-
venience feature) (
page 192)


buttonO in the control panel of
the climate control (
page 150)
iThe panorama sliding/pop-up roof can-
not be closed automatically.

192 Controls in detailPanorama sliding/pop-up roof*Opening the panorama sliding/pop-up
roof with the SmartKey
The power windows (
page 186) will also
be opened or closed when you operate the
panorama sliding/pop-up roof with the
SmartKey.

Aim transmitter eye at the driver‘s door
handle.Opening (Summer opening feature)
If the roller sunblind is closed:

Press and hold buttonΠafter un-
locking the vehicle.
The windows and the roller sunblind
begin to open after approximately
one second.

Press and hold buttonΠagain.
The panorama sliding / pop-up roof
tilts.

Press and hold buttonΠagain.
The panorama sliding / pop-up roof be-
gins to open after approximately
one second.
If roller sunblind is already open:

Press and hold buttonΠafter un-
locking the vehicle.
The windows move down and the pan-
orama sliding / pop-up roof tilts after
approximately one second.

With the windows fully open, press and
hold buttonΠagain.
The panorama sliding / pop-up roof be-
gins to slide open after approximately
one second.

Release transmit button to stop proce-
dure.
Closing (Convenience feature)

Press and hold button ‹ after lock-
ing the vehicle.
The windows and the panorama slid-
ing/pop-up roof begin to close after
approximately one second.

Release the ‹ button to stop proce-
dure.
Make sure all side windows and the pan-
orama sliding/pop-up roof are properly
closed before leaving the vehicle.
Warning!
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Never operate the windows or panorama
sliding/pop-up roof if there is the possibility
of anyone being harmed by the opening or
closing procedure.
In the event that the procedure causes po-
tential danger, the procedure can be imme-
diately halted by releasing the button on the
SmartKey. To reverse direction of move-
ment, press Œ for opening or ‹ for
closing.

194 Controls in detailDriving systems
Driving systemsThe driving system of your vehicle is de-
scribed on the following pages:

Cruise control, with which the vehicle
can maintain a preset speed
For information on the BAS, ABS and ESP
driving systems, see “Driving safety sys-
tems” (
page 73).
Cruise control
Cruise control automatically maintains the
speed you set for your vehicle.
Use of cruise control is recommended for
driving at a constant speed for extended
periods of time. You can set or resume
cruise control at any speed over 20 mph
(30 km/h).
The cruise control function is operated by
means of the cruise control lever.
The cruise control lever is the uppermost
lever found on the left-hand side of the
steering column.
Warning!
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Cruise control is a convenience system de-
signed to assist the driver during vehicle op-
eration. The driver is and must remain at all
times responsible for the vehicle speed and
for safe brake operation.
Only use cruise control if the road, the traffic
and weather conditions make it advisable to
travel at a steady speed.

The use of cruise control can be danger-
ous on winding roads or in heavy traffic
because conditions do not allow safe
driving at a steady speed.


The use of cruise control can be danger-
ous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in
tire traction can result in wheel spin and
loss of control.


Deactivate cruise control when driving
in fog.
The “Resume” function should only be oper-
ated if the driver is fully aware of the previ-
ously set speed and wishes to resume this
particular preset speed.

198 Controls in detailLoadingFolding the backrest forward
Pull release handle1.

Fold seat cushion2 forward.

Fully retract and fold rearward head re-
straints (
page 92).

Pull release lever3.

Fold backrest4 forward.
Setting up rear seat bench

Fold backrest rearward until it engag-
es.

Fold seat cushion rearward until it
locks into position.
If the backrest is not locked into position,
a red indicator1 will be visible.

Check for secure locking by pushing
and pulling on the backrest.
Warning!
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If a red indicator is visible with the backrest
up, then the backrest is not properly locked
into position.
Always lock backrest in its upright position
when rear seat bench is occupied, or the ex-
tended cargo compartment is not in use.
Check for secure locking by pushing and
pulling on the backrest.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and cause injury
to vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care
when transporting cargo.

201 Controls in detail
Useful features
Storage compartment in front of arm-
rest
Opening
Slide cover1 rearward.
The compartment contains a cigarette
lighter (
page 204), a coin holder, and
a cup holder.
Closing

Slide cover1 forward.Cup holderOpening cup holder

Slide cover rearward.

Push button1.
The cup holder opens automatically.
Warning!
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When not in use, keep the cup holder
closed. Place only containers that fit into the
cup holder to prevent spills. Use lids on
open containers and do not fill containers to
a height where the contents, especially hot
liquids, could spill during vehicle maneu-
vers.

203 Controls in detail
Useful features
Parcel net in front passenger footwell
A small convenience parcel net is located
in the front passenger footwell. It is for
small and light items, such as road maps,
mail, etc.
Ashtrays
Center console ashtray
Opening ashtray
Briefly touch cover plate1.
The ashtray opens automatically.
iVehicles with climate control:
The storage compartment can be heat-
ed or cooled.
The compartment can get very warm
due to its confined space. When storing
heat sensitive objects in the compart-
ment, close the air vent (
page 157)
while heating the passenger compart-
ment.
!Vehicles with climate control:
Do not obstruct the air vent in the
storage compartment.
Warning!
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Do not place heavy or fragile objects, or ob-
jects having sharp edges, in the parcel net.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, they could be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and cause injury
to vehicle occupants.

206 Controls in detailUseful featuresYou can take and place telephone calls us-
ing theí andì buttons on the
steering wheel. To carry out other tele-
phone functions, use the control system
(page 134).
See separate operating manual for instruc-
tions on how to use the telephone.
Tele Aid* The Tele Aid system
(T
elematic A
larm I
dentification on D
e-
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 buttonæ and to lower,
press buttonç.

To activate, press the SOS button, the
Roadside Assistance button• or
the Information button¡, depend-
ing on the type of response required.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km / h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of approx. 44 feet (ap-
proximately 13.5 m) every second.Warning!
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Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from
using a cellular telephone while driving a ve-
hicle. Whether or not prohibited by law, for
safety reasons, the driver should not use the
cellular telephone while the vehicle is in mo-
tion.
Stop the vehicle in a safe location before an-
swering or placing a call.
!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
SmartKey in starter switch to
position2 and the message
TELE AID
EMREG. CALL – NOT ACTIVATED
will be
shown in the multifunction display for
approx. ten 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).