475 Technical terms
PTC heating element
(P
ositive T
emperature C
oefficient)
Electronic component that warms up
quickly as electricity is supplied to it
and is used as a ->heater booster sys-
tem in diesel vehicles.
Restraint systems
Seat belts, belt tensioners, air bags and
child restraint systems. As indepen-
dent systems, their protective func-
tions complement one another.
RON
(R
esearch O
ctane N
umber)
The Research Octane Number for gaso-
line as determined by a standardized
method. It is an indication of a gaso-
line's ability to resist undesired detona-
tion (knocking). The average of both
the ->MON (Motor Octane Number)
and RON (Research Octane Number) is
posted at the pump, also known as
ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.SBC
(S
ensotronic B
rake C
ontrol)
Electronically controlled hydraulic
braking system for increased braking
safety and comfort.
Shift lock
When the vehicle is parked, this lock
prevents the transmission selector le-
ver from being moved out of positionP
without the ignition or engine on and
brake pedal depressed.
SRS
(S
upplemental R
estraint S
ystem)
Seat belts, emergency tensioning de-
vice and air bags. Though independent
systems, they are closely interfaced to
provide effective occupant protection.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 man-
ual emergency, roadside assistance
and information. Tele Aid is initially ac-
tivated by completing a subscriber
agreement and placing an acquain-
tance call.
The Tele Aid system is operational pro-
vided that the vehicle’s battery is
charged, properly connected, not dam-
aged and cellular and GPS coverage is
available.
Telematics*
A combination of the terms “telecom-
munications” and “informatics”.
Tightening torque
Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug
wrench) with which threaded fasteners
such as wheel bolts are tightened.
493 Index
Power windows 218
Blocking of rear window operation 83
Convenience closing feature 221
Side windows 218
Summer opening feature 220
Synchronizing 220
Practical hints
First aid kit 407
Jump starting 436
Lamp in center console 365
Lamps in instrument cluster 356
Messages in the display 367
Spare wheel 407
Vehicle tool kit 409
Problems
While driving 53
With vehicle 17
Product information 9
Production options weight 338
Program mode selector switch 474
Automatic transmission 179
PSI 338PTC heating element 475
PULSE function (Massage function) 127
Q
Quick search
Phone book* 173
R
Radio
Selecting stations 150
Selecting stations (satellite*) 151
Radio transmitters, control and
operation 295
Range (distance to empty)
Calling up 171
Rear bench seat
Foldable 257
Rear fog lamp
Switching on 137
Rear lamp bulbs 418
Rear lamps see Tail lamps
Rear passenger compartment
Adjustable air vents 216Rear seat head restraints
Installing 125
Removing 125
Rear view mirrors auto-dimming 186
Rear view mirrors see Mirrors 186
Rear window
Blocking operation 83
Rear window defroster 191
Activating 191
Deactivating 191
Rear window sunshade* 189, 190
Recommended inflation pressure 338
Reconnecting
Vehicle battery 435
Regular checks 301
Reinstalling the battery 435
Remote controls
Integrated 281
SmartKey 98, 102
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 102
498 IndexSwitching off
Automatic central locking (control
system) 166
Engine 56
ESP 89
Hazard warning flasher 138
Headlamps 56
Seat heating* 128
Switching on
Automatic central locking (control
system) 166
ESP 90
Front fog lamps 136
Hazard warning flasher 138
Headlamps 50
High beams 137
Parking lamps 133
Rear fog lamp 137
Seat heating* 128
Windshield wipers 51
Symbol (Distronic*)
Distance warning function* 152Synchronizing
ESP 372
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof* 229
Power windows 220
Sliding/pop-up roof* 225
Time 160
T
Tachometer 144
Displaying gear range 177
Overspeed range 144
Tail lamps 422
Tar stains 349
Tele Aid
Messages in display 403, 404
Tele Aid System 475Tele Aid* 271
Emergency calls 273
Information 276
Initiating an emergency call
manually 274
Remote door unlock 278
Roadside Assistance 275
Stolen vehicle tracking services 279
System self-check 272
Tele Aid System 271
Upgrade signals 277
Telematics* 475
Telephone* 26, 270
Answering a call 172
Dialing a number from the phone
book 172
Ending a call 172
Loading phone book* 172
Messages in the display 405
Operating 171
Redialing 173
