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398 IndexL
Labels, identification 366
Lamp bulbs, exterior 333
Lamps, exterior
Front 334
Light sensor 314
Messages in display 312, 314
Rear 334
Replacing bulbs for rear 341
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS 288, 289
Battery (SmartKey) 94
Brakes 290, 291
CHECK ENGINE 292
Engine diagnostics 292
ESP 293
Fuel reserve 294
Instrument cluster 294
Maintenance service indicator 277
Seat belts 294
SRS 63
Turn signals 25
Language
Multifunction display 136
Setting 136LATCH child seat anchors 77
Layout of poly-V-belt drive 367
Leather upholstery
Cleaning 285
License plate lamps
Messages in display 314
Replacing bulbs 334, 342
Light alloy wheels
Cleaning 284
Technical data 370, 371
Light sensor 314
Lighter see Cigarette lighter
Lighting 110
Automatic headlamp mode 111
Combination switch 114
Daytime running lamp mode 112
Exterior lamp switch 110
Front fog lamps 113
High beam flasher 114
High beams 114
Instrument cluster illumination 120
Interior 116
Locator lighting 113
Low beams 110
Manual headlamp mode 111Night security illumination 113
Parking lamps 110
Rear fog lamp 114
Settings (control system) 137
Limiting the gear range 150
Limp Home Mode 153
Line of fall 383
Loading 182
Cargo compartment cover 182
Cargo tie-down rings 189
Instructions 187
Partition net* 185
Roof rack 182
Split rear bench seat 183
Loading terminology 271
Loading the vehicle 251
Locator lighting 113
Setting 138
Lock button 383
Locking 57, 92
Fuel filler flap 235
Global, SmartKey 94
Vehicle in an emergency 326
Loss of keys 96
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399 Index
Loss of Service and Warranty Information
Booklet 365
Low beam headlamps
Messages in display 314
Replacing bulbs 334, 336
LOW RANGE - ABS 81
Lowering
Vehicle 350
Lubricants
Technical data 374M
Main dimensions 373
Maintenance 277
Maintenance service
Basic service (Service A) 277
Calling up the maintenance service
indicator 278
Extended service (Service B) 277
Overdue 278
Types 278
When due 277
Maintenance service indicator 277
Calling up 278, 279
Clearing 278, 279
Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) 383
Malfunction
Displaying 131
Rear Parking Assist* 181
Manual headlamp mode 111
Manual operations
Fuel filler flap 326
Interior lighting control 117
Locking the vehicle 326
Tilt/sliding sunroof 328
Unlocking the driver’s door 325Unlocking the tailgate 325
Unlocking transmission gear selector
lever 327
Maximum inflation pressure 272
Maximum load rating 272
Maximum loaded vehicle weight 272
MB Tex upholstery
Cleaning 285
Mechanical key 325
Memory function 107, 384
Recalling positions from
memory 108
Storing exterior rear view mirror
parking positions 109
Storing key dependent settings 108
Menus 125
AUDIO 128
In control system 126, 127
NAVI 130
Settings menu 132
Standard display 128
Submenus 125
TEL 145
Trip computer 144
Vehicle status message memory 131
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408 IndexSupplemental Restraint System
(SRS) 385
Switching
Transfer case 154
Switching off
Automatic central locking (control
system) 141
Delayed (exterior lamps) 139
Differential locks 159
Engine 58
ESP 86
Headlamps 58
Heated steering wheel 211
Switching on
Automatic central locking (control
system) 141
Differential locks 158
ESP 87
Front axle differential lock 159
Headlamps 51
Heated steering wheel 211
Rear axle differential lock 159
Transfer case differential lock 158
Windshield wipers 53Symbol messages
Multifunction display 302
Synchronizing
ESP 300
Head restraints 102
Seat adjustment 102T
Tachometer 25, 121
Displaying gear range 150
Overspeed range 121
Tail lamps 341
Cleaning 282
Replacing bulbs 334
Tailgate
Closing 98
Message in display 320
Opening 97, 98
Tailgate lock 322
Unlocking in an emergency 325
Tar stains 281
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant 376
Brake fluid 376
Coolant 374
Coolants 378
Electrical system 372
Engine 368
Engine oil 375
Engine oil additives 376
Fuel requirements 377
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409 Index
Fuels 374
Gasoline additives 377
Lubricants 374
Main dimensions 373
Premium unleaded gasoline 376
Rims and tires 369
Weights and ratings 373
Windshield and headlamp washer
system 375, 380
Tele Aid 198
Emergency calls 199
Information 202
Initiating an emergency call
manually 201
Messages in display 319
Remote door unlock 205
Roadside Assistance 201
Stolen Vehicle Recovery
services 205
System self-check 199
Tele Aid System 198
Upgrade signals 204
Tele Aid System 385
Telematics* 385Telephone
Answering a call 146
Dialing a number from the phone
book 147
Ending a call 146
Loading phone book 147
Operating 145
Redialing 147
Telephone* 26, 197
Messages in display 319
Temperature
Display mode 135
Setting interior temperature 166
Setting units in display 135
Tires 258
Text messages
Multifunction display 298
Tie-down rings (cargo compartment) 189
Tightening torque 385
Tightening torque (wheel bolts) 350
Tilt/sliding sunroof 173
Closing 173, 328
Opening 173, 328
Opening with SmartKey 175
Stopping 174Time
Setting display mode 135
Time display mode
Setting 135
TIN 273
Tire
Vehicle maximum load on 274
Tire and Loading Information 252
Tire and loading terminology 271
Tire care and maintenance 249
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking 257, 259
Tire inspection 249
Tire load rating 273
Tire ply composition and material
used 273
Tire speed rating 221, 263, 273
Tire terminology 271
Tire traction 220
Tires 248, 369
Direction of rotation 251
Driving instructions 219
Retreads 248
Rims and tires 369
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411 Index
Useful features 190
Ashtrays 194
Cigarette lighter 195
Electrical outlet 196
Floormats 196
Storage compartments 190
Tele Aid 198
Telephone* 197V
Vehicle
Data recording 20
Individual settings 132, 134
Locking 28
Locking in an emergency 326
Lowering 350
Service battery 351
Towing 356
Unlocking 28
Unlocking in an emergency 325
Vehicle battery 351
Vehicle capacity weight 273
Vehicle care 280
Cup holders 284
Engine cleaning 282
Gear selector lever 284
Hard plastic trim items 284
Headlamps 282
Instrument cluster 284
Leather upholstery 285
Light alloy wheels 284
MB Tex upholstery 285
Ornamental moldings 282
Paintwork 281Plastic and rubber parts 285
Power washer 281
Seat belts 284
Side markers 282
Steering wheel 284
Tail lamps 282
Tar stains 281
Turn signals 282
Vehicle washing 282
Window cleaning 283
Wiper blades 283
Wood trims 285
Vehicle data recording 20
Vehicle identification number (VIN) 366
Vehicle jack 322
Vehicle loading terminology 271
Vehicle maximum load on the tire 274
Vehicle status message memory 131
Calling up 131
Clearing 131
Vehicle tool kit 321
Vehicle washing 282
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) 366,
386
Voice control system* 386