291 Controls in detail
Useful features
Programming the integrated remote
control
Step 1:
Switch on the ignition (
page 36).Step 2:
If you have previously programmed an
signal transmitter button and wish to
retain its programming, proceed to
step 3.
If you are programming the integrated
remote control for the first time, press
and hold the two outer signal transmit-
ter buttons2 and4 and release
them only when the indicator lamp1
begins to flash after approximately
20 seconds (do not hold the button for
longer than 30 seconds). This proce-
dure erases any previous settings for
all three channels and initializes the
memory.
If you later wish to program a second
and/or third hand-held transmitter to
the remaining two signal transmitter
buttons, do not repeat this step and be-
gin directly with step 3.
Warning!
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Before programming the integrated remote
control to a garage door opener or gate
operator, make sure people and objects are
out of the way of the device to prevent po-
tential harm or damage. When programming
a garage door opener, the door moves up or
down. When programming a gate operator,
the gate opens or closes.
Do not use the integrated remote control
with any garage door opener that lacks
safety stop and reverse features as required
by U.S. federal safety standards (this
includes any garage door opener model
manufactured before April 1, 1982).
A garage door that cannot detect an object
- signaling the door to stop and reverse -
does not meet current U.S. federal safety
standards.
When programming a garage door opener,
park vehicle outside the garage.
Do not run the engine while programming
the integrated remote control. Inhalation of
exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All
exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, and
inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and
possible death.
292 Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 3:
Hold the end of the hand-held remote
control5 of the device you wish to
train approximately 2 to 5 in
(5 to12 cm) away from the signal trans-
mitter button (2, 3 or4) to be pro-
grammed, while keeping the indicator
lamp1 in view.
Step 4:
Using both hands, simultaneously
press the hand-held remote control
button6 and the desired signal trans-
mitter button (2, 3 or4). Do not
release the buttons until step 5 is com-
pleted.
The indicator lamp1 will flash, first
slowly and then rapidly.Step 5:
After the indicator lamp1 changes
from a slow to a rapidly flashing light,
release the hand-held remote control
button and the signal transmitter but-
ton.
Step 6:
Press and hold the just-trained signal
transmitter button (2, 3 or4) and
observe the indicator lamp1.If the indicator lamp1 stays on
constantly, programming is complete
and your device should activate when
the respective signal transmitter
button (2, 3 or4) is pressed and re-
leased.
Step 7:
To program the remaining two signal
transmitter buttons, repeat the steps
above starting with step 3.
iThe indicator lamp1 flashes immedi-
ately the first time the signal transmit-
ter button is programmed. If this button
has already been programmed, the in-
dicator lamp will only start flashing af-
ter 20 seconds.
iIf the indicator lamp1 flashes rapidly
for about 2 seconds and then turns to a
constant light, continue with
programming steps 8 through 12 as
your garage door opener may be
equipped with the “rolling code”
feature.
294 Controls in detailUseful featuresGate operator/Canadian programming
Canadian radio-frequency laws require
transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit)
after several seconds of transmission
which may not be long enough for the
integrated signal transmitter to pick up the
signal during programming. Similar to this
Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators
are designed to “time-out” in the same
manner.
If you live in Canada or if you are having
difficulties programming a gate operator
(regardless of where you live) by using the
programming procedures, replace step 4
with the following:
Step 4:
Press and hold the signal transmitter
button (2, 3 or4). Do not release
this button until it has been successful-
ly trained.
While still holding down the signal
transmitter button (2, 3 or4),
“cycle” your hand-held remote control
button6 as follows: Press and hold
button6 for 2 seconds, then release
it for 2 seconds, and again press and
hold it for 2 seconds. Repeat this se-
quence on the hand-held remote con-
trol until the frequency signal has been
learned. Upon successful training, the
indicator lamp1 will flash slowly and
then rapidly after several seconds.
Proceed with programming step 5 and
step 6 to complete.
iUpon completion of programming the
integrated remote control, make sure
you retain the hand-held remote con-
trol that came with the garage door
opener, gate operator or other device.
You may need it for use in other vehi-
cles, for future programming of an
integrated remote control, or simply for
continued use as a hand-held remote
control to operate the respective
device in other situations.
295 Controls in detail
Useful features
Reprogramming a single signal trans-
mitter button
To program a device using a signal trans-
mitter button previously trained, follow
these steps:
Switch on the ignition (
page 36).
Press and hold the desired signal
transmitter button (2, 3 or4).
Do not release the button.
The indicator lamp1 will begin to
flash after 20 seconds. Without releas-
ing the signal transmitter button, pro-
ceed with programming starting with
step 3.Operation of integrated remote control
Switch on the ignition (
page 36).
Select and press the appropriate inte-
grated signal transmitter button (2,
3 or4) to activate the remote con-
trolled device.
The integrated remote control trans-
mitter continues to send the signal as
long as the button is pressed – up to
20 seconds.Erasing the integrated remote control
memory
Switch on the ignition (
page 36).
Simultaneously press and hold down
the outer signal transmitter buttons2
and 4, for approximately 20 seconds,
until the indicator lamp1 flashes rap-
idly. Do not hold for longer than
30 seconds.
The codes of all three channels are
erased.iIf you sell your vehicle, erase the codes
of all three channels.
296 Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming tips
If you are having difficulty programming
the integrated remote control, here are
some helpful tips:
Check the frequency of the hand-held
remote control5 (typically located on
the reverse side of the remote). The in-
tegrated remote control is compatible
with radio-frequency devices operating
between 288-399 MHz.
Put a new battery in the hand-held re-
mote control5. This will increase the
likelihood of the hand-held remote con-
trol sending a faster and more accurate
signal to the integrated remote control.
While performing step 3, hold the
hand-held remote control6 at differ-
ent lengths and angles from the signal
transmitter button (2, 3 or4) you
are programming. Attempt varying an-
gles at the distance of 2 to 5 inches
(5 to 12 cm) away or the same angle at
varying distances.
If another hand-held remote control is
available for the same device, try the
programming steps again using that
other hand-held remote control. Make
sure new batteries are in the hand-held
remote control before beginning the
procedure.
Straighten the antenna wire from the
garage door opener assembly. This
may help improve transmitting and/or
receiving signals.iCertain types of garage door openers
are incompatible with the integrated
remote control. If you should experi-
ence further difficulties with program-
ming the integrated remote control,
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center, or call Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or
Customer Service (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100.
iUSA only:
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
312 OperationAt the gas stationRefueling
The fuel filler flap is located on the
right-hand side of the vehicle towards the
rear. Locking/unlocking the vehicle with
the remote control automatically
locks/unlocks the fuel filler flap.
Turn the engine off
by turning the SmartKey to
position0.
by pressing the KEYLESS-GO*
start/stop button. Open the driv-
er’s door (with the driver’s door
open, starter switch is now in
position0, same as SmartKey re-
moved from starter switch).
Remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.
Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at
the point indicated by the arrow.
The fuel filler flap springs open.
Turn the fuel cap to the left and hold on
to it until possible pressure is released.
Take off the cap and set it in the recess
on the fuel filler flap.
To prevent fuel vapors from escaping
into open air, fully insert filler nozzle
unit.
Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle
unit cuts out – do not top up or over-
fill.
Replace fuel cap by turning it clockwise
until it audibly engages.
Close the fuel filler flap.
Warning!
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Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious
injury. Whenever you are around gasoline,
avoid inhaling fumes and skin contact, extin-
guish all smoking materials. Never allow
sparks, flame or smoking materials near
gasoline!
Warning!
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Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pres-
sure in the system which could cause a gas
discharge. This could cause the gasoline to
spray back out when removing the fuel
pump nozzle, which could cause personal in-
jury.
500 IndexCoolant
Anticorrosion/antifreeze mixing ratio
and quantity 489
Capacities 483
Checking coolant level 321
Messages in display 400, 401, 402
Temperature 311
Temperature indicator 152
Warning lamp 376
Cruise control 239, 492
Message in display 386
Cup holders 274
Cleaning 367
Curb weight 350
Customer Assistance Center see CAC
D
Date display, setting 171, 172
Daytime running lamp mode 144
Setting 172, 173
Deep water see Standing water
Defogging windshield 209, 224
Defrosting, Front 209, 223
Defrosting, Rear 200
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps 174
Interior lighting 175Department of Transportation see DOT
Diesel see Fuel
Difficulties
While driving 58
With starting 51
Digital clock see Clock
Digital speedometer 161
Dimensions, vehicle 480
Direction of rotation (tires) 327
Displays
Digital speedometer 161
Distronic* 245
Maintenance service indicator 358
Messages in display 395
Multifunction display 155
Outside temperature 155, 169
Symbol messages 395
Text messages 385
Vehicle status message memory 165
Vehicle system settings, Control
system 155
Distance to empty (Range), Trip
computer 180Distronic* 243, 492
Activating/deactivating 248
Cleaning system sensor 366
Control system 163
Distance warning function 252
Driving hints 253
Menu 247
Messages in display 386
Sensor cover 366
Warning and indicator lamps 246
Door
Entry lamps 150
Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 34,
108
Locking/unlocking, SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO* 35, 114
Message in display 403
Opening from inside/outside 119
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 289
Unlocking, Mechanical key 424
Door control panel 32
Door handle 32
DOT 351, 492
Drinking and driving 301
501 Index
Drive-Dynamic seat* with multicontour
features 133
Massage function 134
Driving
Abroad 309
Hydroplaning 305
In winter 307
Instructions 47, 301
Problems 58
Safety systems 91
Through standing water 308
With Distronic* 253
Driving safety systems
4MATIC
ABS 91
BAS 93
Electrohydraulic brake system 96
ESP
®
93, 492
E
Easy-entry/exit feature 43, 177
Electrical fuses see Fuses
Electrical system, Technical data 479Electrohydraulic brake system 96, 492
Activating/deactivating 97
Driving hints 99
Messages in display 397, 398
Self-check 98
Warning lamp 96
Electronic Stability Program see
ESP
®
93, 492
Emergency calls
Tele Aid calls 284
Emergency operation (Limp Home
Mode) 196
Emergency operations
Fuel filler flap 425
Gear selector lever, Unlocking 426
Locking/unlocking the vehicle 424
Remote door unlock 289
Tilt/sliding sunroof*, Manual
operation 427
Emergency tensioning device see ETDEmergency, In case of
Battery, Jump starting 456
First aid kit 419
Flat tire, changing 440
Fuses
Hazard warning flasher 147
Instrument cluster, Indicator
lamps 372, 373, 374, 375, 376,
377, 378, 380
Roadside Assistance 12
Towing the vehicle 458
Emission control 310
Emission control information label 468
Emission control system warranties 10
Emission control vacuum line routing dia-
gram label 468