2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R350 battery

258 Controls in detailPower tilt/sliding sunroof*Synchronizing
The tilt/sliding sunroof must be
synchronized

after the battery has been
disconnected or discharged


after the tilt/sliding sunroof has been
closed manually (
page 462)


after a malfunction


if the tilt/sliding sunroof does not open
smoothly

Remove the fuse securing the
tilt/sliding sunroof from the fuse box
(page 503).

Reinsert the fuse in the main box.

Switch on the ignition (
page 38).

Press and hold the sunroof switch in
the direction of arrow3 (
page 255)
until the tilt/sliding sunroof is fully
raised at the rear.

Hold the sunroof switch in the direction
of arrow3 for approximately
1 second.

Open the tilt/sliding sunroof using the
Express-open feature (
page 257).
If the tilt/sliding sunroof opens com-
pletely, it is synchronized.
If the tilt/sliding sunroof does not open
completely:

Repeat the above steps.
iFor information on which fuse box con-
tains the fuse for the power tilt/sliding
sunroof, see the fuse chart provided
with the vehicle tool kit (
page 455).

262 Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*Raising
You can raise the tilt/sliding panel at the
rear for better ventilation of the vehicle in-
terior.
Press and hold the roof panel switch in
direction of arrow3 (
page 260).
Release the roof panel switch when the
tilt/sliding panel has reached the de-
sired position.
Lowering

Pull and hold the roof panel switch in
direction of arrow4 (
page 260) un-
til the tilt/sliding panel has lowered
and closed completely.Fully opening (Express-open) the pan-
orama roof with tilt/sliding panel

Pull the roof panel switch past the
resistance point in direction of
arrow1 (
page 260) and release.
The tilt/sliding panel opens complete-
ly.
Stopping the panorama roof with
tilt/sliding panel during Express-open

Move the roof panel switch in any di-
rection.
The tilt/sliding panel will stop in its cur-
rent position.Synchronizing the panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel
The tilt/sliding panel and its roller sun-
blinds must be synchronized

after the battery has been
disconnected or discharged


after a malfunction


if the tilt/sliding panel does not open
smoothly!Do not attempt to open or close the
tilt/sliding panel before the tilt/sliding
panel is properly synchronized. The
tilt/sliding panel could otherwise
lock-up in the open position.
If the tilt/sliding panel cannot be
closed or synchronized, see an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center or call Roadside Assistance
(page 315).

306 Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outletsPower outlets are located


in the additional storage compartment
in front center console (
page 306)


in the front passenger footwell
(page 307)


in the second-row footwell
(page 307)


on the right-hand side of the cargo
compartment (
page 307)Power outlet in front center console
1Cover plate
2Power outlet cover

Open cover plate1 (
page 296).

Switch on the ignition (
page 38).

Pull out cover 2 and insert electrical
plug (cigarette lighter type).
!The cigarette lighter is not designed for
use with the electric air pump
(page 483). Use a power outlet
(page 306) for electric air pump
operation.
iIf the engine is off, and the cigarette
lighter is being used extensively, the
vehicle battery may become dis-
charged.!If you use all power outlets in the vehi-
cle, make sure that the maximum cur-
rent drawn does not exceed 55 A.
iThe power outlets can be used to
accommodate electrical consumers
(e.g. air pump, auxiliary lamps) up to a
maximum of 240 W.
If the engine is off, and the outlets are
being used extensively, the vehicle
battery may become discharged.
iIf your vehicle is equipped with a
smoking package*, the storage
compartment contains an ashtray with
cigarette lighter (
page 303) instead.

311 Controls in detail
Useful features
You can take and place telephone calls us-
ing thes andt buttons on the
steering wheel. To carry out other tele-
phone functions, use the control system
(page 194).
See separate instruction manual for infor-
mation on how to operate the telephone.
Tele Aid*
Shortly after the completion of your Tele
Aid acquaintance call, you will receive a
user ID and password. By visiting
www.mbusa.com and selecting “Tele Aid”
(USA only), you will have access to account
information, remote door unlock and
more.The Tele Aid system
(Tele
matic A
larm I
dentification on
D
emand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three
types of response:

automatic and manual emergency


roadside assistance


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 Modular COMAND System or on the
multifunction steering wheel. To raise, turn
the rotary volume control on Modular
COMAND System clockwise or press
buttonæ on the multifunction steering
wheel. To lower, turn the rotary volume
control on Modular COMAND System con-
!The initial activation of the Tele Aid
system may only be performed by
completing the subscriber agreement
and placing an acquaintance call using
the ¡button. Failure to complete
either of these steps will result in a
system that is not activated.
If you have any questions regarding
activation, please call the Response
Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA)
or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).

314 Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Tele Aid system is available if

it has been activated and is operation-
al. Activation requires a subscription
for monitoring services, connection
and cellular air time


vehicle battery power is available


the relevant cellular phone network
and GPS signals are available and pass
the information on to the response cen-
terInitiating an emergency call manually
1Cover
2SOS button

Briefly press on cover1.
The cover opens.

Press SOS button2 briefly.
The indicator lamp in SOS button2
will flash until the emergency call is
concluded.

Wait for a voice connection to the
Response Center.

Close cover1 after the emergency
call is concluded.
iLocation of the vehicle on a map is only
possible if the vehicle is able to receive
signals from the GPS satellite network
and pass the information on to the
Response Center.
Warning!
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If the indicator lamp in the SOS button is
flashing continuously and there was no
voice connection to the Response Center
established, then the Tele Aid system could
not initiate an emergency call (e.g. the rele-
vant cellular phone network is not available).
The message
Call failed
appears in the
multifunction display for approximately
10 seconds.
Should this occur, assistance must be sum-
moned by other means.

326 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 control5 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
Light Truck 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.

387 Operation
Tires and wheels
Maximum load rating
The maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the tire.
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of curb weight, accessory weight,
vehicle capacity weight and production
options weight.
Maximum tire inflation pressure
This number is the greatest amount of air
pressure that should ever be put in the tire
under normal driving conditions.
Normal occupant weight
The number of occupants the vehicle is
designed to seat, multiplied by
68 kilograms (150 lbs).
Occupant distribution
The distribution of occupants in a vehicle
at their designated seating positions.Production options weight
The combined weight of those installed
regular production options weighing over
5 lbs (2.3 kilograms) in excess of those
standard items which they replace, not
previously considered in curb weight or
accessory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim.
PSI (P
ounds per s
quare i
nch)
A standard unit of measure for air pressure
-> bar, kilopascal (kPa).
Recommended tire inflation pressure
Recommended tire inflation pressure
listed on placard located on driver’s door
B-pillar for normal driving conditions.
Provides best handling, tread life and
riding comfort.Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated.
Sidewall
The portion of a tire between the tread and
the bead.
TIN (T
ire I
dentification N
umber)
Unique identifier which facilitates efforts
by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers
in recall situations or other safety matters
concerning tires and gives purchases the
means to easily identify such tires. The TIN
is comprised of “Manufacturer’s identifica-
tion mark”, “Tire size”, “Tire type code”
and “Date of manufacture”.
Tire load rating
Numerical code associated with the
maximum load a tire can support.

390 OperationWinter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehi-
cle winterized at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. This
service includes:

Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze
concentration.


Addition of cleaning concentrate to the
water of the windshield and headlamp
cleaning system. Add MB Concentrate
“S” to a premixed windshield washer
solvent / antifreeze which is formulated
for temperatures below freezing point
(page 528).


Battery test. Battery capacity drops
with decreasing ambient temperature.
A well charged battery helps to make
sure that the engine can be started
even at low ambient temperatures.


Tire change. Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends M+S rated radial-ply tires with a
minimum tread depth of approximately 1/6in (4 mm) on all four wheels for the
winter season.
Winter tires
Always use winter tires at temperatures
below 45°F (7°C) and whenever wintry
road conditions prevail. Not all M+S rated
radial-ply tires provide special winter per-
formance. Make sure the tires you use
show M+S and the mountain/snowflake
marking.on the tire sidewall. These
tires meet specific snow traction perfor-
mance requirements of the Rubber Manu-
facturers Association (RMA) and the
Rubber Association of Canada (RAC) and
have been designed specifically for use in
snow conditions. Use of winter tires is the
only way to achieve the maximum effec-
tiveness of the ABS, ESP
®, 4-ETS, and EBP
in winter operation.
For safe handling, make sure all winter
tires mounted are of the same make and
have the same tread design.Always observe the speed rating of the
winter tires installed on your vehicle. If the
maximum speed for which your tires are
rated is below the speed rating of your ve-
hicle, you must place a notice to this effect
where it will be seen by the driver. Such no-
tices are available at your tire dealer or any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center.
Warning!
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Winter tires with a tread depth under
1/6in
(4 mm) must be replaced. They are no long-
er suitable for winter operation.