2006 MERCEDES-BENZ R350 remote control

322 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.


324 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.

325 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 38).

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 38).

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 38).

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.

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.

342 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.

Remove the SmartKey from the starter
switch.

Push on fuel filler flap at the position in-
dicated the arrow and open fuel filler
flap.

Turn the fuel cap to the left and hold on
to it until possible pressure is released.

Take off the fuel cap.

Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle
unit cuts out – do not top up or overfill.
Warning!
G
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious inju-
ry. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and skin contact, extinguish
all smoking materials. Never allow sparks,
flame or smoking materials near gasoline!
!The fuel filler cap is tethered to the fuel
filler neck. Do not drop the cap. It could
damage the vehicle paint finish.!To prevent damaging the lens of the
plastic tail lamp, make certain that no
gasoline comes into contact with it.Warning!
G
Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pres-
sure in the system which could cause a gas
discharge. This could cause the gas to spray
back out when removing the fuel pump noz-
zle, which could cause personal injury.

541 Index
Closing 248
Closing fully (Express-close) 250
Opening 248
Opening fully (Express-open) 250
Stopping 250
Synchronizing 251
Doors
Message in display 436
Opening from inside vehicle 121
Opening from outside 112
DOT 386, 530
Downhill driving
Cruise control 265
Drinking and driving 331
Drive sensibly-save fuel 331
Driving 50, 56
Abroad 339
In winter 337
Problems 62
Safety systems 97
Through standing water 338
Driving abroad 339
Driving off 333Driving safety systems
4-ETS 102
ABS 97
BAS 99
EBP 102
ESP
®
99
Driving systems 264
AIRMATIC* 269
Cruise control 264
Driving safety systems 97
Parktronic* 274
Driving tips 203
Accelerator position 203
Kickdown 203
E
Easy-entry/exit feature* 132
Activating 189
EBP 102
Electrical fuses 503
Electrical system
Technical data 518
Electronic Brake Proportioning see EBP
Electronic Stability Program see ESP
®
Electronic Traction System see 4-ETSEmergency calls
Initiating an emergency call 314
With Tele Aid* 313
Emergency operation (Limp Home
Mode) 207
Emergency operations
Closing tilt/sliding sunroof* 462
Locking the vehicle 460
Opening tilt/sliding sunroof* 462
Remote door unlock 319
Unlocking the vehicle 459
Emergency tensioning device see ETD
Emission control 340
Emission control label 511
Ending
A call (telephone*) 195
Engine
Message in the display 433
Starting 53
Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 54
Technical data 513
Turning off 66
Engine cleaning 397
Engine compartment
Hood 345
Main fuse box 504

548 Index
Panorama sliding/pop-up roof 260
Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 462
Tailgate 122
Tilt/sliding sunroof* 255
Tilt/Sliding sunroof* in an
emergency 462
Windows 248
Opening the tailgate from the inside 122,
123, 124
Opening the tailgate from the inside
electrically* 123
Opening the tailgate from the
outside 122
Operating
CD player 171
Radio 170
Radio transmitters 339
Telephone* 194
Vehicle outside the USA or
Canada 13
Operating safety 17
Operator’s Manual 10
Ornamental moldings 399
Outside temperature indicator 159
Overhead control panel 31
Overspeed range 532P
Paintwork 397
Panic alarm 95
Panic button on remote control 95
Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel* 259
Panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel
Cleaning 401
Parcel nets 298
Parking 334
Parking and locking 64
Parking brake 56, 65
Engaging 65
Message in display 431
Releasing 56
Parking lamps
Replacing bulbs 466
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors 146
Parktronic* 274, 532
Cleaning system sensor 399
Range of the sensors 275
Sensor cover 399
Warning indicators 276Partition net* 290
Engaging 291
Removing 292, 293
Tightening 291
Parts service 508
Passenger compartment 338
Fuse box 505
Interior lighting 154
Passenger safety see Occupant safety
Pedals 331
Phone book*
Loading 195
Quick search 195
Phone number*
Dialing 195
Redialing 196
Plastic and rubber parts
Cleaning 402
Plastic parts, cleaning 401
Poly-V-belt drive 532
Layout 512
Positions (Memory function*)
Recalling from memory 145
Storing in memory 145

550 IndexRear passenger compartment ventilation
and climate control
Deactivating 245
Rear passenger compartment ventilation
and rear automatic climate
control 244
Rear towing eye 502
Rear view mirror automatic antiglare 209
Rear view mirrors see Mirrors
Rear window defroster 215
Activating 215
Deactivating 215
Rear window wiper switch 61
Rear window wiper/washer 61
Rear wiper blade
Removing 477
Replacing 476
Recommended inflation pressure 387
Recommended tire inflation
pressure 533
Reconnecting
Vehicle battery 489
Recovery services
For stolen vehicle 319
Refrigerant
Air conditioning 523Regular checks 343
Remote control
Integrated 110
SmartKey 110
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 115
Remote door unlock
With Tele Aid* 319
Removing
Front wiper blades 475
Rear wiper blade 477
Vehicle battery 489
Wheel 481
Removing spare wheel 458
Replacing
Backup lamp bulbs 472
Brake lamp bulbs 472
Bulbs 465
Front lamp bulbs 468
License plate lamp bulbs 474
Low beam bulbs 468
Rear fog lamp bulbs 472
Rear lamp bulbs 466, 472
Rear side marker lamp bulbs 472
Rear turn signal bulbs 472
Rear wiper blade 476
Wiper blades 475Replacing front fog lamp* bulb 471
Reporting
Safety defects 19
Reset button in the instrument
cluster 175, 176
Resetting
All functions of a submenu 176
Fuel consumption 193
Maintenance service indicator 394
Trip odometer 159
Residual heat 227
Residual heat utilization 243, 533
Residual heat* utilization 228
Residual ventilation 227, 243
REST (Residual engine heat
utilization) 533
Restraint system 533
Restraint system see Infant and child
restraint systems
Rim 387, 533
Rims and tires 514
Roadside assistance 12
Tele Aid* 315
Roller sunblinds 259
RON 343
RON (Research Octane Number) 533