2008 MERCEDES-BENZ R-CLASS MPV sunroof

Air conditioning
174 moves. If there is a risk of entrapment,
press the :button again. Press the but-
ton for stopping, opening or closing the side
window in the opposite direction as appro-
priate.
Make sure that nobody can become trap-
ped when you open or close the sliding/
tilting sunroof*/panorama sliding sun-
roof*. If there is a risk of entrapment, press
the : button again. Press the button for
stopping, opening or closing the sliding/
tilting sunroof*/panorama sliding sun-
roof *in the opposite direction as appropri-
ate.
X Convenience closing: press and hold
the : button until the side windows and
the sliding/tilting sunroof*/panorama
sliding sunroof* have closed.
The indicator lamp in the :button
comes on. Air-recirculation mode is activa-
ted.
X Convenience opening: press and hold
the : button until the side windows and
the sliding/tilting sunroof*/panorama sliding sunroof* have reached their original
position.
The indicator lamp in the
:button goes
out. Air-recirculation mode is deactivated.
i If you open the side windows or the slid-
ing/tilting sunroof* or panorama sliding
sunroof* manually after closing using the
convenience closing feature, it will remain
in this position when opened using the con-
venience opening feature. Switching the residual heat on/off
It is possible to make use of the residual heat
of the engine to continue heating the station-
ary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after the
engine has been switched off. The heating
time depends on the set interior temperature.
i The blower will run at a low speed regard-
less of the airflow setting.
i If you activate the "residual heat" function
at high temperatures, only the ventilation
will be activated. The blower runs at
medium speed. X
Turn the key to position 0in the ignition
lock or remove it.
X To switch on: press the9button.
The indicator lamp in the 9button lights
up.
X To deactivate: press the9button.
The indicator lamp in the 9button goes
out.
i The residual heat automatically switches
off after around 30 minutes or if:
R the ignition is switched on
R the battery voltage drops Auxiliary heating/ventilation*
G
Risk of poisoning
Exhaust fumes are produced when the aux-
iliary heating is in operation. Inhaling these
exhaust fumes can be poisonous. You
should therefore switch off the auxiliary
heating in confined spaces without an
extraction system, e.g. a garage. G
Risk of fire
When operating the auxiliary heating, parts
of the vehicle may become very hot, and Controls
* optional
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178
Heater booster function on vehicles
with a diesel engine The heater booster function helps the engine
to reach its operating temperature faster dur-
ing its warm-up phase, as well as helping to
heat the vehicle interior faster. The heater
booster function switches on if outside tem-
peratures are low and the coolant tempera-
ture is less than 70 †. Sliding sunroof
Sliding/tilting sunroof*
G
Risk of injury
Children could injure themselves if they
operate the sliding/tilting sunroof.
Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle. Always take the KEYLESS–GO
key* with you when leaving the vehicle,
even if you are only leaving it for a short
time. G
Risk of injury
Make sure that nobody can become trap-
ped when you are opening and closing the
sliding/tilting sunroof. If there is a risk of
entrapment, release the switch and push it
briefly in any direction to stop the sliding/
tilting sunroof. G
Risk of injury
The glass in the sliding/tilting sunroof
could break in an accident. If you are not
wearing a seat belt, there is a risk that you
could be thrown through the opening in the
event of the vehicle overturning. Therefore,
always wear a seat belt to reduce the risk
of injuries. !
Only open the sliding/tilting sunroof if it
is free of snow and ice. Otherwise, mal-
functions may occur.
Do not allow anything to protrude from the
sliding/tilting sunroof. The seals could oth-
erwise be damaged.
i Resonance noises can occur in addition
to the usual airflow noises when the slid-
ing/tilting sunroof is open. They are caused
by minor pressure fluctuations in the vehi-
cle interior.
Change the position of the sliding/tilting
sunroof or open a side window slightly to
reduce or eliminate these noises.
i It is also possible to open and close the
sliding/tilting sunroof from the outside
using the "Summer opening" (Y page 108)
and "Convenience closing" (Y page 108)
features respectively.
When PRE-SAFE ®
* has been activated, the
sliding/tilting sunroof closes automatically in
the event of danger, leaving a small gap open. Controls
* optional
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To open
2 To close/lower
3 To raise
X Make sure that the key is in position 2in
the ignition lock.
Opening X
To open manually: press the switch in the
direction of arrow 1and hold it until the
sliding/tilting sunroof and the cover are in
the desired position.
X To open fully: press the switch briefly
beyond the pressure point in the direction
of arrow 1and release it.
X To stop: press or pull the switch in any
direction. Closing X
To close manually: pull the switch in the
direction of arrow 2and hold it until the
sliding/tilting sunroof is in the desired posi-
tion.
X To close fully: pull the switch briefly
beyond the pressure point in the direction
of arrow 2and release it.
X To stop: press or pull the switch in any
direction.
X Close the cover manually if necessary
(Y page 180).
Closing with increased force and without
the anti-entrapment feature G
Risk of injury
Make sure that nobody can become trap-
ped and be seriously or fatally injured as
you close the sliding/tilting sunroof with
increased force or without the anti-entrap-
ment feature.
If the sliding/tilting sunroof locks up during
closing:
X Immediately after it locks up, pull the
switch again to the pressure point in the direction of arrow
2until the sliding/tilt-
ing sunroof is closed.
The sliding/tilting sunroof is closed with
more force.
If the sliding/tilting sunroof locks up during
closing again:
X Immediately after it locks up, pull the
switch again to the pressure point in the
direction of arrow 2until the sliding/tilt-
ing sunroof is closed.
The sliding/tilting sunroof is closed without
the anti-entrapment feature.
Raising The sliding/tilting sunroof can be raised at
the rear for ventilation.
X
To raise manually: press the switch in the
direction of arrow 3and hold it until the
sliding/tilting sunroof is in the desired posi-
tion.
X To raise fully: press the switch briefly
beyond the pressure point in the direction
of arrow 3and release it.
X To stop: press or pull the switch in any
direction. Controls
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Lowering and closing X
To lower manually: pull the switch in the
direction of arrow 2and hold it until the
sliding/tilting sunroof is in the desired posi-
tion.
X To lower fully: pull the switch briefly
beyond the pressure point in the direction
of arrow 2and release it.
X To stop: press or pull the switch in any
direction.
Rain closing feature* The sliding/tilting sunroof closes automati-
cally:
R if it starts to rain
R at extreme outside temperatures
R after 12 hours
R if there is a malfunction in the power supply
The rear of the sliding/tilting sunroof is then
raised in order to ventilate the interior of the
vehicle.
i The sliding/tilting sunroof is opened
slightly again if it is obstructed while being
closed by the rain closing feature. The rain
closing feature is then deactivated. i
The sliding/tilting sunroof does not close
if:
R it is raised at the rear
R it is blocked
R no rain is falling on the windscreen (e.g.
because the vehicle is under a bridge or
in a carport)
Opening and closing the cover The cover functions as a sunblind. When you
open the sliding/tilting sunroof, the cover
moves back with it.
When the sliding/tilting sunroof is closed or
raised at the rear, you can open or close the
cover manually.Resetting the sliding/tilting sunroof Reset the sliding/tilting sunroof if it does not
open smoothly, or if the battery has been dis-
connected or has become discharged.
X
Make sure that the key is in position 0in
the ignition lock.
X Remove the fuse for the sliding/tilting sun-
roof in the main fuse box (Y page 334).
i The fuse allocation chart can be found in
the vehicle tool kit (Y page 252).
X Reinsert the fuse.
X Make sure that the key is in position 2in
the ignition lock.
X The sliding/tilting sunroof is raised fully at
the rear.
X Keep the switch pressed for an additional
second.
X Make sure that the sliding/tilting sunroof
can be opened or closed fully again
(Y page 179).
X If this is not the case, consult a qualified
specialist workshop. Controls
* optional
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181Panorama sliding sunroof* with roller
sunblinds
Panorama sliding sunroof G
Risk of injury
Make sure that nobody can become trap-
ped when closing the panorama sliding sun-
roof. If there is a risk of entrapment, release
the switch and push it briefly in any direc-
tion to stop the panorama sliding sunroof. G
Risk of injury
Children could injure themselves if they
operate the panorama sliding sunroof.
Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle. Always take the KEYLESS GO
key* with you when leaving the vehicle,
even if you are only leaving it for a short
time. G
Risk of injury
The glass in the panorama sliding sunroof
could break in an accident. If you are not
wearing a seat belt, there is a risk that you
could be thrown through the opening in the
event of the vehicle overturning. Therefore,
always wear a seat belt to reduce the risk
of injuries. !
Only open the panorama sliding sunroof
if it is free of snow and ice. Otherwise, mal-
functions may occur.
Do not allow anything to protrude from the
panorama sliding sunroof. The seals could
otherwise be damaged.
i When the panorama sliding sunroof is
open, resonance noises may occur as well
as the usual airflow noises. They are caused
by minor pressure fluctuations in the vehi-
cle interior. Change the position of the pan-
orama sliding sunroof or open a side
window slightly to reduce or eliminate
these noises.
i It is also possible to open and close the
panorama sliding sunroof from the outside
using the "Summer opening" (Y page 108)
and "Convenience closing" (Y page 108)
features respectively.
In a dangerous situation, PRE-SAFE ®
closes
the panorama sliding sunroof automatically,
leaving a small gap open. The switch is on the front overhead control
panel. 1
To open
2 To close/lower
3 To raise
X Make sure that the key is in position 2in
the ignition lock.
Opening
X To open manually: press the switch in the
direction of arrow 1and hold it until the Controls
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182panorama sliding sunroof has moved to the
desired position.
X To open fully: press the switch briefly
beyond the pressure point in the direction
of arrow 1and release it.
X To stop: press or pull the switch in any
direction.
Closing
X Pull the switch in the direction of arrow
2 and hold it until the panorama sliding
sunroof has moved to the desired position.
Closing with increased force and without
the anti-entrapment feature G
Risk of injury
Make sure that nobody can become trap-
ped and thus sustain a serious or even fatal
injury as you close the panorama sliding
sunroof with increased force or without the
anti-entrapment feature.
If the panorama sliding sunroof locks up dur-
ing closing:
X Immediately after it locks up, pull the
switch again to the pressure point in the direction of arrow
2until the panorama
sliding sunroof is closed.
The panorama sliding sunroof is closed
with more force.
If the panorama sliding sunroof locks up dur-
ing closing again:
X Immediately after it locks up, pull the
switch again to the pressure point in the
direction of arrow 2until the panorama
sliding sunroof is closed.
The panorama sliding sunroof is closed
without the anti-entrapment feature.
Raising
The panorama sliding sunroof can be raised
at the rear for ventilation.
X Press the switch in the direction of arrow
3 and hold it until the panorama sliding
sunroof has moved to the desired position.
Lowering and closing
X Pull the rear section of the switch in the
direction of arrow 2and hold it until the
panorama sliding sunroof has lowered at
the rear and is fully closed. Roller sunblinds The roller sunblinds provide protection from
the sun. The two roller sunblinds can only be
opened and closed together when the pano-
rama sliding sunroof is closed.
G
Risk of injury
Make sure that nobody can become trap-
ped as you open or close the roller sun-
blinds.
The switch is on the overhead control panel. 1
To open
2 To close
3 To open
X Make sure that the key is in position 2in
the ignition lock. Controls
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Opening
X
To open manually: press the switch in the
direction of arrow 1or3 until the roller
sunblinds have moved to the desired posi-
tion.
X To open fully: briefly press the switch
beyond the pressure point in the direction
of arrow 1or3.
X To stop: press or pull the switch in any
direction.
Closing
X Pull the switch in the direction of
arrow 2until the roller sunblinds have
moved to the desired position.
Resetting the panorama sliding sunroof
and the roller sunblinds Reset the panorama sliding sunroof and the
roller sunblinds if the panorama sliding sun-
roof does not open smoothly, or if the battery
has been disconnected or discharged.
X
Make sure that the key is in position 0in
the ignition lock.
X Remove the fuse for the panorama sliding
sunroof in the main fuse box
(Y page 334). i
The fuse allocation chart can be found in
the vehicle tool kit (Y page 252).
X Reinsert the fuse.
X Make sure that the key is in position 2in
the ignition lock.
X Close the roller sunblinds fully.
X Keep the switch pressed for an additional
second.
X Open the roller sunblinds fully.
X Keep the switch pressed for an additional
second.
X Raise the panorama sliding sunroof fully.
X Keep the switch pressed for an additional
second.
X Close the panorama sliding sunroof fully.
X Keep the switch pressed for an additional
second.
X Check that the panorama sliding sunroof
can be opened fully again (Y page 181).
X If this is not the case, consult a qualified
specialist workshop. Loading and stowing
Cup holder
G
Risk of injury
Keep the cup holder closed while the vehi-
cle is in motion. Otherwise, vehicle occu-
pants could be injured by objects being
thrown around if you:
R brake sharply
R change direction suddenly
R are involved in an accident
Only use the cup holders for containers of
a suitable size and which have lids. Other-
wise, the drinks could spill.
Cup holders should not be used for hot
drinks. Otherwise, you may scald yourself. Controls
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186 roof load of 100 kg. Always adapt your driv-
ing style to the prevailing road, traffic and
weather conditions and drive with particu-
lar care if the roof is laden.
! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
only use roof rack systems which have
been tested and approved for Mercedes-
Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent dam-
age to the vehicle.
Position the load on the roof rack in such a
way that the vehicle will not sustain dam-
age even when it is in motion.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment,
make sure that you can:
R raise the sliding/tilting sunroof* fully
R open the panorama sliding sunroof* fully
R open the tailgate fully 1
Covers
X Fold covers 1upwards.
X Only secure the roof rack to the anchorage
points under covers 1.
Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions. Luggage net
G
Risk of injury
Only place lightweight objects in the lug-
gage net. Do not use it to transport heavy,
sharp-edged or fragile objects. The luggage
net cannot secure the objects sufficiently
in the event of an accident.
Luggage net in the front-passenger
footwell 1
Luggage net Controls
* optional
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