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212 Controls in detailUseful featuresPower outlet
The power outlet is located on the left side
in the trunk.
1Power outlet
Switch on the ignition (
page 40).
Flip up cover and insert electrical plug
(cigar lighter type).
Telephone
Your vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth
®.
The Bluetooth
® interface is located in the
storage compartment between the back-
rests (
page 210).Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-
phone or a citizens band unit, should only
be used inside the vehicle if they are con-
nected to an antenna that is installed on
the outside of the vehicle.
The external antenna must be approved by
Mercedes-Benz. Please contact an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center for informa-
tion on the installation of an approved
external antenna. Refer to the radio trans-
mitter operation instructions regarding use
of an external antenna.
i
The power outlet can be used to accommo-
date 12V DC electrical accessories (e.g. air
pump, auxiliary lamps) up to a maximum
of 180 W or as a battery charging point
(
page 371).
Warning!
G
Never operate radio transmitters equipped
with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e. with-
out being connected to an external antenna)
from inside the vehicle while the engine is
running. Doing so could lead to a malfunc-
tion of the vehicle’s electronic system, pos-
sibly resulting in an accident and personal
injury.
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243 Operation
Driving instructions
Road salts and chemicals can adversely
affect braking efficiency. Increased pedal
force may become necessary to produce
the normal braking effect.
Depressing the brake pedal periodically
when traveling at length on salt-strewn
roads can bring road-salt-impaired braking
efficiency back to normal.
If the vehicle is parked after being driven
on salt-treated roads, the braking
efficiency should be tested as soon as
possible after driving is resumed.
For more information, see “Winter driving”
(
page 292).
Standing water
Warning!
G
Make sure not to endanger any other road
users when carrying out these braking
maneuvers.
Warning!
G
If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, make
sure snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe
and from around the vehicle with the engine
running. Otherwise deadly carbon monoxide
(CO) gases may enter vehicle interior
resulting in unconsciousness and death.
To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation,
open a window slightly on the side of the
vehicle not facing the wind.Warning!
G
The outside temperature indicator is not
designed to serve as an ice-warning device
and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose.
Indicated temperatures just above the
freezing point do not guarantee that the
road surface is free of ice.
!
Do not drive through flooded areas or water
of unknown depth. Before driving through water,
determine its depth. Never accelerate before
driving into water. The bow wave could force
water into the engine and auxiliary equipment,
thus damaging them.
If you must drive through standing water, drive
slowly to prevent water from entering the pas-
senger compartment or the engine compart-
ment. Water in these areas could cause damage
to electrical components or wiring of the engine
or transmission, or could result in water being in-
gested by the engine through the air intake caus-
ing severe internal engine damage. Any such
damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
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346 Practical hintsWhat to do if ...Left display
Right display
Possible cause/
consequence
Possible solution
.
3rd Brake Lamp
The high-mounted brake lamp
is malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Brake Lamp
Left
Auxiliary Bulb On
The left brake lamp is malfunc-
tioning. This message will only
appear if a critical number of
LEDs have blown.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Brake Lamp
Right
Auxiliary Bulb On
The right brake lamp is mal-
functioning. This message will
only appear if a critical number
of LEDs have blown.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Front Foglamp
Left
The left front fog lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Front Foglamp
Right
The right front fog lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Rear Foglamp
Left
The left rear fog lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
High Beam
Left
The left high-beam lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
High Beam
Right
The right high-beam lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
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348 Practical hintsWhat to do if ...Left display
Right display
Possible cause/
consequence
Possible solution
.
Low Beam
Left
The left low-beam lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Low Beam
Right
The right low-beam lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Marker Lamp
Front Left
The front left side marker lamp
is malfunctioning.
Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Marker Lamp
Front Right
The front right side marker
lamp is malfunctioning.
Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Marker Lamp
Rear Left
The rear left side marker lamp
is malfunctioning.
Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Marker Lamp
Rear Right
The rear right side marker lamp
is malfunctioning.
Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Parking Lamp
Front Left
Auxiliary Bulb On
The left front parking lamp is
malfunctioning. An auxiliary
bulb is being used.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Parking Lamp
Front Right
Auxiliary Bulb On
The right front parking lamp is
malfunctioning. An auxiliary
bulb is being used.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
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349 Practical hints
What to do if ...
Left display
Right display
Possible cause/
consequence
Possible solution
.
Reverse Lamp
Right
The right backup lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Reverse Lamp
Left
The left backup lamp is
malfunctioning.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Tail Lamp
Left
Auxiliary Bulb On
The left tail lamp is malfunc-
tioning. This message will only
appear if a critical number of
LEDs have blown.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Tail Lamp
Right
Auxiliary Bulb On
The right tail lamp is malfunc-
tioning. This message will only
appear if a critical number of
LEDs have blown.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Lights Are
Still On
You have removed the Smart-
Key from the starter switch,
opened the driver’s door and
left the exterior lamps on.
Switch off the headlamps.
Switch off lights
or remove key
The exterior lamp switch is set
to U and you have forgotten
to take out the SmartKey. The
parking lamps remain switched
on.
Switch off the headlamps.
or
Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.
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350 Practical hintsWhat to do if ...Left display
Right display
Possible cause/
consequence
Possible solution
.
Turn Signal
Front Left
Auxiliary Bulb On
The left front turn signal lamp is
malfunctioning. An auxiliary
bulb is being used.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Turn Signal
Front Right
Auxiliary Bulb On
The right front turn signal lamp
is malfunctioning. An auxiliary
bulb is being used.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Turn Signal
Rear Left
Auxiliary Bulb On
The left rear turn signal lamp is
malfunctioning. An auxiliary
bulb is being used.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
Turn Signal
Rear Right
Auxiliary Bulb On
The right rear turn signal lamp
is malfunctioning. An auxiliary
bulb is being used.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as
possible.
