Armrest, rear
Storage compartment .................... 199
Ashtrays ............................................. 204
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 249
Audio/DVD menu .............................. 128
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 94
Automatic central locking ..........74, 137
Automatic headlamp mode ................98
Automatic interior lighting control ..102
Automatic locking when driving ......137
Automatic shift program ..................120
Automatic transmission ................... 115
Automatic shift program ................120
Emergency operation (limp-home
mode) ............................................ 121
Gear range indicator ......................120
Gear ranges ................................... 119
Gear selector lever ........................116
Hill-start assist system .................. 153
Kickdown ....................................... 119
One-touch gearshifting ..................120
Program mode indicator ................120
Program mode selector switch
(automatic shift program) ..............120
Shifting procedure ......................... 118
Steering wheel gearshift control .... 121
Towing a trailer .............................. 119
Transmission position indicator ..... 118
Transmission positions .................. 118
AUX socket ........................................ 198
Axle oils .............................................. 351B
BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system ............. 45
Self-test
........................................... 47
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 295
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 249
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 64
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition ..........................73
Replacing ....................................... 310Battery, Vehicle
................................. 333
Charging ........................................ 335
Jump starting ................................. 336
Messages in the multifunction
display
................................... 282, 292
Bead (tire) .......................................... 249
Beverage holders see Cup holders
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine) ............................................... 331
BlueTEC
AdBlue ®
tank ................................. 331
AdBlue ®
tank capacity ................... 351
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 227
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 286
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 265
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 285
Brakes ................................................ 253
Parking brake ........................ 114, 255
Warning lamp ................................. 301
Break-in period .................................. 220
Bug cover (Radiator) ......................... 224
Bulbs see Replacing bulbs C
CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ...23
California retail buyers and
lessees, important notice for .............21
Calls (phone) ...................................... 140
Can holders see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................. 350
Cargo compartment
Cargo net ....................................... 196
Cargo volume, expanding ..............189
Cover blind .................................... 194
Fuse box ........................................ 342
Hooks ............................................ 189
Tie-down rings ............................... 188
Cargo compartment cover blind ...... 194 Index
5 251_AKB; 4; 52, en-US
d2ureepe,
Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-03-23T09:22:52+01:00 - Seite 5
Audio/DVD menu
The functions in the Audio/DVD menu
operate the audio or video equipment which
you have currently switched on.
The following functions are available:
R Selecting radio station (Y page 128)
R Operating audio devices/audio media
(Y page 128)
R Operating video DVD (Y page 129)
If no audio equipment is currently switched
on, the message AUDIO Off appears in the
multifunction display.
Selecting radio station The HD Radio with SIRIUS Satellite Radio is
treated as a radio application.
For more information on HD Radio with
SIRIUS Satellite Radio, refer to separate
COMAND system operating instructions.
Additional optional satellite radio equipment
and a subscription to a satellite radio service
provider are required for satellite radio
operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for details and availability for
your vehicle.
X
Switch on the COMAND system and select
radio. Refer to separate COMAND system
operating instructions.
X Press button V or U repeatedly until
the currently tuned station appears in the
multifunction display. Example illustration
:
Wave band setting and stored memory
position
; Station frequency X
Selecting next or previous stored
station: Press button * or & briefly
to select a stored station.
X Selecting next or previous station in the
station list: Press and hold button * or
& to select a station.
X Selecting next or previous station in
wave band (Only if no station list is
available): Press and hold button * or
& to select a station.
You can only store new stations using the
corresponding feature on the radio. Refer to
separate COMAND system operating
instructions.
You can also operate the radio in the usual
manner.
Operating audio devices/audio media X
Switch on the COMAND system and select
the audio device or audio media. Refer to
separate COMAND system operating
instructions.
X Press button V or U repeatedly until
the Audio/DVD menu appears in the
multifunction display. Example illustration
:
Disc number
; Current track
X Selecting next or previous track: Press
button * or & briefly.
X Selecting a track from the track list
(quick search): Press and hold button
* or &.
The current track does not appear during
Audio AUX mode operation. 128
Control systemControls in detail
251_AKB; 4; 52, en-US
d2ureepe,
Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-03-23T09:22:52+01:00 - Seite 128
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during
R
braking
R vehicle maneuvers
R an accident
Glove box Depending on vehicle equipment, an AUX
socket or a media interface is located in the
glove box. For information on Audio AUX
mode or on media interface, see separate
COMAND system operating instructions.
X
Opening: Pull glove box lid release :.
X Closing: Push glove box lid ; upwards
until it engages.
You can lock the glove box, e.g. when the
vehicle is in the shop for service.
The glove box can only be locked or unlocked
with the mechanical key. 1
Glove box unlocked
2 Glove box locked
Storage compartment in front center
console X
Tab on chrome label ; of cover : lightly.
Cover : swings open automatically.
Front armrest storage compartment/
telephone tray The storage compartment and the telephone
tray can be opened separately.198
Loading and storingControls in detail
251_AKB; 4; 52, en-US
d2ureepe,
Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-03-23T09:22:52+01:00 - Seite 198
minimum level, the power outlets are
automatically switched off, to help
preserve engine starting power.
12V Power outlets !
If you use all power outlets in the vehicle,
make sure that the maximum current
drawn does not exceed 55 A.
! The power outlets in the front passenger
footwell and cargo compartment are not
designed for use with the electric air pump.
Use the power outlet in the second-row
footwell for electric air pump operation.
The power outlets can be used to
accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories
(e.g. mobile phone chargers, auxiliary lamps)
up to a maximum of 20 A (240 W). Front passenger footwell
Second-row footwell Cargo compartment
115V AC Socket
G
Warning!
The 115V AC socket operates at high voltage.
Use the 115V AC socket in the vehicle with
the same caution and prudence that you
exercise when using power outlets at home.
Keep any fluids away from the 115V AC
socket. Do not clean the socket with fluids or
tapered objects. Keep the 115V AC socket
cover in the closed position, when not in use.
Otherwise, you could suffer an electric shock
and be seriously or even fatally injured. G
Warning!
A device that you connect must have a
suitable plug that complies with U.S.
standards. Never pull on the cable to unplug
a plug from the 115V AC socket. Do not use
a damaged connection cable. The 115V AC
socket may not be connected to another
115V AC power source. Do not use converters
to a grounding plug with the 115V AC socket.
This could cause serious personal injury to
you and/or others. G
Warning!
If the 115V AC socket is damaged or torn out
of the trim, do not use or touch the 115V AC
socket. Using a 115V AC socket that is
damaged or torn out of the trim could cause
serious personal injury to you and/or others. 206
Useful featuresControls in detail
251_AKB; 4; 52, en-US
d2ureepe,
Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-03-23T09:22:52+01:00 - Seite 206
Vehicle
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and
X SolutionsDepress
brake to
shift out
of P. You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into
drive
position D, reverse gear R or neutral position N without
depressing the brake pedal.
X Depress the brake pedal. Door Open Vehicle
Not In
Park You have opened the driver’s door and the automatic
transmission is still in drive position
D, reverse gear R or
neutral position N.
X Before you leave the vehicle, make sure the automatic
transmission is in park position P and the parking brake is
engaged. Drive to
workshop
without
shifting
gears. The automatic transmission cannot be shifted out of the
current transmission position because of a malfunction.
If the automatic transmission is in drive position D:
X
Without shifting the automatic transmission out of drive
position D, drive to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If the automatic transmission is set to position neutral
position N, reverse gear R or park position P:
X Do not drive.
X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
Roadside Assistance. Only
shift to
P when
vehicle
is at a
standstill
. You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into
park position P although the vehicle was still in motion.
X
Stop the vehicle. Shift to
P or N to
start
engine. You have attempted to start the engine with the KEYLESS-GO
start/stop button while the automatic transmission was in
reverse gear
R or drive position D.
X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P or
neutral
position N. Make sure the brake pedal is depressed. Auxiliary
Battery Malfunctio
n The backup battery for the automatic transmission is no
longer charging.
X
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 282
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display
Practical hints
251_AKB; 4; 52, en-US
d2ureepe,
Version: 2.11.8.1 2009-03-23T09:22:52+01:00 - Seite 282