
iThe Group menu item cannot be selected
if only one audio format is saved on the
DVD.
The list of available audio formats appears. A
dot 003F indicates the format currently
selected.XChanging setting: Slide 00A0005B 0050 or rotate
0082 005B 0083.XExiting menu: Slide 009E005B 009F.
Playback options
The following options are available:
R Normal Track Sequence : Tracks are
played back in the order in which they are
stored on the disc, e.g. track 1, 2, 3, etc.
R Medium Mix : Tracks are played back in
random order, e.g. track 3, 8, 5, etc.
R Track List Mix (MP3 mode only): Tracks
of the current folder and its subfolders are
played back in random order.
XSelecting an option: Select Audio.XSelect CD, DVD-A or MP3 .
The option list appears. A dot 003F indicates
which option is switched on.XSelect an option and press 00A1.
The option is switched on. For all options
except Normal Track Sequence , you will
see a corresponding indicator in the main
area.
i The Normal Track Sequence option is
automatically activated when you select a
different medium. If an option is activated,
it remains activated after COMAND is
switched on/off.
Audio AUX and video AUX
You can play back external audio or video
sources via the systems installed in your
vehicle.
The sockets for external audio and video
sources (AUX) are located
R in the glove box (COMAND)
R on the CD/DVD drive in the rear passenger
compartment
R on the head restraints
i For operation of the external audio and
video sources, refer to the operating
instructions of the respective device. You
may have to adjust the proper video
standard on the external audio and video
source to ensure proper replay.
Do not leave external devices in the vehicle.
Proper function of the device could be
impaired due to excessive temperatures,
for example when exposing to direct
sunlight or when the outside temperature
is extremely low. Mercedes-Benz does not
assume liability for damage to external
devices.GWarning!
Operating an external audio source while the
vehicle is in motion will distract you. You may
not notice changing road and/or traffic
conditions which may cause an accident.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of 44 feet (approximately
14 m) every second.
For your safety and the safety of others, pull
over to a safe location and stop before
operating an external audio source.
GWarning!
Due to the different volumes of the external
audio sources, system messages of the
vehicle may be much louder. You may need to
disable these system messages or adjust the
volume of these messages manually.
i The volume of external audio sources is
extremely variable. It is possible that a
device connected as an external audio
source will sound quieter or louder in the
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Back to the movieXPress back button 0041 until you can see
the movie.
or
XSelect the corresponding menu item in the
DVD menu.
or
XSelect a menu item of your choice from the
DVD menu.XSelect the menu item Back (to the
movie) in the selection menu.
i
Depending on the DVD, the menu item
Back (to the movie) or the back button
0041 may be without function.
Setting the language
i This function is not available for all DVDs.
If it is available, you can set the language
for the DVD menu and the audio language.
The number of settings you can make is
determined by the content of the DVD. It
may also be possible to make the settings
in the DVD menu ( Y page 194).
XSelect Video 0054 Video DVD .XShow the menu system, if necessary
( Y page 193).XSelect DVD-V 0054 DVD Functions .XSelect Audio Language .
In both cases a selection list will appear.
The dot 003F in front of an entry indicates the
current language.XChanging the setting: Slide 00A0005B 0050 or turn
0082 005B 0083, until you reach the desired setting.XSaving a setting: Press 00A1.XExiting the menu: Slide 009E005B 009F.
Subtitles and camera angles
i This function is not available for all DVDs.
The number of settings you can make is
determined by the content of the DVD. It
may also be possible to make the settings
in the DVD menu ( Y page 194).XSelect Video 0054 Video DVD .XShow the menu system, if necessary
( Y page 193).XSelect DVD-V 0054 DVD Functions .XSelect Subtitles or Camera Angle .
In both cases a selection list will appear.
The dot 003F in front of an entry indicates the
current language.XChanging the setting: Slide 00A0005B 0050 or turn
0082 005B 0083, until you reach the desired setting.XSaving a setting: Press 00A1.XExiting the menu: Slide 009E005B 009F.
Interactive content
i DVDs may include interactive content
(e.g. a video game). In a video game you can
control the play by selecting and initiating
actions. The type and number of actions
depends on the DVD.
XSelecting an action: Slide 00A0005B 0050 or 009E005B 009F,
or turn 0082005B 0083, until you reach the desired
setting.XInitiating an action: Press 00A1.
A menu appears, the first entry Select is
highlighted.XPress 00A1.
Music Register
GObserve Safety notes, see page 76.
You can save MP3 or WMA audio files in the
Music Register. The storage capacity is
approximately 7 gigabyte.
! Keep your original music files in a safe
place. A fault with the COMAND may cause
the music files stored in the Music Register
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iDo not leave external devices in the
vehicle. Proper function of the device could
be impaired due to excessive
temperatures, for example when exposing
to direct sunlight or when the outside
temperature is extremely low. Mercedes-
Benz does not assume liability for damage
to external devices.
\000F3.5 mm stereo jack AUX cable (4-pin) for
connecting external devices via AUX port,
e.g. MP3 players (audio and video)
\000GiPod® cable\000

USB storage device
iThis function is available for
alphabetically ordered directories. The
function is not available within playlists for
example.
XWithin a folder, press the respective button
on the telephone keypad once or more to
enter the first character of the desired
artist name. For example, press button
008B three times for an artist whose name
starts with a “C”.
The available characters are displayed on
the bottom of the display.
When the directory contains folders only,
COMAND will search for folders.
Selecting active partition (USB
storage devices only)
You can select this function with USB storage
devices when the storage space is
partitioned. The system supports up to 4
partitions (primary or logical, FAT formatted).
i The Windows formatting program
supports FAT partitions of up to 32 gigabyte
by default.
XSelect Media Interface 0054 Select
Active Partition .
Playback options
The following options are available:
R Normal Track Sequence
Tracks are played back in regular order (e.g.
in numerical or in alphabetical order).
R Random Tracks
All available tracks on the current medium
are played back in random order.
R Category Mix or Random Folder (with
USB devices when Folder was selected)
Tracks of the currently active category or
folder and its subfolders are played back in
random order.XSelecting playback options: Select
Media Interface in the basic display.
The list of options appears. The dot 003F
indicates the currently selected option.XSelect an option.
COMAND vehicle menu
Introduction
GWarning!
HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read
the HYBRID Supplemental Operating
Instructions included in your vehicle literature
portfolio. You may otherwise not receive all
necessary safety information and warning for
the operation of your vehicle.
In this menu, you can program the following
vehicle functions:
FunctionMulti-function Contour Seat
Settings (Y page 216)Rear Window Sunshade (Y page 207)Easy Entry/Exit Feature
( Y page 208)Exterior Lighting Delayed Shut-off
( Y page 208)Interior Lighting Delayed Shut-off
( Y page 208)Ambient Lighting (Y page 209)Automatic Mirror Folding
( Y page 209)Locator Lighting (Y page 210)206COMAND vehicle menuControl systems
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XSelect Vehicle.
The main area is active.
XSelecting Interior Lighting Delayed
Shut-off or Exterior Lighting
Delayed Shut-off: Slide \000

XPress button \000d again if you would like
to change the current status.
Depending on the previous status, the
Daytime Running Lamps will be switched
on (Enabled) or off (Disabled).
With Daytime Running Lamps mode
Enabled selected and the exterior lamp
switch at position \000' or \000f, the low-
beam headlamps are switched on when the
engine is running.
In low ambient light conditions the following
lamps will come on additionally:
RParking lamps
RTail lamps
RLicense plate lamps
RSide marker lamps
For more information on the daytime running
lamp mode, see “Lighting” (Y page 299).
iMake sure the exterior lamp switch is set
to \000e or \000f when you switch off the
daytime running lamps while driving at
night.
Setting Adaptive Highbeam Assist
XPress button \000@ or \000> to select the
Settings menu.
XPress button \000= or \000< to select the
Adapt. High-beam Ass. .
XPress button \000d.XPress button \000d again if you would like
to change the current status.
Depending on the previous status, the
Adaptive Highbeam Assist will be
Enabled or Disabled.
For more information on the Adaptive
Highbeam Assist, see (Y page 301).
Showing or hiding additional
speedometer
You can have an additional digital
speedometer shown in the multifunction
display. Depending on the setting for the
speedometer display mode (Y page 235), the
speed is shown in the unit of kilometers/hour
(setting miles) or miles/hour (setting km).
XPress button \000@ or \000> to select the
Settings menu.
XPress button \000= or \000< to select the
Add. Speedometer function.
XPress button \000d.XPress button \000d again if you would like
to change the current status.
Depending on the previous status, the
Add. Speedometer will be switched On or
Off.
Selecting speedometer display mode
XPress button \000@ or \000> to select the
Settings menu.
XPress button \000= or \000< to select the
Units function.
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Vehicle equipment ............................274
Locking and unlocking .....................274
Starter switch positions ...................284
Seats ..................................................286
Multifunction steering wheel ..........293
Mirrors ...............................................294
Memory function ..............................297
Lighting ..............................................298
Wipers ................................................305
Power windows .................................307
Driving and parking ..........................311
Automatic transmission ...................317
Transfer case ....................................325
Instrument cluster ............................326
Driving systems ................................327
Climate control system ....................363
Rear window defroster .....................372
Power tilt/sliding sunroof ...............373
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ......................................375
Loading and storing ..........................379
Useful features .................................384
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The power closing assist automatically
ensures that the trunk lid is pulled completely
close (Y page 283).
Closing the trunk from the inside
automatically
GWarning!
Maintain sight of the area around the rear of
the vehicle while operating the trunk lid with
the door mounted switch. Monitor the closing
procedure carefully to make sure no one is in
danger of being injured.
To interrupt the closing procedure, release
the door mounted remote trunk opening/
closing switch again.
Even with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-
GO removed from the vehicle, the remote
trunk opening/closing switch can be
operated. Therefore, do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to
an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury.
In vehicles with trunk opening/closing
system you can close the trunk from the
inside using the remote trunk opening/
closing switch.
If the trunk lid comes into contact with an
object while closing, the closing procedure is
stopped and the trunk lid reopens slightly.
This will happen only while the trunk is in its
upper motion sequence. Check if luggage has
been piled too high, for example.
XPress and hold remote trunk opening/
closing switch \000F until the trunk is closed.
XTo interrupt the closing procedure:
Release remote trunk opening/closing
switch \000F.
Closing the trunk from the outside
automatically
GWarning!
Monitor the closing procedure carefully to
make sure no one is in danger of being
injured. To prevent possible personal injury,
always keep hands and fingers away from the
trunk opening when closing the trunk lid. Be
especially careful when small children are
around. To stop the closing procedure, do one
of the following:
RPress button \000T on the SmartKey.
RPress the remote trunk opening/closing
switch (on the driver’s door).
RPress the trunk closing switch.
RPress the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing
switch.
RPull the trunk lid handle.
Even with the SmartKey removed from the
starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-
GO removed from the vehicle, the remote
trunk opening/closing switch can be
operated. Therefore, do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to
an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury.
In vehicles with trunk opening/closing
system you can close the trunk separately
from the outside using the trunk closing
switch.
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