2010 MERCEDES-BENZ S600 Owner's Manual

in direction of arrow = until the tilt/sliding
sunroof is fully closed.
The tilt/sliding sunroof closes with greater
force.
If the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked again and
opens slightly:
XImmediately after the tilt/sliding sunroof
was blocked and has opened, pull and hold
the sunroof switch in direction of arrow
= until the tilt/sliding sunroof is fully
closed.
The tilt/sliding sunroof closes without
automatic reversal function.
GWarning!
Pulling and holding the sunroof switch to
close the tilt/sliding sunroof immediately
after it had been blocked two times will cause
the tilt/sliding sunroof to close without any
reversal function for as long as you hold the
sunroof switch.
Synchronizing
The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchronized
after a malfunction or if it does not open
smoothly.
! If the tilt/sliding sunroof cannot be closed
or synchronized, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside
Assistance.
XSwitch on the ignition.XPress and hold the sunroof switch in
direction of arrow : (Y page 374) until the
tilt/sliding sunroof is fully raised at the
rear.
XKeep holding the sunroof switch in
direction of arrow : for approximately
1 second.
XCheck the express operation feature
(Y page 374).
If the tilt/sliding sunroof opens and closes
completely, the roof is synchronized.
Otherwise repeat the above steps.
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
Extending and retracting the roller
sunblinds
The roller sunblinds only operate with the tilt/
sliding panel closed. The front and rear roller
sunblind can be operated individually.
XSwitch on the ignition.
Operating front roller sunblind
GWarning!
When extending the front roller sunblind,
make sure no one is in danger of being injured
by the extending procedure.
The front roller sunblind is equipped with the
express operation and automatic reversal
function. If the movement of the front roller
sunblind is blocked during the extending
procedure, the front roller sunblind will stop
and retract slightly.
The extending of the front roller sunblind can
be immediately halted by releasing the roof
panel switch or, if the roof panel switch was
moved past the resistance point and released,
by moving the roof panel switch in any
direction.
Roof panel switch
:Retracting;Retracting=ExtendingXRetracting/Extending: Move the roof
panel switch to the resistance point in the
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required direction of arrow :, ; or =
until the front roller sunblind has reached
its desired position.
XExpress operation: Move the roof panel
switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow :, ; or = and release.
The front roller sunblind retracts/extends
completely.
XStopping during express operation:
Move the roof panel switch in any direction.
Operating rear roller sunblind from
front
GWarning!
When extending the rear roller sunblind, make
sure no one is in danger of being injured by
the extending procedure.
The rear roller sunblind is equipped with the
express operation and automatic reversal
function. If the movement of the rear roller
sunblind is blocked during the extending
procedure, the rear roller sunblind will stop
and retract slightly.
The extending of the rear roller sunblind can
be immediately halted by pressing the
sunblind switch again.
XRetracting/Extending: Press roller
sunblind switch :.
The rear roller sunblind retracts/extends
completely.
XStopping: Press roller sunblind switch :
again.
To change directions, you must first extend
or retract the rear roller sunblind completely.
Operating rear roller sunblind from rear
GWarning!
When extending the rear roller sunblind, make
sure no one is in danger of being injured by
the extending procedure.
The rear roller sunblind is equipped with the
express operation and automatic reversal
function. If the movement of the rear roller
sunblind is blocked during the extending
procedure, the rear roller sunblind will stop
and retract slightly.
The extending of the rear roller sunblind can
be immediately halted by releasing the
sunblind switch or, if the sunblind switch was
moved past the resistance point and released,
by pressing or pulling the sunblind switch
again.
Rear door control panel
XRetracting/Extending: Press or pull roller
sunblind switch : until the rear roller
sunblind has reached the desired position.
XExpress operation: Press or pull roller
sunblind switch : past the resistance
point and release.
The rear roller sunblind retracts or extends
completely.
XStopping during express operation:
Press or pull roller sunblind switch :
again.
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Opening and closing the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel
GObserve Safety notes, see page 56.GWarning!
When opening or closing the tilt/sliding panel,
make sure there is no danger of anyone being
harmed by the opening/closing procedure.
The tilt/sliding panel is equipped with the
express operation and automatic reversal
function. If the movement of the tilt/sliding
panel is blocked during the closing procedure,
the tilt/sliding panel will stop and open
slightly.
The tilt/sliding panel operates differently
when the roof panel switch is pressed and
held. See the “Closing when the tilt/sliding
panel is blocked” section in this chapter for
details.
The opening/closing procedure of the tilt/
sliding panel can be immediately halted by
releasing the roof panel switch or, if the roof
panel switch was moved past the resistance
point and released, by moving the roof panel
switch in any direction.
GWarning!
The panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel is
made out of glass. In the event of an accident,
the glass may shatter. This may result in an
opening in the roof.
In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing
their seat belts or not wearing them properly
may be thrown out of the opening. Such an
opening also presents a potential for injury for
occupants wearing their seat belts properly as
entire body parts or portions of them may
protrude from the passenger compartment.
! To avoid damaging the seals, do not
transport any objects with sharp edges
which can stick out of the tilt/sliding panel.
Do not open the tilt/sliding panel if there is
snow or ice on the roof, as this could result
in malfunctions.
! Please keep in mind that weather
conditions can sometimes change rapidly.
Make sure to close the tilt/sliding panel
when leaving the vehicle. If water enters
the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics
could be damaged which is not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Roof panel switch
:Raising;Opening=Closing
The tilt/sliding panel only operates with the
roller sunblinds retracted.
iYou can also open or close the tilt/sliding
panel using the SmartKey, see “Summer
opening feature” (Y page 309) or see
“Convenience closing feature”
(Y page 309).
iIf the front roller sunblind is extended
while the tilt/sliding panel is being raised,
the roller sunblind will retract first.
XSwitch on the ignition.
Opening
XOpening manually: Press and hold the
roof panel switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow ;.
XRelease the roof panel switch when the
desired position is reached.
XExpress operation: To open the tilt/
sliding panel completely, press the roof
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panel switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow ; and release.XStopping during express operation:
Move the roof panel switch in any direction.
i When the tilt/sliding panel is open,
resonance noises may result in addition to
the usual wind noises. They are caused by
minimal pressure changes in the passenger
compartment. To reduce or eliminate these
noises, change the position of the tilt/
sliding panel or open a window slightly.
Raising
XRaising manually: Press and hold the roof
panel switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow :.XRelease the roof panel switch when the
desired position is reached.XExpress operation: To raise the tilt/
sliding panel completely, press the roof
panel switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow : and release.XStopping during express operation:
Move the roof panel switch in any direction.
i Express raising is not available when the
tilt/sliding panel is open. The tilt/sliding
panel must be closed first.
Closing
XClosing manually: Pull and hold the roof
panel switch to the resistance point in
direction of arrow =.XRelease the roof panel switch when the
desired position is reached.XExpress operation: To close the tilt/
sliding panel completely, pull the roof panel
switch past the resistance point in
direction of arrow = and release.XStopping during express operation:
Move the roof panel switch in any direction.Closing when the tilt/sliding panel is
blockedGWarning!
Make sure that nobody can become trapped
and be seriously or even fatally injured when
closing the tilt/sliding panel without
automatic reversal function.
If the movement of the tilt/sliding panel is
blocked during the closing procedure (e.g. by
ice or pollution), the tilt/sliding panel will stop
and open slightly.
XImmediately after the tilt/sliding panel has
stopped and opened because it was
blocked, pull and hold the roof panel switch
in direction of arrow = until the tilt/sliding
panel is fully closed.
If the tilt/sliding panel is blocked again and
opens slightly:
XImmediately after the tilt/sliding panel was
blocked and has opened, pull and hold the
roof panel switch in direction of arrow =
until the tilt/sliding panel is fully closed.
The tilt sliding panel closes without
automatic reversal function.GWarning!
Pulling and holding the roof panel switch to
close the tilt/sliding panel immediately after
it had been blocked two times will cause the
tilt/sliding panel to close without any reversal
function for as long as you hold the roof panel
switch.
Synchronizing the panorama roof
The tilt/sliding panel and front roller
sunblinds must be synchronized after a
malfunction or if the tilt/sliding panel does
not open smoothly.
! Do not attempt to open the tilt/sliding
panel before the tilt/sliding panel is
properly synchronized. The tilt/sliding
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panel could otherwise lock-up in the open
position.
If the tilt/sliding panel cannot be closed or
synchronized, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside
Assistance.
Tilt/sliding panel and front roller
sunblindXSwitch on the ignition.XPull and hold the roof panel switch several
times in direction of arrow =
( Y page 375) until the tilt/sliding panel is
fully closed.XKeep holding the roof panel switch in
direction of arrow = for approximately
1 second.XPull and hold the roof panel switch several
times in direction of arrow = until the front
roller sunblind is fully extended.XKeep holding the roof panel switch in
direction of arrow = for approximately
1 second.XCheck the express operation feature of the
front roller sunblind.
If the front roller sunblind retracts
completely, the front roller sunblind is
synchronized. Otherwise repeat the above
steps.XCheck the express operation feature of the
tilt/sliding panel ( Y page 377).
If the tilt/sliding panel opens completely,
the tilt/sliding panel is synchronized.
Otherwise repeat the above steps.
Rear roller sunblind
XSwitch on the ignition.XPull roller sunblind switch :
( Y page 376) in the rear door control panel
several times until the rear roller sunblind
is fully extended.XKeep holding roller sunblind switch : for
approximately 1 second.XCheck the express operation feature of the
front roller sunblind.
If the rear roller sunblind retracts
completely, the rear roller sunblind is
synchronized. Otherwise repeat the above
steps.
Loading and storing
Loading instructions
GWarning!
Always fasten items being carried as securely
as possible using cargo tie-down hooks and
fastening materials appropriate for the weight
and size of the load.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle. This can cause injury to
vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
transporting cargo. Do not pile luggage or
cargo higher than the seat backrests.
The trunk is the preferred place to carry
objects. Always use cargo tie-down hooks
when transporting cargo. Do not place
anything on the rear-window shelf.
Never drive a vehicle with the trunk open.
Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may
enter vehicle interior resulting in
unconsciousness and death.
Load distribution
The total load weight including vehicle
occupants and luggage/cargo should not
exceed the total load limit indicated on the
corresponding Tire and Loading Information
placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar
( Y page 418).
The handling characteristics of a fully loaded
vehicle depends greatly on the load
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distribution. It is therefore recommended to
load the vehicle accordingly with the heaviest
items being placed towards the front of the
vehicle.
Please pay attention to and comply with the
following instructions when loading the
vehicle and transporting cargo:
RAlways place items being carried against
front or rear seat backrests, and fasten
them as securely as possible.
RThe heaviest portion of the cargo should
always be kept as low as possible against
front or rear seat backrests.
Roof rack
For information about further roof rack
equipment, contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
GWarning!
Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes-
Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage
to the vehicle.
Follow the manufacturer’s installation
instructions. Otherwise, an improperly
attached roof rack system or its load could
become detached from the vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum roof load of
220 lb (100 kg).
Take into consideration that when the roof
rack is loaded, the handling characteristics
are different from those when operating the
vehicle without the roof rack loaded.
Make sure
Ryou can raise the power tilt/sliding sunroof
or the panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel
completely
Ryou can open the trunk completely
XFlip trim covers : open.XOnly attach the roof rack to the anchorage
points under trim covers :.
XObserve manufacturer’s instructions for
installation.
Parcel nets
GWarning!
Parcel nets are intended for storing light-
weight items only, such as road maps, mail,
etc.
Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges, or
fragile objects may not be transported in the
parcel nets. In an accident, during hard
braking, or sudden maneuvers, they could be
thrown around inside the vehicle and cause
injury to vehicle occupants.
Parcel nets cannot protect transported goods
in the event of an accident.
Parcel nets are located in the front passenger
footwell and on each side of the left and right
trunk side walls.
Hooks
Coat hooks
Two coat hooks are located in the vehicle, one
on each side.
Use coat hooks to secure light-weight items
only. The maximum permissible weight per
coat hook is 6,6 lbs (3 kg).
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XOpening: Press coat hook :.
The coat hook moves out.
XClosing: Press coat hook : until it
engages.
Retaining hook
A retaining hook can be used to attach cargo
items such as bags.
! Do not use the retaining hook to tie down
cargo.
XPull strap : of retaining hook ; down.
Cargo tie-down hooks
Four cargo tie-down hooks are located in the
trunk.
Always follow loading instructions
(Y page 379).
Carefully secure cargo by applying even load
on all cargo tie-down hooks with rope of
sufficient strength to hold down the cargo.
Front storage compartments
GWarning!
To help avoid personal injury during a collision
or sudden maneuver, exercise care when
storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or
cargo in the trunk if possible.
Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the
seat backrests.
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during
Rbraking
Rvehicle maneuvers
Ran accident
Glove box
The glove box can be ventilated
(Y page 369).
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XOpening: Press glove box lid release :.XClosing: 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.
1Glove box unlocked2Glove box locked
Eyeglasses compartment
XOpening: Press eyeglasses compartment
mark :.
XClosing: Guide eyeglasses compartment
upward until it engages.
Front armrest storage compartment
iThe Roadside Assistance button º
(Y page 389) and the Information button
E (Y page 392) are located in the
storage compartment.
XOpening storage compartment: Press
button : and swing armrest upward.
Door storage compartments
GWarning!
Keep the door storage compartments closed
while vehicle is in motion. Failure to do so may
cause the seat belt to catch at the rear and
prevent proper positioning of the seat belt.
XOpening: Pull storage compartment
lid : upward.
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