2011 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class window

Vehicle
Vehicle
General notes
In this menu, you can set the following vehicle
functions:
RECO
RMulticontour seat settings
RRear window blind
REASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
RExterior lighting delayed switch-off time
RInterior lighting delayed switch-off
RAmbient lighting
RAutomatic folding mirror
RLocator lighting
RAutomatic locking feature
RTrunk lid opening height restriction
You can open the "Vehicle" menu in one of
two ways.
Opening the "Vehicle" menu from the
main area in the center of the display
:"Vehicle" menu item;Main areaXSelect Vehicle in the main function bar by
sliding XVY and turning cVd the
COMAND controller and press W to
confirm.
Main area ; is active.
XSelect the individual vehicle functions by
sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND
controller and press W to confirm.
Opening from the "Vehicle" menuXSelect Vehicle in the main function bar by
sliding XVY and turning cVd the
COMAND controller and press W to
confirm.
The "Vehicle" submenu opens.
XSelect the individual vehicle functions in
the menu by sliding XVY or turning cVd
the COMAND controller and press W to
confirm.
In the next section, it is the first procedure
that is always described.
Switching the ECO function on/off
The ECO start/stop function switches the
engine off automatically when the vehicle is
stopped under certain conditions. When
pulling away again, the engine starts
automatically (Y page 302). You can switch
the ECO start/stop function on and off using
COMAND.
If you switch the ECO start/stop function off
using COMAND, the function is switched on
again automatically when you switch the
ignition off and on again.
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XTo switch the ECO start/stop function
on/off: select Vehicle in the main
function bar by sliding XVY and turning
cVd the COMAND controller and press
W to confirm.
The main area is active.
XSelect the ECO function by sliding XVY or
turning cVd the COMAND controller and
press W to confirm.
The ECO start/stop function is switched on
and off alternately.
Extending/retracting the rear window
blind
! Make sure that the rear window blind can
move freely. Otherwise, the blind or other
objects could be damaged.
iThe rear window blind is deactivated at
temperatures below -20 †.
XTo extend/retract the rear window
blind: select Vehicle in the main function
bar by sliding XVY and turning cVd the
COMAND controller and press W to
confirm.
The main area is active.
XSelect the Rear window blind function
by sliding XVY or turning cVd the
COMAND controller and press W to
confirm.
Activating/deactivating the automatic
folding mirror
In the Automatic mirror folding menu,
you can set the exterior mirror so that it
automatically folds in when the vehicle is
locked.
XTo activate/deactivate automatic
mirror folding: select Vehicle in the main
function bar by sliding XVY and turning
cVd the COMAND controller and press
W to confirm.
The main area is active.
XSelect the Automatic mirror folding
function by sliding XVY or turning cVd
the COMAND controller and press W to
confirm.
Setting the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
GRisk of injury
Make sure that nobody can become trapped
when you activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT
feature.
If there is a risk of entrapment by the steering
column, move the steering wheel adjustment
lever or press the memory button.
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Setting the airflow
You can set the airflow separately for the
driver’s side and for the front-passenger side.
XSelect left airflow = or right airflow A by
turning cVd the COMAND controller and
press W to confirm.
XTo adjust the airflow: slide ZVÆ or turn
cVd the COMAND controller.
XTo confirm the selection: press W the
COMAND controller.
Climate control main menu
Using COMAND, you can set additional
functions that cannot be called up using the
control panel in the center console. Call up
these functions using the climate control
main menu.
XTo open the climate control main
menu: select the AC climate control
symbol in the air-conditioning function bar
by turning cVd the COMAND controller
and press W to confirm.
The climate control menu opens.
Climate control main menu
You can:
Rswitch cooling with dehumidification on/
off (Æ)
Rcontrol climate control centrally (Mono)
Radjust the Footwell temperature
Rset the Airflow for the air vents
Roperate the Rear air conditioning from the
front
Rset the Auxiliary heating,
departure time
Switching cooling with air
dehumidification on/off
Cooling is operational when the engine is
running and cools according to the selected
interior temperature for the vehicle. Cooling
also dehumidifies the air inside the vehicle
and, thereby, prevents the windows from
misting up.
GRisk of accident
If you switch off cooling with
dehumidification, the vehicle will not be
cooled and the air not dehumidified in warm
weather conditions. The windows can mist up
faster. This could result in your no longer
being able to observe the traffic conditions
properly and you may cause an accident.
iCondensation may collect on the
underside of the vehicle when the cooler is
operating.
XSelect the climate control main menu in the
air-conditioning function bar by turning
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Vehicle equipment
i This manual describes all the standard
and optional equipment of your vehicle
which was available at the time of
purchase. Country-specific differences are
possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle
may not feature all functions described
here. This also refers to safety-related
systems and functions.
Overview of climate control systems
Important safety notes
GWarning
Severe conditions (e.g. strong air pollution)
may require replacement of the filter before
its scheduled replacement interval. A clogged
filter will reduce the air volume to the interior
and the windows could fog up, impairing
visibility and endangering you and others.
Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as
possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center.
GWarning
Follow the recommended settings for heating
and cooling given on the following pages.
Otherwise, the windows could fog up,
impairing visibility and endangering you and
others.
Automatic climate control regulates the
temperature and the humidity in the vehicle
interior and filters undesirable substances
from the air.
Automatic climate control is only operational
when the engine is running 19
. Optimum
operation is only achieved when you drive
with the side windows and tilt/sliding
sunroof/panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel closed.
Some functions of automatic climate control
can also be set via COMAND ( Y page 261).
i
Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period
during warm weather, e.g. using the
convenience opening feature ( Y page 90).
This will speed up the cooling process and
the desired vehicle interior temperature
will be reached more quickly.
i The integrated filter can remove most
particles of dust and removes pollen
completely. A clogged filter reduces the
amount of air supplied to the vehicle
interior. For this reason, you should always
observe the interval for replacing the filter,
which is specified in the Service Booklet.
As it depends on environmental conditions,
e.g. heavy air pollution, the interval may be
shorter than stated in the Service Booklet.
i It is possible that the interior blower may
be activated automatically 40 minutes after
the SmartKey is removed. The vehicle is
then ventilated for 30 minutes to dry the
air-conditioning system.19 The "residual heat" function can only be switched on/off if the ignition is switched off.286Overview of climate control systemsClimate control

Automatic climate control control panelFunctioniNotes/tipsFront control panel:Sets climate control to
automatic, left
Activate climate control using the à rocker
switch. The indicator lamp in the à rocker switch
lights up.
;Sets the temperature, leftSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).=Sets the airflow, left?Defrosts the windshieldOnly use the "defrosting" function briefly until the
windshield is clear again.
AActivates/deactivates air-
recirculation mode
Only use "air-recirculation" mode briefly, e.g. if there
are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel. The
windows could otherwise fog up as, in air-
recirculation mode, no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle.
BSwitches climate control on/
off
CSwitches the residual heat
function on/off
Use the residual heat function if you want to heat or
ventilate the vehicle interior when the ignition is
switched off. The "residual heat" function can only be
activated or deactivated with the ignition switched
off.
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FunctioniNotes/tipsDSwitches the rear window
defroster on/offESets the airflow, rightFSets the temperature, rightSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).GSets climate control to
automatic, rightActivate climate control using the à rocker
switch. The indicator lamp in the à rocker switch
lights up.Rear control panelHSets the temperature, leftSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).ISets the air distribution, leftJSets the airflowKOFF Deactivates the rear-
compartment climate control
AUTO Sets the rear-
compartment climate control
to automatic
MAN Sets the rear-
compartment climate control
to manualLSets the air distribution, rightMSets the temperature, rightSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).Operating the climate control
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Switching climate control on/off
Important information
GWarning!
When the climate control system is
deactivated, the outside air supply and
circulation are also deactivated. Only choose
this setting for a short time. Otherwise the
windows could fog up, impairing visibility and
endangering you and others.
i Activate climate control primarily using
the à rocker switch ( Y page 289).
Activating/deactivating the front
climate control using the front control
panelXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.XTo switch on: press the ^ rocker
switch up or down.
The indicator lamp in the rocker switch
goes out. The previously selected settings
come into effect again.XTo switch off: press the ^ rocker
switch up or down.
The indicator lamp in the rocker switch
lights up.288Operating the climate control systemsClimate control

Activating/deactivating the rear-
compartment climate control using the
front control panelXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.XActivate the Y rear compartment
function via COMAND ( Y page 265).
The rear-compartment climate control can
be controlled via the front control panel
using the Y rear compartment function.XTo switch on: press the ^ rocker
switch up or down.
The indicator lamp in the rocker switch
goes out. The previously selected settings
come into effect again.XTo switch off: press the ^ rocker
switch up or down.
The indicator lamp in the rocker switch
lights up.
Activating/deactivating the rear-
compartment climate control using the
rear control panel
XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.XTo activate: press rocker switch
K (Y page 287) up or down and select
AUTO .
or
XPress rocker switch K (Y page 287) up or
down and select MAN.XTo deactivate: press rocker switch
K (Y page 287) up or down and select
OFF .
Activating/deactivating cooling with
air dehumidification
Important information
The cooling with air dehumidification function
is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and
dehumidified according to the temperature
selected.GWarning
If you switch off the cooling function, the
vehicle will not be cooled when weather
conditions are warm. The windows can fog up
more quickly. Window fogging may impair
visibility and endanger you and others.
Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when the automatic climate
control is in cooling mode. This is normal and
not a sign that there is a malfunction.
You can activate or deactivate the "cooling
with air dehumidification" function via
COMAND ( Y page 263).
i The cooling with air dehumidification
function uses refrigerant R134a. This
coolant does not contain
chlorofluorocarbons, and therefore does
not damage the ozone layer.
Problems with the "cooling with air
dehumidification" function
If you can no longer switch on the cooling with
air dehumidification function via COMAND,
the cooling with air dehumidification function
is switched off due to a malfunction.
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
Setting climate control to automatic
GWarning
If you switch off the cooling function, the
vehicle will not be cooled when weather
conditions are warm. The windows can fog up
more quickly. Window fogging may impair
visibility and endanger you and others.
In automatic mode, the set temperature is
maintained automatically at a constant level.
The system automatically regulates the
temperature of the dispensed air, the airflow
and the air distribution.
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air distribution symbol is shown in the
display.
Setting the airflow
Setting the front-compartment airflow
using the front control panel
You can select different airflow settings for
the driver's and front-passenger sides as well
as for the rear compartment.
You can also use COMAND to set the airflow
( Y page 263).
XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.XTo increase/reduce: press the K
rocker switch up or down.
Setting the rear-compartment airflow
using the front control panel
XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.XActivate the Y rear compartment
function via COMAND ( Y page 265).
The rear-compartment climate control can
be controlled via the front control panel
using the Y rear compartment function.XTo increase/reduce: press the K
rocker switch up or down.
Setting the rear-compartment airflow
using the rear control panel
XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.XTo increase/reduce: press rocker switch
J up or down ( Y page 287).
Defrosting the windshield
You can use this function to defrost the
windshield or to defrost the inside of the
windshield and the side windows.
i You should only select the defrosting
function until the windshield is clear again.XTurn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.XTo switch on: press the ¬ rocker
switch up or down.
The indicator lamp in the ¬ rocker
switch lights up.
The climate control system switches to the
following functions:
R cooling with air dehumidification on
R high airflow 20
R high temperature 20
R air distribution to the windshield and
front side windows
R air-recirculation mode offXTo switch off: press the ¬ rocker
switch up or down.
The indicator lamp in the ¬ rocker
switch goes out. The previously selected
settings come into effect again. The cooling
with air dehumidification function remains
on. Air-recirculation mode remains
deactivated.
or
XPress the w rocker switch up or down.
or
XPress the K rocker switch up or down.
Maximum cooling MAX COOL
The MAX COOL function is only available in
vehicles for the USA.
MAX COOL is only operational when the
engine is running.
The MAX COOL function is activated
automatically:
R if climate control is set to automatic
( Ã ) on both sides
R if additional cooling is used
The display shows MAX COOL.
20
Depending on the outside temperature.292Operating the climate control systemsClimate control