2012 MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS lumbar support

Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer)
..........198
Turn signals ................................... 100
see Changing bulbs

see Interior lighting
Light sensor (display message) .......211
Loading guidelines ............................236
Locking see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 74
Emergency locking ........................... 75
From inside (central locking
button) ............................................. 74
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 199
Low-beam headlamps Changing bulbs .............................. 107
Display message ............................ 209
Setting for driving abroad
(symmetrical) ................................... 98
Switching on/off .............................. 99
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support ............................................ 90M
M+S tires ............................................ 300
Maintenance see ASSYST PLUS


Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instructions) 273
mbrace Call priority .................................... 255
Display message ............................ 207
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 256
Downloading routes .......................259
Emergency call .............................. 253
Geo fencing ................................... 259
Important safety notes .................. 251
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 258
MB info call button ........................ 255
Remote vehicle locking .................. 257Roadside Assistance button ..........
254
Search & Send ............................... 256
Self-test ......................................... 252
Speed alert .................................... 259
System

.......................................... 252
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 260
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosis ....................................... 258
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 257
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 69
Locking vehicle ................................ 75
Unlocking the driver's door ..............75
Memory card (audio) ......................... 192
Memory function ................................. 95
Message memory (on-board
computer) .......................................... 200
Messages see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 193
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 69
MOExtended tires .............................. 281
Mounting wheels Lowering the vehicle ......................322
Mounting a new wheel ................... 322
Preparing the vehicle .....................319
Raising the vehicle ......................... 320
Removing a wheel ..........................322
Securing the vehicle against
rolling away ................................... 320
MP3
Operation ....................................... 192
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 188
Permanent display ......................... 197
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 187
Overview .......................................... 3112
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(vehicles without the EASY-
VARIO-PLUS system)
.....................240
Folding the backrest (rear
compartment) forwards/back
(vehicles with the EASY-VARIO-
PLUS system) ................................ 241
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 48
Belt force limiters ............................ 49
center rear-compartment seat
.........48
Cleaning ......................................... 277
Correct usage .................................. 46
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 49
Fastening ......................................... 47
Important safety guidelines .............45
Releasing ......................................... 48
Safety guidelines ............................. 40
Warning lamp ................................. 224
Warning lamp (function) ................... 49
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) .....................88
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 88
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support ............................................ 90
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 89
Cleaning the cover ......................... 276
Correct driver's seat position ........... 86
Important safety notes .................... 87
Seat heating problem ...................... 91
Storing settings (memory function) .. 95
Switching seat heating on/off ......... 91
Sensors (cleaning instructions) .......275
Service menu (on-board computer) . 196
Service products Brake fluid ..................................... 332
Coolant (engine) ............................ 333
Engine oil ....................................... 332
Fuel ................................................ 330
Important safety notes .................. 329
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 334
Washer fluid ................................... 334
Service work
see ASSYST PLUS
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 199
On-board computer ....................... 196
Setting the air distribution ...............126Setting the airflow
............................ 126
Side impact air bag ............................. 44
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 211
Side windows Cleaning ......................................... 274
Convenience closing feature ............ 78
Convenience opening feature
..........78
Important safety information ........... 77
Opening/closing .............................. 77
Problem (malfunction) .....................79
Resetting ......................................... 79
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 70
Changing the programming ............. 69
Checking the battery ....................... 70
Convenience closing feature ............ 78
Convenience opening feature .......... 78
Display message ............................ 223
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 68
Important safety notes .................... 68
Loss ................................................. 72
Mechanical key ................................ 69
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 135
Problem (malfunction) .....................72
Starting the engine ........................ 135
SmartKey positions (ignition lock) ..135
Snow chains ...................................... 301
Sockets Center console .............................. 251
Luggage compartment ................... 251
Points to observe before use ......... 250
Rear compartment ......................... 251
Specialist workshop ............................ 24
Speed, controlling see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the
additional speedometer .................196
Digital ............................................ 190
In the Instrument cluster ................. 29
Segments ...................................... 187
Selecting the unit of measurement 196
see Instrument cluster Index
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Rear seat head restraints
Adjusting the rear seat head restraint
height
X
To raise: pull the head restraint up to the
desired position.
X To lower: press release catch : and push
the head restraint down until it is in the
desired position.
Removing and installing the rear seat
head restraints G
WARNING
If head restraints are not installed and
adjusted correctly, they cannot provide
protection as intended.

There is an increased
risk of injury in the head and neck area, e.g.
in the event of an accident or when braking.
Always drive with the head restraints
installed. Before driving off, make sure for
every vehicle occupant that the center of the
head restraint supports the back of the head
at about eye level.
The rear head restraints on the outer seats
can be removed and re-installed. X
Fold the seat backrest slightly forwards in
order to remove the head restraint
(Y page 240).
X To remove: pull the head restraint up to
the stop.
X Press release catch : and pull the head
restraint out of the guides.
X To re-install: insert the head restraint so
that the notches on the bar are on the left
when viewed in the direction of travel.
X Push the head restraint down until you hear
it engage in position. Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support
You can adjust the contour of the front seat
backrests individually to provide optimum
support for your back. :
To raise the backrest contour
; To soften the backrest contour
= To lower the backrest contour
? To harden the backrest contour90
Seats
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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