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Adjusting the steering wheel man-
ually :
Release lever
; To adjust the steering wheel height
= To adjust the steering wheel position
(fore-and-aft adjustment)
X Push release lever :down completely.
The steering column is unlocked.
X Adjus tthe steering wheel to the desired
position.
X Push release lever :up completely.
The steering column is locked.
X Check if the steering column is locked.
When doing so, try to push the steering
wheel up or down or try to move it in the
fore-and-aft direction. Adjusting the steering wheel electri-
cally
:
To adjust the steering wheel height
; To adjust the steering wheel position
(fore-and-aft adjustment) i
Further related subjects:
R EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
(Y page 116)
R Storing settings (Y page 120) EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Make sure that nobody can become trapped
when you activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT fea-
ture.
If there is a risk of someone becoming trap-
ped, stop the adjustment procedure. To halt
the procedure:
R press the steering column adjustment but-
ton.
R briefly press one of the memory function
position buttons.
The steering column stops moving immedi-
ately.
Do not keep the memory function position
button pressed down, otherwise the memory
function will start and the steering wheel and
seat will begin to move.
Never leave children unsupervised in the vehi-
cle. They could open the driver's door and
thereby unintentionally activate the EASY-
ENTRY feature and become trapped.
The EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature makes getting
in and out of your vehicle easier.
You can activate and deactivate the EASY-
ENTRY/EXIT feature in the on-board com-
puter (Y page 247). 116
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Calling up
astore dparking position set-
ting X
Tur nthe key to position 2in the ignition
lock.
X Adjust the exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side using button ;.
X Engage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves to the stored parking position.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves back to its original position:
R as soon as you exceed a speed of
15 km/h
R if you press button :for the exterior mir-
ror on the driver's side Memory function
Storing settings
G
WARNING
Only use the memory function on the driver's
side when the vehicle is stationary. You could
otherwise be distracted from the traffic con-
ditions by the steering wheel and seat moving
of their own accord, and as a result, cause an
accident. G
WARNING
The memory function can still be used when
the key has been removed. For this reason,
children should never be left unsupervised in
the vehicle. They could otherwise become
trapped when adjusting the seat or the steer-
ing wheel.
With the memory function, you can store up
to three different settings, e.g. for three dif-
ferent people. The following settings are stored as a single
memory preset:
R
position of the seat, backrest and head
restraint
R driver's side: steering wheel position
R driver's side: position of the exterior mir-
rors on the driver's and front-passenger
sides X
Adjust the seat (Y page 110).
X On the driver's side, adjust the steering
wheel (Y page 116) and the exterior mirrors
(Y page 117).
X Press the Mmemory button and then press
storage position button 1,2or 3within
three seconds.
The settings are stored in the selected pre-
set position. Atone sounds when the set-
tings have been completed. Calling up
astore dsetting
X Press and hold the relevant storage posi-
tio nb utton 1,2or 3until the seat, steering
wheel and exterio rmirrors are in the stored
position.
i The setting procedure is interrupted as
soon as you release the storage position
button. 120
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Changing the departure time
X
Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to selec tthe Settings menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Heating submenu.
X Press ato confirm.
You will see the selected setting.
X Press ato confirm.
X Press the :or9 button to select A ,
B or
Change C .
X Press ato confirm.
You can now change the departure time.
X Press the =or; button to select the
display to be changed: hours, minutes.
X Press the :or9 button to set the
selected display.
X Press the abutton to store the entry.
The yellow indicator lamp on the auxiliary
heating button lights up.
Convenience Activating/deactivating the EASY-
ENTRY/EXIT feature
G
WARNING
The steering wheel moves when the EASY-
ENTRY/EXIT feature is active. There is a risk
of occupants becoming trapped. Before acti-
vating the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature, make
sure that nobody can become trapped.
Do not leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle, even if they are secured in a child
restraint system. The children could open the
driver's door and thereby unintentionally acti-
vate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature and
become trapped.
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Settings menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Convenience submenu.
X Press ato confirm. X
Press the :or9 button to select the
Easy Entry/Exit: function.
If the Easy Entry/Exit function is activa-
ted, the vehicle steering wheel is displayed
in red in the multifunction display.
X Press the abutton to save the setting.
Further information on the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT
feature (Y page 116).
Switching the belt adjustment on/off
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Settings menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Convenience submenu.
X Press ato confirm.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Belt adjustment function.
When the Belt adjustment function is
activated, the vehicle seat belt is displayed
in red in the multifunction display.
X Press the abutton to save the setting.
For further information on belt adjustment,
see (Y page 51).
Switching the fold in mirrors when lock-
ing function on/off
This function is only available on vehicles with
Memory Function (Y page 120).
When you activate the Auto. fold in func-
tion, the exterior mirrors are folded in when
the vehicle is locked. When you unlock the
vehicle and then open a door, the exterior
mirrors fold out again.
X Press the =or; button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the Settings menu.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Convenience submenu.
X Press ato confirm.
X Press the :or9 button to select the
Auto. fold in function.
If the Auto. fold in function is activated,
the vehicle's exterior mirror is displayed in
red in the multifunction display.
X Press the abutton to save the setting. Menus and submenus
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Identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) X
Open the right-hand door.
You will see vehicle identification plate :.Example: vehicle identification plate
:
Vehicle identification plate
; Vehicle manufacturer (Daimle rAG)
= EU type approval number (only for certain
countries)
? VIN
A Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weigh t(kg)
B Maximum permissible mass of vehicle/
trailer combinatio n(kg)
C Maximum permissible front axle load (kg)
D Maximum permissible rea raxle load (kg)
E Paint code
i The data shown on the vehicle identifica-
tio np late is example data. This data is dif-
ferent for every vehicle, and can deviate
fro mt he data shown here. You can find the data applicable to your vehicle on the vehi-
cle's identification plate. VIN
X
Slide the right-hand front seat to its rear-
most position.
X Slightly raise front floor covering =and
fold floor covering flap :upwards.
You will see VIN ;.
The VIN can also be found on the vehicle
identification plate (Y page 371). Engine number
The engine number is stamped onto the
crankcase. You can obtain further informa-
tion from any qualified specialist workshop. Service products and capacities
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
When handling, storing and disposing of any
service products, please observe the relevant
regulations, as you could otherwise endanger
yourself and others.
Keep service products away from children.
To protect your health, do not allow service
products to come into contact with your eyes
or open wounds. See a doctor immediately if
any service product is swallowed. Service products and capacities
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