i
The Destination Download function is
available if the corresponding mobile
phone network is available and data
transfer is possible.
i You can only use the Destination
Download function if the vehicle is
equipped with a navigation system.
Route Assistance
This service is part of the mbrace PLUS
Package and cannot be purchased
separately.
i You can also use the Route Assistance
function if your vehicle is not equipped with
a navigation system.
Within the framework of this service, you
receive a professional and reliable form of
navigation support without having to leave
your vehicle.
The customer service representative finds a
suitable route depending on your vehicle's
curren tposition and the desired destination.
You will then be guided live through the
current route section.
Search &Send "Search & Send" is a destination entry
service. You can find further information on
"Search
&Send" in the separate COMAND
operating instructions.
Vehicle remote opening You can use the vehicle remote opening if you
have unintentionally locked your vehicle and
a replacemen
tSmartKey is not available.T he
vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance center.
The vehicle can be opened remotely up to four
days after the ignition was last switched off.
X Contact the following service hotlines:
R
USA: Mercedes-BenzC ustomer
Assistance center at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372
)or 1-888-990-9007
R Canada: Customer Service at
1-888-923-8367
You will be asked for your password.
X Return to your vehicle at the time agreed
upon with the Mercedes-Benz Customer
Assistance Center.
X Pull on the tailgate handle for at least
20 seconds until the indicator lamp in the
SOS button (Y page 272) flashes.
The Connecting Call message appears
on the multifunction display.
USA only: alternatively, the vehicle can be
opened via:
R the Internet, under the "Owners Online"
section
R the telephone application (e.g. iPhone ®
,
Blackberry)
To do this, you will need your identification
number and password.
i Vehicle remote opening is only possible if
the corresponding mobile phone network
is accessible.
The SOS button flashes and the Call Connected message appears in the
multifunction display to confirm that the
command for vehicle remote opening has
been received.
If the tailgate handle is pulled for longer
than 20 seconds before authorization has
been received, you must wait for
15 minutes. Only then can you pull the
tailgate handle once again. 276
FeaturesStowage and features
Have the battery charge level checked more
frequently if you use the vehicle mainly for
shor
ttrips or if you leave it standing idle for
a lengthy period. Consult a qualified specialist
workshop if you wish to leave yourv ehicle
parked up for a long period of time.
i Remove the SmartKey if you park the
vehicle and do not require any electrical
consumers. The vehicle will then use very
little energy, thus conserving battery
power.
i If the power supply has been interrupted,
e.g. if you reconnectt he battery, you will
have to:
R set the clock (Y page 207)
On vehicles with COMAND and a
navigation system, the clock is set
automatically.
R reset the sliding sunroof (Y page 95)
R reset the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel (Y page 96)
R reset the function for automatically
folding the exterior mirrors in/out by
folding the mirrors out once
(Y page 115)
R reset the side windows, see (Y page 92).Charging the battery
G
WARNING
Never charge a battery still installed in the
vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved
by Mercedes-Ben zis being used. Gases may
escape during charging and cause explosions
that may result in paint damage, corrosion or
personal injury.
Ab attery charge runit specially adapted for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an
accessory. It permits the charging of the
battery in its installed position. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further
informatio nand availability. Charge the battery in accordance with the
separate instructions for the battery charger.
G
WARNING
There is a ris kofacid burns during the
charging process due to the gases which
escape from the battery .Do not lean over the
battery during the charging process. G
WARNING
Battery acid is caustic. Avoid contact with the
skin, eyes or clothing.
! Only use battery chargers with a
maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V.
! Only charge the battery using the jump-
starting connection point.
The jump-starting connection point is in the
engine compartment (Y page 304).
Read the battery charger's operating
instructions before charging the battery.
X Open the hood (Y page 284).
X Connect the battery charger to the positive
terminal and ground point in the same
order as when connecting the donor
battery in the jump-starting procedure
(Y page 304). Battery (vehicle)
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