2013 MERCEDES-BENZ R-CLASS FAMILY TOURER window

when you store the settin
gwith the memory
function (Y page 116).
Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is
triggered in an accident, the steering column
will move upwards when the driver's door is
opened. This occurs irrespective of the
position of the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
This makes it easier to exit the vehicle and
rescue the occupants.
The crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is
only operational if the EASY-EXIT/ENTRY
feature is activated in the on-board computer
(Y
page 210). Mirrors
Rear-view mirror
X
Anti-glare mode: flick anti-glare lever :
forwards or back. Exterior mirrors
Adjusting the exterior mirrors G
WARNING
The exterior mirrors reduce the size of the
image. Objects are actually closer than they
appear. You could misjudge the distance from
vehicles driving behind and cause an
accident, e.g. when changing lane. For this
reason, make sure of the actual distance from the vehicle driving behind by glancing over
your shoulder.
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position
1or 2in the ignition lock.
X Press button :for the left-hand exterior
mirror or button ;for the right-hand
exterior mirror.
The indicator lamp in the corresponding
button lights up in red.
The indicator lamp goes out again after
some time. You can adjust the selected
mirror using adjustment button =as long
as the indicator lamp is lit.
X Press adjustmen tbutton =up, down, or
to the left or right until you have adjusted
the exterior mirror to the correct position.
You should have a good overview of traffic
conditions.
The convex exterio rmirrors provide a larger
field of vision.
The exterior mirrors are heated automatically
if the rear window defroster is switched on
and the outside temperature is low. 114
MirrorsSeats, steering wheel and mirrors

Switching the rear window wiper on/
off
Combination switch
:
è Rear window wiper switch
2 ô To wipe with washer fluid
3 ITo switch on intermittent wiping
4 0To switch off intermittent wiping
5 ô To wipe with washer fluid
X Turn the SmartKey to position 1or 2in the
ignition lock (Y page 149).
X Turn switch :on the combination switch
to the corresponding position.
When the rear window wiper is switched on,
the icon appears in the instrumen tcluster. Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notes G
WARNING
For safety reasons, switch off the windshield
wipers and remove the SmartKey from the
ignition lock before changing the wiper blades
(vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: make sure that
the on-board electronics are in state 0).
Otherwise, the wiper motor could be switched
on suddenly and cause injury.
! Neve ropen the hood if a windshield wiper
arm has been folded away from the
windshield.
Never fold a windshield wiper arm without
a wiper blade back onto the windshield/
rear window. Hold the windshield wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release
the windshield wiper arm without a wiper
blade and it falls onto the windshield, the
windshield may be damaged by the force of
the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the wiper blades changed at
aqualified
specialist workshop.
! To avoid damaging the wiper blades,
make sure that you touch only the wiper
arm of the wiper.
Changing the windshield wiper blades Removing the wiper blades
X
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
X Fold the wiper arm away from the
windshield. X
Press both release clips ;.
X Fold wiper blade :in the direction of
arrow =away from wiper arm ?.
X Remove wiper blade :in the direction of
arrow A. Windshiel
dwipers
131Lights and windshield wipers Z

Installing the wiper blades
X
Positio nnew wiper blade :with
recess Bon lug A.
X Fold wiper blade :in the direction of
arrow =onto the wiper arm, until retaining
clips ;engage in bracket ?.
X Make sure that wiper blade :is seated
correctly.
X Fold the wiper arm back onto the
windshield.
Replacing the rear window wiper blade Removing the wiper blade
G
WARNING
The wiper arm could be set in motion and
injure you if the wiper is switched on.
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
before replacing the wiper blade. X
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
X Fold wiper arm :away from the rear
window until it engages.
X Position wiper blade ;at a right angle to
wiper arm :.
X Hold wiper arm :and press wiper
blade ;in the direction of the arrow until
it releases.
X Remove wiper blade ;.
Installing the wiper blade
X Place new wiper blade ;onto wiper
arm :.
X Hold wiper arm :and press wiper
blade ;in the opposite direction to the
arrow until it engages.
X Make sure that wiper blade ;is seated
correctly.
X Position wiper blade ;parallel to wiper
arm :.
X Fold wiper arm :back onto the rear
window. Problems with the windshield wipers
The windshield wipers are obstructed X
For safety reasons, you should remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
or
X Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop
button and open the driver's door.
X Remove the cause of the obstruction.
X Switch the windshield wipers back on.
The windshield wipers are inoperative The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.
X
Select another wiper speed on the
combination switch.
X Have the windshield wipers checked at a
qualified specialist workshop. 132
Windshield wipersLights and windshield wipers

Useful information
i This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's
Manual. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features
described. This also applies to safety-
related systems and functions.
i Read the information on qualified
specialist workshops: (Y page 24).Overview of climate control systems
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Observe the settings recommended on the
following pages. The windows could
otherwise fog up. This could preven tyou from
observing the traffic conditions, thereby
causing an accident. G
WARNING
Severe conditions (e.g. strong air pollution)
may require replacement of the filter before
its scheduled replacement interval. Aclogged
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 a qualified specialist workshop.
Climate control regulates the temperature
and the humidity in the vehicle interior and
filters undesirable substances out of the air.
Climate control is only operational when the
engine is running. The system only works
optimally when the side windows and the roof
are closed.
The residual heat function can only be
activated or deactivated with the ignition
switched off (Y page 143). 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 filter out most
particles of dust, and completely filters out
pollen .Aclogged 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 Maintenance Booklet.
Since the replacement interval depends on
environmental conditions, e.g. heavy air
pollution, the interval may be shorter than
stated in the Maintenance Booklet. 134
Overview of climate control systemsClimate control

Control panel for dual-zone climate control
:
Sets the temperature, left (Y page 140)
; Sets climate control to automatic (Y page 139)
= Defrosts the windshield (Y page 142)
? Increases the airflow (Y page 141)
A Directs the airflow throug hthe defroster vents (Y page 141)
B Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off(Y page 138)
C Sets the temperature, right (Y page 140)
D Switches rear-compartment climate control on/off (Y page 137)
E Directs the airflow through the center and side air vents (Y page 141)
F Directs the airflow to the footwells and side air vents (Y page 141)
G Displays the airflow level
H Reduces the airflow (Y page 141)
I Switches the rear window defroster on/off(Y page 142)
J Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode(Y page 143)
K Interior temperature sensor
L Switches climate control on/off (Y page 137)Information about using automatic
climate control
The following contains notes and
recommendations on optimum use of
automatic climate control.
R Activate climate control using the Ãand
Á buttons. The indicator lamps above
the à andÁ buttons light up.
R Set the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).
R Only use the "defrosting" function briefly
until the windshield is clear again.
R 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, since no fresh air is drawn
into the vehicle in air-recirculation mode.
R Use the MONO function to adopt the
temperature settings on the driver's side
for the front-passenger side as well. The
indicator lamp above the ºbutton goes
out. Overview of climate control systems
135Climate control Z

Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control
USA only
Fron tcontrol panel
: Sets the temperature, left (Y page 140)
; Sets climate control to automatic (Y page 139)
= Defrosts the windshield (Y page 142)
? Increases the airflow (Y page 141)
A Directs the airflow through the defroster vents (Y page 141)
B Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidificatio n(Ypage 138)
Activates/deactivates the residual heat function (Y page 143)
C Sets the temperature, right (Y page 140)
D Switches rear-compartment climate control on/off (Y page 137)
E Directs the airflow through the center and side air vents (Y page 141)
F Directs the airflow to the footwell and side air vents (Y page 141)
G Displays the airflow level
H Reduces the airflow ( Ypage 141)
I Switches the rear window defroster on/off (Y page 142)
J Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode (Y page 143)
K Interior temperature sensor
L Switches climate control on/off (Y page 137)
Rear control panel
M Increases the airflow (Y page 141)
N Sets the temperature (Y page 140)136
Overview of climate control systemsClimate control

O
Sets rear-compartment climate control to automatic ( Ypage 139)
P Directs the airflow through the rear air vents (Y page 141)
Q Directs the airflow through the footwell vents (Y page 141)
R Switches rear-compartment climate control on/off (Y page 137)
S Reduces the airflow (Y page 141)Information about using 3-zone
automatic climate control
The following contains instructions and
recommendations to enable you to get the
most out of your automatic climate control.
R Activate climate control using the Ãand
Á buttons. The indicator lamps above
the à andÁ buttons light up.
R Set the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).
R Only use the "defrosting" functio nbriefly
until the windshield is clea ragain.
R 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, since no fresh air is drawn
into the vehicle in air-recirculation mode.
R Use the MONO function if you want to
adopt the temperature and air distribution
settings from the driver's side for all
climate zones. The indicator lamp in the
º button lights up.
R 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. Operating the climate control
systems
Activating/deactivating climate
control
Points to observe before use G
WARNING
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 Switch on climate control primarily using
the à button(Y page 139).
Switching the front climate control on/
off using the front control panel X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock.
X To switch on: press theÃbutton.
The indicator lamp in the Ãbutton lights
up. Airflow and air distribution are set to
automatic mode.
or
X Press button ^.
The indicator lamp in the ^button goes
out. The previously selected settings are
restored.
X To switch off: press the^button.
The indicator lamp in the ^button lights
up. Operating the climate control systems
137Climate control Z

Switching the rear-compartment
climate control on/off using the front
control panel
Climate control
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock.
X To switch on/off: press the^button.
The indicator lamp in the ^button lights
up or goes out.
X To activate/deactivate: press the±
button.
The indicator lamp in the ±button lights
up or goes out.
3-zone automatic climate control
USA only:
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock.
X To activate/deactivate: press the±
button .
The indicator lamp in the ±button lights
up or goes out.
3-zone automatic climate control
Canada only:
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock.
X To switch on: press theYbutton.
ON and
MODE appear in the 3-zone
automatic climate control display behind
the Y symbol. The MODE display goes
out after three seconds. The display
switches back to the standard display.
X To switch off: press theYbutton.
MODE appears in the display behind the
Y symbol.
X Press the ^button.
OFF appears in the display behind the
Y symbol. Switching the rear-compartment
climate control on/off using the rear
control panel 3-zone automatic climate control
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the
ignition lock.
X Switch on automatic climate control using
the front control panel.
X To switch on: press theÃbutton.
The indicator lamp in the Ãbutton lights
up.
X To switch off: press the^button.
The indicator lamp in the ^button lights
up. Activating/deactivating cooling with
air dehumidification
Points to observe before use G
WARNING
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. This may prevent you from
observing the traffic conditions, thereby
causing an accident.
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.
Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when it is in cooling mode. This is
normal and not a sign that there is a
malfunction.
i The cooling with air dehumidification
function uses refrigerant R134a. This
coolant does not contain
chlorofluorocarbons, and therefore does
not damage the ozone layer. 138
Operating the climate control systemsClimate control