Opening
XRemove cargo compartment cover (Y page 256).
X Fold the rear seat backrest forwards(Y page 252).
X Take the mechanical key out of the Smart-
Key ( Ypage 72).
X Insert mechanical key ;into the opening
in paneling :.
X Turn mechanical key ;90° clockwise.
X Push mechanical key ;in the direction of
the arrow and open the tailgate.
X Insert mechanical key into the SmartKey(Y page 73).
Side windows
Important safety notes
GWARNING
While opening the side windows, body parts
could become trapped between the side win-
dow and the door frame as the side window
moves. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that nobody touches the side win-
dow during the opening procedure. If some-
body becomes trapped, release the switch or pull the switch to close the side window again.
GWARNING
While closing the side windows, body parts inthe closing area could become trapped. There is a risk of injury.
When closing make sure that no parts of the
body are in the closing area. If somebody
becomes trapped, release the switch or pressthe switch to open the side window again.
GWARNING
If children operate the side windows they
could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury.
Activate the override feature for the rear side
windows. When leaving the vehicle, always
take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehi-
cle. Never leave children unsupervised in thevehicle.
Side window reversing feature
The side windows are equipped with an auto- matic reversing feature. If a solid object
blocks or restricts a side window from trav-
eling upwards during the automatic closing
process, the side window opens again auto-
matically. During the manual closing process,
the side window only opens again automati-
cally after the corresponding switch is
released. The automatic reversing feature is
only an aid and is no substitute for your atten- tion when closing a side window.
GWARNING
The reversing feature does not react:
R to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin-
gers
R while resetting
This means that the reversing feature cannot
prevent someone being trapped in these sit-
uations. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that no body parts are in close
proximity during the closing procedure. If
someone becomes trapped, press the switch
to open the side window again.
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Opening and closing
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Air-conditioning system control panel
:Sets the temperature (Ypage 126)
;Defrosts the windshield ( Ypage 128)
=Sets the air distribution ( Ypage 127)
?Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( Ypage 130)
ASets the airflow ( Ypage 127)
BSwitches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( Ypage 124)
CSwitches the rear window defroster on/off ( Ypage 129)
Notes on using the air-conditioning
system
Air-conditioning system
Below, you can find a number of notes and
recommendations to help you use the air-
conditioning system optimally.
R Switch on the air-conditioning system by
turning control knob Aclockwise to the
desired position (except position 0).
R Set the temperature to 22 †.
R Recommendation for avoiding misted
windows at low exterior temperatures
or in rain: switch on the ¿cooling with
dehumidification function ( Ypage 124).
Set air distribution to ¯and if possible
switch off PandO (Y page 127).
Deactivate air-recirculation mode e
( Y page 130). Set airflow control
Ato a setting between
3 and 6(Y page 127).
R Recommendation for rapid cooling or
heating of the vehicle interior: briefly set
airflow control Ato a setting between 3
and 6(Y page 127).
R Recommendation for a constant vehi-
cle interior temperature: set airflow con-
trol Ato a setting between 1and 3
( Y page 127).
R Recommendation for air distribution in
winter: select the Oand¯ settings
( Y page 127).
Recommendation for air distribution in
summer: select the PorP and
¯ settings ( Ypage 127).
R Only use the "Windshield defrosting" func-
tion briefly until the windshield is clear
again.
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Climate cont rol
RUse 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 deac- tivated with the ignition switched off.
R If you change the settings of the climate
control system, the climate status display
appears for approximately three seconds
at the bottom of the screen in the Audio/
COMAND display (see separate operating
instructions). You will see the current set-
tings of the various climate control func-tions.
ECO start/stop function
During automatic engine switch-off, the cli-
mate control system only operates at a
reduced capacity. If you require the full cli-
mate control output, you can switch off the
ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO
button ( Ypage 140).
Operating the climate control sys- tems
Switching climate control on/off
General notes
When the climate control is switched off, the air supply and air circulation are also
switched off. The windows could fog up.
Therefore, switch off climate control onlybriefly
Air-conditioning system
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X To switch on: turn controlAclockwise to
the desired position (except position 0)
( Y page 121).
X To switch off: turn controlAcounter-
clockwise to position 0(Y page 121).
Dual-zone automatic climate control
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X To activate: press theÃbutton.
The indicator lamp in the Ãbutton lights
up. Airflow and air distribution are set to
automatic mode.
or
X Press the ^button.
The indicator lamp in the ^button goes
out. The previously selected settings arerestored.
X To deactivate: press the^button.
The indicator lamp in the ^button lights
up.
iDual-zone automatic climate control:
switch on climate control primarily using the à button.
Activating/deactivating cooling with
air dehumidification
General notes
If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu-
midification" function, the air inside the vehi- cle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehi-cle will also not be dehumidified. The win-
dows can fog up more quickly. Therefore, only
deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidifi-
cation" function briefly.
The "Cooling with air dehumidification" func-
tion is only available when the engine is run-
ning. The air inside the vehicle is cooled and
dehumidified according to the temperatureselected.
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 malfunc- tion.
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Climate control
Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function
ProblemPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
The indicator lamp in the¿ button
flashes three times or
remains off. The "Cool-
ing with air dehumidifi-
cation" function cannot
be switched on.Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a
malfunction.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Setting climate control to automatic
General notes
The automatic function is only available in
conjunction with dual-zone automatic climate
control.
In automatic mode, the set temperature is
maintained automatically at a constant level. The system automatically regulates the tem-
perature of the dispensed air, the airflow and
the air distribution.
The automatic mode functions optimally
when the "Cooling with air dehumidification"
function is activated. If necessary, cooling
with air dehumidification can be deactivated.
If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu-
midification" function, the air inside the vehi-
cle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehi- cle will also not be dehumidified. The win-
dows can fog up more quickly. Therefore, only deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidifi-
cation" function briefly.
Setting climate control to automatic
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X Set the desired temperature.
X To activate: press theÃbutton.
The indicator lamp in the Ãbutton lights
up. Automatic air distribution and airflow
are activated. X
To switch to manual mode: press the
É orË button.
or X Press the KorI button.
The indicator lamp in the Ãbutton goes
out. Automatic air distribution and airflow
are deactivated.
Setting the temperature
Air-conditioning system
You can set the temperature for the entire
vehicle. The set temperature is automatically maintained at a constant level.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X To increase/reduce: turn control:
clockwise or counter-clockwise( Y page 121). Only change the temperature
setting in small increments. Start at 22 †.
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Different temperatures can be set for the
driver's and front-passenger sides. The set
temperature is automatically maintained at a
constant level.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X To increase/reduce: turn thumbwheel:
or E to the left or right ( Ypage 123). Only
126Operating the climate control systems
Climate control
change the temperature setting in small
increments. Start at 22 †.
Setting the air distribution
Air-conditioning system
Air distribution settings ¯ Directs air through the defroster vents
P Directs air through the center and side
air vents
O Directs air through the footwell air vents
iYou can also activate several air distribu-
tion settings simultaneously. To do this,
press multiple air distribution buttons. The air is then directed through various vents.
iRegardless of the air distribution setting,
airflow is always directed through the side
air vents. The side air vents can only be
closed if the adjusters are turned clockwise until they engage.
Setting the air distribution X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X Press one or more of the P,O ,¯
buttons.
The corresponding indicator lamp lights up briefly.
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Air distribution settings ¯ Directs air through the defroster vents
P Directs air through the center and side
air vents
O Directs air through the footwell air vents
S Directs air through the center, side and
footwell vents
b Directs air through the defroster, cen-
ter and side air vents a
Directs air through the defroster and
footwell vents
_ Directs air through the defroster, cen-
ter, side and footwell vents
iRegardless of the air distribution setting,
airflow is always directed through the side
air vents. The side air vents can only be
closed if the adjusters are turned clockwise until they engage.
Setting the air distribution
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X Press the ÉorË button repeatedly
until the desired symbol appears in the dis- play.
Setting the airflow
Air-conditioning system
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X To increase/reduce: turn controlA
clockwise or counter-clockwise ( Y page 121).
Dual-zone automatic climate control
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X To increase/reduce: press theKor
I button.
Switching the ZONE function on/off
This function is only available with dual-zone
automatic climate control. X
To activate: press theábutton.
The indicator lamp in the ábutton lights
up.
The temperature setting for the driver's
side is not adopted for the front-passenger
side.
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Climate control
XTo deactivate: press theábutton.
The indicator lamp in the ábutton goes
out.
The temperature setting for the driver's
side is adopted for the front-passenger
side.
Defrosting the windshield
General notes
You can use this function to defrost the wind-
shield or to defrost the inside of the wind-
shield and the side windows.
iYou should only select the "Windshield
defrosting" function until the windshield is
clear again.
Activating/deactivating the defrosting
function for the windshield
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2in the igni-
tion lock ( Ypage 135).
X To activate: press the¬button.
The indicator lamp in the ¬button lights
up.
The climate control system switches to the
following functions:
R high airflow
R high temperature
R air distribution to the windshield and
front side windows
R air-recirculation mode off
iThe "Windshield defrosting" function
automatically sets the blower output to the optimum defrosting effect. As a result, the
airflow may increase or decrease automat-
ically after the ¬button is pressed.
iYou can adjust the blower output man-
ually while the "Windshield defrosting"
function is in operation: R
Air-conditioning system: turn airflow
control Acounter-clockwise or clock-
wise ( Ypage 121).
R Dual-zone automatic climate control:
press the óorô button.
X To deactivate: press the¬button.
The indicator lamp in the ¬button goes
out. The previously selected settings are
restored. Air-recirculation mode remains
deactivated.
or
X Dual-zone climate control: press the Ã
button.
The indicator lamp in the ¬button goes
out. Airflow and air distribution are set to
automatic mode.
or
X Air-conditioning system: turn temperature
control :counter-clockwise or clockwise
( Y page 121).
Dual-zone automatic climate control: turn
temperature control :orE counter-
clockwise or clockwise ( Ypage 123).
Defrosting the windows
Windows fogged up on the inside
Air-conditioning system
X Activate the ¿"Cooling with air dehu-
midification" function.
X If the windows continue to fog up, activate
the ¬ "Windshield defrosting" function.
iYou should only select this setting until
the windshield is clear again.
Dual-zone automatic climate control
X Activate the ¿"Cooling with air dehu-
midification" function.
X Activate automatic mode Ã.
X If the windows continue to fog up, activate
the ¬ "Windshield defrosting" function.
iYou should only select this setting until
the windshield is clear again.
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Climate control
Switching on/off
XTurn the key to position 0in the ignition
lock or remove it ( Ypage 135).
X To activate: press theÌbutton.
The indicator lamp in the Ìbutton lights
up.
X To deactivate: press theÌbutton.
The indicator lamp in the Ìbutton goes
out.
iResidual heat is deactivated automati-
cally:
R after approximately 30 minutes
R when the ignition is switched on
R if the battery voltage drops
Air vents
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air
vents. This could result in burns or frostbite in the immediate vicinity of the air vents. There
is a risk of injury.
Make sure that all vehicle occupants always
maintain a sufficient distance to the air out-
lets. If necessary, redirect the airflow to
another area of the vehicle interior.
In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air
through the air vents into the vehicle interior,
please observe the following notes:
R keep the air inlet between the windshield
and the hood free of blockages, such as ice,
snow or leaves.
R never cover the air vents or air intake grilles
in the vehicle interior.
iYou can move the adjusters for the air
vents vertically or horizontally to set the
direction of the airflow.
iFor optimal climate control in the vehicle,
open the air vents completely and set the
adjusters to the central position.
Setting the center air vents
X To open the center air vents: turn the
adjuster in one of center air vents :coun-
ter-clockwise.
X To close the center air vent: turn the
adjuster in one of center air vents :clock-
wise as far as it will go.
Setting the side air vents
:Side window defroster vent
;Side air vent
X To open a side air vent: turn the adjuster
in side air vent ;to the left.
X To close a side air vent: turn the adjuster
in side air vent ;clockwise as far as it will
go.
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Climate control
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Useful information
iThis Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional equip- ment 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.
iRead the information on qualified special-
ist workshops ( Ypage 24).
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you operate information systems and com-
munication equipment integrated in the vehi-
cle while driving, you will be distracted from
traffic conditions. You could also lose controlof the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only operate the equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that this
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
to traffic conditions and operate the equip-
ment when the vehicle is stationary.
You must observe the legal requirements for
the country in which you are currently driving when operating the on-board computer.
GWARNING
If the instrument cluster has failed or mal-
functioned, you may not recognize function
restrictions in systems relevant to safety. The operating safety of your vehicle may be
impaired. There is a risk of an accident.
Drive on carefully. Have the vehicle checked
at a qualified specialist workshop immedi-ately.
The on-board computer only shows messages
or warnings from certain systems in the mul- tifunction display. You should therefore make sure your vehicle is operating safely at all
times.
If the operating safety of your vehicle is
impaired, pull over as soon as it is safe to do
so. Contact a qualified specialist workshop.
For an overview, see the instrument panel
illustration (
Ypage 29).
Displays and operation
Instrument cluster lighting
The light sensor in the instrument cluster
automatically controls the brightness of the
multifunction display. In daylight, the displays
in the instrument cluster are not illuminated.
The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the
displays and the controls in the vehicle inte-
rior can be adjusted using the brightness con- trol knob.
The brightness control knob is located on the
bottom left of the instrument cluster ( Y page 29).
X Turn the brightness control knob clockwise
or counter-clockwise.
If the light switch is set to Ã,T or
L , the brightness is dependent upon
the brightness of the ambient light.
Coolant temperature display
GWARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
!A display message is shown if the coolant
temperature is too high.
192Displays and operation
On-board computer and displays