2016 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class SEDAN Panorama

GWARNING
At high speeds the raised sliding sunroof auto-
matically lowers slightly at the rear. This could
trap you or other persons. There is a risk of
injury. Make sure that nobody reaches into
the sweep of the sliding sunroof whilst the
vehicle is in motion.
If somebody becomes trapped, immediately
push the sliding sunroof switch up or pull it
back. The sliding sunroof raises at the rear.
!Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free of
snow and ice. Otherwise, malfunctions may
occur.
Do not allow anything to protrude from the
sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could be
damaged.
!The weather can change abruptly. It could
start to rain or snow. Make sure that the slid-
ing sunroof is closed when you leave the vehi-
cle. The vehicle electronics can be damaged if
water enters the vehicle interior.
!When the sliding sunroof is open, water can
get into the vehicle and cause damage. The
vehicle electronics can be damaged if water
enters the vehicle interior. Only clean the slid-
ing sunroof when it is closed.
Resonance noises can occur in addition to the
usual airflow noises when the sliding sunroof is
open. They are caused by minor pressure fluc-
tuations in the vehicle interior. Change the posi- tion of the sliding sunroof or open a side window
slightly to reduce or eliminate these noises.
Sliding sunroof reversing feature
The sliding sunroof is equipped with an auto-
matic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks
or restricts the sliding sunroof during the closing
process, the sliding sunroof opens again auto-
matically. The automatic reversing feature is
only an aid and is no substitute for your attention
when closing the sliding roof.
GWARNING
The reversing feature does not react:
Rto soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin-
gers
Rover the last 1/6 in (4 mm) of the closing
movement
Rduring resetting
Rwhen closing the sliding sunroof again man- ually immediately after automatic reversing
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 somebody becomes trapped:
Rrelease the switch immediately, or
Rpress the switch in any direction during the
automatic closing process
The closing process is stopped.
Operating the sliding sunroof
Opening and closing
:To raise
;To open
=To close/lower
XTurn the SmartKey to position 1or 2in the
ignition lock.
XPress or pull the 3switch in the corre-
sponding direction.
If you press or pull the 3switch beyond the
point of resistance, automatic operation is star-
ted in the corresponding direction. You can stop
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automatic operation by pressing or pulling
again.
If the sliding sunroof is raised at the rear, it low-
ers slightly automatically at higher speeds. The
noise level in the vehicle interior is reduced as a
result.
At low speeds it raises again automatically.
You can also temporarily deactivate automatic
lowering. To do so, press the3switch. The
sliding sunroof raises again automatically.
You can continue to operate the sliding sunroof
after switching off the engine or removing the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. This function
remains active for five minutes or until you open
a front door.
The sliding sunroof cannot be opened if a roof
carrier is installed. In order to allow ventilation
of the vehicle interior, you can raise the sliding
sunroof.
If contact is made with a roof carrier approved
by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding sunroof lowers
slightly but remains raised at the rear.
Before opening, raising or closing the sliding
sunroof, a check is carried out to see whether a valid SmartKey is in the vehicle, if:
Rthe 3 switch is pressed or pulled
and
Rthe Start/Stop button is used instead of the
SmartKey in the ignition lock
and
Rthe engine is not running
This is carried out by means of a brief radio con-
nection between the vehicle and the SmartKey.
Rain-closing feature
The raised sliding sunroof automatically lowers
at the rear when driving if it starts to rain. The
sliding sunroof is lowered depending on:
Rthe road speed and
Rthe intensity of the rain
You can manually cancel the automatic closing
procedure. Press or pull the 3switch in any
direction.
To raise the sliding sunroof again, press the
3 switch in direction :. The rain-closing
feature remains activated.
Operating the roller sunblinds for the
sliding sunroof
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Parts of the body could become trapped
between the roller sunblind and frame or slid-
ing sunroof during automatic opening or clos-
ing. There is a risk of injury.
When opening or closing, make sure that no
body parts are in the sweep of the roller sun-
blind.
If somebody becomes trapped:
Rrelease the switch immediately, or
Rduring automatic operation, push the
switch briefly in any direction
The opening or closing procedure will be stop- ped.
The roller sunblinds shield the vehicle interior
from sunlight. The front roller sunblind can only be opened and closed when the sliding sunroof
is closed.
Roller sunblind reversing feature
The roller sunblinds are equipped with an auto-
matic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks
or restricts a roller sunblind during the closing
process, the roller sunblind opens again auto-
matically. The automatic reversing feature is
only an aid and is not a substitute for your atten-
tion when closing the roller sunblinds.
GWARNING
The reversing feature does not react in par-
ticular to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small
fingers. This means that the reversing feature
cannot prevent someone being trapped in
these situations. There is a risk of injury.
When closing the roller sunblind, make sure
that no body parts are in the sweep area.
If somebody becomes trapped:
Rrelease the switch immediately, or
Rpress the switch in any direction during the
automatic closing process
The closing process is stopped.
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Opening and closing the front roller sun-
blind
The front roller sunblind can only be closed
when the sliding sunroof is closed.
XTurn the SmartKey to position1or 2in the
ignition lock.
XPress the 3switch in direction :.
The front roller sunblind opens, then the slid-
ing roof is raised.
XPull the 3switch in direction ;.
The front roller sunblind opens.
XPull the 3switch in direction =.
The front roller sunblind closes if the sliding
sunroof is closed.
If you press or pull the 3switch beyond the
point of resistance, automatic operation is star-
ted in the corresponding direction. You can stop
automatic operation by pressing or pulling
again.
Opening and closing the rear roller sun-
blind
Operating from the front
Vehicles without MAGIC SKY CONTROL: you
can operate the rear roller sunblind from the
front.
XTo open or close: press button:.
The rear roller sunblind opens or closes fully.
XTo stop: press button :again.
You must first open or close the rear roller sun-
blind fully before you can move it in the other
direction.
Operating from the rear compartment
XTo open/close manually: press or pull
switch :to the point of resistance and hold
it until the rear roller sunblind has reached the
desired position.
XTo open/close fully: press or pull switch:
beyond the point of resistance and release it.
If you press switch :again when the rear roller
sunblind is fully opened, the degree of transpar-
ency of the rear MAGIC SKY CONTROL element
changes. If you pull switch :again when the
rear roller sunblind is fully closed, the degree of transparency changes only when the roller sun-
blind is opened (
Ypage 100).
If the rear roller sunblind closes when the rear
MAGIC SKY CONTROL element is not tinted, this
tints automatically.
MAGIC SKY CONTROL
General notes
MAGIC SKY CONTROL is a panorama roof, the
transparency of which can be changed by apply- ing electrical voltage.
MAGIC SKY CONTROL can be switched between
darkened and transparent states.
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MAGIC SKY CONTROL darkens automatically
after a short period when you turn the SmartKey
to position0or remove the SmartKey.
Risk of electric shock
GDANGER
MAGIC SKY CONTROL operates using high
voltage. If the headliner is damaged or
removed, electrical components will be
exposed. If you touch these components, you
could get an electric shock. There is a risk of
fatal injury.
RNever remove the headliner.
RIf the headliner is damaged, never touch the
electrical components behind it.
RAlways have work on the MAGIC SKY CON-
TROL carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
The high-voltage components of MAGIC SKY
CONTROL are protected behind the headliner.
These are in the hidden portion of the movable
roof element of the panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel and above the left rear door.
The MAGIC SKY CONTROL voltage transformer
is stamped with a high-voltage symbol, warning
you about the high voltage. The electric cables
of the high-voltage section are color orange.
Operating MAGIC SKY CONTROL from
the front
XTurn the SmartKey to position 1or 2in the
ignition lock.
MAGIC SKY CONTROL switches to the status
it was set to before the engine was switched
off.
XTo change the degree of transparency:
press button :.
If the rear MAGIC SKY CONTROL element is in a
different state than the front element, the
degree of transparency will change only in the
front element. Both elements will then be in the
same state and any further changes will again
occur synchronously.
At sub-zero temperatures, the change is slower
and uneven. The entire process may take some time.
Operating the rear MAGIC SKY CON-
TROL element from the rear
XTo change the degree of transparency
when the roller sunblind is fully opened:
press switch :.
XTo change the degree of transparency
when the roller sunblind is fully closed:
pull switch:.
The degree of transparency will change only
after the roller sunblind is opened.
If the rear roller sunblind closes when the rear
MAGIC SKY CONTROL element is not tinted, this
tints automatically.
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Resetting the sliding sunroof and the
roller sunblind
Resetting the sliding sunroof or the
front roller sunblinds
Reset the sliding sunroof or the front roller sun-
blind if the sliding sunroof or the front roller
sunblind does not move smoothly.
XTurn the SmartKey to position 1or 2in the
ignition lock.
XPull the 3switch to the point of resistance
in the direction of arrow :until the sliding
sunroof is fully closed.
XKeep the 3switch pulled for an additional
second.
XPull the 3switch in the direction of
arrow :until the front roller sunblind is
closed.
XKeep the 3switch pulled for an additional
second.
XMake sure that the sliding sunroof and the
front roller sunblind can be fully opened
again.
XIf this is not the case, repeat the steps above
again.
Resetting the rear sunblind
XTurn the SmartKey to position 1or 2in the
ignition lock.
XPull switch :repeatedly until the rear roller
sunblind is fully closed.
XKeep switch :pulled for an additional sec-
ond.
XMake sure that the rear roller sunblind can be
opened fully again.
XIf this is not the case, repeat the steps above
again.
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Problems with the sliding sunroof
GWARNING
If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding
sunroof closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts
of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area.
If somebody becomes trapped:
Rrelease the switch immediately, or
Rpress the switch in any direction during the automatic closing process
The closing process is stopped.
!If the sliding sunroof still cannot be opened or closed as a result of a malfunction, contact a
qualified specialist workshop.
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and MSolutions
The sliding sunroof can-
not be closed and you
cannot see the cause.If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again
slightly:
XImmediately after it blocks, pull the3switch down again to the
point of resistance until the sliding sunroof is closed.
The sliding sunroof is closed with increased force.
If the sliding sunroof is obstructed again during closing and then
reopens slightly:
XImmediately after it blocks, pull the 3switch down again to the
point of resistance until the sliding sunroof is closed.
The sliding sunroof is closed without the automatic reversing fea-
ture.
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XCliphook =into groove ?.
XTo close:uncliphook =from groove ?.
XFasten hook =to the bracket on the under-
side of the trunk floor.
XFold the trunk floor down.
Roof carrier
Important safety notes
GWAR NING
When you load the roof, the center of gravity
of the veh iclerises and the driving character-
istics change. Ifyou exceed the maximum roof
load, the driving characteristics, as wellas
steering and braking, will begreatly impaired.
There isa risk of an acc ident.
Never exceed the maximum roof load and
adjust your driving style.
You willfind information on the maximum roof
load inthe "Technical data" section
(
Ypage 433).
!Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only
use roof carriers that have been tested and
approved for Mercedes-Benz veh icles. This
helps to avoid damage to the veh icle.
Position the load on the roof carrier insuch a
way that the veh icle willnot sustain damage
even when it is inmotion.
Ensure that, dependin g on the vehicle's
equipm ent, you can raise the panorama roof
wit h power tilt/ sliding panel fully and open
the trunk lidfully when the roof carrier is
installed.
!To avoid damaging or scratching the covers,
do not use metallic or hard objects to open
them.
An incorrectly secured roof carrier or roof load
may become detached from the vehicle. You
must therefore ensure that you observe the roof carrier manufacturer's installation instructions.
Vehicles with a panorama roofwith power
tilt/sliding panel: the pan
orama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel cannot be opened if a
roof carrier isinstalled. The panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel can still be raised to
allow ventilation of the vehicle interior.
If the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel makes contact with a roof carrier
approved byMercedes-Benz, the sunroof will
lower slightly but remain raised at the rear.
Attaching the roof carrier
XFold covers :upwards in the direction of the
arrow.
XOnly secure the roof carrier to the anchorage
points under covers :.
XObserve the manufacturer's installation
instructions.
Features
Cup holder
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If objects in the passenger compartment are
stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be
thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In
addition, cupholders, open stowage spaces
and mobile phone brackets cannot always
330Features
Stowage and features

Useful information
i
This Operator's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of publica-
tion of the Operator's Manual. Country-spe-
cific 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 specialist
workshops (Ypage 28).
Information regarding technical data
i
The data stated here specifically refers to a
vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the
data for all vehicle variants and trim levels.
Vehicle electronics
Retrofitting two-way radios and
mobile phones (RF transmitters)
GWARNING
The electromagnetic radiation from modified
or incorrectly retrofitted RF-transmitters can
interfere with the vehicle electronics. This can compromise the operational safety of the
vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
You should have all work to electrical and
electronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
GWARNING
The electromagnetic radiation from incor-
rectly operated RF transmitters can interfere
with the vehicle electronics, for example:
Rif the RF transmitter is not connected with
an exterior antenna
Rthe exterior antenna has been installed
incorrectly or is not a low-reflection type
This can compromise the operational safety
of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Have the low-reflection exterior antenna
mounted at a qualified specialist workshop.
When operating RF transmitters in the vehi-
cle, always connect them with the low-reflec- tion exterior antenna.
!The operating permit may be invalidated if
the instructions for installation and use of RF
transmitters are not observed.
In particular, the following conditions must be complied with:
Ronly approved wavebands may be used.
Rcompliance with the maximum permissibleoutput in these wavebands is required.
Ronly approved antenna positions may be
used.
Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation
may cause damage to your health and the health
of others. Using an exterior antenna takes into
account current scientific discussions relating
to the possible health hazards that may result
from electromagnetic fields.
Approved antenna positions (example:
Mercedes‑ Maybach)
:
Front roof area
;Rear roof area
=Rear fender
?Trunk lid
iOn vehicles with panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel, installing an antenna to the
front or rear roof area is not permitted.
On the rear fenders, it is recommended to
position the antenna on the side of the vehicle
closest to the center of the road.
Use the Technical Specification ISO/TS 21609
when retrofitting RF transmitters (Road Vehicles
- EMC guidelines for installation of aftermarket
Vehicle electronics425
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