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When reverse gear is engaged, the cornering light on both sides of the vehicle switches on
to provide better illumination of the area when manoeuvring.
Switching the fog lights on and off
•Switching on the front fog lights : Pull the light switch ⇒ Fig. 97 out to the first stopper.
The indicator lamp in the light switch lights up green.
•Switching on the rear fog lights : pull the light switch all the way out. The indicator lamp
in the instrument cluster lights up yellow.
•To switch the fog lights off, press in the light switch or move it to position .
If the automatic headlights are switched on and the front or rear fog lights are
switched on, the dipped beam headlights will also be switched on irrespective of the current light
conditions outside.
In vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket: the vehicle's rear fog lights are switched off
automatically if a trailer with rear fog lights is electrically connected to the vehicle ⇒ Trailer towing.
Light functions
Side lights
If the light switch is in position both headlights light up with side lights together with parts of
the tail light clusters, number plate lighting and the buttons in the centre console and the dash
panel. The daytime running lights also switch on when the ignition is switched on.
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light on both sides of the vehicle switches on automatically after ten minutes to reduce 12-volt
vehicle battery discharge ⇒ Switching the parking lights on and off.
Automatic headlights
When the light switch is in position , the vehicle lighting and the instrument and switch
lighting will switch on and off automatically depending on the light conditions. When the lights are
switched on, the indicator lamp in the light switch lights up yellow.
The automatic headlight control function is merely an aid and will not always be able to detect all
driving situations.
In vehicles with a corresponding equipment level, the switch-on time for automatic headlight control
can be adjusted in the Infotainment system in the Vehicle settings menu ⇒ Operation and 
display in the Infotainment system.
Cornering light
When cornering slowly or travelling around very tight bends, a static cornering light is switched on
automatically.
Accidents and serious injuries can occur if roads are not sufficiently illuminated and other
road users have difficulty seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all.
•The light assist functions are designed to provide assistance only. The driver is
responsible for making sure that the vehicle lights are switched on correctly.
•Always switch the dipped beam headlights on if it is dark, raining or visibility is poor.
WARNING
The side lights or daytime running lights are not bright enough to illuminate the road
ahead and to ensure that other road users are able to see you.
•Always switch the dipped beam headlights on if it is dark, raining or visibility is poor.
•The rear lights will not be switched on with the daytime running lights. If the rear lights
are not switched on, the vehicle may not be visible to other road users if it is dark,
raining, or if visibility is poor.
WARNING
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off only when there is a change to the level of brightness.
•Switch on the dipped beam headlights manually if this is necessary due to particular
weather conditions, e.g. fog.
WARNING

Switching on the Coming Home function
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•Switch off the ignition.
•Operate the headlight flasher for approximately one second.
The Coming Home lighting is switched on when the driver door is opened. The switch-off delay
starts when the last vehicle door or the boot lid has been closed.
Switching on the Coming Home function
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•Switch off the ignition.
The Coming Home lighting is switched on when the light switch is in position and the
rain/light sensor detects that it is dark.
The switch-off delay starts when the last vehicle door or the boot lid has been closed.
Switching off the Coming home function
•Automatically after the set switch-off delay has elapsed.
•OR: automatically if a vehicle door or the boot lid is still open approximately 30 seconds after
switching on.
•OR: turn light switch to position .
•OR: switch on the ignition.
Switching on the Leaving home function
•Unlock the vehicle when the light switch is in position and the rain/light sensor detects
that it is dark.
Switching off the Leaving home function
•Automatically after the switch-off delay.
•OR: lock the vehicle.
•OR: turn light switch to position .
•OR: switch on the ignition.
Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and
therefore change automatically when the user account changes ⇒ Personalisation.
Headlights
Headlight range control
Fig. 100 Next to steering wheel: headlight range control ①.
Headlight range control can be used to adjust the light cone in the dipped beam to the vehicle load
level. This gives the driver the best visibility possible and means that oncoming traffic will not be
dazzled ⇒.
Depending on the equipment in the vehicle, the headlight range can be adjusted with the control
⇒ Fig. 100 or in the Vehicle settings⇒ Operation and display in the Infotainment system
menu in the Infotainment system.
•Turn the control ⇒ Fig. 100① or the slide control in the Infotainment system to the necessary
position (example of the vehicle's load levelyf:
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No blower speed is displayed in the rotary control when Climatronic is in automatic mode.
– Air recirculation mode
•Press the button.
Air distribution
– air distribution to the upper body via the vents in the dash panel.
– air distribution to footwell.
– air distribution to the upper body and the footwell.
– air distribution to the windscreen and the footwell.
– air distribution to the windscreen.
| – Defrost function
•m/k/a995MK Manual air conditioning system: turn the right rotary control to position
⇒ Fig. 109.
•m/k/a995MK Climatronic: press the button ⇒ Fig. 110.
m/k/a995MKManual air conditioning system: in the defrost function, the air recirculation
mode switches off and the air conditioning compressor for the cooling system switches on in order
to dehumidify the air. When the defrost function is switched on, it is not possible to switch the air
recirculation mode on or the air conditioning compressor off.
m/k/a995MK Climatronic: the air is dehumidified and the blower is set to a high speed.
– Windscreen heating
•Press the button.
•Touch the function button in the air conditioning menu to switch the windscreen heating
on and off when the engine is running ⇒ Windscreen heating.
The windscreen heating will switch off after a few minutes.
– Rear window heating
•Press the button to switch the rear window heating on or off while the engine is running.
The rear window heating will switch off after a maximum of 10 minutes.
In some countries, the air conditioner compressor can be switched off.
Operating the Climatronic system via the Infotainment system
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Opening the Air conditioning menu
•Press the button on the control panel.
Display of air conditioning settings
The upper area of the screen shows the current air conditioning settings.
The air conditioning system operating conditions are highlighted in colour:
•Blue: cooling.
•Red: heating.
Adjusting settings
– Switches Climatronic on and off.
– Applies temperature settings of driver's seat to all seats.
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To prevent damage to the rear window heating system, do not put stickers over the heating
elements on the inside of the window.
NOTICE
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The seat cushions and backrests can be heated electrically when the ignition is switched on.
Operating the seat heating
•Press the button or in the control panel in order to switch the seat heating to
the highest setting.
•Press the or button until the desired setting is reached.
•To switch the seat heating off, press the button or repeatedly until the LEDs go
out.
If the ignition is turned on again within around 10 minutes, the most recent driver seat temperature
setting is automatically activated.
When is it not advisable to switch on the seat heating?
Do not switch on the seat heating if one of the following conditions applies:
•The seat is not occupied.
•The seat is fitted with a protective cover.
•A child seat is installed on the seat.
•The seat cushion is damp or wet.
•The temperature in the vehicle interior or the outside temperature is above +25°C (77°Fyf.
To save fuel, only switch on the seat heating for as long as necessary.
Steering wheel heating
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The steering wheel heating works when the engine is running.
Switching steering wheel heating on and off automatically via the
Infotainment system
•m/k/a995MKManual air conditioning system: press the button on the
Infotainment system and touch the Vehicle and function buttons.
•m/k/a995MKClimatronic: press the button on the control panel.
•Touch the function button to switch the steering wheel heating on and off.
Switching the steering wheel heating on or off together with the seat
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•Press the button on the control panel.
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legs when using the seat heating. These burns may take a long time to heal or may never
heal fully. Please consult a doctor if you have questions about your own state of health.
•Anyone experiencing reduced sensitivity to pain or temperature should never use the
seat heating.
WARNING
Wet upholstery can cause a fault in the seat heating and increase the risk of burns.
•Ensure that the seat cushion is dry before the seat heating is used.
•Do not sit on the seat when wearing damp or wet clothing.
•Do not set any damp or wet objects or items of clothing on the seat.
•Do not spill any liquids on the seat.
WARNING
•To avoid damaging the heating elements, do not kneel on the seat or apply sharp
pressure at a single point on the seat cushion and backrest.
•Liquids, sharp objects and insulating materials, such as a protective cover or child
seat, may damage the seat heating.
•If the system starts to produce an odour, switch off the seat heating immediately and
have it checked by a qualified workshop.
NOTICE

•Touch the function button.
•Touch the Steering wheel & seat heating linked function button to pair the steering
wheel heating with the seat heating.
•Press the button to switch the steering wheel heating on or off with the seat heating.
Selecting a temperature setting (only in vehicles with Climatronicyf
•Press the button on the control panel.
•Touch the function button.
•Touch the Setting function button to select a temperature setting.
Three temperature settings are available. The selected setting is saved when the ignition is
switched off. The temperature setting for the steering wheel heating is unrelated to the temperature
setting for the seat heating.
Switch-off conditions
The steering wheel heating will be switched off automatically if one of the following conditions is
met:
•Seat heating for the driver's seat switched off (if
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•Power consumption too high.
•Fault in steering wheel heating system.
Windscreen heating
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The windscreen heating works when the engine is running.
Manual windscreen heating
•m/k/a995MKManual air conditioning system: press the button on the
Infotainment system and touch the Vehicle and Settings function buttons.
•m/k/a995MKClimatronic: press the button on the control panel.
•Touch the function button to switch windscreen heating on or off.
The windscreen heating switches itself off depending on the outside temperature or after 8 minutes
at the latest.
Automatic windscreen heating
The windscreen heating switches on automatically if there is a risk of condensation building up on
the windscreen or windows.
•Press the button on the control panel.
•Touch the function button in the Infotainment system.
•Touch the Automatic windscreen heating function button to switch automatic
windscreen heating on or off.
The automatic windscreen heating is also active when the air conditioning system is switched off.
Windscreen heating using the defrost function
The windscreen heating will be switched on when the defrost function is switched on and a sensor
detects that the windscreen may mist up.
Switch-off conditions
The windscreen heating switches itself off if one of the following conditions is met:
•Power consumption too high.
•Fault in air conditioning system.
•Specified time has elapsed.
Tips and usage notes
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The following tips and operating information will help you use the system correctly.

Why does the cooling system switch off automatically or cannot be
switched on?
•The engine is not running.
•The blower is switched off.
•The air conditioning system fuse has blown.
•The ambient temperature is lower than approximately +3°C (+38°Fyf.
•The air conditioning compressor of the cooling system has been temporarily switched off
because the engine coolant temperature is too high.
•There is a vehicle fault. The air conditioning system should be checked by a qualified workshop.
Settings for optimal road visibility
•Keep the air intake in front of the windscreen free from ice, snow or leaves to improve the
heating and cooling performance and prevent condensation on the windows ⇒ Vehicle care.
•Do not cover the air vents in the rear of the luggage compartment to allow air to flow through
the vehicle from the front to the rear.
•The maximum heating output and the fastest window defrosting results are achieved when the
coolant has reached its operating temperature.
Recommended settings for the heating and fresh air system or manual air
conditioning system
•Switch off air recirculation mode.
•Set blower to setting or .
•Set the temperature selector to the middle position.
•Open and position all vents on the dash panel.
•Turn the air distribution regulator to the desired position.
•Manual air conditioning system: press the button on the control panel to switch the
cooling system on.
Recommended Climatronic setup
•Press the button.
•Set the temperature to +22°C (+72°Fyf.
•Open and position the vents on the dash panel.
Air Care Climatronic
The allergen filter of Air Care Climatronic can additionally reduce the amount of pollutants and also
allergens that enter the vehicle interior.
The filters must be changed regularly to avoid impairing the performance of the air conditioning
system. If the vehicle is frequently used in severely polluted air, the filter must be replaced between
service events.
•Press the button on the control panel.
•Touch the Air Care function button.
•Touch the Active function button to switch the Air Care function on or off.
Dust and pollen filter
The dust and pollen filter must be replaced regularly to prevent impaired performance of the manual
air conditioning system. If the vehicle is frequently used in severely polluted air, the filter must be
replaced between service events.
Water under the vehicle
If the humidity and temperature outside the vehicle are high, condensation can drip off the
evaporator in the cooling system and form a pool underneath the vehicle. This is normal and does
not indicate a leak.
If the outside humidity is high and the outside temperature low, condensation may evaporate when
the auxiliary heater is running ⇒ Auxiliary heater and ventilation. If this is the case, steam may
appear underneath the vehicle. This is not a sign that the vehicle is damaged.
Auxiliary heater and ventilation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Switching the auxiliary heater and auxiliary ventilation on and off
⇒ Programming the auxiliary heater and auxiliary ventilation
⇒ Remote control

The auxiliary heater runs on for a short time after it is switched off manually or automatically so that
the remaining fuel in the system can be burnt off.
When the vehicle is at a standstill, the auxiliary heater can be activated up to three times in
succession for the maximum operating duration.
Operating noises can be heard if the auxiliary heater is switched on.
The 12-volt battery will discharge if the auxiliary heater or ventilation is run several times
over an extended period. Drive the vehicle for an appropriate distance in order to recharge the 12-
volt vehicle battery.
When parked on an incline, the fuel gauge indication (just above the reserve quantityyfPD\
be inaccurate and lead to functional restrictions of the auxiliary heater.
The auxiliary heater may switch on automatically as a supplementary heating measure when
the engine is started at temperatures below +5°C (+41°Fyf7KHVXSSOHPHQWDU\KHDWLQJIXQFWLRQLV
switched off again automatically after a short time.
Programming the auxiliary heater and auxiliary ventilation
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Opening the Auxiliary heater menu
The auxiliary heater is programmed in the Infotainment system.
m/k/a997MK Manual air conditioning system
•Press the button on the Infotainment system.
•Touch the Vehicle and function buttons.
m/k/a997MK Climatronic
•Press the button on the control panel.
•Touch the function button.
Changing the operating mode
•Open the Auxiliary heater menu.
•Touch the Heating or Ventilation function buttons to change the operating mode.
At high outside temperatures, the auxiliary ventilation function supplies fresh air to the vehicle
interior and helps prevent a build-up of heat.
Programming the auxiliary heater
Activation is always for one heating or ventilation period only. The departure time must be activated
for every start.
•Before programming, check that the date and time set in the vehicle are correct ⇒ Vehicle 
settings menu.
•Open the Auxiliary heater menu.
•Press the Adjust button.
•Choose one of the memory locations for a Departure time.
•Touch the Activate function button.
m/k/a995MKManual air conditioning system: the programmed departure time determines
the time at which the auxiliary heater or ventilation should switch off. The point at which the heating
or ventilation process starts is determined depending on the programmed operating period.
m/k/a995MK Climatronic: on the basis of the programmed departure time, the vehicle
automatically calculates the start time for heating or ventilation to the currently set temperature
depending on the outside temperature.
•Touch the Running time function button under Adjust to set the auxiliary heater
running time after the heater is switched on with the immediate heat button or using the
remote control.

•Lever open the battery cover in upward direction using the object.
•Push the battery cover slightly in the direction of the arrow.
•Remove the battery cover.
•Remove the button cell.
•Insert a new button cell of the same type, paying attention to the correct polarity.
•Insert the battery in the housing of the remote control.
•Push the battery cover in the opposite direction to the arrow ⇒ Fig. 112 until it engages.
Dispose of discharged batteries in accordance with regulations governing the protection of
the environment.
The battery in the remote control may contain perchlorate. Please comply with legislation
regarding disposal.
Driving
Notes on driving
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Pedals
⇒ Gear-change indicator
⇒ Driving economically
⇒ Think Blue. Trainer.
⇒ Information on the brakes
⇒ Driving with a loaded vehicle 
⇒ Driving with an open boot lid
⇒ Driving through water on roads
⇒ Running in the engine
⇒ Using the vehicle in other countries and continents
⇒ Troubleshooting
Pedals
Swallowing batteries with a diameter of 20 mm, or other button cells, can result in severe
or even fatal injuries within a very short period of time.
•Always keep the remote control key, key ring with batteries, spare batteries, round
cells and other batteries that are larger than 20 mm out of the reach of children.
•Call for medical help immediately you suspect that someone has swallowed a battery.
DANGER
•The remote control contains electronic components. Protect the remote control from
moisture, excessive vibration and direct sunlight.
•Unsuitable batteries can damage the remote control. Replace discharged batteries only
with new batteries of the same voltage rating, size and specification.
•Ensure that the battery is fitted the right way round.
NOTICE
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or narcotics can cause serious
accidents and fatal injuries.
•Alcohol, drugs, medication and narcotics can severely impair perception, reaction
times and driving safety. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
WARNING
Rapid acceleration can cause loss of traction and skidding, particularly on slippery roads.
This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle, which can lead to accidents and serious
injuries.
•Always adjust your driving style in accordance with the flow of traffic.
•The kickdown function or fast acceleration should only be used if the visibility,
weather, road and traffic conditions permit.
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