Power windows
▼ Power windows
Opening and closing the windows
The side windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all the side windows are on the driver’s door. The switches for the respective windows are on the front passenger door and the rear doors.
① Left front window ② Right front window ③ Right rear window ④ Left rear window ⑤ Rear window override switch (▷ page 80)
Warning!
When closing the windows, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.
The closing of the door windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or, if switch was pulled past the resistance point and released, by either pressing or pulling the respective switch.
If the window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you pulled the switch past the resistance point and released it to close the window, the automatic reversal function will stop the window and open it slightly.
If the window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you are closing the window by pulling and holding the switch, or by pressing and holding button [icon] on the SmartKey, the automatic reversal function will not operate.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.
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i You can also open or close the windows using the SmartKey (summer opening/convenience closing feature) (▷ page 243).
You can close and reopen the windows using the air recirculation button [icon] in the climate control panel (▷ page 179) or automatic climate control panel* (▷ page 189).
You can close and reopen the windows using the charcoal filter button [icon] in the automatic climate control panel* (▷ page 189).
► Switch on ignition (▷ page 33).
Opening the windows
► Press switch ① to ④ to the resistance point.
The corresponding window will move downwards until you release the switch.
Closing the windows
► Pull switch ① to ④ to the resistance point.
The corresponding window will move upwards until you release the switch.
Warning!
If you pull and hold the switch up when closing the window, and upward movement of the window is blocked by some obstruction including but not limited to arms, hands, fingers, etc., the automatic reversal will not operate.
Fully opening the windows (Express-open)
► Press switch ① to ④ past the resistance point and release.
The corresponding window opens completely.
Fully closing the windows (Express-close)
► Pull switch ① to past the resistance point and release.
The corresponding window closes completely.
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! If the upward movement of the window is blocked during the closing procedure, the window will stop and open slightly.
Remove the obstruction, pull the switch again past the resistance point and release.
If the window still does not close when there is no obstruction, then pull and hold the switch again. The side window will then close without the obstruction sensor function.
Warning!
Driver’s door only: If within five seconds you again pull the switch past the resistance point and release, the automatic reversal will not function.
Stopping windows
▶ Press or pull respective switch again.
Controls in detail
Power windows
Opening and closing the windows with the SmartKey
The tilt/sliding sunroof* (▷ page 247) will also be opened or closed when the power windows are operated with the SmartKey.
Warning!
Never operate the windows or tilt/sliding sunroof* if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure.
In the event that the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the transmit button on the SmartKey. To reverse direction of movement, press button for opening or for closing.
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► Aim transmitter eye at the driver’s door handle.
Opening (Summer opening feature)
► Press and hold button after unlocking the vehicle.
The windows and tilt/sliding sunroof* begin to open after approximately one second.
► Release the button to stop procedure.
Closing (Convenience feature)
► Press and hold button after locking the vehicle.
The windows and tilt/sliding sunroof* begin to close after approximately one second.
► Release the button to stop procedure.
Make sure all side windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof* are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.
Synchronizing power windows
The power windows must be resynchronized each time
• after the battery has been disconnected.
• if the power windows cannot be fully opened (Express-open) or closed (Express-close).
► Switch on ignition (> page 33).
► Pull the power window switches until the side windows are closed.
Hold the switches for approximately one second.
The power windows are synchronized.
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Power tilt/sliding sunroof*
▼ Power tilt/sliding sunroof*
Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof
The tilt/sliding sunroof can be opened and closed electrically. The switch for the tilt/sliding sunroof is on the overhead control panel.
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Sunroof switch
① Push up to raise sunroof at rear ② Pull down to lower sunroof at rear ③ Push forward to slide sunroof closed ④ Push back to slide sunroof open
With the sunroof closed or tilted open, a screen can be slid into the roof opening to guard against sun rays. When sliding the sunroof open, the screen will also retract.
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Screen
Warning!
When closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure.
The opening/closing procedure of the tilt/sliding sunroof can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or, if the switch was moved past the resistance point and released, by moving the switch in any direction.
The tilt/sliding sunroof is made out of glass. In the event of an accident, the glass may shatter. This may result in an opening in the roof.
In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the opening. Such an opening also presents a potential for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compartment.
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Power tilt/sliding sunroof*
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.
! To avoid damaging the seals, do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the tilt/sliding sunroof.
Do not open the tilt/sliding sunroof if there is snow or ice on the roof, as this could result in malfunctions.
The tilt/sliding sunroof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur (▷ page 387).
You can also open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof using the SmartKey (summer opening/convenience closing feature) (▷ page 247).
You can close and reopen the tilt/sliding sunroof using the air recirculation button [icon] in the climate control panel (▷ page 179) or automatic climate control panel* (▷ page 189).
You can close and reopen the tilt/sliding sunroof using the charcoal filter button [icon] in the automatic climate control panel* (▷ page 189).
► Switch on ignition (▷ page 33).
Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof
► To open, close, raise, or lower the tilt/sliding sunroof, move the sunroof switch to resistance point in the required direction of arrows ① to ④.
Release the sunroof switch when the tilt/sliding sunroof has reached the desired position.
Fully opening (Express-open) and closing (Express-close) the power tilt/sliding sunroof
► To open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof, move the sunroof switch past the resistance point in the required direction of arrow ④ or ③ and release.
The tilt/sliding sunroof opens or closes completely.
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Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof during Express-operation
► Move the sunroof switch in any direction.
If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof is blocked during the closing procedure, the tilt/sliding sunroof will stop and reopen slightly.
Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof with the SmartKey
The power windows ( page 243) will also be opened or closed when you operate the tilt/sliding sunroof with the SmartKey.
Warning!
Never operate the windows or tilt/sliding sunroof if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing procedure.
In the event that the procedure causes potential danger, the procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the transmit button on the SmartKey. To reverse direction of movement, press button for opening or for closing.
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► Aim transmitter eye at the driver’s door handle.
Opening (Summer opening feature)
► Press and hold button after unlocking the vehicle.
The windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof begin to open after approximately one second.
► Release the button to stop procedure.
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Closing (Convenience feature)
- Press and hold button [icon] after locking the vehicle.
The windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof begin to close after approximately one second.
- Release the [icon] button to stop procedure.
Make sure all side windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof are properly closed before leaving the vehicle.
Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding sunroof
The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchronized
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after the battery has been disconnected or discharged
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after the tilt/sliding sunroof has been closed manually (▷ page 387)
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after a malfunction
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if the tilt/sliding sunroof does not open smoothly
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Switch on ignition (▷ page 33).
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Move and hold the sunroof switch in the direction of arrow ① (▷ page 245) until the tilt/sliding sunroof is fully raised at the rear.
Hold the sunroof switch for approximately one second.
- Check the Express-open feature (▷ page 246).
If the tilt/sliding sunroof opens completely, the tilt/sliding sunroof is synchronized. Otherwise repeat the above steps.
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Driving systems
▼ Driving systems
The driving system of your vehicle is described on the following pages:
- Cruise control, with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed
For information on the BAS, ABS, and ESP driving systems, see “Driving safety systems” (▷ page 83).
Cruise control
Cruise control automatically maintains the speed you set for your vehicle.
Use of cruise control is recommended for driving at a constant speed for extended periods of time. You can set or resume cruise control at any speed over 20 mph (30 km/h).
The cruise control function is operated by means of the cruise control lever.
The cruise control lever is the uppermost lever on the left-hand side of the steering column (▷ page 22).
Warning!
Cruise control is a convenience system designed to assist the driver during vehicle operation. The driver is and must remain at all times responsible for the vehicle speed and for safe brake operation.
Only use cruise control if the road, traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a steady speed.
- The use of cruise control can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not allow safe driving at a steady speed.
- The use of cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control.
- Deactivate cruise control when driving in fog.
The “Resume” function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed.
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① Sets current or higher speed ② Sets current or lower speed ③ Cancels cruise control ④ Resumes at last set speed
Setting current speed
▶ Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed.
▶ Briefly lift ① or depress ② the cruise control lever.
The current speed is set.
▶ Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Cruise control is activated.
i On uphill or downhill grades, cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed. Once the grade eases, the set speed will be resumed.
Canceling cruise control
There are several ways to cancel cruise control:
▶ Step on the brake pedal.
Cruise control is canceled. The last speed set is stored for later use.
or
▶ Briefly push the cruise control lever to position ③.
Cruise control is canceled. The last speed set is stored for later use.
! Vehicles with automatic transmission: Moving the gear selector lever to position N while driving also cancels cruise control. However, the gear selector lever should not be moved to position N while driving, except to coast when the vehicle is in danger of skidding (e.g. on icy roads).
i Vehicles with manual transmission: The set cruise controlled speed is switched off when declutching exceeds four seconds during downshifting a gear.
i The last stored speed is canceled when you turn off the engine.
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Setting a higher speed
- Lift cruise control lever to position ① and hold it up until the desired speed is reached.
- Release cruise control lever. The new speed is set.
Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate cruise control. After brief acceleration (e.g. for passing), cruise control will resume the last speed set.
Setting a lower speed
- Depress cruise control lever to position ② and hold it down until the desired speed is reached.
- Release cruise control lever. The new speed is set.
Vehicles with automatic transmission: When you use the cruise control lever to decelerate, the transmission will automatically downshift if the engine’s braking power does not brake the vehicle sufficiently.
Fine adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments
Faster
- Briefly tip cruise control lever in direction of arrow ①.
Slower
- Briefly tip cruise control lever in direction of arrow ②.
Setting to last stored speed ("Resume" function)
Warning!
The speed stored in memory should only be set again if prevailing road conditions permit. Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to preset speed could cause an accident and/or serious injury to you and others.
- Briefly push cruise control lever to position ④. The cruise control resumes the last set speed.
- Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
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Roof rack*
Warning!
Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow manufacturer’s installation instructions.
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► Only mount the roof rack between the fastening points (see arrows).
► Secure the roof rack according to manufacturer’s instructions for installation.
! Load the roof rack in such a way that the vehicle cannot be damaged while driving.
Make sure
• you can fully raise the tilt/sliding sunroof*.
• you can fully open the trunk.
Ski sack* (Canada only)
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① Handle Cover ③ Armrest
Unfolding and loading
► Fold armrest ③ down (arrow).
► Pull handle ① and swing cover ② down.
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④ Hook and loop fastener
▶ Unfasten hook and loop fastener ④.
▶ Pull ski sack into passenger compartment and unfold.
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⑤ Button
▶ Open trunk lid.
▶ Press button ⑤.
The flap opens downward.
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▶ From trunk, slide skis into ski sack.
Warning!
The ski sack is designed for up to four pairs of skis. Do not load the ski sack with other objects.
Always fasten the ski sack securely. In an accident, an unfastened ski sack can cause injury to vehicle occupants. >>
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⑥ Strap ► Tighten strap ⑥ by pulling at the loose end (arrow) until the skis in the ski sack are tightly secured.
⑦ Hook Eye ► Connect hook to eye ⑧. Tighten strap by pulling at the loose end (arrow).
Unloading and folding
► Loosen the straps. ► Disconnect hook ⑦ from eye ⑧. ► Unload skis. ► Close flap in trunk. ► Fold and flatten ski sack lengthwise. ► Place folded ski sack inside recess of backrest. ► Fasten hook and loop fastener. ► Close ski sack compartment cover.
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Removing the ski sack
You can remove the ski sack for cleaning or drying.
① Button
Ski sack frame
③ Flap
► Open trunk lid. ► Press button ①. The flap ③ opens downward. ► Press button ① firmly until ski sack frame ② is released. ► Pull ski sack frame ② with ski sack out.
Warning! Never drive vehicle with trunk open while the ski sack is removed. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior, resulting in unconsciousness and death.
To prevent unauthorized persons from accessing the trunk, always close the flap.
Installing the ski sack
Install the ski sack in the reverse order.
► Push ski sack frame ② with ski sack inward until the ski sack frame snaps into place. ► Close flap ③. ► Close trunk lid.
Split rear bench seat*
To expand the cargo area, you can fold down the left and right rear seat backrests. The two sections can be folded down separately.
Warning! When expanding the luggage area, always fold the seat cushions fully forward. Unless you are transporting cargo, the backrests must remain properly locked in the upright position. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle. Always use the cargo tie down rings* (> page 258).
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Folding the backrest forward
The release handle ① is located in the trunk.
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▶ Pull release handle ①.
▶ Fully retract and fold rearward head restraints (▷ page 110).
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▶ Pull release handle ②.
▶ Fold seat cushion ③ forward.
▶ Fold backrest ④ forward.
Returning the backrest to original position
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▶ Fold backrest ② rearward until it engages.
▶ Fold seat cushion ① rearward until it locks into position.
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If the backrest is not locked into position, a red indicator ③ will be visible.
► Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest.
Warning!
If a red indicator is visible with the backrest up, then the backrest is not properly locked into position.
Always lock backrest in its upright position when rear seat bench is occupied, cargo is being carried in the trunk, or the extended cargo compartment is not in use. Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle, and cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting cargo.
To prevent unauthorized persons from access to the trunk, always lock backrest in its upright position.
Loading instructions
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The total load weight including vehicle occupants and luggage/cargo should not exceed the load limit or vehicle capacity weight indicated on the corresponding placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar.
The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustrations shown, with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle.
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Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.
The heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept as low as possible since it influences the handling characteristics of the vehicle.
Warning! Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless the items are securely fastened in the vehicle.
To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting cargo.
Never drive vehicle with trunk open. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death.
The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects.
The enlarged cargo area should only be used for items which do not fit in the trunk alone.
Cargo tie-down rings*
The four cargo tie-down rings are located in the trunk.
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Cargo tie-down rings
- Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all rings with rope sufficient strength to hold down the cargo.
Always follow loading instructions (▷ page 257).
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