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FrontPower Seats, FrontOrthopedic Seat BackrestArmrest (Front Seats)Armrest (Rear Bench Seat)Head Restraints, RearHeated Seats

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Steering LockExterior Lamp Switch 2:Combination Switch 51Shelf below Rear Window 52Inside Rear View MirrorExterior Rear View Mirrors z:Sun Visors 54Interior LampsRear Window Defroster zzLighter 56Sliding Roof with Rear

Pop-Up FeaturePower Wrndows 55;Antenna 58Cellular Telephone 58

Tempmatic Climate Control = Normal cooling or freshThe engine must be running for air ventilationthe climate control system to = Off (air supply off)operate.1 Temperature selector 3 Air conditioning mode control

2 Pushbuttons for function select-ion (only press individually)

= Dehumidifying

= Defrost= Normal setting

= Defog= Recirculated air switch

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= Heating and coolingthe button comes on. The but-ton returns to initial position).

= Normal heatingIf either button im or !m aredepressed, the air conditioningcompressor is switched on.

Fan speed control leverAdjustable air outletsVolume control lever foradjustable air outlets (5)Adjustable air outletsVolume control lever foradjustable air outlets (7)

The button symbols light up whenthe vehicle’s exterior lamps areturned on. The symbol is brighterwhen depressed.Close all windows and the slidingroof to ensure proper operation ofthe system. Air outlet temperatureis controlled automatically.

Note:The air conditioner removes con-siderable moisture from the airduring operation. It is normal forwater to drip on the ground fromthe underbody.

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Air DistributionAir conditioned, warmed, or fresh air may bedirected to the foot area, the windshield, and theside outlets (7). The center outlets (5) are for non-heated air only.The air volume through the center outlets (5) andside outlets (7) can be varied with levers (6) and (8)respectively. Pushing the lever up opens the airoutlets completely.

Temperature SelectionFR Use the temperature selector to set the desired

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i temperature. The selected temperature isI!J reached as quickly as possible and maintained.

Use a basic setting of “72”. Refine your settingonly in small steps to avoid large temperaturefluctuations.Turning downwards (notched-in) = maximum coolingor fresh air dependent on push button selection ofthe air conditioning mode control.Turning upwards (notched-in) = maximum heating.

A/C Mode Control SwitchPosition = Normal cooling, the air condi-tioning c ressor is switched on.The vehicle may be heated or cooled as de-sired. The compressor comes on if the vehicle’s

interior temperature exceeds the selected tempera-ture. The selected temperature is then maintainedby regulating the compressor’s running time.

Position = Dehumidifying, the air conditioningcompressor is switched on.The climate control system works at maximumcapacity, removing moisture from the air. This modeis recommended during humid weather and whenwindows must be defogged from inside.Position = Recirculated air (buttonsmust not be depressed).Recirculated air switch pressed:

Cooling ModeIf the outside temperature exceeds approx. 59” F(15”C), the system will automatically changefrom recirculated air to fresh air after 30 minutes.Heating ModeIf the outside temperature is less than approx.59°F (15°C) the system will automaticallychange from recirculated air to fresh air after5 minutes.

This setting can also be used if annoying odors ordust are entering the car’s interior.At high outside temperatures the air conditioningsystem is automatically in the recirculated air mode,providing increased cooling.

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The volume of fresh air supplied to the vehicleinterior can be increased by pushing lever (4) to the lright. 0

The fan speed may be changed by moving lever (4)to position “II”, “II!” or “max”.

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Function I = Maximum fan speed engaged.

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Turn temperature selector wheel (1) and lockthe lower end position.

in mode control (3).

Move fan speed control lever (4) to far right“max” position.Open adjustable air outlets (5) and (7) com-pletely by pushing up levers (6) and (8)respectively.Close windows and sliding roof completely.

Note:Open the windows and/or sliding roof long enoughto let hot air inside the car escape. This helps re-duce the time the air conditioner must run beforethe car cools. Then, close windows and/or slidingroof and allow air conditioner to operate to its fullcapacity.

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Examples of Air Flow Adjustments

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Press to defrost or quickly defog windows.

Maximum heated air is directed to the windshieldand side windows, independent of the temperaturesetting (1) mode control (3) and fan speed controllever (4) position. The air volume through outlets (7)may be adjusted with levers (8) as desired.

Press to defog the inside of the windshield.

rr is directed to the windshield in the heating orcooling mode. Press button of mode control (3)and increase fan speed for a short period withlever (4). Adjust levers (8) for the desired air flowthrough outlets (7).It is possible for condensation to form on the out-side of the windshield in humid weather in thismode. If this happens, change the air flow or de-crease the fan speed.

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Press for heating.

In this type of operation, air is directed to the wind-shield and the foot area. The air outlets (7) may beopened or closed with levers (8) as desired.If the ambient temperature is above 32°F (0°C) theair conditioning compressor may switch on automa-tically to dry the heated air.

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Press for normal heater operation.

Most of the air is directed to the foot area duringheater operation. A small amount of air is directedto the windshield, just enough to keep it from fog-ging up during normal weather conditions. The airoutlets (5) and (7) may be opened or closed withlevers (6) and (8) respectively as desired. Only non-heated air is directed through outlets (5).

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Press for fresh air ventilation or airconditioning.

For taking in fresh air or during air conditioneroperation, the air is directed to outlets (5) and (7).Adjust the air flow with levers (6) and (8) respec-tively as desired.

Off.

In this setting, the Tempmatic Climate Control isshut off, including the fresh air supply to the interiorof the car (to prevent entrance of odors, i. e. whiledriving through tunnels etc. or to prevent the en-trance of water from automatic car wash). Use thissetting only temporarily while driving with windowsand sliding roof closed since the vehicle’s normalinterior airflow will be disrupted.

Important!Ina ropriate repair work may cause refrigerant(CPE; to escape into the atmosphere and contributeto the depletion of the earth’s ozone layer.Repairs should always be performed by a qualifiedtechnician, and refrigerant should be collected in arecovery system for recycling.

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Car KeysIncluded with your vehicle are twomaster keys, one valet key andone flat (master) key.

Master Key - square head - fitsall locks on the car. Arms/disarmsthe anti-theft alarm system.

Note:Do not give the master key to anunauthorized oerson.

Valet Key - round head - worksonly in the door locks and thesteering lock. Arms/disarms theanti-theft alarm system. The valetkey will not fit the trunk or glovebox locks. This key should beused whenever the car is left withan attendant. Be sure to lock glovebox and trunk with the master key.

Flat KeyThe flat key fits allvehicle locks. Arms/disarms the anti-theftalarm system. Werecommend that youcarry the flat key withyou and keep it in asafe place so that it isalways handy. Neverleave the flat key in thevehicle.

Obtaining Replacement KeysYour vehicle is equipped with atheft deterrent locking system re-quiring a special key manufactur-ing process. For security reasons,replacement keys can only beobtained from your authorizedMercedes-Benz dealer.

Warning!When leaving the vehicle al-ways remove the key from thesteering lock. Do not leavechildren unattended in thevehicle. Unsupervised use ofvehicle equipment may causeserious personal injury.

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Opening the DoorsFrom outside: pull handle (1)outwards.From inside: pull handle (4) indoor trim panel.

Locking and Unlocking of DoorsFrom the outside: turn key.From the inside: actuate door lockbutton.2 Unlocking3 Locking

When the rear door lock buttonsare down, the rear doors cannotbe opened from the outside or theinside, unless the door lock but-tons are first pulled up.

One cannot lock:l the driver’s door if it is openl any door if the door latch has

not engaged fully. In this caseopen the door and close itagain.

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Central Locking SystemThe entire vehicle may be lockedor unlocked with the central lock-ing system by:l Using the master

either front door.or valet key in

l Using the master key in thetrunk lock.

l Pushing down or pulling up theinterior door lock button ateither front door.

The central locking system locksor unlocks all doors, trunk lid andfuel filler flap simultaneously.

DoorsWhen you lock the car, all doorlock buttons should move down. Ifany one stays up, the respectivedoor is not properly closed. Youshould then unlock the car, openand reclose this door, and lock thecar again.

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aaged from the driver’s door

lot button, provided the door iscompletely closed. It can also beengaged from the front passengerdoor if the ignition key is removed,or the key is inserted in thesteering lock without having beenturned (key in position 0).If the car has been locked fromthe outside, the anti-theft alarm (ifso equipped) will come on if adoor is opened from the inside.

TrunkTo unlock the trunk with thecentral locking system, turn themaster key in the trunk lock com-pletely to the left and return it tothe vertical position. Push in trunklock button and open the trunk. Tolock the trunk, turn the master keycompletely to the right and returnit to the vertical position.

The trunk can remain locked whilethe central locking system is un-locked (e. g. while driving or whenleaving the car in a situationwhere it must be driven using thevalet key but you wish the trunk toremain locked at parking lots,workshops etc.). Turn the masterkey completely to the right andpull it out in the horizontal posi-tion. Now the trunk can only beunlocked with the master key byturning it back completely to theleft.

Important!If the trunk is unlocked with themaster key, the doors and fuelfiller flap will also be unlocked.After closing the trunk, the centrallocking system must again beengaged using the key to relockthe doors and fuel filler flap.

Note:If the fuel filler flap cannot beopened, refer to Manual Releaseof Fuel Filler Flap (see Index).

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Anti-Theft Alarm SystemThe anti-theft alarm is automatical-ly armed or disarmed with themaster key, valet key or flat key bylocking or unlocking either frontdoor or the trunk.

OperationOnce the alarm system has beenarmed, the exterior vehicle lampswill flash and the horn will soundintermittently when someone:

opens a door,opens the trunk,opens the hood,removes the radio,switches on or bridges theignition circuit,steps on the brake pedal.

The alarm will last aooroximatelv Note:150 seconds in the form of blink-ing exterior lamps. At the same We recommend that you carry thetime an additional horn will sound flat key safely with you so that it isintermittently for 60 seconds, always handy. This key has thepause for 30 seconds, and repeat same function as the master key.for another 60 seconds.The alarm will stay on even if theactivating element (a door, for ex-ample) is immediately closed.

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Manual Seat Adjustment, Front1 Fore/aft adjustment2 Seat cushion inclination

adjustment3 Seat height adjustment4 Seat back adjustmentFore/aft adjustment: lift handle (1);slide seat to desired position andallow handle to re-engage. Checkfor proper engagement beforedriving.Inclination of seat cushion: turnhandwheel (2) forward or back-ward.

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Height of seat: raise lever (3); toraise seat, slide seat forward; tolower seat, slide seat backward;allow lever to re-engage. Checkfor proper engagement beforedriving.Seat back position: turn hand-wheel (4). For full reclining ofbackrest, seat should be moved toone of the forward-most positionsand head restraint removed. Fordriving, return backrest to uprightposition and push seat back. Re-place head restraint.Head restraint: to adjust the heightof the head restraint, pull it slightlyforward while lifting or pushing

down. Adjust head restraint tosupport the back of the headapproximately at ear lever. How-ever, do not pull up the head re-straint past the detent.

Warning!Do not adjust the driver’s seatwhile driving. Adjusting theseat while driving could causethe driver to lose control ofthe vehicle.Never ride in a moving vehiclewith the seat back reclined.Sitting in an excessively re-clined position can be danger-ous. You could slide under theseat belt in a collision. If youslide under it, the belt wouldapply force at the abdomen orneck. That could cause se-rious or even fatal injuries.The seat back and seat beltsprovide the best restraintwhen the wearer is in an up-right prYsltion and belts areproperly positioned on thebody.Never place hands under seator near any moving parts whilea seat is being adjusted.

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Caution!Do not remove head restraintsexcept when mounting seat cov-ers. For removal refer to HeadRestraints in Index. Wheneverrestraints have been removed besure to reinstall them beforedriving.Important!Prior to operating the vehicle, thedriver should adjust the seatheight for proper vision as well asfore/aft placement and seat backangle to insure adequate control,reach, operation, and comfort. Thehead restraint should also be ad-justed for proper height.Both the inside and outside rearview mirrors should be adjustedfor adequate rearward vision.Fasten seat belts. Infants andsmall children should be seated ina properly secured restraint sy-stem that complies with U.S. Fe-deral Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-dard 213 and Canadian MotorVehicle Safety Standard 213.1.All seat, head restraint, and rearview mirror adjustments as well asfastening of seat belts should bedone before the vehicle is put intomotion.

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Power Seats, FrontThe switches are located in eachfront door, if your vehicle isequipped with front power seats.Turn key in steering lock to posi-tion 1 or 2 (with the driver’s orfront passenger’s door open, thepower seats can also be operatedwith the key removed or in steer-ing lock position 0).

Seat and head restraintadjustment:A Seat cushion adjustment.B Seatback adjustment.6 Head restraint adjustment.

Adjust head restraint to supportthe back of the head approxi-mately at ear level. The headrestraint can also be tilted for-ward by hand.Note:If the car is equipped withpower head restraints, do nottry to operate manually.

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Warning!Do not adjust the driver’s seatwhile driving. Adjusting theseat while driving could causethe driver to lose control ofthe vehicle.Never ride in a moving vehiclewith the seat back reclined.Sitting in an excessively re-clined position can be danger-ous. You could slide under theseat belt in a collision. If youslide under it, the belt wouldapply force at the abdomen orneck. That could cause se-rious or even fatal injuries.The seat back and seat beltsprovide the best restraintwhen the wearer is in an up-right position and belts areproperly positioned on thebody.Never place hands under seator near any moving parts whilea seat is being adjusted.

Storing seat/head restraintpositions in memory:D Memory button.E Position buttons “1” and “2”.Two sets of seat/head restraintpositions may be programmed intomemory. After the seat/headrestraint are positioned, pushmemory button D, release, andwithin 3 seconds push positionbutton “ 1”. A second set ofpositions for the same seat/headrestraint can be programmed intomemory by pushing first button Dand then “2”.

Recalling seat/head restraintpositions stored in memory:To recall a seat/head restraintposition, push position button “1”or “2” until seat/head restraintmovement has stopped. For safetyreasons, the seat/head restraintmovement stops after releasingthe position button.

Caution!Do not remove head restraintsexcept when mounting seatcovers. For removal refer to HeadRestraints, Front, see Index.Whenever restraints have beenremoved be sure to reinstall thembefore driving.

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Important!Prior to operating the vehicle, thedriver should adjust the seatheight for proper vision as well asfore/aft placement and seat backangle to insure adequate control,reach, operation, and comfort. Thehead restraint should also be ad-justed for proper height.Both the inside and outside rearview mirrors should be adjustedfor adequate rearward vision.Fasten seat belts. Infants andsmall children should be seated ina properly secured restraintsystem that complies with U.S.Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard 213 and Canadian MotorVehicle Safety Standard 213.1.All seat, head restraint, and rearview mirror adjustments as well asfastening of seat belts should bedone before the vehicle is put intomotion.

Orthopedic Seat Backrest1 Pressure regulator2 Height regulatorSome models may be equippedwith orthopedic seats. These seatshave inflatable air cushions builtinto the backrest to provide addi-tional lumbar support. The amountof cushion height and curvaturemay be adjusted after turning thekey in steering lock to position 2.

The inflation pressure of the aircushion can be varied continuous-ly between position “0” = withoutpressure, and position “4” =maximum pressure, by changingthe pressure regulator (1) setting.In addition, the cushion heightmay be changed to five differentsettings between position “A” =lowest setting, and “E” = highestsetting, by varying the height regu-lator (2) adjustment.If the engine is turned off, the lastcushion setting is retained inmemory, and automatically adjuststhe cushion to this setting whenthe engine is restarted.

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Armrest (Front Seats)Armrest folded up.For normally inclined seat back.For extremely inclined seatback.To adjust armrest downwards,press release button.

_.~Warning!The arm rest does not sufficeas a child restraint system. Incase of a frontal collision achild can be catapulted for-ward over the locked arm rest.

Infants and small childrenshould always be seated in aproperly secured restraintsystem that complies with U.S.Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard 213 and CanadianMotor Vehicle Safety Standard213.1.

Armrest (Rear Bench Seat)Pull down the armrest by its strap.For removal of rear seat cushion,see Index.

Head Restraints, RearAdjust head restraint to supportthe back of the head approximate-ly at ear level. Do not extend thehead restraint past the stop.For removal of head restraint referto Head Restraints in Index.

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Heated Seats1 Normal heating mode2 Rapid heating modeThe seat heaters can be switchedon with the key in steering lockposition 2.

Heater operation:Push in upper switch portion;position 1 = normal heatingmode, one indicator lamp lightsUP.Push in lower switch portion;position 2 = rapid heating mode,both indicator lamps light up.After approximately 5 minutes inthe rapid heating mode, the heaterautomatically switches to normaloperation and only one indicatorlamp will stay on.

Turning off heater:If one indicator lamp is on, pressin upper part of switch, position 1.If both indicator lamps are on,press in lower part of switch,position 2.The heater automatically turns offafter approximately 30 minutes ofoperation.

Notes:When in operation, the seat heaterconsumes a large amount ofpower. It is advisable not to usethe seat heater longer than ne-cessary.The seat heaters may automati-cally switch off if too many powerconsumers are switched on at thesame time, or if the battery chargeis low. When this occurs, the indi-cator lamp in the switch will blink(both indicator lamps blink duringrapid seat heating). The seatheaters will switch on again assoon as sufficient voltage isavailable.If the blinking of the indicatorlamps is distracting to you, theseat heaters can be switched off.

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Seat Belts and SupplementalRestraint System (MS)Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts for all seats, emergencytensioning retractors for the frontseats, and a driver airbag andknee bolster.

Important!Laws in most states and all Cana-dian provinces require seat beltuse.All states and provinces requireuse of child restraints that com-plies with U.S. Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard 213 andCanadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard 213.1. We strongly re-commend their use.

Warning!Never ride in a moving vehiclewith the seat back reclined.Sitting in an excessively re-clined position can be danger-ous. You could slide under theseat belt in a collision. If youslide under it, the belt wouldapply force at the abdomen orneck. That could cause se-rious or even fatal injuries.The seat back and seat beltsprovide the best restraintwhen the wearer is in an up-right position and belts areproperly positioned on thebody.

Seat Belt Warning SystemWith the key in steering lockposition 2, an audible warningsounds for a short time if thedriver’s seat belt is not fastened.When someone enters the car(front) the reminder lamp, locatedbelow the front interior/readinglamp, flashes for a short time toremind all occupants to fastenseat belts.

Warning!If you are ever in an accident,your injuries can be consider-ably more severe without yourseat belt properly buckled.Without your seat belt buckled,you can hit the interior of thevehicle or be ejected from it.You can be seriously injuredor killed.In the same crash, the possi-bility for injury or death islessened with your seat beltbuckled.

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1 Latch plate Fastening of Seat Belts2 Buckle Pull belt with latch plate (1) across3 Release button shoulder and lap so that the lap

belt is positioned as low as pos-sible on your hips and not acrossthe abdomen. Do not twist thebelt. For safety reasons, avoidadjusting the seat or seat backinto positions which could affectthe correct seat belt position.Push latch plate (1) into buckle (2)until it clicks.

Adjust front seat belts so that theshoulder portion of the belt islocated as close as possible to themiddle of the shoulder (it shouldnot touch the neck). For this pur-pose, raise or lower the belt outlet(3 positions). To lower the belt out-let, press button (4).The shoulder portion of the seatbelt must be pulled snug andchecked for snugness immediatelyafter engaging it and during driv-ing. Tighten the lap portion to asnug fit by pulling shoulder portionUP.

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Unfastening of Seat BeltsPush in the red button (3) in thebelt buckle (2).Allow the retractor to completelyrewind the seat belt by guiding thelatch plate (1).

Operation:The inertia reel stops the belt fromunwinding during sudden vehiclestops or when quickly pulling onthe belt.The locking function of the reelmay be checked by quickly pullingout the belt.The emergency tensioning retrac-tors tighten the fastened front seatbelts during frontal and front-angled impacts exceeding the firstthreshold of the SRS (see Index).

Lap Belt for Center SeatingPosition of the Rear SeatPull belt with latch plate (1) overlap so that the belt is positionedas low as possible on your hipsand not across the abdomen.Push latch plate (1) into buckle (2)until it clicks. Do not twist the beltbut keep it tight.To tighten the belt: With the latchplate engaged, pull the loose endof the belt.To lengthen the belt: With the beltunfastened, turn the latch plate sothat it is a little more than 90”perpendicular to the belt, thenextend the belt. Fasten the beltand tighten as stated above.To disengage the belt, pushbutton (3) in the buckle.

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If the center seat is not occupied,the belt buckle and rolled-up seatbelt can be stored in the spacenext to the rear arm rest (to theleft or right of armrest).Note:For cleaning and care of the seatbelts, see Upholstery in Index.

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\I-IWarning!JSE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY.

Each occupant should weartheir seat belt at all times.Together with the “SRS”(driver airbag, ETW’s, driver- side knee bolster), theseat belt offers the bestconditions for protection ofthe body in case of majorfrontal impact.Improperly positioned seatbelts do not provide maxi-mum protection and maycause serious injuries incase of an accident.Never wear the shoulderbelt under your arm, againstyour neck or off your shoul-der. In a crash, your bodywould move too far forward.That would increase thechance of head and neckinjuries. The belt would alsoapply too much force to theribs, which could severelyinjure internal organs suchas your liver or spleen.

Position the lap belt as lowas possible on your hipsand not across theabdomen. If the belt ispositioned across yourabdomen, it could causeserious injuries in a crash.Each seat belt should neverbe used for more than oneperson at a time. Do notfasten a seat belt around aperson and objects.Belts should not be worntwisted. In a crash, youwouldn’t have the full widthof the belt to take impactforces. The twisted beltagainst your body couldcause injuries.Pregnant women shouldalso use a lap-shoulderbelt. The lap belt portionshould be positioned aslow as possible on the hipsto avoid any possiblepressure on the abdomen.

USE CHILD RESTRAINTSPROPERLY.

Infants and small childrenmust be seated in an infantor child restraint system,which is properly securedby a lap belt or lap beltportion of a lap-shoulderbelt. Children could be en-dangered in an accident iftheir child restraints are notproperly secured in thevehicle.According to accident sta-tistics, children are saferwhen properly restrained inthe rear seating positionsthan in the front seatingpositions.Children too big for childrestraint systems shouldride in rear seats using reg-ular seat belts. Positionshoulder belt across chestand shoulder, not face orneck. A booster seat maybe necessary to achieveproper belt positioning.

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Z$&mental Restraint System

The SRS uses two crash severitylevels (thresholds) to activateeither the ETR or airbag or both.Activation depends on the direc-tion and severity of the impact,exceeding the thresholds andfastening of the seat belt.Seat belt fastenedl first threshold exceeded:

ETR activatesl second threshold exceeded:

airbag also activatesSeat belt not fastenedl first threshold exceeded:

airbag activates, but not ETRDriver and front passengersystems operate independentlyfrom each other.

Emergency TensioningRetractor (ETR)The seat belts for the front seatsare equipped with emergencytensioning retractors. These ten-sioning retractors are located ineach belt’s inertia reel and be-come operationally ready with thekey in steering lock position 1or 2.The emergency tensioning re-tractors are designed to activateonly when the seat belts arefastened during frontal and front-angled impacts exceeding the firstthreshold of the SRS. They re-move slack from the belts in sucha way that the seat belts fit moresnugly against the body restrictingits forward movement as much aspossible.

In cases of other frontal impacts,roll-overs, certain side impacts,rear collisions, or other accidentswithout frontal forces, the emer-gency tensioning retractors will notbe activated. The driver and pas-sengers will then be protected bythe fastened seat belts and inertiareel in the usual manner.For seat belt and emergency ten-sioning retractor safety guidelinessee Safety Guidelines in Index.

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Driver AirbagThe most effective occupant re-straint system yet developed foruse in production vehicles is theseat belt. In some cases, however,the protective effect of seat beltscan be further enhanced by anairbag.The driver airbag (1) is located inthe steering wheel hub and, inconjunction with wearing the seatbelts with emergency tensioningretractors (2) provides increasedprotection for the driver.The operational readiness of theairbag system is verified by theindicator lamp “SK” (3) in theinstrument cluster. If no fault isdetected, the lamp will go out afterapproximately 4 seconds; after thelamp goes out, the system con-tinues to monitor the componentsand circuitry of the airbag systemand will indicate a malfunction bycoming on again.

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The following system componentsare monitored or undergo a self-check: crash-sensor, airbagignition circuit, driver and frontpassenger seat belt buckles.Initially, when the key is turnedfrom steering lock position 0 topositions 1 or 2, malfunctions inthe crash-sensor are detected andindicated (the “SRS” indicatorlamp stays on longer than4 seconds).In the operational mode, after theindicator lamp has gone outfollowing the initial check, inter-ruptions and short circuits in theairbag ignition circuit and in thedriver and front passenger seatbelt buckle harnesses, and lowvoltage in the entire system aredetected and indicated.

In the event a malfunction of the“SRS” is indicated as outlinedabove, the “SIX” may not beoperational. We strongly recom-mend that you visit an authorizedMercedes-Benz dealer immedia-tely to have the system checked;otherwise the “SRS” may not beactivated when needed.

Important!The airbag is designed toactivate only in certain frontaland front-angled impacts. Onlyduring these types of impactswill it provide its supplementalprotection. The driver shouldalways wear the seat belt,otherwise it is not possible forthe airbag to provide itsintended protection.In cases of other frontalimpacts, roll-overs, certain sideimpacts, rear collisions, or otheraccidents without frontal forces,the airbag will not be activated.The driver and passengers willthen be protected by thefastened seat belts.

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Important!The “SRS” is designed to re-duce the potential of injury incertain frontal and front-angledimpacts which may cause in-juries, however, no systemavailable today can totallyeliminate injuries and fatalities.The activation of the “SRS”temporarily releases a smallamount of dust from the airbag.This dust, however, is neitherinjurious to your health, nordoes it indicate a fire in thevehicle.The service life of the airbagextends to the date indicated onthe label located on the driver-side door latch post. To providecontinued reliability after thatdate, it should be inspected byan authorized Mercedes-Benzdealer at that time and replacedwhen necessary.

Warning!It is very important for yoursafety to be in a properly seat-inged position and to wearyour seat belt.For maximum protection inthe event of a collision alwaysbe in a normal seated positionwith your back against theseat back. Fasten your seatbelt and ensure that it isproperly positioned on thebody.Since the airbag inflates withconsiderable speed and force,a proper seating position willkeep you a safe distance fromthe airbag:l Sit properly belted in an

upright position with yourback against the seat back.

Do not lean with your heador chest close to the steer-ing wheel or dashboard.Adjust the passenger seatas far as possible rearwardfrom the dashboard, espe-cially if a child restraint isinstalled.Infants and small childrenshould only be seated in arear seat and be properlysecured in a child restraintsystem.

Failure to follow these instruc-tions can result in severe inju-ries to you or other occupants.

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Safety Guidelines for the SeatBelt, Emergency TensioningRetractor and Airbag

Warning!Damaged belts or belts thatwere highly stressed in anaccident must be replacedand their anchoring pointsmust also be checked. Useonly belts installed orsupplied by an authorizedMercedes-Benz dealer.Do not pass belts oversharp edges.Bo not make any modifica-tion that could change theeffectiveness of the belts.The “SRS” is designed tofunction on a one-time onlybasis. An airbag or emer-gency tensioning retractor(ETR) that was activatedmust be replaced.

No modifications of anykind may be made to anycomponents or wiring of the“SRS”. This includes theinstallation of additional trimmaterial, badges etc. overthe steering wheel hub andinstallation of additionalelectrical/electronic equip-ment on or near “SRS”components and wiring.Several airbag system com-ponents at the steeringwheel get hot after the air-bag has inflated. Don’t try totouch them.Improper work on thesystem, including incorrectinstallation and removal,can lead to possible injurythrough an uncontrolledactivation of the “SRS”.

When you sell the vehicle westrongly urge you to give notice tothe subseauent owner that it isequipped \;vith an “SRS” byalerting him to the applicablesection in the Owner’s Manual.

In addition, through impro-per work there is the risk ofrendering the “SRS” in-operative. Work on the“SRS” must therefore onlybe performed by an autho-rized Mercedes-Benz dealer.When scrapping the airbagunit or emergency tension-ing retractor, it is mandatoryto follow our safety instruc-tions. These instructionsare available at your autho-rized Mercedes-Benz dealer.

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Infant and Child RestraintSystemsWe recommend that all infantsand children be restrained at alltimes while the vehicle is inmotion.

Important!The use of infant or child re-straints is required by law in all50 states and all Canadian pro-vinces.Infants and small children shouldbe seated in an infant or childrestraint system, which is properlysecured by the lap belt or lap beltportion of a lap-shoulder belt, andthat complies with U.S. FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard213 and Canadian Motor VehicleSafety Standard 213.1. A state-ment by the child restraint manu-facturer of compliance with thisstandard can be found on theinstruction label on the restraintand in the instruction manualprovided with the restraint.When using any infant or childrestraint system, be sure to care-fully read and follow all manufac-turer’s instructions for installationand use.

Warning!According to accident statis-tics, children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in thefront seating positions.Infants and small childrenshould never be held on thelap while the vehicle is inmotion. During an accidentthey would be almost impos-sible to hold, and could becrushed between the adult andthe dashboard.Infants and small childrenshould never share a seat beltwith another occupant. Duringan accident, they could becrushed between the occupantand seat belt.Children too big for child re-straint systems should ride inrear seats using regular seatbelts. Position shoulder beltacross chest and shoulder, no1face or neck. A booster seatmay be necessary to achieveproper belt positioning.

When the child restraint is notin use, remove it from the caror secure it with the seat beltto prevent the child restraintfrom becoming a projectile inthe event of an accident.

U.S.A. Models onlySince 1986 all U.S. child restraintscomply with U.S. regulationswithout the use of a tether strap.Canada Models only:This vehicle can be equipped withtether anchorages for a top tetherstrap. Consult your authorizedMercedes-Benz dealer for instal-lation of these anchorages.In compliance with CanadianMotor Vehicle Safety Standard210.1, child restraint tetheranchorage hardware is attached tothe tool kit located in the trunk.

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Steering Lock0 The key can be withdrawn in

this position only. The steeringis locked with the key removedfrom the steering lock.

1 Steering is unlocked.(If necessary, move steeringwheel slightly to allow the keyto be turned clockwise toposition 1.)

In models equipped with auto- 2 Driving position.matic transmission, the key canbe removed only with the selec-

3 Starting position.

tor lever in position “P”. AfterRefer to Index for Starting and

removing the key or with the turning off the engine.key in steering lock position 0,the selector lever is locked inposition “P”.

Warning!Models with manual trans-mission: Do not remove keyfrom the steering lock whilethe vehicle is in motion as thiswill cause the engagement ofthe steering lock thus render-ing the vehicle impossible tosteer.

Warning!When leaving the vehiclealways remove the key fromthe steering lock. Do not leavechildren unattended in thevehicle. Unsupervised use ofvehicle equipment may causeserious personal injury.

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Notes:The following items can be operat-ed with the key in steering lockposition 1:Wiper,windshield washer system,headlamp cleaning system(only in exterior lamp switchpositions ‘,ooc or ZD )headlamp flasher,lighter,glove box lamp,sliding roof,rear window defroster,power windows,power seats.

An audible warning will sound Unnecessary strain on the batterywhen the driver’s door is opened and charging system may bewith the key in steering lock posi- minimized by turning off thetion 1 or 0. following power consumers, forWith the engine at idle speed, the example: Heated seats, rear win-charging rate of the alternator (out- dew defroster.put) is limited.It is therefore recommended toturn off unnecessary electricalconsumers while driving instop-and-go traffic. This precautionhelps to avoid draining of thebattery.

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Exterior Lamp Switch [-;q-]

Canada only:When the engine is running, thelow beam (includes parking lamps,side marker lamps, taillamps, li-cense plate lamps and instrumentpanel lamps) are automaticallyswitched on.Note:For nighttime driving the exteriorlamp switch should be turned toposition ZO to permit activation ofthe high beam headlamps.

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Parking lamps (includesside marker lamps, tail-lamps, license platelamps, instrument panellamps)Canada only:When the engine is run-ning, the low beam isadditionally switched on.Parking lamps plus lowbeam or high beamheadlamps (combinationswitch pushed forward)Standing lamps, right(turn left one stop)Standing lamps, left(turn left two stops)Fog lamps(pull out one stop) withparking and/or head-lamps onRear fog lamp(pull out to 2nd detent)In addition to fog lamps.Indicator lamp in lampswitch comes on.

Standing LampsWhen the vehicle is parked on thestreet the standing lamps (right orleft side parking lamps) can beturned on, making the vehiclemore visible to passing vehicles.The standing lamps can only beoperated with the key in steeringlock position 0 or 1.Notes:With the key removed and thedriver’s door open, an audiblewarning will sound if the vehicle’sexterior lamps (except standinglamps) are not switched off.Fog lamps will operate togetherwith the parking lamps and thelow or high beam headlamps. Foglamps should only be used in con-junction with low beam head-lamps. Consult your state MotorVehicle Regulations regardingallowable lamp operation.Fog lamps are automaticallyswitched off when the exteriorlamp switch is turned to posi-tion Q .

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Combination Switch

;$‘gyg$y; ;;gg ?bP)Wigh beam flasher (high beamavailable independent ofexterior lamp switch position)Turn signals, rightTurn signals, left

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To operate the turn signals, movethe combination switch past thepoint of resistance (up or down).The switch is automatically cancel-ed when the steering wheel isturned to a large enough degree.To signal minor directionalchanges, such as changing laneson a highway, move combinationswitch to the point of resistanceonly and hold it there.

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windshield washer systemheadlamp cleaning system(will work only with exteriorlamp switch in position 500:or s_D .Canada only:Also in position 0 when theengine is running)

When the washer system isactivated, the wiper also opera-tes for a limited time.The windshield washer nozzlesare automatically heated.

7 Windshield wiper control0 Wiper offI Intermittent wipingII Normal wiper speedIII Fast wiper speed

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Note:If one of the turn signals fails, theturn signal indicator systemflashes and sounds at a faster ratethan normal.If the windshield wiper smears thewindshield, even during rain, acti-vate the washer system as oftenas necessary. The fluid in thewasher reservoir should be mixedin the correct ratio.

Windshield Washer Fluid MixingRatioFor temperatures above freezing:MB Windshield Washer Concen-trate “S” and water1 part “9 to 100 parts water(40 ml “S” to 1 gallon water).For temperatures below freezing:MB Windshield Washer Concen-trate “S” and commercially avail-able premixed windshield washersolvent/antifreeze1 part “S” to 100 parts solvent(40 ml “S” to 1 gallon solvent).

Shelf below Rear Window

Warning! IThe shelf below the rear win-dow should not be used tocarry objects. This will preventsuch objects from beingthrown about and injuringvehicle occupants during anaccident or sudden maneuver.

Inside Rear View MirrorThe mirror can be tilted to the anti-glare night position using the leverat its lower edge.Use your inside mirror to deter-mine the size and distance ofobjects seen in the passenger-side convex mirror.

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Exterior Rear View Mirrors1 Adjusting lever2 Exterior mirrorThe exterior mirrors have elec-trically heated glass. The heaterswitches on automatically, de-pending on outside temperature.Driver’s side:The exterior mirror (2) can beadjusted from inside the vehicleby moving adjusting lever (1) inthe desired direction.

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Passenger-side:The passenger-side exterior mirroris convex (outwardly curved sur-face for a wider field of view).To adjust the mirror:Turn key in steering lock to posi-tion 2. The exterior mirror can beadjusted using the switch located. . a*. . . .

Note:If the mirror housing is forciblypivoted from its normal position, itmust be repositioned by applyingfirm pressure until it snaps intoplace.

In the center console. AUjUSt tnemirror so you can just see the sideof your vehicle in the portion of themirror closest to the car.

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Sun Visors Vanity mirror: Interior LampsSwing sun visors down to protect With the visor engaged in its inner The switch for the front lampagainst sun glare. mounting, the lamp can be (combination interior and readingIf sunlight enters through the side switched on by opening the cover. lamp) has 4 positions.window, disengage visor from 1 Interior and reading lampinner mounting and pivot to the switched on continuously.side. 2 Interior and reading lamp

switched off.3 Reading lamp switched on

continuously.4 Interior lamp is switched on,

and off delayed, by the frontdoor contact switches. How-ever, there will be no delaywhen the key is in steering lockposition 2.

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Rear Window DefrosterWith engine running, press symbolside of rocker switch to turn on,press left side to turn off.When activating the rear windowdefroster, the indicator lamp in theswitch will come on.

Note:The rear window defroster uses alarge amount of power. To keepthe battery drain to a minimum,turn off the defroster as soon asthe window is clear. The defrosteris automatically turned off after amaximum of 20 minutes of opera-tion. Heavy accumulation of snowand ice should be removed beforeactivating the defroster.If several power consumers areturned on simultaneously, or thebattery is only partially charged, itis possible that the defroster willautomatically turn itself off. Whenthis happens, the indicator lampinside the switch starts blinking.As soon as the battery has suffi-cient voltage, the defroster auto-matically turns itself back on.

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LighterTurn key in steering lock to posi-tion 1 or 2.Touch the ashtray lid. The ashtrayopens automatically.Push in lighter; it will pop out auto-

or sides of lighter,

Sili;;FeRoof with Rear Pop-Up

Turn key in steering lock to posi-tion 1 or 2. Activate switch.1 to slide roof open2 to slide roof closed3 to raise roof at rear4 to lower roof at rearThe switch is illuminated when theexterior lamps are switched on(except standing lamps).The sliding roof can be opened orclosed manually should an elec-trical malfunction occur, refer toEmergency Operation in Index.

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Power WindowsSwitch group for power windows:1 left, front2 left, rear3 right, front4 right, rear5 safety switch6 individual switches (rear doors)

The power windows can only beoperated with the key in steeringlock position 1 or 2.All four windows can then beoperated using the switches in thecenter console. The rear door win-dows can also be operated usingthe switches (6) in each rear doorpanel. If inadvertent operation ofthe rear windows by switch (6) (forinstance by children) is to be pre-vented, push safety switch (5) tothe right (symbol becomes visible).

Warning!When leaving the vehicle, al-ways remove the key from thesteering lock. Do not leavechildren unattended in thevehicle. Unsupervised use ofvehicle equipment can causeserious personal iniury.

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AntennaThe antenna extends whenswitching on the radio and/ortelephone.Note:To retract the antenna (e.g. whenentering a car wash) both radioand telephone must be switchedoff.

Cellular TelephoneThe vehicle is prepared for theinstallation of a cellular telephone.For further information and instal-lation contact your authorizedMercedes-Benz dealer.

Warning!Some jurisdictions prohibit thedriver from using a cellulartelephone while driving avehicle. Therefore, for safetyreasons, the driver should notuse the cellular telephonewhile the vehicle is in motion.Stop the vehicle in a safelocation before answering orplacing a call.