Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open.
When closing the cover, make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair the operation of the fuses.

■ Open the hood.
■ Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth.
■ To open: open clamps 2.
■ Fold up cover 1 in the direction of the arrow and remove it.
■ To close: check whether the seal is seated correctly in cover 1.
■ Insert cover 1 at the side of the fuse box into the retainers.
■ Fold down cover 1 and close clamps 2.
■ Close the hood.
Driving systems
Cruise control
Important safety notes
WARNING
The cruise control is a convenience system
designed to assist the driver during vehicle
operation. The driver is and must always
remain responsible ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
The vehicle is braked when the HOLD function
or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. Therefore,
deactivate HOLD and DISTRONIC PLUS if the
vehicle is to be towed.
The vehicle can be towed a maximu ...
Fuel filler flap emergency release
The emergency release is located in the cargo
compartment, on the right-hand side when
viewed in the direction of travel, behind the
rear panel trim.
The vehicle body in the emergency
release ...