Important safety notes
The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate.
Tailgate opening dimensions .
If the tailgate can no longer be opened from outside the vehicle, use the emergency release on the inside of the tailgate.
Opening

■ Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey .
■ Insert mechanical key 2 into the opening in paneling 1.
■ Turn mechanical key 2 90° clockwise.
■ Push mechanical key 2 in the direction of the arrow and open the tailgate.
Securing cargo
Important safety notes
WARNING
Distribute the load on the cargo tie down rings
evenly.
Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be
injured by objects being thrown around if you:
• brake sharply
• c ...
Winter operation
Please bear the following in mind
At the onset of winter, have your vehicle
winterproofed at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
Observe the notes in the ...
Steering wheel heating
Activating/deactivating
1 To switch on the steering-wheel heating
2 To switch off the steering-wheel heating
3 Indicator lamp
The steering-wheel heating heats the leather
areas of the steering ...