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.
Winter driving
General notes
WARNING
If you shift down on a slippery road surface in
an attempt to increase the engine's braking
effect, the drive wheels could lose their grip.
There is an increased danger of ...
Outside temperature display
WARNING
The outside temperature indicator is not
designed to serve as an ice-warning device
and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose.
Indicated temperatures just above the
freezing point do ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Only use fuses that have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles and that have the
correct fuse rating for the systems
concerned. Do not attempt to repair or bridge
faulty fuses. Using f ...