12 V sockets
General notes
If you are simultaneously using all three sockets in the vehicle, make sure that you do not exceed the maximum current draw of 45 A. Otherwise, you will overload the fuses.
The sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum current draw of 180 W (15 A), e.g.
lamps or chargers for mobile phones.
If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off, the battery may discharge.
► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Socket in the front-passenger footwell
► Lift up the cover of the socket.
The cigarette lighter socket can be also used . This is the case even if the SmartKey has been removed from the ignition lock.
Socket in the rear compartment
The socket is located on the center console in the rear compartment.
► Lift up the cover of the socket.
Socket in the cargo compartment
The socket is located in the cargo compartment on the left-hand side, when viewed in the direction of travel, next to the rear door.
► Lift up the cover of the socket.
See also:
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 ...
Coolant
Important safety notes
WARNING
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot
components in the engine compartment, it
may ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Let the engine cool down before ...
Interior lighting con
General notes
In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from
discharging, the interior lighting functions are
automatically deactivated after some time
unless the SmartKey is in position 2 in the
...