Problems with the rear window defroster
The rear window defroster has deactivated itself prematurely or cannot be activated.
•► Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps or interior lighting.
When the battery is sufficiently charged, the rear window defroster is activated again automatically.
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Attaching the roof carrier
Open covers 1 carefully in the direction of
the arrow.
Fold covers 1 upwards.
Only secure the roof carrier to the
anchorage points under covers 1.
Observe the manufacturer's installation ...
Transfer case
This section is only valid for vehicles with 4-
wheel drive (4MATIC). Power is always
transmitted to both axles.
Performance tests may only be carried
out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake
s ...
Front-end structure: crumple zone on four levels
Compared to the previous model series, the Mercedes engineers have further
enlarged the deformation zones substantially in the front and rear sections of
the new CLS, as well as improving the ener ...