Overview of transmission positions
The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the steering column.
P Park position with parking lock
R Reverse gear
N Neutral
D Drive
The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns
to its original position. The current
transmission position P, R, N or D appears
in the transmission position display
in the multifunction display.
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Using the rear center seat belt
If the left-hand rear seat backrest is folded
down and back up again, the rear center seat
belt may lock. The seat belt can then not be
pulled out.
To release the rear center seat belt:pull
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Displaying a service message
► Switch on the ignition.
► Press
to select the standard
display menu on the steering wheel.
► Select
to select the service
interval display.
The service due date appears ...
The electronic guardian angel: PRE-SAFE has a preventive effect
Occupant protection in the new Mercedes-Benz R-Class begins well before an
accident. The Mercedes-Benz invention PRE-SAFE is able to activate preventive
measures reflexively when it recognises the ...