Defrosting the windshield
You can use this function to defrost the windshield or to defrost the inside of the windshield and the side windows.
You should only select the defrosting function until the windshield is clear again.
•► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
•► To activate: press the
button.
The indicator lamp above the 
button
lights up.
The climate control system switches to the following functions:
- cooling with air dehumidification on
- high airflow
- high temperature
- air distribution to the windshield and
front side windows
- air-recirculation mode off
•► To switch off: press the
button.
The indicator lamp above the 
button
goes out. The previously selected settings
come into effect again. The cooling with air
dehumidification function remains on. Airrecirculation
mode remains deactivated.
or
•► Press the 
button.
The indicator lamp above the 
button
goes out. Airflow and air distribution are set
to automatic mode.
or
•► Automatic climate control: press temperature button 9 or 12 up or down.
Automatic climate control: press
temperature button 10 or 14 up or down.
or
•► Dual-zone automatic climate control:
press switch 11 up or down.
3-zone automatic climate control: press button 12 up or down
See also:
Displaying service messages
– Switch on the ignition.
– Press or
on the steering wheel
to select the Serv. menu.
– Press or
to select the ASSYST
PLUS submenu and press to confirm.
The service due date appears in th ...
Automatic anti-glare mirrors
WARNING
If incident light from headlamps is prevented
from striking the sensor in the rear-view
mirror, for instance, by luggage piled too high
in the vehicle, the mirror's automatic antigl ...
Important safety notes
A license agreement must exist in order to activate the mbrace service. Ensure
that your system is activated and ready for use, and press the
MB Info call button to register. If
any of the st ...