Function restrictions
You will not be able to use the telephone, will
no longer be able to use the telephone, or you
may have to wait before using it, in the
following situations:
• when the mobile phone is switched off
• when the "Bluetooth®" function is switched
off in COMAND
• when the "Bluetooth®" function is switched
off on the mobile phone
• if the mobile phone is not logged into a
mobile phone network
The telephone automatically tries to log
on to a network. If no network is available,
you will not be able to make a "911"
emergency call. If you attempt to make an
outgoing call, the NO SERVICE message will
appear for a short while.
• if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock during an active conversation in hands-free mode, the conversation may be continued for up to 30 minutes. After that time, it will be interrupted.
You can prevent this interruption by switching to "private call" ("private mode") on the mobile phone before deactivating COMAND (see mobile phone operating instructions).
If you wish to switch off COMAND during an active conversation in hands-free mode, the following message will appear: You cannot shut off COMAND until you have finished your telephone call
See also:
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Problem
Possible causes/consequences and
Solutions
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Switching locator lighting on/off
If you switch on the locator lighting, the
following come on in the dark after you have
unlocked the vehicle using the remote
control:
• the parking lamps
• the tail lamps
• the license ...