Opening and closing
You can continue to operate the
sliding
sunroof after switching off the engine or
removing the SmartKey from the ignition
lock. This function is available for up to five
minutes or until the driver's or frontpassenger
door is opened.

Overhead control panel
1 To raise
2 To open
3 To close/lower
Turn the SmartKey to position
1 or 2 in the ignition lock.
Press or pull the
switch in the corresponding
direction.
If you press the
switch beyond the
point of resistance, an automatic opening/closing process is started in the
corresponding direction. You can stop
automatic operation by operating the
switch again.
When opening and raising the roof,
automatic operation is only available if the
sliding sunroof is in the closed position.
The sun protection cover automatically opens along with the sliding sunroof. You can open or close the sun protection cover manually when the sliding sunroof is raised or closed.
See also:
Towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised
Only possible on vehicles without
4MATIC.
When towing your vehicle with the rear axle
raised, it is important that you observe the
safety instructions.
The ignition must be switched
off if ...
Vehicle identification plate with
vehicle identification number (VIN)
and paint code number
– Open the driver's door.
You will see vehicle identification plate 1.
Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)
2 Paint code
3 VIN
Example: vehicle identification plate (Canad ...
Setting the air distribution
Air distribution settings
Automatic climate control: the air distribution
can be set individually for the driver's and
front-passenger sides.
Front control unit:
Directs the airflow through the
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