R350 Bluetec in the Market
One look at Mercedes' 2010 sales numbers is all you need to understand the R-Class' niche status. In a year when the automaker's midsize M-Class and full-size GL-Class SUVs sold around 30,000 and 20,000 copies, respectively, approximately 3,000 R-Class models left the lot. It's a stark example of the SUV's staying power in the U.S. market.
That said, if you're considering a luxury SUV but might be willing to step outside the SUV box, you'll probably find more to like in the R-Class than you think. It's an eminently sensible SUV alternative — especially if you never venture off-road.
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Adjusting the steering wheelmanually
This function is only available in vehicles in
the USA.
1 Release handle
2 To adjust the steering wheel height
3 To adjust the steering wheel position
(fore-and-aft adjustment)
► Pull ...
Cleaning genuine wood and trim elements
Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g.
a microfiber cloth.
Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved
by Mercedes-Benz.
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Activating/deactivating climate
control
Important information
WARNING
When the climate control system is
deactivated, the outside air supply and
circulation are also deactivated. Only choose
this setting for a short time. Otherw ...