System self-test
After you have switched on the ignition, the system carries out a self-diagnosis.
WARNING
A malfunction in the system has been
detected if one of the following conditions
occurs:
• the indicator lamp in the SOS button does not light up during the system
self-diagnosis.
• the indicator lamp in the
Roadside Assistance button does not light up during the system self-diagnosis.
• The indicator lamp in the
information button does not light up during selfdiagnosis of the system.
• the indicator lamp in the SOS button,
Roadside Assistance button or
information button continues to be
lit red after the system self-diagnosis.
• The Tele Aid Inoperative or Tele Aid Not Activated message appears in the
multifunction display after the system self-test.
If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above,
the system may not operate as expected. In
the event of an emergency, assistance must
be summoned by other means.
Have the system checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact
the following service hotlines:
• USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center under
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
or 1-888-990-9007
• Canada: Customer Service at
1-888-923-8367
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Transmission position and drive
program display
The current transmission position and drive
program appear in the multifunction display.
1. Transmission position display
2. Drive program display
The arrows in the transmission position
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Safety notes
WARNING
COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser
product. You must not open the casing. If you
open the casing, or if the casing is faulty or
damaged, there is a risk of exposure to
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