4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive)

4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are permanently driven. Together with ESP® and 4ETS, it improves the traction of your vehicle whenever a drive wheel spins due to insufficient grip. WARNING&n ...

Important safety notes

DSR is an aid to assist you when driving downhill. It keeps the speed of travel at the speed selected on the on-board computer. The steeper the downhill gradient, the greater the DSR braking eff ...

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Steering-wheel-mounted controls for audio
Menu control switch While the display is showing a MAP, STATUS or Audio screen, tilt the switch upward or downward to select a station, track, CD or folder. For most audio sources, tilting th ...

Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight. Notice: Do not use petroleum based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle's paint, me ...

To protect your vehicle from corrosion
► Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the vehicle clean. ► Always check for minor damage to the paint and repair it as soon as possible. ► Keep drain holes at the bottom ...