Defrosting the windshield
You can use this function to defrost the windshield or to defrost the inside of the windshield and the side windows.
You should only select the defrosting function until the windshield is clear again.
► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
► To activate: press the 
button.
The indicator lamp in the 
button
lights
up.
The climate control system switches to the
following functions:
• cooling with air dehumidification (only
with engine running)
• high airflow (depending on the outside
temperature)
• high temperature (depending on the
outside temperature)
• air distribution to the windshield and
front side windows
• air-recirculation mode off
► To deactivate: press the 
button. The indicator lamp in the 
button goes
out. The previously selected settings are
restored. The cooling with air
dehumidification function remains on. Airrecirculation
mode remains deactivated.
or
► Press the 
button. The indicator
lamp in the 
button goes
out. Airflow and air distribution are set to
automatic mode.
or
► Turn controls 1 or 6 clockwise or
counter-clockwise .
or
► Press the 
or
button.
See also:
Headlamp cleaning system
The headlamps are cleaned automatically if the "Wipe with washer fluid"
function is operated five times while the
lights are on and the engine is running. When
you switch off ...
Through-loading facility in the rear
If objects or loads are not secured when being
transported in the through-loading facility,
they could slip or be thrown around and
thereby hit vehicle occupants.
Observe the loading guidelines& ...
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive)
Never tow the vehicle with one axle
raised. This may damage the transfer case.
Damage of this sort is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All
wheels must remain either on the grou ...