Vehicle controls Mercedes M-Class (W163)

Single lock for car access
All models discussed in this manual are equipped as standard with a single remote-controlled lock. When buying a car, the owner is presented with two main remote...

Unlocking and locking the doors
Scheme of activation / deactivation of the additional locking of the rear door 1 - Additional blocking enabled 2 - Additional blocking is disabled 3 - Lock off button...

Access to luggage compartment
Elements for opening / closing the tailgate from the outside 1 - handle fairing 2 - Handle 3 - Recess for lowering the door Release / blocking of the latch of the...

Access to the fuel tank filler neck
To unlock the fuel filler cap manually (when a single lock fails) turn the key (1) all the way to the right. If the fuel filler cap latch release device fails to operate...

Access to the underhood space
Location of the hood latch release lever handle (1) The handle for releasing the additional latch of the latch of the hood lock (2) should protrude slightly from the...

Access to the storage box of the right front seat
Lockable (1) retractable storage box equipped under the front passenger seat Under the front passenger seat is equipped with a lockable pull-out glove box. To unlock the...

Anti-theft system
The layout of the components of the anti-theft system 1 - Sensor-switch of the hood; 2 - Sensor-switch of the internal volume of the passenger compartment / protection...

Elements of security systems — general information
All cars considered in this Guide are equipped with a set of tools designed to protect the driver and passengers in the event of a traffic accident. This includes seats...

Rules for the use of passive safety equipment for the driver and passengers
The front seats should be removed from the dashboard of the car to the maximum possible distance, providing the driver with the ability to freely control the vehicle;...

Seat adjustment
Elements of a mechanical drive for adjusting the position of the front seat (1 of 2) 1 - Lever for adjusting the position of the seat in the longitudinal direction; 2 -...

Supplemental Security System (SRS)
Among the devices and components that form the additional security system (SRS) includes: two front (frontal) airbags. The driver's airbag module is housed in the...

Risk of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning
Engine exhaust gases contain highly toxic carbon monoxide (SO). With a working exhaust system and proper operation of the car, the exhaust gases of the engine should not...

Instrument panel and center console
Layout of components on the instrument panel 1 - Cup holder; 2 - Parking brake release handle; 3 - Parking brake pedal; 4 - Handle for adjusting the position of the...

Instrument cluster, meters and control lamps and indicator lights
The design of the instrument cluster 1 - Coolant temperature meter; 2 - Outdoor air temperature indicator; 3 - Fuel gauge with a minimum reserve control lamp; 4 -...

Controls and interior equipment
Switching the operating modes of the headlights and activating the direction indicators 1 - Position «high beam»; 2 - High beam signaling; 3 - Activation of right turn...

Luggage compartment equipment
The appearance of the luggage compartment is shown in the illustration. Car luggage compartment First aid kit and warning triangle The regular first-aid kit is equipped...

Replacing wiper blades
Replacement of the rubber working element of the brush 1 - Brush 2 - Spring clips 3 - Rubber working element 4 - Bracket-lock Note. Alternatively, the rubber working...

Automated air conditioning system (climate control)
The automatic air conditioning system, which is standard on some models, operates only when the engine is running. When selecting economy mode (ACoff), the cooling...

COMMAND system, radio, telephone and radio station
Information on using the functions of the COMMAND system, audio system, telephone and radio station (depending on vehicle configuration) can be obtained from the...