Notes on using dual-zone automatic climate control

The following contains notes and recommendations on optimum use of dualzone automatic climate control.

 - Activate climate control using the buttons. The indicator lamps above and the and buttons. The indicator lamps above the buttons light up. and  - Set the temperature to 72 °F (22 buttons light up.

 - Set the temperature to 72 °F (22 °C).

 - Only use the "defrosting" function briefly until the windshield is clear again.

 - Only use "air-recirculation" mode briefly, e.g. if there are unpleasant outside odors or when in a tunnel. The windows could otherwise fog up as, in air-recirculation mode, no fresh air is drawn into the vehicle.

 - Use the ZONE function to adopt the temperature settings on the driver's side for the front-passenger side as well. The indicator lamp above the goes button goes out.

    See also:

    Proper use
    WARNING   There are various warning stickers affixed to your vehicle. Their purpose is to alert you and others to various dangers. Therefore, do not remove any warning stickers unless th ...

    Using KEYLESS-GO
    The KEYLESS-GO key must be outside the vehicle. All the doors must be closed. •► Touch recessed sensor surface 1 on the door handle until the side windows and the sliding sunroof or the ...

    Smaller tank, same range
    Because the new Mercedes CLS models consume significantly less fuel, it has been possible to reduce the filling volume of the fuel tank in the four and six-cylinder models to 59 litres. The 80-lit ...