New for 2011

There are no major changes, but "mbrace," a new telematics system, replaces Tele Aid and has features such as locating a vehicle in a parking lot and remotely locking and unlocking doors with an iPhone or BlackBerry.

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    Showing the distance display
    This function is only available with DISTRONIC PLUS. Press the or button on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. Press the or button to select Distance Display. Press ...

    Slippery road surfaces
    WARNING The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice-warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point ...

    General notes
    If the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key. If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door or the trunk lid/ tailgate, th ...