2009 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 131

Controls in detail Driving and parking Vehicles without panorama roof X Press and hold the lock button on an outside door handle (Y page 87) until the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof are completely closed. X Driving and parking Safety notes G Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals' range of movement. Keep the driver's footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure the pedals still have sufficient clearance. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could lead to accidents and injury. G Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly. Starting the engine G Warning! Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death. Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open at all times. Release the lock button on the outside door handle to interrupt the closing procedure. Vehicles with panorama roof When tilt/sliding panel is opened: X Press and hold the lock button on an outside door handle (Y page 87) until the windows and the tilt/sliding panel are completely closed. Press and hold the lock button on an outside door handle again. The roller sunblinds extend. Release the lock button on the outside door handle to interrupt the closing procedure. Press and hold the lock button on an outside door handle (Y page 87) until the windows and the roller sunblinds are completely closed. Release the lock button on the outside door handle to interrupt the closing procedure. X X When tilt/sliding panel is closed: X X Z 129