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On-board computer and displays

Displays and controls. Operating the on-board computer

In this manual: On-board computer and displays
Introduction — 5At a glance — 6Safety — 25Opening and Closing — 17Seats, steering wheel and mirrors — 12Lights and windshield wipers — 11Climate Control — 11Driving and parking — 44On-board computer and displays — 29Stowing and Useful Information. Good to Know — 1Stowing and Useful Information. Storage Options — 10Stowage and convenience features. Convenience features — 7Maintenance and care — 11Roadside assistance — 13Wheels and tires — 13Technical data — 13
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The on-board computer in the Mercedes E-Class (4th generation, W212, 2009–2016) can be operated conveniently using the multifunction steering wheel. This chapter explains the functions of the buttons and provides tips for navigating through menus and submenus. This makes operating the vehicle convenient and safe.

Overview

Übersicht
Multifunction display
Vehicles with Audio 20: Switch on voice control navigation (see manufacturer's operator's manual)
Vehicles with COMAND Online: Switch on LINGUATRONIC (see separate operator's manual)
Right-hand control panel
Left-hand control panel
Back button
Activating the on-board computer: Turn the key in the ignition lock to position 1.

Use the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel to control the display in the multifunction display and the settings in the on-board computer.

Left-hand control panel
  • Calling up the menu bar and selecting a menu
Press briefly:
  • Scroll through lists
  • Select a submenu or function
  • Vehicles with Audio 20: In the Audio menu, select the previous or next stored station when the presets or station list is active, or select an audio track
  • Vehicles with COMAND Online: In the Audio menu, select the previous or next station when the presets or station list is active, or select an audio track or video scene
  • In the Tel (phone) menu, switch to the phone book and select a name or phone number
Press and hold:
  • Vehicles with Audio 20: In the Audio menu, select the previous or next station when the presets are active, or select an audio track or video scene using fast scrolling
  • Vehicles with COMAND Online: In the Audio menu, select the preset list or select a station list in the desired frequency range, or select an audio track or video scene using fast scrolling
  • In the Tel (phone) menu, start fast scrolling when the phone book is open
  • Confirm selection or display message
  • In the Tel (phone) menu, switch to the phone book and start dialing the selected number

Right-hand control panel

  • Reject or end call
  • Exit phone book or redial memory
  • Make or accept call
  • Switch to the redial memory
  • Change volume
  • Switch sound off and on

Back button

Press briefly:
  • Back
  • Vehicles with Audio 20:

    Switch off voice control navigation (see manufacturer's operator's manual)

  • Vehicles with COMAND Online:

    Switch off LINGUATRONIC (see separate operator's manual)

  • Hide display messages or call up the last used function of the Travel menu
  • Exit phone book or redial memory
Press and hold:
  • Call up the standard display in the Travel menu

The on-board computer in the Mercedes E-Class W212 (model years 2009–2016) can be operated conveniently using the multifunction steering wheel. The clear menu structure helps the driver quickly find important settings and information.

In this way, the system contributes to safe and convenient vehicle operation, another example of the sophisticated technology of the E-Class.

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