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G WARNING
Warning notes draw your attention to hazards
that endanger your health or life, or the health
or life of others.
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Environmental notes provide you with
information on environmentally aware actions
or disposal.
As at 13.06.2012
Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz
We urge you to read this Operator's Manual
carefully and familiarize yourself with the
vehicle before driving. For your own safety
and a longer vehicle life, follow the
instructions and warning notices in this
manual. Ignoring them could result in damage
to the vehicle or personal injury to you or
others.
Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow
instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-
Benz Limited Warranty.
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Contents 3
COMAND D
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 112 Dashboard
Compass see Instrument cluster
Calibrating ..................................... 279 Dashboard lighting
Calling up ....................................... 278 see Instrument cluster lighting
Setting ........................................... 278 Data
Consumption statistics (on-board see Technical data
computer) .......................................... 201 Daytime running lamps
Convenience closing feature .............. 87 Display message ............................ 226
Convenience opening feature ............ 86 Switching on/off (on-board
Coolant (engine) computer) ...................................... 209
Checking the level ......................... 286 Switching on/off (switch) .............. 111
Display message ............................ 228 Dealerships
Filling capacity ............................... 353 see Qualified specialist workshop
Important safety notes .................. 352 Declarations of conformity ................. 25
Temperature (on-board computer) . 212 Delayed switch-off
Temperature gauge ........................ 198 Exterior lighting (on-board
Warning lamp ................................. 251 computer) ...................................... 210
Cooling Interior lighting .............................. 210
see Climate control Diagnostics connection ...................... 25
Cornering light function Digital speedometer ......................... 202
Changing bulbs .............................. 119 Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 291
Display message ............................ 224 Display messages
Function/notes ............................. 114 ASSYST PLUS ................................ 282
Crash-responsive emergency Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 216
lighting ............................................... 116 Driving systems ............................. 230
Cruise control Engine ............................................ 228
Cruise control lever ....................... 166 General notes ................................ 216
Deactivating ................................... 167 Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 216
Display message ............................ 235 KEYLESS-GO .................................. 240
Driving system ............................... 165 Lights ............................................. 224
Function/notes ............................. 165 Safety systems .............................. 217
Important safety notes .................. 165 SmartKey ....................................... 240
Setting a speed .............................. 167 Tires ............................................... 236
Storing and maintaining current Vehicle ........................................... 238
speed ............................................. 166 Distance display (on-board
Cup holder computer) .......................................... 206
Center console .............................. 261 Distance recorder ............................. 201
Important safety notes .................. 261 see Odometer
Rear compartment ......................... 262 see Trip odometer
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 26 Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 253
Customer Relations Department ....... 26 DISTRONIC PLUS
Activation conditions ..................... 169
Deactivating ................................... 173
Display message ............................ 233
Displays in the multifunction
display ........................................... 173
8 Index
Protection of the environment Rchange gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
General notes
Rswitch off the engine in stationary traffic.
H Environmental note Rkeep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
Daimler's declared policy is one of consumption.
comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this Environmental concerns and
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner recommendations
that takes the requirements of both nature
Wherever the operating instructions require
and humanity into account.
you to dispose of materials, first try to
You too can help to protect the environment regenerate or re-use them. Observe the
by operating your vehicle in an relevant environmental rules and regulations
environmentally responsible manner. when disposing of materials. In this way you
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, will help to protect the environment.
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
Roperating conditions of your vehicle Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Ryour personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
H Environmental note
bear the following in mind: Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
Operating conditions:
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
Ravoid short trips as these increase fuel same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
consumption. parts.
Ralways make sure that the tire pressures
are correct. ! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning
Rdo not carry any unnecessary weight. Devices, as well as control units and
Rremove roof racks once you no longer need
sensors for these restraint systems, may be
installed in the following areas of your
them.
vehicle:
Ra regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
Rdoors
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals. Rdoor pillars
Ralways have service work carried out at a Rdoor sills
qualified specialist workshop. Rseats
Personal driving style: Rcockpit
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22 Introduction
Before you first drive off, read this Operator's RCalifornia, Connecticut, Maine,
Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
your vehicle. Rhode Island and Vermont Emission
For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, Control Systems Warranty
follow the instructions and warning notices in RState warranty enforcement laws (lemon
this manual. Disregarding them may lead to laws)
damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
Vehicle damage resulting from the disregard
of the instructions is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Introduction 23
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24 Introduction
In situations like this, the body, the including interference that may cause
undercarriage, chassis parts, wheels or tires undesired operation of the device."
could be damaged without the damage being
visible. Components damaged in this way can
unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an Diagnostics connection
accident, no longer withstand the strain they
The diagnostics connection is only intended
are designed to.
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
If the underbody paneling is damaged, a qualified specialist workshop.
combustible materials such as leaves, grass
or twigs can gather between the underbody G WARNING
and the underbody paneling. If these If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
materials come in contact with hot parts of connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
the exhaust system for an extended period, operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,
they can catch fire. the operating safety of the vehicle could be
Have the vehicle checked and repaired affected. There is a risk of an accident.
immediately at a qualified specialist Do not connect any equipment to a
workshop. If on continuing your journey you diagnostics connection in the vehicle.
notice that driving safety is impaired, pull over
and stop the vehicle immediately, paying G WARNING
attention to road and traffic conditions. In Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
such cases, visit a qualified specialist pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
workshop. The operating and road safety of the vehicle
is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
Declarations of conformity stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
Vehicle components which receive the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
and/or transmit radio waves securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle loose floormats.
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two ! If the engine is switched off and
conditions: 1) These devices may not cause equipment on the diagnostics connection
harmful interference, and 2) These devices is used, the starter battery may discharge.
must accept any interference received, Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
including interference that may cause connection can lead to emissions monitoring
undesired operation. Changes or information being reset, for example. This
modifications not expressly approved by the may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
party responsible for compliance could void requirements of the next emissions test
the user’s authority to operate the during the main inspection.
equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt Qualified specialist workshop
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
may not cause interference, and (2) These qualified specialist workshop. It has the
devices must accept any interference, necessary specialist knowledge, tools and
qualifications to correctly carry out the work
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26 Introduction
required on your vehicle. This is especially the If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
case for work relevant to safety. which could cause a crash or could cause
Observe the notes in the Maintenance injury or death, you should immediately
Booklet. inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Always have the following work carried out at Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center: notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Rwork
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
relevant to safety
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
Rservice and maintenance work safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
Rrepair work may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Ralterations, installation work and However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
modifications individual problems between you, your
Rwork on electronic components dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at
Problems with your vehicle 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
If you should experience a problem with your
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street,
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
SW., Washington, DC 20590.
affect its safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center You can also obtain other information about
immediately to have the problem diagnosed motor vehicle safety from
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to http://www.safercar.gov
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or
contact us at one of the following addresses. Limited Warranty
In the USA ! Follow the instructions in this manual
Customer Assistance Center about the proper operation of your vehicle
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC as well as about possible vehicle damage.
One Mercedes Drive Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350 instructions is not covered either by the
In Canada Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the
Customer Relations Department New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Data stored in the vehicle
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Information about electronic data
acquisition in the vehicle
Reporting safety defects
(Including notice pursuant to California Code
USA only: § 9951)
The following text is published as required of Your vehicle records electronic data. If your
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. vehicle is equipped with mbrace (Canada:
Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the TELE AID), data is transmitted in the event of
"National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act an accident.
of 1966".
Introduction 27
Information on copyright
General information
Information on license for free and open-
source software used in your vehicle and its
electronic components is available on the
following website:
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/
opensource
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29
Dashboard ........................................... 30
Instrument cluster .............................. 31
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 33
At a glance
Center console .................................... 34
Overhead control panel ...................... 36
Door control panel .............................. 37
30 Dashboard
Dashboard
At a glance
Instrument cluster
Displays and controls
At a glance
Function Page Function Page
: Fuel gauge ? Multifunction display 200
; Coolant temperature 198 A Tachometer 199
= Speedometer with B Instrument cluster lighting 198
segments 199
32 Instrument cluster
At a glance
Function Page Function Page
: Multifunction display 200 A =;
; Audio/COMAND display; Selects a menu 199
see the separate operating 9:
instructions Selects a submenu or
scrolls through lists 199
= ?
a
Switches on the Voice
Confirms your selection 199
Control System; see the
separate operating Hides display messages 216
instructions B %
? ~ Back 199
Rejects or ends a call 205 Switches off the Voice
Exits phone book/redial Control System; see the
memory separate operating
6 instructions
Makes or accepts a call
Switches to the redial
memory
WX
Adjusts the volume
8
Mute
34 Center console
Center console
Center console, upper section
At a glance
At a glance
Function Page Function Page
E Stowage compartment 256 I Audio/COMAND
Ashtray 263 controller; see the separate
Cigarette lighter 264 operating instructions
1 The Voice Control System is only available in combination with COMAND. Observe the additional operating
instructions.
Door control panel 37
At a glance
Function Page Function Page
: Opens the door 79 B W Opens/closes the
side windows 86
; %& Unlocks/locks
the vehicle 80 C n Activates/
deactivates the override
= Adjusts the seats
feature for the side
electrically 96
windows in the rear
? r45= compartment 63
Stores settings for the seat, D o Opens the trunk lid 83
exterior mirrors and
steering wheel 106
A 7Zö\
Adjusts and folds the
exterior mirrors in/out
electrically 103
38
39
Safety
Theft deterrent locking system ......... 71
40 Occupant safety
Safety
SRS system should only be carried out by
RAir bags qualified specialist personnel. Consult an
RAir bag control unit (with crash sensors)
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
REmergency Tensioning Devices
If it is necessary to modify an air bag system
RBelt force limiters to accommodate a person with disabilities,
SRS reduces the risk of occupants coming contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
into contact with the vehicle's interior in the for details. USA only: for further information
event of an accident. It can also reduce the contact our Customer Assistance center at
effect of the forces to which occupants are 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372).
subjected during an accident.
Safety guidelines for seat belts,
SRS warning lamp Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs)
SRS functions are checked regularly when
and air bags
you switch on the ignition and when the G WARNING
engine is running. Therefore, malfunctions RDamaged seat belts or seat belts that have
can be detected in good time. been subjected to stress in an accident
The 6 SRS warning lamp in the instrument must be replaced. Their anchoring points
cluster lights up when the ignition is switched must also be checked. Only use seat belts
on. It goes out no later than a few seconds installed or supplied by an authorized
after the engine is started. Mercedes-Benz Center.
The SRS components are in operational RAir bags and pyrotechnic Emergency
readiness when the 6 SRS warning lamp Tensioning Devices (ETDs) contain
goes out while the engine is running. perchlorate material, which may require
special handling and regard for the
G WARNING
environment. Check your national disposal
The SRS self-check has detected a
guidelines. California residents, see
malfunction if the 6 SRS indicator lamp:
www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/
Rdoes not light up at all Perchlorate/index.cfm.
Rdoes not go out after approximately four RAir bags and ETDs are designed to function
seconds after the engine is started on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD
Rcomes on after the engine was started or that has deployed must be replaced.
while driving. RDo not pass seat belts over sharp edges.
For your safety, Mercedes-Benz strongly They could tear.
recommends that you have the system RDo not make any modification that could
checked as soon as possible at an authorized change the effectiveness of the seat belts.
Mercedes-Benz Center. SRS may otherwise RDo not bleach or dye seat belts as this may
fail to activate when it is needed in the event severely weaken them. In a crash they may
of an accident, which could lead to serious or not be able to provide adequate protection.
fatal injuries. SRS might also be activated RNo modifications of any kind may be made
to any components or wiring of the SRS.
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RDo not change or remove any component subsequent owner that the vehicle is
or part of the SRS. equipped with SRS. Also, refer them to the
RDo not install additional trim material, seat applicable section in the Operator's Manual.
covers, badges, etc. over the steering
wheel hub, front-passenger front air bag
Air bags
Safety
As the air bag inflates with considerable If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you
speed and force, a proper seating position make the buyer aware of this safety
and correct positioning of the hands on the information. Be sure to give the buyer this
steering wheel will help to keep you at a safe Operator's Manual.
distance from the air bag. Occupants who are
G WARNING
Safety
not wearing their seat belt, are not seated
properly or are too close to the air bag can be Accident research shows that the safest place
seriously injured or killed by an air bag, as it for children in an automobile is in a rear seat.
inflates with great force instantaneously: A side impact air bag related injury may occur
Rsit with the seat belt fastened correctly and if occupants, especially children, are not
in a position that is as upright as possible properly seated or restrained when next to a
with your back against the backrest. side impact air bag which needs to deploy
Rmove the driver's seat as far back as rapidly in a side impact in order to do its job.
possible, still permitting proper operation To help avoid the possibility of injury, please
of vehicle controls. The distance from the follow these guidelines:
center of the driver's chest to the center of (1) Always sit as upright as possible
the air bag cover on the steering wheel and use the seat belts properly.
must be at least 10 inches (25 cm). You Make sure that children 12 years
should be able to accomplish this by old and under use an appropriately
adjusting the seat and steering wheel. If sized child restraint, infant
you have any difficulties, please contact an restraint, or booster seat
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. recommended for the size and
Rdo not lean your head or chest close to the weight of the child.
steering wheel or dashboard. (2) Always wear seat belts properly.
Ronly hold the steering wheel on the outside.
Placing hands and arms inside the rim can The air bags are only deployed if the air bag
increase the risk and potential severity of control unit detects the need for deployment.
hand/arm injury if the driver front air bag Only in the event of such a situation, will the
inflates. air bags provide their supplemental
Radjust the front-passenger seat as far back protection.
as possible from the dashboard when the If the driver and front passenger do not wear
seat is occupied. their seat belts, it is not possible for the air
Roccupants, especially children, should bags to provide their supplemental
never place their bodies or lean their heads protection.
in the area of the door where the side In the event of other types of impacts and
impact air bag inflates. This could result in impacts below air bag deployment
serious or fatal injuries should the side thresholds, the air bags will not deploy. The
impact air bag be deployed. Always sit as driver and passenger will then be protected
upright as possible, wear the seat belt to the extent possible by a properly fastened
properly and use an appropriately sized seat belt. A properly fastened seat belt is also
infant restraint, toddler restraint or booster needed to provide the best possible
seat recommended for the size and weight protection if the vehicle rolls over.
of the child. Air bags are not a substitute for seat belts.
Failure to follow these instructions can result Always wear your seat belt, regardless of
in severe injuries to you or other occupants. whether or not your vehicle is equipped with
air bags.
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It is important to your safety and that of your category of the front passenger, which is
passenger to have deployed air bags replaced determined by the Occupant Classification
and to have any malfunctioning air bags System (OCS) (Y page 47).
repaired. This will help to make sure the air The lighter the passenger-side occupant, the
bags will continue to provide supplemental higher the vehicle deceleration rate required
crash protection for occupants . (predicted at the start of the impact) for
Safety
Safety
Side impact air bags
G WARNING
The pressure sensors for side impact air bag
control are located in the doors. Do not
modify any components of the doors or door Front side impact air bags : and rear side
trim panels including, for example, the impact air bags ; deploy next to the outer
addition of door speakers. seat cushions.
Improper repair work on the doors or the The side impact air bags are deployed:
modification or addition of components to the Ron the side on which an impact occurs
doors create a risk of rendering the side Rat the start of an accident with a high rate
impact air bags inoperative or causing
of lateral vehicle deceleration or
unintended air bag deployment. Work on the
acceleration, e.g. in a side impact
doors must therefore only be performed by
Rindependently of the use of the seat belt
qualified technicians. Contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Rindependently of the front air bags
Rindependently of the ETDs
G WARNING Side impact air bags will not deploy in side
Only use seat covers which have been tested impacts which do not exceed the system's
and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your preset deployment thresholds for lateral
vehicle model. Using seat covers or other seat acceleration/deceleration. You will then be
coverings can cause a malfunction of the side protected by the fastened seat belt.
impact air bags and/or the pelvis air bags. The side impact air bag on the front-
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center passenger side is not deployed in the
for availability. following situations:
ROCS has detected that the front-passenger
When deployed, the side impact air bags offer
additional protection for the thorax of the seat is unoccupied.
vehicle occupants on the side of the vehicle Rthe front-passenger seat belt is not
on which the impact occurs. However, they fastened.
do not protect the: The side impact air bag on the front-
Rhead passenger side will deploy if the front-
Rneck passenger seat belt is fastened, regardless of
whether the front-passenger seat is occupied
Rarms
or not.
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Safety
The Occupant Classification System (OCS) unit will not allow front passenger front air bag
categorizes the occupant on the front- deployment when the OCS has classified the
passenger seat by means of a weight sensor. front passenger seat occupant as weighing as
The front-passenger front air bag is much as or less than a typical 12-month-old
deactivated automatically for certain weight child in a standard child restraint or if the front
categories. The 45 indicator lamp passenger seat is classified as being empty.
shows you the current status. If the When the OCS senses that the front
45 indicator lamp lights up, the front- passenger seat occupant is classified as
passenger air bag is disabled. being up to or less than the weight of a typical
The system does not deactivate: 12-month-old child in a standard child
Rthe side impact air bag restraint, the 45 indicator lamp will
illuminate when the engine is started and
Rthe pelvis air bag
remain illuminated. This indicates that the
Rthe window curtain air bag
front passenger front air bag is deactivated.
Rthe Emergency Tensioning Devices
When the OCS senses that the front
To be classified correctly, the front passenger passenger seat is classified as being empty,
must sit: the 45 indicator lamp will illuminate
Rwith the seat belt fastened correctly when the engine is started and remain
Rin a position that is as upright as possible illuminated. This indicates that the front
with their back against the seat backrest passenger front air bag is deactivated.
Rwith their feet on the floor When the OCS senses that the front
passenger seat occupant is classified as
If the front-passenger's weight is transferred being heavier than the weight of a typical 12-
to another object in the vehicle (e.g. by month-old child seated in a standard child
leaning on armrests), OCS may not be able to restraint or as being a small individual (such
approximate the occupant's weight category. as a young teenager or a small adult), the
If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or 45 indicator lamp will illuminate for
the seat cushion are damaged, have the approximately 6 seconds when the engine is
necessary repair work carried out at an started. Depending on occupant weight
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. sensor readings from the seat, it will then
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz remain illuminated or go out. With the
recommends that you only use seat 45 indicator lamp illuminated, the
accessories that have been approved by front passenger front air bag is deactivated.
Mercedes-Benz. With the 45 indicator lamp out, the
Both the driver and the front passenger front passenger front air bag is activated.
should always observe the 45 When the OCS senses that the front
indicator lamp to determine whether or not passenger seat occupant is classified as an
the front passenger is positioned correctly. adult or someone larger than a small
individual, the 45 indicator lamp will
G WARNING
illuminate for approximately six seconds
If the 45 indicator lamp illuminates
when the engine is started and then go out.
when an adult or someone larger than a small
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This indicates that the front passenger front recommended for the size and weight of the
air bag is activated. child.
If the 45 indicator lamp is illuminated, Children can be killed or seriously injured by
the front passenger front air bag is an inflating air bag. Note the following
deactivated and will not be deployed. important information when circumstances
Safety
If the 45 indicator lamp is not require you to place a child in the front-
illuminated, the front passenger front air bag passenger seat:
is activated and will be deployed RYour vehicle is equipped with air bag
Rin the event of certain frontal impacts technology designed to deactivate the
Rif the impact exceeds a predetermined
front-passenger front air bag in your vehicle
when the system senses the weight of a
triggering threshold
typical 12-month-old child or less along
Rindependent of the side impact air bag or
with the weight of a standard appropriate
pelvis air bag child restraint on the front-passenger seat.
If the front passenger front air bag is RA child in a rear-facing child restraint on the
deployed, the rate of inflation will be front-passenger seat will be seriously
influenced by injured or even killed if the front-passenger
Rthe rate of vehicle deceleration as assessed front air bag inflates in a collision which
by the air bag control unit could occur under some circumstances,
Rthe front passenger's weight category as even with the air bag technology installed
identified by the OCS in your vehicle. The only means to eliminate
this risk completely is never to place a child
For further information, see "Air bag display in a rear-facing child restraint in the front-
messages" (Y page 223). passenger seat. We therefore strongly
recommend that you always place a child
G WARNING in a rear-facing child restraint on the rear
According to accident statistics, children are seat.
safer when properly restrained on the rear RIf you install a rear-facing child restraint on
seats than on the front-passenger seat. Thus,
the front-passenger seat, make sure the
we strongly recommend that children be
45 indicator lamp is illuminated,
placed in the rear seats whenever possible.
indicating that the front-passenger front air
Regardless of seating position, children 12
bag is deactivated. Should the 45
years old and under must be seated and
indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while
properly secured in an appropriate infant
the restraint is installed, please check
restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat
installation. Periodically check the
recommended for the size and weight of the
45 indicator lamp while driving to
child.
make sure that the 45 indicator
The infant or child restraint must be properly
lamp is illuminated. If the 45
secured with the vehicle's seat belt, the seat
indicator lamp goes out or remains out, do
belt and Top Tether strap, or lower anchors
not transport a child on the front-passenger
and Top Tether strap, fully in accordance with
seat until the system has been repaired.
the child seat manufacturer's instructions.
A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the
Occupants, especially children, should always
front-passenger seat will be seriously
sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt
injured or even killed if the front-passenger
properly and use an appropriately sized infant
front air bag inflates.
restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat
Occupant safety 49
RIf you place a child in a forward-facing child 45 indicator lamp : does not light
restraint on the front-passenger seat: up.
- move the seat as far back as possible
G WARNING
- use the proper child restraint
If the red 6 SRS warning lamp in the
recommended for the age, size and instrument cluster and the 45
Safety
weight of the child indicator lamp light up simultaneously, the
- secure child restraint with the vehicle's OCS is malfunctioning. The front passenger
seat belt according to the child seat front air bag will be deactivated in this case.
manufacturer's instructions Have the system checked by qualified
RFor children larger than the typical 12- technicians as soon as possible. Contact an
month-old child, the front-passenger front authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
air bag may or may not be activated. Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If the driver's air bag deploys, this does not
In order to ensure proper operation of the air
mean that the front-passenger front air bag
bag system and OCS:
will also deploy.
RSit with the seat belt properly fastened in a
The OCS may have detected that the seat:
position that is as upright as possible with
Ris either empty or occupied by a person your back against the seat backrest.
with a weight up to that of a typical twelve- RWhen seated, a passenger should not
month-old child seated in a standard child
position him/herself in such a way as to
restraint
cause the passenger's weight to be lifted
Ris occupied by a small individual, such as a
from the seat cushion as this may result in
young teenager or a small adult the OCS being unable to correctly
Ris occupied by a child in a child restraint approximate the passenger's weight
system, whose weight is greater than that category.
of a typical twelve-month-old child. RRead and observe all warnings in this
These are examples of when the OCS chapter.
deactivates the front-passenger front air bag.
Deactivation takes place although the
System self-test
collision fulfills the criteria for deploying the
driver's air bag. The 45 indicator lamp lights up if you:
Rturn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock
Ron vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, press the
Start/Stop button once or twice
When an adult is sitting correctly on the front-
passenger seat and is categorized by the OCS
system as an adult, the 45 indicator
lamp lights up and goes off again after
approximately six seconds.
If the passenger seat is not occupied and the
If the SmartKey has been removed from the OCS system detects this, the 45
ignition lock or is in position 0, the indicator lamp remains lit and does not go off.
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G WARNING
If the 4 5 indicator lamp does not
illuminate, the system is not functioning. You
must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center before seating any child on the front
Safety
passenger seat.
Safety
and stays on. Mercedes-Benz Center.
The person on the X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
front-passenger seat: display (Y page 223).
Rhas the weight of a
typical adult
Rhas been determined
by the system not to
be a child
G WARNING
If the 45 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated when the weight of a typical
adult or someone larger than a small individual has been detected on the passenger seat, do not
allow any occupant to use the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
G WARNING
If the 45 indicator lamp does not illuminate or remains out with the weight of a typical
12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or less, or is unoccupied, on the front-passenger
seat, do not transport a child on the front-passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
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or pelvis air bags are deployed, or they can restraint cushion and the cover. Failure to
prevent this completely. The NECK-PRO head observe this could result in injuries.
restraints/NECK PRO luxury head restraints
or side impact air bags/pelvis air bags can NECK-PRO head restraints
therefore not provide the intended protection.
i Resetting the NECK-PRO head restraints
Safety
Do not use any seat or head restraint covers.
requires a lot of strength. If you have
If the NECK-PRO head restraints/NECK-PRO difficulty resetting the NECK-PRO head
luxury head restraints have been triggered in restraints, have this work carried out at a
an accident, reset the NECK-PRO head qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head restraints authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
on the driver's and front-passenger seats
(Y page 53). Otherwise, the additional
protection will not be available in the event of
another rear-end collision. NECK-PRO head
restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
that have been triggered are moved forwards
and can no longer be adjusted.
G WARNING
For your protection, drive only with properly
positioned head restraints.
Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close X Tilt the top of the NECK-PRO head restraint
to the head as possible and the center of the
cushion forwards in the direction of
head restraint supports the back of the head
arrow :.
at eye level. This will reduce the potential for
X Push the NECK-PRO head restraint cushion
injury to the head and neck in the event of an
accident or similar situation. down in the direction of arrow ; as far as
it will go.
X Firmly push the NECK-PRO head restraint
Resetting triggered NECK-PRO head cushion back in the direction of arrow =
restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head until the cushion engages.
restraints X Repeat this procedure for the second
NECK-PRO head restraint.
Important safety notes
G WARNING NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
For reasons of safety, have the NECK-PRO i If you have difficulty resetting the NECK-
head restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head PRO luxury head restraints, have this work
restraints checked at an authorized carried out at a qualified specialist
Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-
collision. Benz Center.
G WARNING
When pushing back the NECK-PRO head
restraint cushion, make sure your fingers do
not become caught between the head
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G WARNING
Always fasten your seat belt before driving off.
Always make sure all of your passengers are
properly restrained. You and your passengers
should always wear seat belts.
Safety
be replaced and their anchoring points must In a frontal crash, your body would move
also be checked. too far forward. That would increase the
Only use seat belts which have been approved chance of head and neck injuries. The seat
by Mercedes-Benz. belt would also apply too much force to the
Do not make any modifications to the seat ribs or abdomen, which could severely
Safety
belts. This can lead to unintended activation injure internal organs such as your liver or
of the ETDs or to their failure to activate when spleen.
necessary. Adjust the seat belt so that the shoulder
Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may section is located as close as possible to
severely weaken them. In a crash they may the middle of the shoulder. It should not
not be able to provide adequate protection. touch the neck. Never pass the shoulder
portion of the seat belt under your arm.
Have all work carried out only by qualified
RPosition the lap belt as low as possible on
technicians. Contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. your hips and not across the abdomen. If
the lap belt is positioned across your
abdomen, it could cause serious injuries in
Correct use of the seat belts a crash.
G WARNING RNever wear seat belts over rigid or
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manufacturer's instructions.
G WARNING
Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges. They
could tear.
Do not allow the seat belt to get caught in the
door or in the seat adjustment mechanism.
This could damage the seat belt.
Never attempt to make modifications to seat
belts. This could impair the effectiveness of
the seat belts. X Adjust the seat and move the backrest to
an almost vertical position (Y page 94).
Fastening seat belts X Pull the seat belt smoothly through belt
sash guide :.
G WARNING
X Without twisting it, guide the shoulder
According to accident statistics, children are
section of the seat belt across the middle
safer when properly restrained on the rear
of your shoulder and the lap section across
seats than on the front-passenger seat. Thus,
your pelvis.
we strongly recommend that children be
X Engage belt tongue ; in buckle =.
placed in the rear seat whenever possible.
Regardless of seating position, children 12 X If necessary, adjust the seat belt to the
years old and under must be seated and appropriate height (Y page 57).
properly secured in an appropriately sized X If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder
child restraint system or booster seat section of the seat belt to tighten the belt
recommended for the size and weight of the across your body.
child. For additional information, see the
All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are
"Children in the vehicle" section.
equipped with a special seat belt retractor to
A child's risk of serious or fatal injuries is securely fasten child restraint systems in the
significantly increased if the child restraints vehicle. For further information on special
are not properly secured in the vehicle and/ seat belt retractors, see (Y page 61).
or the child is not properly secured in the child
For more information about releasing the seat
restraint.
belt with release button ?, see "Releasing
seat belts" (Y page 57).
The belt strap is tightened slightly when: will be trapped in the door or in the seat
Ryou engage the belt tongue in the belt mechanism. This could damage the door,
buckle and you then turn the SmartKey to the door trim panel and the seat belt.
position 2 in the ignition lock. Damaged seat belts can no longer fulfill
their protective function and must be
The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of
replaced. Visit a qualified specialist
Safety
the PRE-SAFE® convenience function. More workshop.
information about PRE-SAFE® can be found
in the "PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupant Belt warning for the driver and front
protection system)" section (Y page 52). passenger
Belt height adjustment Regardless of whether the driver's and front-
passenger seat belts have already been
You can adjust the seat belt height on the fastened, the 7 seat belt warning lamp
driver's seat and the front-passenger seat. lights up for six seconds each time the engine
is started. It then goes out if the driver and
the front passenger have already fastened
their seat belts.
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when
the engine is started, an additional warning
tone will sound. This warning tone stops after
a maximum of six seconds or once the
driver's seat belt is fastened.
If after six seconds the driver or front
passenger have not fastened their seat belts
and the doors are closed, the 7 seat belt
Adjust the height so that the upper part of the warning lamp lights up:
seat belt is routed across the center of your
Runtil the driver's or front passenger's seat
shoulder.
belt is fastened
X To raise: slide the belt sash guide upwards.
Rif a vehicle speed of 15 mph (25 km/h) is
The belt sash guide engages in various
positions. exceeded, a warning tone also sounds with
increasing intensity for a maximum of
X To lower: press and hold belt sash guide
60 seconds or until the driver or front-
release :.
passenger seat belt has been fastened.
X Slide the belt sash guide downwards.
If the driver/front passenger unfasten their
X Release belt sash guide release : and seat belt while the vehicle is in motion, the
make sure that the belt sash guide has 7 seat belt warning lamp lights up and a
engaged. warning tone sounds again.
The warning tone ceases even if the driver or
Releasing seat belts front-passenger seat belt has still not been
fastened after 60 seconds. The 7 seat belt
X Press release button ?(Y page 56) and
warning lamp stops flashing but remains
guide belt tongue ; back towards belt
illuminated.
sash guide :.
After the vehicle comes to a standstill, the
! Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled warning tone is reactivated and the 7 seat
up. Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue
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belt warning lamp flashes again if the vehicle The ETDs on the outside seats in the rear
speed again exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h). compartment are triggered independently of
The 7 seat belt warning lamp only goes the lock status of the seat belts.
out if: The Emergency Tensioning Devices are
Rboth the driver and the front passenger triggered depending on the type and severity
of an accident, if:
Safety
restraint system at all times while the vehicle properly and use an appropriately sized infant
is in motion. restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat
The use of seat belts and infant and child recommended for the size and weight of the
restraint systems is required by law in all 50 child.
states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Children can be killed or seriously injured by
territories and all Canadian provinces.
Safety
an inflating air bag. Note the following
Infants and small children must be seated in important information when circumstances
an appropriate infant or child restraint system require you to place a child in the front
recommended for the size and weight of the passenger seat:
child. The infant or child restraint system RYour vehicle is equipped with air bag
must be properly secured in accordance with technology designed to deactivate the front
the manufacturer's instructions. All infant or passenger front air bag in your vehicle
child restraint systems must comply with the when the system senses the weight of a
U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards typical 12-month-old child or less along
213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle with the weight of a standard appropriate
Safety Standards 213 and 210.2. child restraint on the front passenger seat.
Confirmation that the child restraint system RFor children larger than the typical
corresponds to the standards can be found 12-month-old child, the front passenger
on an instruction label on the child restraint front air bag may or may not be activated.
system. This confirmation can also be found Always make sure the 4 5 indicator
in the installation instructions that are lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front
included with the child restraint system. passenger front air bag is deactivated.
Always read and follow the manufacturer's RA child in a rear-facing child restraint on the
instructions when using an infant or child front passenger seat will be seriously
restraint system or booster seat. injured or even killed if the front passenger
Observe all warning signs in the vehicle front air bag inflates in a collision which
interior and on the infant or child restraint. could occur under some circumstances,
G WARNING even with the air bag technology installed
in your vehicle. The only means to
According to accident statistics, children are
completely eliminate this risk is to never
safer when properly restrained in the rear
place a child in a rear-facing child restraint
seating positions than in the front seating
in the front seat. We therefore strongly
position. Thus, we strongly recommend that
recommend that you always place a child
children be placed in the rear seats whenever
in a rear-facing child restraint in a backseat.
possible. Regardless of seating position,
RIf you must install a rear-facing child
children 12 years old and under must be
seated and properly secured in an appropriate restraint on the front passenger seat
infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster because circumstances require you to do
seat recommended for the size and weight of so, make sure the 4 5 indicator
the child. lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front
passenger front air bag is deactivated.
The infant or child restraint must be properly
Should the 4 5 indicator lamp not
secured with the vehicle's seat belt, the seat
illuminate or go out while the restraint is
belt and top tether strap, or lower anchors and
installed, please check installation.
top tether strap, fully in accordance with the
Periodically check the 4 5 indicator
child seat manufacturer's instructions.
lamp while driving to make sure the 4
Occupants, especially children, should always
5 indicator lamp is illuminated. If the
sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt
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4 5 indicator lamp goes out or recommended for the child's age and
remains out, do not transport a child on the weight.
front passenger seat until the system has X Make sure that the infant or child is
been repaired. properly secured at all times while the
A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the vehicle is in motion.
Safety
Safety
slacken once the child restraint system has Install the child restraint system in
been secured. accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
Installing a child restraint system:
Attach the child restraint system to both
X Always comply with the manufacturer's securing rings.
installation instructions.
An incorrectly installed child restraint system
X Pull the seat belt smoothly from the seat
could come loose during an accident and
belt retractor. seriously or even fatally injure the child.
X Engage the seat belt tongue in the belt
Child restraint systems or child seat securing
buckle. rings that are malfunctioning or damaged as
Activating the special seat belt retractor: the result of a collision must be replaced.
X Pull the seat belt out fully and let the seat LATCH-type (ISOFIX) is a standardized
belt retractor retract it again. securing system for specially designed child
While the seat belt is retracting, you should restraint systems on the rear seats. Securing
hear a ratcheting sound. The special seat rings for two LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child
belt retractor is activated. restraint systems are installed on the left and
X Push down on the child restraint system to right of the rear seats.
take up any slack. Secure non-LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child
Removing a child restraint system/ restraint systems using the vehicle's seat belt
deactivating the special seat belt retractor: system. When installing child restraint
X Always comply with the manufacturer's systems, you must observe the
installation instructions. manufacturer's installation instructions.
X Press the seat belt release button and ! When installing the child restraint system,
guide the belt tongue to the belt outlet. make sure that the seat belt for the middle
The special seat belt retractor is seat does not get trapped. The seat belt
deactivated. could otherwise be damaged.
G WARNING
Never release the seat belt buckle while the
vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt
retractor will be deactivated.
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Top Tether
X Move head restraint : upwards.
G WARNING X Fold up cover ; of Top Tether anchorage
Always lock the rear seat backrests in their =.
upright position when the rear seats are
X Route Top Tether belt A under head
occupied by passengers. Lock the rear seat
backrests in their upright position before restraint : between the two head restraint
installing the Top Tether straps or when the bars.
cargo compartment is not in use. Make sure X Hook Top Tether hook ? into Top Tether
that rear seat backrests are secured properly anchorage =.
by pushing and pulling on the seat backrests. X Make sure that Top Tether belt A is not
If the seat backrest is not locked properly, the
twisted.
seat backrest could fold forward. The child
X Fold down cover ; of Top Tether
restraint system is no longer supported
properly or held in position and can no longer anchorage =.
fulfill its function. This could cause serious or X Move head restraint : back down again
even fatal injuries. slightly if necessary (Y page 98). Make
sure that you do not interfere with the
Top Tether provides an additional connection correct routing of Top Tether belt A.
between a child restraint system, secured
X Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child
with a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat mount,
restraint system with Top Tether. Comply
and the rear seat. This helps reduce the risk
with the manufacturer's installation
of injury even further.
instructions when doing so. Make sure that
The Top Tether anchorages are located in the Top Tether belt A is tight.
rear compartment behind the head restraints.
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Safety
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take
the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle, even if they are secured in a child
restraint system, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury. The children
could:
X To activate: press the child-proof lock
lever up in the direction of arrow :.
Rinjure themselves on parts of the vehicle
X Make sure that the child-proof locks are
Rbe seriously or fatally injured through working properly.
excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold
X To deactivate: press the child-proof lock
Rinjure themselves or cause an accident with
lever down in the direction of arrow ;.
vehicle equipment that can be operated
even if the SmartKey is removed from the
ignition lock or removed from the vehicle, Override feature for the rear side
such as seat adjustment, steering wheel windows
adjustment, or the memory function
G WARNING
If children open a door, they could injure other
When children ride on the vehicle's rear seats,
persons or get out of the vehicle and injure
activate the override switch. Otherwise, the
themselves or be injured by following traffic.
children could be injured, e.g. by trapping
Do not expose the child restraint system to themselves in the rear side window.
direct sunlight. The child restraint system's
metal parts, for example, could become very
hot, and the child could be burned on these
parts.
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functions as a reminder to take extra care BAS PLUS provides braking assistance in
while driving. hazardous situations at speeds greater than
4 mph (7 km/h).
At speeds of up to approximately 40 mph
BAS (Brake Assist System) (70 km/h), BAS PLUS can also detect
stationary objects. Examples of stationary
Safety
i Observe the "Important safety notes"
section (Y page 64). objects are stopped or parked vehicles.
To prevent a front-end collision, BAS PLUS
G WARNING calculates the brake force necessary if:
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance Ryou approach an obstacle, and
in an emergency braking situation is
RBAS PLUS has detected a risk of collision
increased. There is a risk of an accident.
In an emergency braking situation, depress At a speed less than 20 mph (30 km/h): if
the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents you depress the brake pedal, BAS PLUS is
the wheels from locking. activated. Braking is performed as late as
possible.
BAS operates in emergency braking At a speed greater than 20 mph
situations. If you depress the brake pedal (30 km/h): if you depress the brake pedal
quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking sharply, BAS PLUS automatically raises the
force, thus shortening the stopping distance. brake pressure to a value adapted to the
X Keep the brake pedal depressed firmly until traffic situation.
the emergency braking situation is over. If BAS PLUS demands particularly high
ABS prevents the wheels from locking. braking force, preventative passenger
The brakes will function as usual once you protection measures (PRE-SAFE®) are
release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated. activated simultaneously.
X Keep the brake pedal depressed until the
emergency braking situation is over.
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
PLUS) BAS PLUS is deactivated and the brakes
i Observe the "Important safety notes" function as usual, if:
section (Y page 64). Ryou release the brake pedal.
BAS PLUS is only available in vehicles Rthere is no longer any danger of a rear-end
equipped with DISTRONIC PLUS. collision.
For BAS PLUS to assist you when driving, the Rno obstacle is detected in front of your
radar sensor system must be: vehicle.
Ractivated (Y page 211) G WARNING
Roperational BAS PLUS cannot always clearly identify
With the help of the radar sensor system, BAS objects and complex traffic situations. BAS
PLUS can detect obstacles that are in the PLUS cannot intervene in these cases. There
path of your vehicle for an extended period of is a risk of an accident.
time. Always pay careful attention to the traffic
If the radar sensor system is malfunctioning, situation and be ready to brake.
BAS PLUS will not be available. The brake
system is still available with complete brake
boosting effect and BAS.
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In particular, the detection of obstacles can keep the vehicle on the desired course within
be impaired if there is: physical limits. ESP® assists the driver when
Rdirton the sensors or anything else pulling away on wet or slippery roads. ESP®
covering the sensors can also stabilize the vehicle during braking.
Rsnow or heavy rain
Safety
As a result, BAS PLUS may not intervene in all Important safety notes
critical situations. There is a risk of an i Observe the "Important safety notes"
accident. section (Y page 64).
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and be ready to brake. G WARNING
If ESP® is malfunctioning, ESP® is unable to
Following damage to the front end of the stabilize the vehicle. Additionally, further
vehicle, have the configuration and operation driving safety systems are deactivated. This
of the radar sensors checked at a qualified increases the risk of skidding and an accident.
specialist workshop. This also applies to Drive on carefully. Have ESP® checked at a
collisions at low speeds where there is no qualified specialist workshop.
visible damage to the front of the vehicle.
! When testing the electric parking brake
on a braking dynamometer, switch off the
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) ignition. Application of the brakes by
ESP® may otherwise destroy the brake
General notes
system.
i Observe the "Important safety notes" Vehicles without 4MATIC: observe the notes
section (Y page 64). on ESP®(Y page 305) when towing the
ESP® monitors driving stability and traction, vehicle with a raised rear axle.
i.e. power transmission between the tires and ! Vehicles with 4MATIC: function or
the road surface.
performance tests may only be carried out
If ESP® detects that the vehicle is deviating on a 2-axle dynamometer. Before you
from the direction desired by the driver, one operate the vehicle on such a
or more wheels are braked to stabilize the dynamometer, please consult a qualified
vehicle. The engine output is also modified to
Driving safety systems 67
Safety
If the ÷ warning lamp and the å
warning lamp are lit continuously, ESP® is not You can select between the following
available due to a malfunction. statuses of ESP:
Observe the information on warning lamps RESP® is activated.
(Y page 246) and display messages which RESP® is deactivated.
may be shown in the instrument cluster
(Y page 217). G WARNING
If you deactivate ESP®, ESP® no longer
i Only use wheels with the recommended
stabilizes the vehicle. There is an increased
tire sizes. Only then will ESP® function risk of skidding and an accident.
properly.
Only deactivate ESP® in the situations
described in the following.
Characteristics of ESP
General information It may be best to deactivate ESP® in the
following situations:
ESP® is activated automatically when the
Rwhen using snow chains
engine is started.
Rindeep snow
If ESP® intervenes, the ÷ ESP® warning
lamp flashes in the instrument cluster. Ron sand or gravel
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action, which provides better grip. otherwise not be able to stabilize the
Rtraction control is still activated. vehicle if the vehicle starts to skid or a
RESP® still provides support when you wheel starts to spin.
brake. Deactivating/activating ESP®
Safety
flashes. ESP® only stabilizes the vehicle to a G WARNING
limited degree. If EBD has malfunctioned, the rear wheels can
When SPORT handling mode is activated: still lock, e.g. under full braking. This
RESP®
increases the risk of skidding and an accident.
only improves driving stability to a
You should therefore adapt your driving style
limited degree.
to the different handling characteristics. Have
Rtraction control is still activated.
the brake system checked at a qualified
Rthe engine's torque is restricted to a limited
specialist workshop.
degree and the drive wheels can spin in a
controlled manner. The spinning of the Observe information regarding indicator and
wheels results in a cutting action, which warning lamps (Y page 244) as well as
provides better grip. display messages (Y page 218).
RESP® still provides support when you EBD monitors and controls the brake
brake. pressure on the rear wheels to improve
driving stability while braking.
Characteristics when ESP® is deactivated
If ESP® is deactivated and one or more wheels
start to spin, the ÷ ESP® warning lamp in ADAPTIVE BRAKE
the instrument cluster does not flash. In such ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety
situations, ESP® will not stabilize the vehicle. and offers increased braking comfort. In
If you deactivate ESP®: addition to the braking function, ADAPTIVE
RESP® no longer improves driving stability. BRAKE also has the HOLD function
(Y page 176) and hill start assist
Rthe engine's torque is no longer limited and
(Y page 144). For further information, see
the drive wheels are able to spin without "Driving tips" (Y page 162).
restriction. The spinning of the wheels
results in a cutting action, which provides
better grip.
PRE-SAFE® Brake
Rtraction control is still activated.
RPRE-SAFE® is no longer available; nor is it i Observe the "Important safety notes"
section (Y page 64).
activated if you brake with assistance from
ESP®. PRE-SAFE® Brake is only available in vehicles
RPRE-SAFE® Brake is no longer available; with DISTRONIC PLUS.
nor is it activated if you brake with If PRE-SAFE® Brake is to aid you, the radar
assistance from ESP®. sensor system must be:
RESP® still provides support when you Ractivated (Y page 211)
brake. Roperational
PRE-SAFE® Brake can help you to minimize stationary objects. Examples of stationary
the risk of a collision with a vehicle ahead or objects are stopped or parked vehicles.
reduce the effects of such a collision. If PRE- If you approach an obstacle and PRE-SAFE®
SAFE® Brake has detected a risk of collision, Brake detects a risk of a collision, the system
you will be warned visually and acoustically will alert you both visually and acoustically. If
as well as by automatic braking. PRE-SAFE®
Safety
In particular, the detection of obstacles can collisions at low speeds where there is no
be impaired if: visible damage to the front of the vehicle.
Rdirton the sensors or anything else
covering the sensors
Rsnow or heavy rain
Theft deterrent locking system
Safety
Rinterference by other radar sources Immobilizer
Rthere are strong radar reflections, for The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
example in parking garages being started without the correct SmartKey.
Ra narrow vehicle traveling in front, e.g. a When leaving the vehicle, always take the
motorbike SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The
Ra vehicle traveling in front on a different line engine can be started by anyone with a valid
relative to the center of your vehicle SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle.
X To activate with the SmartKey: remove
G WARNING
the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
PRE-SAFE® Brake does not react:
X To activate with KEYLESS-GO: switch the
Rto people or animals ignition off and open the driver's door.
Rto oncoming vehicles X To deactivate: switch on the ignition.
Rto crossing traffic
Rwhen cornering i The immobilizer is always deactivated
when you start the engine.
As a result, PRE-SAFE® Brake may neither
give warnings nor intervene in all critical In the event that the engine cannot be
situations. There is a risk of an accident. started when the starter battery is fully
charged, the immobilizer may be faulty.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
situation and be ready to brake.
Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the
In order to maintain an appropriate distance USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
from the vehicle in front and thus prevent a
collision, you must apply the brakes yourself.
ATA (anti-theft alarm system)
X To activate/deactivate: activate or
deactivate PRE-SAFE® Brake in the on- A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
board computer (Y page 207). alarm system is armed and you open:
When PRE-SAFE® Brake is activated, the Ra door
Ä symbol appears in the multifunction Rthe vehicle with the mechanical key
display as long as the HOLD function is Rthe trunk lid
deactivated (Y page 176). Rthe hood
On vehicles with Parking Guidance, the
The alarm is not switched off, even if you
Ä symbol is displayed when position P
close the open door that triggered it, for
is engaged or you are driving faster than example.
22 mph (35 km/h).
Following damage to the front end of the
vehicle, have the configuration and operation
of the radar sensors checked at a qualified
specialist workshop. This also applies to
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i If the alarm stays on for more than X To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO:
30 seconds, the mbrace emergency call grasp the outside door handle. The
system (USA only) or the Tele Aid system SmartKey must be outside the vehicle.
(Canada only) initiates a call to the The alarm is switched off.
Customer Assistance Center or
automatically. The Tele Aid system will
Safety
not be equipped with all features before inserting the SmartKey into the
described. This also applies to safety- ignition lock.
related systems and functions.
i Read the information on qualified ! Keep the SmartKey away from strong
specialist workshops: (Y page 25). magnetic fields. Otherwise, the remote
control function could be affected.
Strong magnetic fields can occur in the
SmartKey vicinity of powerful electrical installations.
RDo not keep the KEYLESS-GO key:
Important safety notes
- with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile
G WARNING phone or another SmartKey
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, - with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal
they could: foil
Ropen the doors, thus endangering other - inside metallic objects e.g. a metal case
people or road users. This can affect the functionality of the
Rget out and disrupt traffic. SmartKey.
Roperate the vehicle's equipment.
G WARNING
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
SmartKey 75
vehicle is unlocked. This is useful if you If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
frequently travel on your own. open the driver's door or the trunk lid, the
X To change the setting: press and hold anti-theft alarm system will be triggered
down the % and & buttons (Y page 71).
simultaneously for approximately six X To end the alarm: insert the SmartKey into
seconds until the battery check lamp the ignition lock.
(Y page 77) flashes twice. i With KEYLESS-GO: remove the Start/
Stop button from the ignition lock
Opening and closing
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& button.
If this does not work:
X Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 77) and replace it if
necessary (Y page 77).
X Lock (Y page 81) or unlock (Y page 81) the vehicle using
the mechanical key.
You can no longer lock There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
or unlock the vehicle X Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of
using KEYLESS-GO. the SmartKey. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door
handle from close range and press the % / & button.
You have lost the X Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
mechanical key. X If necessary, have the locks changed as well.
Doors 79
The engine cannot be A door is open. Therefore, the SmartKey cannot be detected as
started using KEYLESS- easily.
GO. The SmartKey is in X Close the door and try to start the vehicle again.
the vehicle.
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
X Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
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80 Doors
(Y page 71).
i If you press one of the two buttons and doors and the trunk lid.
do not hear a tone, the relevant setting has X Press the locking button (Y page 80).
You can also switch the automatic locking front-passenger door and the rear doors
function on and off using the on-board are still visible. Press down the locking
computer (Y page 211). knobs manually, if necessary (Y page 79).
X Close the driver's door.
X Take the mechanical key out of the
Unlocking the driver's door SmartKey (Y page 76).
(mechanical key) X Insert the mechanical key into the lock of
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the driver's door as far as it will go.
the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm
system will be triggered (Y page 71).
X Take the mechanical key out of the
SmartKey (Y page 76).
X Insert the mechanical key into the lock of
the driver's door as far as it will go.
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G WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust X Pull handle :.
gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust
gases can enter the vehicle interior if the
X Raise the trunk lid.
trunk lid is open when the engine is running,
especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is
a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid
open.
Trunk 83
Closing G WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust
gases can enter the vehicle interior if the
trunk lid is open when the engine is running,
especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is
a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
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84 Trunk
You can open the trunk lid from the driver's SmartKey.
seat when the vehicle is stationary and
unlocked.
Unlocking the trunk (mechanical key)
! The trunk lid swings upwards when
Opening and closing
G WARNING
If children operate the side windows they
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86 Side windows
relieve you of the responsibility of paying i The side windows cannot be operated
attention when closing a side window. from the rear when the override feature for
the side windows is activated (Y page 63).
G WARNING
The reversing feature does not react: X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.
Rto soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small
X To open: press the corresponding switch.
fingers
X To close: pull the corresponding switch.
Rover the last 4 mm of the closing movement
Opening and closing
Rduring resetting
i If you press the switch beyond the point
of resistance, an automatic opening/
Rwhen closing the side window again
closing process is started in the
manually immediately after automatic
corresponding direction. You can stop
reversing
automatic operation by operating the
This means that the reversing feature cannot switch again.
prevent someone being trapped in these
situations. There is a risk of injury. i You can continue to operate the side
windows after you switch off the engine or
Make sure that no body parts are in close
remove the SmartKey. This function is
proximity during the closing procedure. If
available for up to five minutes or until the
someone becomes trapped, press the switch
driver's or front-passenger door is opened.
to open the side window again.
Convenience opening
Opening and closing the side
windows You can ventilate the vehicle before you start
driving. To do this, the SmartKey is used to
carry out the following functions
simultaneously:
Runlock the vehicle
Ropen the side windows
Ropen the sliding sunroof or the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel and the
roller sunblinds
i The convenience opening feature can
only be operated using the SmartKey. The
: Front left SmartKey must be close to the driver's
; Front right door handle.
= Rear right X Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's
? Rear left
door handle.
X Press and hold the % button until the
The switches for all side windows are located side windows and the sliding sunroof or the
on the driver's door. There is also a switch on panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
each door for the corresponding side window. panel are in the desired position.
The switches on the driver's door take
If the roller sunblinds of the panorama roof
precedence.
with power tilt/sliding panel are closed, the
roller sunblinds are opened first.
Side windows 87
X Press and hold the % button again until The side windows and the sliding sunroof
the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding or the panorama roof with power tilt/
panel is in the desired position. sliding panel open.
X To interrupt convenience opening:
release the % button. Using the SmartKey
i The SmartKey must be close to the
driver's door handle.
Convenience closing feature
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sliding sunroof or the panorama roof with Problems with the side windows
power tilt/sliding panel are fully closed.
Problem: a side window cannot be closed
i Make sure you only touch recessed because it is blocked by objects, e.g.
sensor surface :. leaves in the window guide.
X Make sure that all the side windows and the X Remove the objects.
sliding sunroof or panorama roof with
X Close the side window.
power tilt/sliding panel are closed.
Problem: a side window cannot be closed
Opening and closing
On vehicles with a panorama roof with power and you cannot see the cause.
tilt/sliding panel:
X Touch recessed sensor surface : on the G WARNING
door handle again until the roller sunblinds If you close a side window again immediately
of the panorama roof with power tilt/ after it has been blocked or reset, the side
sliding panel close. window closes with increased or maximum
force. The reversing feature is then not active.
X To interrupt convenience closing: Parts of the body could be trapped in the
release recessed sensor surface : on the closing area in the process. This poses an
door handle. increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Make sure that no parts of the body are in the
closing area. To stop the closing process,
Resetting the side windows release the switch or push the switch again to
You must reset each side window if a side reopen the side window.
window can no longer be closed fully.
If a side window is obstructed during closing
X Close all the doors. and reopens again slightly:
X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
X Immediately after the window blocks, pull
ignition lock. the corresponding switch again until the
X Pull the corresponding switch on the door side window has closed.
control panel until the side window is The side window is closed with increased
completely closed (Y page 86). force.
X Hold the switch for an additional second.
If a side window is obstructed again during
If the side window opens again slightly: closing and reopens again slightly:
X Immediately pull the corresponding switch X Immediately after the window blocks, pull
on the door control panel until the side the corresponding switch again until the
window is completely closed (Y page 86). side window has closed.
X Hold the switch for an additional second. The side window is closed without the anti-
X If the corresponding side window remains entrapment feature.
closed after the button has been released,
the side window has been reset correctly.
If this is not the case, repeat the steps Sliding sunroof
above again.
Important safety notes
Your vehicle may be equipped with a sliding
sunroof or a panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel. In this section, the term "sliding
Sliding sunroof 89
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90 Sliding sunroof
Operating the roller sunblinds for the This means that the reversing feature cannot
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding prevent someone being trapped in these
panel situations. There is a risk of injury.
When closing make sure that no parts of the
General notes
body are in the sweep of the roller sunblind.
The roller sunblinds shield the vehicle interior If somebody becomes trapped:
from sunlight. The two roller sunblinds can
Rrelease the switch immediately, or
only be opened and closed together when the
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92 Sliding sunroof
until the panorama roof with power tilt/ or even fatal injury.
sliding panel is fully closed. Make sure that no parts of the body are in the
X Keep the 3 switch pulled for an closing area.
additional second. If somebody becomes trapped:
X Press the 3 button to the point of Rrelease the switch immediately, or
resistance in the direction of arrow ; until Rduring automatic operation, push the
the roller sunblinds are open approximately switch briefly in any direction
4 in (10 cm). The closing process is stopped.
X Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point
of resistance in the direction of arrow = If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during
until the roller sunblinds are fully closed. closing and reopens again slightly:
X Keep the 3 switch pulled for an X Immediately after the sliding sunroof
additional second. blocks, pull the 3 switch in the
X Make sure that the panorama roof with overhead control panel down to the point
power tilt/sliding panel and the roller of resistance and hold it until the sliding
sunblinds can be fully opened and closed sunroof is closed.
again (Y page 90). The sliding sunroof is closed with increased
X If this is not the case, repeat the steps
force.
above again. If the sliding sunroof is obstructed again
during closing and then reopens slightly:
! If the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel and the roller sunblinds X Immediately after the sliding sunroof
cannot be fully opened or closed after blocks, pull the 3 switch in the
resetting, contact a qualified specialist overhead control panel down to the point
workshop. of resistance and hold it until the sliding
sunroof is closed.
The sliding sunroof is closed without the
Problems with the sliding sunroof anti-entrapment feature.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a sliding ! If the sliding sunroof still cannot be
sunroof or a panorama roof with power tilt/ opened or closed as a result of a
sliding panel. In this section, the term "sliding malfunction, contact a qualified specialist
sunroof" refers to both types of sliding workshop.
sunroof.
Problem: the sunroof cannot be closed
and you cannot see the cause.
93
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96 Seats
! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat Adjusting the seats manually and
heating, observe the following information: electrically
Rkeep liquids from spilling on the seats. If
liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as
soon as possible.
Rif the seat covers are damp or wet, do not
switch on the seat heating. The seat
heating should also not be used to dry
the seats.
Rclean the seat covers as recommended;
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Vehicles without the through-loading Make sure that you hear the seat engage in
feature: the head restraints cannot be position.
removed from the rear compartment seats.
For more information, contact a qualified Seat cushion angle
specialist workshop. X Turn handwheel = in the desired direction.
i Further related subjects:
RRear bench seat through-loading feature
(Y page 258) Adjusting the seats electrically
i Vehicles without Memory function: the
seats can be adjusted within three minutes
of a front door being opened.
Seats 97
The time period starts over again if, within i You can store the seat settings using the
these three minutes, you: memory function (Y page 106).
Ropen or close a front door i AMG vehicles are equipped with a seat
Rinsert the SmartKey into the ignition lock with an integrated head restraint. It is
or remove it from the ignition lock therefore not possible to set the height and
Rswitch the ignition on or off angle of the head restraint.
If the SmartKey is in position 2 in the
ignition lock, the seats can be adjusted at
any time. Adjusting the head restraints
Depending on the equipment, the seat G WARNING
G WARNING
If head restraints are not installed and
: Head restraint height adjusted correctly, they cannot provide
; Seat cushion angle protection as intended. There is an increased
= Seat height risk of injury in the head and neck area, e.g.
in the event of an accident or when braking.
? Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
Always drive with the head restraints
A Backrest angle
installed. Before driving off, make sure for
every vehicle occupant that the center of the
head restraint supports the back of the head
at about eye level.
General notes
Pay attention to the important safety notes
(Y page 95).
Do not rotate the head restraints of the front
and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot adjust
the height and angle of the head restraints to
: Seat cushion angle the correct position.
; Seat height
= Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
? Backrest angle
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Adjusting the head restraints manually Adjusting the luxury head restraints
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100
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors Seats
Switching the seat ventilation on/off Problems with the seat ventilation
Steering wheel
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, or
driving without the steering wheel adjustment
feature locked could cause the driver to lose
X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position control of the vehicle.
2 in the ignition lock.
The electrical steering wheel adjustment
X To switch on: press button : repeatedly
feature can be operated at any time.
until the desired ventilation level is set. Therefore, do not leave children unattended
i You can open the side windows and the in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. A child's unsupervised access to a
sliding sunroof using the "Convenience
vehicle could result in an accident and/or
opening" feature (Y page 86). The seat
serious personal injury.
ventilation of the driver's seat
automatically switches to the highest level.
X To switch off: press button : repeatedly
until all the indicator lamps go out.
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102 Steering wheel
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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104 Mirrors
to the left or right until you have adjusted position 1 in the ignition lock.
the exterior mirror to the correct position. X Briefly press button :.
You should have a good overview of traffic
conditions. Folding the exterior mirrors in or out
automatically
Folding the exterior mirrors in or out
This function is only available in vehicles for
electrically
Canada.
This function is only available in vehicles for If the "Fold in mirrors when locking" function
Canada. is activated in the on-board computer
(Y page 212):
Rthe exterior mirrors fold in automatically as
soon as you lock the vehicle from the
outside.
Rthe exterior mirrors fold out again
automatically as soon as you unlock the
vehicle and then open the driver's or front-
passenger door.
i If the exterior mirrors have been folded in
manually, they do not fold out.
Mirrors 105
4 Canada only.
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106 Memory function
X Make sure that the SmartKey is in With the memory function, you can store up
position 2 in the ignition lock. to three different settings, e.g. for three
X With the exterior mirror on the front- different people.
passenger side activated, use adjustment The following settings are stored as a single
button = to adjust the exterior mirror. In memory preset:
the exterior mirror, the rear wheel and the Rposition of the seat, backrest and head
curb should be visible. restraint
X Press memory button M ? and one of the Rdriver's side: steering wheel position
arrows on adjustment button = within Rdriver's side: position of the exterior
three seconds. mirrors on the driver's and front-passenger
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Ras soon as you exceed a speed of 9 mph then press storage position button 1, 2 or
(15 km/h) 3 within three seconds.
Rif you press button : for the exterior
The settings are stored in the selected
preset position. A tone sounds when the
mirror on the driver's side settings have been completed.
Memory function
Calling up a stored setting
Storing settings ! If you want to move the seat from the fully
G WARNING reclined position to a stored seat position,
Only use the memory function on the driver's first raise the backrest. The seat could
side when the vehicle is stationary. You could otherwise be damaged.
otherwise be distracted from the traffic X Press and hold the relevant storage
conditions by the seat moving of its own position button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat,
accord, and as a result cause an accident. steering wheel and exterior mirrors are in
the stored position.
Memory function 107
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109
Exterior lighting
General notes
For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you drive with the lights
switched on even during the daytime. In some
countries, operation of the headlamps varies
due to legal requirements and self-imposed 1W Left-hand standing lamps
obligations. 2X Right-hand standing lamps
3T Parking lamps, license plate and
Notes on driving abroad instrument cluster lighting
4Ã Automatic headlamp mode,
Conversion to symmetrical low beam controlled by the light sensor
Switch the headlamps to symmetrical low 5L Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
beam in countries in which traffic drives on BR Rear fog lamp
the opposite side of the road from the country CN Fog lamp (only vehicles with front fog
where the vehicle is registered. This prevents lamps)
glare to oncoming traffic. When using
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the
symmetrical lights, the edge of the road is not
vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
lit as widely and as far ahead as normal.
Have the headlamps converted at a qualified X Turn the light switch to Ã.
specialist workshop as close to the border as The exterior lighting (except the parking/
possible before driving in these countries. standing lamps) switches off automatically if
you:
Conversion to asymmetrical low beam Rremove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
after returning
Ropen the driver's door with the SmartKey
Have the headlamps converted back to in position 0.
asymmetrical low-beam headlamps at a
qualified specialist workshop as soon as
possible after crossing the border again.
Exterior lighting 111
Automatic headlamp mode turn the light switch to T, you turn on the
G WARNING daytime running lamps and parking lamps.
When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- If the engine is running and you turn the light
beam headlamps may not be switched on switch to L, the manual settings take
automatically if there is fog, snow or other precedence over the daytime running lamps.
causes of poor visibility due to the weather USA only:
conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an The daytime running lamps improve the
accident. visibility of your vehicle during the day. To do
In such situations, turn the light switch to this, the daytime running lamps function must
L. be switched on using the on-board computer
(Y page 209).
The automatic headlamp feature is only an If the engine is running and you turn the light
aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's switch to T or L, the manual settings
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with the parking lamps and low-beam X To switch on: turn the light switch to
headlamps. T.
X To switch on the front fog lamps: turn Depending on the equipment level, the
the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position green indicator lamp or the scale
2 or start the engine. illumination in the instrument cluster light
X Turn the light switch to L or Ã.
up.
X Press the N button. Standing lamps
The green N indicator lamp in the Switching on the standing lamps ensures the
instrument cluster lights up. corresponding side of the vehicle is
X To switch off the front fog lamps: press illuminated.
the N button. X To switch on the standing lamps: the
The green N indicator lamp in the SmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is
Lights and windshield wipers
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114 Exterior lighting
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116 Replacing bulbs
? c Switches the front interior lighting ignition lock. You can activate this delayed
on/off switch-off using the on-board computer
A p Switches the left-hand front reading (Y page 210).
lamp on/off
Manual interior lighting control
X To switch the front interior lighting on/
off: press the c button.
X To switch the interior lighting on/off:
press the u button.
X To switch the reading lamps on/off:
press the p button.
Lights and windshield wipers
Other bulbs
G WARNING
Bulbs, lamps and connectors can get very hot
Halogen headlamps
when operating. If you change a bulb, you
could burn yourself on these components. : Parking lamp/standing lamp: W 5 W
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118 Replacing bulbs
You should wear eye protection and clean necessary, have bulbs changed at a qualified
gloves when you are changing a bulb. If specialist workshop.
necessary, have bulbs changed at a qualified
specialist workshop.
X Take the bulb out of bulb holder ;. X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.
X Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. X Insert bulb holder ; into the lamp and turn
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120 Replacing bulbs
Left-hand side trim panel (vehicles with a sound X Remove the tail lamp connector
system)
X Simultaneously press retaining lugs : in
To open: turn rotary catch : 90° in the
Lights and windshield wipers
X
the direction of the arrow and slightly pull
direction of the arrow and remove side trim out the bulb holder with the bulbs.
panel ;. X Remove the connector for LED light
X To close: insert side trim panel ; and turn functions from the top of the bulb holder.
rotary catch : 90° in the opposite X Pull the bulb holder out with the bulbs.
direction to the arrow.
: Backup Light
Left-hand side trim panel (vehicles without a sound ; Brake lamp
system)
= Parking lamp/brake lamp
X To open: loosen side trim panel : at the
top and fold it down in the direction of the X Press the respective bulb :, ; or = back
arrow. and turn it counter-clockwise to remove it
X To close: insert side panel :. from the bulb holder.
X Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and
turn it clockwise.
Tail lamp
X Reinsert the connector for LED light
X Switch off the lights. functions in the bulb holder.
X Open the trunk. X Insert the bulb holder again and lock it in
X Open the side trim panel (Y page 119). place.
X Insert the tail lamp connector.
X Close the side trim panel (Y page 119).
Windshield wipers 121
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122 Windshield wipers
The spray nozzles are The windshield washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits
misaligned. the center of the windshield. The spray nozzles are misaligned.
X Have the spray nozzles adjusted at a qualified specialist
workshop.
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125
Climate control
126 Overview of climate control systems
Climate control
Canada only
: To set the temperature, left (Y page 133)
; To defrost the windshield (Y page 134)
= To switch the ZONE function on/off (Y page 134)
? To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off (Y page 131)
A To switch the rear window defroster on/off (Y page 135)
B To set the temperature, right (Y page 133)
C To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode (Y page 136)
D To set the air distribution (Y page 133)
E To increase the airflow (Y page 134)
F To reduce the airflow (Y page 134)
G To switch climate control on/off (Y page 131)
H To set climate control to automatic (Y page 132)
128
Climate control Overview of climate control systems
USA only
: To set the temperature, left (Y page 133)
; To defrost the windshield (Y page 134)
= To switch maximum cooling on/off (Y page 135)
? To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off (Y page 131)
A To switch the rear window defroster on/off (Y page 135)
B To set the temperature, right (Y page 133)
C To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode (Y page 136)
D To set the air distribution (Y page 133)
E To increase the airflow (Y page 134)
F To reduce the airflow (Y page 134)
G To switch climate control on/off (Y page 131)
H To set climate control to automatic (Y page 132)
The following contains notes and if there are unpleasant outside odors or
recommendations on optimum use of dual- when in a tunnel. The windows could
zone automatic climate control. otherwise fog up, since no fresh air is drawn
RActivate climate control using the à and into the vehicle in air-recirculation mode.
RUse the ZONE function to adopt the
¿ buttons. The indicator lamps in the
à and ¿ buttons light up. temperature settings on the driver's side
RSet the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).
for the front-passenger side as well. The
indicator lamp in the á button goes out.
Overview of climate control systems 129
Climate control
130 Overview of climate control systems
Canada only
Front control panel
: To set the temperature, left (Y page 133)
; To defrost the windshield (Y page 134)
= To switch the residual heat function on/off (Y page 136)
? To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off (Y page 131)
A To switch the rear window defroster on/off (Y page 135)
B To set the temperature, right (Y page 133)
C To switch the ZONE function on/off (Y page 134)
D To switch climate control on/off (Y page 131)
E To set the air distribution (Y page 133)
F To increase the airflow (Y page 134)
G To reduce the airflow (Y page 134)
H To adjust airflow (Y page 132)
I To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode (Y page 136)
J To set climate control to automatic (Y page 132)
Climate control
Activating/deactivating
ROnly use the "windshield defrosting"
function briefly until the windshield is clear X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
again. ignition lock (Y page 141).
ROnly use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g. X To activate: press the à button.
if there are unpleasant outside odors or The indicator lamp in the à button lights
when in a tunnel. The windows could up. Airflow and air distribution are set to
otherwise fog up, since no fresh air is drawn automatic mode.
into the vehicle in air-recirculation mode. or
RUse the ZONE function to adopt the X Press the ^ button.
temperature settings on the driver's side The indicator lamp in the ^ button goes
for the front-passenger side and the rear out. The previously selected settings are
compartment as well. The indicator lamp in restored.
the á button goes out. X To deactivate: press the ^ button.
RUse the residual heat function if you want
The indicator lamp in the ^ button lights
to heat or ventilate the vehicle interior up.
when the ignition is switched off. The
residual heat function can only be activated
or deactivated with the ignition switched
off.
Activating/deactivating cooling with
air dehumidification
ECO start/stop function Points to observe before use
During automatic engine switch-off, the ECO If you switch off the cooling function, the
start/stop function only operates at a vehicle will not be cooled when weather
reduced capacity. If you require the full conditions are warm. The windows can fog up
climate control output, you can switch off the more quickly. Only deactivate the cooling
ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO with air dehumidification function for a short
button (Y page 146). time to prevent the windows from fogging up.
i The ECO start/stop function is not The cooling with air dehumidification function
available on AMG vehicles. is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and
132 Operating the climate control systems
dehumidified according to the temperature more quickly. Only deactivate the cooling
selected. with air dehumidification function for a short
Condensation may drip from the underside of time to prevent the windows from fogging up.
the vehicle when it is in cooling mode. This is X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
normal and not a sign that there is a ignition lock (Y page 141).
malfunction. X Set the desired temperature.
X To activate: press the à button.
Activating/deactivating The indicator lamp in the à button lights
XTo activate: press the ¿ button. up. Automatic air distribution and airflow
The indicator lamp in the ¿ button lights are activated.
up. 3-zone automatic climate control: when
i When the "Cooling with air automatic mode is activated, you can adjust
dehumidification" function is activated, airflow (Y page 132).
one of the indicator lamps on the auxiliary X To select manually: press the _
heating button will light up on vehicles with button.
Climate control
auxiliary heating.
or
X To deactivate: press the ¿ button. X Press the K or I button.
The indicator lamp in the ¿ button goes The indicator lamp in the à button goes
out. The "Cooling with air dehumidification" out. Automatic air distribution and airflow
function has a delayed switch-off feature. are deactivated.
The automatic mode functions optimally required airflow setting appears in the
when the "Cooling with air dehumidification" display.
function is activated. If necessary, cooling
with air dehumidification can be deactivated.
If you switch off the cooling function, the
vehicle will not be cooled when weather
conditions are warm. The windows can fog up
Operating the climate control systems 133
Climate control
Setting the air distribution
Air distribution settings
P Directs air through the center and side
air vents
O Directs air through the footwell air
vents
S Directs air through the center, side and
footwell vents
Automatic climate control zones ¯ Directs air through the defroster vents
You can select different temperature settings b Directs the airflow through the
for the driver's and front-passenger sides as defroster, center and side air vents8
well as for the rear compartment. a Directs air through the defroster and
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the footwell vents
ignition lock (Y page 141). _ Directs air through the defroster,
X To increase/reduce the temperature in center, side and footwell vents8
the front: turn control : or B clockwise
or counter-clockwise (Y page 130). i Regardless of the air distribution setting,
airflow is always directed through the side
Only change the temperature setting in
air vents. The side air vents can only be
small increments. Start at 72 ‡ (22 †).
closed when the controls on the side air
X To increase/reduce the temperature in
vents are turned downwards.
the rear compartment using the front
control panel: press the á button.
The indicator lamp in the á button goes
out.
7 Canada only.
8 Canada only.
134 Operating the climate control systems
Climate control
vehicles for the USA.
the rear window defroster switches off
MAX COOL is only operational when the
automatically after several minutes.
engine is running.
If the battery voltage is too low, the rear
When you activate MAX COOL, climate
window defroster may switch off.
control switches to the following functions:
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
Rmaximum cooling
ignition lock (Y page 141).
Rmaximum airflow X Press the ¤ button.
Rair-recirculation mode on
The indicator lamp in the ¤ button lights
X To activate: press the Ù button. up or goes out.
The indicator lamp in the button lights up.
X To activate: press the Ù button again.
The indicator lamp goes out. The previously
selected settings are restored.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the Setting the center air vents
ignition lock (Y page 141) or remove it.
X To activate: press the Ì button.
The indicator lamp in the Ì button lights
up.
i If the residual heat function is activated,
the windows may fog up on the inside.
X To deactivate: press the Ì button.
The indicator lamp in the Ì button goes
out.
i Residual heat is deactivated
automatically: : Center air vent, left
Rafter
; Center air vent, right
approximately 30 minutes
Rwhen the ignition is switched on
= Center vent thumbwheel, right
Climate control
Rif the battery voltage drops ? Center vent thumbwheel, left
Rwhen the auxiliary heating is activated X To open/close: turn thumbwheels =
and ? up or down.
G WARNING
Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air
vents. This could result in burns or frostbite in
the immediate vicinity of the air vents. There
is a risk of injury.
Make sure that all vehicle occupants always
maintain a sufficient distance to the air
outlets. If necessary, redirect the airflow to
another area of the vehicle interior.
In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air : Side window defroster vent
through the air vents into the vehicle interior, ; Side air vent
please observe the following notes: = Control for side air vent
Rkeep the air inlet between the windshield X To open/close: turn thumbwheel = to the
and the hood free of blockages, such as ice,
left or right.
snow or leaves.
Rnever cover the air vents or air intake grilles
in the vehicle interior.
Setting the glove box air vent
i For virtually draft-free ventilation, adjust
When automatic climate control is activated,
the sliders of the air vents to the center
the glove box can be ventilated, for instance
position.
to cool its contents. The level of airflow
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time of publication of the Operator's After 1,000 miles (1,500 km), you can
Manual. Country-specific differences are increase the engine speed gradually and
possible. Please note that your vehicle may accelerate the vehicle to full speed.
not be equipped with all features Additional breaking-in notes for AMG
described. This also applies to safety- vehicles:
related systems and functions.
RDo not drive faster than 85 mph
i Read the information on qualified (140 km/h) for the first 1000 miles
specialist workshops: (Y page 25). (1500 km).
ROnly allow the engine to reach a maximum
engine speed of 4,500 rpm briefly.
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle RChange gear in good time.
Important safety notes i You should also observe these notes on
New and replaced brake pads and discs only breaking in if the engine or parts of the drive
reach their optimum braking effect after train on your vehicle have been replaced.
several hundred kilometers of driving. i Always observe the respective speed
Compensate for this by applying greater force
limits.
to the brake pedal.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are ! AMG vehicles: at low engine oil
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter temperatures below 68 ‡ (+20 †), the
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats maximum engine speed is restricted in
securely and as specified in order to ensure order to protect the engine. To protect the
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use engine and maintain smooth engine
G WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake g To remove the SmartKey
boosting effect. You will require considerably
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
shift the transmission to position P
of an accident.
1 Power supply for some consumers, such
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
as the windshield wipers
2 Ignition (power supply for all consumers)
G WARNING
and drive position
If the parking brake has not been fully
3 To start the engine
released when driving, the parking brake can:
Roverheat and cause a fire The steering is locked when you remove the
Rlose
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
its hold function.
There is a risk of fire and an accident. Release i The SmartKey can be turned in the
the parking brake fully before driving off. ignition lock even if it is not the correct
SmartKey for the vehicle. The ignition is not
! Warm up the engine quickly. Do not use switched on. The engine cannot be started.
the engine's full performance until it has
reached operating temperature.
Only shift the automatic transmission to
the desired drive position when the vehicle
is stationary.
Where possible, avoid spinning the drive
wheels when pulling away on slippery
roads. You could otherwise damage the
drive train.
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KEYLESS-GO
General notes
RDo not keep the KEYLESS-GO key:
- with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile
Driving and parking
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i The Start/Stop button can be used to You can open the doors from the inside at
start the vehicle without inserting the any time.
SmartKey into the ignition lock. The Start/ You can also deactivate the automatic
Stop button must be inserted in the ignition locking feature (Y page 211).
lock and the SmartKey must be in the
i Upshifts take place at higher engine
Driving and parking
vehicle.
speeds after a cold start. This helps the
X Depress the brake pedal and keep it catalytic converter to reach its operating
depressed. temperature more quickly.
X Press the Start/Stop button once
(Y page 142). Hill start assist
The engine starts.
Hill start assist helps you when pulling away
forwards or in reverse on an uphill gradient.
It holds the vehicle for a short time after you
Pulling away
have removed your foot from the brake pedal.
Automatic transmission This gives you enough time to move your foot
from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal
G WARNING and to depress it before the vehicle begins to
If the engine speed is above the idling speed roll.
and you engage transmission position D or
R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There
G WARNING
is a risk of an accident. After a short time, hill start assist will no
longer brake your vehicle and it could roll
When engaging transmission position D or R,
away. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
always firmly depress the brake pedal and do
not simultaneously accelerate. Therefore, quickly move your foot from the
brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Never
i It is only possible to shift the transmission leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start
from position P to the desired position if assist.
you depress the brake pedal. Only then is
the selector lever lock released. X Take your foot off the brake pedal.
The vehicle is then held for about a second.
X Depress the brake pedal and keep it X Pull away.
depressed.
X Shift the transmission to position D or R. Hill start assist will not function if:
X Release the parking brake (Y page 159). Ryou are pulling away on a level road or on
X Release the brake pedal.
a downhill gradient.
Rthe transmission is in position N.
X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.
Rthe parking brake is applied.
! If a warning tone sounds and the RESP® is malfunctioning.
Release Park. Brake message appears
in the multifunction display, the parking
brake is still applied. Release the parking
brake.
i The vehicle locks centrally once you have
pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors
drop down.
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ECO start/stop function Rthe set temperature for the vehicle interior
has been reached.
Important safety notes Rthe battery is sufficiently charged.
If the engine is switched off automatically and not fogged up when the air-conditioning
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The engine does not The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak
start. You cannot hear or discharged.
the starter motor. X Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 302).
The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high.
X Allow the starter motor to cool down for approximately two
minutes.
X Try to start the engine again.
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The coolant The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine
temperature gauge is no longer being cooled sufficiently.
shows a value above X Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant
248 ‡ (120 †). to cool down.
X Check the coolant level (Y page 286). Observe the warning
notes as you do so and add coolant if necessary.
G WARNING
The automatic transmission switches to Example: selector lever
neutral position N when you switch off the j Park position with selector lever lock
engine. The vehicle may roll away. There is a k Reverse gear
risk of an accident.
i Neutral
After switching off the engine, always switch
h Drive
to parking position P. Prevent the parked
vehicle from rolling away by applying the
parking brake.
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A Neutral Kickdown
Do not shift the transmission to N Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
while driving. The transmission X Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the
could otherwise be damaged. pressure point.
No power is transmitted from the The automatic transmission shifts to a
Driving and parking
engine to the drive wheels. lower gear depending on the engine speed.
Releasing the brakes will allow you X Ease off the accelerator pedal once the
to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to desired speed is reached.
push it or tow it. The automatic transmission shifts back up.
If ESP® is deactivated or faulty:
only shift the transmission to
position N if the vehicle is in danger Program selector button
of skidding, e.g. on icy roads.
General notes
! Rolling in neutral N can damage
the drive train. The program selector button allows you to
choose between different driving
7 Drive characteristics.
The automatic transmission
changes gear automatically. All
forward gears are available.
Changing gear
The automatic transmission shifts to the
individual gears automatically when it is in
transmission position D. This automatic
gearshifting behavior is determined by:
Ra shift range restriction, if selected Example: program selector button
Rthe selected drive program: (Y page 150)
E Economy Comfortable, economical
Rthe position of the accelerator pedal
driving
Rthe road speed
S Sport Sporty driving style
M Manual Manual gear shifting
Driving tips
AMG vehicles i For further information on the automatic
drive program, see (Y page 151).
When shifting down, the double-clutch
function is active regardless of the currently Only change from automatic drive program
selected drive program. The double-clutch E or S to manual drive program M when the
function reduces load change reactions and vehicle is stationary.
is conducive to a sporty driving style. The X Press program selector button :
sound generated by the double-clutch repeatedly until the letter for the desired
function depends on the drive program gearshift program appears in the
selected. multifunction display.
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i When the engine is started, the automatic i RS cannot be selected during normal
transmission always switches to automatic driving. For further information on RACE
drive program E (drive program C in AMG START, see (Y page 177).
vehicles).
Drive program selector with manual drive program : Left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter
; Right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter
C Controlled Comfortable, economical
Efficiency driving In the automatic drive program, you can
restrict or derestrict the shift range by using
S Sport Sporty driving style the steering wheel paddle shifters
S+ SportPlus Extremely sporty driving (Y page 152).
style In the manual drive program, you can change
gear using the steering wheel paddle shifters
M Manual Manual gear shifting or the selector lever (Y page 153).
RS RACE Optimal vehicle i You can only change gear with the
START acceleration from a steering wheel paddle shifters when the
standstill transmission is in position D.
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driven at lower engine speeds and the X Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle
wheels being less likely to spin shifter.
Drive program S (drive programs S and S+ on The automatic transmission shifts down
AMG vehicles) is characterized by the one gear and restricts the shift range to the
following: relevant gear.
Rsporty engine and automatic transmission i If the engine exceeds the maximum
settings engine speed when shifting down, the
Rthe vehicle pulling away in first gear automatic transmission protects against
Rthe automatic transmission shifting up engine damage by not shifting down.
later i If the maximum engine speed for the shift
Rthe fuel consumption possibly being higher range is reached and you continue to
as a result of the later automatic accelerate, the automatic transmission
transmission shift points shifts up, even if the shift range is
restricted. This prevents the engine from
overrevving.
Shift ranges
Extending the shift range
Introduction
X Briefly press the selector lever to the right
When the automatic transmission is in
towards D+.
position D, it is possible to restrict or
derestrict the shift range (Y page 152). or
The shift range selected is shown in the X Pull the right-hand steering wheel paddle
multifunction display. The automatic shifter.
transmission shifts only as far as the selected The shift range is derestricted.
gear.
Shift range: Clearing the shift range restriction
= You can use the engine's braking X Press and hold the selector lever towards
effect D+ until D is shown once more in the
multifunction display.
5 You can use the braking effect of
the engine on downhill gradients or
and for driving: X Pull and hold the right-hand steering wheel
Ron
paddle shifter until D is shown again in the
steep mountain roads
multifunction display.
Rin mountainous terrain The automatic transmission shifts from the
Rin arduous conditions current shift range directly to D.
4 To use the braking effect of the
engine on extremely steep downhill
gradients and on long downhill
stretches
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Selecting the ideal shift range X Briefly press the selector lever to the right
towards D+.
X Press the selector lever to the left towards
D– and hold it in position. or
or X Pull the right-hand steering wheel paddle
shifter (Y page 151).
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Kickdown
i AMG vehicles: it is not possible to use
kickdown in manual drive program M.
You can also use kickdown for maximum
acceleration in manual drive program M.
X Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the
pressure point.
The automatic transmission shifts to a
lower gear depending on the engine speed.
i During kickdown, you cannot change gear
using the steering wheel paddle shifters or
the selector lever.
Releasing the parking lock manually cloth) from the right-hand edge. Pull
selector lever gaiter : up and out.
In the event of an electrical malfunction, it is
X Press release button ; down and
possible to release the selector lever lock
manually to move it out of position P. This is simultaneously move the selector lever out
the case, for example, if you wish to tow the of position P.
vehicle away. The selector lever can now be moved freely
until it is returned to position P.
Transfer case
This section is only valid for vehicles with 4-
wheel drive (4MATIC). Power is always
transmitted to both axles.
! Performance tests may only be carried
out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake
system or transfer case could otherwise be
damaged. Contact a qualified specialist
! Do not use any sharp-edged objects to
workshop for a performance test.
remove the selector lever gaiter from the
center console. This could damage the ! If the parking brake is being tested on a
selector lever gaiter. brake dynamometer, the ignition must be
switched off (SmartKey or Start/Stop
X Apply the parking brake.
button in position 0 or 1), as ESP® will
X Pry off selector lever gaiter : with a flat,
blunt object (e.g. a screwdriver wrapped in
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otherwise automatically intervene. The Always touch the vehicle body before opening
brake system could otherwise be damaged. the fuel filler flap or touching the fuel pump
! Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed nozzle. Any existing electrostatic buildup is
with either the front or the rear axle raised, thereby discharged.
as doing so will damage the transmission.
Driving and parking
The position of the fuel filler cap is displayed For further information on warning and
8 in the instrument cluster. The arrow indicator lamps in the instrument cluster,
next to the filling pump indicates the side of see (Y page 250).
the vehicle.
To close
X Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn
clockwise until it engages audibly.
X Close the fuel filler flap.
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G WARNING
Risk of explosion or fire.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove
it immediately (Y page 141).
X Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The fuel filler flap The fuel filler flap is not unlocked.
cannot be opened. or
The SmartKey battery is discharged.
X Unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 76).
X Open the trunk lid.
X Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release
(Y page 157).
! Always secure the vehicle correctly driver's door is open, this corresponds to
against rolling away. Otherwise, the vehicle key position 0: "key removed".
or its drivetrain could be damaged. If you try to switch off the engine when the
To ensure that the vehicle is secured against transmission is not in position P, a message
rolling away unintentionally: appears in the multifunction display. A signal
i The SmartKey can only be removed if the If you brake the vehicle with the parking
transmission is in position P. brake, the brake lamps will not light up.
Using KEYLESS-GO
XPress the Start/Stop button (Y page 142).
The engine stops and all the indicator
lamps in the instrument cluster go out.
i When the driver's door is closed, this
corresponds to key position 1. When the
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Driving tips
General driving tips
Important safety notes
Driving and parking
G WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
X To apply: depress parking brake ; firmly. more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
When the engine is running, the $ (USA of an accident.
only) or J (Canada only) indicator lamp Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
lights up in the instrument cluster.
X To release: depress the brake pedal and G WARNING
keep it depressed. If you operate mobile communication
X Pull release handle :. equipment while driving, you will be
When the ignition is switched on or the distracted from traffic conditions. You could
engine is running, the $ (USA only) or also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk
J (Canada only) indicator lamp goes out of an accident.
in the instrument cluster. Only operate this equipment when the vehicle
is stationary.
Parking the vehicle for a long period Observe the legal requirements for the
country in which you are driving. Some
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a
four weeks, the battery may be damaged by mobile phone while driving a vehicle.
exhaustive discharging.
If you make a call while driving, always use
X Connecting a trickle charger.
hands-free mode. Only operate the telephone
i You can obtain information about trickle when the traffic situation permits. If you are
chargers from a qualified specialist unsure, pull over to a safe location and stop
workshop. before operating the telephone.
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than Bear in mind that at a speed of only 30 mph
six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as (approximately 50 km/h), the vehicle covers
a result of lack of use. a distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m)
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop and per second.
seek advice.
Drive sensibly – save fuel
Observe the following tips to save fuel:
X The tires should always be inflated to the
recommended tire pressure.
X Remove unnecessary loads.
X Remove roof racks when they are not
needed.
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X Warm up the engine at low engine speeds. specific service work must be carried out at
X Avoid frequent acceleration or braking. regular intervals and in accordance with the
X Have all maintenance work carried out as Mercedes-Benz service requirements. Details
indicated by the service intervals in the can be found in the Maintenance Booklet.
Maintenance Booklet or by the service
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Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only adapt your driving and braking accordingly
have brake pads/linings installed on your during this break-in period.
vehicle which have been approved for Excessive heavy braking results in
Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which correspond correspondingly high brake wear. Observe
to an equivalent quality standard. Brake the brake wear warning lamp in the
Driving and parking
pads/linings which have not been approved instrument cluster and note any brake status
for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not messages in the multifunction display.
of an equivalent quality could affect your Especially for high performance driving, it is
vehicle's operating safety. important to maintain and have the brake
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only system checked regularly.
use brake fluid that has been specially
approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz,
or which corresponds to an equivalent quality Driving on wet roads
standard. Brake fluid which has not been
approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or Hydroplaning
which is not of an equivalent quality could If water has accumulated to a certain depth
affect your vehicle's operating safety. on the road surface, there is a danger of
hydroplaning occurring, even if:
High-performance brake system for Ryou drive at low speeds.
AMG vehicles
Rthe tires have adequate tread depth.
The high-performance brake system is For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or
installed only on the C 63 AMG. in conditions in which hydroplaning may
The high-performance brake system is occur, you must drive in the following
designed for heavy loads. This may lead to manner:
noise when braking. This will depend on: Rlower your speed.
RSpeed Ravoidruts.
RBraking force Rbrake carefully.
REnvironmental conditions, such as
temperature and humidity Driving on flooded roads
The wear and tear on individual brake system
! Do not drive through flooded areas.
components, e.g. brake pads/linings or
Check the depth of any water before driving
discs, depends on:
through it. Drive slowly through standing
Rthe individual driving style water. Otherwise, water may enter the
Rthe operating conditions vehicle interior or the engine compartment.
For this reason, it is impossible to state a This can damage the electronic
mileage that will be valid under all components in the engine or the automatic
circumstances. An aggressive driving style transmission. Water can also be drawn in
will lead to high wear. You can obtain further by the engine's air suction nozzles and this
information about this from your authorized can cause engine damage.
Mercedes-Benz Center.
New and replaced brake pads and discs only
reach their optimum braking effect after
several hundred kilometers of driving.
Compensate for this by applying greater force
to the brake pedal. Keep this in mind, and
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store any road speed above 20 mph the segments between the stored speed and
(30 km/h). the maximum speed light up.
If you fail to adapt your driving style, cruise
control can neither reduce the risk of an Storing and maintaining the current
accident nor override the laws of physics. speed
Driving and parking
Cruise control cannot take into account the You can store the current speed if you are
road, traffic and weather conditions. Cruise driving faster than 20 mph (30 km/h).
control is only an aid. You are responsible for
X Accelerate the vehicle to the desired
the distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle
speed, for braking in good time and for speed.
staying in your lane. X Briefly press the cruise control lever
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In such cases, DISTRONIC PLUS may: to lose traction and the vehicle could then
Rgive
skid
an unnecessary warning and then
Rwhen there is poor visibility, e.g. due to fog,
brake the vehicle
Rneither give a warning nor intervene
heavy rain or snow
DISTRONIC PLUS may not detect narrow
Driving and parking
Raccelerate unexpectedly
vehicles driving in front, e.g. motorcycles, or
There is a risk of an accident. vehicles driving on a different line.
Continue to drive carefully and be ready to In particular, the detection of obstacles can
brake, in particular when warned to do so by be impaired if:
DISTRONIC PLUS.
Rdirt on the sensors or anything else
G WARNING covering the sensors
Rsnow or heavy rain
DISTRONIC PLUS brakes your vehicle with up
to 40% of the maximum braking force. If this Rinterference by other radar sources
braking force is insufficient, DISTRONIC PLUS Rstrong radar reflections, for example, in
warns you visually and audibly. There is a risk parking garages
of an accident. If DISTRONIC PLUS no longer detects a
In such cases, apply the brakes yourself and vehicle in front, DISTRONIC PLUS may
try to take evasive action. unexpectedly accelerate the vehicle to the
stored speed.
! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function This speed may:
is activated, the vehicle brakes
Rbe too high if you are driving in a filter lane
automatically in certain situations. To
prevent damage to the vehicle, deactivate or an exit lane
DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in Rbe so high when driving in the right-hand
the following or other similar situations: lane that you overtake vehicles in the left-
Rwhen
hand lane
towing the vehicle
Rbe so high when driving in the left-hand lane
Rin the car wash
that you overtake vehicles in the right-hand
If you fail to adapt your driving style, lane
DISTRONIC PLUS can neither reduce the risk If there is a change of drivers, advise the new
of accident nor override the laws of physics. driver of the speed stored.
DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take into account
For DISTRONIC PLUS to assist you when
the road, traffic and weather conditions.
driving, the radar sensor system must be:
DISTRONIC PLUS is only an aid. You are
responsible for the distance to the vehicle in Ractivated (Y page 211)
front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good Roperational
time and for staying in your lane. If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC
Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS: PLUS operates in the same way as cruise
Rin road and traffic conditions which do not control in the speed range between 20 mph
allow you to maintain a constant speed e.g. (Canada: 30 km/h) and 120 mph (Canada:
in heavy traffic or on winding roads 200 km/h). If a vehicle is driving in front of
Ron slippery road surfaces. Braking or
you, it operates in the speed range between
0 mph (0 km/h) and 120 mph (Canada:
accelerating could cause the drive wheels
200 km/h).
Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS while driving on
roads with steep gradients.
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shown in the multifunction display. If the cruise control lever to set the specified
vehicle in front is no longer detected and minimum distance (Y page 172).
displayed, DISTRONIC PLUS switches off and
a tone sounds. Pulling away
X If the vehicle in front pulls away: remove
X Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards
your foot from the brake pedal.
Driving and parking
Rthe electrical system in the engine The sounding of the horn alerts you to the fact
compartment, the battery or the fuses have that the vehicle has been parked while
been tampered with. DISTRONIC PLUS is still activated. The sound
Rthe battery is disconnected. becomes louder if you attempt to lock the
Rthe accelerator pedal has been depressed,
vehicle. The vehicle is not locked until
DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
e.g. by a vehicle occupant.
There is a risk of an accident. i If the engine has been switched off, it
If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off cannot be started again until DISTRONIC
DISTRONIC PLUS and secure the vehicle PLUS has been deactivated.
against rolling away. If DISTRONIC PLUS is activated and a
malfunction occurs in the system or if there
Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS is a disruption in the power supply, the
(Y page 173). Brake Immediately message is shown in
If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle the multifunction display. Depress the brake
in front is stopping, it brakes your vehicle until firmly immediately until the warning message
it is stationary. disappears from the multifunction display or
Once your vehicle is stationary, it remains shift the transmission to position P.
stationary and you do not need to depress the DISTRONIC PLUS is then deactivated.
brake.
Setting a speed
i Depending on the specified minimum
distance, your vehicle will come to a X Press the cruise control lever up : for a
standstill at a sufficient distance behind the higher speed or down ; for a lower speed.
vehicle in front. The specified minimum X To adjust the set speed in 1 mph
distance is set using the control on the increments (1 km/h increments): briefly
cruise control lever. press the cruise control lever up : or
You will see a warning message in the down ; to the pressure point.
multifunction display if DISTRONIC PLUS is Every time the cruise control lever is
activated and: pressed up : or down ; the last speed
Rthe driver's door is open and the driver's stored is increased or reduced.
seat belt is unfastened. X To adjust the set speed in 5 mph
Rthe engine is switched off. increments (10 km/h increments):
Rthe hood is opened. briefly press the cruise control lever
Shift to 'P'
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HOLD function
Important safety notes
G WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away
Driving and parking
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speed and driving style to the prevailing road X To cancel: pull the left steering wheel
and weather conditions. paddle shifter (Y page 151).
RACE START enables optimal acceleration or
from a standing start. The precondition for XTo confirm: pull the right steering wheel
this is a suitable high-grip road surface. paddle shifter (Y page 151).
Driving and parking
i RACE START is only available in AMG The RACE START Available Depress
vehicles. gas pedal message appears in the
multifunction display.
Conditions for activation i If you do not depress the accelerator
pedal fully within two seconds, RACE
You can activate RACE START if: START is canceled. The RACE START Not
Rthe doors are closed Possible See Operator's Manual
Rthe engine is running and it has reached an message appears in the multifunction
operating temperature of approximately display.
176 ‡ (80 †) This is the case when the XFully depress the accelerator pedal.
engine oil temperature in the multifunction The engine speed rises to approximately
display stops flashing. 3,500 rpm.
RSPORT handling mode is activated The RACE START Release brake to
(Y page 68) start message appears in the
Rthe steering wheel is in the straight-ahead multifunction display.
position i If you do not release the brake pedal
Rthe vehicle is stationary and the brake within five seconds, RACE START is
pedal is depressed (left foot) canceled. The multifunction display shows
Rthe transmission is in position D the RACE START Canceled message.
X Take your foot off the brake, but keep the
Activating RACE START accelerator pedal depressed.
X Depress the brake pedal with your left foot The vehicle pulls away at maximum
and keep it depressed. acceleration.
X Turn the drive program selector clockwise The RACE START Active message appears
(Y page 150) until the RS lamp lights up. in the multifunction display.
The RACE START Confirm: Paddle UP RACE START is deactivated when the vehicle
Cancel: Paddle DOWN message appears reaches a speed of approximately 30 mph
in the multifunction display. (Canada: 50 km/h). Drive program S+ is
i If the activation conditions are no longer activated. SPORT handling mode remains
fulfilled, RACE START is canceled. The activated.
multifunction display shows the RACE RACE START is deactivated immediately if
START Canceled message. you release the accelerator pedal during
RACE START or if any of the activation
conditions are no longer fulfilled. The RACE
START Not Possible See Operator's
Manual message appears in the multifunction
display.
i If RACE START is used repeatedly within
a short period of time, it is only available
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again after the vehicle has been driven a immediate surroundings. You are always
certain distance. responsible for safe maneuvering, parking
and exiting a parking space. When
maneuvering, parking or pulling out of a
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive) parking space, make sure that there are no
PARKTRONIC
Important safety notes
PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with
ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and
audibly the distance between your vehicle
and an object.
PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a
replacement for your attention to your
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Warning displays
Side view
The warning displays show the distance
between the sensors and the obstacle. The
warning display for the front area is located
on the dashboard above the center air vents.
The warning display for the rear area is
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Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC
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The rear view camera is located in the handle function is selected in COMAND (see the
strip of the trunk lid. separate operating instructions for
COMAND).
Rear view camera : is an optical parking and
X Engage reverse gear.
maneuvering aid. It shows the area behind
your vehicle in the COMAND display. The area behind the vehicle is shown in the
COMAND display.
ATTENTION ASSIST
Important safety notes
ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the
driver. It might not always recognize fatigue
or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to
recognize them at all. The system is not a
substitute for a well-rested and attentive
: Rear view camera driver.
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ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, X Activate ATTENTION ASSIST using the on-
monotonous journeys, such as on highways. board computer (Y page 207).
It is active in the range between 50 mph Symbol : appears in the multifunction
(80 km/h) and 112 mph (180 km/h). display.
If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical If ATTENTION ASSIST is active, you will be
Driving and parking
indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in warned no sooner than 20 minutes after your
concentration on the part of the driver, it journey has begun. You then hear an
suggests you take a break. intermittent warning tone twice and the
ATTENTION ASSIST assesses your level of Attention Assist: Drowsiness
fatigue or lapses in concentration by taking Detected message appears in the
the following criteria into account: multifunction display.
Ryour personal driving style, e.g. steering X If necessary, take a break.
characteristics X Press the a button to confirm the
Rjourney details, e.g. time of day and length message.
of journey
On long journeys, take regular breaks in good
The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is time to allow yourself to rest properly. If you
restricted and warnings may be delayed or do not take a break, you will be warned again
not occur at all: after 15 minutes at the earliest. The
Rif the road condition is poor, e.g. if the precondition for this is that
surface is uneven or if there are potholes ATTENTION ASSIST still detects typical
Rif there is a strong side wind indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in
Rif you have adopted a sporty driving style
concentration.
with high cornering speeds or high rates of ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you
acceleration continue your journey and starts assessing
Rif you are predominantly driving slower
your tiredness again if:
than 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster than Ryou switch off the engine.
112 mph (180 km/h) Ryou take off your seat belt and open the
Rif you are currently using COMAND or driver's door, e.g. for a change of drivers or
making a telephone call with it to take a break.
Rif the time has been set incorrectly
Rin active driving situations, such as when
Lane Tracking package
you change lanes or change your speed
General notes
Warning and display messages in the
multifunction display The Lane Tracking package consists of Blind
Spot Assist (Y page 186) and Lane Keeping
Assist (Y page 188).
display in the exterior mirrors draws your Any unauthorized modification to this
attention to vehicles detected in the device could void the user’s authority to
monitored area. If you then switch on the operate the equipment.
corresponding turn signal to change lanes,
you will also receive a visual and audible Monitoring range of the sensors
In particular, the detection of obstacles can
i USA only:
Blind Spot Assist monitors the area up to
This device has been approved by the FCC
10 ft (3m) behind your vehicle and directly
as a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar
next to your vehicle, as shown in the diagram.
sensor is intended for use in an automotive
radar system only. Removing, tampering If the lanes are narrow, vehicles driving in the
with, or altering the device will void any lane beyond the lane next to your vehicle may
warranties, and is not permitted by the be indicated, especially if the vehicles are not
FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in driving in the middle of their lane. This may
any non-approved way. be the case if there are vehicles driving at the
inner edge of their lanes.
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Due to the nature of the system: blind spot monitoring range from behind or
Rwarnings may be issued in error when from the side. When you overtake a vehicle,
driving close to crash barriers or similar the warning only occurs if the difference in
solid lane borders. speed is less than 7 mph (12 km/h).
Rthe warning is canceled when driving for an The yellow indicator lamp goes out if reverse
Driving and parking
extended period next to long vehicles, such gear is engaged. In this event, Blind Spot
as trucks. Assist is no longer active.
The two radar sensors for Blind Spot Assist The brightness of the indicator/warning
are integrated into the sides of the rear lamps is adjusted automatically according to
bumper. Make sure that the bumper is free of the ambient light.
dirt, ice or slush in the vicinity of the sensors. Collision warning
The sensors must not be covered, for
If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range
example by cycle racks or overhanging loads.
of Blind Spot Assist and you switch on the
Following a severe impact or in the event of
corresponding turn signal, a double warning
damage to the bumpers, have the function of
tone sounds. Red warning lamp : flashes. If
the sensors checked at a qualified specialist
the turn signal remains on, vehicles detected
workshop. Blind Spot Assist may otherwise
are indicated by the flashing of red warning
not work properly.
lamp :. There are no further warning tones.
Indicator and warning display
Switching on Blind Spot Assist
Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below
X Make sure that the radar sensor system
approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). Vehicles in
the monitoring range are then not indicated. (Y page 211) and Blind Spot Assist
(Y page 208) are activated in the on-board
computer.
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
Warning lamps : in the exterior mirrors
light up red for approximately
1.5 seconds and then turn yellow.
G WARNING
The Lane Keeping Assist warning does not
return the vehicle to the original lane. There
is a risk of an accident.
You should always steer, brake or accelerate
yourself, in particular if warned by Lane
Keeping Assist.
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be the case if there are vehicles driving at the If a vehicle is detected within the monitoring
inner edge of their lanes. range of Active Blind Spot Assist at speeds
Due to the nature of the system: above 20 mph (30 km/h), warning lamp :
Rwarnings
on the corresponding side lights up red. This
may be issued in error when
warning is always emitted when a vehicle
driving close to crash barriers or similar
Driving and parking
: Yellow indicator lamp/red warning lamp In very rare cases, the system may make an
inappropriate brake application. An
When Active Blind Spot Assist is activated, inappropriate brake application may be
indicator lamp : in the exterior mirrors lights interrupted at any time if you steer slightly in
up yellow at speeds of up to 20 mph the opposite direction or accelerate.
(30 km/h). At speeds above 20 mph
If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a
(30 km/h), the indicator lamp goes out and
lateral collision in the monitoring range, a
Active Blind Spot Assist is operational.
course-correcting brake application is carried
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out. This is meant to assist you in avoiding a Active Lane Keeping Assist
collision.
The course-correcting brake application is General notes
available in the speed range between Active Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area
20 mph (30 km/h) and120 mph (200 km/h). in front of your vehicle by means of
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Rgive
In order that you are warned only when
an unnecessary warning and then
necessary and in good time if you cross the
make a course-correcting brake application
lane marking, the system recognizes certain
to the vehicle
conditions and warns you accordingly.
Rnot give a warning or intervene
The warning vibration occurs earlier if:
There is a risk of an accident.
Ryou approach the outer lane marking on a
Always pay particular attention to the traffic
bend.
situation and keep within the lane, especially
Rthe road has very wide lanes, e.g. a
if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you.
Terminate the intervention in a non-critical highway.
driving situation. Rthe system recognizes solid lane markings.
on one side. This is meant to assist you in Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect
bringing the vehicle back to the original lane. traffic situations or road users. An
This function is available in the range between inappropriate brake application may be
40 mph and 120 mph (60 km/h and interrupted at any time if you:
200 km/h). Rsteer slightly in the opposite direction
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i Read the information on qualified The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the
displays and the controls in the vehicle
specialist workshops: (Y page 25).
interior can be adjusted using the brightness
control knob.
Important safety notes The brightness control knob is located on the
bottom left of the instrument cluster
(Y page 31).
G WARNING
X Turn the brightness control knob clockwise
If you operate information systems and
communication equipment integrated in the or counter-clockwise.
vehicle while driving, you will be distracted If the light switch is set to Ã, T or
from traffic conditions. You could also lose L, the brightness is dependent upon
control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an the brightness of the ambient light.
accident. i The light sensor in the instrument cluster
Only operate the equipment when the traffic automatically controls the brightness of
situation permits. If you are not sure that this the multifunction display.
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
In daylight, the displays in the instrument
to traffic conditions and operate the
cluster are not illuminated.
equipment when the vehicle is stationary.
Under normal operating conditions and with Operating the on-board computer
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X
= RCalls up the menu and menu bar
; 8 RMute
9 Press briefly:
Back button
: RScrolls in lists
RSelects a submenu or function % Press briefly:
RIn the Audio menu: selects a RBack
stored station, an audio track or RSwitches off the Voice Control
a video scene System; see the separate
RIn the Tel (telephone) menu: operating instructions
switches to the phone book and RHides display messages/calls
selects a name or telephone up the last Trip menu function
number used
9 Press and hold: RExits the telephone book/redial
: RIn
memory
the Audio menu: selects the
previous/next station or selects % Press and hold:
an audio track or a video scene RCalls up the standard display in
using rapid scrolling
the Trip menu
RIn the Tel (Telephone) menu:
starts rapid scrolling of the
phone book if it is open Multifunction display
a RConfirms a selection/display Values and settings as well as display
message messages are shown in the multifunction
RIn the Tel (Telephone) menu: display.
switches to the telephone book
and starts dialing the selected
number
RIn the Audio menu: stops the
station search function at the
desired station
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whereas the values in the From Reset X Press the = or ; button on the
On-board computer and displays
submenu are calculated from the last time the steering wheel to select the Trip menu.
submenu was reset (Y page 202). X Press 9 or : to select ECO
The From Start trip computer is DISPLAY.
automatically reset if:
If the ignition remains switched off for longer
Rthe ignition has been switched off for more
than four hours, the ECO display will be
than four hours. automatically reset.
R999 hours have been exceeded.
Further information on the ECO display
R9999 miles have been exceeded. (Y page 161).
The From Reset trip computer is
automatically reset if the value exceeds Digital speedometer
9,999 hours or 99,999 miles.
: Digital speedometer
X Press the = or ; button on the
steering wheel to select the Trip menu.
X Press the 9 or : button to select the
X Press the = or ; button on the
digital speedometer.
steering wheel to select the Trip menu.
X Press the 9 or : button to select the
Resetting values
current fuel consumption and the
approximate range (except for AMG
vehicles).
The approximate range that can be covered
depends on the fuel level and your current
driving style. If there is only a small amount
of fuel left in the fuel tank, the display shows
a vehicle being refueled C instead of the
Example: resetting the trip computer "From Start"
range.
X Press the = or ; button on the
ECO display steering wheel to select the Trip menu.
X Press the 9 or : button to select the
function that you wish to reset.
X Press the a button.
X Press the : button to select Yes and
press the a button to confirm.
: Direction of travel
; Current road
: Road into which the change of direction
Route guidance active leads
No change of direction announced ; Distance to change of direction and visual
distance display
= New lane during a change of direction
? Uninterrupted lane
A Lane recommendation
B Change-of-direction symbol
On multilane roads, the system can display
: Distance to the destination lane recommendation A for the next change
; Distance to the next change of direction
of direction. During the change of direction,
additional lanes may be displayed.
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Lane recommendations are only displayed if X To select a stored station: briefly press
On-board computer and displays
i SIRIUS XM satellite radio functions like a steering wheel to select the Audio menu.
normal radio.
For more information on satellite radio
operation, see the separate operating
instructions.
i For information on switching waveband
and storing stations; see the separate
operating instructions.
Example: CD/DVD changer display
X Switch on the audio system or COMAND : Current title
and select Radio (see the separate
operating instructions). X To select the next/previous track:
briefly press the 9 or : button.
X Press the = or ; button on the
X To select a track from the track list
steering wheel to select the Audio menu.
(rapid scrolling): press and hold the
9 or : button until desired track has
been reached.
If you press and hold 9 or :, the rapid
scrolling speed is increased. Not all audio
drives or data carriers support this function.
If track information is stored on the audio
: Waveband device or medium, the multifunction display
; Station frequency with memory position will show the number and name of the track.
The current track does not appear in audio
AUX mode (Auxiliary audio mode: external
audio source connected).
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Telephone menu
Introduction
G WARNING
If you operate information systems and
communication equipment integrated in the
vehicle while driving, you will be distracted X Press the 6 button on the steering
from traffic conditions. You could also lose wheel to accept an incoming call.
control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an You can accept a call even if you are not in
accident. the Tel menu.
Only operate the equipment when the traffic
situation permits. If you are not sure that this Rejecting or ending a call
is possible, park the vehicle paying attention
to traffic conditions and operate the X Press the ~ button on the steering
equipment when the vehicle is stationary. wheel.
You can end or reject a call even if you are not
When telephoning, you must observe the in the Tel menu.
legal requirements for the country in which
you are currently driving.
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The on-board computer saves the last names steering wheel to select the DriveAssist
or numbers dialed in the redial memory. menu.
X Press the 9 or : button to select
X Press the = or ; button on the
steering wheel to select the Tel menu. Distance Display.
X Press the a button.
X Press the 6 button to switch to the
redial memory. The DISTRONIC PLUS distance display
(Y page 173) appears in the multifunction
X Press the 9 or : button to select the
display.
desired name or number.
X Press the 6 or a button to start
If the Sensors Deactivated message
appears, the radar sensor system is
dialing.
deactivated.
or
X Switch on the radar sensor system
X If you do not want to make a call: press
(Y page 211).
the ~ or % button.
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Only deactivate ESP® in the situations steering wheel to select the DriveAssist
described in the following. menu.
X Press the 9 or : button to select
Activating/deactivating ESP® on AMG PRE-SAFE Brake.
vehicles (Y page 68). X Press the a button.
For further information about ESP®, see The current selection is displayed.
(Y page 66). X To activate/deactivate: press the a
X Start the engine. button again.
X Press the = or ; button on the
When PRE-SAFE® Brake (Y page 69) is
steering wheel to select the DriveAssist activated, the multifunction display shows
menu. the Ä symbol as long as the HOLD
X Press the 9 or : button to select function is not activated (Y page 176).
ESP. Vehicles with Parking Guidance: if
X Press the a button. PARKTRONIC is activated and you are driving
X To deactivate: press a again. at a speed below 22 mph (35 km/h), the j
The å warning lamp in the instrument Parking Guidance symbol is shown instead of
cluster lights up. the Ä symbol.
X To activate: press a again. If the PRE-SAFE Brake: Sensors
Deactivated message appears, the radar
The å warning lamp in the instrument
sensor system is deactivated.
cluster goes out.
X Switch on the radar sensor system
ESP® is deactivated if the å warning lamp (Y page 211).
in the instrument cluster lights up
continuously when the engine is running. For more information on PRE-SAFE® Brake,
see (Y page 69).
If the ÷ warning lamp and the å
warning lamp are lit continuously, ESP® is not
Activating/deactivating ATTENTION
available due to a malfunction.
ASSIST
It may be best to deactivate ESP® in the
following situations: X Press the = or ; button on the
Rwhen
steering wheel to select the DriveAssist
using snow chains
menu.
Rin deep snow X Press the 9 or : button to select
Ron sand or gravel
Attention Assist.
Observe the information on warning lamps X Press the a button.
(Y page 246).
The current selection is displayed.
Observe the information on display messages X To activate/deactivate: press the a
(Y page 217).
button again.
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When ATTENTION ASSIST (Y page 185) is When Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane
On-board computer and displays
activated, the À symbol appears in the Keeping Assist is activated, the à symbol
multifunction display when the ignition is on. appears in the multifunction display when the
For further information about ATTENTION ignition is on.
ASSIST, see (Y page 185). For further information about Lane Keeping
Assist, see (Y page 188).
Activating/deactivating Blind Spot For further information about Active Lane
Assist Keeping Assist, see (Y page 193).
X Press the = or ; button on the
steering wheel to select the DriveAssist
Maintenance menu
menu.
X Press the 9 or : button to select
Blind Spot Assist.
X Press the a button.
The current selection is displayed.
X To activate/deactivate: press the a
button again.
If the Blind Spot Assist Sensors In the Serv. menu, you have the following
Deactivated or Act. Blind Spot Asst. options:
Sensors Deactivated message appears, RCalling up display messages
the radar sensor system is deactivated. (Y page 216)
X Switch on the radar sensor system RRestarting the tire pressure loss warning
(Y page 211). system (Canada only) (Y page 317)
RChecking the tire pressure electronically
For further information about Blind Spot
Assist, see (Y page 186). (Y page 318)
RCalling up the service due date
For further information about Active Blind
Spot Assist, see (Y page 190). (Y page 282)
X Press the a button to save the setting. steering wheel to select the Sett. menu.
X Press the : or 9 button to select the
The selected unit of measurement for
Lights submenu.
distance applies to:
X Press a to confirm.
Rthe digital speedometer in the Trip menu
X Press the : or 9 button to select the
Rthe odometer and the trip odometer
Day Lights function.
Rthe trip computer
If the Day Lights function has been
Rcurrent consumption and the range switched on, the cone of light and the
Rthe navigation instructions in the Navi W symbol in the multifunction display
menu are shown in red.
Rcruise control X Press the a button to save the setting.
RDISTRONIC PLUS
Further information on daytime running
RASSYST PLUS service interval display lamps (Y page 111).
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Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on/ If you have activated the Surround
On-board computer and displays
X Press the : or 9 button to select the RSurround lighting in the exterior mirrors
activated, the vehicle doors are displayed RBlind Spot Assist (Y page 186) or Active
in red in the multifunction display. Blind Spot Assist (Y page 190)
X Press the a button to save the setting.
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SETUP
: Lap
SETUP shows the drive program, the ESP®
; RACETIMER
(Electronic Stability Program) mode and the
SPORT handling mode. You can start the RACETIMER when the
X Press = or ; on the steering wheel engine is running or if the SmartKey is in
to select the AMG menu. position 2 in the ignition lock.
X Press the 9 button repeatedly until X To start: press the a button to start the
SETUP is displayed. RACETIMER.
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: RACETIMER
; Fastest lap time (best lap)
= Lap
Lap statistics
: Lap
; Lap time
= Average lap speed
? Lap length
A Top speed during lap
X Press the 9 or : button to select a
different lap evaluation.
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Display messages
On-board computer and displays
General notes
Display messages appear in the multifunction display.
Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's
Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display.
Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in
this Operator's Manual.
Certain display messages are accompanied by an audible warning tone or a continuous tone.
When the ignition is switched off, all display messages are deleted, apart from some high-
priority display messages. Once the causes of the high-priority display messages have been
rectified, the corresponding display messages are also deleted.
When you stop and park the vehicle, please observe the notes on the HOLD function
(Y page 176) and parking (Y page 158).
Message memory
The message memory allows you to call up previous display messages.
X Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Serv. menu.
If there are display messages, the multifunction display shows 2 messages, for example.
X Press the 9 or : button to select the entry, e.g. 2 messages.
X Press a to confirm.
X Press the 9 or : button to scroll through the display messages.
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Safety systems
÷ ESP®, BAS, PRE-SAFE®, the HOLD function and hill start assist are
unavailable due to a malfunction.
Inoperative See
BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Brake may also have failed.
Operator's Manual
In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the
instrument cluster.
The self-diagnosis function might not be complete, for example.
ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
G WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
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F(USA You are driving with the parking brake applied. A warning tone also
sounds.
only)J(Canada X Release the parking brake.
only)
Release Parking
Brake
Display messages 219
$(USA There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
In addition, the $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning
only)J(Canada lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone
only) sounds.
Check Brake Fluid G WARNING
Level
The braking effect may be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving
under any circumstances.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 158).
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X Do not add brake fluid. This does not correct the malfunction.
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6 G WARNING
Rear Left The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be
Malfunction triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not
Service Required be triggered.
or Rear Right There is an increased risk of injury.
Malfunction SRS has malfunctioned at the rear on the left or right. The 6
Service Required warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
6 G WARNING
Rear Center The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be
Malfunction triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not
Service Required be triggered.
There is an increased risk of injury.
SRS has malfunctioned at the rear center. The 6 warning lamp
also lights up in the instrument cluster.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is disabled during the journey, even
Airbag Disabled though:
See Operator's Ran adult
Manual or
Ra person larger than a certain size is occupying the front-
passenger seat
If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may
interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
G WARNING
The front-passenger air bag does not deploy during an accident.
There is an increased risk of injury.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 158).
X Switch the ignition off.
X Have the occupant get out of the vehicle.
X Keep the seat unoccupied, close the front-passenger door and
switch on the ignition.
X Observe the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp in the
center console and the multifunction display and check the
following:
Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on:
Rthe PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp must light up and
remain lit. If the indicator lamp is on, OCS has disabled the front-
passenger air bag (Y page 47).
Rthe Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's
Manual or Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See
Operator's Manual display messages must not be shown in
the multifunction display.
X Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary
system checks have been completed.
X Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the
multifunction display.
If these conditions are fulfilled, the front-passenger seat can be
occupied again. Whether the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp remains lit or goes out depends on how OCS classifies the
occupant.
If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating
correctly.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Display messages 223
Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even
Airbag Enabled though:
See Operator's Ra child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the
Manual system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger
seat
or
Rthe front-passenger seat is unoccupied
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224 Display messages
Lights
i Display messages about LEDs:
This display message will only appear if all LEDs have failed.
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226 Display messages
b The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A
warning tone also sounds.
Switch Off Lights X Turn the light switch to Ã.
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228 Display messages
Engine
On-board computer and displays
Check Coolant ! Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine
Level See cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged.
Operator's Manual X Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so
(Y page 286).
X If coolant needs to be added more often than usual, have the
engine coolant system checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 158).
X Open the hood.
X Check whether the poly-V-belt is torn.
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230 Display messages
8 The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
correctly or the fuel system is leaking.
Gas Cap Loose X Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
Driving systems
During long journeys, take regular breaks in good time so you get
enough rest.
Lane Keeping Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated
Assist Currently and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are:
Unavailable See Rthe windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty.
Operator's Manual Rvisibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
or Active Lane
Rthere are no lane markings for a longer period.
Keeping Assist
Currently Rthe lane markings are worn, dark or covered, e.g. by dirt or snow.
Unavailable See When the causes stated above no longer apply, the display
Operator's Manual message disappears.
Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is operational
again.
If the display message does not disappear:
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 158).
X Clean the windshield.
Lane Keeping Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is defective.
Assist X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Inoperative or
Active Lane
Keeping Assist
Inoperative
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Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily
Currently inoperative. Possible causes are:
Unavailable See Rthe sensors are dirty.
Operator's Manual Rfunction is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.
or Active Blind
Rthe radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature
Spot Assist
Currently range.
Unavailable See Rthe radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to
Operator's Manual electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio
stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior
mirrors.
When the causes stated above no longer apply, the display
message disappears.
Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is operational again.
If the display message does not disappear:
X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 158).
X Clean the sensors (Y page 291).
X Restart the engine.
Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is defective.
Inoperative or The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior
Active Blind Spot mirrors.
Assist Inoperative X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
DISTRONIC PLUS Now DISTRONIC PLUS is operational again after having been
Available temporarily unavailable. You can now reactivate DISTRONIC PLUS
(Y page 167).
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DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS is defective. BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Brake
Inoperative may also have failed.
A warning tone also sounds.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
DISTRONIC PLUS You have depressed the accelerator pedal. DISTRONIC PLUS is no
Passive longer controlling the speed of the vehicle.
X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled.
--- mph You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for
example.
X If conditions permit, drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and
store the speed.
X Check the activation conditions for cruise control
(Y page 165).
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236 Display messages
Tires
On-board computer and displays
Correct The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire
Tire Pressure pressure difference between the wheels is too great.
X Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity (Y page 318).
X If necessary, correct the tire pressure.
X Restart the tire pressure monitor (Y page 320).
Display messages 237
Warning The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The
Tire Malfunction wheel position is shown in the multifunction display.
G WARNING
If you drive with a flat tire, there is a risk of the following hazards:
Ra flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.
Ryou could lose control of the vehicle.
Rcontinued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-
up and possibly a fire.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
maneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away (Y page 158).
X Check the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a
flat tire (Y page 297).
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Tire Press. Monitor Due to a source of radio interference, no signals can be received
Currently from the wheel sensors. The tire pressure monitor is temporarily
Unavailable malfunctioning.
X Drive on.
The tire pressure monitor restarts automatically as soon as the
problem has been solved.
TirePress. There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several
Sensor(s) Missing wheels. The pressure of the affected tire is not displayed in the
multifunction display.
X Have the faulty tire pressure sensor replaced at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Tire Pressure The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor.
Monitor The tire pressure monitor is deactivated.
Inoperative No X Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors.
Wheel Sensors The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving
for a few minutes.
Vehicle
P You have attempted to stop the engine with the Start/Stop button
Shift to P while the transmission was not in position P.
X Shift the transmission to position P.
Display messages 239
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¥ The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped
below the minimum.
Check Washer Fluid X Add washer fluid (Y page 287).
SmartKey
 The KEYLESS-GO key has been detected inside the vehicle during
locking.
Key Detected in X Remove the KEYLESS-GO key from the vehicle.
Vehicle
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244 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
Safety systems
On-board computer and displays
If the ABS control unit is faulty, there is also a possibility that other
systems, such as the navigation system or the automatic
transmission, will not be available.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 245
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$ (USA only) ABS and ESP® are not available due to a malfunction. Therefore,
J (Canada only) BAS, BAS PLUS, EBD, PRE-SAFE®, PRE-SAFE® Brake, the HOLD
֌! function and hill start assist, for example, are not available either.
The red brake warning ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
lamp, the yellow ESP® G WARNING
and ESP® OFF warning
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
lamps and the yellow
functions listed above. The front and rear wheels could therefore
ABS warning lamp are
lock if you brake hard, for example.
lit while the engine is
running. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely
affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation
can increase.
If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 247
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÷äå ESP®, BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE-SAFE®, PRE-SAFE® Brake, the HOLD
The yellow ESP® and function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction.
ESP® OFF warning ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
lamps are lit while the
G WARNING
engine is running.
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus
increase.
If ESP® is not operational, ESP® is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
display.
X Drive on carefully.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 249
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250 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
Engine
On-board computer and displays
The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may
be in emergency mode.
X Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified
specialist workshop.
i In some states, you must immediately visit a qualified
specialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning
lamp lights up. This is due to the legal requirements in effect in
these states. If in doubt, check whether such legal regulations
apply in the state in which you are currently driving.
8 The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed
The yellow reserve fuel correctly or the fuel system is leaking.
warning lamp flashes X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction
while the vehicle is in display.
motion. In addition, X Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
the ; Check Engine X
If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler
warning lamp may light cap.
up.
X If the fuel filler cap is closed: visit a qualified specialist
workshop.
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Driving systems
· G WARNING
The red distance You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line
warning lamp lights up of travel at too high a speed.
while the vehicle is in
There is a risk of an accident.
motion. A warning tone
also sounds. X Be prepared to brake immediately.
X Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to
brake or take evasive action.
More information about DISTRONIC PLUS (Y page 167) and
PRE-SAFE® Brake (Y page 69).
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Tires
On-board computer and displays
described. This also applies to safety- vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar of
related systems and functions. the driver's door.
i Read the information on qualified RThe trunk is the preferred place to carry
RAlways store objects so that they cannot be X To lock: insert the mechanical key into the
flung around in these or in similar lock and turn it 90° clockwise to position
situations. 2.
RAlways make sure that objects do not X To unlock: insert the mechanical key into
protrude from stowage compartments, the lock and turn it 90° counter-clockwise
parcel nets or stowage nets. to position 1.
RClose lockable stowage compartments
i The glove box can be cooled
while driving.
(Y page 137).
RStow and secure objects that are heavy,
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Stowage space in the rear pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench
seat/rear seat or by the seat backrest. The
Stowage compartment in the rear seat belt can no longer offer the intended
! Do not sit or lean your bodyweight on the level of protection and could even cause
armrests when they are folded out as you injuries.
could damage them. RObjects or loads in the trunk cannot be
restrained by the seat backrest.
! Close the cover of the stowage
compartment before folding the rear seat There is an increased risk of injury.
armrest back into the seat backrest. Before every trip, make sure that the seat
backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat
are engaged.
Stowage areas 259
Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 256). Folding the seat backrest back
The left-hand and right-hand rear seat
backrests can be folded down separately to
increase the trunk capacity.
Securing cargo
X Fold rear seat backrest ; forwards.
X Move the driver's or front-passenger seat
Cargo tie-down rings
back if necessary. Observe the following notes on securing
loads:
RObserve the loading guidelines
(Y page 256).
RSecure the load using the cargo tie-down
rings.
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trunk.
: Bag hook
Bag hook
G WARNING
The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects X To open: pull handle : up.
or items of luggage. Objects or items of
luggage could be flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly
changing directions. There is a risk of injury.
Only hang light objects on the bag hooks.
Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile
objects on the bag hooks.
: Cup holder
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: Mirror light
; Bracket
= Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket
? Vanity mirror
A Mirror cover
Sun visors
Overview
G WARNING
If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded
up when the vehicle is in motion, you could be
blinded by incident light. There is a risk of an
accident.
Always keep the mirror cover folded down
while driving. X Pull or push the sun visor in the direction of
the arrow.
Features 263
Roller sunblinds on the rear side ! Make sure that the roller sunblind can
windows move freely. Otherwise, the roller sunblind
or other objects could be damaged.
! Always guide the roller sunblind by hand.
Do not let it snap back suddenly as this
Extending/retracting the roller
would damage the automatic roller
sunblind
mechanism.
! Do not drive the vehicle with the roller
sunblind hooked in and the side windows
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Cigarette lighter
G WARNING
You can burn yourself if you touch the hot
heating element or the socket of the cigarette
lighter.
In addition, flammable materials can ignite if:
Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls
Ra child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
Stowage and features
Rear-compartment ashtray
General notes
115 V power socket : provides an
alternating voltage of 115 V so that small
electronic devices can be connected. These
devices, such as games consoles, chargers
and laptops, should not consume more than
X Pull cover ; out by its top edge. a maximum of 150 watts altogether.
X Lift up the cover of socket :. Requirements for operation of these devices:
Rthe electronic device that you connect has
a suitable connector and conforms to
115 V socket standards specific to the country you are
in.
Important safety notes Rthe plug of the electronic device is plugged
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If the indicator lamp still does not light up after cooling down the
converter:
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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immediately after pressing the SOS button, Assistance center can ascertain the nature of
you do not know if mbrace has successfully the problem (Y page 273).
made the emergency call. In this situation, The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
seek additional assistance by other means. Center either sends a qualified Mercedes-
Benz technician or arranges for your vehicle
Roadside Assistance button to be transported to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. You may be charged
for services such as repair work and/or
towing. Further details are available in your
Stowage and features
mbrace manual.
i The mbrace system failed to initiate a
Roadside Assistance call if:
Rthe indicator lamp for Roadside
Assistance call button : is flashing
continuously.
Rno voice connection to the Mercedes-
X Press MB Info call button :. The Call Failed message appears in the
This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz multifunction display.
Customer Assistance Center. The indicator X To end a call: press the ~ button on the
lamp in MB Info call button : flashes while multifunction steering wheel.
the connection is being made. The
or
Connecting Call message appears on
the multifunction display. The audio system
X Press the corresponding button for ending
is muted. a phone call on the audio system or on
COMAND.
If a connection can be made, the Call
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Furthermore, you can download routes with vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes-Benz
up to 20 way points. Customer Assistance Center.
You are prompted to confirm route guidance The vehicle can be immediately opened
to the address entered. remotely within four days of the ignition being
The system calculates the route and turned off. After this time, the remote opening
subsequently starts the route guidance with may be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes. After
the address entered. 30 days the vehicle can no longer be opened
remotely.
i If you select No, the address can be stored
X Contact the following service hotlines:
in the address book.
Stowage and features
appears. The vehicle data can now be sent to include up to 20 way points. When a route has
the Customer Assistance center. been received by the navigation system, the
X Press OK to confirm the message. 'Route name' has been saved to
The voice connection with the Customer memory card. Do you want to start
Assistance center is terminated. route guidance? message appears on the
COMAND display. The route is saved to the
The Vehicle Diagnosis:
SD memory card.
Transferring data... appears.
X To start route guidance: select Yes.
The vehicle data is sent to the Customer
Assistance center. An overview of the route is shown in the
Stowage and features
display.
Depending on what the customer service
i If you select No, the saved route can be
representative agreed with you, the voice
called up later in the navigation menu.
connection is re-established after the transfer
is complete. If necessary, you will be X Select Start.
contacted at a later time by another means, Route guidance is started.
e.g. by E-Mail or telephone.
i Downloaded and saved data can be called
Further functions of the vehicle remote up again in COMAND.
malfunction diagnosis include, for example:
You can find further information in the
Rtransfer of service data to the Customer separate COMAND operating instructions.
Assistance center. If a service is overdue,
the COMAND display shows a message Speed alert
about various special offers at your
workshop. You can define the upper speed limit, which
Rmonthly status information E-Mail on oil must not be exceeded by the vehicle. If this
level, air pressure, maintenance, brakes, selected speed is exceeded by the vehicle, a
etc. If applicable, you will receive message will be sent to the Customer
information on special offers in the E-Mail. Assistance center. The Customer Assistance
center then forwards this information to you.
USA only: this information can also be
You can select the way in which you receive
called up under "Owners Online" at http://
this information beforehand. Possible options
www.mbusa.com.
include SMS, E-Mail or an automated call.
Information on the data stored in the vehicle
The data which is sent to the Customer
(Y page 26).
Assistance center contains the following
Information on roadside assistance information:
(Y page 23).
Rthe location where the speed limit was
exceeded
Downloading routes
Rthe time at which the speed limit was
Downloading routes allows you to transfer exceeded
and save predefined routes in the navigation Rthe selected speed limit which was
system. To do this, an SD memory card must exceeded
be inserted into the COMAND system. If no
SD memory card is inserted, you must insert
Geo fencing
the card into the card slot on the COMAND
system before saving. Geo fencing allows you to select areas which
A route can be prepared and sent either by a the vehicle should not enter or leave. You will
customer service representative or via the be informed if the vehicle crosses the
mbrace portal on the Internet. Each route can boundaries of the selected areas. You can
Features 275
select the way in which you receive this is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
information beforehand. Possible options the engine running in enclosed spaces
include SMS, E-Mail or an automated call. without sufficient ventilation.
The area can be determined as either a circle
or a polygon with a maximum of ten corners. The HomeLink® garage door opener
You can specify up to ten areas integrated in the rear-view mirror allows you
simultaneously. Different settings are to operate up to three different door and gate
possible for each area. systems.
USA only: these settings can be called up Only operate garage doors using the
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X Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on garage door drive is available, repeat the
same programming steps with this remote
the integrated garage door opener.
control. Before performing these steps,
After a short time, indicator lamp : lights
make sure that new batteries have been
up yellow.
installed in garage door drive remote
X Release the button.
control A.
Indicator lamp : flashes yellow. RNote that some remote controls only
X Press button B of garage door remote
transmit for a limited amount of time (the
control A for two seconds, then release it indicator lamp on the remote control goes
for two seconds. out). Press button B on remote control
X Press button B again for two seconds. A again before transmission ends.
X Repeat this sequence on button B of RAlign the antenna cable of the garage door
remote control A until indicator lamp : opener unit. This can improve signal
lights up green. reception/transmission.
If indicator lamp : turns red, repeat the
process. Opening/closing the garage door
X Continue with the other programming After it has been programmed, the integrated
steps (see above). garage door opener performs the function of
the garage door system remote control.
Problems when programming Please also read the operating instructions
If you are experiencing problems for the garage door system.
programming the integrated garage door X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
opener on the rear-view mirror, take note of
ignition lock.
the following instructions:
X Press button ;, = or ? which you have
RCheck the transmitter frequency of garage programmed to operate the garage door.
door drive remote control A. This can Garage door system with a fixed code:
usually be found on the back of the remote indicator lamp : lights up green.
control.
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Compass
Calling up the compass
The compass displays in which compass
direction the vehicle is currently traveling: N,
NE, E, SE, S, SW, W or NW.
X Push a round pen into opening The operating and road safety of the vehicle
=(Y page 278) for approximately three is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
seconds. Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
The zone currently selected appears in stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
compass display ;(Y page 278). the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
X To select the zone: push a round pen into securely and as specified in order to ensure
opening =(Y page 278) until the desired sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
zone is selected. loose floormats.
If, after a few seconds, the display in
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281
i Read the information on qualified the battery disconnection periods from the
specialist workshops: (Y page 25). service date shown on the display.
G WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or start
again suddenly when the ignition is off. There
is a risk of injury.
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G WARNING
The ignition system and the fuel injection
system work under high voltage. If you touch X Pull release lever : on the hood.
Maintenance and care
Engine oil
General notes on the oil level
Depending on the driving style, the vehicle
consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil
over a distance of 600 miles (1,000 km). The
Engine compartment 285
oil consumption may be higher than this when Adding engine oil
the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at
high engine speeds. G WARNING
Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may If engine oil comes into contact with hot
be in a different location. components in the engine compartment, it
may ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
When checking the oil level:
Make sure that engine oil is not spilled next
Rpark the vehicle on a level surface. to the filler neck. Let the engine cool down
Rthe engine should be switched off for and thoroughly clean the engine oil off the
approximately five minutes if the engine is components before starting the engine.
at normal operating temperature.
Rif the engine is not at normal operating H Environmental note
Checking the oil level using the oil ! Only use engine oils and oil filters that
dipstick have been approved for vehicles with a
service system. You can obtain a list of the
engine oils and oil filters tested and
approved in accordance with the
Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service
Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service
center.
Damage to the engine or exhaust system is
caused by the following:
Rusing engine oils and oil filters that have
not been specifically approved for the
service system
X Park the vehicle on a level surface. Rreplacing engine oil and oil filters after
To check the oil level with the engine at the interval for replacement specified by
operating temperature, switch the engine the service system has been exceeded
off and wait for approximately five minutes. Rusing engine oil additives.
X Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide
! Do not add too much oil. If the oil level is
tube. above the "max" mark on the dipstick, too
X Wipe off oil dipstick :. much oil has been added. This can lead to
X Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide damage to the engine or the catalytic
tube to the stop, and take it out again. converter. Have excess oil siphoned off.
If the level is between MIN mark = and
MAX mark ;, the oil level is correct.
X If the oil level has dropped to MIN mark
= or below, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of
engine oil.
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288 Care
! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function X Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
is activated, the vehicle brakes shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
automatically in certain situations. To X Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a
prevent damage to the vehicle, deactivate gentle jet of water.
DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in X Do not point the water jet directly towards
the following or other similar situations: the air inlet.
Rwhen towing the vehicle X Use plenty of water and rinse out the
Rin the car wash sponge frequently.
X Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
! Never clean your vehicle in a Touchless
Automatic Car Wash as these use special thoroughly with a chamois.
cleaning agents. These cleaning agents can X Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the
Maintenance and care
In some countries, washing by hand is only Rdoor gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.
allowed at specially equipped washing bays. Relectricalcomponents
Observe the legal requirements in all Rbattery
countries concerned.
Rconnectors
X Do not use hot water and do not wash the
Rlights
vehicle in direct sunlight.
Rseals
X Use a soft sponge to clean.
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Interior care
Cleaning the display
! For cleaning, do not use any of the
following:
Ralcohol-based thinner or gasoline
Rabrasive cleaning agents
X Clean sensors : of the driving systems Rcommercially-available household
with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth. cleaning agents
These may damage the display surface. Do
Cleaning the rear view camera not put pressure on the display surface
! Do not clean the camera lens and the area when cleaning. This could lead to
around the rear view camera with a power irreparable damage to the display.
washer.
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X Before cleaning the display, make sure that Cleaning genuine wood and trim
it is switched off and has cooled down. elements
X Clean the display surface using a
! Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents
commercially available microfiber cloth such as tar remover, wheel cleaners,
and TFT/LCD display cleaner. polishes or waxes. There is otherwise a risk
X Dry the display surface using a dry of damaging the surface.
microfiber cloth.
! Do not use chrome polish on trim pieces.
The trim pieces have a chrome look but are
Cleaning the plastic trim mostly made of anodized aluminum and
G WARNING can lose their shine if chrome polish is
used. Use a damp, lint-free cloth instead
Maintenance and care
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Breakdown assistance
296 Where will I find...?
Useful information
Breakdown assistance
R
your vehicle even if there is a total loss of
pressure in one or more tires. The affected
Ran emergency spare wheel (only for certain
tire must not show any clearly visible damage.
countries) (Y page 342)
You can recognize MOExtended tires by the
Information on changing/mounting a wheel MOExtended marking which appears on the
(Y page 334). sidewall of the tire. You will find this marking
X Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and next to the tire size designation, the load-
level ground, as far away as possible from bearing capacity and the speed index
traffic. (Y page 328).
X Switch on the hazard warning lamps. MOExtended tires may only be used in
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away conjunction with an active tire pressure loss
(Y page 158). warning system or with an active tire pressure
X If possible, bring the front wheels into the monitor.
straight-ahead position. If the pressure loss warning message
X Switch off the engine. appears in the multifunction display:
RObserve the instructions in the display
X Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove
the SmartKey from the ignition lock. messages (Y page 236).
RCheck the tire for damage.
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the
RIf driving on, observe the following notes.
driver's door.
The on-board electronics have status 0, The maximum driving distance is
which is the same as the SmartKey having approximately 50 miles (80 km) when the
been removed. vehicle is partially laden and approximately
X Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: remove the 18 miles (30 km) when the vehicle is fully
Start/Stop button from the ignition lock laden.
(Y page 142). In addition to the vehicle load, the driving
distance possible depends upon:
X All occupants must get out of the vehicle.
Make sure that they are not endangered as RSpeed
Breakdown assistance
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. the household rubbish. They
Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean must be collected separately
over the battery. Keep children away from and recycled to protect the
batteries. Wash battery acid immediately with environment.
water and seek medical attention. Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally friendly
G WARNING manner. Take discharged
During the charging process, a battery batteries to a qualified
produces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit specialist workshop or a
occurs or sparks are created, the hydrogen special collection point for
gas can ignite. There is a risk of an explosion. used batteries.
RMake sure that the positive terminal of a
connected battery does not come into ! Have the battery checked regularly at a
contact with vehicle parts. qualified specialist workshop.
RNever place metal objects or tools on a Observe the service intervals in the
battery. Maintenance Booklet or contact a qualified
RIt is important that you observe the specialist workshop for more information.
described order of the battery terminals ! You should have all work involving the
when connecting and disconnecting a battery carried out at a qualified specialist
battery. workshop. In the exceptional case that it is
RWhen jump-starting, make sure that the necessary for you to disconnect the battery
battery poles with identical polarity are yourself, make sure that:
connected. Ryou switch off the engine and remove the
RIt is particularly important to observe the SmartKey. On vehicles with KEYLESS-
described order when connecting and GO, ensure that the ignition is switched
disconnecting the jumper cables. off. Check that all the indicator lamps in
RNever connect or disconnect the battery the instrument cluster are off. Otherwise,
terminals while the engine is running. electronic components, such as the
alternator, may be damaged.
Ryou first remove the negative terminal
clamp and then the positive terminal
clamp. Never swap the terminal clamps.
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300 Battery (vehicle)
Otherwise, the vehicle's electronic specialist workshop if you wish to leave your
system may be damaged. vehicle parked for a long period of time.
Rthe transmission is locked in position P Like other batteries, the vehicle battery may
after disconnecting the battery. The discharge over time if you do not use the
vehicle is secured against rolling away. vehicle. In this case, have the battery
You can then no longer move the vehicle. disconnected at a qualified specialist
The battery and the cover of the positive workshop. You can also charge the battery
terminal clamp must be installed securely with a charger recommended by Mercedes-
during operation. Benz. Contact a qualified specialist workshop
for further information.
Comply with safety precautions and take
protective measures when handling i Remove the SmartKey if you park the
batteries. vehicle and do not require any electrical
Risk of explosion. consumers. The vehicle will then use very
little energy, thus conserving battery
Breakdown assistance
power.
Fire, open flames and smoking are i If the power supply has been interrupted,
prohibited when handling the e.g. if you reconnect the battery, you will
battery. Avoid creating sparks. have to:
Rset the clock; see the separate operating
Battery acid is caustic. Avoid
instructions.
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
On vehicles with COMAND and a
Wear suitable protective clothing,
navigation system, the clock is set
especially gloves, apron and
automatically.
faceguard.
Rreset the function for folding the exterior
Rinse any acid spills immediately
mirrors in/out automatically by folding
with clear water. Contact a
physician if necessary. the mirrors out once (Y page 104)11.
Wear eye protection.
Charging the battery
G WARNING
Keep children away.
During charging and jump-starting, explosive
gases can escape from the battery. There is a
risk of an explosion.
Observe this Operator's Manual. Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating
sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient
ventilation while charging and jump-starting.
Do not lean over a battery.
In order for the battery to achieve the
maximum possible service life, it must always
be sufficiently charged. G WARNING
Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Have the battery condition of charge checked
more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing.
for short trips or if you leave it standing idle Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean
for a lengthy period. Consult a qualified over the battery. Keep children away from
G WARNING
A discharged battery can freeze at
temperatures below freezing point. When
jump-starting the vehicle or charging the
battery, gases can escape from the battery.
There is a risk of an explosion.
Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before
charging it or jump-starting.
Breakdown assistance
approved by Mercedes-Benz. These battery
chargers allow the battery to be charged
while still installed in the vehicle.
! Only use battery chargers with a
maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V.
! Only charge the battery using the jump-
starting connection point.
The jump-starting connection point is in the
engine compartment (Y page 302).
X Open the hood (Y page 284).
X Connect the battery charger to the positive
terminal and ground point in the same
order as when connecting the donor
battery in the jump-starting procedure
(Y page 302).
X Read the battery charger's operating
instructions before charging the battery.
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302 Jump-starting
Jump-starting
For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a
positive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment.
G WARNING
Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over
the battery. Keep children away from batteries. Wash battery acid immediately with water and
seek medical attention.
G WARNING
During charging and jump-starting, explosive gases can escape from the battery. There is a risk
of an explosion.
Breakdown assistance
Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient
ventilation while charging and jump-starting. Do not lean over a battery.
G WARNING
During the charging process, a battery produces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit occurs or sparks
are created, the hydrogen gas can ignite. There is a risk of an explosion.
RMake sure that the positive terminal of a connected battery does not come into contact with
vehicle parts.
RNever place metal objects or tools on a battery.
RIt is important that you observe the described order of the battery terminals when connecting
and disconnecting a battery.
RWhen jump-starting, make sure that the battery poles with identical polarity are connected.
RIt is particularly important to observe the described order when connecting and disconnecting
the jumper cables.
RNever connect or disconnect the battery terminals while the engine is running.
G WARNING
Non-combusted fuel can collect in the exhaust system and ignite. There is a risk of fire. Avoid
repeated and lengthy starting attempts.
! Avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Otherwise, the catalytic converter could be
damaged by the non-combusted fuel.
Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged,
the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper
cables. Observe the following points:
RThe battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible,
jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
RYou may only jump-start the vehicle when the engine and exhaust system are cold.
RDo not start the engine if the battery is frozen. Let the battery thaw first.
RJump-starting may only be performed from batteries with a nominal voltage of 12 V.
Jump-starting 303
ROnly use jumper cables which have a sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.
RIf the battery is fully discharged, leave the battery that is being used to jump-start connected
for a few minutes before attempting to start. This charges the battery slightly.
RMake sure that the two vehicles do not touch.
Make sure that:
Rthe jumper cables are not damaged.
Rbare parts of the terminal clamp do not come into contact with other metal parts while the
jumper cables are connected to the battery.
Rthe jumper cables cannot come into contact with parts such as the V-belt pulley or the fan.
These parts move when the engine is started and while it is running.
X Apply the parking brake firmly.
X Move the selector lever to position P.
Breakdown assistance
X Switch off all electrical consumers (e.g. radio, blower, etc.).
X Open the hood (Y page 284).
Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump-
starting device.
X Slide cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow.
X Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal = of donor battery B
using the jumper cable, beginning with your own battery.
X Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed.
X Connect negative terminal ? of donor battery B to ground point A of your vehicle using
the jumper cable, connecting the jumper cable to battery of other vehicle B first.
X Start the engine.
X Before disconnecting the jumper cables, let the engine run for several minutes.
X First, remove the jumper cables from earth point A and negative terminal ?, then from
positive clamp ; and positive terminal =. Begin each time at the contacts on your own
vehicle first.
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304 Towing and tow-starting
Installing/removing the towing eye Towing the vehicle with the rear axle
raised
Installing the towing eye
Only possible for vehicles without
G WARNING 4MATIC.
The exhaust tail pipe may be very hot. There When towing your vehicle with the rear axle
is a risk of burns when removing the rear raised, it is important that you observe the
cover. safety instructions (Y page 304).
Do not touch the exhaust pipe. Take particular ! The ignition must be switched off if you
care when removing the rear cover.
are towing the vehicle with the rear axle
X Remove the towing eye from the vehicle raised. Intervention by ESP® could
tool kit (Y page 296). otherwise damage the brake system.
The mountings for the removable towing eyes X Switch on the hazard warning lamps
Breakdown assistance
are located in the bumpers. They are at the (Y page 113).
front and at the rear, behind the covers. X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the
ignition lock and remove the SmartKey
from the ignition lock.
X When leaving the vehicle, take the
SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO key with you.
X Unscrew and remove the towing eye. brake pedal and keep it depressed.
X Shift the automatic transmission to
X Attach cover : to the bumper and press position N.
until it engages.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Place the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit.
X Release the parking brake.
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306 Fuses
ignition lock and remove the SmartKey If you manipulate or bridge a faulty fuse or if
from the ignition lock. you replace it with a fuse with a higher
X Secure the vehicle. amperage, the electric cables could be
overloaded. This could result in a fire. There
! Only lash the vehicle down by the wheels is a risk of an accident and injury.
or wheel rims, not by parts of the vehicle
Always replace faulty fuses with the specified
such as axle or steering components.
new fuses having the correct amperage.
Otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged.
! Only use fuses that have been approved
for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which
Notes on 4MATIC vehicles have the correct fuse rating for the system
! Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed concerned. Otherwise, components or
with either the front or the rear axle raised, systems could be damaged.
as doing so will damage the transmission. The fuses in your vehicle serve to close down
If the vehicle has transmission damage or faulty circuits. If a fuse blows, all the
damage to the front or rear axle, have it components on the circuit and their functions
transported on a transporter or trailer. stop operating.
In the event of damage to the electrical Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of
system the same rating, which you can recognize by
If the battery is defective, the automatic the color and value. The fuse ratings are listed
transmission will be locked in position P. To in the fuse allocation chart.
shift the automatic transmission to position If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the
N, you must provide power to the vehicle's cause traced and rectified at a qualified
electrical system in the same way as when specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized
jump-starting (Y page 302). Mercedes-Benz Center.
Have the vehicle transported on a transporter
or trailer.
Before changing a fuse
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away
(Y page 158).
X Switch off all electrical consumers.
Fuses 307
X Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the X To open: pull out cover : slightly at the
ignition lock and remove it (Y page 141). bottom in the direction of arrow =.
or X Pull cover : outwards in the direction of
X On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, make sure arrow ; and remove it.
the ignition is switched off (Y page 142).
X To close: clip in cover : on the front of
All indicator lamps in the instrument cluster the dashboard.
must be off.
X Fold cover : inwards until it engages.
The fuses are located in various fuse boxes:
RFuse box on the driver's side of the
dashboard Fuse box in the engine compartment
RFuse box in the engine compartment on the
left-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed G WARNING
in the direction of travel When the hood is open and the windshield
Breakdown assistance
RFuse box in the trunk on the right-hand side wipers are set in motion, you can be injured
of the vehicle, when viewed in the direction by the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury.
of travel Always switch off the windshield wipers and
The fuse allocation chart is located in the the ignition before opening the hood.
vehicle tool kit in the stowage compartment
! Make sure that no moisture can enter the
under the trunk floor (Y page 296).
fuse box when the cover is open.
! When closing the cover, make sure that it
Dashboard fuse box is lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture
! Do not use a pointed object such as a seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair
screwdriver to open the cover in the the operation of the fuses.
dashboard. You could damage the X Make sure that the windshield wipers are
dashboard or the cover. turned off.
X Open the hood.
! Make sure that no moisture can enter the
fuse box when the cover is open.
! When closing the cover, make sure that it
is lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture
seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair
the operation of the fuses.
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308 Fuses
(Y page 338).
the wheel brakes or suspension components
Information on air pressure for the tires on
may be damaged. There is a risk of an
your vehicle can be found:
accident.
Ron the vehicle's Tire and Loading
Always replace wheels and tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the original Information placard on the B-pillar
part. Ron the tire pressure label on the fuel filler
G WARNING
A flat tire severely impairs the driving, Operation
steering and braking characteristics of the
vehicle. There is a risk of accident.
Information on driving
Tires without run-flat characteristics: RIf the vehicle is heavily loaded, check the
Rdo
tire pressures and correct them if
not drive with a flat tire.
necessary.
Rimmediately replace the flat tire with your RWhen parking your vehicle, make sure that
emergency spare wheel or spare wheel, or
the tires do not get deformed by the curb
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Operation 311
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312 Winter operation
Always observe the maximum permissible If you intend to mount snow chains, please
speed specified for the M+S tires you have bear the following points in mind:
mounted. Rsnow chains may not be mounted on all
When you have mounted M+S tires: wheel/tire combinations. Permissible
X Check the tire pressures (Y page 317). wheel-tire combinations (Y page 338).
Ronly use snow chains when driving on roads
X Vehicles for Canada: restart the tire
pressure loss warning system completely covered by snow. Remove the
(Y page 317). snow chains as soon as possible when you
X Vehicles for USA: restart the tire pressure
come to a road that is not snow-covered.
Rlocal regulations may restrict the use of
monitor (Y page 318).
snow chains. Observe the appropriate
For more information on driving with the regulations if you wish to mount snow
emergency spare wheel, see (Y page 342). chains.
Rdo not exceed the maximum permissible
speed of 30 mph (50 km/h).
Snow chains
i You may wish to deactivate
G WARNING ESP®(Y page 66) when pulling away with
If snow chains are installed to the front snow chains installed. You can thereby
wheels, they may drag against the vehicle
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314 Tire pressure
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures various operating conditions, i.e. differing
and check the pressure of all the tires load and speed conditions.
including the spare wheel:
i Specifications shown in the examples of
Rmonthly, at least tire pressure tables are for illustration
Rif the load changes purposes only. Tire pressure specifications
Rbefore beginning a long journey are vehicle-specific and may deviate from
Runder different operating conditions, e.g. the data shown here. Tire pressure
off-road driving specifications applicable to your vehicle
are located in your vehicle's tire pressure
If necessary, correct the tire pressure.
table.
The recommended tire pressures for the tires
mounted at the factory can be found on the
labels described here.
1.) Tire and Loading Information placard
on the B-pillar on the driver's side of the
vehicle (Y page 321).
The Tire and Loading Information placard
contains the recommended tire pressures for
Wheels and tires
and can be found on the tire sidewall Important notes on tire pressure
(Y page 328).
G WARNING
If the tire pressure drops repeatedly, the
wheel, valve or tire may be damaged. Tire
pressure that is too low may result in a tire
blow-out. There is a risk of an accident.
RCheck the tire for foreign objects.
RCheck whether the wheel is losing air or the
valve is leaking.
If you are unable to rectify the damage,
contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Rprinted in yellow on the rim of the Rhave an adverse effect on ride comfort
Wheels and tires
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318 Tire pressure
Restarting the tire pressure loss After a teach-in period, the tire pressure
warning system loss warning system will monitor the set
tire pressures of all four tires.
Restart the tire pressure loss warning system
if you have: If you wish to cancel the restart:
Rchanged the tire pressure X Press the % button.
Rchanged the wheels or tires or
Rmounted new wheels or tires X If the Tire Pressure Now OK? message
X Before restarting, consult the Tire and appears, use the 9 or : button to
Loading Information placard on the select Cancel.
B-pillar on the driver's side or the tire X Press the a button.
pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler The tire pressure values stored at the last
flap to ensure the tire pressure in all four restart will continue to be monitored.
tires is set correctly for the current
operating conditions.
The tire pressure loss warning system can Tire pressure monitor
only give reliable warnings if you have set
the correct tire pressure. If an incorrect tire General notes
pressure is set, these incorrect values will If a tire pressure monitor is installed, the
Wheels and tires
pressure, the warning threshold for the As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
warning message is aligned to the reference been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
values taught-in. Restart the tire pressure system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
monitor after adjusting the pressure of the pressure telltale when one or more of your
cold tires (Y page 320). The current tires are significantly underinflated.
pressures are saved as new reference values. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure
As a result, a warning message will appear if telltale illuminates, you should stop and check
the tire pressure drops significantly. your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
The tire pressure monitor does not warn you them to the proper pressure. Driving on a
of an incorrectly set tire pressure. Observe significantly underinflated tire causes the tire
the notes on the recommended tire pressure to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
(Y page 313). Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency
The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's
you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the handling and stopping ability.
tire is penetrated by a foreign object. In the Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute
event of a sudden loss of pressure, bring the for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
vehicle to a halt by braking carefully. Avoid driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire
abrupt steering maneuvers. pressure, even if underinflation has not
The tire pressure monitor has a yellow reached the level to trigger illumination of the
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320 Tire pressure
If the tire pressure monitor is wheels is not possible, the Tire Pressure
malfunctioning, it may take more than ten Monitor Active display message is shown
minutes for the tire pressure warning lamp instead of the tire pressure display. The tire
to inform you of the malfunction by flashing pressures are already being monitored.
for approximately one minute and then
i If a spare wheel/emergency spare wheel
remaining lit.
is mounted, the system may continue to
When the malfunction has been rectified, show the tire pressure of the wheel that has
the tire pressure warning lamp goes out been removed for a few minutes. If this
after a few minutes of driving. occurs, note that the value displayed for
i The tire pressure values indicated by the the position where the spare tire is
on-board computer may differ from those mounted is not the same as the spare
measured at a gas station with a pressure wheel/emergency spare wheel's current
gauge. The tire pressures shown by the on- tire pressure.
board computer refer to those measured at
sea level. At high altitudes, the tire pressure Tire pressure monitor warning
values indicated by a pressure gauge are messages
higher than those shown by the on-board
If the tire pressure monitor detects a
computer. In this case, do not reduce the
significant pressure loss on one or more tires,
tire pressures.
a warning message is shown in the
Wheels and tires
i The operation of the tire pressure monitor multifunction display. A warning tone also
can be affected by interference from radio sounds and the tire pressure warning lamp
transmitting equipment (e.g. radio lights up in the instrument cluster.
headphones, two-way radios) that may be Each tire that is affected by a significant loss
being operated in or near the vehicle. of pressure is highlighted with a color.
If the following message appears in the
Checking the tire pressure multifunction display: Correct Tire
electronically Pressure:
X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position X Check the tire pressure on all four wheels
2(Y page 141) in the ignition lock . and correct it if necessary.
X Press the = or ; button on the
i If the wheel positions on the vehicle are
steering wheel to select the Service rotated, the tire pressures may be
menu. displayed for the wrong positions for a
X Press the 9 or : button to select short time. This is rectified after a few
Tire Pressure. minutes of driving, and the tire pressures
X Press the a button. are displayed for the correct positions.
The current tire pressure of each tire is
shown in the multifunction display. Restarting the tire pressure monitor
If the vehicle has been parked for over When you restart the tire pressure monitor,
20 minutes, the Tire pressures will be all existing warning messages are deleted and
displayed after driving a few the warning lamps go out. The monitor uses
minutes message appears. the currently set tire pressures as the
After a teach-in process, the tire pressure reference values for monitoring. In most
monitor automatically detects new wheels or cases, the tire pressure monitoring system
new sensors. As long as a clear allocation of recognizes the new reference values
the tire pressure value to the individual automatically.
Loading the vehicle 321
However, you can also define reference If you wish to cancel the restart:
values manually as described here: X Press the % button.
X Set the tire pressure to the value The tire pressure values stored at the last
recommended for the corresponding restart will continue to be monitored.
driving situation on the Tire and Loading
Information placard on the B-pillar on the
driver's side (Y page 313). Loading the vehicle
Additional tire pressure values for driving
at high speeds or with heavy loads can be Instruction labels for tires and loads
found in the tire pressure table on the G WARNING
inside of the fuel filler flap.
Overloaded tires can overheat, causing a
X Make sure that the tire pressure is correct blowout. Overloaded tires can also impair the
on all four wheels. steering and driving characteristics and lead
X Make sure that the SmartKey is in position to brake failure. There is a risk of accident.
2 in the ignition lock. Observe the load rating of the tires. The load
X Press the = or ; button on the rating must be at least half of the GAWR of
steering wheel to select the Service your vehicle. Never overload the tires by
menu. exceeding the maximum load.
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322 Loading the vehicle
Number of seats
i The specifications shown on the Tire and
Loading Information placard in the
illustration are examples. The number of
seats is vehicle-specific and can differ from
the details shown. The number of seats in
your vehicle can be found on the Tire and
Loading Information placard.
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324 Loading the vehicle
Example: steps 1 to 3
The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with
varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use
a load limit of 1 500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are
using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information
placard (Y page 322).
Example 1 Example 2 Example 3
Step 1 Combined maximum 1500 lbs 1500 lbs 1500 lbs
weight of occupants (680 kg) (680 kg) (680 kg)
and cargo (data from
the Tire and Loading
Information placard)
The higher the weight of all the occupants, the smaller the maximum load for luggage.
Further information can be found under "Towing a trailer" (Y page 325).
Trailer load/noseweight
The trailer load/noseweight affects the gross
weight of the vehicle. If a trailer is attached,
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326 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
Traction
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards are
U.S. government specifications. Their G WARNING
purpose is to provide drivers with uniform The traction grade assigned to this tire is
reliable information on tire performance data. based on straight-ahead braking traction
tire manufacturers have to grade tires using tests, and does not include acceleration,
three performance factors: tread wear :, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
tire traction ; and heat resistance =. All characteristics.
tires sold in North America are provided with
The traction grades, from highest to lowest,
the corresponding quality class mark on the
are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent
sidewall of the tire, even though these
the tire's ability to stop on a wet surface as
regulations do not apply to Canada.
measured under controlled conditions on
Tire labeling 327
specified government test surfaces of asphalt represent higher levels of performance on the
and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor laboratory test wheel than the minimum
traction performance. required by law.
The safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy
road is always lower than on dry road
surfaces. Tire labeling
You should pay special attention to road Overview of tire labeling
conditions when temperatures are around
the freezing point. The following markings are on the tire in
addition to the tire name (sales designation)
Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum
and the manufacturer's name:
tread depth of ã in (4 mm) for all four winter
tires (Y page 312) to maintain normal driving
characteristics in winter. Winter tires can
reduce the braking distance on snow-covered
surfaces in comparison with summer tires.
Stopping distance, however, is still
considerably greater than when the road is
not covered with ice or snow. Take
appropriate care when driving.
Temperature
G WARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is : Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard
established for a tire that is properly inflated (Y page 331)
and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
; DOT, Tire Identification Number
underinflation, or excessive loading, either
(Y page 330)
separately or in combination, can cause
excessive heat build-up and possible tire = Maximum tire load (Y page 325)
failure. ? Maximum tire pressure (Y page 316)
A Manufacturer
The temperature grades are A (the highest),
B Tire material (Y page 331)
B, and C. These represent the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat and its C Tire size designation, load-bearing
ability to dissipate heat when tested under capacity and speed index (Y page 328)
controlled conditions on a specified indoor D Load index (Y page 330)
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high E Tire name
temperature can cause the material of the tire
to degenerate and reduce tire life, and i Tire data is vehicle-specific and may
excessive temperature can lead to sudden deviate from the data in the example.
tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level
of performance which all passenger car tires
must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
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328 Tire labeling
Tire size designation, load-bearing ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by
capacity and speed rating the tire height.
Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type.
"R" represents radial tires; "D" represents
diagonal tires; "B" represents diagonal radial
tires.
Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of
over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in
the size description, depending on the
manufacturer (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18).
Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the
diameter of the bead seat, not the diameter
of the rim flange. The rim diameter is
: Tire width
specified in inches (in).
; Nominal aspect ratio in % Load-bearing index: load-bearing index A
= Tire code is a numerical code that specifies the
? Rim diameter maximum load-bearing capacity of a tire.
A Load bearing index Do not overload the tires by exceeding the
specified load limit. The maximum
Wheels and tires
B Speed rating
permissible load can be found on the
i Tire data is vehicle-specific and may vehicle's Tire and Loading Information
deviate from the data in the example. placard on the B-pillar on the driver's side
General: depending on the manufacturer's (Y page 321).
standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall Example:
may not contain any letters or may contain Load-bearing index 91 indicates a maximum
one letter that precedes the size description. load of 1,356 lb (615 kg) that the tires can
If there is no letter preceding the size bear. For further information on the maximum
description (as shown above): these are tire load in kilograms and lbs, see
passenger vehicle tires according to (Y page 325).
European manufacturing standards. For further information on the load bearing
If "P" precedes the size description: these are index, see "Load index" (Y page 330).
passenger vehicle tires according to U.S. Speed rating: speed rating B specifies the
manufacturing standards. approved maximum speed of the tire.
If "LT" precedes the size description: these
are light truck tires according to U.S. G WARNING
manufacturing standards. Exceeding the stated tire load-bearing
capacity and the approved maximum speed
If "T" precedes the size description: these are
could lead to tire damage or the tire bursting.
compact emergency spare wheels at high tire
There is a risk of accident.
pressure, to be used only temporarily in an
emergency. Therefore, only use tire types and sizes
approved for your vehicle model. Observe the
Tire width: tire width : shows the nominal
tire load rating and speed rating required for
tire width in millimeters.
your vehicle.
Height-width ratio: aspect ratio ; is the
size ratio between the tire height and tire Regardless of the speed rating, always
width and is shown in percent. The aspect observe the speed limits. Drive carefully and
Tire labeling 329
adapt your driving style to the traffic (300 km/h) must include "ZR", and the
conditions. service specification must be given in
parentheses. Example:
Summer tires
275/40 ZR 18 (99 Y). Speed rating "(Y)"
Index Speed rating indicates that the maximum speed of the
tire is over 186 mph (300 km/h). Ask the
Q up to 100 mph (160 km/h) tire manufacturer about the maximum
R up to 106 mph (170 km/h) speed.
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330 Tire labeling
Load index
In addition to the load-bearing index, load i Tire data is vehicle-specific and may
index : may be imprinted after the letters deviate from the data in the example.
that identify speed rating B(Y page 328) on DOT (Department of Transportation): tire
the sidewall of the tire. symbol : indicates that the tire complies
RIf no specification is given: no text (as in the with the requirements of the U.S. Department
example above), represents a standard of Transportation.
load (SL) tire Manufacturer identification code:
RXL or Extra Load: represents a reinforced manufacturer identification code ; provides
tire details on the tire manufacturer. New tires
RLight Load: represents a light load tire have a code with two symbols. Retreaded
RC, D, E: represents a load range that tires have a code with four symbols.
depends on the maximum load that the tire For further information about retreaded tires,
can carry at a certain pressure see (Y page 310).
Tire size: identifier = describes the tire size.
Tire type code: tire type code ? can be used
DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)
by the manufacturer as a code to describe
U.S. tire regulations prescribe that every specific characteristics of the tire.
manufacturer of new tires or retreader has to Date of manufacture: date of manufacture
imprint a TIN in or on the sidewall of each tire A provides information about the age of a
produced. tire. The first and second positions represent
the week of manufacture, starting with "01"
for the first calendar week. Positions three
and four represent the year of manufacture.
For example, a tire that is marked with
"3208", was manufactured in week 32 in
2008.
Definition of terms for tires and loading 331
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332 Definition of terms for tires and loading
Curb weight
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
The weight of a vehicle with standard
The gross vehicle weight includes the weight equipment including the maximum capacity
of the vehicle including fuel, tools, the spare of fuel, oil and coolant. It also includes the air-
Wheels and tires
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334 Mounting a wheel
X Bring the front wheels into the straight- X Fold both plates upwards :.
ahead position. X Fold out lower plate ;.
X Secure the vehicle against rolling away
X Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into
(Y page 158). the openings in base plate =.
X Switch off the engine.
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336 Mounting a wheel
jack must be positioned vertically, directly ! The jack is designed exclusively for
under the jacking point of the vehicle. jacking up the vehicle at the jacking points.
Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged.
The following must be observed when raising
the vehicle:
Rto raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-
specific jack that has been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used
incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the
vehicle raised.
Rthe jack is designed only to raise and hold
the vehicle for a short time while a wheel
is being changed. It is not suited for
performing maintenance work under the
vehicle. X Using lug wrench :, loosen the bolts on
Ravoid changing the wheel on uphill and the wheel you wish to change by about one
downhill slopes. full turn. Do not unscrew the bolts
Rbefore raising the vehicle, secure it from
completely.
rolling away by applying the parking brake
Wheels and tires
G WARNING
If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts
when the vehicle is raised, the jack could tip
over. There is a risk of injury.
Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts
when the vehicle is on the ground.
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338 Wheel and tire combinations
previous damage cannot always be The tires and wheel rims, as well as further
detected on retreaded tires. As a result, information, can be obtained at a qualified
Mercedes-Benz cannot guarantee vehicle specialist workshop.
safety if retreaded tires are mounted. Do
i Overview of abbreviations used in the
not mount used tires if you have no
following tire tables:
information about their previous usage.
RBA: both axles
i The recommended pressures for various
RFA: front axle
operating conditions can be found:
RRA: rear axle
Ron the Tire and Loading Information
placard with the recommended tire In the following table, the wheel/tire
pressures on the B-pillar on the driver's combinations are assigned to the vehicle
side models through variants, e.g. V1, V2 etc.:
Rin the tire pressure table on the inside of
V1 C 25013
the fuel filler flap
Observe the notes on recommended tire V2 C 30013, C 300 4MATIC13
pressures under various operating
V3 C 35013, C 350 4MATIC13
conditions (Y page 313).
Check tire pressures regularly, and only V4 C 63 AMG
13 BlueEFFICIENCY
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340 Wheel and tire combinations
Tires
14 MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat characteristics) only in conjunction with an activated tire pressure loss
warning system or tire pressure monitor.
15 Not in conjunction with sports suspension code 486, dynamic handling package code 483 and Sports
package code 950/952.
16 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
Wheel and tire combinations 341
i The specified tire pressure is printed in yellow on the emergency spare wheel.
16 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
17 C 300 4MATIC: not in conjunction with Sports package code 950/952.
18 C 300 4MATIC: only in conjunction with Sports package code 950/952.
Emergency spare wheel 343
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344 Emergency spare wheel
Technical data
i The specified tire pressure is printed in yellow on the emergency spare wheel.
Wheels and tires
16 Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
17 C 300 4MATIC: not in conjunction with Sports package code 950/952.
19 C 300 4MATIC: only in conjunction with Sports package code 950/952.
345
Technical data
346 Identification plates
Engine number
Technical data
; VIN
= Paint code : Emission control information plate,
i The data shown on the identification plate including the certification of both federal
is example data. This data is different for and Californian emissions standards
every vehicle and can deviate from the data ; Engine number (stamped into the
shown here. You can find the data crankcase)
applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle = VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield)
identification plate.
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348 Service products and filling capacities
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
has come into contact with fuel.
You can recognize service products approved
by Mercedes-Benz by the following
inscription on the containers: Tank capacity
RMB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51) Model Total
RMB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51) capacity
Other designations or recommendations
All models 17.4 US gal
indicate a level of quality or a specification in
(66.0 l)
accordance with an MB Sheet number (e.g.
MB 229.5). They have not necessarily been
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Model Of which
reserve
Technical data
! To ensure the longevity and full Rvapor pressure
performance of the engine, only premium-
You will usually find information about the fuel
grade unleaded gasoline may be used.
grade on the pump. If you cannot find the
If there is no premium-grade unleaded label on the pump, ask the staff for
gasoline available and regular unleaded assistance.
gasoline must be used, please observe the
following precautions: i For more information, contact a qualified
Ronly
specialist workshop.
fill the fuel tank to half full with
regular unleaded gasoline and fill the rest Information on refueling (Y page 156).
with premium-grade unleaded gasoline
AMG vehicles
as soon as possible.
Rdo not drive at the maximum speed. Additives
Ravoid sudden acceleration. ! Operating the engine with fuel additives
Rif the vehicle is carrying a light load, e.g. can increase wear and tear to the fuel
two passengers without luggage, do not system high-pressure pump and lead to
allow the engine to rev above 3000 rpm. contamination of the entire fuel system.
Rif the vehicle is fully loaded or is being The repair costs are high. This does not
operated in mountainous terrain, do not include additives for the removal and
depress the accelerator pedal further prevention of residue buildup. gasoline
than Ô of the pedal travel. must only be mixed with additives
recommended by Mercedes-Benz. More
Only refuel using premium-grade unleaded information about recommended additives
gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 91.
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350 Service products and filling capacities
Technical data
the exhaust gas aftertreatment. i MB approval is indicated on the oil
containers.
When handling engine oil, observe the
important safety notes on service products
(Y page 347). Filling capacities
The engine oils are matched to the The following values refer to an oil change
performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and including the oil filter.
service intervals. You should therefore only
Model Capacity
use engine oils and oil filters that are
approved for vehicles with maintenance C 250 BlueEFFICIENCY 5.8 US qt (5.5 l)
systems.
C 300 BlueEFFICIENCY 6.9 US qt (6.5 l)
For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters,
consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz (Canada only)
Center. Or visit the website C 350 BlueEFFICIENCY
http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. C 350 4MATIC
The table shows which engine oils have been BlueEFFICIENCY
approved for your vehicle. (Canada only)
C 300 4MATIC 7.4 US qt (7.0 l)
BlueEFFICIENCY
C 63 AMG With external oil
cooler:
9.0 US qt (8.5 l)
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352 Service products and filling capacities
temperatures. The table shows you which components in the engine compartment, it
SAE classifications are to be used. The low- may ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
temperature characteristics of engine oils Let the engine cool down before you add
can deteriorate significantly, e.g. as a result antifreeze. Make sure that antifreeze is not
of aging, soot and fuel deposits. It is therefore spilled next to the filler neck. Thoroughly
strongly recommended that you carry out clean the antifreeze from components before
regular oil changes using an approved engine starting the engine.
oil with the appropriate SAE classification.
! Only add coolant that has been premixed
with the desired antifreeze protection. You
Brake fluid could otherwise damage the engine.
G WARNING Further information on coolants can be
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of for Service Products, MB Specifications for
the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the
fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the Internet at
brake system when the brakes are applied http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Or
hard. This would impair braking efficiency. contact a qualified specialist workshop.
There is a risk of an accident. ! Always use a suitable coolant mixture,
You should have the brake fluid renewed at even in countries where high temperatures
the specified intervals. prevail.
Service products and filling capacities 353
Technical data
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †).
Rnot exceed 55% (antifreeze protection
down to -49 ‡ [-45 †]). Otherwise, heat Windshield washer system and
will not be dissipated as effectively. headlamp cleaning system
If the vehicle has lost coolant, add equal Important safety notes
amounts of water and antifreeze/corrosion
inhibitor. G WARNING
Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ Windshield washer concentrate is highly
corrosion inhibitor concentrate in flammable. If it comes into contact with hot
accordance with MB Specifications for engine components or the exhaust system it
Service Products 310.1. could ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
The coolant is checked with every Make sure that no windshield washer
maintenance interval at a qualified specialist concentrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
workshop.
! Only use washer fluid that is suitable for
i When the vehicle is first delivered, it is plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or
filled with a coolant mixture that ensures MB WinterFit. Unsuitable washer fluid
adequate antifreeze and corrosion could damage the plastic lenses of the
protection. headlamps.
! Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to
the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the
level sensor may be damaged.
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354 Service products and filling capacities
C 250
Dimensions and weights BlueEFFICIENCY
Vehicle length 180.7 in (4591 mm)
Vehicle height 56.9 in (1444 mm)
Maximum roof load max. 220 lb
(100 kg)
Maximum trunk max. 220 lb
load (100 kg)
Technical data
C 300
BlueEFFICIENCY
Model :Opening height (Canada only)
All models except 69.2 in Vehicle length 180.7 in (4591 mm)
C 300 (1757 mm)
BlueEFFICIENCY Vehicle height 57.0 in (1448 mm)
(Canada only) Maximum roof load max. 220 lb
(100 kg)
C 300 69.3 in
BlueEFFICIENCY (1761 mm) Maximum trunk max. 220 lb
(Canada only) load (100 kg)
C 300 4MATIC
BlueEFFICIENCY
Vehicle length 181.6 in (4613 mm)
Vehicle height 56.9 in (1444 mm)
Maximum roof load
Maximum trunk max. 220 lb
load (100 kg)
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C 350
BlueEFFICIENCY
C 350 4MATIC
BlueEFFICIENCY
(Canada only)
Vehicle length 181.6 in (4613 mm)
Vehicle height 56.9 in (1444 mm)
Maximum roof load max. 220 lb
(100 kg)
Maximum trunk max. 220 lb
load (100 kg)
C 63 AMG
Vehicle length 185.1 in (4702 mm)
Vehicle width 79.1 in (2008 mm)
including exterior
mirrors
Vehicle height 56.4 in (1433 mm)
Technical data