Page 1 R-Class Operator’s Manual...
Page 2 Symbols ® Trademarks ® AdBlue is a registered trademark of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA). BabySmart is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc. ® ® and PRE-SAFE are registered trademarks of Daimler.
Page 3 Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
Page 4 Contents Index ......3 Introduction ..... 19 At a glance .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
1, 2, 3 ... 115V AC Socket ....230 3-zone automatic climate control see Climate control system 4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) . . 78 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ABS (Antilock Brake System) .
Page 6 Index Automatic locking when driving . . . 158 Automatic shift program ..141 Automatic transmission ..136 Automatic shift program ..141 Emergency operation (limp-home mode) .
Page 7 Central locking/unlocking switch . . . 89 Certification label ....391 Children in the vehicle ... . 66 Air bags .
Page 8 Index Deep water see Standing water Defroster Rear window ....199 Windshield ....183, 197 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps .
Page 9 Flat tire ..... . 365 Hazard warning flasher ..119 Roadside Assistance ... . 21 Towing the vehicle .
Page 10 Index Front axle oil ....400 Front lamps see Headlamps Front passenger front air bag ..48 Messages in the multifunction display .
Page 11 Halogen ..... 357 High-beam flasher ... . . 118 High-beam headlamps ..118 Low-beam headlamps .
Page 12 Index Messages in the multifunction display ..... . 324 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof ... . . 127 Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel .
Page 13 Manual headlamp mode (Low- beam headlamps) ....115 Maximum loaded vehicle weight . . . 274 Maximum load rating (tires) ..274 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure .
Page 14 Index Navigation menu ....151 Nets, parcel ....208 Night security illumination .
Page 15 Power tilt/sliding sunroof Operation ....200 Synchronizing ....202 Power washer .
Page 16 Index RON (Research Octane Number) ......246, 403 Roof rack ..... . 207 Route guidance see Navigation system Rubber parts, cleaning .
Page 17 Starter switch positions ..95, 96 Starting difficulties (engine) ..131 Starting the engine ....129 Steering column see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjusting...
Page 18 Index Tie-down rings ....208 Tightening torque Spark plugs ....397 Wheels .
Page 19 Tread (tires) ....276 Tread depth (tires) ..254, 277 Treadwear indicators (tires) . . . 254, 276 Trip computer menu .
Page 20 Index Windows, cleaning ....295 Windshield Cleaning wiper blades ..295 Washer fluid ....123, 407 Wipers .
Page 21: Introduction
Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about operating any equipment, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures. Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary.
Page 22: Service And Warranty Information
Introduction Operator’s Manual Service and warranty information The Service and Warranty Information booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including: New Truck Limited Warranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,...
Page 23: Roadside Assistance
If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise.
Page 24: Operating Safety
Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.
Page 25: Reporting Safety Defects
If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management or, if necessary, contact us at one of the following addresses: In the USA:...
Page 26: Data Recording
Introduction Vehicle data recording Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.
Page 27 At a glance Exterior view ... 26 Cockpit ... 28 Instrument cluster ... 30 Storage compartments ... 34 Multifunction steering wheel ... 36 Center console ... 38 Overhead control panel ... 40 Door control panel ... 41...
Page 28: Exterior View
At a glance Exterior view Exterior view...
Page 29: Exterior View
This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page Rear lamps Fuel filler flap Fuel requirements Exterior rear view mirrors...
Page 30: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit...
Page 31: Horn
Function Page Cruise control lever Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Horn Steering wheel gearshift control Gear selector lever Front Parktronic warning indicators Overhead control panel Function Page Glove box lid release, glove box lock Glove box Center console Power outlet Starter switch Steering wheel adjustment, manual...
Page 32: Instrument Cluster
At a glance Instrument cluster Instrument cluster...
Page 33: Turn Signals
Function Page L Left turn signal indicator lamp To dim instrument cluster illumination Reset button for: • Resetting trip odometer • Resetting all settings To brighten instrument cluster illumination Lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should go out when the engine is running. Warning lamp without function.
Page 34 At a glance Instrument cluster...
Page 35: Indicator Lamp
Function Page Multifunction display with: • Trip odometer • Main odometer Tachometer with: < Seat belt telltale q Preglow indicator lamp, diesel engine only 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp ± Engine malfunction indicator lamp, Canada only Function Page ? Engine malfunction indicator lamp, USA only A High-beam headlamp...
Page 36: Storage Compartments
At a glance Storage compartments Storage compartments...
Page 37 Function Page Parcel net in front passenger footwell Glove box Door pocket Parcel net on front passenger seat backrest Door pocket Cup holder Third-row storage compartment First aid kit, vehicle tool kit, spare wheel Function Page Third-row storage compartment Cup holder Door pocket Parcel net on driver’s seat backrest...
Page 38: Multifunction Steering Wheel
At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function only available in telephone menu. Vehicles without Voice Control System: Button without function. Function Page Multifunction display Press button s • to take a call • to dial • to redial Press button t •...
Page 39: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Function Page Press and hold button j or k • to select previous or next track with quick search or to select previous or next station in station list or wave band within Audio/ DVD menu • to start the quick search in the phone book within Telephone menu...
Page 40: Center Console
At a glance Center console Center console Upper part Function Page COMAND system, see separate operating instructions Climate control 3-zone automatic climate control Rear window defroster Seat heating, front passenger side Vehicle level control switch Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission Function Page...
Page 41 Lower part Function Page Storage compartment Ashtray with cigarette lighter Cup holders Front armrest storage compartment/telephone tray Card/ticket holder, bottle opener At a glance Center console...
Page 42: Hands-Free Microphone
At a glance Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Left front reading lamp on/ Automatic interior lighting Rear interior lighting on/off Front interior lighting on/ Right reading lamp on/off Front right interior lamp Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch Power tilt/sliding panel switch Tele Aid (emergency call system) button...
Page 43: Door Control Panel
Door control panel Function Page Inside door handle Central locking/unlocking switch Exterior rear view mirror adjustment Selection buttons for exterior rear view mirror adjustment Power-folding exterior rear view mirrors Switches for opening/ closing front and rear door windows, rear window override switch Rear door window override switch...
Page 45: Safety And Security
Safety and security Vehicle equipment ... 44 Occupant safety ... 44 Panic alarm ... 75 Driving safety systems ... 75 Anti-theft systems ... 80...
Page 46: Vehicle Equipment
Safety and security Occupant safety Vehicle equipment This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you will learn the most...
Page 47: Air Bag Deployment
SRS self-check has detected a malfunction. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not deploy when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or...
Page 48 Canada only: Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart bag deactivation system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the front passenger front air bag when it is installed properly.
Page 49: Safety Guidelines
Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Air bags and pyrotechnic emergency tensioning devices (ETDs) contain perchlorate material, which may require...
Page 50: Front, Passenger
For your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the air bag unit or ETD, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Given the considerable deployment speed, required inflation volume, and the...
Page 51: Side Impact
Work on the doors must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center...
Page 52: Window Curtain
G Warning! Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the side impact air bags.
Page 53 Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. Both the driver and the front passenger should always use the indicator lamp as an indication of whether or not the front passenger is properly positioned.
Page 54 Safety and security Occupant safety than a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint or if the front passenger seat is classified as being empty. When the OCS senses that the front passenger seat occupant is classified as being up to or less than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint, the 59 indicator lamp will illuminate when the...
Page 55 accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Occupants, especially children, should always sit as upright as possible, wear the seat belt properly and use an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler restraint, or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag.
Page 56: Front Air Bag
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS: Do not place more than 4.4 lb (2 kg) into the storage bag on the back of the front passenger seat.
Page 57: Air Bag Deactivation System
G Warning! If the 59 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 passenger seat. For more information, see the “Practical hints” section ( page 350).
Page 58 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Special BabySmart compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system, are required for use with the BabySmart air bag deactivation system. Please contact your authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for information on availability.
Page 59: Self-Test
You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the passenger seat. More information can be found in the “Practical hints” section ( page 306).
Page 60: Proper Use Of
Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation of the ETDs or to their failure to activate when necessary.
Page 61: Fastening The Seat Belts
Damaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fastening the seat belts G Warning! Always fasten your seat belt before driving off.
Page 62 G Warning! Vehicles with BabySmart air bag deactivation system, Canada only: Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the front passenger front air bag when it is installed properly.
Page 63: Height Adjustment
This can damage the seat belt and impair its effectiveness, and/or cause damage to the door and/or door trim panel. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 64 Safety and security Occupant safety Enhanced seat belt reminder system When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale will always illuminate for < 6 seconds to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started, an additional warning chime will also sound for a maximum of 6 seconds or until the driver’s seat belt is...
Page 65: Pre-Safe
Pyrotechnic ETDs that were activated must be replaced. For your safety, when disposing of the pyrotechnic ETDs always follow our safety instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. PRE-SAFE ® has electrically operated reversible pre-tensioners that do not require replacement after activation.
Page 66: Active Head Restraints
G Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the active head restraints and/or the deployment of the front side impact air bags.
Page 67 Steering wheel Seat belt Seat Position seat page 98) and head restraint properly ( page 100). G Observe Safety notes, see page 97. Observe the following points: Always be in a properly seated position. The position should be as far rearward from the front air bag in steering wheel possible, while still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls.
Page 68: Children In The Vehicle
Safety and security Occupant safety Children in the vehicle Safety notes If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle: Secure the child using an infant or child restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child. Make sure the infant or child is properly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 69: Latch-Type Child Seat Anchors
Canada only: Only use a BabySmart compatible child restraint for the front passenger seat in this vehicle. All lap/shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints. To fasten a child restraint, follow child restraint instructions for mounting.
Page 70 Canada only: Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart...
Page 71 are not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper seat belt positioning for children over 41 lb (18 kg) until they reach a height where a...
Page 72 Safety and security Occupant safety Anchorage ring Hook Top tether strap Guide top tether strap between head restraint and top of the seat backrest. For safety, make sure hook is attached to anchorage ring beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. Securely fasten hook 3, which is part of the tether strap 4, to anchorage ring 2.
Page 73 Mercedes-Benz approved child seats, can be used in this seating position. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for more information. Do not use the LATCH anchors or seat belt buckle for the outboard seats in conjunction with a child seat in the second-row middle seat position.
Page 74 Safety and security Occupant safety Guide top tether strap between head restraint and top of the seat backrest. For safety, make sure hook is attached to anchorage ring beyond the safety catch, as illustrated. Securely fasten hook 5, which is part of top tether strap 6, to anchorage ring 4.
Page 75: Child Safety Locks
The LATCH-type anchors on the outboard second-row seats are covered with upholstery blends. Anchors, outboard second-row seats Indicates the position of the anchors Move the respective outboard second-row seat backrest to an upright position page 104). Push the upholstery blend to the side. Install a LATCH-type child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 76 Safety and security Occupant safety Releasing Securing Securing: Press the lever down in direction of arrow 2. Check to make sure the child safety locks are working properly. Releasing: Press the lever up in direction of arrow 1. Override switch G Observe Safety notes, see page 66.
Page 77: Panic Alarm
Panic alarm button Â USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 78 Safety and security Driving safety systems prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle. They cannot increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents.
Page 79 For more information, see “What to do if …?” ( page 341). G Observe Safety notes, see page 75. The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance.
Page 80 If such tests are necessary, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® Because the ESP operates...
Page 81 Driving safety systems Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® Switching on the ESP ® Press ESP...
Page 82: Anti-Theft Systems
In the event that the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). Anti-theft alarm system...
Page 83 Indicator lamp Arming: Lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the vehicle is locked. Indicator lamp flashes to indicate that the alarm system is armed. If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times, a door or the tailgate may not be properly closed.
Page 85: Controls In Detail
Vehicle equipment ... 84 Locking and unlocking ... 84 Starter switch positions ... 95 Seats ... 97 Multifunction steering wheel ... 108 Mirrors ... 111 Memory function ... 114 Lighting ... 115 Wipers ... 122 Power windows ... 125 Driving and parking ... 129 Automatic transmission ...
Page 86: Vehicle Equipment
Use the mechanical key to lock the vehicle. Have the vehicle battery and the vehicle battery connections checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key.
Page 87: Battery Check Lamp
Lock button Unlock button for tailgate Unlock button Battery check lamp USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
Page 88 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking When the SmartKey is valid, your vehicle unlocks the doors the fuel filler flap the tailgate USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 89 Detected appears in the multifunction display with the engine running, the message Key Not Detected appears in the multifunction display while driving off Find the SmartKey or change its present location immediately (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket).
Page 90 Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement. Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the inside.
Page 91 Automatic central locking The doors and the tailgate lock automatically when the vehicle is set into motion. You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. The doors are designed to unlock automatically after an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a preset threshold.
Page 92: Closing
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Tailgate G Warning! Make sure the tailgate is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. A minimum height clearance of 7.20 ft (2.20 m) is required to open the tailgate.
Page 93: Opening
Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance. You can unlock the tailgate from the third-row seats and then open it manually. Handle Push Lift Push handle in direction of arrow hold it there. From this position, lift handle direction of arrow and hold it there.
Page 94 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Press and hold button on the SmartKey until the tailgate unlocks and begins to open. While the tailgate is opening, an acoustic warning sounds. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Pull on the handle ( page 90). The tailgate is unlocked and opens.
Page 95 Press tailgate closing switch briefly or press and hold button on the SmartKey. The tailgate closes. Depending on production date, an acoustic warning sounds when the tailgate closes. If the tailgate comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high), the closing procedure is stopped and the tailgate reopens.
Page 96 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking signals will not flash and the anti-theft alarm will be triggered when the tailgate is opened. Opening/closing the tailgate from the inside Opening G Warning! Maintain sight of the area around the rear of the vehicle while operating the tailgate with the door-mounted remote tailgate switch or with button i on the SmartKey.
Page 97: Starter Switch Positions
Activating Open tailgate: Pull on handle ( page 90) or press and hold button on the SmartKey until the tailgate opens. Stop opening procedure: When the tailgate is in the desired position, press tailgate closing switch ( page 93) or press button on the SmartKey once more.
Page 98: Starter Switch Positions
Controls in detail Starter switch positions KEYLESS-GO G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-GO function and a removable KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. With the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button inserted in the starter switch and the SmartKey present in the vehicle, pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button...
Page 99: Head Restraints
If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button once more, the ignition (position 2) is switched on twice more the power supply is again switched off Ignition (or position 2) Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice. This supplies power for all electrical consumers.
Page 100: Seats
Controls in detail Seats an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. G Warning! According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position.
Page 101 Do not attempt to remove front seat head restraints. They can only be removed by qualified technicians. We recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Head restraint Release button...
Page 102 Controls in detail Seats Raising: Adjust the height of head restraint manually by pulling it upward. If head restraint is fully retracted, push release button in direction of arrow and pull head restraint upward. Lowering: Push release button direction of arrow and press down on head restraint 1.
Page 103 Easy-entry/exit position Enter the vehicle. For information on how to fold down the second-row seats completely, see “Expanding cargo volume” ( page 209). Easy-exit feature for third-row seats The easy-exit strap is located on the rear of each outboard second-row seat base. Easy-exit strap To exit the vehicle when seated on a third- row seat, pull up and hold easy-exit strap...
Page 104 Controls in detail Seats the outboard second-row seats are properly locked the seat backrests of the outboard second-row seats are in an upright position and are properly locked An outboard second-row seat is properly locked only when lock status indicator 1 is in hinged position and red marking 2 is barely visible.
Page 105: Lumbar Support
Lumbar support You can adjust the contour of the driver’s seat lumbar support to help enhance support to your spine. Curvature up Less curvature Curvature down Greater curvature Curvature position: Use button move the curvature up and button move it down. Degree of curvature: Use button lessen the curvature and button increase it.
Page 106 Controls in detail Seats force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. Fore and aft adjustment (outboard second-row seats) Adjustment handle Pull up handle in direction of arrow and hold it there. Move seat to the desired position. Release handle 1.
Page 107 Release handle when the seat backrest has reached the desired position. To make sure the seat backrest has engaged, lean firmly against the backrest. Head restraint height G Warning! With the second-row middle seat or a third- row seat occupied, make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non-use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint...
Page 108 Controls in detail Seats When removing or installing the head restraint of an outboard second-row seat, adjust the seat to the rear as far as possible page 104) and fold the seat backrest page 100) forward. Seat position for removal of head restraints from outboard second-row seats Head restraint Release button...
Page 109: Multicontour Seat
Do not fold the second-row middle seat and allow occupants to use the folded second- row middle seat as a table while driving. Objects placed on the folded second-row middle seat may move freely during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior.
Page 110: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Controls in detail Multifunction steering wheel Seat heating Front seat heating switch Indicator lamps The switches for the outboard second-row seat heating are located in the rear center console. Rear seat heating switch Indicator lamps The red indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which heating level you have selected.
Page 111: Easy-Entry/Exit Feature
Steering wheel adjustment, manual Release handle Unlocking: Pull release handle out to its stop limit. Move steering wheel to the desired position. Locking: Push release handle back to its original position. Make sure the steering wheel is securely locked by trying to move it up and down as well as in and out before driving off.
Page 112: Heated Steering Wheel
Controls in detail Multifunction steering wheel With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel will return to its last set position when you close the driver’s door with the ignition switched on. The steering wheel will also return to its last set position when you insert the SmartKey into the starter switch or press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once with the driver’s door closed.
Page 113: Mirrors
switch off the ignition and open the driver’s door. For more information on the steering wheel, see “Multifunction steering wheel” ( page 145). Mirrors Notes Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions.
Page 114: Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirrors
Controls in detail Mirrors Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror button Adjustment button Passenger-side exterior rear view mirror button Switch on the ignition. Press button for the driver’s side exterior rear view mirror or button the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror.
Page 115: Power Folding
Power folding exterior rear view mirrors Before you drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold in the exterior rear view mirrors. Otherwise they may get damaged. Folding in and out automatically When the corresponding function in the control system is activated ( page 159): The exterior rear view mirrors fold in automatically as soon as the vehicle is...
Page 116: Memory Function
Controls in detail Memory function Memory function Notes With the memory function you can store up to three different configurations per front seat. Each memory position button on the driver’s side can store all of the following settings: Seat position Multicontour seat: previously saved setting Steering wheel position Exterior rear view mirrors’...
Page 117: Exterior Lamp Switch
Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicles equipped with active Bi-Xenon headlamps: The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor the vehicle’s steering angle and speed, then...
Page 118: Automatic Headlamp Mode
Controls in detail Lighting License plate lamps Side marker lamps Instrument panel lamps Green indicator lamp in the exterior lamp switch Switching off: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M. Automatic headlamp mode The following lamps come on and go out automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light: Low-beam headlamps...
Page 119: Fog Lamps
Canada only With the exterior lamp switch in position or U, you cannot switch on the high- beam headlamps. The high-beam flasher is available at all times. For nighttime driving turn the exterior lamp switch to position to permit activation of the high-beam headlamps.
Page 120: High-Beam Flasher
Controls in detail Lighting Locator lighting and night security illumination Locator lighting and night security illumination are described in the “Control system” section, see “Setting locator lighting” ( page 156) and “Setting night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature)” ( page 157).
Page 121: Corner-Illuminating Front Fog Lamps
Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch. The hazard warning flasher comes on automatically when an air bag deploys. Hazard warning flasher switch Switching on: Press hazard warning flasher switch 1.
Page 122: Front
Controls in detail Lighting front fog lamp comes on on the side of the turn signal. Turn steering wheel in the desired direction. Driving forward: The front fog lamp on the side of your steering direction comes on. Driving in reverse: The front fog lamp opposite to your steering direction comes The corner-illuminating front fog lamps will come on automatically depending on the...
Page 123: Emergency Lighting
Automatic control Activating: Press button ]. Button disengages and sits flush with the other buttons. The interior lighting and the locator lighting page 156) come on in darkness, when you: unlock the vehicle remove the SmartKey from the starter switch open a door open the tailgate Deactivating: Press button ].
Page 124: Wipers
Controls in detail Wipers Third-row reading lamps The third-row reading lamps are located in the rear overhead control panel. Right third-row reading lamp on/off Left third-row reading lamp on/off Left third-row reading lamp Rear interior lighting Right third-row reading lamp Switching on/off third-row reading lamps: Press respective reading lamp switch X.
Page 125: Rear Window Wiper/Washer
suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the sensor surface automatically. Do not leave windshield wipers on an intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Windshield wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield, and windshield wipers may be damaged as a result.
Page 126 Turn the windshield wipers on again. If the windshield wipers fail to function at all with the combination switch in position or V, set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center...
Page 127: Power Windows
Power windows Opening and closing The door windows and the hinged quarter windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all door windows and the hinged quarter windows are located on the driver’s door control panel. The switches for the respective door windows are located on the front passenger door and the rear doors.
Page 128: Hinged Quarter Windows
Controls in detail Power windows Left front door window Right front door window Right rear door window Left rear door window Hinged quarter windows Door windows Switch on the ignition. Opening/Closing: Press or pull and hold switch to the resistance point. The corresponding window will move downwards or upwards until you release the switch.
Page 129: Synchronizing
the closing process, they will stop and open slightly. Halting closing process: Press or pull switch once more during the closing process. The hinged quarter windows will stop and open completely. For your safety, the hinged quarter windows cannot be opened again until 4 seconds have passed.
Page 130 Controls in detail Power windows The windows and the tilt/sliding panel opens after approximately 1 second. Release button on the SmartKey to interrupt the opening procedure. Convenience closing feature When locking the vehicle, you can simultaneously close the door windows the hinged quarter windows the tilt/sliding sunroof the panorama roof...
Page 131: Driving And Parking
Vehicles without panorama roof Press and hold the lock button on an outside door handle ( page 87) until the windows and the tilt/sliding sunroof are completely closed. Release the lock button on the outside door handle to interrupt the closing procedure. Vehicles with panorama roof When tilt/sliding panel is opened: Press and hold the lock button on an...
Page 132: Preglow Indicator Lamp
Controls in detail Driving and parking Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission Button for selecting park position P Park position Á Reverse gear Â Neutral position À Drive position ¿ For more information on how to operate the gear selector lever, see “Automatic transmission”...
Page 133: Driving And Parking
Controls in detail Driving and parking If the engine does not start after several starting attempts: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. The engine does not start. You cannot hear the starter. The battery may not be sufficiently charged.
Page 134: Driving Off
Release the parking brake. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes...
Page 135: Accidents
Give very little gas. Have the problem checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The coolant temperature is above 248‡ (120†) The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.
Page 136: Turning Off
Controls in detail Driving and parking from the starter switch, or press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. Take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle when leaving. Parking brake G Warning! Engaging the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion can cause the rear wheels to lock up.
Page 137 neutral position N, see “Remaining in neutral position N” ( page 137). With SmartKey Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0. Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The immobilizer is activated. If you turn off the engine using the SmartKey, and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or open a front door, the automatic transmission will shift into park position P...
Page 138: Automatic Transmission
This may cause serious damage to the engine and the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. During the brief warm-up, transmission upshifting is delayed. This allows the...
Page 139 When trying to free a vehicle stuck in mud or snow, see “Rocking the vehicle” ( page 140). Shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P is only possible with the brake pedal depressed. Without the brake pedal depressed, the gear selector lever can be moved up or down, but the parking pawl remains engaged, not allowing shifting to occur.
Page 140: Shifting Procedure
Controls in detail Automatic transmission With SmartKey: Make sure the ignition is switched on. With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N. Release the brake pedal. If engaged, release the parking brake.
Page 141 Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with the automatic transmission in neutral position N can result in transmission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Drive position ê...
Page 142: Gear Range Indicator
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Effect The automatic transmission shifts automatically. All forward gears are available. Driving tips Kickdown Use the kickdown when you want maximum acceleration. Fully depress the accelerator pedal. Depending on the engine speed the automatic transmission shifts into a lower gear.
Page 143: Automatic Shift Program
Effect è With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine. ç Allows the use of engine’s braking power when driving on steep downgrades in mountainous regions under extreme operating conditions æ For maximum use of engine’s braking effect on very steep or lengthy downgrades.
Page 144: One-Touch Gearshifting
Controls in detail Automatic transmission One-touch gearshifting With the automatic transmission in drive position D, you can limit or extend the gear range using the steering wheel gearshift contol. Steering wheel gearshift control Limiting gear range Extending gear range You cannot shift with the steering wheel gearshift control when the automatic transmission is in park position P, neutral position N, or reverse gear R.
Page 145: Limp-Home Mode
Restart the engine. Shift the automatic transmission into drive position D (for second gear) or reverse gear Have the automatic transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Transfer case The vehicle is equipped with all-wheel drive (4MATIC).
Page 146: Illumination
33) denotes excessive engine speed. Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds, as it may result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within...
Page 147: Control System
Control system Introduction The control system is activated as soon as the starter switch is in position 1 ( page 95). The control system enables you to call up information about your vehicle and to change vehicle settings. For example, you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is next due for maintenance service, to set the language for messages in the instrument cluster display,...
Page 148: Multifunction Display
Controls in detail Control system Press button briefly to move within a menu Within Audio/DVD menu to select previous or next track, scene or stored station. Within Telephone menu to switch to the phone book and select a name or number. Press and hold button Within Audio/DVD menu to select previous or next track...
Page 149: Control System Menus
Controls in detail Control system Menus and submenus...
Page 150: Standard Display
Controls in detail Control system The headings used in the menus table are designed to facilitate navigation within the system and are not necessarily identical to those shown in the multifunction display. The first function displayed in each menu will automatically show you which part of the system you are in.
Page 151: Audio/Dvd Menu
The engine should not be operated with a coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperature You can select whether the digital...
Page 152 Controls in detail Control system Turn on the COMAND system and select radio. Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions. Press button repeatedly until è ÿ the currently tuned station appears in the multifunction display. Example illustration Wave band setting and stored memory position Station frequency Select next or previous stored station:...
Page 153: Airmatic/Compass Menu
They do not replace the owner’s and/or driver’s responsibility to maintain the vehicle’s operating safety. Have all required maintenance and safety checks performed on the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages.
Page 154: Resetting To Factory Settings
Controls in detail Control system Press button repeatedly until è ÿ the Vehicle status message memory menu appears in the multifunction display. If conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunction display: Press button or k.
Page 155 Press the reset button in the instrument cluster for approximately 3 seconds. Press the reset button once more. The functions of all the submenus will be reset to factory settings. The settings you have changed will not be reset unless you confirm the action by pressing the reset button a second time.
Page 156: Instrument Cluster
Controls in detail Control system Setting night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off feature) page 157) Setting interior lighting delayed shut-off page 158) Vehicle submenu Setting automatic cental locking page 158) Comfort submenu Activating easy-entry/exit feature page 159) Setting fold-in function for exterior rear view mirrors ( page 159) Instrument cluster submenu...
Page 157: Time/Date
Selecting display (digital speedometer or outside temperature) for status indicator Move the selection marker with button to the Instrument æ ç Cluster submenu. Press button repeatedly until the message Status Line Display appears in the multifunction display. The selection marker is on the current setting.
Page 158: Lighting
Controls in detail Control system Example illustration for setting the month Press button to set the æ ç month, day, or year. Lighting submenu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and lighting settings on your vehicle.
Page 159: Exterior Lamps
unlocked using button on the SmartKey: Parking lamps Tail lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps Front fog lamps The locator lighting goes out when the driver’s door is opened. If you do not open the driver’s door after unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey, the lamps will go out automatically after approximately 40 seconds.
Page 160: Comfort
Controls in detail Control system Press button to switch the æ ç headlamps delayed shut-off feature On or Off. Turn the exterior lamp switch to position before turning off the engine. The headlamps delayed shut-off feature is activated. You can temporarily deactivate the headlamps delayed shut-off feature: Before exiting the vehicle, turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position...
Page 161: View Mirrors
page 159) or to set the fold-in function for exterior rear view mirrors ( page 159). Activating easy-entry/exit feature Use this function to activate and deactivate the easy-entry/exit feature ( page 109). G Warning! You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel when the easy-entry/exit feature is activated.
Page 162: Trip Computer
Controls in detail Control system Trip computer menu Use the Trip computer menu to call up statistical data on your vehicle. The following information is available: Fuel consumption statistics since start page 160) Fuel consumption statistics since last reset page 160) Resetting fuel consumption statistics page 160) Distance to empty (...
Page 163: Menu
Distance to empty Press button repeatedly until ÿ è the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. Press button repeatedly until the message Range: appears in the multifunction display. The calculated remaining driving range based on the current fuel tank level appears in the multifunction display.
Page 164: Phone Book
Controls in detail Control system multifunction display you will then see the following message, or if available, the caller ID (number or name): Press button s. You have answered the call. Ending a call or rejecting an incoming call Press button t. Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you may select and dial a number from the...
Page 165: Driving Systems
Press button repeatedly until the desired number or name appears in the multifunction display. Press button s. The control system dials the selected phone number. Driving systems Introduction This section describes the following driving systems of your vehicle: Cruise control AIRMATIC Parktronic system Rear view camera...
Page 166: Driving Systems
Controls in detail Driving systems brake pedal depresses automatically when the cruise control engages the brakes. Keep the driver’s footwell clear at all times, including the area under the brake pedal. Objects stored in this area may impair pedal movement which could interfere with the braking ability of the cruise control system.
Page 167: Last Stored Speed
® the ESP has switched off due to a malfunction you shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N while driving Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear. Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate the cruise control. After a brief acceleration (e.g.
Page 168: Airmatic
Controls in detail Driving systems The last stored speed is deleted from memory when the engine is turned off. Hill start assist system G Warning! The hill start assist system is not designed to function as a parking brake and does not prevent the vehicle from moving when parked on an incline.
Page 169: Vehicle Level Control
Indicator lamp comes on. Start the engine. Press ADS switch repeatedly until the desired suspension tuning is reached. The setting remains stored when you turn off the engine. Vehicle level control Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to increase vehicle safety and to reduce fuel consumption.
Page 170 Controls in detail Driving systems The third available level is the highspeed level that is set automatically. The following is the approximate change in ride height for each of the level settings: Level Ride height Raised +1.97 in (50 mm) Highway +/-0 in (0 mm) Highspeed...
Page 171: All-Wheel Drive (4Matic)
Driving systems Do not tow with one axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground.
Page 172: Parktronic System
Controls in detail Driving systems Parktronic system The Parktronic system is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors designed to assist the driver during parking maneuvers. It indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle visually and audibly. The Parktronic system is activated automatically when you switch on the ignition...
Page 173: Minimum Distance
Range of the sensors Front sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Rear sensors Center approx. 48 in (120 cm) Corners approx. 32 in (80 cm) Minimum distance Center approx. 8 in (20 cm) Corners approx.
Page 174 Controls in detail Driving systems Rear area warning indicator Left side of the vehicle Right side of the vehicle Readiness indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five yellow and two red distance segments for either side of the vehicle. The Parktronic system is ready to measure when the yellow readiness indicators are illuminated.
Page 175: Rear View Camera
Parktronic switch comes on. Have the Parktronic system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. If only the red distance segments illuminate and no acoustic warning sounds, the Parktronic system sensors are dirty (e.g. dirt,...
Page 176 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you contact a Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. Do not use the rear view camera in these situations. Otherwise you could injure yourself or others and/or damage property including your vehicle while parking/ maneuvering.
Page 177: Overview Of Climate Control System Functions And Air Vents
Overview of climate control system functions and air vents Your vehicle is equipped with either of the following climate control systems: Climate control The climate control combines an automatic heating and ventilation system with a cooling system. You can adjust the automatic climate control separately for the driver’s and passenger side.
Page 178 Controls in detail Overview of climate control system functions and air vents Air vents G Warning! When operating the climate control, the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents can be very hot or very cold (depending on the set temperature). This may cause burns or frostbite to unprotected skin in the immediate area of the air vents.
Page 179 Rear center console air vents Rear climate control panel Right rear center air vent, adjustable Left rear center air vent, adjustable When the front climate control panel is switched on or off, the air supply through the rear center air vents is also switched on or off.
Page 180: Climate Control
Controls in detail Climate control Climate control Control panel Function Temperature control, driver’s side U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) Recommendation/Notes Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). Switches on the automatic mode. The indicator lamp in button U comes on. page 183) page 182)
Page 181 Function | Front defroster Q Increasing air volume { Air distribution (directs air through the windshield and side air vents) 9 AC cooling on/off 9 Residual heat/ventilation Temperature control, passenger side : Rear climate control on/off or air supply for rear passenger compartment on/off (USA only) <...
Page 182 Controls in detail Climate control Function Air volume display · Decreasing air volume 1 Rear window defroster : Air recirculation Interior temperature sensor ´ Climate control on/off Recommendation/Notes At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up.
Page 183 Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the A/C mode is deactivated page 182).
Page 184 The compressor has turned off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic mode When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, the interior air temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically.
Page 185 Deactivating: Press button or Q. · The indicator lamp in button goes out. The automatic operation of air volume switches off. The selected blower speed is shown in air volume display page 178). Press air distribution button {, a, or The indicator lamp in button goes out.
Page 186 Controls in detail Climate control most efficient blower speed and heating power, depending on outside temperature air flows onto the windshield and the front door windows (side air vents must be open) the air conditioning compressor switches on at outside temperatures above approximately 41‡...
Page 187 The air recirculation mode is activated automatically at high outside temperatures. The indicator lamp in button is not lit when the air recirculation mode is switched on automatically. A quantity of outside air is added after approximately 30 minutes. If you have turned off the air conditioning or the outside temperature is below 41‡...
Page 188: 3-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control 3-zone automatic climate control Control panels USA only...
Page 189 Function Temperature control, driver’s side U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) | Front defroster Q Increasing air volume { Air distribution (directs air through the windshield and side air vents) 9 AC cooling on/off 9 Residual heat/ventilation Temperature control, passenger side : Operating the rear climate control from the front a Air distribution (directs air through center and side air vents)
Page 190 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control Function Y Air distribution (directs air through the footwells and side air vents) Air volume display · Decreasing air volume 1 Rear window defroster : Air recirculation Interior temperature sensor ´ Climate control on/off Recommendation/Notes At very low temperatures, rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has...
Page 191 Canada only Function Temperature control, driver’s side U Air distribution and air volume (automatic mode) 6 Air distribution, driver’s side (directs air through the windshield and side air vents) 3-zone automatic climate control Recommendation/Notes Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). Switches on the automatic mode.
Page 192 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control Function | Front defroster Q Increasing air volume 1 Rear window defroster Z Air distribution, passenger side (directs air through the windshield and side air vents) Ñ Operating the rear climate control from the front Temperature control, passenger side ´...
Page 193 Function 9 AC cooling on/off 9 Residual heat ventilation Display ß Decreasing air volume : Air recirculation 7 Air distribution, driver’s side (directs air through center and side air vents) 8 Air distribution, driver’s side (directs air through the footwells and side air vents) Interior temperature sensor ;...
Page 194: Zone Automatic Climate Control
Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The air conditioning will not engage (no cooling) if the A/C mode is deactivated page 193).
Page 195 Deactivating the climate control system G Warning! When the climate control system is switched off, the outside air supply and circulation are also switched off. Only choose this setting for a short time. Otherwise the windows could fog up, impairing visibility and endangering you and others.
Page 196 Canada only USA only Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic mode You can switch the climate control system on and off for each zone of the passenger compartment as desired.
Page 197 Automatic mode with rear climate control panel Activating: Press button U. The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. Deactivating: Press button or Q. · The automatic air volume is switched off and is controlled according to the desired setting.
Page 198 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control Rear temperature with rear climate control panel Increasing/decreasing: Turn temperature control page 192) slightly clockwise or counterclockwise. Adjusting air distribution USA only The air distribution can be adjusted manually. The symbols on the buttons represent the following functions: Symbol Function...
Page 199 Adjusting air volume USA only Decrease/increase: Press button · The automatic mode is switched off. The selected blower speed is shown in air volume display page 186). Canada only Decrease/increase: Press button · The automatic mode is switched off. The selected blower speed appears in display page 189).
Page 200 Controls in detail 3-zone automatic climate control The previous settings are once again in effect. The air conditioning compressor remains switched on. To deactivate, you can also press button or U. ´ Windshield fogged on the outside Switch the windshield wipers on page 122).
Page 201: Rear Window Defroster
Residual heat and ventilation With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. How long the system will provide heating depends on the coolant temperature and the battery voltage.
Page 202: Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
Do not open the tilt/sliding sunroof if there is snow or ice on the roof, as this could result in malfunctions. If you cannot open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof due to a malfunction contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 203 If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. You can also open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof using the SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO function, see “Summer opening feature”...
Page 204: Synchronizing
If the tilt/sliding sunroof cannot be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Vehicles with SmartKey: Switch off the ignition and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.
Page 205: Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel
as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch). The driver’s door then can be closed again. Remove the fuse for the tilt/sliding sunroof from the fuse box ( page 385). Reinsert the fuse in the fuse box. Switch on the ignition. Press and hold the sunroof switch in direction of arrow page 201) until the...
Page 206 Make sure to close the tilt/sliding panel when leaving the vehicle. If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Roof panel switch Raising Opening Closing The tilt/sliding panel only operates with the roller sunblinds retracted.
Page 207: Synchronizing
Opening Opening manually: Press and hold the roof panel switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2. Release the roof panel switch when the desired position is reached. Express operation: To open the tilt/ sliding panel completely, press the roof panel switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow and release.
Page 208: Loading And Storing
Controls in detail Loading and storing Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Vehicles with SmartKey: Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Switch off the ignition and open the driver’s door (this puts the starter switch in position 0, same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch).
Page 209: Roof Rack
Load distribution The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) which is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools, spare wheel, installed accessories, passengers and luggage/cargo must never exceed the load limit and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) for your vehicle as specified on the placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 255).
Page 210: Tie-Down Rings
Controls in detail Loading and storing Make sure you can open the tailgate completely you can raise the tilt/sliding sunroof (or tilt/sliding panel) at the rear completely you can open the tilt/sliding sunroof (or tilt/sliding panel) completely Trim cover Flip trim covers open.
Page 211: Hooks
Second-row footwell Cargo tie-down ring Third-row footwell Cargo tie-down ring Hooks Two hooks are located on the rear compartment trim panels, one on each side. Hook Use the hooks to secure light-weight items only. The maximum permissible weight per hook is 9 lbs (4 kg). Controls in detail Loading and storing Expanding cargo volume...
Page 212 Controls in detail Loading and storing G Warning! Never drive the vehicle with the tailgate open. Deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. When the outboard second-row seats are folded forward, the front seats may not be moved to the rearmost position.
Page 213 Expanding cargo volume fully G Warning! Folded second-row seats are intended to serve as a cargo volume expansion in conjunction with folded third-row seats only. Do not fold the second-row seats and allow third-row seat occupants to use folded second-row seats as a footrest while driving.
Page 214 Controls in detail Loading and storing moved to the rearmost position. Otherwise you could damage the front and the outboard second-row seats. Close the cup holders in front of the second-row seats before folding the second-row seats. Otherwise you could damage the cup holders and the second- row seats.
Page 215 Seat belt holder Release handle Seat backrest Place seat belt in seat belt holder 1. Pull release handle on seat backrest in direction of arrow. Seat backrest is released. Slowly move seat backrest forward. Seat cushion is released and folds forward automatically.
Page 216 Controls in detail Loading and storing When returning the seats to their original position, it is important to proceed in the following order: third-row seats outboard second-row seats second-row middle seat (7-seat vehicles) Otherwise, you could damage the seats. Third-row seats Release handle Seat backrest Seat cushion...
Page 217: Cargo Compartment Cover Blind
When the seat is unlocked, lock status indicator is extended and red marking is clearly visible. When the seat is unlocked, push seat backrest back until the seat audibly engages. Outboard second-row seat locked Lock status indicator Red marking When the seat is locked, lock status indicator is in hinged position and red marking is barely visible.
Page 218 Controls in detail Loading and storing Rolling out blind: Pull blind on handle across the cargo compartment. Guide blind into mounts and release. Rolling up blind: Disengage blind and guide retraction by its handle 1. Removing and installing blind Blind installed behind second-row seats Release button Blind Removing: Roll up blind 2.
Page 219: Cargo Net
Extending blind Blind Extension Guidings Guide pins Position extension over blind 1. Guide pins must point directly at guidings 3. Turn extension and blind in opposite directions as indicated by the arrows. Guide pins must engage in guidings When not in use, you can attach the cover blind extensions to the cover blind.
Page 220 Controls in detail Loading and storing Holder behind B-Pillar Holder behind C-Pillar With the cargo volume expanded in part page 210), use holders behind C-pillars and the cargo tie-down rings in the third- row footwell ( page 209). With the cargo volume fully expanded page 211), use holders behind B-pillars and the cargo tie-down rings in the second-row footwell (...
Page 221: Aux Socket
Loosening the cargo net Belt hook attached in the third-row footwell Buckle Belt hook Cargo tie-down ring Loosen the tightening belt by pulling buckle upward in direction of arrow. Remove belt hook from cargo tie-down ring 3. Removing and storing the cargo net Take cargo net bar out of holder page 218).
Page 222 Controls in detail Loading and storing Opening: Pull glove box lid release 1. Closing: Push glove box lid up until it engages. Locking and unlocking the glove box separately You can lock the glove box separately, e.g. when the vehicle is in the shop for service. The glove box can only be locked or unlocked with the mechanical key.
Page 223 Telephone tray Coinholders The Roadside Assistance button page 234) and the Information button page 234) are located in the ¡ telephone tray 3. Opening storage compartment: Press button and lift up armrest. Opening the telephone tray: Press button and lift up armrest. Two coin holders are located in front of telephone tray 3.
Page 224: Rear Center Console
Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To prevent damage to the rear center console and/or its components, make sure the storage compartment is closed before removing the rear center console.
Page 225 Pull release handle 2. The front part of center console released from base 3. Lift center console in direction of arrow and hold it there. While holding center console up, grip handle 5. Lift center console at rear handle release the center console from anchorage points 6.
Page 226: Cup Holders
Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident.
Page 227 Card/ticket holder Tabs Reinstalling: Guide tabs into openings. Guide rear of card/ticket holder into cup holder 1. Cup holder in front of second-row seats Cup holder are located in front of the second- row seats. Close the cup holder when not in use and before folding the second-row seats.
Page 228: Sun Visors
Controls in detail Useful features Pull out cup holder in direction of arrow as far as it will go. Closing: Make sure you have removed all containers from the cup holder. Push cup holder in until it engages. Close cover 1. Cup holder in rear center console Cup holder is located on the rear center console between the second-row seats.
Page 229: Rear Door Window
Glare through a door window Sun visor Additional sun visor Close vanity mirror cover if opened. Disengage sun visor from mounting Pivot sun visor to the side. Flip down additional sun visor when you experience additional glare through the windshield. Vanity mirror The mirror lamp only functions when the sun visor is engaged in mounting.
Page 230: Ashtrays
Controls in detail Useful features Ashtrays Center console ashtray G Warning! Remove front ashtray insert only with vehicle standing still. Cover Ashtray insert Opening: Open cover page 220). Removing ashtray insert: Grab ashtray insert on the sides and pull it out upwards.
Page 231: Cigarette Lighter
Removing ashtray insert: Push on ashtray insert and pull it out upwards. Reinstalling ashtray insert: Insert ashtray insert into opening. Push down ashtray insert until it engages. Close cover 1. Cigarette lighter G Observe Safety notes, see page 66. G Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter;...
Page 232: V Ac Socket
Controls in detail Useful features 12V Power outlets If you use all power outlets in the vehicle, make sure that the maximum current drawn does not exceed 55 A. The power outlets in the passenger footwell and cargo compartment are not designed for use with the electric air pump.
Page 233: Tele Aid
When connecting such a device, the socket will not provide power. If LED still does not come on, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Tele Aid In order to activate the Tele Aid system, a subscriber agreement must be completed.
Page 234: Emergency Calls
In case of an emergency, help will have to be summoned by other means. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possible.
Page 235: Manually
To ensure your system is activated and operational, please press the button ¡ to perform the acquaintance call. Failure to complete either of these steps may result in a system that is not activated. If you have any questions regarding activation, please call the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).
Page 236: Information Button
220). Roadside Assistance button Press and hold button for longer than 2 seconds. A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message Connecting Call will appear in the multifunction display and the COMAND system is muted.
Page 237 Information regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or Mercedes-Benz USA products and services is available to you. For more details concerning the Tele Aid system, please visit www.mbusa.com (USA only), log in to “Owner’s Online”...
Page 238: Remote Door Unlock
Roadside Assistance or Customer Assistance Center. The transmitted data can contain address details for a Mercedes-Benz Center or POIs. Route guidance You will be prompted to confirm that route guidance to the entered address is to be started.
Page 239 Response Center will contact the local law enforcement and you. The vehicle’s location will only be provided to law enforcement. If the anti-theft alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and GPS...
Page 240 Controls in detail Useful features hold the two outer signal transmitter buttons and release them when indicator lamp begins to flash after approximately 20 seconds. Do not hold the button for longer than 30 seconds. This procedure erases any previous settings for all three channels and initializes the memory.
Page 241 Step 11: Press, hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button a second time to complete the training process. Some garage door openers (or other rolling code equipped devices) may require you to press, hold for 2 seconds and release the same signal transmitter button a third time to complete the training process.
Page 242 If you should experience further difficulties with programming the integrated remote control, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Page 243: Calling Up
1. This device may not cause interference, 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Compass Calling up the compass: Press button on the multifunction steering...
Page 245: Operation
Operation Vehicle equipment ... 244 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ... 244 At the gas station ... 245 Engine compartment ... 247 Tires and wheels ... 252 Winter driving ... 277 Driving instructions ... 279 Maintenance ... 288 Vehicle care ... 291...
Page 246: Vehicle Equipment
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Vehicle equipment This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual.
Page 247: Refueling
Otherwise the incorrect or non-approved fuel will get into the fuel lines. The fuel system must be drained completely. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the fuel system drained completely. Gasoline engine: To prevent damage to the catalytic converters, only use premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle.
Page 248: Locking/Unlocking The Vehicle
“Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline engine)” ( page 403), see “Fuel requirements” ( page 403), or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Diesel engine: Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL (15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM). Information on diesel quality can normally be found on the fuel pump.
Page 249: Engine Compartment
The fuel system and engine will otherwise be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with improved cold flow characteristics is offered in the winter months. Check with your fuel retailer.
Page 250 Operation Engine compartment components on the vehicle. Comply with all relevant safety precautions. G Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. The radiator fan may continue to run for approximately 30 seconds or may even restart after the engine has been turned off.
Page 251: Consumption
Do not use any special lubricant additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For further information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 252: Gearshifting Malfunctions
Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System. For a listing of approved engine oils and oil filters, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Using engine oils and oil filters of specification other than those expressly...
Page 253 Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze. When checking the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked on level ground, and the coolant temperature must be below 158‡ (70†). G Warning! In order to avoid any potentially serious burns: Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or...
Page 254: Tires And Wheels
( page 401). Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire service and purchase.
Page 255: Care And Maintenance
Retreaded tires are not tested or recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous damage cannot always be recognized on retreads. The operating safety of the vehicle cannot be assured when such tires are used.
Page 256: Storing Tires
Operation Tires and wheels Replace the tire if you find any of the above conditions. Make sure you also inspect the spare tire periodically for condition and inflation. Spare tires will age and become worn over time even if never used, and thus should be inspected and replaced when necessary.
Page 257: Placard
Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advantages, such as better hydroplaning performance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified. An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation (spinning) of the tire.
Page 258: Seating Capacity
Operation Tires and wheels Tire and Loading Information G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout.
Page 259: Load Limit
Seating capacity information on the Tire and Loading Information placard Steps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.
Page 260 Operation Tires and wheels Example Combined weight Number of limit of occupants occupants and cargo from Tire (driver and and Loading passengers) Information placard 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs The higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.
Page 261 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The total allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). To assure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible weight limits (GVWR and GAWR for front and rear axle), have the loaded vehicle (including driver, passengers and all cargo and, if applicable, trailer fully loaded) weighed on a suitable...
Page 262: Important Notes On
If your vehicle is not equipped with the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure. Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the...
Page 263: Checking
Underinflated tires can cause excessive and uneven tire wear adversely affect fuel economy lead to tire failure from being overheated adversely affect handling characteristics Overinflated tires G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are more likely to...
Page 264: Regular Checks
Operation Tires and wheels If you have overfilled the tire, release tire inflation pressure by pushing the metal stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen. Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge. Install the valve cap. Repeat this procedure for each tire.
Page 265: Run Flat Indicator
applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers. Restarting the Run Flat Indicator The Run Flat Indicator must be restarted in the following situations: after you have changed the tire inflation pressure after you have replaced the wheels or tires after you have installed new wheels or tires Using the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar or, if...
Page 266 Operation Tires and wheels underinflated. There is no malfunction in the TPMS. If the telltale flashes for 60 seconds and then stays illuminated, the TPMS system itself is not operating properly. The TPMS only functions on wheels that are equipped with the proper electronic sensors. It monitors the tire inflation pressure, as selected by the driver, in all four tires.
Page 267 replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. If a condition causing the TPMS to malfunction develops, it may take up to 10 minutes for the system to signal a malfunction using the TPMS telltale flashing and illumination sequence.
Page 268: Tire Labeling
TIREFIT kit. TIREFIT kits are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For information on driving in case of pressure loss in one or more tires (emergency mode), see the “Practical Hints”...
Page 269 Manufacturer Tire ply material ( page 273) Tire size designation, load and speed rating ( page 267) Load identification ( page 269) Tire name For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration.
Page 270 Operation Tires and wheels Tire load rating G Warning! The tire load rating must always be at least half of the GAWR of your vehicle. Otherwise, tire failure may be the result which may cause an accident and/or serious injury to you or others. Always replace rims and tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part.
Page 271 394), for example when purchasing new tires. If you are uncertain about the correct reading of the information given on a tire’s sidewall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to assist you. Load identification Load identification For illustration purposes only. Actual data...
Page 272 Operation Tires and wheels In addition to tire load rating, special load identification may be molded into the tire sidewall following the letter designating the tire speed rating page 267). No specification given: absence of any text (like in above example) indicates a standard load (SL) tire.
Page 273 Maximum tire load G Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure.
Page 274 Operation Tires and wheels Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S. Government requirement designed to give drivers consistent and reliable information regarding tire performance. Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance.
Page 275: Tire And Loading Terminology
Exercise appropriate caution. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Temperature G Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 276: Cold Tire Inflation Pressure
Operation Tires and wheels Aspect ratio Dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width expressed in percentage. Another metric unit for air pressure. There are 14.5038 pounds per square inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar. Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Page 277: Inflation Pressure
Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire. Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the vehicle is designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms (150 lb). Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at their designated seating positions.
Page 278: Rotation
The wheels could come loose if they are not tightened to a torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle’s rims. Tire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around.
Page 279: Snow Chains
Have the spare wheel replaced by regular road wheel with a winter tire at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Always use winter tires at temperatures below 45‡ (7†) and whenever wintry road conditions prevail. Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance.
Page 280: Winter Driving Instructions
The tires or the vehicle could be damaged as a result. Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes-Benz. Any authorized Mercedes- Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location.
Page 281: Driving Instructions
Have all maintenance work performed at the intervals specified in the Maintenance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance system. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips and in mountainous areas.
Page 282: Brakes
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Continuous or hard braking G Warning! Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads.
Page 283 If such tests are necessary, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Operation Driving instructions ®...
Page 284: Hydroplaning
Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Hydroplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, hydroplaning may occur, even at low speeds and with new tires.
Page 285: Electrical Connections
Electrical connections The vehicle is prewired to accept the seven- wire harness included in the Mercedes-Benz approved trailer hitch receiver kit. A four-pole conversion plug is available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as a spare part.
Page 286: Coupling A Trailer
GAWR are indicated on the certification label located on the driver’s door B-pillar page 255). Mercedes-Benz recommend loading the trailer in such a manner that it has a TW between 8 % and 10 % of the GTW. Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming the vehicle, plus driver.
Page 287: Towing
Set the vehicle level to highway page 167). Vehicles with AIRMATIC: Set the ADS to AUTO or COMF page 166). Turn off the engine ( page 134). Close all doors and the tailgate. Attach the trailer. Plug in all electrical connectors. Vehicles with AIRMATIC: When you are towing a trailer, the vehicle level always remains in the highway setting.
Page 288: Decoupling
Operation Driving instructions Do not attempt to straighten out the tow vehicle and trailer by increasing the speed. If the transmission shifts between gears on inclines repeatedly, shift to a lower gear range manually ( page 140). Select 4, 3, 2 or 1.
Page 289: Abroad
Driving abroad If you plan to drive the vehicle outside the U.S. or Canada, you should request dealer network information for your destination from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Control and operation of radio transmitter Safety notes G Warning! Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle safely.
Page 290: Maintenance
These systems will function properly only when maintained strictly according to factory specifications. Any adjustments on the engine should, therefore, be carried out only by qualified Mercedes-Benz Center authorized technicians. Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. Moreover, the specified service...
Page 291: Maintenance Service Indicator
Maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator message will notify you when the next maintenance service is due. Starting approximately 1 month before the next maintenance service is due, one of the following messages will appear in the multifunction display while you are driving or when you switch on the ignition (example service A): Service A In XXXX Miles (km)
Page 292 In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, you can have the maintenance service indicator reset. The automotive maintenance facility carrying out the maintenance service will find the...
Page 293: Vehicle Care
We have selected vehicle-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology. You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved vehicle-care...
Page 294: Cleaning
Operation Vehicle care products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the vehicle-care products recommended here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 295 Only use a soft, wet cloth or sponge to clean the vehicle. Only use a mild vehicle wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of water. Do not spray directly towards the ventilation intake.
Page 296 1. Be careful not to apply wax to camera lens when waxing the vehicle. If necessary, remove the wax using the Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water. Do not clean the camera and the area...
Page 297: Windows, Cleaning
Otherwise you may scratch or damage the protective layer. Light alloy wheels If possible, clean wheels once a week. Use Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, a soft bristle brush and a strong spray of water for cleaning the light alloy wheels. Only use acid-free cleaning materials.
Page 298: Cleaning
Drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry. When applying Mercedes-Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care products, take care not to spray them on the brake disks. Plastic and rubber parts...
Page 299: Cleaning
G Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent deployment of the front side impact air...
Page 301: Practical Hints
Vehicle equipment ... 300 Where will I find ...? ... 300 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ... 305 What to do if … ... 340 Unlocking/locking manually ... 353 Resetting activated head restraints 354 Replacing SmartKey batteries ... 355 Replacing bulbs ...
Page 302: Vehicle Equipment
Practical hints Where will I find ...? Vehicle equipment This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual.
Page 303 Cargo compartment floor, lowered Floor handle Push in floor handle as indicated by arrow. Lift cargo compartment floor using floor handle 2. Securing hook Release securing hook (located below the floor handle) from holder. Securing hook Cargo compartment floor, raised Upper cargo compartment lip Practical hints Where will I find ...?
Page 304 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Vehicles without spare wheel Towing eye bolt Alignment bolt Wheel wrench Reversible ratchet for jack Fuse chart Jack Collapsible wheel chock Vehicles with spare wheel Wheel wrench Electric air pump Mounting direction indicator Fuse chart Alignment bolt Collapsible wheel chock...
Page 305: Jack
For information on where to place wheel chocks when changing a wheel, see “Lifting the vehicle” ( page 366). Jack G Warning! Only use the jack supplied with your vehicle to lift the vehicle briefly for wheel changes. If you use the jack for any other purpose, you or others could be injured, as the jack is designed only for the purpose of changing a wheel.
Page 306 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Retaining screw Spare wheel Storage well casing Remove retaining screw by turning it counterclockwise. If retaining screw does not come loose, turn storage well casing slightly counterclockwise. Retaining screw should then come loose easily. Turn storage well casing approximately 180°.
Page 307: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display
Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair the condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury. G Warning! No messages will be displayed if either the instrument cluster or the multifunction display is inoperative.
Page 308: Text Messages
Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display systems. Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Text messages Safety systems Display messages ABS, ESP Inoperative See Operator’s...
Page 309 Mercedes- Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Page 310 Have the alternator and the battery checked. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. As soon as the brakes have cooled off, the 4-ETS switches on again. The message in the multifunction display ®...
Page 311: Messages In The Multifunction
All other occupant safety systems, such as the air bags, are still available. Practical hints Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 312: Air Bags
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator’s Manual Possible cause/consequence USA only: The front passenger front air bag is activated while driving even though a child, small individual, or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front passenger seat, or the front passenger seat is empty.
Page 313 Display messages Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Possible cause/consequence Practical hints Possible solution Monitor the 59 indicator lamp in the center console ( page 54) and the multifunction display in the instrument cluster ( page 30) for the following: With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on, the 59 indicator lamp in the...
Page 314 Possible cause/consequence Possible solution OCS, the 59 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 315 Display messages Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator’s Manual Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Possible cause/consequence USA only: The front passenger front air bag is deactivated while driving even though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat.
Page 316 Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution With the seat unoccupied and the ignition switched on, the 59 indicator lamp in the center console should illuminate and remain illuminated, indicating that the OCS page 51) has deactivated the front passenger front air bag.
Page 317: Cruise Control
For example, you have attempted to set a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h). Practical hints Possible solution soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Possible solution Have cruise control checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 318 D, drive to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the automatic transmission is set to position neutral position N, reverse gear R or park position Do not drive. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance.
Page 319 P or neutral position N. Make sure the brake pedal is depressed. Possible solution Make sure the correct tire inflation pressure is set for each tire. Then restart the Run Flat Indicator page 262). Have the Run Flat Indicator checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 320: Tpms
Have the TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the appropriate wheel sensors installed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. As soon as the causes of the malfunction have been removed, the TPMS becomes active again automatically after a few minutes driving.
Page 321: Symbol Messages
G Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire. G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
Page 322: Brake Fluid
Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Release the parking brake. Risk of accident! Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 323: Tele Aid
In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury.
Page 324: Display
Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). If the message does not disappear from the multifunction display: Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 325: Doors
Display messages Compressor Cooling Down Vehicle Display messages Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Possible cause/consequence You have selected a higher vehicle level. Due to frequent level changes within a short period, the compressor must cool down first. When the message Compressor Cooling Down appears in the multifunction display, driving is still possible.
Page 326: Smartkey
Take the SmartKey out of the vehicle. Take the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle. Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Find the SmartKey that belongs to the vehicle to operate the vehicle. Replace the batteries (...
Page 327 Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle. Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch if necessary. Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Connect the telephone to the COMAND system ® via Bluetooth...
Page 328: Washer Fluid
Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Do not drive without sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling system. The engine will overheat causing major engine damage.
Page 329 You could otherwise damage the engine. Observe the coolant temperature in the multifunction display. If the temperature rises again: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. During severe operation conditions and stop- and-go city traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248‡ (120†).
Page 330 Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248‡ (120†). Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 331 If it is intact: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Observe the coolant temperature in the multifunction display.
Page 332: Alternator
Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is intact: Drive to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness.
Page 333: Engine Oil
For information on approved engine oils contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Practical hints Possible solution Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 334: Air Filter
Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the air filter checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the water drained at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. ® Have the AdBlue tank refilled as soon as possible ( page 375).
Page 335: Reverse Lamp
375). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ® containers AdBlue ) or have the AdBlue tank filled at an authorized Mercedes-Benz ® Center. After AdBlue was refilled, the engine can be started again. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 336: High-Mounted Brake Lamp
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 356). Halogen headlamp: Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 358). Bi-Xenon headlamp: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 337: Rear
Switch off the headlamps using the exterior lamp switch ( page 115). Halogen headlamp: Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 356). Bi-Xenon headlamp: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 356).
Page 338: Lamps
Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Switch Off Lights Tail Lamp Left Tail Lamp Right Cornering Lamp Left Cornering Lamp Right Trailer Brake Lamp Trailer Tail Lamp Left Trailer Tail Lamp Right Possible cause/consequence You have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch, opened the driver’s door and left the headlamps on or removed the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO from the...
Page 339: Trailer Turn Signal Lamps
Practical hints Possible solution Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 356). Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 358). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 340 Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Tires Display messages Tire pressure(s) Please Correct Tire Pressure Caution: Tire Defect Tire Pressure Check Tires G Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You may lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up and possibly a fire.
Page 341 Practical hints Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes etc.
Page 342: What To Do If
Practical hints What to do if … What to do if … Lamps in instrument cluster Notes If any of the following lamps in the instrument cluster fails to come on during the bulb self- check when switching on the ignition, have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary.
Page 343: Indicator Lamp
Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display ( page 305). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. When the voltage is above the required value again, the ABS is operational again and the ABS indicator lamp should go out.
Page 344: Warning Lamp
Suggested solutions Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. ®...
Page 345: Seat Belt Telltale
G Warning! Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately if the brake warning lamp stays on. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be seriously burned.
Page 346 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence < The red seat belt telltale You and/or your front passenger comes on while the vehicle have forgotten to fasten your seat is standing still and the belts. engine is running or during There are items placed on the driving.
Page 347 In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury.
Page 348: Warning Lamp
® If the ESP cannot be switched back on: Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Read and Observe additional messages that may appear in the ® is not operational due multifunction display.
Page 349 Vehicle Problem Possible cause/consequence The yellow fuel tank reserve The fuel level has gone below the warning lamp in the fuel reserve mark. gauge comes on while driving. Suggested solutions Refuel at the next gas station. Practical hints What to do if …...
Page 350 If it is not closed properly: Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After refueling, start, turn off and restart the engine three or four times in succession.
Page 351 Read and observe messages in the multifunction display page 305). Have the TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied, the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after a few minutes of driving.
Page 352 Suggested solutions child seat is Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety...
Page 353 Check installation of the child seat ( If the front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out: Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not use the BabySmart front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 354 If the indicator lamp remains out, have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 355: Key, Mechanical
Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, unlock the driver’s door using the mechanical key. Unlocking the vehicle with the mechanical key and opening the driver’s door will trigger the anti-theft alarm system.
Page 356: Resetting Activated Head Restraints
G Warning! For safety reasons, have the active head restraints checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end collision. G Warning! When pushing back the head restraint cushion, make sure your fingers do not become caught between the head restraint cushion and the cover.
Page 357: Replacing Batteries
When inserting the batteries, make sure they are clean and free of lint. When replacing batteries, always replace both batteries. The required replacement batteries are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replacement batteries: Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent. Remove the mechanical key from the SmartKey ( page 353).
Page 358: Replacing Bulbs
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. G Warning! Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot. Allow the lamp to cool down before changing a bulb.
Page 359: Halogen
Vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlamps: Low beam and high beam use the same D2S-35 W lamp. Do not replace the Bi-Xenon bulbs yourself. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Bulbs Practical hints...
Page 360: Brake Lamps
Your hands should be dry and free of oil and grease. If the newly installed bulb does not come on, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced at an authorized Mercedes-...
Page 361: High-Beam Headlamps
G Warning! Do not remove the cover for the Bi-Xenon headlamp. Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp and its components. It is recommended to have such work done by a qualified technician.
Page 362 Front fog lamp bulb If not done carefully and properly, damage to the bumper can result. It is recommended to have this work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Front fog lamp or corner-illuminating front fog lamp Cover Screws Remove screws 3.
Page 363 Bulb socket for front fog lamp bulb Turn bulb socket with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket 5. Gently press the new bulb into the bulb socket 5. Place bulb socket back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages.
Page 364: License Plate Lamps
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs Example illustration rear lamp passenger side Tail lamp, side marker lamp, brake lamp, parking and standing lamp bulb socket Rear turn signal lamp bulb socket Rear fog lamp bulb socket (driver’s side only) Backup lamp bulb socket Depending on which bulb needs to be replaced, turn the respective bulb socket counterclockwise.
Page 365: Replacing Wiper Blades
Do not allow a wiper arm to contact the windshield glass or the rear window without a wiper blade inserted. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have this work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch.
Page 366 Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Wiper arm Wiper blade Fold wiper arm away from the rear window until it engages. Turn wiper blade as far as it will go. Hold wiper arm and disengage wiper blade by carefully sliding it in direction of arrow.
Page 367: Flat Tire
Insert wiper blade into wiper arm 1. Hold wiper arm and engage wiper blade by pushing it in direction of arrow until it locks into place. Check whether the wiper blade is securely fastened. Fold the wiper arm to rest on the rear window.
Page 368: Mounting The Spare Wheel
G Warning! When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle. Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket.
Page 369 vehicle with the jack. Do not disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised. Make sure that the ground on which the vehicle is standing and where you place the jack is solid, level and not slippery. If necessary, use a large underlay. On slippery surfaces, such as tiled floors, you should use a non-slip underlay, for example a rubber mat.
Page 370 Practical hints Flat tire Changing wheel on passenger side (example illustration) Place the wheel chock and another sizeable object in behind both wheels on the side opposite to the side on which the wheel is to be changed. Wheel wrench On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approximately one full turn with wrench 1).
Page 371: Removing
Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts. Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tightened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
Page 372 Practical hints Flat tire Wheel bolt for 18" and 19" light alloy wheels Wheel bolt for spare wheel (located in cargo compartment with spare wheel) Wheel bolts must be used when mounting the spare wheel with collapsible tire. The use of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts for the spare wheel with collapsible tire will damage the vehicle’s...
Page 373 Version 1 Flap Air pump switch Electrical plug Air hose with pressure gauge and vent screw Union nut Version 2 Air pump switch Electrical plug Pressure gauge Union nut Deflate button Version 1 only: Open flap on electric air pump. Version 1 only: Pull out electrical plug and air hose with pressure gauge 4.
Page 374: Lowering The Vehicle
Practical hints Flat tire Press I on electric air pump switch 2. The electric air pump switches on and inflates the collapsible tire. Inflate the collapsible tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified for your vehicle ( page 396). This should take approximately 5 minutes.
Page 375: Moextended System
Attach ratchet to vehicle jack so that the word DOWN can be seen. Lower the vehicle until the vehicle is resting fully on its own weight: Turn ratchet in direction DOWN. Remove the jack. Wheel bolts 1 – 5 Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly, following the diagonal sequence illustrated to 5), until all bolts are tight.
Page 376: Bleeding The Fuel System (Diesel Engine Only)
After driving in emergency mode, you must have the rims inspected by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to check if they are suitable for further use. The failed tire must be replaced in any case.
Page 377: Refilling
40 seconds or until the engine runs surge-free. If the engine still does not start, do not make any further attempts to start the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance ( page 234). When the malfunction indicator lamp...
Page 378 If ® AdBlue reaches the diesel fuel tank, the engine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® For more information on AdBlue , see page 405).
Page 379 ® container of AdBlue Place first aid kit back under cargo compartment floor. Lower cargo compartment floor. Close the tailgate. ® Have the AdBlue level checked and, if necessary, filled completely afterward at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 380: Battery
When replacing a battery, always use a battery approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about steps you need to observe.
Page 381: Charging
As with any other battery, have the battery disconnect at a qualified workshop or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time to prevent battery discharge. You may also connect an...
Page 382: Jump Starting
Practical hints Jump starting Have batteries charged at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you charge the batteries yourself, follow the operating instructions for your charging device. Only use a battery charge unit with a maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V.
Page 383 Only jump start from batteries with the same voltage rating (12 V). Jump starting with a more powerful battery could damage the vehicle’s electrical system, which will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.
Page 384: Towing The Vehicle
Do not tow with one axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground.
Page 385: Towing Eye Bolt
Installing towing eye bolt Depending on whether you are towing a vehicle or you are being towed, the towing eye bolt can be screwed into threaded holes which are located behind covers on each bumper. The towing eye bolt is supplied with the vehicle tool kit, located in the cargo compartment underneath the cargo compartment floor (...
Page 386: Stranded Vehicle
Practical hints Towing the vehicle Removing towing eye bolt Loosen towing eye bolt counterclockwise with wheel wrench. Unscrew towing eye bolt 1. Reinstalling cover: Engage cover page 383) at top and press at bottom. Store the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle tool kit.
Page 387: Fuses
(recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. In case of a blown fuse contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center.
Page 388: Fuse Box
Practical hints Fuses Fuse box in passenger compartment Do not use sharp objects such as a screwdriver to open the fuse box cover in the dashboard. You could damage the fuse box cover or the dashboard. The fuse box is located behind a cover in the dashboard on the front passenger side.
Page 389: Emergency Engine Shutdown
Opening: Open the cargo compartment. Lift the cargo compartment cover page 300). Secure cargo compartment cover with securing hook ( page 301). Fold cover to the left as indicated by the arrow. Closing: Install cover in reverse order. Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described ( page 134), you may use the...
Page 391: Technical Data
Technical data Vehicle equipment ... 390 Parts service ... 390 Warranty coverage ... 390 Identification labels ... 391 Engine ... 393 Rims and tires ... 394 Electrical system ... 397 Main dimensions ... 398 Weights ... 399 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc..400...
Page 392: Vehicle Equipment
Applicable to vehicles with gasoline engine only. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a stock of Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts required for maintenance and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts distribution centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
Page 393: Certification Label
Loss of Service and Warranty Information booklet Should you lose your Service and Warranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you. Identification labels Certification label (on driver’s door B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can...
Page 394: Information Label
Technical data Identification labels Data shown on certification label are for illustration purposes only. These data are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration. Refer to certification label on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle. Passenger-side second-row seat Carpet Move passenger-side second-row seat...
Page 395: Maximum Engine Speed
Firing order Poly-V-belt The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. R 320 BlueTEC (251.125) Diesel 4-stroke engine 3.27 in (83.00 mm)
Page 396: Moextended Tires
ABS or the ® . Tires specially developed for your vehicle and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz can be identified by finding the following on the tire’s sidewall: MO = Mercedes-Benz Original equipment tires...
Page 397 Same size tires Model R 350 Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 18 H2 AMG rims (light alloy) — Wheel offset 2.64 in (67 mm) 255/55 R18 105H M+S All-season tires 22,24 255/55 R18 105H Winter tires M+S. Radial-ply tires Must be used in conjunction with Tire Pressure Monitoring System (U.S.
Page 398: Spare Wheel
Technical data Rims and tires Spare wheel Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim.
Page 399: Electrical System
Electrical system Model Alternator Starter motor Battery Spark plugs Type Electrode gap Tightening torque R 320 BlueTEC 14 V / 220 A 12 V / 2.0 kW 12 V / 95 Ah — — — Technical data Electrical system R 350 14 V / 180 A 12 V / 1.4 kW 12 V / 70 Ah...
Page 400: Main Dimensions
Technical data Main dimensions Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width, exterior rear view mirrors folded out Overall vehicle height Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear Ground clearance Turning circle Data apply to unladen vehicle with standard equipment. Data may vary in vehicles equipped with AIRMATIC depending on the selected damping settings and the current vehicle level.
Page 401: Weights
Weights Model Roof load All models max. 220 lb (100 kg) Technical data Weights...
Page 402: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. Model Engine with oil filter R 320 BlueTEC R 350 Automatic transmission All models Front axle All models...
Page 403: Adblue ® Tank
Model Brake system All models Cooling system All models Fuel tank, All models including a reserve of ® R 320 BlueTEC AdBlue tank Air conditioning system All models Washer system and headlamp All models cleaning system Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point.
Page 404: Lubricant
Please follow Maintenance System recommendations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to do so will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Mercedes-Benz recommends MOBIL OIL. Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number.
Page 405: Requirements
Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz is recommended. Any authorized Mercedes- Benz Center will provide you with additional information. Premium unleaded gasoline (gasoline...
Page 406: Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. B5 Biodiesel Mercedes-Benz approves the use of B5 biodiesel (standard diesel with a maximum of up to 5% biodiesel content) in all Common Rail Injection (CDI) and BlueTEC diesel engines.
Page 407 Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending additional fuel additives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not covered by the Mercedes- Benz Limited Warranty or by any pre-owned or Extended Limited warranties.
Page 408: Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
The replacement interval published in the Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze solution or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level.
Page 409: Mixing Ratio
Model Cooling system All models Washer system and headlamp cleaning system G Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do not spill washer solvent/ antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit”...
Page 411 Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and Genuine Mercedes- Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 412 É2515840882#ËÍ 2515840882 Order no. 6515 1823 13 Part no. 251 584 08 82 Edition A 2009...

This manual is also suitable for:

2009 r320 bluetec 2009 r350R-class 2009R350 2009R320 2009

Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class Operator's Manual

Table of Contents

Safety and Security

Controls in Detail

Operation

Quick Links

Chapters

Related Manuals for Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class

Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class