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Page 1 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Operator’s Manual 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 1 Version: 2.11.8.1...
Page 2 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Symbols Trademarks: ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc. DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. Dolby and MLP are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ® PRE-SAFE is a registered trademarks of Daimler.
Page 3 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 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 will provide years of service.
Page 4 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 2 Version: 2.11.8.1...
Page 5 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index ... 4 Introduction ... 20 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 3 Version: 2.11.8.1 Contents At a glance ... 25 Safety and security ... 35 Control systems ... 67 Controls in detail ... 251 Operation ... 365 Practical hints ...
Page 6 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index 1, 2, 3 ... 4-ETS see ETS/4-ETS 4MATIC see All-wheel drive (4MATIC) 911 emergency call ... 137 ABC (Active Body Control) ... 319 Messages in the multifunction display ... 419 ABS (Antilock Brake System) ... 57 Indicator lamp ...
Page 7 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Armrest, front Storage compartment ... 349 Storage tray/telephone compartment ... 349 Armrest, rear Storage compartment ... 349 Ashtray ... 352 Aspect ratio (tires) ... 393 Assistance menu ... 212 Audio Aux ... 172 Audio menu ... 207 Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ...
Page 8 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 23 California retail buyers and lessees, important notice for ... 21 Calls (phone) ... 135, 211 Can holders see Cup holders Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ... 490 Carpets, cleaning ... 409 CD player ...
Page 9 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Audio ... 207 Navi ... 206 Service ... 214 Settings ... 214 Telephone ... 211 Trip ... 204 Coolant Anticorrosion/antifreeze ... 495 Capacities ... 491 Checking level ... 372 Messages in the multifunction display ... 442 Temperature gauge ...
Page 10 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index Driving Abroad ... 401 Hydroplaning ... 400 Instructions ... 285, 397 In winter ... 396 Problems ... 288 Safety systems ... 56 Systems ... 301 Through standing water ... 400 With DISTRONIC PLUS ... 313 Driving and parking Safety notes ...
Page 11 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Engine oil Adding ... 371 Additives ... 493 Checking level ... 369 Consumption ... 369 Messages in the multifunction display ... 444 Oil dipstick ... 369 Recommended engine oils and oil filter ... 492 ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ... 59 ETS/4-ETS ...
Page 12 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index Gearshift pattern ... 291 Shifting procedure ... 293 Transmission position indicator ... 294 Transmission positions ... 294 Generator see Alternator Global locking/unlocking see Key, SmartKey Glove box ... 348 ® Gracenote Media Database ... 171 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Vehicle Weight...
Page 13 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Interior storage spaces see Storage compartments Intermittent wiping ... 281 Rain sensor ... 281 ® iPod (media interface) ... 183 ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type) see Children in the vehicle Jack ... 413 Jump starting ... 471 Key, Mechanical Loss of ...
Page 14 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index Lighting ... 274 Daytime running lamp mode ... 276 Exterior ... 275 Interior ... 279 Limp-home mode ... 299 Load index (tires) ... 389, 394 Loading see Vehicle loading Locking the vehicle KEYLESS-GO ... 253 Manually ...
Page 15 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Light sensor ... 448 Low-beam lamps ... 448 Night View Assist ... 438 Park Assist ... 422 Parking lamps ... 447 ® PRE-SAFE ... 416 Radar sensors ... 424 Reserve fuel ... 445 Reverse lamp ... 446 Side marker lamps ...
Page 16 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index Paintwork, cleaning ... 404 Paintwork code ... 481 Panic alarm ... 55 Parcel nets ... 348 Park Assist ... 324 Cleaning system sensors ... 406 Collision warning ... 327 Messages in the multifunction display ... 422 Range ...
Page 17 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Rear seat head restraints see Head restraints Rear side window Override switch ... 55 Rear view camera ... 332 Cleaning the camera lens ... 407 Rear window defroster ... 344 Recommended tire inflation pressure ... 374, 394 Refrigerant, air conditioning ...
Page 18 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ... 255 Selective setting (SmartKey) ... 253 Time ... 79 Trunk opening-height restriction ... 193 Voice Control System ... 80 Shelf below rear window, cleaning .. 409 Shortcut buttons ... 69 Side impact air bags ...
Page 19 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tele Aid ... 353 Automatic Maintenance Call ... 359 Emergency calls ... 354 Information button ... 357 Initiating an emergency call manually ... 355 Messages in the multifunction display ... 436 Remote door lock ... 359 Remote door unlock ...
Page 20 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index Treadwear indicators ... 386, 395 Vehicle maximum load on ... 395 Wear pattern ... 388 Winter tires ... 395, 486 Tire speed rating ... 390, 395 Top tether see Children in the vehicle Total load limit ... 395 Towing Towing eye bolt ...
Page 21 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Vehicle specification CL 550 4MATIC ... 483 CL 600 ... 483 CL 63 AMG ... 484 CL 65 AMG ... 485 Vehicle status message memory ... 214 Vehicle tool kit ... 412 Vehicle washing see Vehicle care Vehicle weights see Vehicle specification Video ...
Page 22: Introduction
Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about operating particular 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 23 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 (1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in Canada) at...
Page 24: Operating Safety
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to: In the USA: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive...
Page 25: Customer Relations Department
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 26 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Introduction This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. Daimler may access the information and share it with others for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee...
Page 27 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 25 Version: 2.11.8.1 Exterior view ... 26 Cockpit ... 27 Instrument cluster ... 29 Control systems ... 31 Center console ... 33 Overhead control panel ... 34 Driver’s door control panel ... 34...
Page 28 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Exterior view 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 Trunk: Locking and unlocking...
Page 29: Cockpit
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Cockpit Function Combination switch: Turn signals Wipers High beam Cruise control lever: Cruise control DISTRONIC PLUS Horn Multifunction steering wheel Instrument cluster Steering wheel gearshift control Gear selector lever Control panel with: Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Vehicle level control switch 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 27...
Page 30 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Cockpit Function Steering wheel adjustment stalk Heated steering wheel Electronic parking brake Door control panel Hood lock release 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 28 Version: 2.11.8.1 Page Function On-board diagnostics (OBD) socket Night View Assist Exterior lamp switch Page...
Page 31: Indicator Lamp
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster Function Coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge with: Fuel tank reserve warning lamp K High-beam headlamp indicator lamp ! Antilock Brake System (ABS) indicator lamp 6 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp Parktronic/Park Assist warning indicator for left front area Multifunction display with:...
Page 32 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster Function å ESC OFF warning lamp j Parking space indicator lamp Parktronic/Park Assist warning indicator for right front area Transmission position/ range indicator Tachometer with: ; Engine malfunction indicator lamp 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 30 Version: 2.11.8.1 Page Function...
Page 33 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Control systems Function Press button % briefly to cancel Voice Control System, back, confirm messages. Press and hold button % to select the standard display. Press button = or ; to select menus. Press button : or 9 briefly: to select function or scroll through lists...
Page 34 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Control systems Function Press button W or X: to set the volume to operate the RACETIMER Press button ?: to activate Voice Control System to accept a call Instrument cluster illumination Swiveling COMAND display COMAND display illumination COMAND display Clock...
Page 35 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Center console Function Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent Air distribution and air volume, driver’s side (automatic mode) Temperature control, driver’s side Manual fan speed adjustment, driver’s side Front defroster...
Page 36: Door Control Panel
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driver’s door control panel Overhead control panel Function Eyeglasses compartment Left reading lamp on/off Rear interior lighting on/off Front interior lighting on/ Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch SOS button (Tele Aid system) Automatic interior lighting control Right reading lamp on/off Interior rear view mirror Garage door opener...
Page 37 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 35 Version: 2.11.8.1 Vehicle equipment ... 36 Occupant safety ... 36 Panic alarm ... 55 Driving safety systems ... 56 Anti-theft systems ... 65...
Page 38: Occupant Safety
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 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.
Page 39: Air Bags
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 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. The SRS...
Page 40 Operator’s Manual. Warning! Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in a rear seat. There is a possibility for a side impact air bag- related injury if occupants, especially children, are not properly seated or restrained...
Page 41: Safety Guidelines
SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the air bag unit or ETD, our safety instructions must be followed.
Page 42: Side Impact
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Occupant safety Front air bags Observe Safety notes, see page 37. Driver’s front air bag : and front passenger front air bag ; are designed to provide increased protection for the driver and front passenger against the risk of injuries to the head and thorax.
Page 43: Window Curtain
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. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.
Page 44 If your seat, including the trim cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. Both the driver and the front passenger...
Page 45 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, If the 42 indicator lamp is not illuminated, the front passenger front air bag is activated and will be deployed in the event of certain frontal impacts if impact exceeds a preset deployment threshold independently of the side impact air bags If the front passenger front air bag is deployed, the rate of inflation will be influenced by...
Page 46 OCS. The front passenger front air bag will be deactivated in this case. Have the system checked by qualified technicians as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 47: Self-Test
Warning! If the 42 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”...
Page 48: Proper Use Of
Also, the seat belt anchoring points must be checked. 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 49: Fastening The Seat Belts
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, around a person and another person or other objects at the same time. Seat belts should not be worn twisted. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the seat belt to distribute impact forces. The twisted seat belt against your body could cause injuries.
Page 50: Seat Belt Force Limiter
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 51: Pre-Safe
For your safety, when disposing of the pyrotechnic ETDs always follow our safety instructions. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Automatic comfort-fit feature seat belt An automatic comfort-fit feature for the front seats reduces the retracting force of the seat belts when they are in normal use.
Page 52 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Occupant safety If the seat belts do not release: Adjust the seat backrest to the rear until the seat belt tension is reduced. The locking mechanism releases. ! When adjusting the seat backrests, make sure there are no items behind the seats. Otherwise, you could damage the seats and/or the items.
Page 53: Infant And Child Restraint Systems
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, The seat backrest must be in a position that is as nearly upright as possible. Adjust the seat cushion so that the front edge of the seat cushion lightly supports your legs. Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level.
Page 54 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Occupant safety To deactivate the special seat belt retractor: Release the seat belt buckle and let the seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can then again be used in the usual manner. To deactivate the special seat belt retractor for the front passenger seat, the front passenger seat must be in the most backward position.
Page 55: Top Tether
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, recommend that you always place a child in a rear-facing child restraint in a backseat. If you must install a rear-facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so, make sure the 42 indicator lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated.
Page 56 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Occupant safety Guide top tether strap ? between the head restraint and top of the seat backrest. The head restraint must be positioned such that top tether strap ? can pass freely between the head restraint and top of the seat backrest.
Page 57: Override Switch
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Fold upholstery blend = upward to access anchors ;. Turn installation device ? to a vertical position so that upholstery blend = does not fold down. Install a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 58: Safety Systems
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving safety systems 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 59: Bas Plus
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Observe Safety notes, see page 56. Warning! Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness. The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking.
Page 60 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving safety systems sensor system for vehicles from outside of Canada. When you switch off the radar system, the following functions are deactivated: BAS PLUS ® PRE-SAFE Brake ( page 62) DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 304) Park Assist ( page 324) Blind Spot Assist (...
Page 61: Adaptive Brake
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, BAS PLUS uses radar signals that are not reflected well by narrow objects and absorptive materials. For this reason BAS PLUS will not react to persons, animals, and approaching traffic or cross-traffic. BAS PLUS may not detect narrow vehicles driving in front of you, such as motorcycles and vehicles driving offset from your vehicle center.
Page 62: Ets/4-Ets
Active braking action through the ESC may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Vehicles without 4MATIC: Because the ESC operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off...
Page 63 ESC switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching off the ESC (CL 63 AMG only) Warning! The ESC should not be switched off during normal driving.
Page 64: Pre-Safe ® Brake
! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESC switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Switching on the ESC Switch on the ESC via the control system page 212).
Page 65 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Always pay attention to traffic conditions ® even while the PRE-SAFE Brake is switched on. Otherwise, you may not be able to recognize dangerous situations until it is too late and could cause an accident resulting in personal or fatal injury to you or others.
Page 66 After a hard collision or damage to the front of the vehicle from an accident, have the settings and operation of the radar sensors checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. When traveling in Canada in a vehicle not registered in Canada, you must switch off the...
Page 67: 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 68 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Anti-theft systems Unless you open a door or the trunk within approximately 40 seconds after unlocking the vehicle: The vehicle will be locked again. The anti-theft alarm system will be rearmed. Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm, do one of the following: Insert the SmartKey into the starter switch.
Page 69: Table Of Contents
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Vehicle equipment ... 68 COMAND introduction ... 68 COMAND system settings ... 79 COMAND navigation (introduction) ... 83 COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) ... 93 COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) ... 111 COMAND navigation system (route guidance) ...
Page 70: Comand
Such conditions might seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. We recommend to have any service work on electronic components carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident, the driver should enter system...
Page 71: Components
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND components COMAND can be used to operate: Audio functions Navigation system Telephone External audio and video sources Video DVD Various vehicle settings COMAND consists of the following: COMAND shortcut buttons COMAND display Telephone keypad COMAND controller Built-in USB socket to connect USB storage devices...
Page 72: Telephone Keypad
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND introduction The currently selected main function is highlighted. Once you have selected a main function, main area = is active. The layout of the menus may vary depending on your vehicle’s equipment. This manual shows the menus for a fully equipped vehicle.
Page 73: Controller
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, select a scene/chapter from a video DVD page 177) select a street in the navigation entry page 102) COMAND controller Use the COMAND controller to select menu functions shown on the COMAND display. Operating COMAND controller You can operate the COMAND controller as follows: press briefly or press and hold...
Page 74: Operating
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND introduction Symbol How to use the COMAND controller Slide to move through horizontal menus to exit vertical menus Slide and hold for fast forward or reverse for audio CD or audio DVD playback to move through a navigation Slide and hold to move through a navigation USB socket...
Page 75 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Example: The main function Video contains the menus DVD-Video, AUX and the function Video Off. Navi Audio Mode FM/AM Radio Map Orientation Sat. Radio POI Symbols On Map Disc Traffic Symbols on Memory Card Text Information on Music Register Media Interface ªTopographical...
Page 76 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND introduction Calling up the main menu Example illustration: Audio main menu You can call up the main menu of a main function in the following manner: Moving to the main function line: Slide Selecting a main function: Slide rotate cVd.
Page 77 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Selecting characters Slide or rotate cVd. Confirming selection: Press W. Deleting individual characters Select F in the bottom line and press W once for each character you wish to delete Deleting entire words or numbers Select F in the bottom line.
Page 78 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND introduction Switching to the next higher menu: Press back button % briefly. COMAND switches to the next higher menu level within the currently active operating mode. Switching to the main menu: Press and hold back button %. COMAND switches to the main menu of the currently active operating mode.
Page 79 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Selecting sound settings You can select different bass and treble settings for the individual audio and video sources. The respective sound menu can be found via the submenu for which you wish to make settings. Example: Audio Q FM/AM Radio Q Sound Adjusting treble or bass Select Sound Q Treble or Bass.
Page 80 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND introduction necessary to adapt the audio format page 172). ® By selecting Logic7 OFF, all compatible formats are played back as they are present on the medium. Due to the design of the passenger compartment, an optimum audio experience cannot be guaranteed for all passengers.
Page 81: Comand System Settings
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND system settings System settings submenu overview The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( System settings can be made in the following submenus: Display Q Day Mode, Night Mode, Automatic Time Q Time, Date, Format, Time Zone Text Reader Q Speed Q Fast, Medium or Slow:...
Page 82: Voice Control System
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND system settings Change the settings in the following order: 1. Time zone 2. Daylight savings time/standard time 3. Time lag (only necessary in exceptional cases) Setting the time zone and switching between daylight savings time and standard time Setting time zone: Select Vehicle Q System Q Time Q Time Zone.
Page 83: Language
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Individualization consists of two parts. You train the system to recognize digits in the first part and specific commands in the second part. Starting new individualization The vehicle must be stationary to start individualization. After starting the session, acoustic instructions will guide you through the individualization.
Page 84: Upload/Download Of Data
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND system settings You can switch the massage function for the driver’s seat on or off. Front Passenger Seat Massage page 199) You can switch the massage function for the passenger seat on or off. Driver and Front Passenger Seat Massage ( page 199)
Page 85: Comand Navigation (Introduction)
The six-digit activation code is available at any authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center in case you have lost your activation code or when the COMAND system does not accept the activation code you have received.
Page 86 Confirming message: Press W. The DVD is ejected. Remove the DVD from the slot. Have the system software updated at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The system software must be updated before you can install the map software. Map software compatible with...
Page 87 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Select Yes or No. When you select Yes, the current map data will be overwritten. When you select No, the DVD will be ejected automatically and the installation process is cancelled. Remove the DVD from the slot. Map data not installed yet The versions of the map software on the DVD and of the installed map software appear in...
Page 88 Wait until the vehicle interior has cooled. Start the installation of the map software once more. If these measures do not solve the problem: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. General notes Operational readiness of the navigation system following a system software...
Page 89: Input Restrictions
The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 87 Version: 2.11.8.1 COMAND navigation (introduction) If the message appears again, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Units of measurement The units of measurement in navigation mode are identical to those set in the instrument cluster ( page 215).
Page 90 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation (introduction) Info Traffic Route (only with route guidance active) Informati Calling up Displaying on about real-time detour the active traffic function route messages Displaying guidance alternative route Displaying symbol information Displaying route information Calling up the map display and switching to navigation mode In the main function line, select Navi.
Page 91 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Example illustration: Map with route guidance inactive and with the menu system hidden (full screen map display) Current vehicle position Map orientation ( page 90) Map scale ( page 89) Hiding or showing the menu system Hiding: Slide ZV.
Page 92 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation (introduction) Cross hair Details of the cross hair position Map scale Display ; may be the name of a road or a road icon, for example, provided the digital map contains the necessary data. If no data is available, display ;...
Page 93: Points Of Interest (Poi)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Bird’s-eye View: Map display : is oriented in the direction into which you are heading; the orange tip of the symbol points to the North. 3-D Map: Certain buildings in selected cities are displayed in detail as a 3-D (three- dimensional) model.
Page 94 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation (introduction) Calling up menu: Select Navi Q Text Information on Map. The list of available text information appears. The dot # indicates the currently selected setting. Exiting menu: Slide XVY. Time of arrival and distance Select Arrival Time/Distance.
Page 95: Entering A Destination
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Select Navi. Check the check box for menu item City (3D). Setting route type You can set the following route types: Fast Route: COMAND calculates a route with minimized driving time. Dynamic Route: COMAND calculates a route with minimized driving time and takes into account traffic messages received...
Page 96 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) It is possible to enter a destination regardless of whether route guidance is active or not. The following destination entry options are available: By address From the destination memory From a list of last destinations From a point on the map A stopover...
Page 97 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) List of states with predictive speller Top list entry based on the input data up to that point Characters entered by the user Characters automatically added by the system Clear last character entry Currently selectable characters Currently non-selectable characters...
Page 98 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Selecting a state: Slide ZVÆ cVd. Canceling selection: Select Back by sliding XV and press W. Press back button % in the center console ( page 75). Confirming selection: Press W. The address input menu appears again.
Page 99 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) You can only enter those zip codes/postal codes which are saved on the digital map. The available zip codes/postal codes depend on the state (USA) or province (Canada) currently entered. In the address input menu, select Zip Code.
Page 100 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) List of zip codes/postal codes without predictive speller Selecting a zip code/postal code: Slide or rotate cVd. ZVÆ Canceling selection: Select Back and press W. Press back button % in the center console ( page 75).
Page 101 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) List of cities with predictive speller Top list entry based on the input data up to that point Characters entered by the user Characters automatically added by the system Predictive speller Currently non-selectable characters Currently selectable character...
Page 102 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Selecting a city: Slide ZVÆ cVd. Canceling selection: Select Back and press W. Press back button % in the center console ( page 75). Confirming selection: Press W. Cities with symbol : are available more than once within the selected state (USA) or province (Canada).
Page 103: Comand Navigation System (Entering A Destination)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering a street It is not possible to enter a street if you have already entered a city center. You can only enter streets which are available on the digital map. If you have not entered a city before entering the street, only those streets within the state (USA) or province (Canada)
Page 104 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Switching manually to the street list without predictive speller: Slide ZV. Select ¬ in the second line from the bottom and press W. Street list without predictive speller Symbol for more selection options Selecting a street: Slide cVd.
Page 105 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) uncommon street name. COMAND will then search for cities in which a street with that name exists. Select or enter a state (USA) ( province (Canada) ( page 96). Select or enter the street name.
Page 106 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) List of city centers without predictive speller Selecting a city center: Slide rotate cVd. Canceling selection: Select Back and press W. Press back button % in the center console ( page 75).
Page 107 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Selecting numbers: Slide cVd. Confirming number selection: Press W. Entering a number with the telephone keypad using buttons Å - Ã page 70). Deleting individual numbers: Select F in the bottom line and press W. Deleting an entire entry: Select F in the bottom line and press W and hold until the entire entry is deleted.
Page 108 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Currently selectable character List of intersections Currently selected character In predictive speller ?, you can only select currently selectable characters. Which characters are included depends on the sequence in which you have entered your destination and the digital map.
Page 109 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Map: Using the map to enter a destination page 109) In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on the city seen in the address input menu. POI: Entering a point of interest page 111) In this case, entering a POI is based on the...
Page 110 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) In predictive speller :, you can only select currently selectable characters. Which characters are included depends on the sequence in which you have entered your destination and the content of the destination memory.
Page 111: Entering A Stopover
Starting route calculation: Select Start, see also ( page 107). Entering a stopover When route guidance is active, you can enter a stopover. Stopovers can be predefined destinations from the following predefined categories: Mercedes-Benz Service Center Hospital Gas Station Parking Lot or aVb.
Page 112 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Restaurant Other With the option Other you can enter stopover destinations from the destination memory, last selected destinations, POIs, or via the address ( page 110). You can enter stopover destinations on the route or in the vicinity of the route.
Page 113: Comand Navigation System (Point Of Interest Entry)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Select Navi Q Destination Q Stopover Q Change Stopover. Enter another destination as a stopover. Deleting the stopover If a stopover has already been entered, you can delete it. Select Navi Q Destination Q Stopover Q Delete Stopover.
Page 114 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) With the menu system displayed page 89), select Destination Q From POIs Q Destination area. The list of POIs appears. The available POIs in the vicinity of destination are displayed. Entering a POI by name With this function you can enter or select POIs by the name of the POI.
Page 115 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Choosing a main category Example illustration: Main category list for POIs in the surrounding area Main category Symbol for available POIs or other available subcategories Selecting a main category: Slide rotate cVd.
Page 116 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Compass heading to the destination Linear distance to the destination Selected destination Compass : and linear distance ; are not displayed with all search methods. Displays : and ; are static; they do not change while you are driving.
Page 117 The nearest POI is highlighted in the map and indicated in the map header. 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 115 Version: 2.11.8.1 Example illustration: Mercedes-Benz Center is highlighted Selecting map view: Select Map. Exiting: Select Back. Switching to a different POI: Select Previous or Next.
Page 118: Guidance)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Symbol : indicates POIs for which additional information is available. Select a POI and press W. Example illustration: Hotel with additional information available Open late (hours vary by section) No credit cards accepted Closed on Sundays Key aspects Ratings...
Page 119 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Examples of displays and announcements for a driving maneuver Driving maneuvers have three phases: Preparation phase Announcement phase Maneuver phase Preparation phase COMAND prepares you for the upcoming driving maneuver. Based on the example display below, the driving maneuver is announced with the Prepare to turn left message.
Page 120: Lane Recommendation
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Graphical representation of the distance to the next driving maneuver Information about distance to the next driving maneuver Lane recommendations COMAND can display lane recommendations for upcoming driving maneuvers when driving on selected multilane streets.
Page 121 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Day mode Night mode Recommended Recommended lane E = deep blue lane E = light blue Possible lane D = Possible lane D = light blue deep blue Lane not Lane not recommended C: = recommended C: = grey grey...
Page 122 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (route guidance) If the destination is within a partially digitized area COMAND guides you through fully digitized areas for as long as possible. Route guidance is conducted in the usual manner, e.g. with navigation announcements and route guidance displays.
Page 123 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Off-road and off-map Route guidance to an off-road destination Warning! The COMAND navigation system may direct you to off-road routes that your vehicle may not be capable of traversing through without damaging your tires, wheels or vehicle. It is the driver’s sole responsibility to determine the suitability of the route.
Page 124 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) The Off Road message and an arrow showing the compass heading to the destination appear on the display. As soon as the system can allocate the vehicle position to the map again, route guidance continues in the usual way.
Page 125: Comand Navigation System (During Route Guidance)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Displaying info Select Info in map view with the menu system displayed ( page 89). The route information appears. Example illustration: Display with main destination and stopover Distance/estimated time of arrival/ estimated journey time to the stopover destination Stopover destination P...
Page 126: Compass
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Current position (city and state/province) Next intersection or exit ahead Previous intersection or exit Current street Current position Select Navi Q Position Q Where am Compass You can have the current cardinal direction into which the front of the vehicle points displayed.
Page 127: Alternative Route
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Blocked route section Current vehicle position; the triangle indicates the vehicle’s direction of travel Information about the blocked route section Blocked route section : is always highlighted in red/white. The information about blocked route section = shows which section of the route is blocked and the length of the blocked section.
Page 128 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) Display settings You can select what kind of traffic information is displayed on the map. Select Navi Q Traffic Symbols on Displaying traffic incidents: Select Incidents. Road sections for which traffic incidents are reported are indicated by yellow symbols and arrows.
Page 129: Comand Navigation System (Real-Time Traffic)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Symbol Description Green Free-flowing line with traffic arrows Yellow Incidents line with arrows Warning (red) Incident (yellow) Traffic jam on route (stop-and- Traffic jam on route Blocked section on route Traffic jam (stop-and- (yellow car) 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 127 Version: 2.11.8.1 COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic)
Page 130 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) Symbol Description Traffic notifications in map display Traffic Traffic jam Traffic congestion, average speed (red car) 5 – 20 mph (8 – 32 km/h). Could appear repeatedly to indicate length of traffic congestion. XXXX Blocked Road impassable.
Page 131 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, List when route guidance is active Submenu with route guidance active Displaying a list with traffic messages on the current route: Select Display Messages on Route. Displaying a list with all traffic messages: Select Display All Messages.
Page 132 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Back to list: Select Back. Displaying previous or next traffic message: Select Previous or Next. Displaying details for selected traffic message: Select Details. Switching to map view: Select Map. COMAND navigation system (destination memory) My address The destination memory always contains...
Page 133: Comand Navigation System (Destination Memory)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Enter the address. Proceed as described for destination entry in the “Entering a destination by address” section page 94). Select Save after entering the address. Your address is saved. Using the address book entry as your own address If you want to assign your own address for the first time: Select Assign...
Page 134: Destination Memory
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Destination memory list without predictive speller In the destination memory list without predictive speller, the My Address entry is automatically highlighted. Press W. If your own address has already been assigned, you will see the menu for starting route guidance with your own address data.
Page 135: Last Destinations
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Saving a destination from the list of last destinations Select Navi Q Destination Q From Last Destinations. The list of last destinations appears. Select desired destination. The address of the destination is displayed. Select Save.
Page 136: Comand Navigation System
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND navigation system (last destinations) Example illustration: Destination memory list without predictive speller Example illustration: Destination memory list with predictive speller : Select desired destination. Proceed as described for destination entry in the “Entering a destination from the destination memory”...
Page 137: Comand Telephone
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Deleting one of the last destinations Select Navi Q Destination Q From Last Destinations. The list of last destinations appears. Select desired destination. The address of the destination appears. Select Delete. Select Yes or No. COMAND telephone Safety notes Warning!
Page 138: Functional Restrictions
Reception of electronic business cards (vCards For further information on suitable mobile phones and connecting Bluetooth enabled mobile phones to COMAND visit www.mbusa-mobile.com call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (in the USA) call Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
Page 139: Emergency Call
“911” provider. It does not initiate a Tele Aid call. The following describes how to dial a “911” emergency call using the COMAND head unit when a Mercedes-Benz specified mobile phone is connected via the Bluetooth interface to COMAND. Unless otherwise specified, the descriptions refer to the COMAND head unit.
Page 140: Bluetooth ® Interface
-compatible mobile phone is required for telephony via the COMAND using ® the Bluetooth interface. For further information on suitable mobile phones and connecting Bluetooth enabled mobile phones to COMAND visit www.mbusa-mobile.com call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at ® ®...
Page 141 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (in the USA) call Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) The battery of the mobile phone should always be charged sufficiently to avoid malfunctions. You should check the following on your mobile phone (see your mobile phone operating instructions) to prepare for telephony via the Bluetooth Hands-Free Profile (HFP)
Page 142 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND telephone ® Example illustration: Bluetooth Currently connected # and authorized L mobile phone Mobile phone already authorized but not within range (L appears in grey) New recognized mobile phone within range, not authorized yet ®...
Page 143: External Authorization
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, External authorization Certain security settings in your mobile phone may prevent COMAND from finding your mobile phone. In this case, you might want to check if your mobile phone can recognize the COMAND. The Bluetooth device name of COMAND is MB Bluetooth.
Page 144 You can therefore optimize these settings. For information on best settings for your mobile phone visit www.mbusa-mobile.com call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (in the USA) call Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) Visible when supported by the mobile phone.
Page 145: Making Calls
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Changing the volume: Slide press W. Making calls Observe Safety notes, see page 135. Incoming call Rejecting: Select Reject. Press button ~ on the multifunction steering wheel or on the telephone keypad in the center console. Answering: Select Accept.
Page 146: Functions During A Single Party Call
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND telephone Deleting entire number: Press and hold $ on the telephone keypad in the center console until the number is deleted. Select r via the telephone menu and press and hold W until the number is deleted.
Page 147: Call Waiting, Call Holding, And Conference
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Select DTMF from the telephone menu during a call. Sending single digits via the predictive speller Sending a phone book entry as a string Sending single digits: Select the desired digit via predictive speller :. Each selected digit will be sent immediately.
Page 148: Address Book
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND telephone Calling an additional party You can call another party during an active call. The active call is put on hold. Select NEW from the telephone menu and press W. Press button 6 on the telephone keypad in the center console.
Page 149 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, be accessed when the respective mobile phone is connected to COMAND via the ® Bluetooth interface. Importing contacts manually Contacts that were imported manually can always be accessed. Contacts that were imported automatically can only be accessed when the respective mobile phone is connected to COMAND via the ®...
Page 150 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND telephone ¯ Memory card entry G Entry containing multiple phone numbers Two-row predictive speller B Changing predictive speller language p Changing character set F Deleting selection ¬ Confirming selection % Back Selecting contacts from list Phone book: Select Name.
Page 151 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Cursor Data field Two-row predictive speller B Selecting language p Changing character set */E Selecting upper or lower case % Back F Deleting selection ¬ Confirming selection Preset category Enter data into the data fields. Entering data into data field: Select the respective characters in predictive speller Moving the cursor: Select the respective...
Page 152: Call Lists
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND telephone Via address book Select Data/Connections. Open Address Book. Select contact ( page 147). Press W. Rotate and press W. Select Options Q Call. Starting route guidance to an entry You can use this function once you have saved a destination to the destination memory ( page 107).
Page 153 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed. The respective list appears. Example illustration: List of numbers you have dialed Close list Phone number and name if available Options, for example saving Selecting entry: Slide ZVÆ. Dialing number: Press button 6. Incoming calls that you have missed or rejected are indicated by a symbol in front of the name or number.
Page 154: Fm/Am Radio
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND FM/AM radio Data fields for first name, last name, and company Number category Phone category The data field for the phone number is filled-out automatically. Two-row predictive speller Proceed as described in section “Creating/ editing contacts”...
Page 155 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Radio Presets (except (except Weather Band) Weather Band) Save Station Autostore Frequency Entry Preset station list Show Station Info ª¥Radio Switching to radio mode Select Audio Q FM/AM Radio. Press shortcut button R ( once or twice. The radio display appears once you have switched to radio mode.
Page 156: Hd Radio
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND FM/AM radio Preset options Radio options Station name display ? is available for the AM/FM wave band and can only be seen when it is switched on ( and if the station transmits a name. HD Radio™...
Page 157: Comand Fm/Am Radio
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, system searches upward or downward and stops at the next receivable station/ channel. Press and hold button 9 or : on the multifunction steering wheel Selecting stations using station presets This function is not available for Weather Band.
Page 158 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND FM/AM radio Select channel by rotating and press W. ZVÆ Saving stations Twenty stations can be saved in each wave band except for Weather Band. You have the following options: Saving stations manually Saving stations using the autostore function Saving stations manually Option 1...
Page 159: Comand Satellite Radio
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Switching the station name display on/ off: Select Audio Q FM/AM Radio Q FM Q Radio Q Show Station Info. The station name display : is switched on or off, depending on the previous setting. When the station name display : is switched on, a checkmark appears in front of the Show Station Info menu item.
Page 160 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND satellite radio Introduction to satellite radio A subscription to SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio service provider is required for the satellite radio operation described in this section. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle.
Page 161 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, It is also possible to activate the satellite radio service online. To do so please visit SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio’s website at www.sirius.com (USA) or www.siriuscanada.ca (Canada). Closing screen: Press W. Preview channel If the satellite radio service has not been activated, only the preview channel is available.
Page 162 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND satellite radio Satellite radio channels are split up into categories such as News, Sports, Rock, or Country, if available. Select Audio Q Sat. Radio Q Category. The category list appears. Select category by rotating and press W.
Page 163 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tuning in channels using manual channel number entry If you try to tune in a channel when the satellite radio service is not activated, you will see the screen described in the section “Satellite radio service is not activated” page 158).
Page 164: Comand Audio Cd/Audio Dvd/Mp3
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Selecting a preset position: Slide rotate cVd. Saving a channel to a selected preset position If you have called up the channel preset screen using option 1: Press W briefly. In options 2 and 3: Press and hold W until you hear a signal.
Page 165 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, reasons, all maintenance work must be carried out by qualified technicians. Warning! Only carry out the following when the vehicle is stationary: Inserting a disc/device Ejecting a disc/device There is a risk of accident by being distracted from road and traffic conditions if you load a disc/device while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 166 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 You must observe the following when assigning track names: Track names must have at least one character. Track names must have the extension “mp3” or “wma”. There must be a period between the track name and the extension.
Page 167: Inserting/Ejecting Cds And Dvds
Attempting to play discs with a diameter of 8 cm or playing such discs with an adapter may cause damage COMAND. Such damages are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use round discs with a diameter of 12 cm. Notes about handling CDs/DVDs Only hold discs by the edge.
Page 168 SD cards with over 32 GB of storage capacity are not recommended. Due to the number of SD cards available today, Mercedes-Benz cannot ensure that playback from every SD card is possible.
Page 169 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Loading SD card: Push the SD card into slot :. The side with the bevel must point to the right. When the SD card contains MP3 tracks, COMAND will start playback automatically. Removing SD card: Briefly push on SD card in slot : and release it.
Page 170 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 CD, DVD-A, II/¯/M (audio DVD mode only) ªShow Track Information (MP3 mode only) Switching to audio CD, audio DVD or MP3 mode Load CD/DVD ( page 165) or SD card page 166). Connect a USB device to the USB socket in the glove box.
Page 171 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Example display in audio DVD mode Disc type Track name Disc number Disc name (only when saved on the disc) Elapsed track time Elapsed track time and track number (graphical display) Sound settings Current playback option Medium selection Track search Stop function...
Page 172 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Selecting CD/DVD/MP3 media Select Audio Q Media. The media list appears. The dot # indicates the currently selected medium. Select a medium. Enter a media number with the telephone keypad using buttons ´ - Å page 70).
Page 173: Gracenote ® Media Database
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Source Target Total track length of source files Track selection Starting copy process Name of source CD and target storage name Back without copying Medium position in media list Selecting audio data: Select Track Select.. The track list appears.
Page 174: Audio Aux
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Audio AUX and video AUX When the audio disc does not contain text information, COMAND can recognize unknown audio tracks using the Gracenote Media Database. The respective information must be stored in the Gracenote Database and the function Gracenote Media Database in the CD submenu must be activated.
Page 175: Audio Aux And Video Aux
Proper function of the device could be impaired due to excessive temperatures, for example when exposing to direct sunlight or when the outside temperature is extremely low. Mercedes-Benz does not assume liability for damage to external devices. Warning! Operating an external audio source while the vehicle is in motion will distract you.
Page 176: Video Dvd
DVD or the DVD box. The factory setting of COMAND is regional code 1. This setting can only be changed five times at most by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will allow you to playback video DVDs with other regional codes, as long as they comply with the NTSC or PAL TV standard.
Page 177 Attempting to play discs with a diameter of 8 cm or playing such discs with an adapter may cause damage COMAND. Such damages are not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use round discs with a diameter of 12 cm. Notes about handling DVDs For notes about handling DVDs, see page 165).
Page 178 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND video DVD number of times you have to press the shortcut button depends on the previously set mode. Showing/hiding the DVD control menu Showing the menu: Slide ZVÆ. Hiding the menu: Slide ZVÆ. Wait for approximately 8 seconds. Control menu Disc type Current track...
Page 179: Comand Video Dvd
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Continuing playback: Select M. Play is continued from the point at which it was stopped. Stopping playback: Select ¯ again while playback is stopped. Select ¯ twice in quick succession during playback. Resuming playback: Select M. Playback starts again from the beginning.
Page 180 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND video DVD Select DVD-V. The DVD-V menu appears. The dot # in front of a menu item - 16:9 Optimized, 4:3 or Widescreen indicates the current format. Changing the format: Slide cVd, until you reach the desired setting. Saving the format: Press W.
Page 181 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Select a menu item of your choice from the DVD menu. Select the menu item Go up in the selection menu. Depending on the DVD, the menu item Go up or the back button % may only be available in certain DVD menus.
Page 182: Music Register
! Keep your original music files in a safe place. A fault with the COMAND may cause the music files stored in the Music Register to be lost. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is not liable for any loss of data. Media...
Page 183 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Media type Music Register Track number Track name Elapsed track time Elapsed track time (graphical display) Current playback option (no display in “Normal Track Sequence”) Sound settings Medium selection Current folder Search functions Medium position in media list Calling up Music Register menu Copying audio data into the Music Register...
Page 184 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Music Register Starting copy process Copies from memory card Copies to Music Register Memory requirements, “Calling up memory information” ( Starting copy process Name of source medium and target storage name Back without copying Medium position in media list Select Start.
Page 185: Media Interface
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Select MUSIC REGISTER Q Rename/ Delete Files. Press W when the main area is highlighted. The contents of the current folder are displayed. Back Song title Current folder Back to previous folder: Select symbol The previous folder appears. Renaming folders and tracks Select Rename/Delete Files.
Page 186 Connections Always store the devices in a safe place. Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz connector cables. Suitable connector cables are located in the vehicle or can be purchased at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 187 COMAND does not support the connected device the power consumption of the connected device is too high the media interface is malfunctioning Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if required. Notes on operating a device via the AUX socket Warning! Due to the different volumes of the external audio sources, system messages of the vehicle may be much louder.
Page 188 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Media Interface From another main function Press shortcut button R. COMAND activates the last selected disc mode. When media interface operation was selected before, it is now activated. Select MediaQ Media Interface. The media list appears. The dot # indicates the currently played medium.
Page 189 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, track, provided it has been played for longer that 8 seconds. When the track has been played for less than 8 seconds, you will skip to the track before the current one. When you select an option other than Normal Track Sequence, the track is chosen at random.
Page 190 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Media Interface The menu option Music is not available yet while the device is being activated. Example illustration: Category list Device symbol and name or selected category Available categories Selecting category/playlist/folder: Slide or rotate ZVÆ The content of the selected category or folder appears.
Page 191 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, USB storage device This function is available for alphabetically ordered directories. The function is not available within playlists for example. Within a folder, press the respective button on the telephone keypad once or more to enter the first character of the desired artist name.
Page 192: Easy-Entry/Exit Feature
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND vehicle menu Approach 1: Selecting vehicle functions via the main area of the COMAND display Menu item Vehicle Main area Select menu item Vehicle :. Main area ; is active. You can select the individual vehicle functions by sliding or rotating cVd.
Page 193: Comand Vehicle Menu
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, To stop seat/steering wheel movement, do one of the following: Press seat adjustment switch. Move steering wheel adjustment stalk. Press one of the memory position buttons or the memory button M. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 194: Automatic Mirror Folding
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND vehicle menu Delayed Shut-off: Slide and press W. A menu appears. The dot # indicates the currently selected setting. Selecting setting: Slide ZVÆ and press W. The dot # indicates the currently selected setting. The exterior lamp switch must be in position c ( page 275) before turning...
Page 195: Automatic Locking
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Parking lamps Front fog lamps Door entry lamps in the mirror The locator lighting switches off when the driver’s door is opened. If you do not open a door after unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey, the lamps will switch off automatically after approximately 40 seconds.
Page 196: Comand Automatic Climate Control
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND automatic climate control COMAND automatic climate control Introduction The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( Warning! Follow the recommended settings for heating and cooling given on the following pages and pages in the “Controls in detail”...
Page 197 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Changing temperature: Slide rotate cVd. Exiting menu: Press W, back button % in the center console ( slide XVY. The setting is saved. Adjusting air distribution Observe Safety notes, see page 339. You can adjust the air distribution separately for the driver’s and front passenger side.
Page 198 The compressor has turned off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Selecting Mono mode Mono is used to adjust the climate zones for the entire vehicle at the same time. When the Mono function is switched on and you change the climate on the driver’s side, these...
Page 199 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Select climate control settings Q Central climate control menu. Selecting Mono: Slide ZVÆ cVd. Confirming selection: Press W. A checkmark appears when the function has been selected. Exiting menu: Press back button % in the center console ( page 69) or slide XVY.
Page 200 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND seats Changing air flow: Slide cVd. Confirming selection: Press W. COMAND seats Operating seats via COMAND Observe Safety notes, see page 264. The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( The following seat adjustments can be made via COMAND: Settings...
Page 201: Drive-Dynamic Multicontour Seats
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, To support the spine, you can adjust the curvature of the front seat backrests. Press button T. The main area of the COMAND display is active. A scale appears. Scale Cursor Current seat Current setting Select seat ( page 198).
Page 202 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, COMAND seats Slide or rotate ZVÆ setting is reached. Saving setting: Press W. Adjusting seat backrest sides This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the seat backrest sides. Select seat ( page 198). Selecting Seatback Sides: Slide rotate cVd.
Page 203: Vehicle Settings
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, bolsters. This function improves driving comfort and pleasure. Select seat ( page 198). Selecting Dynamic Seat: Slide rotate cVd. Confirming selection: Press W. A scale appears. You can choose between: 0: off 1: level 1 (Less lateral support and slow air pressure build-up in the air chambers of the seat backrest side bolsters.) 2: level 2 (Strong lateral support and fast...
Page 204: Multifunction Steering Wheel
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster control system The control system relays information to the multifunction display. Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel.
Page 205: Multifunction Display
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, wheel will alter what appears in the multifunction display. The information available in the multifunction display is arranged in menus and accompanying functions. For example, in the Settings menu, you will find functions for making settings to your vehicle. There are functions for calling up information and for making settings to your vehicle.
Page 206: Trip
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster control system Function Trip menu ( page 204) Navi menu ( page 206) Audio menu ( page 207) menu ( page 208) Telephone menu ( page 211) Assistance menu ( Service menu ( page 214) Settings menu ( page 214)
Page 207 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Fuel consumption statistics since last reset Press button = or ; to select the Trip menu. Press button : or 9 to select From Reset. Distance driven since last reset Time elapsed since last reset Average speed since last reset Average fuel consumption since last reset Resetting values...
Page 208: Navi
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster control system Navi menu The display in the Navi menu depends on whether route guidance is active or not. Press button = or ; to select the Navi menu. Route guidance not active The multifunction display shows the direction of travel and the name of the street you are currently driving on, if known by the...
Page 209: Operation
Additional optional satellite radio equipment and a subscription to a satellite radio service provider are required for satellite radio operation. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. For more information on satellite radio operation, see “Satellite radio”...
Page 210 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster control system Example illustration for FM radio Station frequency Wave band setting Selecting next or previous stored station: Press button : or 9 briefly to select a stored station. Selecting next or previous station in wave band: Press and hold button : or 9 to select a station.
Page 211: R Racetimer
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, The engine oil temperature will be shown in blue if the engine oil temperature has not yet reached 176‡ (80†). During this time, avoid driving at full engine speed. If the engine reaches the overspeed range in the manual shift program, you will see up next to gear indicator : as a reminder to upshift.
Page 212 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster control system Gear indicator RACETIMER Best lap time Resetting current lap Press button W while the timer is running. The timer stops. Press button X. The lap time is reset to “0”. Deleting all laps It is not possible to delete a single saved lap.
Page 213: Menu
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Lap number Lap time Maximum speed during lap Lap length Average speed during lap Press button : or 9 to see other lap analyses. Telephone menu Warning! A driver’s attention to the road must always be his/her primary focus when driving.
Page 214: Assistance Menu
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster control system Ending a call or rejecting an incoming call Press button ~. Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you may select and dial a number from the phone book at any time.
Page 215: Activating/Deactivating
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid. The ESC cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed. For more Information, see ( Start the engine. Press button = or ; to select the DriveAssist menu.
Page 216: Service
2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 214 Version: 2.11.8.1 the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages. Press button = or ; to select the Service menu. If conditions have occurred causing status...
Page 217: Selecting Speedometer Display Mode
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Switching daytime running lamp mode on or off (USA only) Press button = or ; to select the Settings menu. Press button : or 9 to select the Day Running Lamps function. Press button a. Press button a again if you would like to change the current status.
Page 218 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Instrument cluster control system The additional speedometer ( will be shown in the other unit. Switching the radar sensors on or off If your vehicle is equipped with DISTRONIC PLUS, BAS PLUS, or Park Assist it is equipped with a radar sensor system which you can switch on and off.
Page 219: Voice Control System Introduction
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System introduction Safety notes Warning! Only use the Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so. Otherwise you could be involved in an accident in which you or others could be injured.
Page 220 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System introduction You can use the Voice Control System to call up all of COMAND’s main menu items. The commands can be spoken without pausing between the individual words. If an unavailable or incorrect command is used, the Voice Control System will prompt you for a new command by asking “Please repeat”...
Page 221: Navigation
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, This does not apply when entering voice names or during the individualization process. Press any COMAND button. Setting volume level Activate the Voice Control System. Speak a command, for example “Help”. Press button W or X. The volume is increased or decreased during voice output.
Page 222 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System navigation Navigation operation You can use the Voice Control System to enter a country, state or province enter a city enter a district or a center enter a street enter an intersection enter a house number enter a zip code find address...
Page 223: Enter Destination
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Sample dialog: \ Enter state. ^ Please say the name of the state. \ New York. ^ New York accepted. “Enter destination” Use the command “Enter destination” to enter a complete destination address. The system guides you completely through the dialog to route guidance.
Page 224 Select POIs in your vicinity With following commands you can select POIs in your vicinity: “Next gas station” “Next parking lot” “Next Mercedes-Benz service center” “Next restaurant” “Next hospital” Sample dialog: \ Next gas station. _ The system shows a numbered list of gas stations on the COMAND display.
Page 225 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Speak the command “Navigate (to)” and the first and last name in any order. This applies to other functions of address book entries also. Sample dialog: \ Navigate to John Smith. If more than one address exists for this voice name, the Voice Control System will prompt you: ^ Navigate to home or work?
Page 226 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System navigation system asks with which entry it is to start. ^ Say the name from which the list should start to read. \ John Smith. Starting with this name, the system reads all address book entries that include an address.
Page 227: Telephone
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, “Enter intersection”, “Enter crossing” Use the command “Enter intersection” or “Enter crossing” to enter an intersection. Sample dialog: \ Enter intersection. ^ Please say the name of the first street. \ Forest Drive. ^ Forest Drive accepted. ^ Please say the name of the intersecting street.
Page 228 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System telephone “Telephone” Use the command “Telephone” to activate the telephone main menu. Use this command if you want the digits you are entering to appear on the COMAND display. “Help telephone” The Voice Control System features a comprehensive help function.
Page 229 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, “Delete” Using the command “Delete” will erase all digits entered. The system then prompts you to start your input again. Sample dialog: \ Dial number. ^ Please say the number. \ One two three four five six seven. ^ One two three four five six seven.
Page 230 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System telephone ^ Which number do you want to dial: Home or work? \ Work. ^ Smith work. Dialing. “Call <entry>” (address book) Use the command “Call <entry>” to place a phone call by directly selecting a name previously stored in your address book.
Page 231: Voice Control System Address Book
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, ^ Which number do you want to dial: Home or work? \ Home. ^ Smith home. Dialing. “Dialed calls” The command “Dialed calls” displays the last called phone numbers and to call one of these phone numbers.
Page 232 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System address book have the system read the destination memory to you ( page 223) delete the address book open the address book open an entry in the address book have the system read the phone book to you ( page 228) Press button ? on the multifunction...
Page 233: Radio
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, the desired entry contains at least one phone number or one address, the Voice Control System will ask you what you would like to do. You can either dial the phone number or calculate the route to the stored address.
Page 234 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System radio The names of all received and stored stations are available for voice recognition. To improve voice recognition, you can store a voice name for a specific speaker. To select the radio or satellite radio application: Press button ? button on the multifunction steering wheel.
Page 235 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, “Save station” Using the “Save station” command you can give a voice name to the station currently selected. You can also use this command to improve voice recognition for difficult names or if you want to use a name of your own. You could, for example, save a station with the name “Favorite station ”.
Page 236: Voice Control System Cd/Dvd
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System CD/DVD changer/MP3 To select a station: Press button ?, when the system reads the desired station. Canceling the dialog: Press button %. The dialog is concluded. The system confirms “Cancel”. “Delete station” You can use the “Delete station”...
Page 237 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Operation You can use the Voice Control System to select a CD/DVD or another medium select a track select a folder in MP3 mode change the category when in media interface mode select a group in audio DVD mode select a chapter or scene when in video DVD mode Upon the command “Next/Previous CD/...
Page 238: Voice Control System External
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System external devices “Track 1” to “Track 99” Use the commands “Track 1” to “Track 99” to select a title number from a loaded medium. “Next track” Use the command “Next track” to select the next track.
Page 239: Command List
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, “Media Interface” Use the command “Media Interface” to switch to the media interface in the glove box. “USB” Use the command “USB” to switch to the USB interface in the glove box. Voice Control System command list This section contains an overview of the most important commands for Voice Control System operation.
Page 240 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System command list help voice control system help linguatronic general help 0 - 9 Letters of the alphabet continue go forward next next page go on back go back previous page last page help Radio help HD radio help Satellite radio...
Page 241: Voice Control System Command List
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, make a call I'd like to use the phone I'd like to telephone I'd like to make a call save store save number save telephone number save name store number store telephone number store name dial dial number dial phone number...
Page 242 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System command list enter destination enter address destination entry destination input address entry address input change destination change address start/begin/continue route guidance start/begin/continue navigation start/begin/continue nav start/begin/continue routing navigation/route/destination guidance cancel/exit/stop/quit/abort route guidance cancel/exit/stop/quit/abort navigation cancel/exit/stop/quit/abort nav cancel/exit/stop/quit/abort routing...
Page 243 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, enter (name of) province enter another (name of) province change (name of) province enter province name change province name enter zip code enter postal code enter post code enter (name of) town enter (name of) city enter another (name of) town enter another (name of) city change (name of) town...
Page 244 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System command list next/nearest/closest Mercedes-Benz service next/nearest/closest workshop next/nearest/closest repair shop next/nearest/closest MB service next/nearest/closest MB service point next/nearest/closest MB service center next/nearest/closest Mercedes service next/nearest/closest Mercedes service point next/nearest/closest Mercedes service center...
Page 245 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, delete name erase name delete <voice name> erase <voice name> list/read out/read aloud/play/get/ recall destination memory list/read out/read aloud/play/get/ recall navigation memory <voice name> <voice name> car <voice name> land line <voice name> mobile <voice name> home <voice name>...
Page 246 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System command list dial name dial voice name save name save <voice name> save number save telephone number store <voice name> store number store telephone number accept accept number accept telephone number accept name finished <1>...
Page 247 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, previous/preceding/last/prior station previous/preceding/last/prior channel station/channel search coming down radio info (off/on) Example: 95.5 FM ninety-five five ninety-five five megahertz ninety-five point five ninety-five point five megahertz frequency ninety-five five frequency ninety-five point five frequency ninety-five five megahertz frequency ninety-five point five megahertz Example: 540 AM...
Page 248 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System command list next/other/another/following CD next/other/another/following disc next/other/another/following medium next/other/another/following DVD (audio/video) next/other/another/following MP3 CD next/other/another/following MP3 previous/last/preceding/prior CD previous/last/preceding/prior disc previous/last/preceding/prior medium previous/last/preceding/prior DVD (audio/video) previous/last/preceding/prior MP3 CD previous/last/preceding/prior MP3 next/other/another/following track next/other/another/following song next/other/another/following MP3 (repeat/replay) previous/preceding/...
Page 249: Voice Control System Trouble
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Media interface media interface (on) UCI (on) USB interface USB interface audio auxiliary/aux (input) auxiliary/aux audio (input) video auxiliary/aux (input) auxiliary/aux video (input) Voice Control System troubleshooting Help function To support the user, the Voice Control System contains an extensive help function.
Page 250 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System troubleshooting What to do if ... Problem Possible cause/consequence The Voice You have not operated the system Control from the driver’s seat. System does recognize You have spoken unclearly, too commands. loudly or too quietly. The blower could be set to the highest setting, vents could be pointing at microphones or wind...
Page 251 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Problem Possible cause/consequence An address The voice names do not differ from book entry each other sufficiently. with voice name is not recognized. A station list The voice names of the station entry is not names do not differ from each other recognized.
Page 252: Voice Control System Individuali
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Voice Control System individualization Problem Possible cause/consequence You want to Entering part of an address has failed enter a city, after several attempts, e.g. due to street or city background noise, or you have tried center but to enter an address in Puerto Rico you have to...
Page 253 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 251 Version: 2.11.8.1 Vehicle equipment ... 252 Locking and unlocking ... 252 Starter switch positions ... 262 Seats ... 264 Multifunction steering wheel ... 270 Mirrors ... 271 Memory function ... 273 Lighting ...
Page 254: Smartkey
Version: 2.11.8.1 Use the mechanical key to lock the vehicle page 461). 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...
Page 255: Keyless-Go
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 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 256 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Locking and unlocking 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 257: Battery Check Lamp
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, The vehicle could be inadvertently unlocked if the SmartKey is within 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle and an outside door handle is splashed with water you attempt to clean an outside door handle Remember that the engine can be started by anyone with a SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle.
Page 258: Replacing
Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement. For information on replacing the SmartKey, see “Replacing the SmartKey” ( Replacing the SmartKey...
Page 259: Automatic Central Locking
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Fix whatever is affecting the window before trying to shut the door. Automatic central locking You can switch the automatic central locking on or off using the COMAND system page 193). The doors and the trunk lock automatically when the vehicle is set into motion.
Page 260: Opening
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Locking and unlocking You can open the trunk when the vehicle is stationary. A minimum height clearance of 5.9 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid. Opening the trunk from the outside Press and hold button F ( on the SmartKey until the trunk unlocks and begins to open.
Page 261: Trunk Closing
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Closing the trunk from the outside manually Lower trunk lid by pulling firmly on handle :. Close trunk with hands placed flat on trunk lid. The power closing assist automatically ensures that the trunk lid is pulled completely close ( page 261).
Page 262: Trunk Lid Emergency Release
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Locking and unlocking operated. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO Press trunk closing switch : briefly.
Page 263: Valet Locking
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Briefly press emergency release button :. The emergency release button unlocks and opens the trunk while the vehicle is standing still or in motion. Illumination of the emergency release button: The button flashes for 30 minutes after opening the trunk.
Page 264: Starter Switch Positions
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Starter switch positions Warning! Only drive with the doors closed. Otherwise, one or more of the doors could open while the vehicle is in motion, putting you and/or others at risk. Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the engine is running and while driving.
Page 265 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, then insert the SmartKey into the starter switch. The KEYLESS-GO start/stop button does not need to be removed from the starter switch when you leave the vehicle. However, always take the SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. As long as the SmartKey is in the vehicle, the vehicle’s electrical systems can be switched on or the engine can be started using the...
Page 266: Head Restraints
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Seats When you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once and the driver’s door is open, the power supply is switched off. Seats Safety notes Warning! In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle control the following must be done before the vehicle is put into motion: seat adjustment head restraint adjustment...
Page 267: Seat Adjustment
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Warning! For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level.
Page 268 If both seat backrests are locked in place and the warning message is still displayed, have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. ! The automatic seat slide is provided with a safety feature.
Page 269: Adjustment
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, against an occupant or object. The seat will slide forward and stop. Investigate and correct the cause of interruption. Now use memory button or seat adjustment switch to bring the seat into the desired position. When folding the seat backrest forward from a reclined position, and then folding it back, the seat backrest stops in a more...
Page 270: Rear Seat Head Restraints
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Seats For safety reasons, the driver’s seat will not return to its last set position if the system recognizes the last set position as an extreme forward position. Instead, the driver’s seat will remain at or move to a factory-set maximum forward position.
Page 271: Seat Heating
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Switch on the ignition. Press head restraint release switch : in the front center console briefly. The head restraints will fold backward. Placing rear seat head restraints upright When fasten a rear seat belt, the respective rear seat head restraint places upright automatically.
Page 272: Heated Steering Wheel
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Multifunction steering wheel The seat heating switches from level 2 to level 1 (low) after approximately 10 minutes. After approximately 20 minutes in level 1, the seat heating switches off automatically. Switch on the ignition. Switching on: Press respective seat heating button : repeatedly until the desired heating level is set.
Page 273: Interior Rear View Mirror
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, The steering wheel heating will not switch on, when the temperature of the vehicle interior is above 86‡ (30†). Switching off: Turn switch at the tip of stalk in direction of arrow ;. Indicator lamp = goes out. Indicator lamp = flashes or goes out in case of power surge or undervoltage or if the steering wheel heating malfunctions.
Page 274: Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirrors
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Mirrors At low ambient temperatures, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically. Auto-dimming rear view mirrors The exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on and incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in the interior rear view mirror.
Page 275: Power Folding
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Calling up the parking position Switch on the ignition. Press button =, to select the passenger- side exterior rear view mirror. Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R. The passenger-side exterior rear view mirror moves to the stored parking position.
Page 276: Bi-Xenon
If you drive in countries with left-hand driving, you must have the headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams. Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The active Bi-Xenon headlamps increase usable illumination over conventional headlamps because they follow the curvature of the road ahead.
Page 277: Automatic Headlamp Mode
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Exterior lamp switch Standing lamps, left Standing lamps, right Daytime running lamp mode Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamp mode Parking lamps (also tail lamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps and instrument panel lamps) Low-beam headlamps or high-beam headlamps Front fog lamps...
Page 278: Daytime Running Lamp Mode
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Lighting ambient lighting conditions require you to do In low ambient lighting conditions, only switch from position c to L with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location. Switching from c to L will briefly switch off the headlamps.
Page 279: Combination Switch
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, USA only You can only switch on the high-beam headlamps in low ambient lighting conditions. The high-beam flasher is available at all times. When the engine is running, and you turn the exterior lamp switch to position T or L, the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode.
Page 280: Corner-Illuminating Lamps
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Lighting High beam Turn the exterior lamp switch to position page 275). Switching on: Push the combination switch in direction of arrow :. The high-beam headlamp indicator lamp K in the instrument cluster comes on. Switching off: Pull the combination switch in direction of arrow = to its original position.
Page 281: Front
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, If you are driving faster than 25 mph (40 km/h) the corner-illuminating function is not available. Switching on Make sure the engine is running. Turn the exterior lamp switch to position L or c ( page 275).
Page 282: Emergency Lighting
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Wipers unlock the vehicle remove the SmartKey from the starter switch (Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-off must be switched on page 191)) open a door The interior lighting goes out after a short time ( page 191). If a door remains open, the interior lamps go out automatically after approximately 5 minutes.
Page 283: Rain Sensor
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, ¯ Fast continuous wiping í Single wipe/ î Wiping with washer fluid Switch on the ignition. Turn the combination switch to the desired position, depending on the intensity of the rain. When the windshield wipers are switched on and you stop the vehicle, the wipers operate more slowly.
Page 284: Operation
Ä or Å, set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Power windows Opening and closing The windows are opened and closed electrically.
Page 285: Power Windows
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Switch on the ignition. Opening/closing: Press or pull and hold switch : to ? to the resistance point. The corresponding window moves downward or upward until you release the switch. Express operation: Press or pull switch : or ;...
Page 286 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Power windows The summer opening feature can only be activated via the remote control of the SmartKey. The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the driver’s outside door handle. Aim the transmitter eye of the SmartKey at the driver’s outside door handle.
Page 287: Driving And Parking
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving and parking Safety notes Warning! Make sure absolutely no objects are obstructing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obstacles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure the pedals still have sufficient clearance.
Page 288 KEYLESS-GO function. Repeat the starting procedure. 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 charged sufficiently.
Page 289: Driving Off
Release the electronic 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...
Page 290: Accidents
Unburned gasoline may have entered the catalytic converter and damaged it. 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 291 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could release the electronic parking brake and/or shift the automatic transmission out of park position P, either of which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.
Page 292: Turning Off
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving and parking Emergency braking with electronic parking brake In an emergency situation, you can also brake your vehicle by using the electronic parking brake. While driving, press handle :. All four wheels of the vehicle will be braked for as long as you press and hold the handle for the electronic parking brake.
Page 293: Gear Selector Lever
Version: 2.11.8.1 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 catalytic converter to heat up more quickly to operating temperature.
Page 294 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Automatic transmission ! The vehicle must be stopped when you shift the automatic transmission directly between drive position D and reverse gear R directly between reverse gear R and drive position D directly into park position P Otherwise the automatic transmission could be damaged.
Page 295: Automatic Transmission
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, the vehicle through an automatic conveyor- type car wash, observe the following instructions. Warning! When leaving the SmartKey in the starter switch, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle. It is possible for children to switch on the ignition which could result in unsupervised use of vehicle equipment.
Page 296: Transmission Position Indicator
P. Have the vehicle’s electrical system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. C Reverse gear Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R only when the...
Page 297: Gear Range Indicator
! 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. 7 Drive position The automatic transmission shifts automatically. All forward gears are available.
Page 298: Automatic Shift Program
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Automatic transmission Effect = With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine. 5 Allows the use of the engine’s braking effect when driving on steep downgrades in mountainous regions under extreme operating conditions 4 For maximum use of the engine’s braking effect on very steep or...
Page 299: One-Touch Gearshifting
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Selecting program mode C means: The vehicle starts out more gentle, both forward and reverse, except when driving off with full throttle. Traction and driving stability are improved on icy roads. Upshifts occur earlier even when you give more gas.
Page 300: Manual Shift Program
Make absolutely certain that the engine speed does not reach the red marking on the tachometer. Otherwise the engine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Briefly pull right gearshift control ; page 297).
Page 301: 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 This section applies to vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (4MATIC) only.
Page 302: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Because the ESC operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or...
Page 303: Safety And Security
29) 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 the red marking.
Page 304: Cruise Control
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems Cruise control The cruise control maintains the speed you set for your vehicle automatically. The use of the cruise control is recommended for driving at a constant speed for extended periods of time. The currently set speed or last set speed (“Resume”...
Page 305: Canceling
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, The vehicle speed displayed in the speedometer can briefly vary from the speed setting for the cruise control system. Setting current speed Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed. Briefly lift the cruise control lever in direction of arrow : or press in direction of arrow ;.
Page 306: Last Stored Speed
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems Increasing: Briefly lift the cruise control lever up to the resistance point in direction of arrow :. Decreasing: Briefly press the cruise control lever down to the resistance point in direction of arrow ;. Release the cruise control lever.
Page 307: Driving Systems
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Warning! When the DISTRONIC PLUS is braking, the brake pedal is retracted (i.e. depressed automatically). The pedals’ range of motion must not be impeded by any obstacles: Do not place any objects in the footwell. Make sure that the floormats and carpets are securely in place.
Page 308 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems switched on. Otherwise, you may not be able to recognize dangerous situations until it is too late. This could cause an accident in which you and/or others could be injured. Warning! The “Resume” function should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed.
Page 309: Distronic Plus
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 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.
Page 310: Displaying The Distance Graphic
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems You must also apply the brakes yourself to avoid a collision. The DISTRONIC PLUS brakes the vehicle in an effort to restore the preset distance or to maintain the set speed. The brake pedal is automatically applied as this happens which results in the brake pedal moving Keep driver’s foot area clear at all times,...
Page 311: Lever
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Preceding vehicle, if detected Actual distance to the preceding vehicle Preset distance threshold to the preceding vehicle Your vehicle DISTRONIC PLUS lever Setting current or higher speed Setting current or lower speed Deactivating the DISTRONIC PLUS Activating the DISTRONIC PLUS or resuming to the last set speed Setting following distance...
Page 312: Driving
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems vehicle has been detected and is shown in the multifunction display. If you no longer see the preceding vehicle in the multifunction display and if it is no longer detected because it has changed lanes, for example, the DISTRONIC PLUS switches off and a signal sounds.
Page 313: Stopping
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Stopping Warning! The braking effect of the DISTRONIC PLUS is canceled and the vehicle can start to roll if the DISTRONIC PLUS is switched off using the DISTRONIC PLUS lever you accelerate the DISTRONIC PLUS system or the power supply is malfunctioning, e.g.
Page 314: Resume Function
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems You can increase or decrease the set speed in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments or in 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h) increments. When you use the DISTRONIC PLUS lever to decelerate, the brake system will brake the vehicle automatically if the engine’s braking power does not brake the vehicle sufficiently.
Page 315: Driving With
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, the radar sensors are switched off you pull the DISTRONIC PLUS lever in direction of arrow ? ( page 309) for driving off and the front passenger or a rear passenger door is open The marker for the set speed on the speedometer dial go out, an acoustic signal sounds, and the message DISTRONIC PLUS Off appears in the multifunction display for...
Page 316 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems The DISTRONIC PLUS regulates only the distance between your vehicle and those directly ahead of it. It may not register stationary objects in the road, e.g.: a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam a disabled vehicle an oncoming vehicle The driver must always be alert, observe all...
Page 317: Hill-Start Assist System
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, The DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes. There will be insufficient distance to the lane-changing vehicle. Narrow vehicles Because of their narrow profile, the vehicles traveling near the outer edges of the lane have not yet been detected by the DISTRONIC PLUS.
Page 318: Hold Function
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems HOLD function The HOLD function can assist you when driving off, especially on steep slopes when maneuvering on steep slopes when waiting in traffic The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal. Upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the braking effect is canceled and the HOLD function is deactivated.
Page 319: Airmatic
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Warning! The braking effect of the HOLD function is canceled and the vehicle can start to roll if the HOLD function is deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal the HOLD function or the power supply is malfunctioning, e.g.
Page 320: Vehicle Level Control
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems If indicator lamp ; is not lit: Press ADS switch :. Indicator lamp ; comes on. The sport driving mode with a firmer suspension tuning is selected. The message AIRMATIC SPORT appears in the multifunction display.
Page 321 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, message disappears when the vehicle is raised. Indicator lamp ; is then lit. When the vehicle is in raised level, pressing vehicle level control switch : will return the vehicle to normal level. The vehicle is lowered to the normal level automatically when the vehicle speed is above 75 mph (120 km/h)
Page 322 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running: Level Use for Normal For driving on normal roads. Raised For driving on rough roads or with snow chains page 396).
Page 323: All-Wheel Drive (4Matic)
! 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 324: Minimum Distance
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper. Example illustration, sensors in the front bumper To function properly, sensors : must be free of dirt, ice, snow and slush. Clean sensors : regularly.
Page 325: Warning Indicators
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, signal. If the obstacle is closer than the minimum distance, the actual distance may no longer be indicated by the Parktronic system. Warning indicators Visual signals indicate the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle. Front area warning indicators Rear area warning indicators Each warning indicator is divided into five...
Page 326: Park Assist
20 seconds and indicator lamp ; in 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.
Page 327: Range
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non-approved way. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. When traveling in Canada in a vehicle not registered in Canada, you must switch off the radar sensor system ( page 216).
Page 328: Warning Indicators
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems The sensors have a broad detection range. Therefore, the Park Assist may also issue warnings due to detected obstacles on the ground, for example: Sewer canal covers Rails Bumps Gutters Warnings may also be issued due to obstacles that are moving up quickly, for example rolling garage doors.
Page 329: Advanced Parking Guidance
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Once the second red distance segment illuminates, you will hear a continuous warning tone. You have reached the minimum distance. The signal is canceled when the automatic transmission is in park position P or neutral position N with the electronic parking brake engaged.
Page 330 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems initially measured when driving past. Subsequent changes to the parking space are not taken into account, e.g. if the position of the vehicle parked in front of or behind the space changes or objects in the parking space are moved.
Page 331: Detecting A Parking Space
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Parking instructions: On narrow streets, drive by the parking space as close as possible. Parking spaces that are dirty, overgrown or located in front of trailers may not be detected correctly. Snowfall or heavy rain may cause imprecise measurement of the parking space.
Page 332: Parking
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems Parking The following describes the parallel parking process on the passenger side. Parallel parking on the driver’s side is performed reversed left to right. If the Advanced Parking Guidance detects an obstacle behind the vehicle during the parking procedure, you will hear an audible warning.
Page 333 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving into the parking space Green lane : indicates the correct steering wheel position. Maintain the steering wheel position and carefully back up. Stop as soon as you hear the audible warning. The vehicle has reached the position for countersteering.
Page 334: Rear View Camera
In this case, have the position and setting of the camera checked by a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you contact a Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. Do not use the rear view camera in these situations.
Page 335: Switching On Or Off
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Camera lens : must be free of dirt, ice, snow, and slush to function properly. Clean the camera lens regularly. Being careful not to scratch or damage the camera lens, see “Cleaning the rear view camera lens” page 407).
Page 336 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems look through the windshield. You are always responsible for safety and must drive in accordance with traffic conditions. Otherwise, you could endanger yourself and others. The system may be impaired or unavailable when visibility is poor, e.g.
Page 337: Blind Spot Assist
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, buttons, you must first switch off the Night View Assist. Night View Assist image Speedometer dial Adjusting instrument cluster illumination If you change the brightness of the instrument cluster while the Night View Assist is switched on, only the brightness of the multifunction display is changed.
Page 338 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Driving systems Warning! The Blind Spot Assist is only a driving aid and may not detect all vehicles. The Blind Spot Assist may not be able to detect narrow vehicles such as motorcycles or bicycles, or it may not detect them until it is too late.
Page 339 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Warning! The Blind Spot Assist monitors certain areas in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle. Vehicles approaching and passing at speeds that exceed the speed of your vehicle significantly will not be detected. There will be no warning display and no audible warning.
Page 340: Climate Control System
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Climate control system The brightness of indicator lamps/warning lamps : is controlled automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light. Warning! The Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). The yellow indicator lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors are illuminated.
Page 341: Interior Temperature
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Function 3 Manual fan speed adjustment, driver’s side 4 Front defroster 5 Air recirculation 6 Climate control on/ 7 Residual heat/ ventilation 8 Rear window defroster 9 Manual fan speed adjustment, passenger side a Temperature control, passenger side b Air distribution and...
Page 342: Air Conditioning
Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Follow the recommended settings for heating and cooling given on the following pages and in the “COMAND automatic climate control”...
Page 343: Automatic Mode
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, The cooling function can be activated or deactivated via COMAND ( Automatic mode When operating the climate control system in automatic mode, the interior air temperature, air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically. In automatic mode, cooling with dehumidification is switched on.
Page 344: Air Distribution
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Climate control system For draft-free ventilation, move the adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position. Center air vents Cockpit air vent, fixed Right center air vent, adjustable Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable right center air vent Thumbwheel for air volume control for adjustable left center air vent...
Page 345: Air Recirculation Mode
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Front defroster You can use this setting to defrost the windshield, for example if it is iced up. You can also defog the windshield and the door windows. Keep this setting selected only until the windshield or the door windows are clear again.
Page 346: Residual Heat And Ventilation
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Rear window defroster Warning! Fogged windows impair visibility, endangering you and others. If the windows begin to fog on the inside, switching off the air recirculation mode immediately should clear interior window fogging. If interior window fogging persists, make sure the air conditioning is activated, or press button ¬.
Page 347: Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
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 348 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Power tilt/sliding sunroof sunroof until you open the driver’s or passenger door. If no door was opened you can operate the tilt/sliding sunroof for up to 5 minutes. Sunroof switch Raising Opening Closing With the sunroof closed or raised, you can slide the sunroof screen forward and back.
Page 349: Synchronizing
! If the tilt/sliding sunroof cannot be closed or synchronized, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Switch on the ignition. Press and hold the sunroof switch in...
Page 350: Parcel Nets
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Loading and storing load the vehicle accordingly with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle. Please pay attention to and comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo: Always place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.
Page 351: Storage Compartment
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Closing: Push the glove box lid upwards until it engages. You can lock the glove box, 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 352: Cup Holders
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Useful features Opening: Pull release catch : and swing the storage compartment cover upward in direction of arrow. Rear seat storage compartment Opening: Pull handle : backward in the direction of arrow. Rear storage box Fold the rear armrest down.
Page 353: Vanity Mirror
Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury. 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 354: Ashtray
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Useful features Holder, e.g. for gas cards Vanity mirror Vanity mirror cover Glare through the windshield Flip sun visor down when you experience glare. Glare through a door window Close vanity mirror cover A if opened. Disengage sun visor from mounting ;.
Page 355: Cigarette Lighter
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Cigarette lighter Observe Safety notes, see page 51. Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only. Make sure any children traveling with you do not injure themselves or start a fire with the hot cigarette lighter.
Page 356: Tele Aid
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 Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (USA only) or 1-888-923-8367 (Canada only) as soon as possible.
Page 357: Initiating An Emergency Call Manually
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, button E 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 Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (USA only) or 1-888-923-8367 (Canada only).
Page 358: Roadside Assistance Button
349). Press and hold Roadside Assistance button : for longer than 2 seconds. A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : will flash while the call is in progress.
Page 359: Information Button
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 page 349).
Page 360: Search & Send
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Useful features representative. All other calls can be terminated by pressing button ~ on the multifunction steering wheel or the respective button for ending a telephone call on the telephone keypad. Destination Download to the COMAND system The components and operating principles of the COMAND system can be found on...
Page 361: Automatic Maintenance Call
Just prior to reaching a vehicle maintenance milestone, Tele Aid transmits important vehicle maintenance information that alerts your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center of required service. This is automatic and does not require driver intervention. This feature allows your preferred Mercedes-Benz Center...
Page 362: Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Useful features Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services In the event your vehicle was stolen: Report the incident to the police. The police will issue a numbered incident report. Pass this number on to the Customer Assistance Center along with your password.
Page 363 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, transmitter buttons, do not repeat this step and begin directly with step 3. Step 3: Hold the end of hand-held remote control A of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 12 in (5 to 30 cm) away from the signal transmitter button (;, = or ?) to be programmed, while keeping indicator lamp : in view.
Page 364 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Useful features Gate operator/Canadian programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for the integrated signal transmitter to pick up the signal during programming.
Page 365: Floormats
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 (USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or the HomeLink Hotline (USA only) at 1-800-355-3515, or the Customer Service (Canada only) at 1-800-387-0100.
Page 366: Infrared Reflecting Windshield
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Useful features Move the driver’s seat or front passenger seat as far to the rear as possible. Removing: Pull floormat off of retainer pins :. Installing: Press floormat eyelets ; onto retainer pins :. Infrared reflecting windshield Infrared reflecting glass reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehicle interior through the windows.
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Page 368: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
Damage resulting from the use of non-approved fuels or fuel additives or resulting from mixing gasoline with diesel fuel is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! If you have accidentally filled the tank with incorrect or non-approved fuel, do not switch on the ignition.
Page 369: At The Gas Station
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Mercedes-Benz Center to have the fuel system drained completely. ! To prevent damage to the catalytic converters, only use premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle. Any noticeable irregularities in engine operation should be repaired promptly.
Page 370: Engine Compartment
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Engine compartment Washer system and headlamp cleaning system ( page 372) Brake fluid ( page 373) Engine compartment Hood Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow.
Page 371: 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 372 If there is excess engine oil with the engine at normal operating temperature, the following message appears in the multifunction display: Reduce Engine Oil Level Have excess oil siphoned or drained off. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 373: Technical Data
! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and emission control system not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For information on messages in the multifunction display concerning engine oil, see the “Practical hints” section page 444).
Page 374 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Engine compartment 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†).
Page 375: Retreads
When replacing rims, only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular rim type. Failure to do so can result in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident.
Page 376 Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.
Page 377: Important Notes On
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, warm tires and adjust the tire pressure only if the tire inflation pressure is too low for the current operating conditions. If you check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are warm, the reading will be higher than the cold reading.
Page 378: Tire Inflation Pressure
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels For the tire inflation pressure for spare wheels such as Minispare wheels or spare wheels with collapsible tire refer to the yellow label on the spare wheel rim the “Technical data” section of this Operator’s Manual ( page 490) the Tire and Loading Information placard on...
Page 379: Monitoring System (Advanced Tpms)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, be more prone to damage from road hazards adversely affect ride comfort increase stopping distance Checking tire inflation pressure Safety notes Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated.
Page 380 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels supplemental tire inflation pressure information on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The TPMS is not able to issue a warning due to a sudden dramatic loss of pressure (e.g. tire blowout caused by a foreign object).
Page 381 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, reduce the tire inflation pressure under such circumstances. Switch on the ignition. Press button = or ; on the multifunction steering wheel to select the Service menu ( page 214). Press button 9 or : to select Tire Press..
Page 382 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels Restarting Advanced TPMS Warning! It is the driver’s responsibility to set the tire inflation pressure to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. Underinflated tires affect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle. You might lose control over the vehicle.
Page 383: Certification Label
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Maximum tire inflation pressure Warning! Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure. Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated.
Page 384: Seating Capacity
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels 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. Tire and Loading Information placard Data shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example are for illustration purposes only.
Page 385: Capacities
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1 400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
Page 386 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels Step 1 Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passengers) Seating configuration Occupants weight Combined weight of all occupants Step 3 Available cargo/ luggage and trailer tongue weight (total...
Page 387: Direction Of Rotation, Spinning
The tongue load typically is 10% of the trailer weight and everything loaded in it. Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. Mercedes-Benz does not recommend trailer towing with your vehicle.
Page 388: Care And Maintenance
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels Tire care and maintenance Warning! Regularly check the tires for damage. Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pressure loss. As a result, you could lose control of your vehicle. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is worn to minimum tread depth, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them.
Page 389: Storing Tires
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Storing tires ! Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and fuels. Cleaning tires ! Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires.
Page 390: Rotation
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 Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 391: Tire Labeling
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Thoroughly clean the mounting face of wheels and brake disks, i.e. the inner side of the wheels/tires, during each rotation. Check for and ensure proper tire inflation pressure. For information on wheel change, see “Flat tire”...
Page 392: Tire Load Rating
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels Letter “T” preceding the size designation: Temporary spare tires which are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only. Tire width Tire width : indicates the nominal tire width in millimeters. Aspect ratio Aspect ratio ;...
Page 393: Tires And Wheels
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Index Speed rating up to 130 mph (210 km/h) up to 149 mph (240 km/h) up to 168 mph (270 km/h) up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...(..Y) above 186 mph (300 km/h) above 149 mph (240 km/h) At the tire manufacturer’s option, any tire...
Page 394 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to assist you. Load identification For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration.
Page 395: Cold Tire Inflation Pressure
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tire type code Tire type code ? may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire. Date of manufacture The date of manufacture A identifies the week and year of manufacture.
Page 396: Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Tires and wheels GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight. The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver’s door B-pillar.
Page 397: Winter Driving
Adapt your driving style accordingly. Have the spare wheel replaced by a regular road wheel with a winter tire at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 398: In Winter
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 399: 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 400: Brakes
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Continuous or hard braking Warning! Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads.
Page 401 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 399 Version: 2.11.8.1 Driving instructions covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Vehicles with 4MATIC: Because the ESC operates automatically, the engine and ignition must be shut off...
Page 402: High-Performance Brake System
! 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 403: Maintenance
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 Warning! Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle.
Page 404: Maintenance Service Indicator
Service A Exceeded by XXX days Service A Exceeded By XXX days In addition, a signal sounds when the message appears. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed maintenance service. Calling up the maintenance service...
Page 405: Vehicle Care
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 406: Power Washer
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 products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 404 Version: 2.11.8.1 Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or...
Page 407: Cleaning
2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 405 Version: 2.11.8.1 Vehicle care 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 408: Sensor Cover
For very dirty ornamental moldings of which you are sure are chrome-plated, use a chrome cleaner. If in doubt whether an ornamental molding is chrome-plated, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Headlamps, brake lamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses...
Page 409: The Camera
Be careful not to apply wax to rear view 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 410: Cleaning
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 411: Cleaning
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. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.
Page 412 Regular cleaning and care of chrome-plated exhaust tips will help to maintain their shine and the classy appearance. Use Mercedes-Benz approved Chrome Polishing Paste each time the vehicle has been washed, especially during the winter. ! Do not use alkaline cleaners such as wheel cleaners as they could cause corrosion.
Page 413 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 411 Version: 2.11.8.1 Vehicle equipment ... 412 Where will I find ...? ... 412 Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ... 414 What to do if … ... 450 Unlocking/locking manually ... 460 Replacing SmartKey batteries ...
Page 414: Vehicle Equipment
Some tools required for a wheel change are specific to your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Vehicles with spare wheel only. 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 412 Version: 2.11.8.1 Center to obtain the tools approved for your vehicle.
Page 415: Jack
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Take the collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit ( page 412). Setting up: Tilt both plates upward :. Fold the lower plate outward ;. Guide the tabs of the lower plate all the way into the openings of base plate =.
Page 416: 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.
Page 417: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display malfunction/warning messages failure of any systems Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center as soon as possible. Read and observe the notes on the HOLD function ( page 316) and parking...
Page 418: Text Messages
Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions ® The PRE-SAFE system has failed. All other occupant safety systems, such as the air bags, are still available. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. ® The PRE-SAFE Brake is temporarily unavailable.
Page 419: Front Passenger Front Air Bag
OCS, the 42 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 420 OCS, the 42 indicator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 421: Messages In The Multifunction Display
Do not turn steering wheel too far to avoid damaging the front fenders. Listen for scraping noises. Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The capability of the ABC system is restricted. This can impair handling.
Page 422: Messages In The Multifunction Display
You may then drive off. The cruise control is malfunctioning. Have the cruise control checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. One of the activation conditions for cruise control has not been fulfilled. You may have attempted to set a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h).
Page 423: Messages In The Multifunction Display
The DISTRONIC PLUS is malfunctioning. ® The BAS PLUS and the PRE-SAFE available. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. You have accelerated. The DISTRONIC PLUS has switched off. Stop accelerating. Brake are also not...
Page 424: Park Assist
Clean the front and rear bumper ( The Park Assist is deactivated because the battery voltage is insufficient. Have the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The Park Assist is switched off because the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative due to electromagnetic interference near television and radio transmitter stations, toll stations, speed measuring systems, etc.
Page 425: Messages In The Multifunction Display
Clean the front and rear bumper ( The Blind Spot Assist is deactivated because the battery voltage is insufficient. Have the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The Blind Spot Assist is switched off because the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative due to electromagnetic interference near television and radio transmitter stations, toll stations, speed measuring systems, etc.
Page 426: Radar Sensors
10 mph (16 km/h): Clean the bumpers ( page 406). Restart the engine. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Advanced Parking Guidance: The vehicle is in the end position. The display message disappears automatically. You have attempted to activate the DISTRONIC PLUS, the ®...
Page 427 If the automatic transmission is in drive position D: Without shifting the automatic transmission out of drive position 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 P: Do not drive.
Page 428: Advanced Tpms
The specified maintenance service must be carried out page 402). Have the maintenance service carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The specified maintenance service term has been exceeded page 402). Have the maintenance service carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 429 The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire inflation pressure in the multifunction display. Have the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the wheel sensors installed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. At least one wheel without appropriate wheel sensors is mounted (e.g.
Page 430: Symbol Messages
Check and adjust tire inflation pressure as required. If necessary, change the wheel ( Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions The brake pads have reached their wear limit. Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. page 465).
Page 431 Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. 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 432 Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. 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 433: Electronic Parking Brake
Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using the collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit page 412). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. In addition, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake comes on.
Page 434 The electronic parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Pull handle of electronic parking brake. Drive off carefully. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. To engage: Switch off the ignition Press handle for electronic parking brake for at least 10 seconds until the warning message in the multifunction display disappears.
Page 435 Switch ignition off and back on again, and engage or release electronic parking brake. Drive off carefully. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. When you engage or release the electronic parking brake, the red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes for approximately 10 seconds.
Page 436: Brake Fluid
291). Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using a chock from the vehicle tool kit ( Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only: The brake system sensors are malfunctioning. The brake system continues to function normally with full brake force boost.
Page 437 Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability. Adjust driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness. 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 438: Tele Aid
One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning. Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. There is a malfunction in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) could deploy unexpectedly or fail to activate in an accident.
Page 439: Messages In The Multifunction Display
Required Warning! 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 Driving systems Display messages Vehicle ¨ Rising...
Page 440: Night View Assist
( page 317). Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. There is otherwise danger of an accident. The capability of the AIRMATIC system is restricted. This can impair the handling.
Page 441: Doors
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Night Á View Assist Lights ON or AUTO, Not in R Gear Night Á View Assist Only When It Is Dark Vehicle Display messages Lock Seat Backrest Front Left Lock Seat...
Page 442: Smartkey With Keyless-Go
You have forgotten to remove the SmartKey. Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You tried to lock the vehicle but not all doors were closed. Close doors and lock the vehicle again.
Page 443 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Display messages Key Not Â Detected (message appears in red) Key Not Â Detected (message appears in red) Key Not Â Detected (message appears in red) Key Not Â...
Page 444: Coolant
You could be seriously burned. ! 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.
Page 445 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. Display messages Coolant...
Page 446: Engine Oil
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 447: Messages In The Multifunction Display
Visually check for oil leaks. If there are no obvious oil leaks, drive to the nearest service station to refill your engine oil to the required level. For information on approved engine oils contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only). Display messages Engine Oil Level...
Page 448: Active Headlamps
2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 446 Version: 2.11.8.1 Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions The active headlamps are malfunctioning. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The left or right backup lamp is malfunctioning. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 449: High-Beam Lamps
Version: 2.11.8.1 Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions The rear left side or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The left or right front parking lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used.
Page 450: Fog Lamps
Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions The light sensor is malfunctioning. The headlamps come on automatically. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. To switch off the headlamps (U.S. vehicles only): Switch off the daytime running lamp mode in the instrument cluster control system ( page 215).
Page 451: Turn Signals
Version: 2.11.8.1 Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions The left or right corner-illuminating lamp is malfunctioning. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The left or right rear turn signal lamp is malfunctioning. A substitute bulb is being used.
Page 452: Lamps
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, What to do if … Tires Display messages Tire Press. Warning Caution Tire Malfunctio Check Tire Pressure 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.
Page 453: Indicator Lamp
Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display ( page 414). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. ® system, and the PRE-SAFE Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability.
Page 454 Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display ( page 414). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. ® system, and the PRE-SAFE Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steering capability.
Page 455: What To Do If
Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display ( page 414). Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Do not drive any further. Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 456: Seat Belt Telltale
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, What to do if … Safety systems Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Problem 7 The red seat belt The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fasten telltale comes your seat belts before driving off. on for a maximum of Regardless of whether the seat belts are fastened or not, the seat...
Page 457 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 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 455 Version: 2.11.8.1 Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes- Benz Center.
Page 458 If leaving the ESC switched off, adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather conditions. If the ESC cannot be switched back on: Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. ®...
Page 459: Distance Warning Lamp
Check local requirements. Check the fuel cap ( page 366). 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. What to do if …...
Page 460: Low Tire Pressure/Tpms Malfunction Telltale
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, What to do if … Tires Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Problem h USA only: The Advanced TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire. Combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the If the tire inflation pressure in the respective tire(s) has (have) been Advanced TPMS corrected, the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction...
Page 461: Indicator Lamp
TPMS to continue to function properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Read and observe messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps ( page 414).
Page 462: Unlocking/Locking Manually
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 transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 463: Replacing Smartkey Batteries
Replacing SmartKey batteries If the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged, the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked. It is recommended to have the batteries replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 464: 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 460).
Page 465: Replacing Bulbs
If the tail lamps are malfunctioning, have them replaced at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humidity, driving the vehicle a distance with the lights on should clear up the fogging.
Page 466: Replacing Wiper Blades
Do not allow a wiper arm to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have this work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 464 Version: 2.11.8.1...
Page 467: Flat Tire
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Fold the wiper arm forward until it snaps into place. Turn the wiper blade in direction of arrow :. Slide the wiper blade sideways out of the retainer in the direction of arrow ;. Installing wiper blades Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it locks in place.
Page 468: Mounting The Spare Wheel
Some tools required for a wheel change are specific to your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to obtain the tools approved for your vehicle. This section describes the wheel change using the tools approved and recommended for your vehicle.
Page 469: Removing
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface. However, should circumstances require you to do so on a hill: Place wheel chocks or other sizeable objects on the downhill side in front of both wheels on the side opposite to the side on which the wheel is to be changed.
Page 470 This could cause an accident. Make sure to use the correct wheel bolts. Warning! Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose. Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack.
Page 471: 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 472 Have the battery disconnected at a qualified workshop or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center in such a case. You may also connect an accessory battery charge unit...
Page 473: Charging
Warning! Never charge a battery while still installed in the vehicle unless the accessory battery charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charging and could cause an explosion that may result in personal injury, paint damage or corrosion.
Page 474 ! Never invert the terminal connections! 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 472 Version: 2.11.8.1 damage will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps. Always make sure the jumper cables are...
Page 475 DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. Therefore, deactivate the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS if the vehicle is to be towed. Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment. This method is preferable to other types of towing.
Page 476: Towing Eye Bolt
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Towing the vehicle For more information see “Battery” page 469) or “Jump starting” page 471). 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.
Page 477: Towing The Vehicle
! Vehicles with 4MATIC: 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 478: Fuses
2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 476 Version: 2.11.8.1 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 479 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Fuse box on passenger side Open the respective door. Using your hands, pull cover : in direction of arrow and remove it. Closing: Hook fuse box cover : into the opening at the front. ! The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as described.
Page 480: Emergency Engine Shutdown
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Fuses Example illustration fuse box on passenger side Removing cover: Press retaining lugs :. Remove fuse box cover ;. Installing cover: Attach fuse box cover ;. Press fuse box cover ; down. ! The fuse box cover must be properly positioned as described.
Page 481 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 479 Version: 2.11.8.1 Vehicle equipment ... 480 Parts service ... 480 Warranty coverage ... 480 Identification labels ... 480 Vehicle specification CL 550 4MATIC (216.386) ... 483 Vehicle specification CL 600 (216.376) ... 483 Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG (216.377) ...
Page 482: Vehicle Equipment
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 483: Identification Labels
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found on certification label : on the driver’s door B-pillar embossed underneath a cover behind the rear center armrest ( page 481) on the lower edge of the windshield page 481) Example certification label (U.S.
Page 484 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Identification labels AMG vehicles Engine number (engraved on engine) VIN (on lower edge of windshield) Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 482 Version: 2.11.8.1 When ordering parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine number.
Page 485: Vehicle Specification Cl 550 4Matic (216.386)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Vehicle specification CL 550 4MATIC (216.386) 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. Engine CL 550 4MATIC Engine, type Mode of operation 4-stroke engine,...
Page 486: Vehicle Specification Cl 63 Amg (216.377)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG (216.377) Engine CL 600 Engine, type Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, gasoline injection No. of cylinders Bore 3.23 in (82.00 mm) Stroke 3.43 in (87.00 mm) Total piston 336.4 cu in displacement (5 513 cm Compression...
Page 487: Vehicle Specification Cl 65 Amg (216.379)
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Engine CL 63 AMG Compression ratio Output acc. to 518 hp/6 800 rpm (386 kW/6 800 rpm) SAE J 1349 Maximum torque 465 lb-ft/5 200 rpm acc. to SAE J 1349 (630 Nm/5 200 rpm) Maximum engine speed Firing order...
Page 488: Rims And Tires
MO = Mercedes-Benz Original equipment tires Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! Using tires other than those approved by...
Page 489 This depends on vehicle model and the standard or optional factory- equipped wheel rim/tire configuration on your vehicle. For more information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 487 Version: 2.11.8.1 Rims and tires...
Page 490 19" wheels AMG rims (light alloy) Wheel offset Winter tires Radial-ply tires. For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. USA only. Not available as factory equipment. Must not be used with snow chains. 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 488 Version: 2.11.8.1...
Page 491 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Mixed size tires 18" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy) Rear axle 19" wheels Front axle Rims (light alloy) Rear axle 20" wheels Front axle AMG rims (light alloy) Rear axle USA only. Radial-ply tires. Must not be used with snow chains.
Page 492: Spare Wheel
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 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 493: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Model Automatic CL 550 4MATIC transmission CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Rear axle CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Hydraulic CL 600 system for CL 63 AMG active body CL 65 AMG control (ABC)
Page 494 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. Mixed with water or commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze.
Page 495: Air Conditioning Refrigerant
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 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.
Page 496: Gasoline
! 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 497: 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 498: Washer Fluid Mixing Ratio
216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Model Cooling system CL 550 4MATIC CL 600 CL 63 AMG CL 65 AMG Low temperature CL 600 cooling system Washer system and headlamp cleaning system Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable.
Page 499 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, 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 500 216_AKB; 3; 90, en-US d2ureepe, É2165847881QËÍ 2165847881 Order no. 6515 2315 13 Part no. 216 584 78 81 Edition A 2010 2009-05-15T11:47:50+02:00 - Seite 498 Version: 2.11.8.1...

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