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Order no. 65155430 13 Part no. 1565840901 Edition A 2016
GLA
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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual É1565840901NËÍ 1565840901 Order no. 65155430 13 Part no. 1565840901 Edition A 2016...
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  • Page 3 Operator's Manual Maintenance Booklet Equipment-dependent supplements Keep these documents in the vehicle at all times. If you sell the vehicle, always pass all documents on to the new owner. You can also use the Mercedes-Benz Guides App: ® Apple 1565840901 É1565840901NËÍ...
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 29 Introduction ......... 23 Safety ........... 41 Opening and closing ......75 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 101 Lights and windshield wipers ..115 Climate control ......... 131 Driving and parking ......147 On-board computer and displays ..

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Index Occupant Classification System 1, 2, 3 ... (OCS) ..........51 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- lamps ..........43 tion System) Side impact air bag ......50 4MATIC Window curtain air bag ....50 Display message ......
  • Page 7 Starting the engine ......151 Audio system Steering wheel paddle shifters ..166 Transmission position display ..161 see separate operating instructions Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Transmission position display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ....159 see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop Transmission positions ....162...
  • Page 8 Index Brake assistance Matte finish ........316 see BAS (Brake Assist System) Notes ..........313 Brake fluid Paint ..........315 Display message ......242 Plastic trim ........318 Notes ..........380 Power washer ........ 315 Brake force distribution Rear view camera ......318 see EBD (electronic brake force Roof lining ........
  • Page 9 Index Coffee cup symbol On the front-passenger seat .... 62 Rearward-facing restraint system ..62 see ATTENTION ASSIST COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Top Tether ........61 Child-proof locks PLUS Important safety notes ....63 Activating/deactivating ....228 Rear doors ........64 Display message ......
  • Page 10 Driver's seat Hiding (on-board computer) ... 235 see Seats Lights ..........247 Driving abroad Safety systems ......236 Mercedes-Benz Service ....313 SmartKey ........265 Driving dynamics display Tires ..........258 Off-road program ......200 Vehicle ........... 261 Driving in mountainous terrain Distance control Approach/departure angle ....
  • Page 11 Index Driving safety systems Icy road surfaces ......179 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..65 Limited braking efficiency on sal- ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......73 ted roads ........177 Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 68 Off-road driving ......180 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....66 Snow chains ........
  • Page 12 Index Emergency ® (Electronic Stability Pro- Automatic measures after an acci- gram) dent ..........58 AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 232 Emergency braking Characteristics ......... 69 see BAS (Brake Assist System) Deactivating/activating (button Emergency release in Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 70 Driver's door ........
  • Page 13 Index Floormats ........... 304 General notes ........ 300 Fog lamps Important safety notes ....301 Opening/closing the garage door .. 303 Switching on/off ......117 Frequencies Programming (button in the rear- view mirror) ........301 Mobile phone ......... 374 Synchronizing the rolling code ..302 Two-way radio ........
  • Page 14 Index Ignition key Lamps see SmartKey see Warning and indicator lamps Ignition lock Lane detection (automatic) see Key positions see Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist Immobilizer .......... 73 Indicator and warning lamps Activating/deactivating (on- board computer) ......228 COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Display message ......
  • Page 15 Index Locking centrally Message memory (on-board com- see Central locking puter) ..........235 Locking verification signal (on- Messages board computer) ....... 230 see Display messages Low-beam headlamps Mirror turn signal Changing bulbs ......123 Cleaning ......... 317 Mirrors Display message ......248 Switching on/off ......
  • Page 16 Index Operation ......... 51 Factory settings ......231 System self-test ....... 53 Important safety notes ....218 Occupant safety Instrument cluster submenu ..229 Automatic measures after an acci- Lighting submenu ......230 dent ..........58 Menu overview ......221 Children in the vehicle .....
  • Page 17 Index Position of exterior mirror, front- passenger side ....... 111 QR code Rear view camera ......208 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 see Active Parking Assist Rescue card ........26 see PARKTRONIC Qualified specialist workshop ... 25 Parking aid Active Parking Assist ..... 203...
  • Page 18 Index Rear-view mirror Roof lining and carpets (cleaning Anti-glare (manual) ......109 guidelines) ......... 320 Dipping (automatic) ....... 110 Roof load (maximum) ......383 Recycling see Protection of the environment Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Safety tem) Children in the vehicle ..... 58 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 19 Index Sockets Coolant (engine) ......381 Engine oil ........379 Center console ......291 Fuel ..........377 General notes ........ 291 Important safety notes ....377 Luggage compartment ....292 Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Rear compartment ......292 tem) ..........382 Special seat belt retractor ....
  • Page 20 Index Stowage compartments Tires/wheels ......... 367 Armrest (front) ....... 282 Vehicle data ........383 TELEAID Armrest (under) ......282 Center console ......281 Call priority ........296 Center console (rear) ..... 282 Downloading destinations Cup holders ........288 (COMAND) ........296 Eyeglasses compartment ....
  • Page 21 Index Notes ..........345 Important safety notes ....340 Reached (TIREFIT) ......326 Increased vehicle weight due to Recommended ....... 343 optional equipment (definition) ..361 Tire pressure loss warning system Information on driving ....340 General notes ........ 347 Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ...
  • Page 22 Index Trunk lid Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (definition) ....361 see Tailgate Wear indicator (definition) ..... 362 Trunk load (maximum) ...... 383 Wheel and tire combination ... 369 Turn signals Wheel rim (definition) ....361 Changing bulbs (front) ....123 see Flat tire Changing bulbs (rear) ....
  • Page 23 Index Vehicle battery Wheels see Battery (vehicle) Changing a wheel ......363 Vehicle data Checking ........341 Roof load (maximum) ..... 383 Cleaning ......... 316 Trunk load (maximum) ....383 General notes ........ 367 Vehicle data (off-road driving) Important safety notes ....340 Approach/departure angle ....
  • Page 24 Index ZONE function Switching on/off ......140...

  • Page 25: Protection Of The Environment General Notes

    Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle your personal driving style Environmental note You can influence both factors. You should...

  • Page 26: Operator's Manual Vehicle Equipment

    Mercedes-Benz models. All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers main- The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance tain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Program offers technical help in the event of a for necessary service and repair work. In addi- breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside...

  • Page 27: Declarations Of Conformity

    Qualified specialist workshop RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These devices An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a may not cause interference, and (2) These qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec- devices must accept any interference, includ-...

  • Page 28: Customer Relations Department

    This may include your satisfaction, please discuss the problem information about the performance or status again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or con- of various systems, including but not limited tact us at one of the following addresses.

  • Page 29: Copyright

    ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia- bility arising from the extraction of this infor- This vehicle is equipped with an event data mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per- recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR sonnel. is to record data that will assist in under- standing how a vehicle’s systems performed...
  • Page 30 Introduction http://www.mercedes-benz.com/ opensource...
  • Page 31 Cockpit ..........30 Instrument cluster ......31 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 33 Center console ........35 Door control panel ......38 Overhead control panel ...... 39...

  • Page 32: Horn

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Climate control systems shifters Ignition lock Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster Cruise control lever Horn Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Light switch PARKTRONIC warning dis- Diagnostics connection play Opens the hood Overhead control panel...

  • Page 33: Fuel Gauge

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer Fuel gauge Speedometer segments Fuel filler flap location indi- cator æ: the fuel filler Multifunction display cap is on the left. Tachometer Instrument cluster lighting Coolant temperature Information on the display of the outside temperature in the multifunction display can be found under "Outside temperature display"...

  • Page 34: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam head- M SPORT handling lamps mode (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) T Parking lamp ? Coolant K High-beam head- lamps R Rear fog lamp N Fog lamps ® ÷ ESP ; Check Engine Electric parking brake (red) F (USA only) h Tire pressure monitor...
  • Page 35 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Vehicles with Audio 20: Audio 20 or COMAND dis- switches on voice-operated play (see the separate oper- control for navigation (see ating instructions) manufacturer's operating instructions) Vehicles with COMAND: switches on the Voice Con- trol System (see the sepa- rate operating instructions)
  • Page 36 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Selects a menu Selects a submenu or scrolls through lists Confirms a selection Hides display messages Back Vehicles with Audio 20: switches off voice-operated control of the navigation (see manufacturer's oper- ating instructions) Vehicles with COMAND: switches off the Voice Con- trol System (see the sepa- rate operating instructions)

  • Page 37: Upper Section

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Audio 20/COMAND (see è ECO start/stop func- separate operating instruc- tion tions) £ Hazard warning c Seat heating lamps Mercedes-AMG vehicles: PASSENGER AIR BAG indi- AMG RIDE CONTROL (left cator lamp side) DYNAMIC SELECT button...

  • Page 38: Center Console Lower Section

    Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Ashtray Stowage compartment with Media Interface Cigarette lighter Socket Audio/COMAND control- Stowage compartment ler; see the separate oper- ating instructions Stowage compartment Cup holder...
  • Page 39 Center console Mercedes-AMG vehicles Function Page Function Page DYNAMIC SELECT control- Ashtray Cigarette lighter Cup holder Socket Stowage compartment with Stowage compartment Media Interface Selector lever Audio/COMAND control- ler; see the separate oper- Manual gearshifting (per- ating instructions manent setting)

  • Page 40: Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle n Activates/deacti- vates the override feature r45= Saves for the side windows in the the seat and exterior mirror rear compartment settings q Opens the cargo com-...

  • Page 41: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear G SOS button (mbrace compartment interior light- system) ing on/off F Roadside Assistance p Switches the right- call button (mbrace sys- hand reading lamp on/off tem) | Switches the front Eyeglasses compartment interior lighting/automatic...
  • Page 43 Useful information ......42 Panic alarm .......... 42 Occupant safety ........42 Children in the vehicle ......58 Pets in the vehicle ....... 64 Driving safety systems ....... 65 Protection against theft ..... 73...

  • Page 44: Panic Alarm

    Occupant safety Useful information Occupant safety Introduction to the restraint system This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- The restraint system can reduce the risk of ment of your vehicle available at the time of vehicle occupants coming into contact with publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 45: Lamps

    If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information con- tact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1‑800‑367‑6372).

  • Page 46: Seat Belt

    Occupant safety Depending on the person in the front- If the seat belt is pulled out of the belt outlet passenger seat, the front-passenger front air quickly or with a jerky movement, the belt bag must either be deactivated or enabled; retractor locks.

  • Page 47: Occupant Safety

    For this reason, always secure persons under Only use seat belts that have been approved 5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restraint for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. systems. Sports seat or AMG Performance seat: this If a child younger than twelve years old and seat is designed for the standard three-point under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the...

  • Page 48: Fastening

    Occupant safety Infants and children must never travel sit- Only use the standard three-point seat belt. ting on the lap of a vehicle occupant. In the Never modify the seat belt system. event of an accident, they could be crushed between the vehicle occupant and seat Proper use of the seat belts belt.

  • Page 49: Releasing

    Occupant safety Engage seat belt tongue ; in belt buckle :. If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder section of the seat belt to tighten the belt across your body. Basic illustration The shoulder section of the seat belt must Press release button :, hold belt always be routed across the center of the tongue ;...

  • Page 50: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety passenger seat belts are not fastened, a To avoid hazardous situations, always make warning tone sounds. A warning tone also sure that all of the vehicle's occupants: sounds with increasing intensity for have fastened their seat belts correctly, 60 seconds or until the driver or front including pregnant women passenger have fastened their seat belts.
  • Page 51 Occupant safety Only secure a child in a rearward-facing function of the sensors being impaired. The air child restraint system on the front- bags might therefore not function properly passenger seat when the front-passenger anymore. Consequently, the air bags cannot front air bag is deactivated.

  • Page 52: Knee Bag

    You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.

  • Page 53: Conditions

    Occupant safety However, it does not protect the chest or the child restraint system. Never place arms. objects under or behind the child restraint system, e.g. cushions. The entire base of the In the event of a side impact, the window cur- child restraint system must always rest on the tain air bag is deployed on the side on which seat cushion of the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 54 Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the WARNING front-passenger front air bag. If you secure a child in a rearward-facing child PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up: the restraint system on the front-passenger seat front-passenger front air bag is enabled. If, and the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator in the event of an accident, all deployment lamp is lit up, the front-passenger front air bag...

  • Page 55: System Self-Test

    The result of the classifi- mends that you only use seat accessories cation is dependent on, among other fac- that have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. tors, the child restraint system and the child's stature. It is recommended that you...
  • Page 56 Occupant safety DANGER facing child restraint system must, as far as possible, be resting on the backrest of the If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator front-passenger seat. Always comply with the lamp remains lit after the system self-test, the child restraint system manufacturer's instal- front-passenger front air bag is disabled.
  • Page 57 Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized person of a stature cor- Mercedes-Benz Center. responding to that of an adult. The PASSENGER AIR OCS is malfunctioning.
  • Page 58 Occupant safety may cause short-term breathing difficulties in Deployment of Emergency Tensioning people with asthma or other respiratory prob- Devices and air bags lems. Provided it is safe to do so, you should Important safety notes leave the vehicle immediately or open the window in order to prevent breathing difficul- WARNING ties.
  • Page 59 Occupant safety Front air bags as well as driver's and front- eration is not high. Conversely, air bags may passenger knee bags be deployed even though the vehicle suffers only minor deformation. This is the case if, for Window curtain air bag, if the system deter- example, very rigid vehicle parts such as lon- mines that deployment can offer additional gitudinal body members are hit, and sufficient...

  • Page 60: Dent

    WARNING dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises If the child restraint system is subjected to that you install a child restraint system on a direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil- rear seat.

  • Page 61: Children In The Vehicle

    Installing a child restraint system: You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Make sure you observe the child restraint authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. system manufacturer's installation instruc- tions. WARNING Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt If the child restraint system is installed incor- outlet.

  • Page 62: Anchors

    Children in the vehicle The securing systems of child restraint sys- tions and the notes on use. Please ensure, tems are: that the base of the child restraint system is always resting completely on the seat cush- the seat belt system ion.

  • Page 63: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle Always comply with the manufacturer's injury even further. If the child restraint sys- installation and operating instructions for the tem is equipped with a Top Tether belt, this child restraint system used. should always be used. Before every trip, make sure that the LATCH- Important safety notes type (ISOFIX) child restraint system is...

  • Page 64: On The Front-Passenger Seat

    For Top Tether belt with one belt strap: route this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises Top Tether belt ? centrally over head that you install the child restraint system on a restraint :.

  • Page 65: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes

    Children in the vehicle is the front-passenger front air bag deactiva- Child-proof locks ted. Important safety notes Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating WARNING instructions. If children are traveling in the vehicle, they could: Forward-facing child restraint system open doors, thus endangering other people If it is absolutely necessary to install a or road users...

  • Page 66: Rear Doors

    Pets in the vehicle Override feature for the rear side win- WARNING dows If the child restraint system is subjected to direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil- dren may burn themselves on these parts, particularly on the metal parts of the child restraint system.

  • Page 67: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Overview of driving safety systems General information In this section, you will find information about ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way the following driving safety systems: that the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the vehi- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) cle when braking.

  • Page 68: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    Driving safety systems The pulsating brake pedal can be an indica- COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST tion of hazardous road conditions, and func- PLUS tions as a reminder to take extra care while General information driving. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- Off-road ABS tion ( page 65).

  • Page 69: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems sions at low speeds where there is no visible WARNING damage to the front of the vehicle. The distance warning function cannot always clearly identify objects and complex traffic Switching on/off situations. In such cases, the distance warning function The COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is automatically active after switching on the may:...

  • Page 70: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems The autonomous braking function: Up to a speed of approximately 155 mph (250 km/h), adaptive Brake Assist is capable gives the driver more time to react to criti- of reacting to moving objects that have cal driving situations already been detected as such at least once can help the driver to avoid an accident or over the period of observation.

  • Page 71: Characteristics

    Driving safety systems Off-road 4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys- Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- tem) uation and be ready to brake. A 4ETS system specifically suited to off-road Due to the nature of the system, particularly terrain is activated automatically once the off- complicated but non-critical driving condi- road program is activated ( page 199).
  • Page 72 Driving safety systems cle if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel ® If ESP intervenes: starts to spin. ® Do not deactivate ESP under any circum- ! Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an stances. ® extended period with ESP deactivated.
  • Page 73 Driving safety systems You can select between the following states ® Deactivating/activating ESP ® of ESP ® is activated. SPORT handling mode is activated. ® is deactivated. WARNING When SPORT handling mode is activated, there is a greater risk of skidding and acci- dents.

  • Page 74: Trailer Stabilization

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes Engine torque is no longer limited and the drive wheels are able to spin. WARNING The spinning of the wheels results in a cut- If road and weather conditions are poor, ting action for better traction on loose sur- trailer stabilization will not be able to prevent faces.

  • Page 75: Protection Against Theft

    (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), stabilization. the system is not operational. Contact an This steering assistance is provided in partic- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call ular if: 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or both right wheels or both left wheels are on 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

  • Page 76: Alarm System

    Protection against theft A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed and you open: a door the vehicle with the mechanical key the tailgate the hood To switch the alarm off with the Smart- Key: press the % or & button on the SmartKey.
  • Page 77 Useful information ......76 SmartKey ..........76 Doors ............ 83 Cargo compartment ......85 Side windows ........90 Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel ........94...

  • Page 78: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ! Keep the SmartKey away from strong ment of your vehicle available at the time of magnetic fields.

  • Page 79: Locking

    SmartKey The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks: The driver's door and the door at which the handle is used, must both be closed. The the doors SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. When the tailgate locking or unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, the the fuel filler flap distance between the SmartKey and the cor- The turn signals flash once when unlocking responding door handle must not be greater...

  • Page 80: Keyless-Go Start Function

    SmartKey Changing the settings of the locking system You can change the settings of the locking system. This means that only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked when the vehicle is unlocked. This is useful if you fre- quently travel on your own.

  • Page 81: Important Safety Notes

    SmartKey into the ignition lock. and regard for the environment. National guidelines must be observed during disposal. Removing the mechanical key In California, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/ index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the battery replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 82: Replacing

    SmartKey Checking the battery arrow until battery tray cover : opens. When doing so, do not hold cover : shut. Remove battery tray cover :. Press the & or % button. The battery is working properly if battery check lamp : lights up briefly. Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your The battery is discharged if battery check palm until battery = falls out.

  • Page 83: Loss

    SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start func- using the SmartKey. tion: try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote con- trol function of the SmartKey.
  • Page 84 SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning. Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey. Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop. If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote control function: Unlock ( page 84) or lock (...

  • Page 85: Doors

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have lost a Smart- Have the SmartKey deactivated at a qualified specialist work- Key. shop. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. You have lost the Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.

  • Page 86: Vehicle

    Doors door which has been opened from the inside Centrally locking and unlocking the is unlocked. vehicle from the inside You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside. This can be useful if you wish Automatic locking feature to lock the vehicle before pulling away, for example.

  • Page 87: Cargo Compartment

    Cargo compartment Take the mechanical key out of the Smart- Key ( page 79). Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the driver's door as far as it will go. Turn the mechanical key clockwise as far as it will go to position 1. Turn the mechanical key back and remove Make sure that the doors and the tailgate Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise...

  • Page 88: Opening And Closing

    Cargo compartment function: closed with the remote operating WARNING switch on the SmartKey Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust released with the emergency release from gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate the inside is open when the engine is running, particu- larly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compartment.

  • Page 89: Opening/Closing Automatically From Outside

    Cargo compartment Opening and closing manually the closing area or may enter the closing area during the closing process. There is a risk of Opening injury. Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the closing area during the closing process. Use one of the following options to stop the closing process: press the F button on the SmartKey.

  • Page 90: Opening/Closing Automatically From Inside

    Cargo compartment Closing automatically Press or pull the remote operating switch Vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate: you can on the driver's door. also close the tailgate automatically from out- side. Opening/closing automatically from inside Important safety notes WARNING Parts of the body could become trapped dur- ing automatic closing of the tailgate.

  • Page 91: Limiting The Opening Angle

    Cargo compartment The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be To open the tailgate fully, pull the handle on found in the "Vehicle data" section the outside of the tailgate again after it has page 383). stopped automatically. This does not delete the stored position.

  • Page 92: Side Windows

    Side windows You can reach the emergency release via the becomes trapped, release the switch or press cargo compartment. the switch to open the side window again. Opening WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised.

  • Page 93: Side Windows

    Side windows remains active for five minutes or until the Opening and closing the side win- driver's or front-passenger door is opened. dows When the override feature for the side The switches for all side windows are located windows is activated ( page 64), the side on the driver's door.

  • Page 94: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows Press and hold the & button until the Convenience closing feature side windows and the panorama roof with Important safety notes power tilt/sliding panel are fully closed. Make sure that all the side windows and the WARNING panorama roof with power tilt/sliding When the convenience closing feature is oper- panel are closed.

  • Page 95: Resetting

    Side windows On vehicles with a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel: Touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle again until the roller sunblind of the panorama sliding sunroof closes. To interrupt convenience closing: release recessed sensor surface : on the door handle.

  • Page 96: Sliding Panel Important Safety Notes

    Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.

  • Page 97: Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel

    Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel WARNING WARNING At high speeds the raised sliding sunroof auto- The reversing feature does not react: matically lowers slightly at the rear. This could to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- trap you or other persons. There is a risk of gers injury.
  • Page 98 If contact is made with a roof carrier approved ing. There is a risk of injury. by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding sunroof lowers When opening or closing, make sure that no slightly but remains raised at the rear.

  • Page 99: Roller Sunblind

    Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Roller sunblind reversing feature Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 149). The roller sunblind is equipped with an auto- Press or pull the 3 switch in the corre- matic reversing feature.
  • Page 100 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Make sure that the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel and the roller sun- blind can be fully opened and closed again. If this is not the case, repeat the steps above.
  • Page 101 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Problems with the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel WARNING If you do not reset the sliding sunroof after a malfunction or voltage supply interruption, then the backing up function will malfunction or not work. The sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force.
  • Page 103 Useful information ......102 Correct driver's seat position ..102 Seats ..........103 Steering wheel ........108 Mirrors ..........109 Memory function ....... 112...

  • Page 104: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position Observe the safety guidelines on seat Useful information adjustment ( page 103). Make sure that seat = is adjusted prop- This Operator's Manual describes all erly. models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of Manual seat adjustment ( page 104) publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 105: Seats

    Seats The seat belt should: Always make sure that the driver's seat is engaged before starting the vehicle. fit snugly across your body be routed across the middle of your WARNING shoulder You could lose control of your vehicle if you do be routed in your pelvic area across the the following while driving: hip joints...
  • Page 106 Seats Vehicles with the seating comfort pack- rials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat cov- ers, child seats or booster seats. ! Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell under or behind the seats when moving the seats back. There is a risk that the seats and/or the objects could be dam- aged.

  • Page 107: Head Restraints Adjusting

    Seats Adjusting the seats electrically restraint supports the back of the head at about eye level. Using the fore-and-aft adjustment, adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as possible to your head. General notes For vehicles with sports seats you cannot adjust the front head restraints or the outer rear head restraints.

  • Page 108: Performance Seat

    Seats With this function you can adjust the distance between the head restraint and the back of the seat occupant's head. To move forwards: pull the head restraint forwards in the direction of the arrow until it engages. There are several notches. To move backwards: press and hold release button : and push the head restraint backwards.
  • Page 109 Seats Switching the seat heating on/off Switching on/off WARNING Repeatedly switching on the seat heating can cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to become very hot. The health of persons with limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to excessively high tempera- tures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries.

  • Page 110: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat heating has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- switched off prema- sumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.

  • Page 111: Mirrors

    Mirrors Mirrors Rear-view mirror Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 149). Press button : for the left-hand exterior mirror or button ; for the right-hand exte- Anti-glare mode: flick anti-glare lever : rior mirror.
  • Page 112 Mirrors Exterior mirror pushed out of position If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows: Vehicles without electrically folding exterior mirrors: move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually. Vehicles with electrically folding exte- rior mirrors: press and hold mirror-folding button ( page 109) until you hear a click...

  • Page 113: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. on the driver's side automatically go into anti- Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- glare mode if: tion lock ( page 149). the ignition is switched on and Press button ;...

  • Page 114: Memory Function

    Memory function Calling up a stored parking position set- WARNING ting Children could become trapped if they acti- vate the memory function, particularly when Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- unattended. There is a risk of injury. tion lock ( page 149).
  • Page 115 Memory function Calling up a stored setting Press and hold the relevant preset position button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat and exterior mirrors are in the stored position. The setting procedure is interrupted as soon as you release the storage position button.
  • Page 117 Useful information ......116 Exterior lighting ........ 116 Interior lighting ......... 120 Replacing bulbs ......... 121 Windshield wipers ......125...

  • Page 118: Useful Information

    General notes Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- led by the light sensor mends that you drive with the lights switched Low-beam/high-beam headlamps on even during the daytime. In some coun-...

  • Page 119: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting matically depending on the brightness of The daytime running lamps improve the visi- the ambient light. bility of your vehicle during the day. To do this, the daytime running lamps function must be With the engine running: if you have acti- switched on using the on-board computer vated the daytime running lamps function page 230).

  • Page 120: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting Rear fog lamp Combination switch The rear fog lamp improves visibility of your Turn signal vehicle for the traffic behind in the event of thick fog. Please take note of the country- specific regulations for the use of rear fog lamps.

  • Page 121: Cornering Light Function

    Exterior lighting High-beam flasher Cornering light function To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine. Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow =. Hazard warning lamps The cornering light function improves the illu- mination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning, enabling better vis- ibility in tight bends, for example.

  • Page 122: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Interior lighting Overview of interior lighting Front overhead control panel Vehicles without a panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel p To switch the left-hand reading lamp on/off p To switch the right-hand reading p Switches the left-hand front reading lamp on/off lamp on/off c Switches the front interior lighting...

  • Page 123: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs adjusted using COMAND or Audio 20 (see the when you start the engine. For this to be separate Operator's Manual). observed, the lights must be switched on before starting the engine. Manual interior lighting control Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety.
  • Page 124 Replacing bulbs Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure that these function correctly at all times. Have the headlamp setting checked regularly. Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb type can be found in the legend.

  • Page 125: Cornering Light Function

    Replacing bulbs Low-beam headlamps (halogen head- Turn bulb ; counter-clockwise and pull it lamps) out. Insert the new bulb and engage it to the stop. Press on housing cover : and turn it to the right. Turn signals (halogen headlamps) Remove the cover in the front wheel hous- ing ( page 122).

  • Page 126: Rear Fog Lamp

    Replacing bulbs Turn bulb holder ; counter-clockwise and You must open the side paneling in the cargo pull out. compartment before you can replace the bulbs in the tail lamps. Pull the bulb out of bulb holder ;. To open: release right-hand trim panel : Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.

  • Page 127: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers Loosen screws = using a screwdriver. use washer fluid when operating the wind- shield wipers. Remove the bulb holder from the tail lamp. ! If the windshield wipers leave smears on the windshield after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash, wax or other residues may be the reason for this.

  • Page 128: Rear Window Wiper

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified Combination switch specialist workshop.
  • Page 129 Windshield wipers Press both release clips ;. Fold wiper blade : in the direction of arrow = away from wiper arm ?. Remove wiper blade : in the direction of arrow A. Installing the wiper blades Hold on to the wiper arm with one hand. With the other hand, turn wiper blade in direction of arrow : away from the wiper arm as far as it will go.
  • Page 130 Windshield wipers Replacing the rear window wiper blade Removing a wiper blade Slide catch ; in the direction of arrow = until it engages in the locking position with a noticeable click. Remove the SmartKey from the ignition Make sure that the wiper blade is seated lock.
  • Page 131 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

  • Page 133: Climate Control

    Useful information ......132 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 132 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 137 Air vents ..........144...

  • Page 134: Useful Information

    Overview of climate control systems The residual heat function can only be acti- Useful information vated or deactivated with the ignition switched off ( page 143). This Operator's Manual describes all Always keep the ventilation flaps behind the models and all standard and optional equip- side trim panel in the cargo compartment ment of your vehicle available at the time of clear (...
  • Page 135 Overview of climate control systems Air-conditioning system control panel USA only Sets the temperature ( page 139) Defrosts the windshield ( page 141) Sets the air distribution ( page 140) Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 143) Sets the airflow ( page 140) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 138)

  • Page 136: Notes On Using The Air-Condition Ing System

    Overview of climate control systems Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 143) Sets the airflow ( page 140) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 138) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 142) Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g. Notes on using the air-conditioning if there are unpleasant outside odors or system...
  • Page 137 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control USA only Sets the temperature, left ( page 139) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 139) Defrosts the windshield ( page 141) Increases the airflow ( page 140) Sets the air distribution ( page 140) Display...
  • Page 138 Overview of climate control systems Canada only Sets the temperature, left ( page 139) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 139) Defrosts the windshield ( page 141) Increases the airflow ( page 140) Sets the air distribution ( page 140) Display Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 143)

  • Page 139: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Use the residual heat function if you want to Operating the climate control sys- heat or ventilate the vehicle interior when tems the ignition is switched off. The residual Activating/deactivating the climate heat function can only be activated or deac- control tivated with the ignition switched off.

  • Page 140: Cooling With Air Dehumidification

    Operating the climate control systems Switching cooling with air dehumidi- fication on/off General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu- midification" function, the air inside the vehi- cle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehi- cle will also not be dehumidified. The win- dows can fog up more quickly.

  • Page 141: Indicator Lamp

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp in Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a the ¿ button malfunction. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 142: Setting The Air Distribution

    Operating the climate control systems change the temperature setting in small a Directs air through the defroster and increments. Start at 72 ‡ (22 †). footwell vents _ Directs air through the defroster, cen- ter, side and footwell vents Setting the air distribution Regardless of the air distribution setting, Air-conditioning system airflow is always directed through the side...

  • Page 143: Defrosting The Windshield

    Operating the climate control systems To deactivate: press the á button. Air-conditioning system: turn airflow control A counter-clockwise or clock- The indicator lamp in the á button goes wise ( page 133). out. Dual-zone automatic climate control: The temperature setting for the driver's press the ó...

  • Page 144: Defrosting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems Defrosting the windows Windows fogged up on the inside Air-conditioning system Activate the ¿ "Cooling with air dehu- midification" function. If the windows continue to fog up, activate the ¬ "Windshield defrosting" function. You should only select this setting until the windshield is clear again.

  • Page 145: Problem With The Rear Window Defroster

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window The battery has not been sufficiently charged. defroster has deactiva- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading ted prematurely or can- lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.

  • Page 146: Air Vents

    Air vents Switching on/off Setting the center air vents Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock or remove it ( page 149). To activate: press the Ì button. The indicator lamp in the Ì button lights To deactivate: press the Ì button. The indicator lamp in the Ì...

  • Page 147: Rear

    Air vents Setting the rear-compartment air vents Rear-compartment air vent, left Rear-compartment air vent, right Rear-compartment air vent thumbwheel To open or close: turn thumbwheel = up or down. If the control panel in the front is switched off, no air can flow through the rear air vents.
  • Page 149 Useful information ......148 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- cle ............148 Driving ..........148 DYNAMIC SELECT button (all vehi- cles except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles) ............ 157 DYNAMIC SELECT controller (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....158 Automatic transmission ....159 Refueling ..........169 Parking ..........

  • Page 150: Useful Information

    Driving Do not manually shift to a lower gear to Useful information brake the vehicle. Try to avoid depressing the accelerator This Operator's Manual describes all pedal beyond the point of resistance (kick- models and all standard and optional equip- down).
  • Page 151 Driving helps to protect the engine and avoids WARNING uncomfortable driving. Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.: shoes with thick soles SmartKey positions shoes with high heels SmartKey slippers There is a risk of an accident. Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals.

  • Page 152: Removing

    Driving Key positions with the Start/Stop button Pressing the Start/Stop button several times in succession corresponds to the different key positions in the ignition lock. This is only the case if you are not depressing the brake pedal. If you depress the brake pedal and press the Start/Stop button, the engine starts immedi- ately.

  • Page 153: Starting The Engine

    Driving You can only switch between Start/Stop but- these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There ton mode and SmartKey operation when the is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave vehicle is stationary. the engine running in enclosed spaces with- You must also engage park position P.

  • Page 154: Pulling Away

    Driving Starting procedure with the Start/Stop You can only start the engine via your smart- button phone if: the key is in the ignition lock The Start/Stop button can be used to start the vehicle manually without inserting the park position P is selected SmartKey into the ignition lock.

  • Page 155: Hill Start Assist

    Driving WARNING When engaging transmission position D or R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do After a short time, hill start assist will no lon- not simultaneously accelerate. ger brake your vehicle and it could roll away. There is a risk of an accident and injury. Depress the accelerator carefully when pull- Therefore, quickly move your foot from the ing away.

  • Page 156: Automatic Engine Switch-Off

    Driving General notes The HOLD function can also be activated if the engine has been switched off automatically. It is then not necessary to continue applying the brakes during the automatic stop phase. When you depress the accelerator pedal, the engine starts automatically and the braking effect of the HOLD function is deactivated.
  • Page 157 Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO Setting the volume: start/stop function Press the : button. If you select the loudest setting, indicator lamp ; lights up. The volume of the AMG Performance exhaust system can also be set using the DYNAMIC SELECT controller ( page 158).
  • Page 158 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 193) or DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 186). Try to start the engine again. The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.

  • Page 159: Dynamic Select Button (All Vehicles Except Mercedes-Amg Vehicles)

    DYNAMIC SELECT button (all vehicles except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine is not run- There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical ning smoothly and is component of the engine management system. misfiring.

  • Page 160: Dynamic Select Controller (Mercedes-Amg Vehicles)

    DYNAMIC SELECT controller (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Available drive programs: C Comfort Comfortable and econom- ical driving characteristics S Sport Sporty driving character- istics I Individual Individual settings Off-road Optimal driving character- istics for easily negotiable off-road terrain Turn DYNAMIC SELECT controller : as many times as necessary until the desired E Economy Particularly economical...

  • Page 161: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission For information on the selector lever in Automatic transmission Mercedes-AMG vehicles ( page 161). Important safety notes The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns to its original position. The current transmission WARNING position P, R, N or D appears in the transmis- If the engine speed is above the idling speed sion position display in the multifunction dis- and you engage transmission position D or R,...

  • Page 162: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission open the driver's door or front-passenger door the driver's door is opened when the vehi- cle is stationary or driving at very low speed and the transmission is in position D or R Under certain conditions, the automatic transmission shifts automatically to transmis- sion position P if the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated.

  • Page 163: Engaging Drive Position

    Automatic transmission Depress the brake pedal and keep it When leaving the vehicle, always take the depressed. SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never Shift to neutral N. leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of Release the brake pedal.

  • Page 164: Transmission Positions

    Automatic transmission Transmission positions Park position This prevents the vehicle from roll- ing away when stopped. Only shift the transmission into position P when the vehicle is sta- Transmission position display tionary ( page 159). The parking Drive program display lock should not be used as a brake If the transmission position display in the mul- when parking.

  • Page 165: Accelerator Pedal Position

    Automatic transmission Holding the vehicle stationary on uphill Neutral gradients Do not shift the transmission to N while driving. Otherwise, the auto- WARNING matic transmission could be dam- If the clutch overheats, the electronic man- aged. agement system is automatically deactivated. No power is transmitted from the This interrupts the power transmission.

  • Page 166: Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Drive program S (Sport) Mercedes-AMG vehicles: it is only possible to use kickdown in the automatic drive pro- Drive program S is characterized by the fol- gram and the temporary manual drive pro- lowing: gram M. When manual drive program M is sporty engine settings.
  • Page 167 Automatic transmission the vehicle having improved driving stabil- gliding mode is available. ity, for example on slippery road surfaces. the ECO start/stop function is available. the automatic transmission shifting up Drive program S (Sport) sooner. This results in the vehicle being Drive program S is characterized by the fol- driven at lower engine speeds and the lowing:...

  • Page 168: Manual Shifting

    Automatic transmission Temporary setting the automatic transmission shifting up later. the fuel consumption possibly being higher as a result of the later automatic transmis- sion shift points. the suspension exhibits particularly stiff springing and damping settings (vehicles with AMG adaptive sport suspension sys- tem).
  • Page 169 Automatic transmission Permanent setting (Mercedes-AMG To shift up: pull steering wheel paddle vehicles) shifter ;. The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles): if the maximum engine speed on the currently engaged gear is reached and you continue to accelerate, the automatic transmission automatically shifts up in order to prevent engine damage.
  • Page 170 Automatic transmission area of the tachometer. There is otherwise a risk of engine damage. Before the engine speed reaches the red area, an upshift indicator will be shown in the mul- tifunction display. Shift to recommended gear : when mes- sage ;...

  • Page 171: Refueling

    Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.

  • Page 172: Refueling Process

    Refueling ! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the To insert the fuel filler cap fuel system. Instruction label for fuel type to be refu- eled ! Take care not to spill any fuel on painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove paintwork.

  • Page 173: Transmission Position Display

    Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING Risk of explosion or fire. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 immediately and remove it page 149).

  • Page 174: Switching Off

    Parking If you switch the engine off with the trans- Switching off the engine mission in position R or D, the automatic Important safety notes transmission shifts to N automatically. With the SmartKey: if you then open the WARNING driver's door or the front-passenger door or The automatic transmission switches to neu- remove the SmartKey from the ignition, the tral position N when you switch off the engine.

  • Page 175: Parking

    Parking Applying or releasing manually Electric parking brake General notes WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: release the parking brake. shift the automatic transmission out of the parking position P.

  • Page 176: General

    Driving tips Emergency braking The electric parking brake is also engaged automatically if: The vehicle can also be braked during an DISTRONIC PLUS brings the vehicle to a emergency by using the electric parking standstill or brake. the HOLD function is keeping the vehicle While driving, push handle : of the electric stationary parking brake (...

  • Page 177: Driving Tips

    The tires should always be inflated to the Benz recommends that you use an authorized recommended tire pressure. Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. In Remove unnecessary loads. particular, work relevant to safety or on Remove roof racks when they are not nee- safety-related systems must be carried out at ded.
  • Page 178 Driving tips Acceleration (evaluation of all accelera- ECO display tion processes): The bar fills up: moderate acceleration, especially at higher speeds The bar empties: sporty acceleration Constant (assessment of driving behavior at all times) The bar fills up: constant speed and avoidance of unnecessary acceleration The ECO display provides feedback on how and deceleration...

  • Page 179: Important Safety Notes

    This could cause damage to the drive quickly and protecting them against corro- train. This type of damage is not covered by sion. the Mercedes-Benz warranty. Briefly depressing the accelerator pedal on Limited braking performance on salt- downhill gradients while the manual drive...

  • Page 180: Maintenance

    Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehi- you hear a warning tone while the engine cle's operating safety.

  • Page 181: Driving On Flooded Roads

    Driving tips Driving on wet roads Hydroplaning If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface, there is a danger of hydroplaning occurring, even if: you drive at low speeds. the tires have adequate tread depth. For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or in conditions in which hydroplaning may occur, you must drive in the following manner: lower your speed.

  • Page 182: Off-Road Driving

    Driving tips Off-road driving DANGER If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate Important safety notes ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the WARNING vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle If you drive on a steep incline at an angle or becomes trapped in snow.
  • Page 183 Driving tips In such situations, have the vehicle Off-road driving is only possible with the Off- checked and repaired immediately at a Road Engineering package ( page 199). qualified specialist workshop. If on con- The following driving systems are specially tinuing your journey you notice that driving adapted for driving over easily negotiable off- safety is impaired, pull over and stop the...

  • Page 184: Driving On Sand

    Driving tips function cannot hold the vehicle on such sur- bodywork structure, steering, chassis and faces. exhaust system for damage. After driving in sand, mud, gravel, water or Checklist before driving off-road similar dirty conditions, have the following checked and cleaned: Engine oil level: check the engine oil level brake discs and add oil if necessary.

  • Page 185: Approach/Departure Angle

    Driving tips Otherwise, your vehicle could be damaged Use the left-hand steering wheel paddle or bottom out and get stuck. shifter to shift to a lower gear appropriate to the gradient. Observe the following rules when driving Use the left-hand steering wheel paddle along ruts in off-road terrain or on roads with shifter to shift into a lower gear in good time loose gravel:...

  • Page 186: Cruise Control Lever

    Driving systems Activate DSR. If this is not sufficient, brake is only an aid. You are responsible for the dis- gently. When doing so, make sure that the tance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, vehicle is facing in the direction of the line for braking in good time and for staying in of fall.

  • Page 187: Deactivating

    Driving systems Storing, maintaining and calling up a Setting a speed speed Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to Storing and maintaining the current the speed set. speed Press the cruise control lever up : for a You can store the current speed if you are higher speed or down ? for a lower speed.

  • Page 188: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Important safety notes trol Off message in the multifunction dis- play for approximately five seconds. WARNING When you switch off the engine, the last DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to: speed stored is cleared. people or animals stationary obstacles on the road, e.g. stop- DISTRONIC PLUS ped or parked vehicles oncoming and crossing traffic...

  • Page 189: Driving Systems

    Driving systems To prevent damage to the vehicle, deacti- This speed may: vate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD func- be too high if you are driving in a filter lane tion in the following or other similar situa- or an exit lane tions: be so high when driving in the right-hand when towing the vehicle...
  • Page 190 Driving systems If you want to pull away with the driver's door must be closed when you shift from P to D or your seat belt must be DISTRONIC PLUS: remove your foot from fastened. the brake pedal. the front-passenger door and rear doors Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards must be closed.

  • Page 191: Stopping

    Driving systems If these conditions are fulfilled, your vehicle is When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, the accelerated. Acceleration will be interrupted transmission is shifted automatically to posi- if changing lanes takes too long or if the dis- tion P if: tance between your vehicle and the vehicle in the driver's seat belt is not fastened and the front becomes too small.

  • Page 192: Deactivating

    Driving systems press the cruise control lever up : or To increase: turn control = in direc- down ? to the pressure point. tion ;. The last stored speed increases or decrea- DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater ses in 1 mph (1 km/h) increments. distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front.

  • Page 193: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems you pull the cruise control lever towards you in order to pull away and the front- passenger door or one of the rear doors is open the vehicle is skidding you activate Active Parking Assist If DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated, you will hear a warning tone.

  • Page 194: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems Other vehicles changing lanes Select the Assistance Graphic function using the on-board computer page 227). Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS General notes The following contains descriptions of certain road and traffic conditions in which you must be particularly attentive. In such situations, brake if necessary.

  • Page 195: Hold Function

    Driving systems Important safety notes detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obstacle or stationary vehicle, DISTRONIC WARNING PLUS will not brake for these. When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away Crossing vehicles despite being braked by the HOLD function if: there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply.

  • Page 196: Deactivating

    Driving systems Activating the HOLD function When the HOLD function is activated, the transmission is shifted automatically to posi- tion P if: the driver's seat belt is not fastened and the driver's door is open. the engine is switched off, unless it is auto- matically switched off by the ECO start/ stop function.

  • Page 197: Race Start (Amg Vehicles)

    Driving systems Depress the brake pedal firmly with your Observe the safety notes on driving safety left foot and keep the brake pedal systems ( page 65). depressed. Be sure to read the safety notes and infor- Shift the transmission to position D. ®...

  • Page 198: Adaptive Sport Suspension Sys Tem

    Driving systems The damping is tuned individually to each If you do not depress the accelerator wheel and depends on: pedal within a few seconds, RACE START is canceled. The multifunction display shows your driving style, e.g. sporty RACE START Canceled message.
  • Page 199 Damage of this sort is not covered by the at any time by accelerating or braking. Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must remain either on the ground or Important safety notes be fully raised. Observe the instructions for...
  • Page 200 Driving systems Activating/deactivating DSR Display in the assistance graphic If you activate DSR and no speed has been set, the vehicle decelerates to 3 mph (6 km/h). You can only activate DSR when driving at speeds below 20 mph (30 km/h). Select the Assistance Graphic function...

  • Page 201: Off-Road Program

    Driving systems gram when employing a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding country roads. DSR is not available in the Sport drive pro- gram. For further information on DSR, see page 197). Press DYNAMIC SELECT button : page 157) as many times as necessary until the Sport drive program is selected.

  • Page 202: Driving Dynamics Display

    Driving systems Activating the driving dynamics display Displaying the assistance graphic Select the Assistance Graphic function using the on-board computer page 227). When the off-road program is activated, symbol : appears in the assistance graphic display. Driving dynamics display (vehicles with Off-Road Engineering package) General notes Switch on Audio 20 or COMAND;...

  • Page 203: Range Of The Sensors

    Driving systems Range The sensors may not detect snow and other objects that absorb ultrasonic waves. Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash, the compressed-air brakes on a truck or a pneumatic drill could cause PARKTRONIC to malfunction. PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain.

  • Page 204: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems Warning displays From the: sixth segment onwards, you will hear an intermittent warning tone for approx- imately two seconds. seventh segment onwards, you will hear a warning tone for approximately two sec- onds. This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance.

  • Page 205: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.

  • Page 206: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Parking tips: WARNING On narrow roads, drive as close to the park- If there are objects above the detection range: ing space as possible. Active Park Assist may steer too early Parking spaces that are littered or over- the vehicle may not stop in front of these grown might be identified or measured objects...

  • Page 207: Parking

    Driving systems Parking Active Parking Assist is switched on automat- ically when driving forwards. The system is WARNING operational at speeds of up to approximately If you leave the vehicle when it is only being 22 mph (35 km/h). While in operation, the braked by Active Parking Assist it could roll system independently locates and measures away if:...

  • Page 208: Exiting A Parking Space

    Driving systems Otherwise Active Parking Assist will be can- Parking tips: celed. The way your vehicle is positioned in the Active Parking Assist brakes the vehicle to parking space after parking is dependent a standstill when the vehicle approaches on various factors. These include the posi- the rear border of the parking space.

  • Page 209: Canceling Active Parking Assist

    Driving systems Start the engine. then have to steer and merge into traffic on your own. PARKTRONIC is still available. You Release the electric parking brake. can take over the steering, before the vehicle Switch on the turn signal in the direction has exited the parking space completely.

  • Page 210: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems if there is a sudden change in temperature, Rear view camera e.g. when driving into a heated garage in General notes winter if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed Observe the notes on cleaning page 318) if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this event, have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop The field of vision and other functions of the...
  • Page 211 Driving systems ! Objects not at ground level may appear to be further away than they actually are, e.g.: the bumper of a parked vehicle the drawbar of a trailer the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch the rear section of an HGV a slanted post Use the guidelines only for orientation.
  • Page 212 Driving systems "Reverse parking" function Reverse perpendicular parking with the steering wheel at an angle Backing up straight into a parking space without turning the steering wheel Parking space marking Yellow guide line for the vehicle width White guide line without turning the steer- including the exterior mirrors, for current ing wheel, vehicle width including the steering wheel angle (dynamic)

  • Page 213: Attention Assist

    Driving systems Wide-angle function Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in front of the parking space. The white lane should be as close to parallel with the parking space marking as possi- ble. Symbol for the wide-angle view function Own vehicle PARKTRONIC warning displays Select this view when you are driving out of an...
  • Page 214 Driving systems The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is The following information is displayed: restricted and warnings may be delayed or length of the journey since the last break. not occur at all: the attention level determined by ATTEN- if the length of the journey is less than TION ASSIST (Attention Level), dis-...

  • Page 215: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Important safety notes If necessary, take a break. Confirm the message by pressing the a WARNING button on the steering wheel. Blind Spot Assist does not react to: On long journeys, take regular breaks in good vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, time to allow yourself to rest properly.
  • Page 216 Driving systems Monitoring range of the sensors Due to the nature of the system: In particular, the detection of obstacles can warnings may be issued in error when driv- be impaired if: ing close to crash barriers or similar solid lane borders.

  • Page 217: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Collision warning Important safety notes If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range WARNING of Blind Spot Assist and you switch on the Lane Keeping Assist may not always clearly corresponding turn signal, a double warning recognize lane markings. tone sounds.
  • Page 218 Driving systems the lane markings are worn away, dark or The warning vibration occurs earlier if: covered up, e.g. by dirt or snow you approach the outer lane marking on a the distance to the vehicle in front is too bend.
  • Page 219 Useful information ......218 Important safety notes ..... 218 Displays and operation ..... 218 Menus and submenus ...... 221 Display messages ......235 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......266...

  • Page 220: Important Safety Notes

    Displays and operation sure your vehicle is operating safely at all Useful information times. If the operating safety of your vehicle is This Operator's Manual describes all impaired, pull over as soon as it is safe to do models and all standard and optional equip- so.

  • Page 221: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation Under normal operating conditions and with Tachometer the specified coolant level, the coolant tem- ! Do not drive in the overrevving range, as perature may rise to 248 ‡ (120 †). this could damage the engine. The red band in the tachometer indicates the Operating the on-board computer engine's overrevving range.
  • Page 222 Displays and operation Left control panel Press briefly: Back Calls up the menu and menu bar Vehicles with Audio 20: switches off voice-operated control of the Press briefly: navigation (see manufacturer's operating instructions) Scrolls in lists Vehicles with COMAND: Selects a submenu or function switches off the Voice Control In the Audio...

  • Page 223: Menu Overview

    Menus and submenus ë HOLD function ( page 193) Multifunction display Downhill Speed Regulation page 197) Menus and submenus Menu overview Using the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel, open the menu bar. Operating the on-board computer page 219).

  • Page 224: Displaying The Range

    Menus and submenus trip odometer : and odometer ; The ECO display is not available in Mercedes- appears. AMG vehicles. Press the = or ; button on the steer- Trip computer "From Start" or "From ing wheel to select the Trip menu.

  • Page 225: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Digital speedometer If you reset the values in the ECO display, the values in the "From Start" trip computer are also reset. If you reset the values in the "From Start" trip computer, the values in the ECO display are also reset.
  • Page 226 Menus and submenus Change of direction without lane recom- Lane not recommended =: you will not be mendation able to complete the next change of direction if you stay in this lane. Recommended lane and new lane during a change of direction ?: in this lane you will be able to complete the next two changes of direction without changing lane.

  • Page 227: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Audio data from various audio devices or Audio menu media can be played, depending on the equip- Selecting a radio station ment installed in the vehicle. Switch on Audio 20 or COMAND and select audio CD or MP3 mode; see the separate operating instructions.

  • Page 228: Telephone Menu

    Menus and submenus If someone calls you when you are in the Telephone menu menu, a display message appears in the mul- Introduction tifunction display. You can accept a call at any time, even if you WARNING are not in the menu.

  • Page 229: Assistance Menu

    Menus and submenus Redialing Displaying the assistance graphic The on-board computer saves the last names or numbers dialed in the redial memory. Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the menu. Press the 6 button to switch to the redial memory.

  • Page 230: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus For further information about COLLISION ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol- PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, see ( page 66). lowing situations: when using snow chains Activating/deactivating ATTENTION in deep snow ASSIST on sand or gravel Press the = or ;...

  • Page 231: Additional Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Press a again to confirm. Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, in the Sett. menu you have the fol- Press the : or 9 button to set Off, lowing options: Standard or Adaptive. Changing the instrument cluster settings Press the a button to save the setting.

  • Page 232: Permanent Display

    Menus and submenus multifunction display instead of the outside Press the : or 9 button to select the temperature. Daytime Running Lights function. If the Daytime Running Lights function The speed display is inverse to the speedom- has been switched on, the multifunction eter.

  • Page 233: Convenience Submenu

    Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the Press a to confirm. Acoustic Lock function. Reset All Settings? function If the Acoustic Lock function is activated, appears. the multifunction display shows the & Press the : or 9 button to select symbol in orange.

  • Page 234: Racetimer

    Menus and submenus ing temperature. Avoid driving at full engine The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a output during this time. closed race circuit. Do not use the function on public roads. SETUP You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or if the SmartKey is in posi- tion 2 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 235 Menus and submenus Overall statistics Stopping the RACETIMER RACETIMER overall evaluation Press the % button on the steering wheel. Total time driven Confirm with a. Average speed Distance covered The RACETIMER interrupts timing if you stop Maximum speed the vehicle and turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 236 Menus and submenus This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the menu. Press 9 repeatedly until a lap evalua- tion appears.

  • Page 237: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.

  • Page 238: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist), ESP (Elec- tronic Stability Program), the HOLD function and hill start assist Currently Unavail‐ are temporarily unavailable. able See Opera‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS may also have failed.
  • Page 239 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

  • Page 240: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® , BAS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction. Inoperative See COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS may also have failed. Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps may light up in the instrument cluster.

  • Page 241: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp (USA lights up. only) (Canada You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the igni- only) tion was switched off. Turn On the Igni‐...
  • Page 242 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 243 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. If you manually apply or release the electric parking brake, the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually.

  • Page 244: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA A warning tone sounds. The $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) (Canada only) warning lamps in the instrument cluster may also light up. only) WARNING Check Brake Fluid...

  • Page 245: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is temporarily inoperative Collision Preven‐ tion Assist Plus due to a malfunction. Adaptive Brake Assist may also have failed. Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Radar Sensors At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety sys- Dirty See Opera‐...
  • Page 246 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument clus- Front Left Malfunc‐ ter. tion Service WARNING Required Front Right Malfunction...
  • Page 247 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Front Passenger Airbag Disabled deactivated during the journey, although: See Operator's Man‐ an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may inter- pret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.

  • Page 248: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions indicator lamp remains lit or goes out depends on how OCS clas- sifies the occupant. If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating cor- rectly. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see ( page 51).

  • Page 249: Lights

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on: a self-diagnosis is carried out. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simultaneously for approximately six seconds the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must then light up and remain lit after the self-diagnosis.

  • Page 250: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand cornering light is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Left Corner‐ page 121). ing Light Check Right Cornering Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Light The left or right-hand low-beam headlamp is defective.

  • Page 251: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand high beam is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Left High page 121). Beam Check Right High Beam Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The left or right-hand license plate lamp is faulty.

  • Page 252: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand side marker lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Front Left Sidemarker Lamp Check Front Right Sidemarker Lamp The rear left-hand or rear right-hand side marker lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 253: Display Message

    Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. ! Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Check Coolant cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Level See Opera‐ tor's Manual Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so page 311).

  • Page 254: Display Message

    Contact a qualified specialist workshop and have the engine checked. Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. æ The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest gas station.

  • Page 255: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ç There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail. æ The fuel system pressure is too low. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking.

  • Page 256: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Lane Keeping Assist Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Operator's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. there have been no lane markings for an extended period.

  • Page 257: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt has not been Park Assist Can‐ celed fastened. Repeat the parking process with the seat belt fastened and the driver's door closed. You have inadvertently touched the multifunction steering wheel while steering intervention was active.
  • Page 258 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ rently Unavailable Possible causes are: See Operator's Man‐ the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio sta- tions or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.

  • Page 259: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise control is malfunctioning. Cruise Control Inoperative A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. - - - mph You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for example.

  • Page 260: Tires

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pres‐ Canada only: sure Soon The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or instal- led new wheels and tires.
  • Page 261 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions USA only: Please Correct Tire Pressure The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 348).
  • Page 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions USA only: Warning Tire Mal‐ function The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The wheel position appears in the multifunction display. WARNING Driving with a flat tire poses a risk of the following hazards: a flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.

  • Page 263: Vehicle

    Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Depress Brake to You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in Start Engine position N without depressing the brake pedal. Depress the brake pedal. To Deselect P or You have attempted to shift the transmission to position R or D N, Depress Brake without starting the engine.
  • Page 264 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. Service Required Do Not Shift Gears A warning tone also sounds. Visit Dealer If transmission position D is selected: Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the transmission from position D.

  • Page 265: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The auxiliary battery for the automatic transmission is no longer Auxiliary Battery Malfunction being charged. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Until then, set the transmission to position P before you switch off the engine.

  • Page 266: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds. Close all the doors. Ð The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Power Steering Mal‐ WARNING function See Oper‐ ator's Manual You will need to use more force to steer.

  • Page 267: Smartkey

    Display messages SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct SmartKey. Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle  The SmartKey is in the ignition lock. Remove the SmartKey. Take Your Key from Ignition Â...

  • Page 268: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  The SmartKey is currently undetected. Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle. Key Not Detected If the SmartKey still cannot be detected: (white display mes- sage) Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.

  • Page 269: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The red seat belt warn- Fasten your seat belt ( page 46). ing lamp lights up after The warning lamp goes out.

  • Page 270: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake system is malfunctioning. The yellow brake sys- WARNING tem warning lamp The braking characteristics may be affected. lights up while the There is a risk of an accident. engine is running.

  • Page 271: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunc- tion. Therefore, BAS (Brake Assist), COLLISION PREVENTION The yellow ABS warning ® ASSIST PLUS, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), the HOLD func- lamp is lit while the tion and hill start assist are also deactivated, for example.
  • Page 272 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS is temporarily unavailable. Therefore, BAS, COLLISION PRE- ® VENTION ASSIST PLUS, ESP , EBD (electronic brake force distri- The yellow ABS warning bution), the HOLD function and hill start assist are also deactiva- lamp is lit while the ted, for example.

  • Page 273: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions EBD is malfunctioning. Therefore, ABS, BAS, COLLISION PREVEN- ® TION ASSIST PLUS, ESP , the HOLD function and hill start assist The yellow ABS warning for example, are also not available. lamp is lit while the engine is running.

  • Page 274: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warn- ing lamp flashes while Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
  • Page 275 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ å ® , BAS, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction. ® The yellow ESP ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.

  • Page 276: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display. ! (Canada only) The red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or lights up and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake...

  • Page 277: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check in the engine management Engine warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.
  • Page 278 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant warn- If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may ing lamp comes on be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunc- while the engine is run- tioning.

  • Page 279: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes ( page 311).

  • Page 280: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp WARNING (pressure loss/ Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: malfunction) is lit.
  • Page 281 Useful information ......280 Loading guidelines ......280 Stowage areas ........281 Features ..........288...

  • Page 282: Useful Information

    Loading guidelines Useful information these components to cool down before touch- ing them. This Operator's Manual describes all The handling characteristics of a laden vehi- models and all standard and optional equip- cle are dependent on the distribution of the ment of your vehicle available at the time of load within the vehicle.

  • Page 283: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas note that the load on the cargo compart- To open: pull handle : and open glove box ment floor will be increased when the load flap ;. is lashed down. To close: fold glove box flap ; upwards until it engages.
  • Page 284 Stowage areas Stowage compartment in front of the arm- Stowage compartment under the driver's rest (vehicles with automatic transmis- seat and front-passenger seat sion) WARNING If you exceed the maximum load for the stow- age compartment, the cover may not be able to restrain the items.
  • Page 285 Stowage areas To open: pull down the top of stowage compartment : by the edge of the handle. Depending on the vehicle's equipment, there may be an open stowage space above the stowage compartment. Parcel nets Parcel nets are located: in the front-passenger footwell To fold forward: gently push the backrest on the back of the driver's and the front-...

  • Page 286: Cargo Compartment Enlargement

    Stowage areas rear compartment armrest and the cupholder are folded in. They may other- wise be damaged. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 280). The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr- ests can be folded forwards separately to increase the cargo compartment capacity. Folding the rear seat backrest forwards and back Slide locking mechanism = in the direc-...

  • Page 287: Cargo Tie Down Rings

    Stowage areas Insert the seat belt into seat-belt holder :. Vehicles with the cargo compartment pack- age: to enlarge the cargo compartment, you Folding the rear seat backrest back can adjust the rear seat backrests to a 15° ! Make sure that the seat belt does not steeper angle (cargo position).

  • Page 288: Bag Hook

    Stowage areas Bag hook Pull the parcel shelf out to the rear ;. To install: place the parcel shelf on the WARNING guide rails on the left and right. The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects Push the parcel shelf evenly forwards using or items of luggage.

  • Page 289: Cargo Compartment Floor Important Safety Notes

    Stowage areas The cargo net is located in the stowage space Detach guide rod : from bracket ;. under the cargo compartment floor To stow: press the red button on the upper page 287). and lower guide rod. Open both Velcro fasteners and remove the Fold the cargo net and roll it up.

  • Page 290: Important Safety Notes

    Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you stationary. Only use the cup holder for con- only use roof carriers that have been tested tainers of the right size.

  • Page 291: Features

    Features Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in such situations. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets. Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey. Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or too large in the cargo compartment.

  • Page 292: Ashtray

    Features ashtray is properly engaged. Otherwise, the Sun visors stowage space could be damaged. Overview WARNING If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded up when the vehicle is in motion, you could be blinded by incident light. There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 293: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Cigarette lighter 12 V sockets General notes WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni- heating element or the socket of the cigarette tion lock ( page 149). lighter.

  • Page 294: Audio

    Socket in the rear-compartment center If you have questions about the activation, console contact one of the following telephone hot- lines: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 Canada: Customer Service at 1-888-923-8367 Shortly after successfully registering with the service, a user ID and password will be sent to you by post.

  • Page 295: Emergency Call

    If you have questions about the activation, Have the system checked at the nearest contact one of the following telephone hot- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact lines: the following service hotlines: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance...

  • Page 296: Roadside Assistance Button

    SOS button flashes con- tinuously. Call Failed message appears in the multifunction display and must be confirmed. In this case, summon assistance by other means. Press Roadside Assistance button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center.

  • Page 297: Mb Info Call Button

    Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle occupants. Press MB Info call button :. From the remote malfunction diagnosis, the This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center Customer Assistance Center. can ascertain the nature of the problem The indicator lamp in MB Info call button : page 298).
  • Page 298 When a call is initiated, the audio system vehicle, about the nearest authorized is muted. The mobile phone is no longer Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod- connected to COMAND. However, if you ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz. want to use your mobile phone, do so only...

  • Page 299: Search & Send

    Specifying and sending the destination If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehi- address cles with mbrace and activated mbrace Go to the website http:// accounts: www.maps.google.com and enter a desti-...

  • Page 300: Vehicle Health Check

    You will be asked for your password. Android) Return to your vehicle at the time agreed To do this, you will need your identification upon with the Mercedes-Benz Customer number and password. Assistance Center. The vehicle remote closing feature is...

  • Page 301: Downloading Routes

    Features If vehicle data needs to be transferred during Another function of the Vehicle Health Check an MB Info call or a Roadside Assistance call, is the transfer of service data to the Customer this is initiated by the Customer Assistance Assistance Center.

  • Page 302: General Notes

    Alternatively, you can call the following tele- USA only: these settings can be called up phone assistance services: under "Owners Online" at http:// USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance www.mbusa.com. Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Alternatively, you can trigger an MB Info call Canada: Customer Service at...

  • Page 303: Important Safety Notes

    Features Notes on the declaration of conformity Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- page 25). tion lock ( page 149). USA: FCC ID: CB2HMIHL4 Select one of buttons ; to ? to use to control the garage door drive. Canada: IC: 279B-HMIHL4 To start programing mode: press and Important safety notes...

  • Page 304: Synchronizing The Rolling Code

    Features Synchronizing the rolling code Proceed as follows: Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" if you live in Canada page 301). if you have difficulties programing the If the garage door system uses a rolling code, garage door opener (regardless of where you will also have to synchronize the garage you live) when using the programing steps.

  • Page 305: Calling Up

    Features whether it is supported. The transmitter Garage door system with a rolling code: frequency can usually be found on the back indicator lamp : flashes green. of the garage door drive remote control. The transmitter will transmit a signal as The integrated garage door opener is com- long as the button is pressed.

  • Page 306: Magnetic Field Zone Maps

    Features Magnetic field zone maps To receive a correct compass display reading, the magnetic field zone must be set and the North America compass calibrated. Setting the compass Set your location using the magnetic field zone maps ( page 304). Push a round pen into opening = for approximately three seconds.
  • Page 307 Features the driver's footwell. Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place floormats on top of one another. Slide the seat backwards. To install: place the floormat in the foot- well.
  • Page 309 Useful information ......308 Engine compartment ......308 ASSYST PLUS ........312 Care ............ 313...

  • Page 310: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all components. Certain components, such as models and all standard and optional equip- the radiator fan, may continue to run or start ment of your vehicle available at the time of again suddenly when the ignition is off.

  • Page 311: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Pull support strut ? out of bracket A. ! Make sure that the windshield wipers are not folded away from the windshield. You Lift up support strut ? and insert it into could otherwise damage the windshield yellow retaining clip =. wipers or the hood.

  • Page 312: Engine Oil Adding

    You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is Example...

  • Page 313: Windshield Washer System

    ! The coolant may only be checked and cor- If necessary, add coolant that has been tes- rected when the engine is cool (coolant ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. temperature below 104 ‡ (40 †). Check- ing the coolant when the coolant tempera- Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far ture is above 104 ‡...

  • Page 314: Assyst Plus

    ASSYST PLUS You can obtain further information from an Working in the engine compartment poses a authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at risk of injury. http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). Where possible, let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the The ASSYST PLUS service interval display following.

  • Page 315: Care

    The service due date appears in the multi- be checked more often. Further information function display. can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Information about Service Driving abroad Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service...

  • Page 316: Car Wash

    Use care products and cleaning agents rec- ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Otherwise, the vehicle might be damaged. You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car wash from the very start.

  • Page 317: Paint

    If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint lights surface, use the paint care products recom- seals mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. trim This is the case approximately every three to ventilation slots five months, depending on the climate con- Damaged seals or electrical components ditions and the care product used.

  • Page 318: Matte Finish

    ! Only fold the windshield wipers away from the windshield when vertical. Otherwise, Use only insect remover and car shampoo you will damage the hood. from the range of approved Mercedes-Benz care products. ! Do not use dry cloths, abrasive products, solvents or cleaning agents containing sol- vents to clean the inside of the windows.

  • Page 319: Exterior Lights

    Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Clean the inside and outside of the win- dows with a damp cloth and a cleaning...

  • Page 320: Display

    Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the Interior care ignition lock.

  • Page 321: Gear Or Selector Lever

    Make sure that the leather does not mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. become soaked. It may otherwise become rough and cracked. Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-...

  • Page 322: Carpets

    Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solu- tion. Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile clean- ing agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 323 Useful information ......322 Where will I find...? ......322 Flat tire ..........322 Battery (vehicle) ........ 327 Jump-starting ........331 Towing and tow-starting ....333 Fuses ..........337...

  • Page 324: Where Will I Find

    Flat tire Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.

  • Page 325: Moextended Tires

    Flat tire Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. properties) It is therefore recommended that you addi- General notes tionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not feature run-flat With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat properties, e.g.

  • Page 326: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tire You must not exceed a maximum speed of TIREFIT kit 50 mph (80 km/h). Important safety notes When replacing one or all tires, please observe the following specifications for your TIREFIT is a tire sealant. vehicle's tires: You can use TIREFIT to seal punctures of up to 0.16 in (4 mm), particularly those in the tire size tread.
  • Page 327 Flat tire Pull connector ? with the cable and hose ! Do not operate the tire inflation compres- A out of the tire inflation compressor sor for longer than eight minutes at a time housing. without a break. It may otherwise overheat. Screw hose A onto flange B of tire seal- The tire inflation compressor can be oper- ant bottle :.

  • Page 328: Tire Pressure Not Reached

    Flat tire If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) the specified maximum speed with a tire that has not been attained after five minutes, see has been repaired using tire sealant. "Tire pressure not reached" ( page 326). The maximum permissible speed for a tire If tire sealant has escaped, clean it off affec- sealed with tire sealant is 50 mph (80 km/h).

  • Page 329: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Benz Center. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Battery (vehicle) (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Can- Important safety notes ada). Special tools and expert knowledge are Correct the tire pressure if it is still at least required when working on the battery, e.g. 130 kPa (1.3 bar/19 psi).
  • Page 330 Battery (vehicle) Always make sure that neither you nor the Environmental note battery is electrostatically charged. A build- Batteries contain dangerous up of electrostatic charge can be caused, for substances. It is against the example: law to dispose of them with by wearing clothing made from synthetic the household rubbish.

  • Page 331: Mirrors

    Observe this Operator's Manual. WARNING During charging and jump-starting, explosive gases can escape from the battery. There is a For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- risk of an explosion. mends that you only use batteries which have Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating been tested and approved for your vehicle by sparks and smoking.
  • Page 332 Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes- Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. It permits the charging of the battery in its installed position. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further informa- tion and availability.

  • Page 333: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 334 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.

  • Page 335: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed. Connect negative terminal ? of donor battery B to ground point A of your vehicle using the jumper cable, connecting the jumper cable to battery of other vehicle B first. If the battery is fully discharged, leave the battery that is being used to jump-start connected for a few minutes before attempting to start.

  • Page 336: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting The battery must be connected and charged. ! Make sure that the electric parking brake Otherwise, you: is released. If the electric parking brake is faulty, visit a qualified specialist workshop. cannot turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ! Only secure the tow rope or tow bar at the towing eyes.

  • Page 337: Removing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or the Remove the towing eye from the stowage space. KEYLESS-GO start function: you must use the SmartKey instead of the Start/Stop The towing eye is located with the vehicle button ( page 150). tool kit under the cargo compartment floor page 322).

  • Page 338: Transporting The Vehicle

    Towing and tow-starting Depress and hold the brake pedal. axle or steering components. Otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged. Shift the automatic transmission to posi- tion N. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 149). Leave the SmartKey in position 2 in the Shift the transmission to position N.

  • Page 339: Before Changing

    ! Only use fuses that have been approved ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which fuse box when the cover is open. have the correct fuse rating for the system concerned.

  • Page 340: Fuses Allocation Chart

    Fuses seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair the operation of the fuses. Open the hood. Use a dry cloth to remove any moisture from the fuse box. To open: open the front-passenger door. To open: open clamps ;. Remove the floormat. Fold up cover : in the direction of the Fold out perforated floor covering : in the arrow and remove it.

  • Page 341: Wheels And Tires

    Useful information ......340 Important safety notes ..... 340 Operation ........... 340 Winter operation ....... 342 Tire pressure ........343 Loading the vehicle ......351 All about wheels and tires ....355 Changing a wheel ......363 Wheel and tire combinations ... 367...

  • Page 342: Useful Information

    Operator's Manual. Accessories that are not approved for your Country-specific differences are possible. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being Please note that your vehicle may not be used correctly can impair the operating equipped with all features described. This safety.

  • Page 343: Operation

    Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.

  • Page 344: Winter Operation

    Do not drive with tires which have too little form, thereby damaging the tires perma- tread depth, as this significantly reduces nently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept the traction on wet roads (hydroplaning). responsibility for this type of damage. Replace the tires after six years at the lat- WARNING est, regardless of wear.

  • Page 345: Snow Chains

    There is a risk of an accident. have been specially approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding standard of quality. For more information, please contact a qualified specialist work-...
  • Page 346 Tire pressure cold tires. The recommended tire pressures Follow recommended tire inflation pressures are valid for the maximum permissible load and check the pressure of all the tires includ- and up to the maximum permissible vehicle ing the spare wheel: speed.

  • Page 347: On-Board Computer

    Some tire pressure tables show only the rim Only screw the standard valve cap or other diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for R18. Rim diameter is part of the tire size and your vehicle onto the tire valve.

  • Page 348: Maximum

    Tire pressure pressure to the value specified for cold tires. wear excessively and/or unevenly The tire pressure would otherwise be too low. have an adverse effect on ride comfort Observe the recommended tire pressures for be more susceptible to damage cold tires: Maximum tire pressures on the Tire and Loading Information placard...

  • Page 349: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Important safety notes To determine and set the correct tire pres- The tire pressure warning system does not sure, proceed as follows: warn you of an incorrectly set tire pressure. Observe the notes on the recommended tire Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to pressure ( page 343).

  • Page 350: General Notes

    Tire pressure set the correct tire pressure. If an incorrect Tire pressure monitor tire pressure is set, these incorrect values General notes will be monitored. Also observe the notes in the section on tire If a tire pressure monitor is installed, the vehi- pressures ( page 343).
  • Page 351 Tire pressure aligned to the reference values taught-in. when the low tire pressure telltale lights up, Restart the tire pressure monitor after adjust- you should stop and check your tires as soon ing the pressure of the cold tires as possible, and inflate them to the proper page 350).

  • Page 352: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically

    Tire pressure computer refer to those measured at sea too low. The tire pressure must be correc- level. At high altitudes, the tire pressure val- ted when the opportunity arises. ues indicated by a pressure gauge are higher If the Check Tire Pressure message than those shown by the on-board computer.

  • Page 353: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Make sure that the SmartKey is in position Loading the vehicle 2 in the ignition lock ( page 149). Instruction labels for tires and loads Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the Serv. menu.
  • Page 354 Loading the vehicle Number of seats B-pillar, driver's side Maximum number of seats : indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to Maximum permissible gross vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be weight rating found on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
  • Page 355 Loading the vehicle Step 4: The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150-lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
  • Page 356 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 351).

  • Page 357: All About Wheels And Tires

    All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò (maximum gross vehi- 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = cle weight rating from 750 lbs (340 kg)

  • Page 358: Temperature

    All passenger car tires must conform to the ing point. statutory safety requirements in addition to Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum these grades. tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum...

  • Page 359: Labeling (Overview)

    All about wheels and tires Tire labeling Therefore, only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Overview tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards page 361)
  • Page 360 All about wheels and tires lated by dividing the tire width by the tire Index Speed rating height. up to 112 mph (180 km/h) Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents up to 118 mph (190 km/h) diagonal tires;...

  • Page 361: Load Index

    All about wheels and tires Load index All-weather tires and winter tires Index Speed rating up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S up to 118 mph (190 km/h) T M+S up to 130 mph (210 km/h) H M+S up to 149 mph (240 km/h) V M+S Not all tires with the M+S marking provide the driving characteristics of winter tires.

  • Page 362: Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires ble load can be found on the vehicle's Tire and Tire type code: tire type code ? can be used Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on by the manufacturer as a code to describe the driver's side ( page 351).
  • Page 363 All about wheels and tires DOT (Department of Transportation) Speed rating DOT-marked tires fulfill the requirements of The speed rating is part of the tire identifica- the U S Department of Transportation. tion. It specifies the speed range for which the tire is approved.
  • Page 364 All about wheels and tires Curb weight Tread The weight of a vehicle with standard equip- The part of the tire that comes into contact ment including the maximum capacity of fuel, with the road. oil and coolant. It also includes the air-condi- Bead tioning system and optional equipment if The tire bead ensures that the tire sits...

  • Page 365: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Occupant distribution has formed on the tires. Front tires typically wear more on the shoulders and the rear tires The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at in the center. their designated seating positions. On vehicles that have the same size front and Total load limit rear wheels, you can rotate the wheels Nominal load and luggage load plus 68 kg...

  • Page 366: Raising The Vehicle

    If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel chock, specific jack that has been tested and it can be found in the tire-change tool kit approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incor- page 322). rectly, the jack could tip over with the vehi- cle raised.
  • Page 367 Changing a wheel Before raising the vehicle, secure it from rolling away by applying the parking brake and inserting wheel chocks. Do not disen- gage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised. The jack must be placed on a firm, flat and non-slip surface.

  • Page 368: Lowering The Vehicle

    ( page 363). Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel.

  • Page 369: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    , and are marked as follows: MO = Mercedes-Benz Original MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- tain AMG tires) Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires may only be used on wheels that have been Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a cross- specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 370 Wheel and tire combinations The recommended pressures for various The tires and wheel rims, as well as further operating conditions can be found: information, can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop. on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on the driver's side in the tire pressure table in the fuel filler flap Observe the notes on recommended tire pressures under various operating conditions...

  • Page 371: Wheel And Tire Combination

    Wheel and tire combinations Tires GLA 250 Summer tires R 17 Tires Wheels BA: 215/60 R17 96 V BA: 6.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) R 18 Tires Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 18 H2 2, 3 BA: 235/50 R18 97 V Wheel offset: 1.81 in (46 mm)
  • Page 372 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires R 17 Tires Wheels BA: 215/60 R17 96 H M+Si BA: 6.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) R 18 Tires Wheels BA: 6.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 215/55 R18 95 H M+Si Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) BA: 7.0 J x 18 H2 BA: 235/50 R18 97 H M+Si...
  • Page 373 Wheel and tire combinations R 19 Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 2, 3 BA: 235/45 R19 95 V Wheel offset: 1.71 in (43.5 mm) All-weather tires R 18 Tires Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 18 H2 2, 3 BA: 235/50 R18 97 H M+S Wheel offset: 1.81 in (46 mm) R 19...
  • Page 374 Wheel and tire combinations Mercedes-AMG GLA 45 4MATIC Summer tires R 19 Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 BA: 235/45 ZR19 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.72 in (43.7 mm) R 20 Tires Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 20 H2 BA: 235/40 ZR20 96 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.71 in (43.5 mm) Winter tires...

  • Page 375: Technical Data

    Useful information ......374 Information regarding technical data ............ 374 Vehicle electronics ......374 Identification plates ......376 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 377 Vehicle data ........383 Vehicle data for off-road driving ..384...

  • Page 376: Information Regarding Technical Data

    Consult RF transmitters are not observed. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for In particular, the following conditions must the data for all vehicle variants and trim be complied with: levels.

  • Page 377: Vehicle Electronics

    There is no restriction for antenna positions on the outside of the vehicle for the following Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- wavebands: mum transmission outputs or antenna posi- tions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Trunked radio/Tetra 70 cm waveband 2G/3G/4G...

  • Page 378: Identification Plates

    Identification plates The data shown on the vehicle identifica- Identification plates tion plate is used only as an example. This Vehicle identification plate with vehi- data is different for every vehicle and can cle identification number (VIN) deviate from the data shown here. You can find the data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle identification plate.

  • Page 379: Service Products And Filling Capaci- Ties

    Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill ges- tures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appropriate section. Information on tested and approved products can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.

  • Page 380: Grade (Gasoline)

    Service products and filling capacities the fuel system. Even small amounts of the You must make sure that fuel does not come wrong fuel could result in damage to the into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing fuel system and the engine. Notify a quali- and that it is not swallowed.

  • Page 381: Additives

    When handling engine oil, observe the impor- tant safety notes on service products page 377). The engine oils are matched to the perform- ance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service...

  • Page 382: Notes

    For a list of approved engine oils and oil filters, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Or visit the website http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. The table shows which engine oils have been approved for your vehicle.

  • Page 383: Important Safety Notes

    Let the engine cool down before you add anti- will not be dissipated as effectively. freeze. Make sure that antifreeze is not spilled Mercedes-Benz recommends coolant or anti- next to the filler neck. Thoroughly clean the freeze/corrosion inhibitor concentrate in...

  • Page 384: Refrigerant

    ! Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG WARNING oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if used. The approved PAG oil may not be it comes into contact with hot engine compo- mixed with any other PAG oil that is not nents or the exhaust system.

  • Page 385: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Filling capacities Dimensions and weights Missing values were not available at time of going to print. Mercedes‑AMG Capacity vehicles Refrigerant 23.6 ± 0.4 oz (670 ± 10 g) PAG oil 4.2 oz (120 g) Model All other models Capacity Maximum Opening...

  • Page 386: Off-Road Driving Approach/Departure Angle

    Vehicle data for off-road driving Vehicle data for off-road driving Mercedes‑AMG vehicles Approach/departure angle Maximum roof 220.5 lb load (100 kg) Maximum trunk 220.5 lb load (100 kg) All other models Vehicle length 173.9 in (4417 mm) Vehicle width 79.6 in including exterior (2022 mm) mirrors...
  • Page 387 Vehicle data for off-road driving If the load on the front axle is reduced when pulling away on a steep uphill slope, the front wheels have a tendency to spin. 4ETS recog- nizes this and brakes the wheels accordingly. The rear wheel torque is increased, making it easier to drive off.

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