Page 1 GLE Coupe Operator's Manual É29258406013ËÍ 2925840601 Order no. P292 0035 13 Part no. 2925840601 Edition B 2016...
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Page 4 Contents Index ............3 At a glance ........... 30 Introduction ......... 22 Safety ........... 38 Opening and closing ......72 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..94 Lights and windshield wipers ..108 Climate control ......... 118 Driving and parking ......133 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Index Parking .......... 191 1, 2, 3 ... ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......... 68 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Adaptive Brake Assist see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Function/notes ........ 64 tion System) Adaptive Damping System 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Function/notes ......185 drive) ..........180 Adaptive Highbeam Assist 12 V socket Display message ......
Page 6 ............376 Function/notes ......200 Audio menu (on-board computer) ..225 Audio system see separate operating instructions Bag hook ..........283 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Ball coupling see Qualified specialist workshop Installing ........213 AUTO lights Removing ........217 Display message ......248 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....
Page 7 Index Blind Spot Assist Display ........... 313 Activating/deactivating ....228 Exhaust pipe ........312 Display message ......255 Exterior lights ........ 311 Notes/function ......203 Gear or selector lever ....313 Trailer towing ......... 205 Interior ........... 313 see Active Blind Spot Assist Matte finish ........
Page 8 Index Child-proof locks Coat hooks ......... 284 Important safety notes ....58 Cockpit Rear doors ........59 Overview .......... 30 Children see Instrument cluster Special seat belt retractor ....54 Collapsible spare wheel Cigarette lighter ........ 288 Inflating ......... 363 Cleaning see Emergency spare wheel COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST...
Page 9 Hiding (on-board computer) ... 234 Driver's door KEYLESS-GO ........264 see Doors Lights ..........246 Driving abroad Safety systems ......235 Mercedes-Benz Service ....307 SmartKey ........264 Driving in mountainous terrain Tires ..........259 Approach/departure angle .... 167 Vehicle ........... 261 Driving lamps...
Page 10 Index Driving safety systems Downhill gradient ......162 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..60 Drinking and driving ....... 160 ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......68 Driving in winter ......164 Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 64 Driving on flooded roads ....163 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....61 Driving on sand ......
Page 11 Index Deactivating/activating ....139 Notes about oil grades ....370 General information ....... 138 Notes on oil level/consumption ..303 Important safety notes ....138 Temperature (on-board computer, Introduction ........138 Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....231 Emergency Viscosity ........371 Automatic measures after an acci- ®...
Page 12 Index Fording Synchronizing the rolling code ..299 Gear indicator (on-board com- Off-road ......... 164 On flooded roads ......163 puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..231 Frequencies Genuine parts ........22 Mobile phone ......... 365 Glove box ........... 279 Two-way radio ........ 365 GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (defini- Fuel tion) ............
Page 13 Index Instrument cluster License plate lamp (display mes- Overview .......... 31 sage) ........... 247 Warning and indicator lamps ... 32 Light function, active Instrument cluster lighting ....219 Display message ......248 Interior lighting Light sensor (display message) ..248 Automatic control ......
Page 14 Multifunction steering wheel Memory card (audio) ......225 Operating the on-board computer .. 220 Memory function ....... 107 Overview .......... 33 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Multimedia system 360°camera ........197 see Separate operating instructions Active Blind Spot Assist ....206 Active Lane Keeping Assist .... 209 Active Parking Assist .....
Page 15 Index On-board computer AMG menu ........231 Occupant Classification System Assistance menu ......227 (OCS) Audio menu ........225 Conditions ........46 Convenience submenu ....230 Faults ..........50 Display messages ......234 Operation ......... 46 Displaying a service message ..306 System self-test .......
Page 16 ............ 137 Warning lamp ......... 273 Parking lamps Switching on/off ......109 QR code PARKTRONIC Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Deactivating/activating ....188 Rescue card ........27 Driving system ....... 186 Qualified specialist workshop ... 26 Function/notes ......186 Important safety notes ....
Page 17 Index Rear fog lamp Reversing lamps (display mes- Display message ......247 sage) ........... 247 Switching on/off ......109 Roadside Assistance (breakdown) ..24 Rear seats Roller sunblind Adjusting ......... 98 Panorama roof with power tilt/ Rear view camera sliding panel ........91 Cleaning instructions .....
Page 18 Index Switching seat heating on/off ..98 Convenience closing feature .... 87 Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 100 Convenience opening feature ..86 Section Display message ......264 Sliding sunroof ......... 89 Door central locking/unlocking ..72 Selector lever Important safety notes ....72 Cleaning .........
Page 19 Index Steering wheel Opening/closing (automatically Adjusting (electrically) ....102 from inside) ........84 Adjusting (manually) ...... 101 Opening/closing (automatically Button overview ....... 33 from outside) ........82 Buttons (on-board computer) ..220 Opening/closing (from outside) ..82 Tank content Cleaning ......... 313 Important safety notes ....
Page 20 Index Important safety notes ....337 Increased vehicle weight due to Restarting ........337 optional equipment (definition) ..349 Tire pressure monitor Information on driving ....330 Checking the tire pressure elec- Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ... 350 tronically ........339 Labeling (overview) ......
Page 21 Index Uniform Tire Quality Grading PARKTRONIC ......... 186 Standards (definition) ....349 Permissible trailer loads and Wear indicator (definition) ..... 351 drawbar noseweights ..... 217 Wheel and tire combination ... 357 Transfer case ........150 Wheel rim (definition) ....349 Transmission see Flat tire see Automatic transmission...
Page 22 Index Warning and indicator lamps Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ..287 Vehicle ABS ..........268 Brakes ........... 267 Correct use ........26 Check Engine ......... 274 Data acquisition ....... 27 Coolant .......... 274 Display message ......261 Distance warning ......276 Equipment ........
Page 23 Index Windshield Defrosting ........128 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....... 305 Important safety notes ....372 Windshield wipers Problem (malfunction) ....117 Replacing the wiper blades .... 114 Switching on/off ......113 Winter driving Slippery road surfaces ....
Page 24: Introduction
Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
Page 25: Service And Warranty Information
Introduction systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- tions in the Service and Warranty Information ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- booklet. ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will have been specifically approved for your vehi- replace and repair all factory-installed parts in cle.
Page 26: Maintenance
Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the times and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its (USA) at the hotline number repair. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or...
Page 27: Important Safety Notes
Introduction Sports Utility Vehicle WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their WARNING software as well as wiring can impair their Due to the high center of gravity, the vehicle function and/or the function of other net- may start to skid and roll over in the event of worked components.
Page 28: Declarations Of Conformity
Qualified specialist workshop Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Industry Canada license-exempt An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali- RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the fol- fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary lowing two conditions: (1) These devices may...
Page 29: Rescue Card
Damage to a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at one of your vehicle that arises from culpable contra- the following addresses.
Page 30: Event Data Recorders
Introduction vehicle reactions and operating conditions in operation, the use of the vehicle in certain sit- special driving situations, e.g. air bag deploy- uations, and the location of the vehicle may be ment, intervention of stability control sys- compiled through COMAND or the mbrace sys- tems tem.
Page 31: Copyright
Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all liability arising from the extraction of this information by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz personnel.
Page 32: Horn
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Adjusts the steering wheel manually Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel electrically Instrument cluster Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever DIRECT SELECT lever Opens the hood PARKTRONIC warning dis- Diagnostics connection play Electric parking brake...
Page 33: Fuel Gauge
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer Tachometer Speedometer segments Coolant temperature Fuel gauge Multifunction display Fuel filler flap location indi- Instrument cluster lighting cator 8: the fuel filler cap is on the right-hand side. Information on displaying the outside tem- perature 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 headlamps ü Seat belt T Parking lamps % Diesel engine: preglow ? Coolant ® ÷ ESP R Rear fog lamp K High-beam headlamps ; Check Engine Electric parking brake (red) F (USA only) 8 Reserve fuel ! (Canada only)
Page 35 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Multimedia system display Selects a submenu or scrolls Switches on voice-operated through lists control for navigation or the Voice Control System Confirms a selection Hides display messages Mute Back Adjusts the volume...
Page 36: Upper Section
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the £ Hazard warning lamps separate operating instruc- PASSENGER AIR BAG indica- tions) tor lamp c Seat heating ATA indicator lamp s Seat ventilation ® å...
Page 37: Center Console Lower Section
Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Back button (see the sepa- rate operating instructions) Cup holder Ashtray g Switches to the favor- Cigarette lighter ites button (see the separate operating instructions) Socket Switches to the display of the Ã...
Page 38: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand Eyeglasses compartment reading lamp on/off ï MB Info call button c Switches the front inte- (mbrace system) rior lighting on Rear-view mirror u Switches the rear inte- Buttons for the garage door rior lighting on or off opener...
Page 39: 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 q Opens/closes the tail- gate r 4 5 = Stores settings for the seat, n Activates/deactivates exterior mirrors and steering the override feature for the column (memory function) side windows in the rear...
Page 40: Safety
Occupant safety The restraint system includes: Useful information Seat belt system This Operator's Manual describes all models Air bags and all standard and optional equipment of Child restraint system your vehicle available at the time of publica- Child seat securing system tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 41: 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 42: Introduction
Occupant safety the District of Columbia Seat belts all Canadian provinces Introduction Even where this is not required by law, all vehicle occupants should correctly fasten their seat Seat belts are the most effective means of belts before starting the journey. restricting the movement of vehicle occupants in the event of an accident or the vehicle rolling WARNING...
Page 43 When fastening the seat belt, make sure that: system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi- cle. The child restraint system must be appro- The seat belt tongue is inserted into the belt priate to the age, weight and size of the child buckle that belongs to the seat.
Page 44: Fastening
Occupant safety Fastening and adjusting the seat belts vehicle. Further information can be found under "Special seat belt retractor" ( page 54). Observe the safety notes on the seat belt page 40) and the notes on correct use of seat Releasing seat belts belts ( page 41).
Page 45: Important Safety Notes
Occupant safety If the driver's seat belt is not fastened after the To avoid hazardous situations, always make engine is started, an additional warning tone will sure that all of the vehicle's occupants: sound. The warning tone switches off after six seconds or once the driver's seat belt is fas- have fastened their seat belts correctly, tened.
Page 46: Knee Bag
Occupant safety Front air bags vehicle" ( page 54) in addition to the child restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions. Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent an air bag from functioning correctly. Before starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the air bag as it deploys, make sure that: there are no people, animals or objects...
Page 47: Side Impact Air 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 48: Conditions
Occupant safety Occupant Classification System opera- The system does not deactivate: tion (OCS) the side impact air bag the window curtain air bag the Emergency Tensioning Devices In the following situation, the side impact air bag and the Emergency Tensioning Device are deac- tivated: OCS has not categorized the person on the front-passenger seat as an adult or a person...
Page 49 Occupant safety WARNING protective function. A person in the front- passenger seat could then, for example, come If you secure a child in a forward-facing child into contact with the vehicle's interior, espe- restraint system on the front-passenger seat cially if the person is sitting too close to the and you position the front-passenger seat too dashboard.
Page 50: System Self-Test
Consult an authorized That person could, for example, come into Mercedes-Benz Center. Only have the front- passenger seat repaired at an authorized contact with the vehicle's interior, especially Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 51 Occupant safety passenger seat may not be used. Do not install a child restraint system on the front- passenger seat. Have the Occupant Classifi- cation System (OCS) checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist work- shop. WARNING Objects between the seat surface and the child restraint system could affect OCS oper- ation.
Page 52 Occupant safety Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" ( page 48). Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect.
Page 53 Occupant safety Method of operation Have the vehicle towed to a qualified special- ist workshop in order to have a deployed air During the first stage of a collision, the restraint bag replaced. system control unit evaluates important physi- cal data relating to vehicle deceleration or accel- It is important for your safety and that of your eration, such as: passenger to have deployed air bags replaced...
Page 54 Occupant safety the vehicle. This process is pre-emptive in when the vehicle rolls over, if the system nature. Deployment should take place in good determines that deployment can offer addi- time at the start of the collision. tional protection to that provided by the seat belt The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the direction of the force are essentially...
Page 55: Dent
Occupant safety ® ® PRE-SAFE takes the following measures Assist, PRE-SAFE PLUS will not apply the depending on the hazardous situation detected: brakes. the front seat belts are pre-tensioned. Function if the vehicle skids, the side windows and the sliding sunroof are closed. ®...
Page 56: Special Seat Belt Retractor
For this reason, system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro- Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children restraint system has been exposed to direct are generally better protected there.
Page 57: Child Restraint System
You can obtain further information about the Replace child restraint systems which have correct child restraint system from any author- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. been damaged or subjected to a load in an accident as soon as possible. Have the secur-...
Page 58: Anchors
Children in the vehicle The securing systems of child restraint systems Before every trip, make sure that the LATCH- are: type (ISOFIX) child restraint system is engaged correctly in both LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing the seat belt system rings the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings When installing the child restraint system, the Top Tether anchorages make sure that the seat belt for the middle...
Page 59: On The Front-Passenger Seat
For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child...
Page 60: Important Safety Notes
Children in the vehicle Rearward-facing child restraint system Child-proof locks If it is absolutely necessary to install a rearward- Important safety notes facing child restraint system on the front- passenger seat, always make sure that the WARNING front-passenger front air bag is deactivated. If children are traveling in the vehicle, they Only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator could:...
Page 61: 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 62: Important Safety Notes
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 that the following driving safety systems: the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) braking.
Page 63: Bas (Brake Assist System)
Driving safety systems With the help of a sensor system and a camera BAS (Brake Assist System) system, BAS PLUS can detect obstacles: General information that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time BAS operates in emergency braking situations. that cross the path of your vehicle If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking force, thus...
Page 64 Driving safety systems Function As a result, BAS PLUS may not intervene in all critical situations. There is a risk of an acci- To avoid a collision, BAS PLUS calculates the dent. brake force necessary if: Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- you approach an obstacle, and uation and be ready to brake.
Page 65: Plus
Driving safety systems Switching on/off COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS The COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is automatically active after switching on the igni- General information tion. You can activate or deactivate COLLISION PRE- Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- VENTION ASSIST PLUS in the on-board com- tion ( page 60).
Page 66: Adaptive Brake Assist
Driving safety systems Vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS: the autono- There is a risk of an accident. mous braking function is available in the follow- Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- ing speed ranges: uation and do not rely solely on the distance 4 - 124 mph (7 - 200 km/h) for moving warning function.
Page 67: General Notes
Driving safety systems The brakes will work normally again if: ® (Electronic Stability Program) you release the brake pedal. General notes there is no longer any danger of a collision. no obstacle is detected in front of your vehi- Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- cle.
Page 68: Characteristics
Driving safety systems You can select between the following states of Do not tow vehicles with 4MATIC with the ® front or rear axle raised. ® ® is activated. is only deactivated if the å warning lamp is lit continuously. ®...
Page 69: Crosswind Assist
Driving safety systems ® trailer stabilization General information ® trailer stabilization is not available in Mercedes-AMG vehicles. If your vehicle/trailer combination begins to ® ® swerve, ESP assists you in this situation. ESP slows the vehicle down by braking and limiting the engine output until the vehicle/trailer com- bination has stabilized.
Page 70: Adaptive Brake
Driving safety systems Important safety notes Pay attention to the important safety notes in the "Driving safety systems" section ® Crosswind Assist does not work if ESP is deac- page 60). tivated or disabled because of a malfunction. ® PRE‑SAFE Brake is only available in vehicles with the Driving Assistance Plus package.
Page 71 Driving safety systems Recognition by the camera system is also Always pay particular attention to the traffic impaired in the event of: situation and be ready to brake, especially if dirt on the camera or if the camera is covered ®...
Page 72: Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System)
Contact an authorized there is no longer an obstacle detected in Mercedes-Benz Center or call front of your vehicle. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 73 Protection against theft To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system is armed after approximately 15 seconds. To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed and you open: a door...
Page 74: Important Safety Notes
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 equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- Keep the SmartKey away from strong mag- tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 75: Deactivation
SmartKey The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks the between the SmartKey and the corresponding following components: door handle must not be greater than 3 ft (1 m). KEYLESS-GO checks whether a valid SmartKey the doors is in the vehicle by periodically establishing a the tailgate radio connection between the vehicle and the the fuel filler flap...
Page 76: Start Function
SmartKey To deactivate: press the & button on the The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol- lows: SmartKey twice in rapid succession. The battery check lamp of the SmartKey To unlock the driver's door: touch the inner flashes twice briefly and lights up once, then surface of the door handle on the driver's KEYLESS-GO is deactivated ( page 75).
Page 77: Important Safety Notes
74). lines must be observed during disposal. In Cal- ifornia, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening in the direction of the arrow until bat- tery compartment cover : opens.
Page 78 SmartKey Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. Insert the new battery with the positive ter- minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contaminants.
Page 79: Loss
SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Check the SmartKey battery ( page 75) and replace it if necessary the SmartKey.
Page 80: Important Safety Notes
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Smart- Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior Key. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary ( page 322).
Page 81 Doors To unlock: press button :. Unlocking and opening doors from To lock: press button ;. the inside If the front-passenger door is closed, the vehi- You can open a door from inside the vehicle cle locks. even if it has been locked. You can only open the Meanwhile, the fuel filler flap will not be locked rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not or unlocked.
Page 82: Power Closing
Doors You could therefore be locked out if: the vehicle is being pushed. the vehicle is being towed. the vehicle is on a roller dynamometer. You can also switch the automatic locking func- tion on and off using the on-board computer page 230).
Page 83: Important Safety Notes
Cargo compartment Cargo compartment Important safety notes WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate is open when the engine is running, particu- larly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compartment. There is a risk of poisoning.
Page 84: Tailgate
Cargo compartment Press the % button on the SmartKey. Tailgate reversing feature Press handle for the tailgate :. The tailgate is equipped with automatic obstacle The tailgate opens automatically. detection with reversing feature. If a solid object blocks or restricts the tailgate when automati- Closing cally opening or closing, this procedure is stop- ped.
Page 85 Cargo compartment Closing the tailgate automatically press the closing or locking button on the tailgate. pull the handle on the tailgate WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate is open when the engine is running, particu- larly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compartment.
Page 86: Limiting The Opening Angle
Cargo compartment Opening and closing Opening/closing automatically from inside Important safety notes WARNING The reversing feature does not react: to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- gers over the last 1/3 in (8 mm) of the closing movement This means that the reversing feature cannot To open: pull remote operating switch : for prevent someone being trapped in these sit-...
Page 87: Side Windows
Side windows the tailgate or pull the handle on the outside Insert mechanical key ; or a suitable tool, of the tailgate again. e.g. a thin screwdriver, into opening : in the paneling and push it in. To save the position: press and hold the The tailgate is released.
Page 88: Convenience Opening Feature
Side windows ically. However, the automatic reversing feature Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the is only an aid and does not relieve you of the ignition lock. responsibility of paying attention when closing a To open manually: press and hold the cor- side window.
Page 89: Convenience Closing Feature
Side windows Convenience opening the sliding sunroof will open for as long as the door handle is held but the door is not Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: point the tip opened. of the SmartKey at the door handle on the Notes on the automatic reversing feature for: driver's door.
Page 90: Resetting
Side windows Make sure that all the side windows and the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel are closed. Vehicles with a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel: touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle again until the roller sunblinds of the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel close.
Page 91: Section Sliding Sunroof
Sliding sunroof 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 92: Operating
Sliding sunroof WARNING during resetting At high speeds the raised sliding sunroof auto- when closing the sliding sunroof again man- matically lowers slightly at the rear. This could ually immediately after automatic reversing trap you or other persons. There is a risk of This means that the reversing feature cannot injury.
Page 93: The Sliding Sunroof
If a solid object blocks panel makes contact with a roof carrier or restricts the roller sunblind during the closing approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sunroof will process, the roller sunblind opens again auto- lower slightly but remain raised at the rear.
Page 94 Sliding sunroof Opening and closing the roller sunblind Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow = until the roller sunblind is fully closed. Keep the 3 switch pulled for an additional second. Make sure that the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel and the roller sunblind can be fully opened and closed again.
Page 95 Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof In the following section, the term "sliding sunroof" refers to the panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel. WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force.
Page 96: Correct Driver's Seat Position
Correct driver's seat position When adjusting the seat, make sure that: Useful information you are as far away from the driver's air bag as possible This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of you are sitting in a normal upright position your vehicle available at the time of publica- you can fasten the seat belt properly tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 97: Important Safety Notes
Seats Seats WARNING If the head restraints are not installed or not Important safety notes adjusted correctly, they cannot provide pro- tection as intended. There is an increased risk WARNING of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the Children could become trapped if they adjust event of an accident or when braking.
Page 98: Adjusting The Head Restraint
Seats ing the seats back. There is a risk that the Adjusting the head restraints seats and/or the objects could be damaged. Important safety notes The head restraints cannot be removed from the front and rear seats. WARNING For more information, contact a qualified spe- You could lose control of your vehicle if you do cialist workshop.
Page 99: Luxury
Seats Rear seat head restraints With this function you can adjust the distance between the head restraint and the back of the seat occupant's head. Folding the outer head restraints up or down To move forwards: pull the head restraint forwards in the direction of the arrow until it engages.
Page 100: Adjusting The Multicontour Seat
Seats Removing and installing the rear seat Adjusting the multicontour seat head restraints The multicontour seat can be adjusted via the multimedia system (see the separate operating instructions). Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support Example: center head restraint Center head restraint only: pull the head restraint up as far as it will go.
Page 101 Seats Driver's and front-passenger seat Rear seats The three red indicator lamps in the button indi- cate the heating level you have selected. The system automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes. The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes.
Page 102: Seat Heating Problem
Seats 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 consum- switched off prematurely ers are switched on. or cannot be switched Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the rear window defroster or interior lighting.
Page 103: Seat Ventilation Problem
Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat ventilation has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- switched off prematurely ers are switched on. or cannot be switched Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the rear window defroster or interior lighting.
Page 104: Steering Wheel Heating
Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electri- cally Adjusts the steering wheel height Adjusts the steering wheel position (fore- and-aft adjustment) The steering wheel can also be adjusted when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock. Further related subjects: EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 103) Storing settings (...
Page 105 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steering wheel heat- The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ing has switched off pre- ers are switched on. maturely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the switched on.
Page 106: Exterior Mirrors Adjusting
Mirrors Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature WARNING The exterior mirror on the front-passenger If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is trig- gered in an accident, the steering column will side reduces the size of the image. Visible move upwards when the driver's door is opened. objects are actually closer than they appear.
Page 107: Setting
Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out Exterior mirror pushed out of position electrically If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows: Vehicles without electrically folding exte- rior mirrors: move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually.
Page 108: Storing The Parking Position
Mirrors The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on Engage reverse gear. the driver's side automatically go into anti-glare The exterior mirror on the front-passenger mode if the following conditions are met simul- side moves to the preset parking position. taneously: Use adjustment button = to adjust the exte- rior mirror to a position that allows you to see...
Page 109: Memory Function
Memory function Memory function Storing settings WARNING If you use the memory function on the driver's side while driving, you could lose control of the vehicle as a result of the adjustments being made. There is a risk of an accident. Only use the memory function on the driver's side when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 110: Automatic Headlamp Mode
Automatic headlamp mode General notes Ã is the favored light switch setting. The light For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- setting is automatically selected according to mends that you drive with the lights switched on the brightness of the ambient light (exception: even during the daytime.
Page 111: Low-Beam Headlamps
Exterior lighting The daytime running lamps improve the visibility Press the R button. of your vehicle during the day. The daytime run- The yellow R indicator lamp in the instru- ning lamps function is required by law in Can- ment cluster lights up. ada.
Page 112: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting matically controls activation and deactivation of Combination switch the high-beam headlamps ( page 111). Turn signal High-beam flasher To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the igni- tion lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine. Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow =.
Page 113: Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Exterior lighting Cornering light function Adaptive Highbeam Assist General notes The cornering light function improves the illu- mination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning, enabling better visi- bility in tight bends, for example. It can only be activated when the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
Page 114: Overview
Interior lighting cator lamp in the multifunction display activated regardless. There is a risk of an acci- remains lit. dent. To switch off: move the combination switch Always carefully observe the traffic conditions back to its normal position or move the light and switch off the high-beam headlamps in switch to another position.
Page 115: Crash-Responsive Emergency Light Ing
Windshield wipers except when the SmartKey is in position 2 in the Replacing bulbs (vehicles with LED ignition lock. headlamps) The color and brightness for the ambient lighting may be set via the multimedia system (see the The front and rear light clusters of your vehicle separate operating instructions).
Page 116: Replacing The Wiper Blades
í Single wipe Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have î To wipe with washer fluid the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- Switch on the ignition.
Page 117 Windshield wipers Replacing the wiper blades (MAGIC When the wiper arms have reached the verti- cal position, press the Start/Stop button VISION CONTROL) repeatedly until the windshield wiper stops. Fold the wiper arms away from the windshield Moving the wiper arms to a vertical posi- until you feel them snap into place.
Page 118 Windshield wipers blade in the direction of arrow : beyond the point of resistance. The wiper blade engages in the removal posi- tion with an audible click. To remove a wiper blade: firmly press release knob ; and pull the wiper blade upwards =.
Page 119 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 wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the igni- tion lock.
Page 120: Climate Control
Overview of climate control systems depends on environmental conditions, e.g. Useful information heavy air pollution, the interval may be shorter than stated in the Maintenance Book- This Operator's Manual describes all models let. and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- Vehicles with AIR-BALANCE package: in tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 121: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Con Trol
Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 126) Defrosts the windshield ( page 128) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 128) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 124)
Page 122 Overview of climate control systems Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 126) Defrosts the windshield ( page 128) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 128) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 124) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 130) Switches the rear window defroster on/off (...
Page 123 Overview of climate control systems Directs the airflow through the footwell vents Switches the seat heating on the left-hand side on/off Optimum use of dual-zone climate control The following contains notes and recommenda- tions on optimum use of dual-zone climate con- trol.
Page 124: Rear Control Panel
Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 126) Defrosts the windshield ( page 128) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 128) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 124)
Page 125 Overview of climate control systems Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 126) Defrosts the windshield ( page 128) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 130) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 124) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 129)
Page 126: Cooling With Air Dehumidification
Operating the climate control systems Optimum use of 3-zone automatic cli- Operating the climate control sys- mate control tems The following contains instructions and recom- Activating/deactivating climate con- mendations to enable you to get the most out of trol your 3-zone automatic climate control. Activate climate control using the Ã...
Page 127 Operating the climate control systems Condensation may drip from the underside of the vehicle when it is in cooling mode. This is normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc- tion. Switching on/off To activate: press the ¿ or Á button. The indicator lamp in the ¿...
Page 128: Air Flow
Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp in the Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a mal- ¿ or Á button function. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 129: Setting The Air Distribution
Operating the climate control systems 3-zone automatic climate control Setting the air distribution Air distribution settings Front control panel P Directs the airflow through the center vents O Directs air through the footwell air vents S Directs the airflow through the center and footwell vents ¯...
Page 130: Defrosting The Windshield
Operating the climate control systems air distribution to the windshield and front You can use 3-zone automatic climate con- side windows trol to set the airflow in the rear compartment separately. air-recirculation mode off To deactivate: press the ¬ button. The indicator lamp in the ¬...
Page 131: Defrosting The Windows
Operating the climate control systems Defrosting the windows Windows fogged up on the inside Activate the ¿ or Á cooling with air dehumidification function. Activate automatic mode Ã. If the windows continue to fog up, activate the "windshield defrosting" function page 128).
Page 132: Ionization
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 lamps, ted prematurely or can- interior lighting or the seat heating.
Page 133: Important Safety Notes
Setting the air vents The ionization of the interior air is odorless and Setting the center air vents cannot be perceived directly in the vehicle inte- rior. You can switch ionization on and off via the mul- timedia system (see the separate operating instructions).
Page 134: Rear
Setting the air vents Setting the B-pillar air vent Air vent control Air vent B-pillar air vent When the climate control system is activated, Thumbwheel for B-pillar air vent the glove box can be ventilated, for instance to To open or close: turn thumbwheel ; to the cool its contents.
Page 135: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehi Cle
Driving Additional breaking-in notes for Mercedes-AMG Useful information vehicles: Do not drive faster than 85 mph (140 km/h) This Operator's Manual describes all models for the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km). and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- Only allow the engine to reach a maximum tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 136: Key Positions Smartkey
Driving SmartKey positions WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, SmartKey safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake.
Page 137: Removing
Driving To start the vehicle without actively using the As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the SmartKey: indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light up. Further information on situations where an the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the indicator lamp either fails to go out after starting ignition lock.
Page 138: Starting The Engine
Driving General notes Starting the engine Vehicles with a gasoline engine: the catalytic Important safety notes converter is preheated for up to 30 seconds after a cold start. The sound of the engine may WARNING change during this time. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: Automatic transmission open the doors, thus endangering other...
Page 139: Pulling Away
Driving You can also start your engine via your smart- Make sure that the engine cannot be started via phone from outside the vehicle. In this case, the your smartphone before carrying out mainte- previously selected climate control setting is nance or repairs.
Page 140: Important Safety Notes
Driving Pulling away with a trailer Hill start assist is not active if: you are pulling away on a level road or on a downhill gradient. the transmission is in position N. the electric parking brake is applied. ® is malfunctioning. ECO start/stop function Introduction The ECO start/stop function switches the...
Page 141: Automatic Engine Switch-Off
Driving Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the ECO start/stop you depress the accelerator pedal function is only available in drive programs you engage reverse gear R Comfort and Slippery. you move the transmission out of position P you switch to the Sport Plus or Sport drive Automatic engine switch-off program (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) you activate manual gearshifting (Mercedes-...
Page 142 Driving Mercedes-AMG vehicles To deactivate: in the Comfort drive pro- gram, press ECO button :. Activate manual gearshifting ( page 147). Switch to the Sport Plus or Sport drive pro- gram ( page 142). Indicator lamp ; goes out. To activate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ;...
Page 143 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again: Turn the SmartKey back to position 0 in the ignition lock.
Page 144: Direct Select Lever
Automatic transmission Additional information for drive programs DYNAMIC SELECT controller page 147). Use the DYNAMIC SELECT controller to change the drive program. Depending on the drive pro- Automatic transmission gram selected the following vehicle character- istics will change: Important safety notes the drive (engine and transmission manage- ment) WARNING...
Page 145: Drive Program Display
Automatic transmission The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns to its Neutral original position. The current transmission posi- Drive tion P, R, N or D appears in the transmission Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the direction position display in the multifunction display of arrow P.
Page 146: Engaging Drive Position
Automatic transmission With the Start/Stop button: Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: Remove the Start/Stop button from the igni- tion lock. release the parking brake. Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. shifting the automatic transmission out of Switch on the ignition.
Page 147: Accelerator Pedal Position
Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the auto- Only shift the transmission into posi- matic transmission could be dam- tion P when the vehicle is stationary aged. page 156). The parking lock No power is transmitted from the should not be used as a brake when engine to the drive wheels.
Page 148: Gliding Mode
Automatic transmission Kickdown you use the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the transmission position ( page 142). Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. use the DYNAMIC SELECT controller to Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the change the drive program ( page 142). pressure point.
Page 149: Drive Program
Automatic transmission Towing a trailer Sport Plus drive program Drive in the middle of the engine speed range The Sport Plus drive program has the following on uphill gradients. characteristics: Depending on the uphill or downhill gradient, the vehicle exhibits particularly sporty driving use left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter characteristics.
Page 150: Shifting Gears
Automatic transmission Permanent setting To use manual shifting, you have two options: temporary setting permanent setting If you activate manual gearshifting, the multi- function display will show the current gear instead of transmission position D. If manual gearshifting is deactivated, the gears will be selected automatically.
Page 151: Shift Recommendation
Automatic transmission To shift up: pull steering wheel paddle shifter ;. The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles): if the maximum engine speed on the currently engaged gear is reached and you continue to accelerate, the automatic trans- Gear indicator mission automatically shifts up in order to...
Page 152: 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 workshop immediately. All vehicles (except The transmission is in emergency mode. Mercedes-AMG vehi- It is only partly possible to engage the gears or the transmission is in cles):...
Page 153: Refueling Process
Refueling engine. The repair costs are high. Notify a WARNING qualified specialist workshop and have the Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health. fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely. There is a risk of injury. Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a You must make sure that fuel does not come gasoline engine.
Page 154 Refueling Opening the fuel filler flap Closing the fuel filler flap Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn clockwise until it engages audibly. Close the fuel filler flap. Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehi- cle. If you are driving with the fuel filler cap open, the 8 reserve fuel warning lamp flashes.
Page 155: Adding
Refueling Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.
Page 156 ISO 22241. Do not mix any additives with obtain further information from an authorized DEF, and do not dilute DEF with water. This Mercedes-Benz Center or, if necessary, contact may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas after- Roadside Assistance ( page 24).
Page 157 Reseal DEF refill canister ; with the cap. DEF refill canisters can be obtained at many gas stations or at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. DEF refill canisters are often sold with a filler hose. A filler hose that does not exactly fit...
Page 158: Important Safety Notes
Closing the DEF filler cap the vehicle's DEF tank offers no protection against overfilling. DEF may leak if overfilled. Mercedes-Benz offers a special disposable hose with overfill protection. You can obtain this from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. DEF is available in a variety of containers and recepta- cles.
Page 159: Switching Off
Parking Using the SmartKey WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- Apply the electric parking brake. cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: Shift the transmission to position P. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition release the parking brake.
Page 160: Parking Brake
Parking Depress the brake pedal and keep it is switched off. The sounds that can be heard depressed. while this is occurring are normal. Shift to neutral N. Applying or releasing manually Release the brake pedal. Release the electric parking brake. Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
Page 161 Parking Emergency braking The electric parking brake is also engaged auto- matically if: DISTRONIC PLUS brings the vehicle to a standstill or the HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta- tionary Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle stationary In addition, at least one of the following condi- tions must be fulfilled: the engine is switched off the driver is not wearing a seat belt and the...
Page 162: Drinking And Driving
Always have Drive sensibly – save fuel work on the engine carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- Observe the following tips to save fuel: mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work...
Page 163 Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with ECO display an inner and outer area. The sections corre- The ECO display shows you how economical spond to the following three categories: your driving style is. The ECO display assists you Acceleration (evaluation of all accel- in achieving the most economical driving style for the selected settings and prevailing condi-...
Page 164: Important Safety Notes
This choice of route type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. electrical consumers switched on These factors are not included in the ECO dis- Do not depress the brake pedal continuously play.
Page 165: Maintenance
The brake fluid level may be too low, if: fluid which has not been approved for if the red brake warning lamp lights up in Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an the instrument cluster and equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's you hear a warning tone while the engine is operating safety.
Page 166: Off-Road Fording
Driving tips Vehicles with the AIRMATIC package: DANGER select the raised vehicle level before driving If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate through a body of water. ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the Off-road fording vehicle.
Page 167: Off-Road Driving
Driving tips Observe the notes in the "Winter operation" sec- longer withstand the strain they are designed tion ( page 332). If the underbody paneling is damaged, com- bustible materials such as leaves, grass or Off-road driving twigs can gather between the underbody and the underbody paneling.
Page 168: Checklist After Driving Off-Road
Driving tips The following driving systems are specially journey while the symbol is displayed could adapted to off-road driving: lead to engine damage. AIRMATIC package (vehicle level) Engine oil level: check the engine oil level page 182) and add oil if necessary. DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) When driving on steep gradients, the engine page 180)
Page 169: Approach/Departure Angle
Driving tips of fire and can damage fuel pipes, brake Drive slowly. hoses or the rubber bellows of the axle joints Where ruts are too deep, drive with the and propeller shafts. wheels of one side on the center grassy area, After the trip, examine without fail the entire if possible.
Page 170: Driving System
( page 375). critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- stone on the path towards autonomous driving. Maximum gradient-climbing capability Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all...
Page 171: Activation Conditions
Driving systems Activation conditions Cruise control should not be activated when driving off-road. To activate cruise control, all of the following activation conditions must be fulfilled: Important safety notes the electric parking brake must be released. If you fail to adapt your driving style, cruise con- you are driving faster than 20 mph (30 km/h).
Page 172: Deactivating
Driving systems Setting a speed ® ® intervenes or you deactivate ESP you activate DSR Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment you shift the transmission to position N while until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to driving the speed set.
Page 173: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems is intended for use in an automotive radar In such cases, DISTRONIC PLUS may: system only. Removing, tampering with, or give an unnecessary warning and then altering the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC. Do not tam- brake the vehicle per with, alter, or use in any non-approved neither give a warning nor intervene...
Page 174: Activation Conditions
Driving systems Activating DISTRONIC PLUS In particular, the detection of obstacles can be impaired if: Activation conditions there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors In order to activate DISTRONIC PLUS, the fol- lowing conditions must be fulfilled: there is snow or heavy rain there is interference by other radar sources the engine must be started.
Page 175: Stopping
Driving systems more gently. This setting is recommended in brake unexpectedly. There is a risk of an acci- stop-and-start traffic. dent. Changing lanes Pay attention to the road and traffic condi- tions before calling up the stored speed. If you If you change to the passing lane, DISTRONIC do not know the stored speed, store the PLUS supports you when:...
Page 176: Deactivating
Driving systems Setting a specified minimum distance Depending on the specified minimum distance, your vehicle will come to a standstill at a suffi- cient distance behind the vehicle in front. The specified minimum distance is set using the control on the cruise control lever. When the vehicle is stationary and DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, position P is automatically selected if:...
Page 177: Distronic Plus
Driving systems Displays in the instrument cluster There are several ways to deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS: Displays in the speedometer Briefly press the cruise control lever for- wards :. Brake, unless the vehicle is stationary If you deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS, the DISTRONIC PLUS Off message appears in the multifunction display for approximately five sec-...
Page 178: Distronic Plus
Driving systems Assistance graphic display when Cornering, going into and coming out of a DISTRONIC PLUS is activated bend Vehicle in front, if detected The ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect vehi- Specified minimum distance to the vehicle cles when cornering is limited. Your vehicle may in front;...
Page 179: Distronic Plus With Steering Assist And Stop&Go Pilot
Driving systems Narrow vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS at traffic lights with crossing traffic, for example, could cause your vehicle to pull away unintentionally. DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot General notes DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehi- cle in front on the edge of the road, because of its narrow width.
Page 180 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are acti- Stop&Go Pilot does not detect road and traffic vated again automatically after a lane change conditions. If you are following a vehicle which is is completed. driving towards the edge of the road, your vehi- Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot do not pro- cle could come into contact with the curb or...
Page 181: Hold Function
Driving systems Deactivating Steering Assist and Stop&Go If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off Pilot the HOLD function and secure the vehicle Deactivate the DISTRONIC PLUS with Steer- against rolling away. ing Assist and Stop&Go Pilot function using the on-board computer ( page 227).
Page 182 Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must remain either on the ground or be fully raised. The HOLD function is deactivated automatically Observe the instructions for towing the vehi- cle with all wheels in full contact with the ground.
Page 183 Driving systems Deactivating DSR the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for brak- ing in good time and for staying in your lane. You are always responsible for keeping control of the vehicle and for assessing whether the downhill gradient can be managed. DSR may not always be able to keep to the set speed, depend- ing on road surface and tire conditions.
Page 184: Airmatic Package
Driving systems cant level changes, such as after the vehicle has The DSR set speed is always changed in been stationary for a long period, the engine 1 mph increments (Canada: 1 km/h incre- must be on. For safety reasons, the vehicle is ments).
Page 185: Active Curve System
Driving systems Mercedes-AMG vehicles: in the Comfort drive program when employing a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding country roads or primarily when program, the vehicle is: driving on race circuits. lowered by 0.4 in (10 mm) if you drive at DSR is not available in the Sport Plus drive pro- speeds above 112 mph (180 km/h) gram.
Page 186 Driving systems General notes Make sure no one is underneath the vehicle or Only select raised level if this is appropriate for in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arches the road conditions. Otherwise, fuel consump- when the vehicle is being lowered. tion may increase and handling may be affected.
Page 187: Amg Adaptive Sport Suspension System
Driving systems If indicator lamp ; is not lit: If indicator lamp ; is lit: Press button :. Press button :. Indicator lamp ; flashes while the vehicle is Indicator lamp ; flashes while the vehicle is being raised, and lights up continuously as being lowered, and goes out as soon as the soon as the vehicle reaches the desired level.
Page 188: Parktronic
Driving systems Sport mode PARKTRONIC Important safety notes PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors. It monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper and six sensors in the rear bumper. PARKTRONIC indicates visually and audibly the distance between your vehicle and an object.
Page 189: Range Of The Sensors
Driving systems Range of the sensors Range General notes PARKTRONIC does not take objects into con- sideration that are: below the detection range, e.g. people, ani- mals or objects. above the detection range, e.g. overhanging loads, truck overhangs or loading ramps. Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand side (example) The sensors must be free from dirt, ice or slush.
Page 190: Deactivating/Activating
Driving systems Warning displays This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance. Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Segments on the left-hand side of the vehi- Segments on the right-hand side of the vehi- Indicator lamp Segments showing operational readiness To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC The warning displays show the distance If indicator lamp : is on then PARKTRONIC is between the sensors and the obstacle.
Page 191: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. You cialist workshop.
Page 192: Detecting Parking Spaces
Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Active Parking Assist does not assist you park- space being measured inaccurately. ing in spaces at right angles to the direction of travel if: Pay attention to the PARKTRONIC page 188) warning messages during the two parking spaces are located directly next parking procedure.
Page 193: Parking
Driving systems right angles to the direction of travel. You will Stop the vehicle when the parking space sym- need to judge whether your vehicle will fit into bol shows the desired parking space in the the parking space. instrument cluster. Shift the transmission to position R.
Page 194: Exiting A Parking Space
Driving systems kept stationary without the driver having to Start the engine. depress the brake pedal. The braking effect is Release the electric parking brake. canceled when you depress the accelerator Switch on the turn signal in the direction you pedal.
Page 195: Rear View Camera
Driving systems Canceling Active Parking Assist vehicle with guide lines in the multimedia sys- tem. Stop the movement of the multifunction The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a steering wheel or steer yourself. mirror image, as in the rear view mirror. Active Parking Assist will be canceled at once.
Page 196: Display In The Multimedia System
Driving systems The emblem closes again when: you have finished the maneuvering process you switch off the engine you open the trunk Observe the notes on cleaning ( page 311). For technical reasons, the emblem may remain open briefly after the rear view camera has been deactivated.
Page 197 Driving systems Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 194). The lane and the guide lines are shown. With the help of white guide line :, check whether the vehicle will fit into the parking space.
Page 198 Driving systems Yellow guide line for the vehicle width Red guide line at a distance of approximately including the exterior mirrors, for current 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle steering wheel angle (dynamic) White guide line without turning the steering wheel Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in End of parking space...
Page 199 Driving systems yellow brackets with thin lines: PARKTRONIC 360° camera is active General notes yellow brackets with normal lines: an object is present in close range of the vehicle The 360° camera is a system consisting of four red line: an object is present in the immediate cameras.
Page 200: Display In The Multimedia System
Driving systems Activating the 360° camera using if there is a sudden change in temperature, e.g. when driving into a heated garage in win- reverse gear The 360° camera images can be automatically if the camera lenses are dirty or covered displayed by engaging reverse gear.
Page 201 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 202: Attention Assist
Driving systems You can also select the camera setting in the Red guide line at a distance of approximately exterior mirrors for the rear-facing view. 12 in (0.30 m) from the front of the vehicle Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the front of the 180°...
Page 203 Driving systems Important safety notes Select the Assistance display for ATTENTION ASSIST using the on-board computer ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the driver. It page 227). might not always recognize fatigue or increasing The following information is displayed: inattentiveness in time or fail to recognize them at all.
Page 204: Traffic Sign Assist
Driving systems On long journeys, take regular breaks in good Traffic Sign Assist is not available in all coun- time to allow yourself to rest. If you do not take tries. In this case, symbol : is shown in the a break, you will be warned again after assistance graphic display ( page 227).
Page 205: Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems Blind Spot Assist Speed limits in wet conditions General notes Blind Spot Assist monitors the areas on either side of the vehicle that are not visible to the driver with two lateral, rear-facing radar sen- sors. A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area.
Page 206: Warning Display
Driving systems cycle racks or overhanging loads. Following a Warning display severe impact or in the event of damage to the Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below bumpers, have the function of the radar sensors approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). Vehicles in checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 207: Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems Switching on Blind Spot Assist A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking. It will warn you by means of Make sure that Blind Spot Assist is activated intermittent vibration in the steering wheel for in the on-board computer ( page 228).
Page 208: Active Driving Assistance Package
Driving systems there are no, several or unclear lane markings The warning vibration occurs earlier if: for a lane, e.g. in areas with road construction you approach the outer lane marking on a work bend. the lane markings are worn away, dark or cov- the road has very wide lanes, e.g.
Page 209 Driving systems As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei- Always make sure that there is sufficient dis- ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit- tance on the side for other traffic or obstacles. uations. There is a risk of an accident. Always observe the traffic conditions care- fully, and maintain a safe lateral distance.
Page 210 Driving systems Indicator and warning display Visual and acoustic collision warning If you switch on the turn signals to change lanes and a vehicle is detected in the side monitoring range, you receive a visual and acoustic collision warning. You then hear a double warning tone and red warning lamp : flashes.
Page 211: Active Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist Either no braking application, or a course-cor- recting brake application adapted to the driving situation occurs if: General notes there are vehicles or obstacles, e.g. crash barriers, close to both sides of your vehicle. a vehicle approaches you too closely at the side.
Page 212 Driving systems The warning vibration occurs earlier if: In such cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist can: you approach the outer lane marking on a bend give an unnecessary warning and then the road has very wide lanes, e.g. a highway make a course-correcting brake application the system detects solid lane markings to the vehicle...
Page 213: Active Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems If a lane-correcting brake application occurs, A lane-correcting brake application is interrup- display : appears in the multifunction display. ted automatically if: A lane-correcting brake application can be made ® a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ESP after driving over a lane marking recognized as ®...
Page 214: Towing A Trailer
Please observe the manufacturer's operating Only install an approved trailer coupling on instructions for the trailer coupling if a detach- your vehicle. able trailer coupling is used. Further information on availability and on installation is available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 215: Installing The Ball Coupling
Observe the legally pre- scribed maximum speed in the relevant country. WARNING For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- If the ball coupling is not correctly installed mum permissible rear axle load is increased and secured, it can come loose during the when towing a trailer.
Page 216 Towing a trailer corresponding spring cotter, the trailer may come loose. There is a risk of an accident. Always install and secure the ball coupling as described. Before every journey, ensure that the ball coupling is secured with the bolt and the corresponding spring cotter.
Page 217: Coupling Up A Trailer
Towing a trailer Establish the electrical connection between the vehicle and the trailer. Check that the trailer lighting system is work- ing. Push the combination switch upwards/down- wards and check whether the corresponding turn signal on the trailer flashes. A trailer that is connected is recognized only when the electrical connection is established correctly and when the lighting system is work- ing properly.
Page 218: Decoupling A Trailer
Towing a trailer If possible, do not brake suddenly, but instead Towing a trailer depress the brake pedal moderately at first so There are numerous legal requirements con- that the trailer can activate its brakes. Then cerning the towing of a trailer, e.g. speed restric- increase the pressure on the brake pedal.
Page 219: Removing
B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle. Do not disconnect a trailer with an engaged overrun brake. Otherwise, your vehicle could Mercedes-Benz recommends a trailer load be damaged by the rebounding of the overrun where the trailer drawbar noseweight brake.
Page 220 Towing a trailer You must not charge a trailer battery using the power supply. The trailer socket of your vehicle is equipped at the factory with a permanent power supply. The permanent power supply is supplied via trailer socket pin 4. The trailer's permanent power supply is switched off in the event of low vehicle supply voltage and after six hours at the latest.
Page 221: Instrument Cluster Lighting
Displays and operation For an overview, see the instrument panel illus- Useful information tration ( page 31). This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of Displays and operation your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 222: Operating The On-Board Computer
Displays and operation Outside temperature display Operating the on-board computer You should pay special attention to road condi- Overview tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Bear in mind that the outside temperature dis- play indicates the temperature measured and does not record the road temperature.
Page 223: Multifunction Display
Displays and operation Multifunction display Press and hold: In the Audio menu: selects a pre- set list or a station list in the desired frequency range, or selects an audio track or video scene using rapid scrolling In the (Telephone) menu: starts rapid scrolling if the phone book is open Confirms the selection or display...
Page 224: On-Board Computer
Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Average speed Average fuel consumption Menu overview Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to call up the menu bar and select a menu. Press the 9 or : button to select From Start From...
Page 225: Digital Speedometer
Menus and submenus Displaying the range and current fuel multifunction display and not in the digital speedometer display. consumption Resetting values Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the menu only dis- plays approximate range :. Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the = or ;...
Page 226 Menus and submenus Route guidance not active Change of direction announced with a lane recommendation Direction of travel Road into which the change of direction Current road leads Distance to change of direction and visual Route guidance active distance display Lanes not recommended No change of direction announced Recommended lane and new lane during a...
Page 227: Operation
Menus and submenus Operating an audio player or audio No route could be calculated to the selected destination. media You have reached the destination or an inter- mediate destination. Audio menu Selecting a radio station Audio data from various audio devices or media can be played, depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle.
Page 228: Telephone Menu
Menus and submenus or : button until desired scene : has If someone calls you when you are in the been reached. menu, a display message appears in the multi- function display. You can accept a call at any time, even if you are not in the menu.
Page 229: Assistance Menu
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. Press the 6 button to switch to the redial Press 9 or : to select Assistance memory.
Page 230: Activating/Deactivating
Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to set Off, ® Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE Standard or Sensitive. Brake Press the a button to save the setting. ® PRE‑SAFE Brake is only available for vehicles When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the with the Driving Assistance package.
Page 231: Permanent Display
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering Service menu wheel to select the Sett. menu. Press the : or 9 button to select the Instrument Cluster submenu. Press a to confirm. Press the : or 9 button to select the Display Unit Speedometer / Odometer function.
Page 232: Activating/Deactivating
Menus and submenus Convenience submenu Press a to confirm. Press : or 9 to select the Daytime Activating/deactivating the EASY- Running Lights function. ENTRY/EXIT feature If the Daytime Running Lights function has been switched on, the cone of light and the WARNING W symbol in the multifunction display are shown in orange.
Page 233: Factory Settings Submenu
Menus and submenus For further information on belt adjustment, see Press the : or 9 button to select page 42). Yes. Press a to confirm the selection. Switching the fold-in mirrors when lock- If you select Yes, the multifunction display ing feature on/off shows a confirmation message.
Page 234: Racetimer
Menus and submenus SETUP You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or if the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until the RACETIMER is shown.
Page 235 Menus and submenus Press the % button on the steering wheel. This function is shown if you have stored at least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER. Confirm with a. Press the = or ; button on the steering The RACETIMER interrupts timing if you stop the wheel to select the menu.
Page 236: General Notes
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 237: Display Message
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), BAS (Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic ® ® Stability Program), ESP trailer stabilization, PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD Currently Unavaila‐ function, hill start assist, Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active ble See Operator's Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are temporarily Manual...
Page 238 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident. Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. ÷...
Page 239: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® ® , ESP trailer stabilization, BAS, PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function, hill start assist, Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Inoperative See Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are unavailable due to a Operator's Manual malfunction.
Page 240: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp lights (USA You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the ignition only) (Canada was switched off. only) SmartKey: turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock. Turn On the Igni‐...
Page 241 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 242: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) (USA or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then only) (Canada goes out or remains lit.
Page 243: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Collision Preven‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is temporarily not operational. tion Assist Plus Possible causes are: Currently Unavaila‐ the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- ble See Operator's tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or Manual other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
Page 244: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE Functions ® ® PRE‑SAFE PLUS or PRE‑SAFE Brake is unavailable due to a mal- Limited See Opera‐ function. BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist may also have failed. tor's Manual Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Radar Sensors Dirty At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety systems See Operator's Man‐...
Page 245 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 cluster. Front Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service RequiredorFront The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 246: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag is deactivated during the journey, even bag Disabled See though: Operator's Manual 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 interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
Page 247 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even bag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on...
Page 248: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 46). Lights Vehicles with LED bulbs in the light clusters: The display message for the corresponding lamp only appears when all of the LEDs in the lamp have failed.
Page 249: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Front Left Turn Signal Check Front Right Turn Signal The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is defec- tive.
Page 250: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand tail lamp is defective. Check Left Tail The rear left-hand or rear right-hand side marker lamp is faulty. Lamp Check Right Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Tail Lamp The left or right-hand daytime running lamp is faulty.
Page 251: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. 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. Clean the windshield.
Page 252: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
Page 253: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is no longer being charged and the battery charge level is too low. Stop Vehicle See A warning tone also sounds. Operator's Manual Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 254: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
Page 255: Display Message
Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone also Attention Assist: sounds. Take a Break! If necessary, take a break.
Page 256: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM The ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM is faulty. The vehicle's handling charac- Malfunction See teristics are severely impaired. A warning tone also sounds. Operator's Manual WARNING There is a risk of an accident. Drive on carefully.
Page 257: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and Currently Unavaila‐ temporarily inoperative. ble See Operator's Possible causes are: ManualorActive Lane the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Keeping Assist Cur‐...
Page 258: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is deactivated while tow- Not Available When ing a trailer. Towing a Trailer You have established the electrical connection between the trailer and See Operator's Man‐...
Page 259 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
Page 260: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DTR+: Steering Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. 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 261: Tires
Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss Soon in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installed new wheels and tires.
Page 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 263: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. The tor Inoperative No tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Wheel Sensors Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
Page 264: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. 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 trans- mission from position D.
Page 265: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The hood is open. WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 266: Smartkey
Display messages SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct SmartKey. Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle Â The SmartKey is in the ignition lock. Remove the SmartKey. Take Your Key from Ignition Â...
Page 267: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the key is not detected whilst the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 268 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed. The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
Page 269: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 270: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ®...
Page 271 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLI- ®...
Page 272: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. EBD is not available due to a malfunction. ABS, BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic ®...
Page 273 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
Page 274 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. ® , BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ®...
Page 275: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N F (USA only), ! (Canada only): the red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit.
Page 276: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
Page 277 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
Page 278: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-start traffic.
Page 279: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 280: Stowage Areas
Stowage areas Useful information these components to cool down before touch- ing them. This Operator's Manual describes all models The gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the vehicle and all standard and optional equipment of weight including fuel, vehicle tool kit, spare your vehicle available at the time of publica- wheel, installed accessories, vehicle occupants tion of the Operator's Manual.
Page 281: Glove Box
Stowage areas Stowage spaces Important safety notes WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.
Page 282: Eyeglasses Compartment
Stowage areas Stowage compartment in the front cen- Vehicles without touchpad ter console To open: pull handle : up. The armrest folds out. To open: slide cover : forwards. Stowage compartment ; appears. Vehicles with touchpad and COMAND To close: pull cover : back as far as it will go. To open: press button : at the front.
Page 283: Cargo Compartment Enlargement Important Safety Notes
Stowage areas Fold down the rear seat armrest. gory. The front-passenger front air bag could Pull the center head restraint on the rear deploy without cause, or may fail to deploy in bench seat into the uppermost position the event of an accident. This poses an page 96).
Page 284 Stowage areas Pull release handle ; up in the direction of Fold the seat cushion upwards before fold- the arrow until backrest : is fully released. ing the rear bench seat forward. Otherwise, the backrests may be damaged. Fold backrest : forward until it reaches the cargo compartment position.
Page 285: Bag Hook
Stowage areas Bag hook Securing cargo WARNING Cargo tie-down rings The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects General notes or items of luggage. Objects or items of lug- gage could be flung around and thereby hit WARNING vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly The Top Tether anchorages cannot secure a changing directions.
Page 286: Cargo Compartment Floor Important Safety Notes
Stowage areas Opening/closing the cargo compart- To remove: pull parcel shelf : in the direc- tion of arrow ;. ment floor Fold parcel shelf : up. To install: insert parcel shelf : and slide backwards until it engages. Observe the direction information on the label with an arrow and the message "FRONT"...
Page 287: Important Safety Notes
Never exceed the maximum roof load and Cup holder adjust your driving style. Important safety notes Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and WARNING approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This If you transport objects in the vehicle interior helps to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Page 288: Temperature Controlled
Features Cup holder in the front-compartment an accident. There is a risk of injury, particu- center console larly in the event of sharp braking or sudden changes of direction. Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or similar situations.
Page 289: Sun Visor
Features To switch on the heating function: press and hold button = until the red indicator lamp on the button lights up. To switch off the function: press and hold button = until the indicator lamp on the but- ton goes out. When the heating function is used, the metal insert of the cup holder is heated.
Page 290: Ashtray
Features Vehicles without a Rear Seat Entertainment Sys- Ashtray tem have an ashtray in the center console in the rear compartment. Front ashtray To open: briefly press cover ; at the top. The holder under the ashtray is not heat The ashtray opens.
Page 291: General Notes
Features Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition To open: slide cover : to its foremost posi- lock ( page 134). tion. To open: slide cover : to its foremost posi- Lift up the cover of socket ;. tion.
Page 292 Features Using the 115 V power socket socket is pulled out of the trim or is damaged or wet. There is a risk of fatal injury. Use only connector cables that are dry and free of damage. When the ignition is off, make sure that the 115 V power socket is dry.
Page 293: General Notes
If you have questions about the activation, con- Customer Assistance Center. tact one of the following telephone hotlines: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at The mbrace system 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 To adjust the volume during a call, proceed as...
Page 294: Emergency Call
The Connecting Call message Have the system checked at the nearest author- appears in the multifunction display. ized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the fol- The audio output is muted. lowing service hotlines: Once the connection has been made, the Call...
Page 295: Roadside Assistance Button
To call Roadside Assistance: press Road- mobile phone network is not available. The indi- side Assistance button :. cator lamp in the SOS button flashes continu- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- ously. tomer Assistance Center. Call Failed...
Page 296: Call Priority
Call priority To call MB Info: press MB Info call button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside tomer Assistance Center. Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency call The indicator lamp in MB Info call button : can still be initiated.
Page 297: Search & Send
3 or sliding 1 If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then the controller and confirm with 7. 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address will The system calculates the route and subse- be sent to your vehicle. quently starts the route guidance with the When the "Send"...
Page 298: Vehicle Remote Unlocking
The vehicle remote closing feature is available if If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with the relevant mobile phone network is available mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: and a data connection is possible.
Page 299: Downloading Routes
Features existing call, vehicle data is transferred to the Another function of the Vehicle Health Check is Customer Assistance Center. the transfer of service data to the Customer Assistance Center. If a service is due, the display The customer service representative can use shows a message to this effect together with the received data to decide what kind of assis- information about any special offers at your...
Page 300: General Notes
You will be phone assistance services: informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance of the selected areas. You can select the way in which you receive this information beforehand. Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes...
Page 301: Synchronizing The Rolling Code
Features Programming button on the rear-view mirror. When doing so, vary the distance between remote control A and the rear-view mirror. Programming buttons The required distance between remote con- Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" trol A and the integrated garage door opener page 298).
Page 302: Opening/Closing The Garage Door
Features with Canadian law, some U.S. garage door open- operate in the frequency range of 280 to ers also feature a "break". 433 MHz. Proceed as follows: Replace the batteries in garage door remote control A. This increases the likelihood that if you live in Canada garage door remote control A will transmit a if you have difficulties programming the...
Page 303: Floormats
Features Clearing the memory To remove: pull the floormat from retain- ers ;. Make sure that you clear the memory of the Remove the floormat. integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 134).
Page 304: Important Safety Notes
Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all models components. Certain components, such as and all standard and optional equipment of the radiator fan, may continue to run or start your vehicle available at the time of publica- again suddenly when the ignition is off.
Page 305: Checking The Oil Level
Engine compartment bug cover. The readings of the on-board-diag- Make sure that the windshield wipers are nostic system may otherwise be inaccurate. not folded away from the windshield. You Some of these readings are required by law and could otherwise damage the windshield wip- must be accurate at all times.
Page 306: Engine Oil Adding
You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accord- ance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is caused by the following:...
Page 307: Adding Washer Fluid
Where possible, let the engine cool down and If necessary, add coolant that has been tested touch only the components described in the and approved by Mercedes-Benz. following. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
Page 308: Hiding A Service Message
The service due date appears in the multi- You can obtain further information from an function display. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). The ASSYST PLUS service interval display Information about Service does not show any information on the engine oil level.
Page 309: Special Service Requirements
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- dry, rough or hard cloths ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the abrasive cleaning agents ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the solvents service work has been carried out. You can also...
Page 310: Washing By Hand
N, otherwise the Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car vehicle could be damaged. shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Vehicles with a SmartKey: Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- Do not remove the SmartKey from the igni- tle jet of water.
Page 311: Matte Finish
If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint surface, use the paint care products recommen- Always maintain a distance of at least ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the 11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the case approximately every three to five months, power washer nozzle.
Page 312: Wheels
Clean the water drainage channels of the approved Mercedes-Benz care products. windshield and the rear window at regular intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and pollen may under certain circumstances pre- Cleaning the vehicle parts vent water from draining away.
Page 313: Exterior Lights
Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e. g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Cleaning the mirror turn signals Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses.
Page 314: Camera
Care Cleaning the 360° camera Impurities combined with the effects of road grit and corrosive environmental factors may cause Do not clean the camera lens and the area flash rust to form on the surface. You can around the 360° camera with a power restore the original shine of the exhaust pipe by washer.360 cleaning it regularly, especially in winter and...
Page 315: Display
Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- For cleaning, do not use any of the following: mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. alcohol-based thinner or gasoline abrasive cleaning agents Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-...
Page 316: Carpets
Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning Only use leather care agents that have agents recommended and approved by been tested and approved by Mercedes- Mercedes-Benz. Benz. You can obtain these from a qualified specialist workshop. Leather is a natural product.
Page 317: 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 equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual. Country-spe- cific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 318: Moextended Tires
Flat tire Vehicles with the AIRMATIC package: MOExtended tires may only be used in conjunc- make sure that the normal vehicle level is tion with an active tire pressure loss warning selected ( page 183). system or with an active tire pressure monitor. If a pressure loss warning message appears Switch off the engine.
Page 319: Tirefit Kit
Flat tire Do not exceed the stated maximum speed. If you come into contact with the tire sealant, Avoid abrupt steering and driving maneuvers, observe the following: and driving over obstacles (curbs, potholes, Rinse off the tire sealant from your skin off-road).
Page 320: Tire Pressure Not Reached
Flat tire Affix part : of the TIREFIT sticker to the An emergency cut-out ensures that the on- instrument cluster within the driver's field of board voltage does not drop too low. If the on- vision. board voltage is too low, the power to the sockets is automatically cut.
Page 321: Tire Pressure Reached
There is a risk of In cases such as the one mentioned above, accident. contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- You should therefore adapt your driving style ter. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the accordingly and drive carefully. Do not exceed USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 322: Important Safety Notes
Battery (vehicle) When the tire pressure is correct, unscrew the ® For further information about ABS and ESP filler hose from the valve of the sealed tire. see ( page 60) and ( page 65). Screw the valve cap onto the tire valve of the WARNING sealed tire.
Page 323 You can also charge the battery with a charger recommended switch off the ignition. by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- always disconnect the negative terminal ist workshop for further information. clamp first, followed by the positive termi- Have the battery condition of charge checked nal clamp.
Page 324 Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger rors out once ( page 105). unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehi- cles and tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz is available as an accessory.
Page 325: Jump Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point in the engine com- partment, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point. 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 326 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 327: Important Safety Notes
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. Start the engine.
Page 328: Installing The Towing Eye
Towing and tow-starting passenger door are opened, which could lead Installing/removing the towing eye to damage to the transmission. Installing the towing eye Do not tow with sling-type equipment. This could damage the vehicle. Vehicles with differential locks: make sure the differential locks are in automatic mode.
Page 329: Emergency Engine Starting
Towing and tow-starting All vehicles In order to ensure that the automatic transmis- sion stays in position N when towing the vehicle, You may only secure the vehicle by the you must observe the following points: wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as Make sure that the vehicle is stationary.
Page 330: Fuses Allocation Chart
When closing the cover, make sure that it is cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture seep- ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz ing in or dirt could otherwise impair the oper- Center.
Page 331: Ment
Fuses To open: pull cover : outwards in the direc- Fold down cover : and close clamps ;. tion of the arrow and remove it. Close the hood. To close: clip in cover : on the front of the dashboard. Make sure that the door seal is positioned Fuse box under the rear bench seat over the cover.
Page 332: Wheels And Tires
Operator's Manual. Country-spe- Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- cific differences are possible. Please note cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- that your vehicle may not be equipped with all rectly can impair the operating safety.
Page 333: Checking
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 Marking : shows where the bar indicator monitoring systems.
Page 334: M+S Tires
Winter operation with run-flat characteristics)" section Driving with summer tires page 316). At temperatures below 45 ‡ (+7 †), the elas- Only mount tires of the correct size onto the ticity of summer tires and therefore also the wheels. traction and braking capability are reduced con- Break in new tires at moderate speeds for the siderably.
Page 335: Snow Chains
Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding if the load changes standard of quality. For more information, please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 336 Tire pressure General notes The recommended tire pressures for the tires mounted at the factory can be found on the labels described here. Operation with an emergency spare wheel: information on operation with an emergency spare wheel can be found in the general notes in the "Emergency spare wheel"...
Page 337: Notes
Tires with pressure that is too low can over- Only screw the standard valve cap or other heat and burst as a consequence. In addition, valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for they also suffer from excessive and/or irreg- your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 338: Maximum
Tire pressure Underinflated tires may: Checking the tire pressures overheat, leading to tire defects Important safety notes adversely affect handling wear excessively and/or unevenly Observe the notes on tire pressure page 333). have an adverse effect on fuel consumption Information on air pressure for the tires on your vehicle can be found: Overinflated tires on the Tire and Loading Information placard...
Page 339: Important Safety Notes
Tire pressure Information on the message display can be tire pressure. If an incorrect tire pressure is found in the "Restarting the tire pressure loss set, these incorrect values will be monitored. warning system" section ( page 337). Also observe the notes in the section on tire pressures ( page 333).
Page 340: Important Safety Notes
Tire pressure shown in the Service menu of the multifunction reached the level to trigger illumination of the display, see illustration (example). TPMS low tire pressure telltale. USA only: Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate if the system is not operating properly.
Page 341: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically
Tire pressure halt by braking carefully. Avoid abrupt steering Press the 9 or : button to select movements. Tire Pressure. The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warning Press the a button. lamp in the instrument cluster for indicating The current tire pressure of each tire is shown pressure loss or a malfunction.
Page 342: Pressure Monitor
Loading the vehicle Restarting the tire pressure monitor Radio type approval for the tire pres- sure monitor When you restart the tire pressure monitor, all existing warning messages are deleted and the Country Radio type approval number warning lamps go out. The monitor uses the cur- rently set tire pressures as the reference values FCC ID: MRXMW2433A for monitoring.
Page 343 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 plac- ard.
Page 344 Loading the vehicle able cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi- cle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity cal- culated in step 4.
Page 345 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).
Page 346: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load (maxi- 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò mum gross vehicle 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = weight rating from the 750 lbs (340 kg)
Page 347: Temperature
You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 331).
Page 348: Labeling (Overview)
All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards General: depending on the manufacturer's page 349) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may Department of Transportation, Tire Identifi-...
Page 349 All about wheels and tires description, depending on the manufacturer Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in the size description, depending on the man- Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diameter ufacturer (e.g.
Page 350: Load Index
All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehi- cle from exceeding the following speeds: All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG GLE 63): 130 mph (210 km/h) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 vehicles: 155 mph (250 km/h) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 with increased top speed: 174 mph (280 km/h) The speed rating of tires mounted at the factory may be higher than the maximum speed that the...
Page 351: Characteristics
All about wheels and tires requirements of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. Metric unit for tire pressure. 14.5038 pounds Manufacturer identification code: manufac- per square inch (psi) and 100 kilopascals (kPa) turer identification code ; provides details on are the equivalent of 1 bar. the tire manufacturer.
Page 352 All about wheels and tires Speed rating tem and optional equipment if these are instal- led in the vehicle, but does not include passen- The speed rating is part of the tire identification. gers or luggage. It specifies the speed range for which the tire is approved.
Page 353: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel Sidewall Changing a wheel The part of the tire between the tread and the Flat tire bead. The "Breakdown assistance" section Weight of optional extras page 315) contains information and notes on The combined weight of those optional extras how to deal with a flat tire.
Page 354: Preparing The Vehicle
For information on which correct direction of rotation. tools are required to perform a wheel change on your vehicle, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Storing wheels Necessary tire-changing tools can include, for example: Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place.
Page 355: Using
To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 356: Mounting A New Wheel
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. Always use wheel bolts ; to mount the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Using other wheel bolts to mount the "Minispare"...
Page 357: Lowering The Vehicle
Changing a wheel Have the tightening torque immediately checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a wheel is changed. Mercedes-AMG vehicles with a collapsi- ble spare wheel: before lowering the vehicle, inflate the collapsible spare wheel with the tire inflation compressor. The wheel rim could otherwise be damaged.
Page 358: Tires/Wheels
Observe the notes on recommended tire pres- which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz sures under various operating conditions specifically for your vehicle.
Page 359: Wheel And Tire Combination
Wheel and tire combinations Tires GLE 350 d 4MATIC Coupe Summer tires Tires Wheels FA: 10.0 J x 22 H2 3, 4 FA: 285/40 R22 106 Y Wheel offset: 2.20 in (56 mm) 3, 4 RA: 325/35 R22 110 Y RA: 11.0 J x 22 H2 Wheel offset: 1.57 in (40 mm) All-weather tires...
Page 360 RA: 315/40 R21 111 V M+Si Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm) RA: 11.0 J x 21 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 AMG 4MATIC Coupe Summer tires Tires Wheels FA: 10.0 J x 22 H2...
Page 361 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Wheels FA: 275/50 R20 109 V M+Si FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 RA: 275/50 R20 109 V M+Si Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm) RA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.14 in (29 mm) FA: 275/50 R20 109 V M+Si FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 RA: 275/50 R20 109 V M+Si...
Page 362: Emergency Spare Wheel General Notes
Emergency spare wheel Winter tires Tires Wheels FA: 275/50 R20 109 V M+Si FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 RA: 275/50 R20 109 V M+Si Wheel offset: 2.09 in (53 mm) RA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.14 in (29 mm) Tires Wheels FA: 10.0 J x 21 H2...
Page 363: Removing
Emergency spare wheel Vehicles with a "Minispare" emergency Replace the tires after six years at the latest, regardless of wear. This also applies to the spare wheel in the emergency spare emergency spare wheel. wheel bag When you are driving with the collapsible Always observe the instructions and safety spare wheel mounted, the tire pressure loss notes in the "Mounting a wheel"...
Page 364 Otherwise, it will not fit into the Inflating the collapsible spare wheel spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz recommends page 363). that you have this work performed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized Stowing the emergency spare wheel Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 365 Emergency spare wheel in the cargo compartment, even if the ignition Inflating the collapsible spare wheel is turned off. (Mercedes-AMG GLE 63) An emergency cut-out ensures that the on- Inflate the collapsible spare wheel using the board voltage does not drop too low. If the on- tire inflation compressor before lowering the board voltage is too low, the power to the vehicle.
Page 366: Technical Data
Emergency spare wheel Technical data All models (except Mercedes-AMG GLE 63) "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Tires Wheels T 155/80 R19 114 M 4.5 B x 19 H2 Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi) Wheel offset: 1.57 in (40 mm) Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 Collapsible spare wheel Tires...
Page 367: Technical Data
Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an may cause damage to your health and the health authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the of others. Using an exterior antenna takes into data for all vehicle variants and trim levels.
Page 368: Vehicle Identification Plate
Vehicle identification plate with vehi- Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or antenna positions cle identification number (VIN) must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the antenna must not exceed the fol- lowing values:...
Page 369: Engine Number
Components and service products must be Engine number matched. Only use products recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recom- mended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appropriate section.
Page 370: Grade (Gasoline)
Service products and filling capacities Tank capacity 229.5). They have not necessarily been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Model Total capa- Other identifications, for example: city 0 W-30 5 W-30 All models 24.6 US gal (93.0 l) 5 W-40 Model Of which...
Page 371: Additives
In such stations. cases, and in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the gasoline may be mixed with the cleaning additive recommended by Mercedes-Benz. You must observe the notes and mixing ratios specified on the container.
Page 372: Important Safety Notes
367). products, cleaning agents or dust) lead to: The engine oils are matched to the performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. increased emission values You should therefore only use engine oils and oil damage to the catalytic converter...
Page 373: Notes
Information about approved brake fluid can be Engine oil viscosity obtained at any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a qualified specialist workshop and the replace- ment confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet.
Page 374: Important Safety Notes
The coolant is checked with every mainte- nance interval at a qualified specialist work- Further information on coolants can be found shop. in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Filling capacities Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 375: Refrigerant
37.0 ± 0.4 oz member. (1050 ± 10 g) Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. PAG oil 3.9 ± 0.4 oz The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with (110 ± 10 g) any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.
Page 376 Vehicle data Dimensions and weights Mercedes‑AMG GLE 63 Turning radius 38.7 ft (11.80 m) Maximum roof load 165.3 lb (75 kg) All other models Vehicle length, 192.6 in Mercedes‑Benz GLE 450 (4891 mm) AMG 4MATIC Coupe Vehicle length, all other 192.9 in models (4900 mm)
Page 377: Fording Depth
Vehicle data for off-road driving On vehicles with the AIRMATIC package, loads Vehicle width to the outer tire side- up to the maximum permissible load have no walls influence on fording capability. Missing values were not available at the time of going to print.
Page 378: Maximum Gradient Climbing Abil Ity
12% from a standstill) If the load on the front axle is reduced when Missing values for the Mercedes-Benz pulling away on a steep uphill slope, the front GLE 450 AMG 4MATIC Coupe model were not wheels have a tendency to spin. 4ETS recog- available at the time of going to print.
Page 379 The lowest weight applies. The maximum permissible trailer drawbar nose- weight is the maximum weight with which the trailer drawbar can be loaded. Limit for Mercedes-Benz-approved trailer couplings. Permissible rear axle load when towing a trailer GLE 350 d 4MATIC...

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