Mercedes-Benz B-Class Operator's Manual

Mercedes-Benz B-Class Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Supplement from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Digital form via the Internet You can find the Operator's Manual on the Mercedes-Benz homepage. Digital form as an App The Mercedes-Benz Guides App is available for free on the Apple ® App store or Google Play.
  • Page 2 Symbols Publication details In this Operator's Manual you will find the fol- Internet lowing symbols: Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- WARNING cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the Warning notes make you aware of dangers following websites: which could pose a threat to your health or http://www.mercedes-benz.ca...
  • Page 3 Model access. Available for smartphones or tab- Order lets. Country specification You can also use the Mercedes-Benz Guides Availability App: Mercedes-Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas: Design Equipment...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Replacing bulbs ........96 Windshield wipers ........ 100 Introduction ......... 23 Protecting the environment ....23 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....23 Climate control ......... 104 Operator's Manual ......... 24 Overview of climate control systems ... 104 Service and vehicle operation ....24 Operating the climate control sys- Operating safety ........
  • Page 5 Contents Maintenance and care ...... 239 Engine compartment ......239 ASSYST PLUS ........243 Care ............. 244 Breakdown assistance ..... 251 Where will I find...? ......251 Flat tire ..........253 Battery (vehicle) ........258 Jump-starting ........260 Towing and tow-starting ...... 263 Fuses ...........
  • Page 6: Index

    Index Occupant Classification System 1, 2, 3 ... (OCS) ..........44 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- lamps ..........38 tion System) Side impact air bag ......43 4MATIC Window curtain air bag ....44 Display message ......
  • Page 7 Index Audio menu (on-board computer) ..170 Audio system Back button ........214 see Digital Operator's Manual Backup lamp Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Display message ......190 see Qualified specialist workshop Replacing bulbs ....... 98 Authorized workshop Bag hook ..........227 see Qualified specialist workshop BAS (Brake Assist System) ....
  • Page 8 Index Display message ......179 Wheels ........... 247 EBD ..........62 Windows ........247 Hill start assist ....... 117 Wiper blades ........247 HOLD function ....... 146 Wooden trim ........249 Cargo compartment cover Important safety notes ....135 Maintenance ........136 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 9 Index Cleaning Connecting a USB device Mirror turn signal ......248 see also Digital Operator's Man- Climate control ual ..........213 Consumption statistics (on-board Air-conditioning system ....104 Automatic climate control (dual- computer) .......... 168 zone) ..........106 Controller ........... 214 Controlling automatically ....
  • Page 10 Driving systems ......194 see Doors Engine ..........191 Driving abroad General notes ........ 177 Mercedes-Benz Service ....244 Hiding (on-board computer) ... 177 Driving on flooded roads ....137 Lights ..........189 Driving safety system Safety systems ......179 Active Brake Assist ......
  • Page 11 Index Rear view camera ......155 Deactivating/activating ....118 Driving tips General information ....... 118 Automatic transmission ....123 Important safety notes ....117 Brakes ........... 135 Introduction ........117 Electronic Stability Program Break-in period ......113 Checking brake lining thickness ..136 see ESP ®...
  • Page 12 Index Entering an address Preparing the vehicle ..... 253 see also Digital Operator's Man- TIREFIT kit ........254 ual ..........213 see Emergency spare wheel ® Floormats ........... 237 (Electronic Stability Pro- Folding table ........223 gram) Frequencies Activating/deactivating (on- board computer) ......
  • Page 13 Index Opening/closing the garage door .. 236 Problems when programming ..235 Ignition lock Programming (button in the rear- see Key positions view mirror) ........234 Immobilizer .......... 62 Synchronizing the rolling code ..235 Indicator lamps Gasoline ..........296 see Warning and indicator lamps Genuine parts ........
  • Page 14 Index Lane Keeping Assist Lumbar support Activating/deactivating (on- Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup- board computer) ......174 port ..........86 Display message ......194 Function/information ....162 Lane Tracking package ..... 160 M+S tires ..........271 LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat Malfunction message anchors ..........
  • Page 15 Index Seat belt .......... 38 Operation ........171 see also Digital Operator's Man- Conditions ........44 ual ..........213 Faults ..........48 Multifunction display Operation ......... 45 Function/notes ......167 System self-test ....... 47 Permanent display ......175 Odometer ........... 168 Multifunction steering wheel On-board computer Operating the on-board computer ..
  • Page 16 Important safety notes ....148 Problems (malfunctions) ....151 Sensor range ......... 149 QR code Warning display ......150 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Parking assistance Rescue card ........27 see Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Qualified specialist workshop ... 26 Parking brake Applying automatically ....
  • Page 17 Index Replacing bulbs ....... 98 Installing/removing the cover Switching on/off ......94 (front wheel arch) ......97 Rear lamps License plate lamp ......100 see Lights Low-beam headlamps ...... 97 Rear seat Overview of bulb types ....96 Adjusting the angle of the backr- Rear fog lamp ........
  • Page 18 Index SD memory card Service message see also Digital Operator's Man- see ASSYST PLUS Service products ual ..........213 Search & Send Brake fluid ........298 see also Digital Operator's Man- Coolant (engine) ......298 ual ..........213 Engine oil ........297 Seat Fuel ..........
  • Page 19 Index Steering Convenience opening feature ..76 Display message ......202 Display message ......201 Steering assistant STEER CON- Door central locking/unlocking ..64 TROL Important safety notes ....64 KEYLESS-GO start function ....65 see STEER CONTROL Steering wheel Loss ..........
  • Page 20 Index Tank Tire pressure not reached ....256 see Fuel tank Tire pressure reached ....256 Tank content Tires Fuel gauge ........31 Aspect ratio (definition) ....285 Technical data Average weight of the vehicle Capacities ........295 occupants (definition) ....284 Information ........
  • Page 21 Index PSI (pounds per square inch) (def- With the front axle raised ....264 inition) ........... 285 Towing eye ......... 252 Replacing ........286 Traffic reports Service life ........270 see also Digital Operator's Man- Sidewall (definition) ....... 285 ual ..........213 Speed rating (definition) ....
  • Page 22 Index Display message ......199 Fuel tank ........210 Equipment ........24 Overview .......... 31 Individual settings ......175 PASSENGER AIR BAG ...... 38 Limited Warranty ......27 Reserve fuel ........210 Loading .......... 276 Restraint system ......209 Locking (in an emergency) ....71 Seat belt ........
  • Page 23: Index

    Index Winter driving Slippery road surfaces ....137 Snow chains ........272 Winter operation General notes ........ 271 Winter tires M+S tires ........271 Wiper blades Cleaning ......... 247 Important safety notes ....101 Replacing (rear window) ....102 Wooden trim (cleaning instruc- tions) ..........
  • Page 24: Digital Operator's Manual

    Digital Operator's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Operator's Man- The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- General notes mation about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual provides compre- Please observe the information about the oper- hensive and specifically adapted information on ation of the controller ( page 214).
  • Page 25: Protecting The Environment

    Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
  • Page 26: Operator's Manual

    Service and vehicle operation systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- Service and vehicle operation ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Warranty have been specifically approved for your vehi- The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in cle.
  • Page 27: Operating Safety

    Europe through our European Deliv- ded and/or jeopardize the operating safety of ery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an following addresses.
  • Page 28: Declarations Of Conformity

    Qualified specialist workshop comply with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the fol- An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali- lowing two conditions: (1) These devices may fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary not cause interference, and (2) These devices...
  • Page 29: Qr Codes For The Rescue Card

    If the problem is not resolved to your sat- the vehicle's operating state isfaction, please discuss the problem again with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec- incidents essary, contact us at one of the following malfunctions addresses.
  • Page 30 EDR is commercially available, Further additional functions that have been con- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly tractually agreed upon with the customer allow disclaims any and all liability arising from the certain vehicle data to be conveyed by the vehi- extraction of this information by unauthorized cle as well.
  • Page 31: Information On Copyright

    Information on copyright General information Information on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the following web- site: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource Registered trademarks ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue- tooth SIG Inc.
  • Page 32: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Climate control systems Ignition lock Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster Cruise control lever Horn Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Light switch Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Diagnostics connection warning display Opens the hood Overhead control panel...
  • Page 33: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Speedometer with segments #! Turn signals Warning and indicator lamps: Multifunction display L Low-beam headlamps Tachometer T Parking lamps 6 Restraint system K High-beam headlamps ü Seat belt not fastened ® ÷ ESP R Rear fog lamp Electric parking brake ;...
  • Page 34: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list 9 : Selects a menu Multimedia system display a Confirms the selection ~ Rejects or ends a call % Back 6 Makes or accepts a call Operates the on-board com- Further telephone functions puter...
  • Page 35: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system; see the £ Hazard warning lamps Digital Operator's Manual PASSENGER AIRBAG indica- c Seat heating tor lamps c Parking Assist DYNAMIC SELECT button PARKTRONIC è ECO start/stop func- tion...
  • Page 36: Center Console Lower Section

    Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Ashtray Stowage compartment with Media Interface Cigarette lighter Socket Multimedia system control- Stowage compartment ler; see Digital Operator's Manual Stowage compartment Cup holder...
  • Page 37: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle n Activates/deactivates the override feature for the r45= Saves side windows in the rear the seat and exterior mirror compartment settings Adjusts the seats electrically...
  • Page 38: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear com- Eyeglasses compartment partment interior lighting 3 Opens/closes the pan- on/off orama roof with power tilt/ p Switches the right- sliding panel with roller sun- hand reading lamp on/off blinds | Switches the front inte- c Switches the front inte-...
  • Page 39: Panic Alarm

    Center at 1-800 FOR-MERCEDES deploy their protective function if, at all times, all (1‑800‑367‑6372). vehicle occupants: Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use have fastened their seat belts correctly driving aids which have been approved specifi- page 40) cally for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 40: Lamps

    Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the Restraint system warning lamp front-passenger front air bag. The functions of the restraint system are PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60 sec- checked after the ignition is switched on and at onds, subsequently both indicator lamps are regular intervals while the engine is running.
  • Page 41 Occupant safety occupant in the best position in relation to the incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause air bag. injuries, for example, in the event of an acci- The seat belt system comprises: dent or when braking or changing direction Seat belts abruptly.
  • Page 42 39). always secure the child in a child restraint All vehicle occupants must be wearing the seat system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi- belt correctly before beginning the journey. Also cle. The child restraint system must be appro- make sure that all vehicle occupants are always priate to the age, weight and size of the child.
  • Page 43: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety Fastening and adjusting the seat belts To release the rear center seat belt: pull the seat belt out approximately 1 in (25 mm) Observe the safety notes on the seat belt at the belt outlet on the backrest and then page 39) and the notes on correct use of seat release it again.
  • Page 44: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety door or side window. You may otherwise be in Air bags the deployment area of the air bags. Introduction Always keep your feet in the footwell in front of the seat. Do not put your feet on the dash- The installation point of an air bag can be rec- board, for example.
  • Page 45: Knee Bag

    Driver's air bag : deploys in front of the steer- been approved for the respective seat by ing wheel. Front-passenger front air bag ; Mercedes-Benz. deploys in front of and above the glove box. When deployed, the front air bags offer addi- tional head and thorax protection for the occu- pants in the front seats.
  • Page 46: Window Curtain Air Bag

    Occupant safety 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. When deployed, the window curtain air bag enhances the level of protection for the head. However, it does not protect the chest or arms.
  • Page 47: Operation

    Occupant safety the front-passenger seat. The backrest of the If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is forward-facing child restraint system must lie as off, only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator flat as possible against the backrest of the front- lamp shows the status of the front-passenger passenger seat.
  • Page 48 The front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the checked and repaired immediately at a qualified PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- lights up after the system self-test and mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose.
  • Page 49: System Self-Test

    When the front-passenger seat is occupied, workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center always ensure that: for this purpose. the classification of the person in the front-...
  • Page 50 Occupant safety If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is For more information about the OCS, see "Prob- off, only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lems with the Occupant Classification System" lamp shows the status of the front-passenger page 48).
  • Page 51 Occupant safety Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Deployment of Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) contain perchlorate material, Devices and air bags which may require special handling and regard for the environment. National guidelines must Important safety notes be observed during disposal. In California, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/ WARNING Perchlorate/index.cfm.
  • Page 52: Children In The Vehicle

    Emergency Tensioning Device and the use of in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, the seat belt on the driver's seat and outer Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install seats in the second row a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children The side impact air bag on the front- are generally better protected there.
  • Page 53: Special Seat Belt Retractor

    Children in the vehicle restraint system manufacturer's installation Observe the safety notes on the seat belt instructions. page 39) and the notes on correct use of seat belts ( page 40). always observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant classification system A booster seat may be necessary to achieve (OCS)".
  • Page 54: Child Restraint System

    You can obtain further information about the been damaged or subjected to a load in an correct child restraint system from any author- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. accident as soon as possible. Have the secur- ing systems on the child restraint system...
  • Page 55: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle This confirmation can also be found in the instal- lation instructions that are included with the child restraint system. Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte- rior and on the child restraint system. LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat secur- ing system WARNING For LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint sys-...
  • Page 56: Children In The Vehicle

    Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than children secured in 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 57: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes

    Children in the vehicle lamp is permanently lit ( page 38) is the front- the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never passenger front air bag deactivated. leave children unattended in the vehicle. Always observe the child restraint system man- ufacturer's installation and operating instruc- Override feature for: tions.
  • Page 58: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear doors Pets in the vehicle WARNING If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they could press buttons or switches, for example. As a result, they could: activate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example activate or deactivate systems, thereby endangering other road users...
  • Page 59: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems You are responsible for maintaining the distance on the ABS warning lamp ( page 206) and dis- to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for play messages which may be shown in the braking in good time, and for staying in lane. instrument cluster ( page 179).
  • Page 60: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems You can activate or deactivate Active Brake Active Brake Assist Assist ( page 174) in the on-board computer. When deactivated, the distance warning func- General information tion and the autonomous braking function are Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- also deactivated.
  • Page 61: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Vehicles without Distance Pilot DISTRONIC: In such cases, the distance warning function the autonomous braking function is available in may: the following speed ranges: give an unnecessary warning 4 - 65 mph (7 - 105 km/h) for moving objects not give a warning 4 - 31 mph (7 - 50 km/h) for stationary objects...
  • Page 62: 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 63: Characteristics

    Driving safety systems Observe the information on warning lamps ® Only deactivate ESP in the situations descri- page 207) and display messages which may bed in the following. be shown in the instrument cluster page 179). The spinning of the wheels results in a cutting Only use wheels with the recommended tire action for better traction on loose surfaces.
  • Page 64: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft ® trailer stabilization You should therefore adapt your driving style to the different handling characteristics. Have General information the brake system checked at a qualified spe- If your vehicle/trailer combination begins to cialist workshop. ® ® swerve, ESP assists you in this situation.
  • Page 65: Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System)

    (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- tem is not operational. Contact an authorized Press the Start/Stop button on the dash- Mercedes-Benz Center or call board. The SmartKey must be inside the vehi- 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or cle.
  • Page 66: Smartkey

    SmartKey detected, e.g. when starting the engine using SmartKey the Start/Stop button. Important safety notes WARNING SmartKey functions If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: operate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: release the parking brake shift the automatic transmission out of park position P...
  • Page 67: Keyless-Go Start Function

    SmartKey Locking and unlocking You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry the SmartKey with you. You can combine the func- tions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a conven- tional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by using KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using the &...
  • Page 68: Inserting

    SmartKey There are several ways to turn off the alarm: Changing the settings of the locking system To deactivate the alarm with the key: press the % or & button on the key. You can change the settings of the locking sys- tem.
  • Page 69: Important Safety Notes

    SmartKey in the direction of the arrow HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. until battery tray cover : opens. When doing Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the so, do not hold cover : shut. battery replaced at a qualified specialist work- Remove battery tray cover :.
  • Page 70: Loss

    SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function: the SmartKey. try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control func- tion of the SmartKey.
  • Page 71 SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning. Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey. Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop. If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote con- trol function: Unlock ( page 71) or lock (...
  • Page 72: Doors

    Doors To unlock and open a front door: pull door Doors handle ;. Important safety notes If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up. The door is unlocked and opens. WARNING To unlock a rear door: pull up locking knob :.
  • Page 73: Vehicle

    Doors from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm Unlocking the driver's door (mechan- system. Switch off the alarm ( page 63). ical key) If a locked door is opened from the inside, the If the vehicle can no longer be locked or previous unlock status of the vehicle will be unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, taken into consideration if:...
  • Page 74: Cargo Compartment

    Cargo compartment Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey Always store objects so that they cannot be page 66). flung around. Secure objects, luggage or Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the loads against slipping or tipping before the driver's door as far as it will go.
  • Page 75: Opening Dimensions

    Cargo compartment Opening/closing automatically from If somebody becomes trapped: inside press the F button on the SmartKey, or pull or press the remote operating switch Important safety notes on the driver's door or WARNING press the closing button/STOP button in Parts of the body could become trapped dur- the tailgate or ing automatic closing of the tailgate.
  • Page 76: Cargo Compartment

    Cargo compartment To open: pull remote operating switch for the Tailgate emergency release tailgate : until the tailgate opens. General notes To close: turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 114). The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear Press and hold the remote operating switch when opened.
  • Page 77: Side Windows

    Side windows WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury. Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehi- cle.
  • Page 78: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows The SmartKey can also be used to carry out the following functions simultaneously: unlock the vehicle open the side windows open the panorama roof with power tilt/slid- ing panel and the roller sunblind The convenience opening feature can only be operated using the SmartKey.
  • Page 79: Side Windows

    Side windows Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function: you can do the following at the same time: lock the vehicle close the side windows close the panorama roof with power tilt/slid- ing panel On vehicles with a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel, you can then close the roller sunblind.
  • Page 80: Opening/Closing

    Side windows If the side window opens again slightly: Immediately pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is completely closed ( page 75). Hold the switch for an additional second. If the respective side window remains closed after the button is released, then it has been set correctly.
  • Page 81 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding Sliding sunroof reversing feature panel In the following section, the term "sliding sun- roof" refers to the panorama roof with power Important safety notes tilt/sliding panel. In the following section, the term "sliding sun- The sliding sunroof is equipped with an auto- roof"...
  • Page 82: Operating

    If contact is made with a roof carrier approved If somebody becomes trapped: by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding sunroof lowers release the switch immediately, or slightly but remains raised at the rear. during automatic operation, push the Rain-closing feature...
  • Page 83: Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel

    Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel opened and closed when the panorama roof Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the with power tilt/sliding panel is closed. ignition lock ( page 114). Press or pull the 3 switch in the corre- Roller sunblind reversing feature sponding direction.
  • Page 84 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Problems with the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel WARNING If you do not reset the sliding sunroof after a malfunction or voltage supply interruption, then the backing up function will malfunction or not work. The sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force.
  • Page 85: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Seats you should have a good overview of traffic Correct driver's seat position conditions the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body WARNING and is routed across the center of your shoul- You could lose control of your vehicle if you do der and across your hips in the pelvic area the following while driving: Further related subjects:...
  • Page 86 WARNING protective covers not approved by Mercedes-Benz. You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: Make sure that there are no objects in the...
  • Page 87: Adjusting The Head Restraint

    Seats Seat fore-and-aft adjustment: Seat cushion length: Lift handle : and slide the seat forwards or Lift handle ; and slide the front part of the backwards. seat cushion forwards or backwards. Release lever : again. Release lever ; again. Make sure that you hear the seat engage in The seat cushion engages.
  • Page 88: Port

    Seats With this function you can adjust the distance of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the between the head restraint and the back of the event of an accident or when braking. seat occupant's head. Always drive with the head restraints instal- To move forwards: pull the head restraint led.
  • Page 89: Seat Heating Problem

    Seats ple, seat cushions, child seats and protective covers not approved by Mercedes-Benz. When the seat heating is switched on, ensure that there are no objects on the seats. Raises the backrest contour Softens the backrest contour Lowers the backrest contour...
  • Page 90: Steering Wheel

    Mirrors Steering wheel Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Release lever Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- Adjusts the steering wheel height...
  • Page 91: Exterior Mirrors Adjusting

    Mirrors mirror using button = as long as the indicator Exterior mirrors lamp is lit. Adjusting the exterior mirrors Press button = up, down, or to the right or left until you have adjusted the exterior mirror WARNING to the correct position. You should have a good overview of traffic conditions.
  • Page 92: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni- If you come into contact with the electrolyte, tion lock ( page 114). observe the following: Briefly press :. Rinse off the electrolyte from your skin immediately with water. Folding the exterior mirrors in or out Immediately rinse the electrolyte out of automatically your eyes thoroughly with clean water.
  • Page 93: Memory Function

    Memory function Memory function Important safety notes 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 94: Memory Function

    Memory function seat and backrest position driver's side: position of the exterior mirrors on the driver's and front-passenger sides Adjust the seat ( page 85). Adjust the exterior mirror on the driver's side page 89). Briefly press the M memory button and then press preset position button 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.
  • Page 95: Exterior Lighting

    Ã is the preferred light switch position: General notes The light setting is automatically selected For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- according to the brightness of the ambient mends that you drive with the lights switched on light (exception: poor visibility due to weather even during the daytime.
  • Page 96: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting Low-beam headlamps To switch on the standing lamps: the SmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is in Even if the light sensor does not detect that it is position g in the ignition lock. dark, the parking lamps and low-beam head- Turn the light switch to W (left-hand side of lamps switch on when the ignition is switched on the vehicle) or X (right-hand side of the...
  • Page 97: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Hazard warning lamps Interior lighting Overview of interior lighting Front overhead control panel To switch on the hazard warning lamps: press button :. All turn signals flash. If you now switch on a turn signal using the combination switch, only p Switches the left-hand front reading the turn signal lamp on the corresponding lamp on or off...
  • Page 98: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Use bulbs only in closed lamps that have been Interior lighting control designed for this purpose. Only install spare bulbs of the same type and the specified volt- General notes age. In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from Marks on the glass tube reduce the service life discharging, the interior lighting functions are of the bulbs.
  • Page 99: Using

    Replacing bulbs You must remove the cover of the front wheel housing before you can change the front turn signal lamp. To remove: switch off the lights. Turn the front wheels inwards. Turn rotary knob : through 90°. Cover ; is released. Push cover ;...
  • Page 100: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs High-beam headlamps (halogen head- Remove the cover in the front wheel housing page 97). lamps) Turn handle extension ; counter-clockwise and pull it out of holder :. Press the bulb gently, turn it counter-clock- wise and remove it. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder :.
  • Page 101: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Bulb holder Reach under the right-hand side of trim B and lightly tug along the entire length of the Backup lamp G: pull the bulb out of bulb trim in order to unclip A it. holder E. Pull out connector C of the surround lighting Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder.
  • Page 102: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers License plate lamp Combination switch $ Windshield wiper off Switch off the lights. Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor set Open the tailgate. to low sensitivity) Apply a screwdriver to lamp lens : from the Å Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor outside.
  • Page 103: Rear Window Wiper

    Combination switch Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have è Switch the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- ô Wipes with washer fluid cialist workshop.
  • Page 104: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers Remove the wiper blade in the direction of Remove protective film : of the service indi- arrow ? away from the wiper arm. cator on the tip of the wiper blade. If the color of the service indicator changes from Installing the wiper blades black to yellow, the wiper blades should be replaced.
  • Page 105 Windshield wipers Installing a wiper blade Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated cor- rectly. Place new wiper blade ; onto wiper arm :. Position wiper blade ; parallel to wiper Hold wiper arm : and press wiper blade ; arm :.
  • Page 106: Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems Always keep the ventilation flaps behind the Overview of climate control systems side paneling in the cargo compartment clear. Otherwise the vehicle will not be ventilated cor- General notes rectly. Observe the settings recommended on the fol- Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during lowing pages.
  • Page 107: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems Sets the air distribution ( page 108) Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 111) Sets the airflow ( page 109) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 107) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 110) Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g.
  • Page 108 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Sets the temperature, left ( page 108) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 108) Defrosts the windshield ( page 109) Increases the airflow ( page 109) Sets the air distribution ( page 108) Display Switches air-recirculation mode on/off (...
  • Page 109: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Dual-zone automatic climate control system display; see Digital Operator's Man- ual. You will see the current settings of the Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- various climate control functions. tion lock ( page 114).
  • Page 110: Indicator Lamp

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The indicator lamp in the Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a mal- ¿ button flashes function. three times or remains Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 111: Defrosting The Windshield

    Operating the climate control systems You can also activate several air distribution Setting the airflow settings simultaneously. To do this, press Air-conditioning system multiple air distribution buttons. The air is then directed through various vents. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- Regardless of the air distribution setting, tion lock ( page 114).
  • Page 112: Defrosting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems The climate control system switches to the You should only select this setting until the following functions: windshield is clear again. high airflow Dual-zone automatic climate control high temperature Activate the ¿ "Cooling with air dehumid- air distribution to the windshield and front ification"...
  • Page 113: Problem With The Rear Window Defroster

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M 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 114: Air Vents

    Air vents The indicator lamp in the button indicates that Setting the air vents the respective function is activated. Residual heat is deactivated automatically: after approximately 30 minutes when the ignition is switched on if the battery voltage drops Air vents Important safety notes WARNING Side window defroster vent...
  • Page 115: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehicle

    Driving Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident. Important safety notes Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are The sensor system of some driving and driving stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter safety systems adjusts automatically while a the driver's footwell.
  • Page 116 Driving Where possible, avoid spinning the drive Key positions in the ignition lock. This is only the wheels when pulling away on slippery roads. case if you are not depressing the brake pedal. You could otherwise damage the drive train. If you depress the brake pedal and press the Start/Stop button, the engine starts immedi- ately.
  • Page 117: Removing

    Driving As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the Starting the engine indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light Important safety notes For further information on situations in which an WARNING indicator lamp either fails to go out after the engine is started or lights up while driving, If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, please refer to "Warning and indicator lamps in...
  • Page 118: Starting The Engine

    Driving General notes You can also start your engine via your smart- phone from outside the vehicle. In this case, the During a cold start, the engine runs at higher previously selected climate control setting is speeds to enable the catalytic converter to activated.
  • Page 119: Pulling Away

    Driving Hill start assist Make sure that the engine cannot be started via your smartphone before carrying out mainte- Hill start assist helps you when pulling away nance or repairs. You can prevent an engine forward or in reverse on an uphill gradient. It start via your smartphone, for example, if you: holds the vehicle for a short time after you have switch on the hazard warning lamps...
  • Page 120: Automatic Engine Switch-Off

    Driving General notes Automatic engine switch-off can take place a maximum of four times in a row (initial stop, then three subsequent stops). Automatic engine start The engine starts automatically if: you switch off the ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO button ECO start/stop display (example: color mul- in transmission position D or N the brake tifunction display)
  • Page 121 Driving not be switched off automatically when the vehi- cle stops. Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 147) or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC ( page 144).
  • Page 122: Dynamic Select Button

    DYNAMIC SELECT button Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine is not running There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical smoothly and is misfir- component of the engine management system. ing. Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic converter and damage it.
  • Page 123: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission sion position display in the multifunction display Automatic transmission page 121). Important safety notes Transmission position and drive pro- WARNING gram display If the engine speed is above the idling speed The current transmission position and drive pro- and you engage transmission position D or R, gram appear in the multifunction display.
  • Page 124: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission j into another transmission position when the Additionally, children could set the vehicle in engine is running. motion if, for example, they: In order to shift from park position j directly release the parking brake into k or h: shift the automatic transmission out of park depress the brake pedal and position P...
  • Page 125: Changing Gear

    Automatic transmission Release the electric parking brake. Neutral Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey Do not shift the transmission to i in the ignition lock. while driving. The automatic trans- mission could otherwise be dam- Engaging drive position D aged.
  • Page 126: Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Holding the vehicle stationary on uphill between transmission positions h and k, move the DIRECT SELECT lever up and down gradients past the point of resistance. WARNING If the clutch overheats, the electronic man- Drive programs agement system is automatically deactivated. This interrupts the power transmission.
  • Page 127: Steering Wheel Paddle Shifters

    Automatic transmission Drive program E (Economy) If manual gearshifting is deactivated, the gears will be selected automatically. Drive program E is characterized by the follow- ing: Temporary setting comfort-oriented engine settings. optimal fuel consumption resulting from the automatic transmission shifting up sooner. the vehicle pulls away more gently in forward and reverse gears, unless the accelerator pedal is depressed fully.
  • Page 128 Automatic transmission If the maximum engine speed on the currently The gearshift recommendations assist you in engaged gear is reached and you continue to adopting an economical driving style. The rec- accelerate, the automatic transmission auto- ommended gear is shown in the multifunction matically shifts up in order to prevent engine display.
  • Page 129: Refueling

    Refueling Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could Refueling result in damage to the fuel system and the engine. Notify a qualified specialist workshop Important safety notes and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely. WARNING Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo- fuel system.
  • Page 130 Refueling Insert the fuel filler cap Do not add any more fuel after the pump Instruction label for fuel type to be refueled stops filling for the first time. Otherwise, fuel Switch off the engine. may leak out. Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. or, in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-function Closing the fuel filler flap or KEYLESS‑GO...
  • Page 131: Parking

    Parking Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. Unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key ( page 71). The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is jammed. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. the SmartKey must be removed from the igni- Parking tion lock.
  • Page 132: Parking Brake

    Parking the SmartKey from the ignition, the automatic The function of the electric parking brake is transmission shifts to j automatically. dependent on the on-board voltage. If the on- board voltage is low or there is a malfunction in With the Start/Stop button: if you then open the system, it may not be possible to apply the the driver's door or the front-passenger door, released parking brake.
  • Page 133: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Applying automatically Ensure that you do not depress the accelerator pedal unintentionally. Otherwise, the parking The electric parking brake is automatically brake will be released and the vehicle will start applied when the transmission is in position j to move.
  • Page 134: Drinking And Driving

    Observe the following tips to save fuel: manufacturer's specifications. Always have work on the engine carried out at a qualified The tires should always be inflated to the rec- specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- ommended tire pressure. mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Remove unnecessary loads.
  • Page 135 Driving tips Acceleration Acceleration (evaluation of the accelera- ECO display tion processes): Vehicles with a black and white multi- The bar fills up: moderate acceleration, function display especially at higher speeds The bar empties: sporty acceleration Constant Constant (assessment of driving behavior at all times): The bar fills up: constant speed and avoid- ance of unnecessary acceleration and...
  • Page 136 Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with an inner and outer area. The sections corre- spond to the following three categories: Acceleration (evaluation of the acceleration processes): the outer area fills up and the inner area lights up green: moderate Acceleration acceleration, especially at higher Coasting...
  • Page 137: Important Safety Notes

    This could cause damage to the drive train. Choice of route This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. Active electrical consumers These factors are not included in the ECO dis- Briefly depressing the accelerator pedal on play.
  • Page 138: Maintenance

    Brake fluid which has not been approved for The brake fluid level may be too low, if: Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an if the red brake warning lamp lights up in equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's the instrument cluster and operating safety.
  • Page 139: Driving On Flooded Roads

    Driving tips For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or in conditions in which hydroplaning may occur, you must drive in the following manner: lower your speed avoid ruts avoid sudden steering movements brake carefully Driving on flooded roads Do not drive through flooded areas.
  • Page 140: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Drive particularly carefully on slippery road sur- The speed indicated in the speedometer may faces. Avoid sudden acceleration, steering and differ slightly from the speed stored. braking maneuvers. Do not use cruise control or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC. Important safety notes If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be If you fail to adapt your driving style, cruise con- stopped when moving at low speed:...
  • Page 141: Deactivating

    Driving systems Activation conditions Setting a speed To activate cruise control, all of the following Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment activation conditions must be fulfilled: until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to the speed set. the electric parking brake must be released.
  • Page 142: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Distance Pilot DISTRONIC Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is General notes subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC regulates the speed and automatically helps you maintain the dis- 2.
  • Page 143: Cruise Control Lever

    Driving systems If Distance Pilot DISTRONIC no longer detects a WARNING vehicle in front, it may unexpectedly accelerate Distance Pilot DISTRONIC brakes your vehicle to the speed stored. with up to 50% of the maximum possible This speed may: deceleration. If this deceleration is not suffi- be too high if you are driving in a filter lane or cient, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC alerts you an exit lane...
  • Page 144 Driving systems To activate Distance Pilot DISTRONIC, the fol- do not know the stored speed, store the lowing conditions must be fulfilled: desired speed again. the engine must be started. It may take up to two minutes of driving before Distance Pilot Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards DISTRONIC is ready for use.
  • Page 145: Setting A Speed

    Driving systems Setting a speed setting is recommended in stop-and-start traf- fic. Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment Changing lanes until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to the speed set. If when driving on multilane roads you wish to change to the overtaking lane, Distance Pilot Press the cruise control lever up : for a higher speed or down ;...
  • Page 146: Displays In The Instrument Cluster

    Driving systems DISTRONIC is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal. Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is automatically deac- tivated if: you engage the electric parking brake or if the vehicle is automatically secured with the elec- tric parking brake ® ®...
  • Page 147 Driving systems Display when Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is function using the on-board computer page 173). deactivated Vehicles with a black and white multifunc- Display when Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is tion display: you can select the distance dis- activated play function using the on-board computer. You will initially see the stored speed for about Vehicles with a color multifunction display: five seconds when you activate Distance Pilot...
  • Page 148: Hold Function

    Driving systems function using the on-board computer HOLD function page 173). General notes Tips for driving with Distance Pilot The HOLD function can assist the driver in the DISTRONIC following situations: when pulling away, especially on steep slopes General notes when maneuvering on steep slopes Pay particular attention in the following traffic when waiting in traffic...
  • Page 149: Start-Off Assist

    Driving systems Activation conditions After a time, the electric parking brake secures the vehicle and relieves the service You can activate the HOLD function if: brake. the vehicle is stationary When the HOLD function is activated, the trans- the engine is running or if it has been auto- mission is automatically shifted to position j matically switched off by the ECO start/stop function...
  • Page 150: Driving Systems

    Never tow the vehicle with one axle raised. Selecting Comfort mode This may damage the differential. Damage of this sort is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz In the Comfort drive program, the driving char- Limited Warranty. All wheels must remain acteristics of your vehicle are more comforta- either on the ground or be fully raised.
  • Page 151 Driving systems Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a replacement for your attention to your immediate surroundings. You are always responsible for safe maneuvering, parking and exiting a parking space. Make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects in the maneu- vering area when you are maneuvering or park- ing.
  • Page 152: Warning Display

    Driving systems Rear sensors direction in which the vehicle is rolling deter- mine which warning display is active when the Center Approx. 48 in (approx. engine is running. 120 cm) Transmission posi- Warning display Corners Approx. 32 in (approx. tion 80 cm) Front area activated Minimum distance...
  • Page 153: Parking Pilot

    Driving systems Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Only the red segments in Parking Assist PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has been deacti- the Parking Assist vated. PARKTRONIC warning If problems persist, have Parking Assist PARKTRONIC checked at a displays are lit.
  • Page 154: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Parking tips: Parking Pilot does not assist you parking in spaces parallel or perpendicular to the direction On narrow roads, drive as close to the parking of travel if: space as possible. the parking space is on a curb Parking spaces that are littered or overgrown might be identified or measured incorrectly.
  • Page 155: Parking

    Driving systems that are parallel to the direction of travel and Stop the vehicle when the parking space sym- at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) longer than your vehi- bol shows the desired parking space in the instrument cluster. at right angles to the direction of travel and at Shift the transmission to position k.
  • Page 156: Exiting A Parking Space

    Driving systems appears and a warning tone sounds. The vehicle while the vehicle is exiting the parking space. is now parked. You are responsible for braking in good time. The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver Start the engine. having to depress the brake pedal.
  • Page 157: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems useful, for example when you recognize that it is Rear view camera : is an optical parking and already possible to pull out of the parking space. maneuvering aid. It shows the area behind your vehicle with guide lines in the multimedia sys- tem display.
  • Page 158 Driving systems Activating/deactivating the rear view camera To activate: make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Make sure that the Activation by R gear Activation by R gear function is selected in the multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual.
  • Page 159 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehi- Red guide line at a distance of approximately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 156).
  • Page 160: Attention Assist

    Driving systems Back up carefully until you have reached the final position. Red guide line : is then at end of parking space =. The vehicle is almost parallel in the parking space. Wide-angle function Yellow guide line for the vehicle width including the exterior mirrors, at the current steering wheel angle (dynamic) Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in...
  • Page 161 Driving systems The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is ing, the System Suspended System Suspended message restricted and warnings may be delayed or not appears. The bar display then changes the occur at all: display, such as when you are driving at a speed below 37 mph (60 km/h) or above if the length of the journey is less than approx- 125 mph (200 km/h).
  • Page 162: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Blind Spot Assist Assist is adapted accordingly and the driver is warned earlier. General notes Vehicles with black and white multifunction display: when ATTENTION ASSIST is activated, Blind Spot Assist monitors the areas on either the multifunction display in the status overview side of the vehicle that are not visible to the shows the À...
  • Page 163 Driving systems cycle racks or overhanging loads. Following a Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below severe impact or in the event of damage to the approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). Vehicles in bumpers, have the function of the radar sensors the monitoring range are then not indicated.
  • Page 164: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Lane Keeping Assist If you fail to adapt your driving style, Lane Keep- ing Assist can neither reduce the risk of an acci- dent nor override the laws of physics. Lane General notes Keeping Assist cannot take into account the road, traffic and weather conditions.
  • Page 165 Driving systems When Adaptive Adaptive is selected, no warning vibra- tion occurs if: you have switched on the turn signal. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a cer- tain period of time. a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ABS, ®...
  • Page 166: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the dis- Important safety notes plays and the controls in the vehicle interior can be adjusted using the brightness control knob. WARNING The brightness control knob is located on the If you operate information systems and com- bottom left of the instrument cluster page 31).
  • Page 167: Temperature Gauge

    Displays and operation There is a short delay before a change in outside A display message is shown if the coolant temperature appears in the multifunction dis- temperature is too high. play. If the coolant temperature is over 248 ‡ (120 †), do not continue driving.
  • Page 168 Displays and operation Left control panel Calls up the menu and menu bar Press briefly: Scrolls in lists Selects a submenu or function In the Audio Audio menu: selects the previous or next station, when the preset list or station list is active, or an audio track or video scene In the (telephone) menu: switches to the phone book and selects a name or telephone number...
  • Page 169: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Rejects or ends a call Exits the phone book/redial memory Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial memory Multifunction display Menu bar Drive program ( page 121) Black and white multifunction display Transmission position ( page 123) Overview To display menu bar ?: press the =...
  • Page 170: Displaying The Range

    Menus and submenus Depending on the equipment installed in the Press the = or ; button on the steering vehicle, you can call up the following menus: wheel to select the Trip Trip menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Trip Trip menu (...
  • Page 171: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus fuel tank, a vehicle being refueled C Navigation system menu appears instead of approximate range :. Displaying navigation instructions Recuperation display = shows you if energy has been recuperated from the kinetic energy In the Navi Navi menu, the multifunction display in overrun mode and saved in the battery.
  • Page 172: Audio Menu

    Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Change of direction without lane recom- tion system mendation Road into which the change of direction The navigation system displays additional infor- leads mation and the vehicle status. Distance to change of direction and visual Possible displays: distance display New Route...
  • Page 173: Operation

    Menus and submenus Video DVD operation the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown. To select a station: briefly press 9 or :. SIRIUS XM satellite radio functions like a normal radio. You can find further information on operation in the "Satellite radio"...
  • Page 174: Assistance Menu

    Menus and submenus If there is more than one number for a ® Establish a Bluetooth connection to the mul- particular name: press the 6 or a timedia system (see the Digital Operator's button to display the numbers. Manual). Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the 9 or : button to select the number you want to dial.
  • Page 175 Menus and submenus Showing the status overview Press a to confirm. The multifunction display shows the Distance Status Overview Status Overview is only available in vehi- Pilot DISTRONIC distance display in the assis- cles with black and white multifunction displays. tance graphic display.
  • Page 176: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Observe the information on warning lamps page 207). Assist Observe the information on display messages Press the = or ; button on the steering page 179). wheel to select the DriveAssist DriveAssist menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Activating/deactivating Active Brake Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot...
  • Page 177: Additional Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Settings menu Introduction Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, you have the following options in the Sett. Sett. menu: Changing the instrument cluster settings The speed display : is an alternative to your Changing the vehicle settings speedometer.
  • Page 178: Vehicle Submenu

    Menus and submenus Lights vehicle is centrally locked above a speed of approximately 9 mph (15 km/h). Switching the daytime running lamps on/ For further information on the automatic locking feature, see ( page 71). This function is not available in Canada. Activating/deactivating the acoustic Press the = or ;...
  • Page 179: Display Messages

    Display messages Restoring the factory settings out automatically. The exterior mirrors can then only be folded out using the button on the door. Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Sett.
  • Page 180: Message Memory

    Display messages Message memory The on-board computer saves certain display messages in the message memory. You can call up the display messages: Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Serv. Serv. menu. If there are display messages, the multifunction display shows 2 Messages Messages, for example.
  • Page 181: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! ÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), the HOLD function and hill start assist are tempo- Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ rarily unavailable. ble See Operator's ble See Operator's Active Brake Assist may have also failed.
  • Page 182 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® , BAS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ Active Brake Assist may have also failed. ble See Operator's ble See Operator's In addition, the ÷...
  • Page 183: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, BAS, ESP , the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction. ÷ Active Brake Assist may have also failed. A warning tone sounds.
  • Page 184 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp light 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 185 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red indicator lamp F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
  • Page 186: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. Shift the transmission to position j.
  • Page 187 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Radar Radar Sensors Sensors Dirty Dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Operator's Man‐ See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: dirt on sensors heavy rain or snow when driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g.
  • Page 188 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear left-hand or right-hand restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear Left Malfunc‐ Rear Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service tion Service Required Required Rear...
  • Page 189: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Front Passenger Passenger Air‐ Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated during the journey, bag Disabled See bag Disabled See even though: Operator's Manual 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 190 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Front Passenger Passenger Air‐ Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is activated during the journey, even bag Enabled See bag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual 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 191: Lights

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 45). 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 192 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand tail lamp/brake lamp is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Check Left Left Tail Tail and Brake Lamps Brake Lamps Check Right Tail Check Right Tail and Brake Lamps and Brake Lamps The left or right-hand high beam is defective.
  • Page 193: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear left-hand or rear right-hand side marker lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Rear Left Check Rear Left Sidemarker Lamp Sidemarker Lamp Check Rear Right Check Rear Right Sidemarker Lamp Sidemarker Lamp The left or right-hand daytime running lamp is faulty.
  • Page 194: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off 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 195: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is no longer being charged and the condition of charge is too low. Stop Vehicle See Stop Vehicle See A warning tone also sounds. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 196: Display Message

    Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M 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: Attention Assist: sounds.
  • Page 197: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ Possible causes are: ble See Operator's ble See Operator's the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- Manual Manual tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or...
  • Page 198: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Parking Pilot Fin‐ Parking Pilot Fin‐ The vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds. ished ished The display message disappears automatically. Distance Pilot Off Distance Pilot Off Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is deactivated ( page 144).
  • Page 199: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cruise Cruise Control Control Inop‐ Inop‐ Cruise control is malfunctioning. erative erative A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Cruise Control Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. - - - mph - - - mph You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for exam-...
  • Page 200: Tires

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss Check Check Tire Tire Pressure Pressure Soon 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 the tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped WARNING...
  • Page 201: Vehicle

    Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in posi- Depress Brake to Depress Brake to Start Engine Start Engine tion i without depressing the brake pedal. Depress the brake pedal.
  • Page 202: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions To Engage Trans‐ To Engage Trans‐ You have attempted to shift from position h or i to position k. miss. Position R miss. Position R Shift the transmission to position k with the brake pedal First Depress the First Depress the depressed.
  • Page 203: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tailgate is open WARNING When the engine is running, exhaust gases can enter the vehicle inte- rior if the tailgate is open. There is a risk of poisoning. Close the tailgate. The hood is open.
  • Page 204: Smartkey

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Wiper Malfunction‐ Wiper Malfunction‐ The windshield wipers are malfunctioning. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Hazard Warning Hazard Warning The hazard warning lamps are faulty. Flashers Malfunc‐ Flashers Malfunc‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. tioning tioning SmartKey...
  • Page 205: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the SmartKey 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 206: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ü N After engine start, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.
  • Page 207: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M 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. WARNING The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected.
  • Page 208: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M 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. Therefore, ®...
  • Page 209: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. ® EBD is malfunctioning.
  • Page 210 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M 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 211: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. ®...
  • Page 212: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M 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 213 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M 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 defective.
  • Page 214: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M 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-and-go traffic.
  • Page 215: General Notes

    Function restrictions Navigation announcements are intended to General notes direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving. The multimedia system section in this Opera- Please always use this feature instead of con- tor's Manual describes the basic principles for sulting the map display for directions.
  • Page 216: Operating System

    Operating system the media source or set the volume, the sound Operating system is automatically switched on. Overview Navigation announcements will be heard even if the sound is muted. General notes Functions Do not use the space in front of the display for storage.
  • Page 217 Operating system Favorites button Navigation mode You can assign predefined functions using the Important safety notes g favorites button and call them up by press- ing the button ( page 215). WARNING If you operate information systems and com- munication equipment integrated in the vehi- Favorites cle when driving, you may be distracted from Calling up and exiting favorites...
  • Page 218 (only available in the USA) yourself with up to four intermediate destina- Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access tions. conditions for carpool lanes. select destinations from Mercedes-Benz Carpool lanes will be included if the carpool Apps lanes option is activated. select geo-coordinates...
  • Page 219: Searching For A Mobile Phone

    In the USA, you can get in touch with the Confirm code on the mobile phone. Depend- Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center ing on the mobile phone used, confirm the on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). connection to the multimedia system and for In Canada, you can get in touch with the Cus- ®...
  • Page 220 PBAP and MAP Bluetooth In the USA, you can get in touch with the profiles. The prompt to confirm may take up Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center to two minutes to be displayed (see the man- on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372).
  • Page 221: Inserting/Removing

    Operating system Authorization using Secure Simple Pair- The following external media sources can be ing: used: A code is displayed in the multimedia system ® ® Apple devices (e.g. iPhone and on the mobile phone. USB devices (e.g. USB stick, MP3 player) Confirm code on the mobile phone.
  • Page 222: Operating System

    Operating system Connecting USB devices Connect the USB device to the USB port. There are two USB ports in the stowage space under the armrest. Select the media source ( page 219).
  • Page 223: Loading Guidelines

    Stowage areas Position heavy loads as far forward as possi- Loading guidelines ble and as low down in the cargo compart- ment as possible. WARNING The load must not protrude above the upper If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or edge of the seat backrests.
  • Page 224: Eyeglasses Compartment

    Stowage areas To open: press marking :. Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or similar Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is always closed while the vehicle is in motion. situations. Always make sure that objects do not pro- Stowage compartment in the front center trude out of the stowage spaces, luggage...
  • Page 225: Folding Table

    Stowage areas Stowage compartment under the armrest Folding table WARNING If the folding table is folded out while the vehi- cle is in motion, passengers can be thrown against it, particularly in the event of an acci- dent, heavy braking or a sudden change of direction.
  • Page 226: Cargo Compartment Enlargement

    Stowage areas To open: fold down seat armrest :. anism. particularly in the event of an accident, Pull the center head restraint on the rear heavy braking or a sudden change of direc- bench seat into the uppermost position tion. There is a risk of injury. page 86).
  • Page 227 Stowage areas Before folding the backrest in the rear com- partment forwards, make sure that the rear compartment armrest and the cup holder are folded in. They may otherwise be damaged. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 221). The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backrests can be folded forwards separately to increase the cargo compartment capacity.
  • Page 228 Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrest back Move the rear bench seat as far forwards as possible ( page 226). Make sure that the seat belt does not The load area is increased. become trapped when folding the rear seat Fold the rear seat backrest forwards.
  • Page 229: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas Bag hook WARNING The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects or items of luggage. Objects or items of lug- gage could be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly changing directions. There is a risk of injury. Only hang light objects on the bag hooks.
  • Page 230: Installing/Removing

    Stowage areas partment higher than the lower edge of the right or left-hand side using grip = on the side windows. Do not place heavy objects on lower edge. top of the cargo compartment cover. Push cargo compartment cover : into oppo- site anchorage ;.
  • Page 231: Roof Carrier

    The stowage well under the cargo compartment Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only floor can be increased or decreased in size as use roof carriers that have been tested and necessary. To do this, you can lock the floor at approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
  • Page 232: Features

    Features Position the load on the roof rack in such a be distracted from the traffic conditions and way that the vehicle will not sustain damage you could lose control of the vehicle. There is even when it is in motion. a risk of an accident and injury.
  • Page 233: Sun Visor

    Features The stowage compartments in the doors provide Close the cup holder before folding the rear space for bottles: seat armrest up. Otherwise, the cup holder could be damaged. front: capacity up to 51 fl. oz. (1.5 l) rear: capacity up to 17 fl. oz. (0.5 l) Cup holder in the front center console Fold down the rear seat armrest.
  • Page 234: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Rear compartment ashtray Vanity mirror Mirror cover Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into bracket ; and mirror cover A has been folded up. Glare from the side Fold down the sun visor.
  • Page 235: General Notes

    If you The stowage compartment opens. have difficulty programing the integrated garage Lift up the cover of the socket. door opener, contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Center.
  • Page 236: Important Safety Notes

    Features Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 ® HomeLink hotline 1-800-355-3515 (free of charge) ® More information on HomeLink and/or com- patible products is also available online at http://www.homelink.com.
  • Page 237: Problems When Programming

    Features Several attempts might be necessary. You Proceed as follows: should test every position for at least if you live in Canada 25 seconds before trying another position. if you have difficulties programming the garage door opener (regardless of where you Synchronizing the rolling code live) as you follow the programming steps.
  • Page 238: Calling Up

    Features Clearing the memory operate in the frequency range of 280 to 433 MHz. Make sure that you clear the memory of the Replace the batteries in garage door remote integrated garage door opener before selling the control A. This increases the likelihood that vehicle.
  • Page 239: Magnetic Field Zone Maps

    Features Setting the compass Magnetic field zone maps Set your location using the magnetic field North America zone maps ( page 237). Push a round pen into opening = for approx- imately three seconds. The magnetic field zone currently selected appears in compass display ;.
  • Page 240 Features the driver's footwell. Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place floormats on top of one another. Slide the seat back. To install: place the floormat in the footwell. Press safety catch knobs : onto retain- ers ;.
  • Page 241: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes WARNING WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when tem work under high voltage.
  • Page 242: Checking The Oil Level

    Engine compartment Closing the hood Raise the hood slightly and, at the same time, remove support strut ? from yellow retaining clip =. Swing support strut ? down and press it into bracket A until it engages. Lower the hood and let it fall from a height of approximately 8 in (20 cm).
  • Page 243: Engine Oil Adding

    A list of the engine oils and oil filters that have been tested and approved in accordance with Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The following cause engine failure or damage...
  • Page 244 Engine compartment If necessary, add coolant that has been tested Checking and adding other service and approved by Mercedes-Benz. products Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as Checking coolant level it will go. For further information on coolant, see WARNING page 298).
  • Page 245: Assyst Plus

    A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- The letter , possibly in connection with a ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the number or another letter, indicates the type of ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the service.
  • Page 246: Care

    Driving abroad Braking efficiency is reduced after washing the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is also available in other countries. You can obtain After the vehicle has been washed, brake further information from any authorized carefully while paying attention to the traffic Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 247: Paint

    Use silicone remover to remove wax. Move the power washer nozzle around when If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint cleaning your vehicle. surface, use the paint care products recommen- ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the...
  • Page 248: Matte Finish

    Never use wash programs which finish been approved and recommended by by treating the vehicle with hot wax. Mercedes-Benz, should be used when dirt has Observe these notes if your vehicle has a clear penetrated the decorative film surface or the decorative film has become dull.
  • Page 249: Exterior Lights

    Care Cleaning the vehicle parts Clean the water drainage channels of the windshield and the rear window at regular Cleaning the wheels intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and pollen may under certain circumstances pre- WARNING vent water from draining away. This can lead to corrosion damage and damage to elec- The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt tronic components.
  • Page 250: Exhaust Pipe

    Care Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior lights with 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. Unsuitable...
  • Page 251: Display

    Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use For cleaning, do not use any of the following: leather care agents that have been recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. alcohol-based thinner or gasoline abrasive cleaning agents Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-...
  • Page 252: 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 253: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Information on reflective safety jackets Where will I find...? Reflective safety jacket Removing/replacing the reflective safety jacket Maximum number of washes Maximum wash temperature Do not bleach Do not iron Do not use a laundry dryer The reflective safety jackets are located in front Do not dry-clean door stowage compartments :.
  • Page 254: Vehicle Tool Kit

    Where will I find...? Warning triangle First-aid kit Removing/replacing the warning trian- Open the tailgate. To open the stowage compartment: turn rotary knob : clockwise and fold down To remove: open the tailgate. cover ;. Lift the cargo compartment floor upwards page 228).
  • Page 255: Flat Tire

    Flat tire approved to perform a wheel change on your Flat tire vehicle, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Preparing the vehicle Tools required for changing a wheel may include, for example: Your vehicle may be equipped with: Jack MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat proper- Wheel chock ties) ( page 254)
  • Page 256: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tire you use the proper size and type (summer or MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat winter tire). properties) Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are General notes not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. It is therefore recommended that you additionally With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat char- equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount acteristics), you can continue to drive your vehi-...
  • Page 257 Flat tire Do not operate the tire inflation compressor WARNING for longer than ten minutes at a time without In the following situations, the tire sealant is a break. It may otherwise overheat. unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis- The tire inflation compressor can be operated tance, as it is unable to seal the tire properly: again once it has cooled down.
  • Page 258: Tire Pressure Not Reached

    Flat tire Remove filler hose B and connector = from If tire sealant has escaped, clean it off affected the bottom section of the tire inflation com- areas as quickly as possible. Use plain water if pressor housing ;. possible. Slide the yellow filler hose connector into the If your clothes are soiled with tire sealant, have mounting on yellow cap A of tire sealant filler...
  • Page 259 USA only: In cases such as the one men- tioned above, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or call To remove the tire sealant bottle from the tire 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or inflation compressor, press together the lock- 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 260: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Always make sure that neither you nor the bat- Battery (vehicle) tery is electrostatically charged. A build-up of electrostatic charge can be caused, for exam- Important safety notes ple: Special tools and expert knowledge are required by wearing clothing made from synthetic when working on the battery, e.g.
  • Page 261: Battery (Vehicle)

    The battery and the cover of the positive ter- charge the battery with a charger recommended minal clamp must be installed securely during by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- operation. ist workshop for further information. Comply with safety precautions and take pro- Have the battery condition of charge checked tective measures when handling batteries.
  • Page 262: Jump-Starting

    Keep children away from batter- adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested ies. Wash away battery acid immediately with and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as plenty of clean water and seek medical atten- an accessory. It permits the charging of the bat- tion.
  • Page 263 Jump-starting WARNING During charging and jump-starting, explosive gases can escape from the battery. There is a risk of an explosion. Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient ven- tilation while charging and jump-starting. Do not lean over a battery. WARNING During the charging process, a battery produces hydrogen gas.
  • Page 264 Jump-starting Make sure that: The jumper cables are not damaged. Non-insulated parts of the terminal clamps do not come into contact with other metal parts while the jumper cables are connected to the battery. The jumper cables cannot come into contact with parts that can move when the engine is running, such as the V-belt pulley or the fan.
  • Page 265 Towing and tow-starting Jumper cables and further information regarding jump-starting can be obtained at any qualified specialist workshop. the vehicle brakes automatically in certain Towing and tow-starting situations. Important safety notes To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate these systems in the following or similar sit- WARNING uations: Functions relevant to safety are restricted or...
  • Page 266: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting As a rule, you should have the vehicle trans- Remove the towing eye from the stowage ported. space. Towing the vehicle with a tow rope or tow bar. The towing eye is located with the vehicle tool kit under the cargo compartment floor Only tow the vehicle in exceptional cases.
  • Page 267: Transporting The Vehicle

    Towing and tow-starting When the vehicle is stationary, depress the resetting the combination switch, the hazard brake pedal and keep it depressed. warning lamp starts flashing again. Shift the automatic transmission to position Transporting the vehicle Release the brake pedal. Release the electric parking brake.
  • Page 268: Fuses

    Have the vehicle transported on a transporter or If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the trailer. cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Tow-starting (emergency engine starting) Before changing a fuse...
  • Page 269: Fuse Box In The Engine Compart Ment

    Fuses Fuse box in the engine compartment WARNING When the hood is open and the windshield wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury. Always switch off the windshield wipers and the ignition before opening the hood.
  • Page 270: Fuses

    Fuses Remove cover = forwards. Fuse allocation chart ? is located on the lower right-hand side of cover =. To close: insert cover = on the left-hand side of the fuse box into the retainer. Cover = engages in the retainers. Fold down cover = until clamps ;...
  • Page 271: Wheels And Tires

    Regular checking of wheels and tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- rectly can impair the operating safety. sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of Before purchasing and using non-approved your vehicle.
  • Page 272: Service Life

    Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any Marking : shows where bar indicator ; for other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure tread wear is integrated into the tire tread.
  • Page 273: Winter Operation

    Only mount tires of the correct size onto the thereby damaging the tires permanently. wheels. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for Break in new tires at moderate speeds for the this type of damage. first 60 miles (100 km). The new tires only...
  • Page 274: Tire Pressure

    Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding standard of quality. For more information, if the load changes please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 275 Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard The load conditions "partially laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table for different num- Recommended tire pressures bers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The The Tire and Loading Information placard is on actual number of seats may differ.
  • Page 276: Notes

    Only screw the standard valve cap or other ing properties and the driving characteristics. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for There is a risk of an accident. your vehicle onto the tire valve.
  • Page 277: Maximum

    Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Overinflated tires may: increase the braking distance To determine and set the correct tire pressure, adversely affect handling proceed as follows: wear excessively and/or unevenly Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be have an adverse effect on ride comfort checked.
  • Page 278 Loading the vehicle If you wish to confirm the restart: same time cannot be detected by the tire pres- sure loss warning system. Press the a button. The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn you Tire Pressure Now OK? Tire Pressure Now OK? message of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g.
  • Page 279: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle vehicle weight, all vehicle occupants, the You can find the valid maximum permissible fuel and the cargo. You can also find infor- gross vehicle weight rating for your vehicle on mation about the maximum gross axle the Tire and Loading Information placard. weight rating on the front and rear axle.
  • Page 280 Loading the vehicle Step 4: The resulting figure equals the avail- able cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). able amount of cargo and luggage load capa- city. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals Step 5: Determine the combined weight of 1400 lbs and there will be five 150-lb pas- luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi-...
  • Page 281 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 282: 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 270).
  • Page 283: 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 284) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may Department of Transportation, Tire Identifi-...
  • Page 284: All About Wheels And Tires

    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 285: Load Index

    All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating The speed rating of tires mounted at the factory may be higher than the maximum speed that the electronic speed limiter permits. Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. The required speed rating for your vehicle can be found in the "Tires"...
  • Page 286: 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 287 All about wheels and tires Speed rating Maximum load rating The speed rating is part of the tire identification. The maximum tire load is the maximum permis- It specifies the speed range for which the tire is sible weight in kilograms or lbs for which a tire is approved.
  • Page 288: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Weight of optional extras Rotating the wheels The combined weight of those optional extras WARNING that weigh more than the replaced standard parts and more than 2.3 kg (5 lbs). These Interchanging the front and rear wheels may optional extras, such as high-performance severely impair the driving characteristics if brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-per-...
  • Page 289: Preparing The Vehicle

    Changing a wheel Securing the vehicle to prevent it from Mounting a wheel rolling away Preparing the vehicle Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and level ground. Apply the electric parking brake manually. Bring the front wheels into the straight-ahead position.
  • Page 290 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. Using lug wrench :, loosen the bolts on the...
  • Page 291: Changing A 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. To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold the wheel securely against the wheel hub while screwing in the first wheel bolt.
  • Page 292: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    , and are marked as follows: MO = Mercedes-Benz Original MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- tain AMG tires) Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires may only be used on wheels that have been spe- cifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 293: Emergency Spare Wheel

    TIREFIT kit at the factory. It emergency spare wheels at an authorized is therefore recommended that you additionally Mercedes-Benz Center. equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount An emergency spare wheel may also be moun- tires that do not feature run-flat properties, e.g.
  • Page 294 Emergency spare wheel Remove emergency spare wheel bag : with the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Open emergency spare wheel bag : and remove the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Observe the instructions and safety notes in the "Changing a wheel" section ( page 287).
  • Page 295: Information Regarding Technical Data

    Be sure to observe the manufacturer's Sup- the instructions for installation and use of plement when installing. two-way radios are not observed. Deviations with respect to frequency bands, maximum transmission outputs or antenna positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 296: Identification Plates

    Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the Identification plates base of the antenna must not exceed the fol- lowing values: Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Frequency band Maximum transmission output Short wave 100 W 3 - 54 MHz 4 m waveband 30 W...
  • Page 297 Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recommended is Engine number not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. Products approved by Mercedes-Benz are listed in this Operator's Manual in the appropriate section.
  • Page 298: Grade (Gasoline)

    Service products and filling capacities Fuel Model Of which reserve Important safety notes All models Approx. WARNING 1.6 US gal (6.0 l) Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo- Gasoline sion.
  • Page 299: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    In such cases, All models 229.5, 229.6 and in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed MB approval is indicated on the oil contain- with the cleaning additive recommended by ers.
  • Page 300: Notes

    Further information on coolants can be found from the air. This lowers the boiling point of in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the...
  • Page 301: Refrigerant

    Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB WinterFit. dissipated as effectively For the correct mixing ratio refer to the infor- Mercedes-Benz recommends a coolant or cor- mation on the antifreeze reservoir. rosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentrate in accordance with Add windshield washer fluid, e.g.
  • Page 302: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Refrigerant instruction label Dimensions and weights Example: refrigerant instruction label Model Symbol Maximum Height Refrigerant filling capacity headroom when Applicable standards opened PAG oil part number All models 73.8 in 78.1 in Type of refrigerant (1874 mm) (1985 mm) Warning symbol : advises you about: Possible dangers All models...

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