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Page 1 Here you can find comprehen‐ You can find the Operator's Man‐ The Mercedes-Benz Guides app tents of the Operator's Manual sive information about operating ual on the Mercedes-Benz home‐ is available free-of-charge in directly via the vehicle's multi‐ your vehicle and about services page.
Page 2 Observe the chapter "Children in the vehicle". Front passenger airbag warning Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi‐ cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: https://www.mbusa.com (USA only) https://www.mercedes-benz.ca (Canada only) Documentation team ©...
Page 3 Technical features Thank you for purchasing a Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read this Operator's The equipment in your vehicle may therefore dif‐ Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with fer from that shown in the descriptions and illus‐ your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer trations.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Installing/removing the floor mats ..... 135 General notes ..........22 Notes on pets in the vehicle ......66 Protecting the environment ......22 Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts ...... 23 Light and visibility ........137 Opening and closing ........67 Operator's Manual ........23 Exterior lighting ...........
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Operating the sun visors ......151 Overview of the buttons on the steering Telephone ........... 399 Area permeable to radio waves on the wheel ............280 Online and Internet functions ..... 427 windshield ..........152 Operating the on-board computer ....281 Media ............
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Notes on snow chains ......... 491 Index ............607 Tire pressure ..........492 Loading the vehicle ........499 Tire labeling ..........503 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..508 Changing a wheel ........511 Emergency spare wheel ......520 Collapsible spare wheel ......
Page 7: Symbols
Symbols In this Operator's Manual, you will find the fol‐ Observe notes on material damage. lowing symbols: Useful instructions or further information & DANGER Danger due to not observing that could be helpful to you. the warning notices Instruction Warning notices draw your attention to haz‐ (Q page) Further information on a topic ards that may endanger your health or life, or Display...
Page 8: Cockpit
At a glance – Cockpit Left-hand drive vehicles...
Page 9 At a glance – Cockpit → → Steering wheel gearshift paddles Individual wheel control (vehicles without off- road package) or → Combination switch → Manual gearshifting → Instrument Display → AIRMATIC or → DIRECT SELECT lever → E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL →...
Page 10 At a glance – Cockpit → → Switches the steering wheel heater on/off Diagnostics connection → Control panel for: Opens the hood → → On-board computer Electric parking brake → → Cruise control Light switch → Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC...
Page 12: Indicator And Warning Lamps
At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps Instrument Display...
Page 13 At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps → → Speedometer L Distance warning → → #! Turn signal lights ! ABS malfunction → → Multifunction display Ù Electric power steering malfunction → → 6 Restraint system h Tire pressure monitor →...
Page 14: Overhead Control Panel
At a glance – Overhead control panel...
Page 15 At a glance – Overhead control panel → → Sun visors p Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off → p Switches the left-hand reading lamp → on/off ; me button → → | Switches automatic interior lighting con‐ G SOS button trol on/off →...
Page 16: Door Control Panel And Seat Adjustment
At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment...
Page 17 At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment → → Opens the door Opens/closes the rear right side window → → Locks/unlocks the vehicle Child safety lock for the rear side windows → → Sets the memory function Opens/closes the rear left side window →...
Page 18: Control Settings In The Rear Passenger Compartment
At a glance – Control settings in the rear passenger compartment...
Page 19 At a glance – Control settings in the rear passenger compartment → → Control panel for rear climate control Switches the rear seat heating on/off → → Stowage compartment in the center console Adjusts the rear seats electrically → → 115 V socket Cup holder...
Page 20: Emergencies And Breakdowns
At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns...
Page 21 At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → → QR code for accessing the rescue card Flat tire → → me button and SOS button Fuel filler flap with instruction labels for tire pressure, fuel type and QR code for accessing →...
Page 22: Digital Operator's Manual
Digital Operator's Manual Search: search for keywords in order to find Calling up the Digital Operator's Manual quick answers to questions about the opera‐ Multimedia system: tion of the vehicle. © Info Operator's Manual Quick start: find the first steps towards set‐ Õ...
Page 23 The Operator's Manual can also be found in system: the Mercedes-Benz Guides app in all com‐ mon app stores. Instrument Display: call up brief information as display messages in the instrument cluster.
Page 24: General Notes
General notes Protecting the environment Always have maintenance work carried ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental out at a qualified specialist workshop. pollution caused by irresponsible dis‐ ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental posal of the high-voltage battery Personal driving style: damage due to operating conditions and A high-voltage battery contains materials personal driving style Do not depress the accelerator pedal...
Page 25: Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain Use recycled reconditioned compo‐ a supply of Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts for Do not carry out repairs or welding. nents and parts from Daimler AG. necessary service and repair work. In addition, Have aftermarket installation of acces‐...
Page 26: Service And Vehicle Operation
The original purchase agreement for your vehicle damage. contains a list of all of the systems in your vehi‐ The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Pro‐ Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in cle. gram offers technical help in the case of a Europe through our European Delivery Program.
Page 27: Operating Safety
Used Car" in the Service and Guarantee booklet Operating safety or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Never tamper with the wiring and elec‐ Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number tronic component parts or their soft‐...
Page 28 General notes & WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable The vehicle is driven too fast over an If driving safety is impaired while con‐ obstacle, e.g. a curb, speed bump or pot‐ tinuing your journey, pull over and stop materials on hot parts of the exhaust hole the vehicle immediately in accordance...
Page 29: Declaration Of Conformity For Wireless Vehicle Components
General notes The name and address of the responsible party Declaration of conformity for wireless vehi‐ Never touch damaged component parts of high-voltage components. cle components peiker acustic GmbH Never touch component parts of high- USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle com‐ voltage components after an accident.
Page 30: Qualified Specialist Workshop
Qualified specialist workshop could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave warning stickers in position. An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali‐ fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary Observe the following information in particular special skills, tools and qualifications to cor‐...
Page 31: Problems With Your Vehicle
Limited Warranty faction, please discuss the problem again with If you believe that your vehicle has a defect an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec‐ * NOTE Damage to the vehicle arising which could cause a crash or could cause injury essary, contact us at one of the following from violation of these operating instruc‐...
Page 32: Qr Code For Rescue Card
(e.g. workshops, manufactur‐ Further information can be obtained at https:// Status messages concerning the vehicle or ers) or third parties (e.g. breakdown services). www.mercedes-benz.de/qr-code. its individual components (e.g. number of Services include repair services, maintenance wheel revolutions/speed, longitudinal accel‐...
Page 33 General notes assist in finding malfunctions and improving drive or MP3 player). If this data is stored in the Depending on the type of integration, this can quality and are transmitted to the manufacturer, vehicle, you can delete it at any time. This data include: if necessary.
Page 34 General notes Third party services Event data recorders Online functions can be used via the wireless network connection. This includes online serv‐ If it is possible to use online services from other USA only: ices and applications/apps provided by the man‐ providers, these services are the responsibility This vehicle is equipped with an event data ufacturer or other providers.
Page 35: Copyright
Daimler AG. data from the EDR is commercially available, EDRs. ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly Johnson Controls. disclaims any and all liability arising from the iPod ® and iTunes ®...
Page 36 General notes ® Burmester is a registered trademark of Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH. Microsoft ® and Windows Media ® are regis‐ tered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ® SIRIUS is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc. HD Radio™ is a registered trademark of iBiq‐ uity Digital Corporation.
Page 37: Occupant Safety
Emergency Tension‐ authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. ing Devices and/or airbags supplement the pro‐ USA only: for details, contact our Customer tection offered by a correctly worn seat belt.
Page 38 Occupant safety Restraint system functionality the components of the restraint system must gered unintentionally or may not deploy as take place in good time at the start of the colli‐ intended during an accident. This may affect When the ignition is switched on, a self-test is sion.
Page 39: Seat Belts
In California, Knee airbag Frontal impact see https://www.dtsc.ca.gov/ Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop Side airbag Side impact after an accident. Take this into account, partic‐...
Page 40 Occupant safety The seat belt must be routed across the cen‐ securing objects, luggage or loads & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to ter of the shoulder and as low down across page 114). incorrectly fastened seat belt the hips as possible.
Page 41 Occupant safety Limitations of the protection provided by the & WARNING Risk of injury or death when The seat belt may not then provide the seat belt proper protection. additional restraint systems are not used for persons with a smaller build Before starting a journey, make sure &...
Page 42 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Never modify the seat belts, Emergency vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop Tensioning Devices, seat belt ancho‐ after an accident.
Page 43 Occupant safety Releasing seat belts have fastened their seat belts, the seat belt * NOTE Deployment of the Emergency warning goes out. Tensioning Device and side air bag when Press the release button in the seat belt In the following cases, the seat belt warning the front passenger seat is unoccupied buckle and guide the seat belt back with the lights up during a journey if:...
Page 44: Airbags
Occupant safety Potential protection from each airbag: When installing a child restraint system to the Airbags front passenger seat, observe the vehicle-spe‐ AIRBAG Potential protection for: Overview of airbags cific information ( page 63). Also, always observe the notes on rearward-facing or Knee airbag Thigh, knee and lower leg forward-facing child restraint systems on the...
Page 45 Occupant safety To avoid the risks resulting from the deployment The seat belt tongue is engaged in the & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to of an airbag, each vehicle occupant must seat belt buckle of the front passenger incorrect seat position observe the following information in particular: seat and the front passenger seat is...
Page 46 Mercedes-Benz. There are no accessory parts, such as mobile Never modify the cover of an airbag and navigation devices, mobile phones or cup do not affix objects to it.
Page 47 Occupant safety Status of the front passenger front airbag The backrest of the forward-facing child Consequently, the airbags cannot protect restraint system must, as far as possible, be vehicle occupants as they are designed to Function of the automatic front passenger resting on the seat backrest of the front airbag shutoff passenger seat.
Page 48 Occupant safety The front passenger sits in such a way that The entire base of the child restraint The front passenger seat has been moved their weight is raised from the sitting sur‐ system must always rest on the sitting as far back as possible.
Page 49 Occupant safety Function of the PASSENGER AIR BAG indica‐ Status display The status of the front passenger airbag is dis‐ tor lamps played after the self-test: If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure, both before and during the journey, that the sta‐ PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for tus of the front passenger airbag is correct for 60 seconds, subsequently both indicator...
Page 50 Occupant safety NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to adjust the seat belt outlet and the front system on a seat protected by an ENABLED passenger seat accordingly. incorrect positioning of the forward- FRONT AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERI‐...
Page 51: Pre-Safe ® System
Occupant safety with a build corresponding to that of an adult & WARNING Risk of injury or death when The person is seated properly with a cor‐ should not use the front passenger seat. rectly fastened seat belt. the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator Instead, they should use a rear seat.
Page 52 Occupant safety Vehicles with sliding sunroof: Close the ® celed automatically when the vehicle pulls Reversing the PRE-SAFE system measures away. sliding sunroof. If an accident did not occur, the pre-emptive Vehicles with memory function: Move the measures that were taken are reversed. If an accident did not occur, the pre-emptive front passenger seat to a more favorable measures that were taken are reversed.
Page 53: Safely Transporting Children In The Vehi Cle
Always secure the child in a child restraint ® If PRE-SAFE Impulse Side has been deployed or The child restraint system must be appropriate system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi‐ is faulty, the PRE-SAFE Impulse Side Inoperative to the age, weight and size of the child. cle.
Page 54 If the child restraint system is incorrectly Securing systems for child restraint systems installed on a suitable seating position, it Mercedes-Benz recommends a suitable child in the vehicle cannot perform its intended protective func‐ booster seat with a backrest and seat belt guide.
Page 55 Occupant safety Do not modify the child restraint system instructions as well as the vehicle-specific Always use child restraint systems with information: the original cover designed for them. & WARNING Risk of injury due to modifi‐ Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child Always replace damaged covers with cations to the child restraint system restraint system on the rear seat...
Page 56 Occupant safety The child cannot be restrained in the event of Protect it with a blanket, for example. In addition, the children could also set the an accident, heavy braking or a sudden vehicle in motion, for example by: If the child restraint system has been change of direction.
Page 57 Occupant safety Never leave animals in the vehicle unat‐ tended. Overview of suitable seats in the vehicle for installing a child restraint system Securing systems for child restraint systems Vehicle seat Left/right rear seat (second seat Favored securing system: Alternative securing system: row) ®...
Page 58 Occupant safety Vehicle seat Front passenger seat Securing system: Be sure to observe: Vehicle seat belt If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure, both before and during the journey, that the sta‐ tus of the front passenger airbag is correct for the current situation ( page 47).
Page 59 Occupant safety Activating/deactivating the seat belt's spe‐ The seat belts on the following seats are equip‐ Hold the seat belt tongue and guide back to cial seatbelt retractor ped with a special seatbelt retractor: the seat belt outlet. Front passenger seat &...
Page 60 Occupant safety Regularly check that the permissible gross mass Objects or loads in the trunk/cargo com‐ If the child and the child restraint system of the child and child restraint system is still partment cannot be restrained by the together weigh more than 73 lb (33 kg), the complied with.
Page 61 Occupant safety O When using a Group I forward-facing Vehicles with rigid rear seats: engaged in both mounting brackets in the child restraint system: remove the head vehicle. restraint from the respective seat, if possi‐ * NOTE Be careful not to damage the seat ble.
Page 62 Occupant safety After removing the child restraint system, re- Attach the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child display on the instrument cluster (fold rear seat attach covers 1. restraint system to both mounting brackets back electrically) or the red lock verification indi‐ in the vehicle. cator will be visible (fold rear seat back mechani‐...
Page 63 Occupant safety Securing the child restraint system with the If necessary, slide head restraint upwards page 105). seat belt Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint Securing the child restraint system with the system with Top Tether. Comply with the seat belt on the rear seat child restraint system manufacturer's instal‐...
Page 64 Occupant safety After the child restraint system has been The seat belts on the following seats are equip‐ Make sure that the seat backrest and removed, replace the head restraints imme‐ ped with a child seat safety feature: the rear bench seat/rear seat are diately and adjust them correctly.
Page 65 Occupant safety Notes on rearward-facing and forward-facing Securing the child restraint system with the Observe the specific instructions for the rear‐ child restraint systems on the front ward-facing and forward-facing child restraint seat belt on the front passenger seat passenger seat systems ( page 63).
Page 66 Occupant safety Child safety locks O The child restraint system must not be ten‐ highest position and the rear edge of the sioned between the roof and the seat cush‐ seat cushion is in the lowest position. Activating/deactivating the child safety lock ion and/or be installed facing the wrong Set the seat backrest to the most vertical for the rear doors...
Page 67 Occupant safety The child safety lock on the rear doors secures Never leave children unattended in the & WARNING Risk of accident and injury each door separately. The doors can no longer vehicle. due to children left unattended in the be opened from the inside.
Page 68: Notes On Pets In The Vehicle
Occupant safety Activating/deactivating the child safety lock To activate/deactivate: press button 2. switch systems on or off and endanger for the rear passenger compartment side other road users The rear passenger compartment side win‐ windows dow can be opened or closed in the following Unsecured animals may be thrown around in cases: the vehicle in the event of an accident or...
Page 69: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Overview of SmartKey functions Keep the vehicle key out of reach of & WARNING Risk of accident and injury children. due to children left unattended in the vehicle * NOTE Damage to the key caused by magnetic fields...
Page 70 Opening and closing The tailgate The panic alarm function is only available in Unlocking the driver's door and fuel filler flap certain countries. If the vehicle is not opened within approximately To switch between settings: press the 40 seconds after unlocking, it locks again. Anti- Ü...
Page 71 Opening and closing To deactivate: press the ß button on the To remove: press release knob 1. Keep batteries out of the reach of chil‐ SmartKey twice in quick succession. Emergency key is pushed out slightly. dren. The battery check lamp of the SmartKey Pull out emergency key until it engages in If batteries are swallowed, seek medical...
Page 72 You require a CR 2032 3 V cell battery. Insert the new battery into battery compart‐ ment 3. Observe the positive pole marking Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the in the battery compartment and on the bat‐ battery replaced at a qualified specialist work‐...
Page 73 Opening and closing Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Possible causes: You can no longer lock or unlock the The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. vehicle. There is interference from a powerful radio signal source. The SmartKey is faulty.
Page 74: Doors
Opening and closing Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle The vehicle is not unlocked: Doors from the inside If you have locked the vehicle using the Unlocking and opening doors from the inside SmartKey. If you have locked the vehicle using KEY‐ LESS-GO.
Page 75 Opening and closing If you open the tailgate from outside it is auto‐ matically unlocked. To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur‐ face of the door handle. To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface or 2. Convenience closing: touch recessed sen‐ sor surface until the closing process has been completed.
Page 76 Opening and closing Problems with KEYLESS-GO Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Possible causes are: You can no longer lock or unlock the The key functions have been deactivated ( page 68). vehicle using KEYLESS-GO. The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. There is interference from a powerful radio signal source.
Page 77 Opening and closing In the following situations, there is a danger of being locked out when the function is activated: While the vehicle is being tow started/ pushed. If the vehicle is being tested on a roller dyna‐ mometer. Power closing function If you push the door into the lock to the first detent position, the power closing function will automatically pull the door into the lock.
Page 78: Cargo Compartment
Opening and closing Cargo compartment Opening the tailgate & DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the tail‐ gate is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion.
Page 79 Opening and closing If the tailgate is unlocked, pull the tailgate There is a risk of injury, particularly in the Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity handle and release it. event of sudden braking or a sudden change of the closing area during the closing For a tailgate stopped in an intermediate in direction.
Page 80 Opening and closing Press and hold the p button on the SmartKey (with the SmartKey in the vicinity of the vehicle). Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS Make a kicking movement with your foot below the bumper ( page 79). Automatic reversing function for the tailgate The tailgate is equipped with automatic obstruc‐...
Page 81 Opening and closing HANDS-FREE ACCESS function Observe the notes when opening ( page 76) & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped and closing ( page 77) the tailgate. despite the reversing function Two warning tones sound when the tailgate The reversing function does not react: is opening or closing.
Page 82 Opening and closing The tailgate can open or close unintentionally in (3 m) away from the vehicle in such sit‐ the following situations: uations. If a person's arms or legs are moving in the When making the kicking movement, make sure sensor detection range, e.g.
Page 83: Side Windows
Opening and closing Limiting the opening angle of the tailgate Unlocking the tailgate with the emergency Insert emergency key into opening the trim and push it in. Activating the opening angle limiter The tailgate will be unlocked. Requirements: You can limit the opening angle of the tailgate in the top half of its opening range to approx‐...
Page 84 Opening and closing The buttons on the driver's door take prece‐ & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped Never leave children unattended in the dence. vehicle. when closing a side window To start automatic operation: press the When closing a side window, body parts Requirements: W button beyond the point of resistance could be trapped in the closing area in the...
Page 85 Opening and closing Convenience opening (ventilating the vehicle During the closing process, make sure that If the roller sunblinds of the panoramic slid‐ no body parts are in the closing area. before starting a journey) ing sunroof are closed, the roller sunblinds are opened first.
Page 86 Opening and closing Press and hold the ß button on the Convenience closing can also be operated Parts of the body could become trapped in SmartKey. with KEYLESS-GO ( page 72). the closing area in the process. The following functions are performed: Make sure that no parts of the body are Problems with the side windows The vehicle is locked.
Page 87: Sliding Sunroof
Opening and closing Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the side window is obstructed again and reopens again immediately: Immediately after this, pull the corresponding button again until the side window has closed, and hold the button for at least one more second (follow-up adjustment). The side window is closed without the automatic reversing function.
Page 88 Opening and closing & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free of snow and ice. while opening and closing the roller sun blind * NOTE Damage caused by protruding When opening or closing, make sure that no objects body parts become trapped between the roller sun blind and frame or the sliding sun‐...
Page 89 Opening and closing Check whether the sliding sunroof can be reversing function is only an aid and is not a sub‐ Briefly press the button in any direction raised or opened when a roof rack is instal‐ stitute for your attentiveness. during automatic operation.
Page 90 Opening and closing function when driving" and "Automatic lower‐ When closing the roller sunblind, make This could trap you or other persons. ing". sure that no body parts are in the range Make sure that nobody reaches into the of movement. Rain closing function when driving sweep of the sliding sunroof whilst the Release the button immediately if...
Page 91 Opening and closing Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped or fatal injury by closing the sliding sunroof again The sliding sunroof cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause. If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased force.
Page 92: Roller Sun Blinds
Opening and closing Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Vehicles without a panoramic slid‐ Press the 3 button for another second. ing sunroof: The sliding sunroof does Close the sliding sunroof. not operate smoothly. Pull and hold the 3 button little by little until the sliding sunroof is fully closed. Vehicles with a panoramic sliding Pull and hold the 3 button little by little until the roller sunblind is fully closed.
Page 93 Opening and closing Operating the roller sunblind for the panor‐ Opening and closing the roller sunblind amic roof & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when opening and closing the roller sun‐ blinds Body parts can become trapped between the roller sunblind and frame when opening or closing.
Page 94 Opening and closing stop automatic operation by pushing or pulling When the panoramic roof is open, it will This means that the reversing feature cannot the button again. close first. To close the roller sunblind, press prevent entrapment in these situations. button again.
Page 95: Anti-Theft Protection
In the event the engine cannot be started second. (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the Check whether the roller sunblind can be system is not operational. Contact an completely opened again. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 96 Opening and closing Deactivating the alarm using KEYLESS-GO After unlocking the vehicle using KEYLESS- Grasp the outside door handle with the After pressing the start/stop button with the SmartKey outside the vehicle. SmartKey in the stowage compartment page 162) Function of the tow-away alarm When the Mercedes‑Benz emergency call This function may not be available in all system is active and the alarm stays on for...
Page 97 Opening and closing The tow-away alarm is automatically deactiva‐ If quick access is unavailable, select the The interior motion sensor is automatically deac‐ ted: Vehicle submenu in the Settings main menu tivated: to arm or disarm the tow-away alarm. After pressing the Ü or p button on after pressing the Ü...
Page 98 Opening and closing Activating/deactivating the interior motion sensor Multimedia system: © Settings Quick Access Activate or deactivate Interior Motion Sen- sor. The interior motion sensor is activated again in the following cases: The vehicle is unlocked again. A door is opened. The vehicle is locked again.
Page 99: Seats And Stowing
Seats and stowing Your legs are not fully extended and you can Notes on the correct driver's seat position depress the pedals properly & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting The back of your head is supported at eye the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in level by the center of the head restraint motion You can hold the steering wheel with your...
Page 100 Seats and stowing When leaving the vehicle, always take & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting Children in particular could accidentally the SmartKey with you and lock the press the electrical seat adjustment buttons the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in vehicle.
Page 101 Seats and stowing Adjusting the front passenger seat electri‐ Do not interchange the head restraints of the front and rear seats. Otherwise, you will not be cally from the driver's seat able to adjust the height and angle of the head Requirements: restraints correctly.
Page 102 100 Seats and stowing Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support Adjusting the rear seats electrically Seat heating Seat ventilation The middle seat backrest is adjusted together with the left seat. Memory function To select the front passenger seat: press button 1. When the indicator lamp lights up, the front passenger seat is selected.
Page 103 Seats and stowing 101 Folding the rear seats forwards electrically A child restraint system would no longer anism, in particular in the event of an acci‐ be supported correctly or positioned cor‐ dent, sudden braking or an abrupt change of &...
Page 104 102 Seats and stowing ment floor position, the left-hand seat back‐ pectedly, e.g. when accelerating, braking or rest cannot be folded forwards in the event of an abrupt change of direction page 117). or an accident. People in the seat's sweep can become trap‐ You can fold the seats in the second row of ped.
Page 105 Seats and stowing 103 To fold the seat back into the driving posi‐ Fold the seat backrest forwards. tion: press and hold the release button Before starting the journey, make sure that until the seat engages audibly. the seat backrest and the rear bench seat The seat tilts downwards and stops in the are engaged.
Page 106 104 Seats and stowing Adjust the head restraint fore-and-aft position so To move forward: press release knob steering wheel or the mirror and fasten that it is as close as possible to the back of your and pull the head restraint forward. your seat belt.
Page 107 Seats and stowing 105 Adjusting the head restraints of the rear Vehicles with a third row of seats seats mechanically The head restraints on the third row of seats Depending on the vehicle equipment, the head have a usage and non-usage position. The usage restraints in the rear passenger compartment position is the extended, top position in which can be adjusted.
Page 108 106 Seats and stowing Installing Setting the seat heating balance a) Tap the warning message on the Insert the head restraint such that the Select Seat Heating Balance. media display. notches on the bar are on the left when Adjust the heat distribution for the desired viewed in the direction of travel.
Page 109 Seats and stowing 107 This setting is available only for individual You can also make these settings via the Start the program for the desired seat ;. user profiles. For the guest profile, auto‐ Mercedes me portal for your user profile. By To set the massage intensity: switch High matic seat adjustment cannot be switched...
Page 110 108 Seats and stowing Switching the seat heating on/off ments placed on the seats, e.g. seat cush‐ ions or child seats. This could cause damage & WARNING Risk of burns due to repeat‐ to the seat surface. edly switching on the seat heating Make sure that no objects or docu‐...
Page 111 Seats and stowing 109 To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐ The power supply is switched on. repeatedly until the desired heating level is set. If all indicator lamps are off, the seat heating is switched off. The seat heating will automatically switch down from the three heating levels after 8, 10 and 20 minutes until the seat heating is switched off.
Page 112: Steering Wheel
110 Seats and stowing To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐ steering wheel or the mirror and fasten repeatedly until the desired ventila‐ your seat belt. tion level is set. If all indicator lamps are off, the seat ventila‐ & WARNING Risk of entrapment for chil‐ tion is switched off.
Page 113: Easy Entry And Exit Feature
Seats and stowing 111 Adjusting the steering wheel electrically Switching the steering wheel heater on or off To switch off: push the switch to position The steering wheel can be adjusted when the Requirements: Indicator lamp goes out. ignition is switched off. The ignition is switched on.
Page 114 112 Seats and stowing Vehicles with memory function: You can stop The steering wheel will move upwards only if & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped it is not already as high as it will go. The driv‐ the adjustment process by pressing one of the while adjusting the easy entry and exit memory function position switches.
Page 115: Operating The Memory Function
Seats and stowing 113 Outside mirrors Operating the memory function If someone becomes trapped, press a preset position button or seat adjust‐ Head-up Display & WARNING Risk of an accident if the ment switch immediately. Steering column memory function is used while driving Seat contour &...
Page 116: Stowage Areas
114 Seats and stowing Press memory button M and then press pre‐ Never drive with the tailgate open. In addition, cup holders, open stowage set position button 1, 2 or 3 within three sec‐ spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot onds.
Page 117 Seats and stowing 115 Always use the partition net when transport‐ Stowage/telephone compartment with cup & WARNING Risk of burns from the tail‐ ing objects in the cargo compartment. holder in the front of the center console pipe and tailpipe trims always place the load behind unoccupied Glove box The exhaust tailpipe and tailpipe trims can...
Page 118 116 Seats and stowing Using the stowage compartment and MBUX Opening the stowage compartment in the rear tablet in the rear armrest rear passenger compartment center console * NOTE Damage to the rear armrest due to body weight When folded out, the rear armrest can be damaged by body weight.
Page 119 Seats and stowing 117 Do not sit or support yourself on the When adjusting a seat, make sure that rear seat armrest. no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat. In vehicles with a foldable rear armrest, this can be folded down to allow the stowage compart‐...
Page 120 118 Seats and stowing Folding the rear seats forwards mechanically To fold the left and right rear seat backr‐ Always ensure that the seat and seat back‐ ests forwards: if necessary, insert the seat rest are engaged, especially: Depending on the vehicle equipment, the backrest head restraints ( page 105).
Page 121 Seats and stowing 119 Fold seat backrest forwards. Observe the following recommendations: Observe the following recommendations: If you wish to fold only one of the outer rear seat backrests forwards, it is recom‐ If you wish to fold only one of the outer mended that you fold the right rear seat rear seat backrests forwards, it is recom‐...
Page 122 120 Seats and stowing Folding back the rear seat mechanically Folding back the rear seat electrically Folding the seat backrest on the third row of seats forwards Requirements: The seats and the seat backrests of the sec‐ ond row of seats have been moved forwards sufficiently.
Page 123 Seats and stowing 121 Extending/retracting the cargo compart‐ The seats and the seat backrests of the sec‐ using tie-downs, even if you are using ond row of seats have been moved forwards ment cover the cargo compartment cover. sufficiently. Swivel the seat backrest back until it audibly * NOTE Damage to the cargo compart‐...
Page 124 122 Seats and stowing Removing the cargo compartment cover Stowing the cargo compartment cover Guide the cargo compartment cover for‐ wards using the grab handle until it is fully Depending on the vehicle variant, the cargo retracted. compartment cover can be stowed under the cargo compartment floor.
Page 125 Seats and stowing 123 Installing the cargo compartment cover Overview of the tie-down eyes in the cargo Overview of bag hooks compartment & WARNING Risk of injury when using bag Observe the notes on loading the vehicle hooks with heavy objects page 114).
Page 126 124 Seats and stowing Coat hook Coat hooks are not suitable for heavy objects. Use the coat hooks only for light objects such as jackets. EASY-PACK load-securing kit Notes on the snap-in module for the cargo compartment (telescopic rods) The EASY-PACK load-securing kit allows you to use your cargo compartment for a variety of pur‐...
Page 127 Seats and stowing 125 Installing a telescopic rod & WARNING Risk of injury due to an open cargo compartment floor If you drive when the cargo compartment floor is open, objects could be thrown around and thereby strike vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direc‐...
Page 128 126 Seats and stowing Opening or closing the stowage space under Opening Fold the cargo compartment floor down‐ the cargo compartment floor wards and then press handle down until it engages. & WARNING Risk of injury due to an open cargo compartment floor Locking and unlocking the cargo compart‐...
Page 129 Use only roof racks tested and & WARNING Risk of injury if the maximum rack not tested and approved for Mercedes- approved for Mercedes-Benz. roof load is exceeded Benz. Depending on the vehicle equipment,...
Page 130: Cup Holder
128 Seats and stowing Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the fol‐ Cup holder lowing cup holders will be available: Using the cup holder In the front stowage compartment of the center console & WARNING ‑ Risk of accident or injury In the rear passenger compartment center when using the cup holder while the console...
Page 131 Seats and stowing 129 Opening or closing the cup holders in the You can burn yourself on them. rear armrest Do not touch the cup holder's hot heat‐ ing elements. * NOTE Damage to the rear armrest due to Ensure that no children can access the body weight cup holder's hot heating elements.
Page 132: Ashtray And Cigarette Lighter
130 Seats and stowing cup holder's metal insert when the warning Ashtray and cigarette lighter lamp is lit. Using the ashtray To switch off: press button repeatedly until the indicator lamp on the button goes out. Clean the removable rubber mat only with clean, lukewarm water and the cup holder only with a damp cloth.
Page 133: Sockets
Seats and stowing 131 To open the ashtray: fold cover Sockets Never leave children unattended in the upwards. vehicle. Using the 12 V socket in the front center The top part of the ashtray can be removed console Requirements: for cleaning or emptying by twisting it. Clean Requirements: the ashtray, e.g.
Page 134 132 Seats and stowing Using the 115 V socket in the rear passenger & DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to incor‐ compartment rect handling of the socket You could receive an electric shock: & DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to dam‐ aged connecting cables or sockets if you reach into the socket.
Page 135 Seats and stowing 133 Using the 12 V socket in the cargo compart‐ Overview of USB ports ment Depending on the vehicle equipment, the vehicle Requirements: has the following USB ports: Only devices up to a maximum of 240 W In the stowage compartment of the cockpit (20 A) are permissible.
Page 136: Wireless Charging Of The Mobile Phone And Connection With The Exterior Antenna
134 Seats and stowing Wireless charging of the mobile phone and Close the lockable stowage spaces * NOTE Damage to objects caused by connection with the exterior antenna before starting a journey. placing them in the mobile phone stow‐ age compartment Notes on wirelessly charging the mobile Always stow and secure heavy, hard, phone...
Page 137: Installing/Removing The Floor Mats
Seats and stowing 135 Wireless charging of a mobile phone in the Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Malfunctions detected during the charging mobile phone is connected to the vehicle's cockpit process are shown in the multimedia system exterior antenna via the charging module. display.
Page 138 136 Seats and stowing To remove: pull the floor mat off holders 2. Do not use loose floor mats and do not place floor mats on top of one another. Remove the floor mat. Vehicles with a third row of seats: to install and remove the floor mats on the third row of seats, slide the corresponding seat on the second row of seats forwards.
Page 139: Light And Visibility
Light and visibility 137 Light switch L Low beam/high beam Exterior lighting R Switches the rear fog light on/off Operating the light switch Information about lighting systems and your responsibility When low beam is activated, the T parking lamps indicator lamp will be deactivated and The various lighting systems of the vehicle are replaced by the L low beam indicator lamp.
Page 140 138 Light and visibility Operating the combination switch for the Observe the notes on surround lighting Press the R button. page 142). lights Please observe the country-specific laws on the Automatic driving lights function use of rear fog lamps. The parking lamps, low beam and daytime run‐ ning lamps will be switched on automatically depending on the ignition status and the ambi‐...
Page 141 Light and visibility 139 High beam Activating/deactivating the hazard warning To indicate permanently: press the combi‐ lamps nation switch beyond the point of resistance To switch on: turn the light switch to the in the direction of arrow or 4. L or Ã...
Page 142 140 Light and visibility Cornering light At speeds between 25 mph (40 km/h) and Road users whose lighting is obstructed, 45 mph (70 km/h) when the steering wheel e.g. by a barrier Cornering light function is turned On very rare occasions, Adaptive Highbeam Traffic circle and intersection function: the Assist may fail to recognize other road users cornering light will be activated on both sides...
Page 143 Light and visibility 141 the prevailing light, visibility and traffic condi‐ High-beam headlamps Switch on the high beam using the combina‐ tions. tion switch. At speeds greater than 19 mph (30 km/h): When the high beam is switched on automat‐ Adaptive Highbeam Assist is only available in If no other road users are detected, the high ically in the dark, the _ indicator lamp on...
Page 144: Interior Lighting
142 Light and visibility Control panel in the grab handle Multimedia system: Interior lighting © Settings Light Adjusting the interior lighting Exterior Lighting Delay Front overhead control panel Set the switch-off delay time. The exterior lighting is activated for the set time when the vehicle is parked.
Page 145 Light and visibility 143 Switching the interior lighting switch-off Set the desired color. Select Multi-color Animation. The chosen color combination will change at delay time on/off There are 64 colors available. predefined intervals. Multimedia system: Adjusting the brightness Activating welcome lighting ©...
Page 146: Windshield Wiper And Windshield Washer System
144 Light and visibility Switching the rear window wiper on/off ° Continuous wiping, slow Windshield wiper and windshield washer system ¯ Continuous wiping, fast Switching the windshield wipers on/off Turn the combination switch to the correct position 1 - 5. Single wipe/washing: push the button on the combination switch in the direction of arrow 1.
Page 147 Light and visibility 145 To switch intermittent wiping on or off: Moving the wiper arms into the replacement press button 2. position Vehicles with rain sensor: The wipe inter‐ Switch the ignition on and switch off again val automatically adapts to the driving condi‐ immediately.
Page 148 146 Light and visibility Installing the wiper blades Fold the wiper arms back onto the wind‐ Remove protective film from the mainte‐ shield. nance display on the tip of the newly instal‐ led wiper blades. Switch on the ignition. Press the î button on the combination If the color of the maintenance display changes switch.
Page 149 Light and visibility 147 Removing the wiper blades To remove the wiper blade: press release Press the wiper blade onto the wiper arm in the direction of arrow beyond the point of knob 2, pull the wiper blade in the direction of arrow and remove.
Page 150: Mirrors
148 Light and visibility Installing the wiper blade Fold the wiper arm from the replacement position back onto the rear window. Mirrors Operating the outside mirrors & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in motion You could lose control of the vehicle in the following situations:...
Page 151 Light and visibility 149 Folding the outside mirrors in/out Adjusting the outside mirrors & WARNING Risk of accident due to mis‐ Press button to select the outside judgment of distances when using the mirror to be adjusted. passenger mirror Use button to adjust the position of the The outside mirror on the front-passenger mirror glass.
Page 152 150 Light and visibility Automatic anti-glare mirrors function In the following situations, the front-passenger Immediately change out of clothing outside mirror will swivel downwards in the which has been contaminated with & WARNING Risk of acid burns and poi‐ direction of the rear wheel on the front passeng‐ electrolyte.
Page 153: Operating The Sun Visors
Light and visibility 151 Storing and calling up the parking position of Calling up Operating the sun visors the front-passenger outside mirror Select the front-passenger outside mirror Using the single sun visor using button 1. Storing Engage reverse gear. The front-passenger outside mirror will move to the stored parking position.
Page 154: Area Permeable To Radio Waves On The Windshield
152 Light and visibility Area permeable to radio waves on the Infrared-reflective windshield function windshield The infrared-reflective windshield is coated and reduces the build-up of heat in the vehicle inte‐ rior. The coating shields the vehicle interior from radio waves. Slide sun visor horizontally as required.
Page 155: Climate Control
Sets the temperature filters recommended and approved by Overview of the control panel for 3-zone A Calls up/exits the air conditioning Mercedes-Benz. Always have service work car‐ automatic climate control menu ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Pressing and holding the A button The indicator lamps on the buttons indicate that the corresponding function is activated.
Page 156: Operating The Climate Control System
154 Climate control Á Switches the A/C function on/ Sets climate control to automatic mode page 155) off( page 155) Switches residual heat on/off Sets the airflow page 157) Switches climate control on/off 0 Activates/deactivates synchroniza‐ page 155) tion( page 156) Switches the residual heat on/off page 157) w Sets the temperature on the front...
Page 157 Climate control 155 Calling up the air conditioning menu If climate control is switched off, the win‐ Press the Ã button. dows may fog up more quickly. Switch off To switch to manual mode: press the Ã Calling up the air conditioning menu using climate control only briefly.
Page 158 156 Climate control Setting climate control for the rear Activating/deactivating the climate control a Defroster, footwell and side air vents passenger compartment (multimedia sys‐ synchronization function via the control _ All vents tem) panel b Defroster, middle and side air vents Climate control can be set centrally using the Setting the temperature W Automatic air distribution...
Page 159 Climate control 157 Switching the residual heat on or off Activating/deactivating ionization Select SYNC. Depending on the previous status, the func‐ Requirements: The ionization improves the quality of the vehi‐ tion is activated or deactivated. cle's interior air. The ionization of the interior air The vehicle is parked.
Page 160 158 Climate control Select Quality. If liquid perfume comes into contact with your eyes or skin, rinse your eyes Select FRESHENER. The fragrance system begins at the highest with clean water. intensity. If symptoms continue, consult a doctor. Keep pressing until the desired intensity is reached.
Page 161 Climate control 159 Air vents If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior Optimum climate comfort is achieved with perfumes, observe the manufacturers' safety the air vents in the center position. Adjusting the front air vents notices on the perfume packaging.
Page 162 160 Climate control Adjusting the rear air vents Opening or closing the air vent in the glove * NOTE Damage to temperature-sensitive objects in the glove box Temperature-sensitive objects stored in the glove box may be damaged by the air vent located inside it.
Page 163: Driving And Parking
Driving and parking 161 Driving Operate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example. Notes on Mercedes-AMG vehicles In addition, the children could also set the Observe the notes on the following topics in the vehicle in motion, for example by: Supplement, as you may otherwise fail to recog‐...
Page 164 162 Driving and parking To switch on the ignition: press button If the vehicle does not start: switch off non- Never leave the engine or, if present, essential consumers and press button twice. the auxiliary heating running in an The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster once.
Page 165 Driving and parking 163 must be located in marked space next to Ensure the following before starting the engine: the symbol during the entire journey. The legal stipulations in the area where your Have SmartKey checked at a qualified vehicle is parked allow engine starting via specialist workshop.
Page 166 164 Driving and parking Ensure the following before starting the engine: The panic alarm is not activated. Open a side window or the sliding sunroof. The legal stipulations in the area where your The hazard warning lights are switched off. vehicle is parked allow engine starting via Breaking-in notes The hood is closed.
Page 167 Driving and parking 165 Notes on optimized acceleration Requirements: Only increase the engine speed gradually and accelerate the vehicle to full speed after The vehicle has been broken in If all necessary requirements and activation con‐ 1,000 miles (1,500 km). page 164).
Page 168 166 Driving and parking Notes on driving ® Deactivate ESP page 202). & WARNING Risk of accident due to Depress and hold the brake pedal firmly with unsuitable footwear & WARNING Risk of accident due to your left foot. Operation of the pedals may be restricted objects in the driver's footwell With your right foot, fully depress the accel‐...
Page 169 Driving and parking 167 Do not switch off the ignition while driv‐ & DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to poi‐ The probability of a serious or even fatal acci‐ ing. dent greatly increases if you drive when sonous exhaust gases under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Page 170 168 Driving and parking Notes on hydroplaning Only depress the accelerator pedal * NOTE Wearing out the brake linings by Hydroplaning can take place once a certain slightly. continuously depressing the brake pedal amount of water has accumulated on the road Have the cause rectified immediately at Do not depress the brake pedal contin‐...
Page 171 Driving and parking 169 Observe the following if you must drive through the system. Clean the brakes after driving off- Always drive on inclines in the line of water: road. If you then notice reduced braking effect fall (straight up or down) and do not or hear scraping noises, have the brake system observe the maximum permissible fording turn.
Page 172 170 Driving and parking Off-road driving Adapt your driving style to the terrain. If there is damage, consult a qualified Read this section before driving your vehicle off- specialist workshop immediately. Do not use the HOLD function on steep road. Practice by driving over more gentle off- downhill or uphill gradients with slippery or road terrain first.
Page 173 Driving and parking 171 Fording Shift to a lower gear on uphill gradients and Headlamps and tail lamps on long, steep downhill gradients. Also observe the following information when Tires, wheels and wheel arches fording: Activate DSR before driving downhill, if nec‐ underbody essary ( page 211).
Page 174 172 Driving and parking The engine is switched off automatically in the You depress the accelerator pedal. You engage transmission position j. following situations if all vehicle conditions for An automatic engine start is necessary. If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/ an automatic engine stop are met: stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warn‐...
Page 175 Driving and parking 173 If you switch on the HOLD function or select a You engage transmission position h or k. If, in spite of an intelligent stop inhibitor, the different transmission position than k, the engine should be switched off by the ECO You release the brake pedal, the vehicle is engine will automatically stop in the following start/stop function, activate the HOLD func‐...
Page 176 174 Driving and parking Deactivating or activating the ECO start/ ECO display function The lettering in the segment will light up brightly, stop function the outer edge will light up and the segment will The ECO display summarizes your driving char‐ fill up when the following driving style is adop‐...
Page 177 Driving and parking 175 The additional range achieved as a result of your The number of segments shown changes driving style in comparison with a driver with a depending on the distance to the event ahead: very sporty driving style will be shown in the A few segments: the event ahead is near.
Page 178: Dynamic Select Switch
176 Driving and parking If the event involves a vehicle in front, all seg‐ good time. The driver must be ready to brake at DYNAMIC SELECT switch ments will immediately turn green once there is all times irrespective of whether the system Function of the DYNAMIC SELECT switch a response to the Foot off the Accelerator...
Page 179 Driving and parking 177 Selecting the drive program G (Offroad +): driving on difficult off-road If one of these drive programs is set or selected, terrain symbol is shown as a warning. When The drive program selected appears in the this symbol is shown, the selected drive program multifunction display of the on-board com‐...
Page 180 178 Driving and parking Configuring DYNAMIC SELECT (multimedia The ECO start/stop function is activated auto‐ within the country-specific guidelines for system) matically. permissible tolerances (basis: UN-ECE No. 85 or country-specific guidelines). This function must be activated for each user Multimedia system: profile separately.
Page 181: Automatic Transmission
Driving and parking 179 Automatic transmission & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Keep the vehicle key out of reach of children. due to children left unattended in the DIRECT SELECT lever vehicle Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to shift the trans‐ If children are left unattended in the vehicle, mission position.
Page 182 180 Driving and parking Depress the brake pedal and engage neutral When the vehicle is stationary, press the j Neutral i when the vehicle is stationary. button. Drive position N Permanently Active Risk of Rolling Park position is only engaged when the Engaging reverse gear R Away message appears in the instrument...
Page 183 Driving and parking 181 Permanent setting (vehicles with Offroad You switch off the engine, bring the vehicle The driving speed to a standstill and open the driver's door package or E-Active Body Control) when the vehicle is stationary or when the Manual gearshifting vehicle is rolling and the transmission is in position i.
Page 184 182 Driving and parking Temporary setting Gearshifting The gearshift recommendation assists you in adopting an economical driving style. To activate: pull steering wheel gearshift To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift If gearshift recommendation message paddle or 2. paddle 2. Manual gearshifting is activated for a short shown on the multifunction display, shift to To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift...
Page 185: Function Of 4Matic
Driving and parking 183 The automatic transmission shifts up to the next The speed is within a suitable range. Function of 4MATIC gear when the maximum engine speed is The road's course is suitable, e.g. no steep 4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are driven reached to protect the engine from overrevving.
Page 186: Refueling
184 Driving and parking Refueling Before you open the fuel filler cap or If you or other people come into contact with take hold of the pump nozzle, touch the Refueling the vehicle fuel, observe the following: metallic vehicle body. Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with This discharges any electrostatic charge &...
Page 187 Driving and parking 185 Do not get into the vehicle again during the Never refuel using any of the following fuels: Consult a qualified specialist workshop. refueling process. Otherwise, electrostatic Diesel Have the fuel tank and fuel lines charge could build up again. drained completely.
Page 188: Parking
186 Driving and parking QR code for rescue card Parking & WARNING Risk of fire caused by hot Fuel type exhaust system parts Parking the vehicle Flammable material such as leaves, grass or Press on the back area of fuel filler flap 1. &...
Page 189 Driving and parking 187 Engage transmission position j in a station‐ Operate vehicle equipment and become ary vehicle with the brake pedal applied trapped, for example. page 180). In addition, the children could also set the Switch off the engine and the ignition by vehicle in motion, for example by: pressing button 1.
Page 190 188 Driving and parking Garage door opener When using the integrated garage door opener, always make sure that nobody Programming buttons for the garage door is within the range of movement of the opener door. & DANGER Risk death caused by exhaust Only operate the following doors using the gases garage door opener:...
Page 191 Driving and parking 189 Press and hold button 1, that you The remote control for the door drive is not wish to program. included in the scope of delivery of the Indicator lamp flashes yellow. garage door opener. It can take up to 20 seconds before the indi‐ Synchronizing the rolling code Requirements: cator lamp flashes yellow.
Page 192 190 Driving and parking Please also read the operating instructions Hold remote control at the same angles for the door drive. at various distances in front of the inside rearview mirror. You should test every posi‐ Troubleshooting when programming the tion for at least 25 seconds before trying remote control another position.
Page 193 Driving and parking 191 Clearing the garage door opener memory Radio equipment approval numbers Radio equipment approval numbers Country Radio type approval number Egypt TAC.2511151293.WIR Andorra Australia R-NZ Barbados MED1578 Chile 2488/DFRS20576/F-74 European Brazil Union Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, Gibraltar isto é, não tem direito à...
Page 194 192 Driving and parking Electric parking brake Country Radio type approval number Country Radio type approval number Electric parking brake function (applying Mexico RCPGEMU15-0448 United ER41849/15 automatically) Arab Emi‐ Dealer No: DA35176/14 Monaco rates & WARNING Risk of accident and injury New Zea‐...
Page 195 Driving and parking 193 Electric parking brake function (releasing The HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta‐ Never leave children unattended in the tionary. automatically) vehicle. Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle The electric parking brake is released when the When leaving the vehicle, always take stationary.
Page 196 194 Driving and parking Information on detecting damage on a When the electric parking brake is released, the Push handle 1. red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp parked vehicle The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐ in the instrument cluster goes out. tor lamp appears in the instrument cluster.
Page 197 Driving and parking 195 Standby mode (extension of the starter bat‐ In the case of severe battery discharging, If the following conditions are fulfilled, standby the function for detecting damage on a tery's period out of use) mode can be activated or deactivated using the parked vehicle is automatically deactivated multimedia system: Standby mode function...
Page 198: Driving And Driving Safety Systems
196 Driving and parking Overview of driving systems and driving Multimedia system: in front of, behind or next to the vehicle (depend‐ ing on the vehicle's equipment). safety systems © Settings Vehicle Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the radar In this section, you will find information about Switch Standby Mode on or off.
Page 199 Driving and parking 197 EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist uously in the instrument cluster after the with exit warning ( page 269) engine is started. page 203) Traffic Sign Assist ( page 267) ®...
Page 200 198 Driving and parking Function of BAS (Brake Assist System) ® ® Functions of ESP (Electronic Stability Pro‐ can monitor and improve driving stability gram) and traction in the following situations, within & WARNING Risk of an accident caused by physical limits: a malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist Sys‐...
Page 201 Driving and parking 199 Vehicles with trailer hitch: stabilization of ® If you select the F or G drive program, a It can be advantageous to deactivate ESP in the special ETS system specifically suited to off-road the vehicle/trailer combination is no longer following situations to improve traction: active.
Page 202 200 Driving and parking ® characteristics per drive program Drive program Characteristics ® mode A (Comfort) These drive programs provide the ideal balance ® Comfort between traction and stability. ; (Economy) Drive program A is the drive program recom‐ Vehicles with E‑ACTIVE BODY CONTROL: mended for all road conditions.
Page 203 Driving and parking 201 Drive program Characteristics ® mode B (Sport +) The vehicle's own understeering and oversteer‐ ® Sport + ing characteristics are accentuated. This allows a more active driving style to be adopted. Select drive program B in good road condi‐ tions, for example on dry roads and clear stretches of road.
Page 204 202 Driving and parking ® ® Observe the information on warning lamps and Activating/deactivating ESP (Electronic Sta‐ Activating/deactivating ESP (Electronic Sta‐ display messages which may be shown in the bility Program) (vehicles without Off-road bility Program) (vehicles with Off-road pack‐ instrument cluster.
Page 205 Driving and parking 203 Function of EBD (electronic brake force dis‐ System limits a high center of gravity may tip over before tribution) STEER CONTROL may be impaired or may not ® detects this. function in the following situations: EBD is characterized by the following: Always adapt your driving style to suit ®...
Page 206 204 Driving and parking pedestrians, or reduce the effects of such a colli‐ & WARNING Risk of an accident caused by sion. limited detection performance of Active If Active Brake Assist has detected a risk of colli‐ Brake Assist sion, a warning tone sounds and the L dis‐ Active Brake Assist cannot always clearly tance warning lamp lights up in the instrument identify objects and complex traffic situa‐...
Page 207 Driving and parking 205 The individual subfunctions are available in pedestrian, you will hear an intermittent occurs in the form of slight, repeated ten‐ the following speed ranges: warning tone and the L distance warning sioning of the seat belt. lamp lights up in the instrument cluster.
Page 208 206 Driving and parking The autonomous braking function may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) in the following situations: Vehicles Stationary Crossing Moving Stationary Crossing Cyclists travel‐ Stationary traveling in vehicles vehicles pedestrians pedestrians cyclists ing in front cyclists front Vehicles...
Page 209 Driving and parking 207 Situation-dependent braking assistance may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) in the following situations: Vehicles Stationary Crossing Moving Stationary Crossing Cyclists travel‐ Stationary traveling in vehicles vehicles pedestrians pedestrians cyclists ing in front cyclists front Vehicles...
Page 210 208 Driving and parking System limits Activation by an abrupt steering movement In addition, the steering support of Evasive during a swerving maneuver. Full system performance is not available for a Steering Assist is generally not sufficient to few seconds after switching on the ignition or Assistance during swerving and straightening avoid a collision.
Page 211 Driving and parking 209 If the typical outline of a pedestrian cannot Select a setting. foot from the accelerator pedal after overtaking, be distinguished from the background. The setting is retained when the engine is cruise control will resume speed regulation back next started.
Page 212 210 Driving and parking Requirements: doing so, you will make use of the engine's brak‐ ing effect. This relieves the load on the brake ® must be activated, but not intervening. system and prevents the brakes from overheat‐ The driven speed is at least 15 mph ing and wearing too quickly.
Page 213 Driving and parking 211 To activate cruise control: press rocker Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. target speed. The steeper the downhill gradient, the greater the DSR braking effect on the vehi‐ switch up (SET+) or down (SET-). Press rocker switch up (SET+).
Page 214 212 Driving and parking Notes on DSR able to keep to the target speed. Select a target speed suitable for the environmental conditions & WARNING Risk of skidding and having and also apply the brakes yourself if required. an accident when DSR is activated on Activating/deactivating DSR (vehicles with slippery road surfaces Off-road package or E-Active Body Control)
Page 215 Driving and parking 213 Activating/deactivating DSR (Downhill Speed Changing the target speed The target speed always adjusts in 1 mph Regulation) (vehicles without Off-road pack‐ (1 km/h) increments. This is regardless of age) whether you press the rocker switch to or Requirements: beyond the point of resistance.
Page 216 214 Driving and parking the set speed. The speed and distance to the roads with separate roadways (country- If there is swirling dust, e.g. when driving off- vehicle in front are set and saved on the steering dependent) road or on sandy surfaces. wheel on vehicles without the Driving Assistance The windshield in the area of the camera is Vehicles with Active Parking Assist and Driv‐...
Page 217 Driving and parking 215 & WARNING Risk of accident from acceler‐ & WARNING Risk of accident due to insuf‐ to pedestrians, animals, bicycles or sta‐ tionary vehicles, or unexpected obstacles ation or braking by Active Distance ficient deceleration by Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Assist DISTRONIC to complex traffic conditions...
Page 218 216 Driving and parking Activating Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Accepting the displayed speed restriction DSR is deactivated. To activate without a stored speed: press when Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa‐ Vehicles with Off-road package: the G rocker switch up (SET+) or down (SET-), drive program is deactivated.
Page 219 Driving and parking 217 Deactivating Active Distance Assist Function of Active Speed Limit Assist DISTRONIC Press rocker switch up (SET+) or down The following function is country-dependent (SET-) to the pressure point and hold. and only available in conjunction with the &...
Page 220 218 Driving and parking System limits Function of route-based speed adaptation The driven speed is adjusted when the vehicle is level with the traffic sign at the latest. In the Temporary speed restrictions (e.g. for a certain The following function is country-dependent case of signs indicating entry into an urban area, time or due to weather conditions) cannot be and only available in conjunction with the...
Page 221 Driving and parking 219 Traffic jams ahead (only with Live Traffic Speed adjustment is canceled in the following If the driver does not follow the calcula‐ page 384)) cases: ted route If the turn signal indicator is switched off When the toll station is reached, Active Dis‐ If map data is not up to date or available before the route event.
Page 222 220 Driving and parking Multimedia system: Depending on the country, in the lower expect a change from active to passive mode or speed range Active Steering Assist can use vice versa at any time. © Settings Assistance the surrounding traffic as a reference. If nec‐ Route-based Speed essary, Active Steering Assist can then also Activate or deactivate the function.
Page 223 Driving and parking 221 The driver presses a steering wheel button or Insufficient road illumination. When actively changing lane without switch‐ operates Touch Control. ing on the turn signal indicator. The windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged or covered in the vicinity of the camera, e.g. When the tire pressure is too low.
Page 224 222 Driving and parking Active Lane Change Assist supports the driver & WARNING Risk of accident if Active when changing lanes by applying steering torque Steering Assist unexpectedly intervenes if the driver operates a turn signal indicator. A malfunction in the detection of lane mark‐ Assistance when changing lanes is provided if all ings and objects can occur.
Page 225 Driving and parking 223 If the assistance graphic is shown when chang‐ The system may also be impaired or may not Monitor the lane change. ing lanes, the lane change display appears with function in the following situations: an additional arrow pointing towards the adja‐ The sensors in the rear bumper are dirty, &...
Page 226 If possible, an emergency call is placed to The following symbol is displayed in the instru‐ Active Traffic Jam Assist requires you, as the the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center ment cluster when the system is active: driver, to keep your hands on the steering wheel...
Page 227 Driving and parking 225 System limits Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC status dis‐ Active Steering Assist The system limitations of Active Distance Assist play and route-based speed adaptation Assistant display DISTRONIC and Active Steering Assist apply to Active Traffic Jam Assist ( page 220).
Page 228 226 Driving and parking adoption of the speed limit, are displayed in the ing. Once the system is passive, symbol Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC active, control feedback of the multifunction display on shown as gray in the multifunction display. speed stored, no vehicle detected (bright a single line.
Page 229 Driving and parking 227 HOLD function Activating/deactivating the HOLD function * NOTE Damage from automatic braking HOLD function & WARNING Risk of an accident due to the If one of the following functions is switched The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a stand‐ on, the vehicle brakes automatically in cer‐...
Page 230 228 Driving and parking The electric parking brake is released. The transmission is switched to position j. vehicle. When driving at speed, the vehicle is lowered automatically to improve driving safety Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti‐ The vehicle is secured with the electric park‐ and to reduce fuel consumption.
Page 231 Driving and parking 229 Suspension settings and vehicle level per drive program Drive program Suspension settings and vehicle level A (Comfort) The suspension setting is comfortable. ; (Economy) The vehicle is set to the normal level. When driving at speeds above approximately 87 mph (140 km/h), the vehicle is lowered. When driving at speeds below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h), the vehicle is raised again.
Page 232 230 Driving and parking Drive program Suspension settings and vehicle level F (Off-road in vehicles without The suspension setting is suitable for easily negotiable off-road terrain. Off-road package) The vehicle is set to off-road level +1. When driving at speeds above approximately 50 mph (80 km/h), the vehicle is lowered. When driving at speeds below approximately 28 mph (45 km/h), the vehicle is raised.
Page 233 Driving and parking 231 Differences between different vehicle levels System limits & WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehi‐ compared to the normal level AIRMATIC may not be available or have only limi‐ cle lowering ted availability: Vehicle Vehicles Vehicles with When lowering the vehicle, people could level without Off-...
Page 234 232 Driving and parking Raising the vehicle (vehicles without Off- when being operated with a trailer or When leaving the vehicle, make sure bicycle rack with a correctly established road package) that nobody is in the vicinity of the electrical connection 19 mph (30 km/h). wheel arches or the underbody.
Page 235 Driving and parking 233 Lowering the vehicle (vehicles without Off- Raising the vehicle (vehicles with Off-road Your selection is saved. The off-road level set remains stored even after the ignition has been road package) package) switched off. Pull rocker switch 1. Operation with a trailer or bicycle rack: if you The vehicle is adjusted to the height of the are driving at speeds greater than 19 mph...
Page 236 234 Driving and parking Lowering the vehicle (vehicles with Off-road Off-road level +3: three indicator lamps normal level if the electrical connection has light up continuously when the vehicle been correctly established. package) has finished rising. Off-road level +1: Pull rocker switch 1. Off-road level +3: the vehicle is lowered Your selection is saved.
Page 237 Driving and parking 235 Multimedia system: There is no trailer coupled Shift the transmission to position j page 180). © Settings There is no bicycle rack installed Pull switch in the right-hand cargo com‐ Schnellzugriff (Quick access) The battery is sufficiently charged; if neces‐ partment trim briefly.
Page 238 236 Driving and parking E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL If indicator lamp flashes twice and the rear of E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL is comprised of the the vehicle does not lower: following functions and components: Function of E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL Make sure that the requirements are met. ROAD SURFACE SCAN E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL is an electrohydraulic suspension system with variable damping for...
Page 239 Driving and parking 237 Suspension settings and vehicle level per drive program Drive program Suspension settings and vehicle level C (Sport) The suspension setting is firmer. The vehicle is set to Sport level. ROAD SURFACE SCAN is deactivated. The curve inclination function is deactivated. Operation with a trailer or bicycle rack: if the electrical connection has been correctly established, the vehicle remains at normal level.
Page 240 238 Driving and parking Drive program Suspension settings and vehicle level A (Comfort) The suspension setting is comfortable. The vehicle is set to the normal level. If the trailer socket is not contacted (trailer/bicycle rack): when driving at speeds above approximately 87 mph (140 km/h), the vehicle is lowered.
Page 241 Driving and parking 239 Drive program Suspension settings and vehicle level ; (Economy) The suspension setting is comfortable. The vehicle is set to the normal level. When driving at speeds above approximately 87 mph (140 km/h), the vehicle is lowered. When driving at speeds below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h), the vehicle is raised again.
Page 242 240 Driving and parking Drive program Suspension settings and vehicle level F (Off-road in vehicles with The suspension setting is suitable for easily negotiable off-road terrain. Off-road package) The vehicle is set to off-road level +1. When driving at speeds above approximately 71 mph (115 km/h), the vehicle is lowered. When driving at speeds below approximately 47 mph (75 km/h), the vehicle is raised.
Page 243 Driving and parking 241 Differences between different vehicle levels Function of ROAD SURFACE SCAN ROAD SURFACE SCAN is automatically activated compared to the normal level if the following conditions are met: This function is not available in all countries. Drive program A (Comfort) or N Vehicle Vehicles Vehicles with...
Page 244 242 Driving and parking Function of individual wheel control If sections of the route have a very small * NOTE Risk of damage due to the vehicle radius of curvature. moving up and down & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped During abrupt driving maneuvers, e.g.
Page 245 Driving and parking 243 wheel control function has been activa‐ & WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehi‐ When leaving the vehicle, make sure ted. that nobody is in the vicinity of the cle lowering wheel arches or the underbody. When lowering the vehicle, people could Individual wheel control is a function of the sus‐...
Page 246 244 Driving and parking Lowering the vehicle (vehicles without Off- Off-road level +3: the vehicle is not mov‐ Your selection is saved. The off-road level set ing faster than 12 mph (20 km/h). remains stored even after the ignition has been road package) switched off.
Page 247 Driving and parking 245 Raising the vehicle (vehicles with Off-road Off-road level +3: three indicator lamps Off-road level +1: package) light up continuously when the vehicle When driving faster than 71 mph has finished rising. (115 km/h). Your selection is saved. The off-road level set When driving briefly between 62 mph remains stored even after the ignition has been (100 km/h) and 71 mph (115 km/h).
Page 248 246 Driving and parking light up continuously when the vehicle The transmission is not engaged in position Recovery mode is automatically deactivated in has finished lowering. the following situations: Off-road level +2: the vehicle is lowered There is no trailer coupled You are actually traveling faster than 9 mph to off-road level +1.
Page 249 Driving and parking 247 Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display in the Individual wheel control is automatically deacti‐ ing and parking remains with you. Make sure vated in the following situations: that there are no persons, animals or objects in multimedia system the maneuvering area while maneuvering and You are traveling faster than 9 mph parking in/exiting parking spaces.
Page 250 248 Driving and parking System limits Orange segments: obstacles at a distance between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft Parking Assist PARKTRONIC does not necessa‐ (0.6 m) rily take into account the following obstacles: Red segments: obstacles at a very short Obstacles below the detection range, e.g.
Page 251 Driving and parking 249 Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Vehicles with 360° Camera Vehicles without 360° Camera Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning and has been deactivated due to signal interference. Rear segments or all-round seg‐ Start the vehicle again.
Page 252 250 Driving and parking Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions bol appears in the multifunction dis‐ play. The sensors are dirty. Rear segments or all-round seg‐ Clean the sensors and observe the notes on care of vehicle parts ( page 467). ments light up red.
Page 253 Driving and parking 251 System limits of the lateral front and rear segments can be dis‐ played. The system limits for Parking Assist PARKTRONIC apply to passive side impact pro‐ tection. The following objects are not detected, for exam‐ ple: Pedestrians who approach the vehicle from the side Objects placed next to the vehicle...
Page 254 252 Driving and parking Specifying the starting point for the warning Reversing camera If the é symbol is shown in the multifunction display, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not tones Function of the rear view camera active. You can specify whether the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC warning tones should commence Multimedia system: when the vehicle is further away from an obsta‐...
Page 255 Driving and parking 253 The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not a substitute for your attention to the surroundings. The responsibility for safe maneuvering and parking remains with you. Make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects etc., in the maneuvering area while maneuvering and park‐...
Page 256 254 Driving and parking If the system fails at the rear, the display of Red guide line at a distance of approximately Yellow guide line, vehicle width (driven sur‐ the segments changes as follows: 1.0 in (0.3 m) from the ball head of the face) depending on the current steering trailer hitch wheel angle (dynamic)
Page 257 Driving and parking 255 System failure The camera or rear of your vehicle is dam‐ aged. In this case, have the camera and its position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Do not use the rear view camera in these types of situation.
Page 258 256 Driving and parking 360° camera Top view Two side cameras in the outside mirrors Function of the 360° Camera Views of the 360° Camera The 360° Camera is a system that consists of You can select from different views: four cameras.
Page 259 Driving and parking 257 Guide lines Orange segments: obstacles at a distance The guide lines in the media display show the distances to your vehicle. The distances between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft (0.6 m) apply to road level. In trailer mode, the guide lines are shown at Red segments: obstacles at a very short the level of the trailer hitch.
Page 260 258 Driving and parking When the electrical connection is established System limits Guide line of external vehicle dimensions between the vehicle and the trailer, the display with outside mirrors folded out The 360° Camera will not function or will only changes to the side camera view.
Page 261 Driving and parking 259 Selecting a view for the 360° Camera this event, have the cameras, their positions then independently locates and measures paral‐ and their setting checked at a qualified spe‐ Engage reverse gear. lel and perpendicular parking spaces on both cialist workshop.
Page 262 260 Driving and parking Active Parking Assist is canceled if, among other Do not use Active Parking Assist in the following & WARNING Risk of accident due to things, one of the following actions is carried situations: objects located above or below the out: In extreme weather conditions such as ice, detection range of Active Parking Assist...
Page 263 Driving and parking 261 Active Parking Assist will not assist you with Press button 1. Where necessary, select the parking direc‐ parking spaces parallel or at right angles to the tion: forwards or reverse. direction of travel in the following situations: Vehicle path is shown, depending on selected parking space...
Page 264 262 Driving and parking then be continued. If no new vehicle path is Pay attention to objects and other road available, the transmission position will be users. changed again. If the vehicle has not yet Where necessary, stop the vehicle or reached the parking space, the parking pro‐...
Page 265 Driving and parking 263 Vehicle message appears in the media display. A & WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi‐ warning tone and the following display in the cle swinging out while parking or pulling media display prompt you to take over control of out of a parking space the vehicle: While parking or exiting a parking space, the...
Page 266 264 Driving and parking If the wrong gear is selected. In such cases, Drive Away Assist might: Warn you without reason and limit the Drive Away Assist is active under the following vehicle speed. conditions: Not warn you or not limit the vehicle If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is activated.
Page 267 Driving and parking 265 ATTENTION ASSIST If the vehicle is backing up at walking pace. take a break where necessary. If you do not take a break and ATTENTION ASSIST continues to If the maneuvering assistant function is acti‐ Function of ATTENTION ASSIST detect increasing lapses in concentration, you vated in the multimedia system.
Page 268 266 Driving and parking Setting ATTENTION ASSIST As your attention wanes, the circle in the The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is center of the display becomes smaller restricted, and warnings may be delayed or not Multimedia system: occur at all in the following situations: ©...
Page 269 Driving and parking 267 Traffic Sign Assist Display in the Instrument Display Since Traffic Sign Assist also uses the data stored in the navigation system, it can update Function of Traffic Sign Assist the display in the following situations without detecting traffic signs: When the vehicle changes roads, e.g.
Page 270 268 Driving and parking If the windshield in the area of the multifunc‐ Multimedia system: tion camera is dirty, or if the camera is fog‐ © Settings Assistance ged up, damaged or covered. Traffic Sign Assist If the traffic signs are hard to detect, e.g. due Activating/deactivating automatic adoption to dirt or snow, or because they are covered of speed limits (only vehicles with Driving...
Page 271 Driving and parking 269 Activate or deactivate the function. If a vehicle is detected close to the side of your cles and are no substitute for attentive driving. vehicle, the red warning lamp in the outside mir‐ Always ensure that there is sufficient distance to Adjusting the type of warning ror flashes.
Page 272 270 Driving and parking Function of brake application (Active Blind warning, a warning tone sounds and the warning If vehicles are not driving in the middle of lamp in the outside mirror starts to flash. their lane Spot Assist) This additional function is only available when The brake application function is only availa‐...
Page 273 Driving and parking 271 System limits Always maintain a safe distance at the sides. Either a course-correcting brake application appropriate to the driving situation, or none at all, may occur in the following situations: & WARNING Risk of accident despite Vehicles or obstacles, e.g.
Page 274 272 Driving and parking Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist ded by a course-correcting brake application Active Blind Spot Assist back into your lane. Function of Active Lane Keeping Assist Multimedia system: You are warned by vibration pulses in the steer‐ ©...
Page 275 Driving and parking 273 ï: Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactiva‐ place when, in addition to a broken lane mark‐ A lane-correcting brake application also occurs ted or there is a malfunction. ing, the edge of a firm road surface is detected in the Sensitive setting in the following situa‐...
Page 276: Trailer Hitch
274 Driving and parking Setting Active Lane Keeping Assist When driving with a trailer, the electrical con‐ If the distance to the vehicle in front is too nection to the trailer has been correctly short and thus the lane markings cannot be Multimedia system: established.
Page 277 Driving and parking 275 Retrofitting a trailer hitch is permissible only if a & WARNING Danger of accident due to & WARNING Swerving of the vehicle/ trailer load is specified in your vehicle docu‐ unsuitable ball coupling trailer combination due to increased ments.
Page 278 276 Driving and parking Attaching the ball neck Permissible gross weight of the towing vehi‐ Install and secure the ball coupling as described in the ball coupling manufac‐ & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Permissible gross weight of the trailer turer's installation instructions.
Page 279 Information about a suitable ball neck for make sure that: Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Mercedes-Benz vehicles can be obtained from a The doors or tailgate are not opened or qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Active Parking Assist closed.
Page 280: Vehicle Towing Instructions
278 Driving and parking Remove the cover from the ball neck mount Uncouple the trailer. * NOTE Damage when uncoupling in a and store it in a safe place ( page 276). Place the cover on the ball neck mount. state of overrun Position the trailer on a level surface behind Uncoupling in a state of overrun can damage...
Page 281: Instrument Display And On-Board Computer
Instrument Display and on-board computer 279 Instrument Display in the Widescreen Cock‐ The segments on speedometer indicate the Instrument Display overview system status for the following: Mercedes-AMG vehicles: be sure to observe Cruise control( page 209) the notes in the Supplement. Otherwise, you Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC may fail to recognize dangers.
Page 282: Wheel
280 Instrument Display and on-board computer Vehicles with a 48 V on-board electrical sys‐ Overview of the buttons on the steering & WARNING Danger of burns when open‐ tem (EQ Boost technology) wheel ing the hood If you open the hood when the engine has overheated or during a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into contact with hot gases or other escaping operating...
Page 283: Operating The On-Board Computer
Instrument Display and on-board computer 281 The on-board computer is operated using left- 6 Makes/accepts a call and traffic conditions and operate the hand Touch Control and left-hand back/ equipment with the vehicle stationary. ~ Rejects/ends a call home button 1. ò...
Page 284: Adjusting The Style Of The Instrument Dis Play
282 Instrument Display and on-board computer Vehicles without Active Distance Assist To call up a submenu or confirm a selec‐ Navigation DISTRONIC: press the ò button to call tion: press left-hand Touch Control 2. On the corresponding menu, use left-hand up the menu bar of the on-board computer.
Page 285: Showing Display Content On The Instru Ment Cluster
Instrument Display and on-board computer 283 Progressive Angle of incline and approach/departure angle Understated Standard Displays Showing display content on the instrument cluster Additional display content can also be shown on the instrument cluster. The display content on the instrument clus‐ The index points show the selected display ter adapts to the topic selected on the multi‐...
Page 286: Overview Of Displays On The Multifunc Tion Display
284 Instrument Display and on-board computer Navigation Navigation Overview of displays on the multifunction Trip G-meter display Radio Assistant display Media 4MATIC Styles and display Suspension (equipment-dependent) Service Display content, right (example: tachometer) Outside temperature Display content selection, right: Time Digital speedometer Tachometer Display section...
Page 287: Adjusting The Instrument Lighting
Instrument Display and on-board computer 285 Further displays on the multifunction display: Adjusting the instrument lighting Menus and submenus Gearshift recommendation ( page 182) Calling up functions on the Service menu of the on-board computer u Active Parking Assist ( page 261) é...
Page 288 286 Instrument Display and on-board computer Consumption Info: fuel life cycle consump‐ Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC displays tion page 213) ECO Assist displays Calling up displays on the Assistance menu Calling up displays on the Trip menu On-board computer: Assistance On-board computer: Trip The following displays are available on the Assis‐...
Page 289 Instrument Display and on-board computer 287 Calling up navigation instructions on the on- overview for the Instrument Display page 281). board computer You can reset the values of the following func‐ On-board computer: tions: Navigation Trip distance The following displays are available in the naviga‐ Trip computer From Start From Reset...
Page 290 288 Instrument Display and on-board computer Vehicles with the MBUX multimedia system: Further possible displays on the Navigation Estimated arrival time at next destination menu: You can also start navigation to one of the Current road recent destinations on the Navigation menu: Direction of...
Page 291 Instrument Display and on-board computer 289 Selecting radio stations using the on-board Operating media playback using the on- frequency range, an asterisk will appear next to computer the station name. board computer To select a radio station: swipe upwards or On-board computer: On-board computer: downwards on the left-hand Touch Control.
Page 292 290 Instrument Display and on-board computer Changing a media source wards on the left-hand Touch Control to and traffic conditions and operate the select the desired telephone number. Press the left-hand Touch Control. equipment with the vehicle stationary. Press the left-hand Touch Control. To select a media source: swipe upwards When using the phone, observe the legal The telephone number will be dialed.
Page 293 Instrument Display and on-board computer 291 Selecting what the Head-up Display shows Swipe upwards or downwards on the left- To choose a setting: swipe to the right on hand Touch Control and select 6 (Accept) the left-hand Touch Control. or ~ (Reject). Settings menu is selected.
Page 294: Head-Up Display
292 Instrument Display and on-board computer Display elements Right display area Head-up Display Traffic Sign Assist Function of the Head-up Display Vehicle level The Head-up Display projects information above Differential the cockpit into the driver's field of vision, e.g. Assistant display the speed of the vehicle, information from the To adjust the position, brightness and lower navigation system or driver assistance systems...
Page 295 Instrument Display and on-board computer 293 Wet roadway Objects on the display cover Polarization in sunglasses In extreme sunlight, sections of the display may appear washed out. You can correct this by switching the Head-up Display off and on again. Switching the Head-up Display on/off via the multimedia system Multimedia system:...
Page 296: Voice Control System
294 Voice Control System Notes on operating safety also cause the driver to lose control of the Always stow objects so that they can‐ vehicle. not be thrown around in such situa‐ & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ tions. As the driver, only operate mobile com‐...
Page 297: Operation
Voice Control System 295 Conducting a dialog If you use the voice control system in an emergency your voice can change and your For the dialog with the Voice Control System, telephone call, e.g. an emergency call, can you can use complete sentences of colloquial thereby be unnecessarily delayed.
Page 298 296 Voice Control System To correct an entry: say the Correction To interrupt a voice output: speak in the Full functionality is only available for you with activation of online voice control ( page 296). voice command. middle of a voice dialog when the system is still answering.
Page 299: Using The Voice Control System Effec Tively
Voice Control System 297 Activating contacts for online use Multimedia system: for example. The full extent of the Digital Operator's Manual is available when the vehi‐ © Settings System Select Contacts for Online Use. cle is stationary. Here you can also find When the function is active, contacts will be LINGUATRONIC explanatory videos which introduce you to...
Page 300: Essential Voice Commands
( page 328). destination could, for example, be completed in the system/mobile phone, e.g. enter with: Set Mercedes-Benz Arena as intermedi- Then call up your Mercedes me user account. surname and first name in the correct ate destination. The Mercedes me services are shown and can field.
Page 301 Voice Control System 299 Switch voice commands Voice command Colloquial example Function Switches to navigation Switch to navigation I would like to go to navigation Switch to address book I would like to switch to the Switches to the address book address book Switch to telephone I would like to switch to the phone...
Page 302 300 Voice Control System It is not necessary to first call up a menu in gation. You can find further information in gate to your own contacts. You can also carry order to operate a function it contains with the overview tables for voice commands. out important navigation settings directly.
Page 303 Voice Control System 301 Voice command Colloquial example Function Navigate to <3 word address> The example is for the English lan‐ Starts route guidance to a 3 word address from what3words. guage: The example mentioned navigates you to the Empire State Building. Drive to Parade.Help.Bleat Observe the following information: 3 word addresses are language dependent.
Page 304 302 Voice Control System Voice command Colloquial example Function Navigate to the online POI <POI> Navigate to online POI "McDonald's Searches online for a POI and starts route guidance. Starts route guidance to a destination. Start route guidance Begin route guidance/Can you start route guidance? Cancel route guidance Can you quit route guidance?
Page 305 Voice Control System 303 Voice command Colloquial example Function Show alternative routes Search for alternative routes Shows one of the alternative routes calculated. Switch on driving recommendations Switches on voice output for route guidance. Driving recommendations on Driving recommendations off Mute the driving instructions Switches off voice output for route guidance.
Page 306 Makes a telephone call directly by entering a name from the address book. Call Mercedes-Benz emergency Could you call the Mercedes-Benz Triggers an emergency call to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. call center emergency center? Places a call with Mercedes-Benz breakdown assistance.
Page 307 Voice Control System 305 Voice command Colloquial example Function Redial Redial/Call last phone number Makes a call to the last telephone number dialed. Changes the primary telephone Change phone Could you please switch to the sec- ond phone? Overview of radio voice commands another application is visible in the foreground.
Page 308 306 Voice Control System Voice command Colloquial example Function Save radio station Save the radio station, please To save a station name for a radio station To show the list of stations that can be received Show station list Please show me the list of all sta- tions Read out radio station list I'd like to listen to the station/...
Page 309 Voice Control System 307 Media player voice commands Voice command Colloquial example Function The names of all available tracks, albums, artists, composers or genres Play <track/albums/artists/ Play "Yellow Submarine" composers/music genres> are accepted during the search. In the case of a clear search result the track found is played back immediately.
Page 310 308 Voice Control System Voice command Colloquial example Function Search for artist <artist> I would like to search for the artist The names of all available artists are accepted during the search. A selec‐ "Elton John" tion list appears from which you can select the desired music. If you wish to play all the tracks in a selection list, say "Play all tracks".
Page 311 Voice Control System 309 Voice command Colloquial example Function Random track list off Switch off shuffle mode Switches off random mode. The information about the track currently playing is read aloud. What am I listening to? Which music is currently playing? Overview of message voice commands ing list offers just a small selection of the possi‐...
Page 312 310 Voice Control System Overview of vehicle voice commands The following list offers just a small selection of then all actions are carried out automatically the possible vehicle voice commands. You will for the driver's seat. You can use the vehicle voice commands to receive additional suggestions if you say Help directly call up the corresponding menus for the for vehicle settings or Help for vehicle functions.
Page 313 Voice Control System 311 Voice command Colloquial example Function Massage driver's seat off Switch the driver's side massage Switches off the massage function for the driver's or front passenger seat. Seat heating driver on I would like to switch on the seat Switches on the seat heating for the driver's or front passenger seat.
Page 314 312 Voice Control System Voice command Colloquial example Function Climate control menu I would like to see the climate con- Displays the climate control settings. trol menu Light menu I would like to change the light set- Displays the light settings. tings Seats menu I would like to switch to seat menu...
Page 315: Mbux Multimedia System
Home screen overview( page 315) Alternatively, you can conduct a dialog with operating the multimedia system. Operating the touchscreen ( page 317) the Voice Control System ( page 295). MBUX stands for Mercedes-Benz User Experi‐ Touchpad ence. Operating the touchpad( page 318)
Page 316 Mercedes-Benz Center. tions, media sources, radio stations and con‐ tacts. The configuration of the suggestions takes Notes on the media display place in your profile.
Page 317 Calls up the global search The star indicates new notifications. Number of applications and currently selec‐ SOS NOT READY display only when the ted display area Calls up an application using the symbol Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is not available...
Page 318 316 MBUX multimedia system Central control elements overview Touch Control Calls up the air conditioning menu page 155) Operating Touch Control (MBUX multimedia Calls up SUGGESTIONS, THEMES system) FAVORITES Touch Control Media display with touch functionality Touchpad © button Shows the home screen and calls up appli‐ cations...
Page 319 MBUX multimedia system 317 To select the menu item or entry: swipe Set Normal, Loud or Off. Shows suggestions, themes and favorites: If the function is activated you will hear a up, down, left or right. when the home screen is shown, swipe clicking sound when scrolling in a list.
Page 320 318 MBUX multimedia system Touching and holding Touchpad To move the digital map: swipe in any direction. To save the destination in the map: touch Operating the touchpad To use handwriting to enter characters: the touchscreen and hold until a message is write the character with one finger on the shown.
Page 321 MBUX multimedia system 319 To enlarge or reduce the size of a section To enter a character: select a character on Swiping to the left of right across ~: of a website: move two fingers together or the keyboard ( page 342).
Page 322 320 MBUX multimedia system Setting acoustic operating feedback for the Multimedia system: To show the control menu: press the ~ touchpad button on the touchpad. © Settings System Audio Multimedia system: Switch Read Out Handwriting Recognition © Settings System or off. Swipe upwards using two fingers on the Controls If the function is activated, characters are...
Page 323 MBUX multimedia system 321 tion, the reading light or search light can be beams can escape in an uncontrolled man‐ when driving, you will be distracted from the switched on or off contact-free. ner. traffic situation. This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 324 322 MBUX multimedia system The MBUX Interior Assistant supports the following interactions: Interaction area Interaction Description In front of the media display/above the touch‐ Proximity to the control element The MBUX Interior Assistant recognizes the approach of the hand towards a control element. Depending on the active application, the display will be adjusted in the media display.
Page 325 MBUX multimedia system 323 Radio menu or media menu With the seat setting display active, move the hand towards the touchscreen or touchpad. Map in the navigation The seat of the person operating, driver's Active Parking Assist seat or front passenger seat, is enlarged in Recognition occurs as the hand approaches the media display.
Page 326 324 MBUX multimedia system Activating cover change in the radio menu As the hand is moved away from the The area for recognition of the favorite's and media menu touchscreen or touchpad, the media display pose is above the center console at the The MBUX Interior Assistant reduces the number hides the navigation menu.
Page 327 MBUX multimedia system 325 Briefly moving the hand up and down under the The gesture is completed in the interaction inside rearview mirror switches the reading light area (front-passenger seat). specifically for the driver or front passenger on The seat belt on the front passenger seat or off.
Page 328 326 MBUX multimedia system Main functions To switch off: take your hand back away Press briefly: calls up favorites from the front passenger seat. page 334) Calling up applications The search light is switched off again. Press and hold: adds a favorite page 335) or creates a new theme Settings for the MBUX Interior Assistant page 331)
Page 329 MBUX multimedia system 327 Touch and hold an application on the You can select the profile: If there is a risk of someone becoming trap‐ touchscreen until symbols appear. When entering ( page 330) ped, stop the adjustment process immedi‐ Tap on = or ;...
Page 330 328 MBUX multimedia system Profile content Mercedes me connect profile For additional users of the vehicle: Depending on the vehicle equipment, the follow‐ If you use a profile from Mercedes me connect, You have a Mercedes me user account. ing settings can be stored in your profile, for the following online functions are available, for The vehicle owner has invited you to connect example:...
Page 331 MBUX multimedia system 329 Selecting a profile Further information on setting a user profile To reset favorites or themes: select Reset page 329). Multimedia system: Favorite to Factory Settings Reset Themes to Factory Settings. © f Profiles ® Activate Bluetooth and select Connect Phone, to connect a mobile phone with the...
Page 332 330 MBUX multimedia system You have a Mercedes me user account. Select Synchronize Profiles Now. Activate Show Profile Selection When Get- After selecting this option, the profiles in the ting The vehicle is connected with your Mercedes vehicle are synchronized with the profiles on When the vehicle is started, the media dis‐...
Page 333 MBUX multimedia system 331 Calling up themes Favored drive program Select Navigation (Navigation), to save Multimedia system: the active navigation settings in the These settings are saved under the name you theme. © wish when setting up a theme ( page 331).
Page 334 332 MBUX multimedia system Moving themes Select Navigation (Navigation), to save Select additional settings which are to be the active navigation settings in the saved in the theme. Multimedia system: theme. Select Audio, to save the active audio set‐ © tings in the theme.
Page 335 MBUX multimedia system 333 Deleting themes From the beginning of usage, the multimedia intermediate destination for the existing Multimedia system: system must analyze the user habits. When route. sufficient data is collected then the sugges‐ © Configuring suggestions tions are available. When the home screen is shown, swipe up Requirements: until...
Page 336 334 MBUX multimedia system To deactivate the learn function for one me portal for the personalization service to Select Delete. day: activate 24h Learning Deact.. protect your personal settings. The query as to whether the suggestion is For 24 hours no new actions will be trained deleted temporarily or permanently appears.
Page 337 MBUX multimedia system 335 On the steering wheel or the touchpad Adding a favorite from an application Renaming favorites Press the ß rocker switch on the steering Tap on © in the media display. Examples of adding from an application are: wheel down.
Page 338 336 MBUX multimedia system Moving the favorites menu in the personali‐ Notifications Center Notifications are normally briefly shown as they zation are received. This occurs for nearly every appli‐ Overview of the Notifications Center cation that you are currently using. If you take Tap on ©...
Page 339 MBUX multimedia system 337 Calling up notifications Closing the Notifications Center A time stamp If several actions are available, symbol On the touchpad: swipe up with two fingers. Opening the Notifications Center open or close the notification. On the touchpad: swipe down with two fin‐ Selecting actions for a notification gers.
Page 340 338 MBUX multimedia system Global search To make settings: select Z. are shown, for example. If you select "Stuttgart", you receive the suggestions "Starbucks", "Steak" Global search overview If no settings can be made, a message and "City railway", for example. You can use the global search in the home appears.
Page 341 MBUX multimedia system 339 Switching the sound on/off Entering characters with handwriting recog‐ To accept a suggestion: select the sugges‐ nition tion. The three most likely suggestions are Dictation function offered. Using the global search Continue the search or accept a suggestion. Multimedia system: To accept the second search result: select ©...
Page 342 340 MBUX multimedia system Adjusting the volume Traffic and navigation announcements can still be heard in this case. Likewise, voice Adjusting with the control knob control and telephony are not affected. To switch on: turn volume control change the media source. On the multimedia system To mute: press volume control 1.
Page 343 MBUX multimedia system 341 during a telephone call Only operate this equipment when the traffic situation permits. Setting in the menu If you cannot be sure of this, stop the Press the © button. vehicle whilst paying attention to road Select Settings.
Page 344 342 MBUX multimedia system Entering characters on the touchpad Character input can be started with a control If the read aloud function is activated for element and resumed with another. handwriting recognition then the entered Requirements: characters are read aloud. When the keypad is shown, enter the charac‐...
Page 345 MBUX multimedia system 343 Using the keyboard Switches to handwriting input Pressing and holding switches to upper-case letters permanently Input line Enters a space If available, the p symbol allows you to Shows suggestions during input (if available) Changes the keyboard language change to voice input.
Page 346 344 MBUX multimedia system Select the character by swiping and pressing. To enter an alternative character: press The available editing functions depend on The character is entered in input line 1. the editing task, the language set and the and hold a character. Suggestions are shown in 2.
Page 347 MBUX multimedia system 345 When the keyboard is displayed, select v. To end character input: press the G but‐ Enters a space ton. Switches to input using the keyboard Write the character on the touchpad with a finger. Accepts an entry Entering characters on the touchscreen The character is entered in input line 1.
Page 348 346 MBUX multimedia system Using the keyboard Switches to handwriting input Pressing and holding switches to upper-case letters permanently Input line Enters a space If available, the p symbol allows you to Shows suggestions during input (if available) Changes the keyboard language change to voice input.
Page 349 MBUX multimedia system 347 Briefly press on a character. Resume character input. The available editing functions depend on The character is entered in input line 1. the editing task, the language set and the To enter an alternative character: press Suggestions are shown in 2.
Page 350: System Settings
348 MBUX multimedia system Resume character input. The letters can be Select Classic, Sport or Progressive. Pressing briefly deletes the last character written next to each other or above each The multimedia system display changes entered other. depending on the style selected. If you revert Pressing and holding deletes the entry to the factory settings, the Classic...
Page 351 MBUX multimedia system 349 Setting the time zone Setting the time and date format Select Automatic, Day Design Night Requirements: Multimedia system: Design. © Settings System For the manual time zone: Automatic Time Switching the temperature display on/off Zone is switched off. Time and Date Set Format Select...
Page 352 350 MBUX multimedia system If a time zone is set the time is set automatically At least one seat belt is fastened on the rear Set the intensity on the control. using the time zone. The time can be adjusted by bench seat.
Page 353 MBUX multimedia system 351 To set up the Wi-Fi connection of the mul‐ ® Using this function, a tablet PC or notebook Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue‐ can be connected, for example. The connec‐ timedia system with new devices: there is tooth Special Interest Group (SIG) Inc.
Page 354 352 MBUX multimedia system Activating automatic connection The type of connection established must be All devices support a security key as a selected on the multimedia system and on the means of connection. Select Connect via Wi-Fi. device to be connected. Connecting using a WPS PIN Select the options r of the desired Wi-Fi The connection procedure may differ...
Page 355 MBUX multimedia system 353 Select Vehicle Hotspot. Select the vehicle from the device to be con‐ To save a security key: select Save. nected. The vehicle is displayed with the When a new security key is saved, all existing Select Connect Device to Vehicle Hotspot.
Page 356 Multimedia system: Data import/export function © Settings System Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of The following functions are possible: ® Language data. Transferring data from one system or vehicle Set the language.
Page 357 MBUX multimedia system 355 Activating/deactivating PIN protection originates from another vehicle, this is recog‐ Set a new PIN. nized during data reading. Requirements: Activating PIN protection for data export Confirm the prompt. To unlock the PIN: there is an Internet con‐ Select Protect Data Export.
Page 358 Further information about software updates can system ble to a limited degree. be found at https://me.mercedes-benz.com Advantages of updating software Performing a software update The multimedia system provides a message when an update is available.
Page 359 MBUX multimedia system 357 Select an update from the list and start the Information about the pending system If all requirements are met, the update will be update. update is displayed. installed. The multimedia system cannot be operated while the update is being installed and Later Activating the software update vehicle functions are restricted.
Page 360: Navigation
358 MBUX multimedia system A prompt appears again asking whether you The navigation menu is hidden if route guidance really wish to reset. is active. Select Yes. To show: tap on the touchscreen. The multimedia system is reset to the factory settings.
Page 361 MBUX multimedia system 359 Navigation overview Example: digital map with navigation menu • To show Route Overview • To show Route List To enter a POI or address and additional des‐ • To select Alternative Routes • To call up the POSITION menu tination entry options...
Page 362 360 MBUX multimedia system • To show Highway Information Only operate this equipment when the Only operate this equipment when the traffic situation permits. traffic situation permits. • Via Advanced options to use View, Announcements Route If you cannot be sure of this, stop the If you cannot be sure of this, stop the vehicle whilst paying attention to road vehicle whilst paying attention to road...
Page 363 MBUX multimedia system 361 The service has been activated at an author‐ Multimedia system: ized Mercedes-Benz Center. © Navigation ª Where to? recognition in input line 2. The entries The following entries can be made, for exam‐ On-board search with the keypad can be made in any order.
Page 364 362 MBUX multimedia system To switch to upper-case or lower-case let‐ POI categories, e.g. Gas Station Select the country on list 3. ters: select B. The destination can be entered. City, POI name To switch to digits, special characters To change the state or province: select the Telephone number, if this is available for and symbols: select A.
Page 365 MBUX multimedia system 363 Select country indicator 1. Multimedia system: Personal POIs with the GPS Exchange format (.gpx) have been saved in the "PersonalPOI" © Navigation ª Where to? Select the provider for the online service folder on the USB device. from the countries list.
Page 366 364 MBUX multimedia system To filter according to categories or in Select a POI from the list. Enter the name. search results: enter a search entry in the The destination address is shown. The route Select a. ª Search text field. can be calculated.
Page 367 MBUX multimedia system 365 Selecting a contact for destination entry Route guidance to a contact address is relia‐ Searching for a destination using 3 word Requirements: ble in the following cases: addresses is possible in the online search page 360). A mobile phone is connected to the multime‐...
Page 368 366 MBUX multimedia system Selecting a destination on the map Showing POIs in the vicinity of the map 3 word addresses from what3words are an alternative addressing system for multilin‐ Multimedia system: If several destinations are located around the gual georeferencing of global locations with crosshair, the function is available.
Page 369 MBUX multimedia system 367 Multimedia system: If all the positions in the favorites are full, Select a destination. first select a favorite which is to be overwrit‐ The destination address is shown. The route © Navigation ª Where to? ten ( page 335).
Page 370 368 MBUX multimedia system If there are already four intermediate destina‐ Select POIs in the Vicinity tions, the multimedia system asks whether Search using categories, enter a search entry intermediate destination 4 should be deleted. or search for a personal POI ( page 363).
Page 371 MBUX multimedia system 369 mat or place the mobile phone on it A route with a quick journey time is calcula‐ Explanation of the options: page 404). ted. Automatic Short The route is calculated with the currently set Hold the mobile phone near to the multime‐ A route with a short driving distance is calcu‐...
Page 372 370 MBUX multimedia system Accepting a detour recommendation after a Selecting route options sage then appears and you will hear a corre‐ prompt Multimedia system: sponding message. Requirements: © Navigation Avoiding or using toll roads On Request is switched on ( page 369) in Advanced Route...
Page 373 MBUX multimedia system 371 Using carpool lanes For an audible indication when approach‐ ver and also sounds during the driving When using carpool lanes, observe the applica‐ ing a personal POI: the USB device contains maneuver. ble legal requirements as well as any conditions personal POIs.
Page 374 372 MBUX multimedia system Selecting messages for TRAFFIC Activate a category. Remaining journey time The display button is activated. When Activate a message. Name, destination address approaching a personal POI in this category The display button is activated. Phone number (if available) an audible indication will be issued.
Page 375 MBUX multimedia system 373 The destination and at least one intermediate The destination and at least one intermediate The name of the road on which you are destination have been entered. destination have been entered. currently driving is shown. The road number of the road on which Multimedia system: Multimedia system: you are currently driving is shown.
Page 376 374 MBUX multimedia system Starting an automatic gas station search Move the map ( page 388). This commuter route is not available in all countries. Requirements: Set the map scale ( page 388). Multimedia system: The automatic gas station search is activated To avoid or use route options: select Ä.
Page 377 MBUX multimedia system 375 If there are already four intermediate des‐ Starting a saved route Calculate the route ( page 367). tinations: select in the prompt. The service station is set as the destination Requirements: The gas station is entered in the route over‐ or the next intermediate destination.
Page 378 376 MBUX multimedia system Editing a stored route Route guidance Multimedia system: Requirements: © Navigation ª Where to? Notes on route guidance A USB device with stored routes is connec‐ SAVED ROUTES ted with the multimedia system & WARNING Risk of distraction from oper‐ To start recording: select Start Recording a page 438).
Page 379 MBUX multimedia system 377 Detailed image of the intersection The road and traffic rules and regulations always Incomplete digital map data have priority over multimedia system driving Notes on GPS reception instructions. The correct function of the navigation system Driving instructions are: depends amongst other things on GPS recep‐...
Page 380 378 MBUX multimedia system 3D image Select navigation announcements for driving The display is split into two parts. recommendations ( page 371). The change of direction takes place when the The map appears in full-screen mode. distance to maneuver point is shown with 0 ft (0 m) and the symbol for vehicle position The status line shows: the direction informa‐...
Page 381 MBUX multimedia system 379 In this lane, you will not be able to complete When driving on the freeway, upcoming freeway the next change of direction without chang‐ facilities and available service facilities ing lane. are shown in the overview. These include park‐ ing lots, service stations and freeway exits, for During the change of direction, new lanes may example.
Page 382 380 MBUX multimedia system Using quick-access for a destination informa‐ Select a POI from the list. When an intermediate destination has been tion, alternative route and POIs The selection takes place on the route. The reached, you will see the intermediate destina‐ Requirements: destination address is shown.
Page 383 MBUX multimedia system 381 Switching navigation announcements on or Set the volume. A route has already been created. off during a phone call To leave the menu: select q. Route guidance is active. Press the © button on the steering wheel Route guidance is active Multimedia system: or on the touchpad.
Page 384 382 MBUX multimedia system Overview of route guidance to an off-road The following displays appear when route guid‐ When the vehicle is back on a road known to the destination ance begins: multimedia system, route guidance continues as An off-road destination is within the digital map. normal.
Page 385 Destination Suggestions option is activated To save as a favorite: select Save as Favor- page 333). a call with the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center via the me button The multimedia system has gathered suffi‐ To save as "Home" address: select Save cient data in order to show destination sug‐...
Page 386 Mercedes-Benz Center me portal. There may be differences between the traffic with a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus‐ You have the service deactivated at an reports received and the actual road and tomer Assistance Center via the me but‐...
Page 387 MBUX multimedia system 385 Delay traffic jam (red line) Traffic incident symbol slow-moving traffic (orange line) On the route: color Multimedia system: heavy traffic (yellow line) Off the route: gray © free-flowing traffic (green line) Cause Select Navigation. display for traffic delays on the route lasting Street symbol for a traffic incident on the The map shows the following traffic information: at least one minute...
Page 388 386 MBUX multimedia system Activating Incidents, Free Flow and Delay Cause of the traffic incident, e.g. con‐ Select a local area message. struction work The details are displayed. Select Advanced. Warning message (highlighted red) Select View. Car-to-X-Communication To select a traffic incident symbol: select Select Elements.
Page 389 MBUX multimedia system 387 Displaying hazard warnings Benefits of Car-to-X-Communication: Hazardous weather Multimedia system: Hazards are recognized automatically in the General hazards © Navigation (Navigation) background by the vehicle or may be repor‐ Hazard warning lights, when switched on ted by the driver. These are then sent to vehi‐ If hazard warnings are available these can be Crosswind warning cles with Car-to-X-Communication in the...
Page 390 388 MBUX multimedia system Map and compass Moving the map Touch the touchpad and move your finger in Multimedia system: any direction. Setting the map scale The map moves in the opposite direction © Navigation Multimedia system: under crosshair 1. ©...
Page 391 MBUX multimedia system 389 Rotating the map To use quick-access: repeatedly tap or To switch on/off in the menu: select press on the Ä compass symbol on the Advanced. With two fingers, rotate counter-clockwise or map. clockwise on the media display or the touch‐ Select View.
Page 392 390 MBUX multimedia system Selecting personal POI categories Selecting the display of text information in None option the map Select r in the POI SYMBOLS Personal The media display shows no text information Multimedia system: POIs menu. in the bottom bar. ©...
Page 393 Information about new versions of the digital with a. Advanced map can be obtained from an authorized The map appears. Select View. Mercedes-Benz Center. To show an area: tap or press on the control Select Text Information. element. Overview of avoiding an area for the route...
Page 394 Map data update overview me portal. If there is no route yet, the setting is carried The service is available. Updating at the authorized Mercedes-Benz over to the next route guidance. Center The service has been activated. The route can include an area that is to be The digital maps generated by the map software The online map update service is not availa‐...
Page 395 Observe the following when entering the activa‐ available here: tion code: Number of satellites from which a signal At an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center can be received The activation code can be used for one vehi‐ Under: https://www.mercedes.me Setting the map scale automatically...
Page 396 © Navigation is automatically reset. The service is available. Advanced Displaying the satellite map The service has been activated at an author‐ Select View. Multimedia system: ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select Elements. © Navigation Multimedia system: Activate Range. Advanced © Navigation The display button is activated.
Page 397 Mercedes me Portal: If the vehicle height, including any addi‐ 2D North Up option: the 2D map view is https://me.secure.mercedes-benz.com tional equipment, exceeds the maxi‐ displayed so that north is always at the mum permitted access height, do not top.
Page 398 396 MBUX multimedia system Requirements: Displaying parking options on the map The maximum access height shown by the parking service does not replace the Requirements: The navigation services option is available, need for observation of the actual cir‐ subscribed to and activated in the Mercedes The navigation services option is available, cumstances.
Page 399 MBUX multimedia system 397 A USB device is connected with the multime‐ cam. By using the Dashcam, you are deemed for the corresponding responsibilities and we dia system ( page 438). to have accepted and agreed to the contents will not take responsibility for any misuse of of this Disclaimer.
Page 400 Have the camera checked at an authorized The vehicle has passed a national border. RECORDINGS menu appears. Mercedes-Benz Center. Select V for a video file. This function is not available in all countries. Deleting a dashcam video recording Select Delete.
Page 401: Telephone
MBUX multimedia system 399 Activate Automatic Video Recording. and traffic conditions and operate the & WARNING Risk of injury due to objects The display button is activated. When the equipment with the vehicle stationary. being stowed incorrectly vehicle is started, video recording starts If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed automatically.
Page 402 400 MBUX multimedia system Observe the additional information on stowing mobile communications devices correctly: Loading the vehicle ( page 114) Further information can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Telephone menu overview...
Page 403 MBUX multimedia system 401 ® You can receive incoming calls and mes‐ Bluetooth profile overview ® Bluetooth device name of the currently sages with the mobile phone in the back‐ connected mobile phone/of the mobile Function ® Bluetooth profile ground. phone of the mobile phone You can interchange the mobile phone in...
Page 404 402 MBUX multimedia system Connecting a mobile phone (authorization The multimedia system supports calls in HD Multimedia system: using Secure Simple Pairing) ® Voice for improved speech quality. A require‐ © Phone ment for this is that the mobile phone and the Select a mobile phone.
Page 405 MBUX multimedia system 403 telephone settings, settings can be made for Several functions are active: select a color another mobile phone, it will be connected in both mobile phones. future in single telephone mode. symbol in the line of a mobile phone. The corresponding function is deactivated.
Page 406 Further information can be obtained at: https:// www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Further information can be found at: https:// Follow the additional prompts on the media www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ display to connect the mobile phone. Con‐...
Page 407 402). Select R. tion and transmission volume: http:// The call is made. Starting mobile phone voice recognition www.mercedes-benz.com/connect Accepting a call Press and hold the £ button on the multi‐ function steering wheel for more than one Select R Accept.
Page 408 406 MBUX multimedia system Ending a call Switching between calls Depending on the mobile phone and mobile net‐ work operator you will hear a call-waiting sound. Select k. Select the contact. The selected call is active. The other call is In addition, in two phone mode you will hear an Activating functions during a call on hold.
Page 409 MBUX multimedia system 407 Contacts Calling up contacts The multimedia system can show suggestions based on frequently used contacts as well as Multimedia system: Information about the contacts menu incoming and outgoing calls ( page 333). © Phone The contacts menu contains all contacts from These are shown at the top of the contact list.
Page 410 408 MBUX multimedia system Editing the format of a contact's name Overview of importing contacts Importing contacts into the contacts menu Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Contacts from various sources © Phone © Phone General Source Requirements Import Contacts Select General. ò...
Page 411 MBUX multimedia system 409 Selecting options for suggestions in the con‐ Enter characters into the search field. To delete an individual contact, this has been tacts menu imported manually into the vehicle. Select the contact. Requirements: Select the telephone number. Multimedia system: A profile has been created ( page 328).
Page 412 410 MBUX multimedia system Select r in the line of the contact. Select Delete All Favorites. ® If the PBAP Bluetooth profile is not supported, A pop-up window appears: Do you want to the effects are as follows: Select the telephone number. delete all favorites? The contact is stored as a favorite in the tele‐...
Page 413 MBUX multimedia system 411 Deleting the call list For previously stored contacts: select r Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https:// in the line of an entry. Multimedia system: www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ The search results are displayed. © Phone <device name> Some mobile phones require further settings...
Page 414 412 MBUX multimedia system Reading messages Dictating text Select p. Multimedia system: The dictating function is started. Select p. © Phone <device name> The dictating function is started. Say the message. After the voice message has been processed, Say the message. it is shown as text.
Page 415 Press and hold on a message. A message list is shown. Mercedes-Benz link To forward a message: select Forward. Select r next to a contact. Overview of Mercedes-Benz Link The messaging history with this contact is Calling a message sender shown. Multimedia system: &...
Page 416 Notes on Mercedes-Benz Link out when the vehicle is stationary for safety When using Mercedes-Benz Link via the voice- If a mobile phone is used with Mercedes-Benz reasons. operated control system, the multimedia system Link, USB access using the media menu is possi‐...
Page 417 If you cannot be sure of this, stop the cable. If Mercedes-Benz Link was not dis‐ vehicle whilst paying attention to road played in the foreground before disconnect‐ and traffic conditions and operate the ing, the application starts in the background equipment with the vehicle stationary.
Page 418 416 MBUX multimedia system ® ® Multimedia system: Control or the Siri voice-operated control sys‐ Information on Apple CarPlay tem. You can activate the voice-operated control ® ® When Apple CarPlay is being used, the iPod © Mercedes me & Apps system by pressing and holding the £...
Page 419 You can call up Apple You must observe the legal requirements for the Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting country in which you are currently driving when ® CarPlay in the main menu.
Page 420 418 MBUX multimedia system ® In order to use the telephone functions, the The first activation of Android Auto on the connected using Bluetooth with the multimedia mobile phone must be connected to the mul‐ multimedia system must be carried out system.
Page 421 MBUX multimedia system 419 Calling up the Android Auto sound settings Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting This has no connection to the vehicle identifica‐ Multimedia system: the connecting cable only when the vehicle tion number (VIN) and is deleted when the multi‐...
Page 422 Requirements: A call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center Access to a GSM network is available. has been initiated via the me button in the over‐ head control panel or the multimedia system The contract partner's GSM network cover‐...
Page 423 Reason for the initiation of the call Then, you can select a service and be connected and a Mercedes-Benz Customer Center to a specialist at the Mercedes-Benz Customer Language set in the multimedia system employee deals with your appointment. The Center.
Page 424 420). gency call system ( page 424) Mercedes me connect consists of multiple serv‐ You can also call the Mercedes-Benz Customer If necessary, the contact person at the ices. Center using the multimedia system Mercedes-Benz emergency call center for‐...
Page 425 Mercedes me portal, then services and offers The instructions for creating a user account You may be charged for these services. from Mercedes-Benz will be available to you. and connecting the vehicle with this follow on the media display. Availability is country-dependent.
Page 426 After the deactivation of portal. gency call system eCall, automatic emergency call and manual Your vehicle is equipped with the Mercedes-Benz Deleting a connection between a user emergency call will not be available. account and the vehicle emergency call system ("eCall"). This feature can The ignition must be switched on before an auto‐...
Page 427 MBUX multimedia system 425 As such, eCall does not replace dialing 911 in the appears in the multifunction display of the The Mercedes‑Benz emergency call center event of an accident. instrument cluster. can transmit the vehicle position data to one of the emergency call centers.
Page 428 Benz emergency call center. onds. questions about the collection, use and sharing A message with accident data is transmitted Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emer‐ of the eCall system data, please contact MBU‐ to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. gency call system...
Page 429: Online And Internet Functions
Only operate this equipment when the rear passenger compartment. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ traffic situation permits. ter to find out whether it is possible to pur‐ If you cannot be sure of this, stop the You must observe the legal requirements for the chase data volume in your country.
Page 430 428 MBUX multimedia system Establishing an Internet connection Connection status Displaying the connection status Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Connection status overview © Mercedes me & Apps © Settings System Wi-Fi & Bluetooth For example, select z Browser. Select Internet Status. The multimedia system usually establishes the Internet connection automatically.
Page 431 MBUX multimedia system 429 Calling up a website from the browser his‐ Only operate this equipment when the tory traffic situation permits. To call up the previous or next page from the If you cannot be sure of this, stop the history: select X or Y.
Page 432 430 MBUX multimedia system Web browser overview Calling up web browser options Browser Settings URL entry Multimedia system: Bookmarks Delete Browser Data © Mercedes me & Apps Web page, back Select an option. z Browser Web page, forwards Change the settings. The following functions are available: To refresh/stop Options...
Page 433 MBUX multimedia system 431 Calling up the web browser settings Cookies Enter the name. Multimedia system: History Select a. © Mercedes me & Apps Entered URLs Deleting a bookmark z Browser Form Data Select r after a bookmark. Browser Settings Select an option.
Page 434 A fast Internet connection for data transmis‐ sion free of interference. New data volumes can be purchased in the Mercedes me portal The functions and services are country- dependent. For more information, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Multimedia system: © Radio Select TuneIn Radio.
Page 435 MBUX multimedia system 433 Overview of TuneIn radio Selecting and connecting to a TuneIn radio Additional information on the current station To browse station Display (if connected to private user Search Multimedia system: account) Selected category © Radio TuneIn Radio Data transfer rate Internet Radio provider Select =.
Page 436: Media
434 MBUX multimedia system Deleting favorites Showing the station list for the last category Select a station. The connection is established automatically. selected Select a station. Multimedia system: Select ß. © Radio TuneIn Radio Select the search field. Select Delete Favorite.
Page 437 MBUX multimedia system 435 The multimedia system supports the follow‐ Due to the wide range of USB devices ing formats and data media: available on the market, playback cannot be guaranteed for all USB devices. Permissible FAT32, exFAT, NTFS Videos up to FullHD (1920x1080) are file systems supported.
Page 438 436 MBUX multimedia system TIDAL and TIDAL logo are registered trademark of Aspiro AB in the European Union and other countries.
Page 439 MBUX multimedia system 437 Overview of the media menu Previous track or fast rewind Repeat Random playback Next track or fast forward Settings Album cover Additional options Active media source Controls playback Track and artist Timeline Current track number/track in playback list Categories and active data storage medium Music search...
Page 440 438 MBUX multimedia system Connecting the data storage medium to the ® When connecting several Apple devices multimedia system simultaneously, pay attention to the order in which the devices are connected. The multi‐ Connecting USB devices media system only connects with the device that is connected first.
Page 441 MBUX multimedia system 439 Starting media playback Multimedia system: Select twice: the current track is repea‐ ted. © Media Bluetooth ª Requirements: Select three times: the repeat function A data storage medium is connected to the ® Authorizing a new Bluetooth audio device is deactivated.
Page 442 440 MBUX multimedia system Additional options for setting media play‐ Media search Music Genres back Year Notes about the search function in catego‐ ries Multimedia system: Composers Under 5 you can search through all available © Media Select By Cover media files.
Page 443: Radio
MBUX multimedia system 441 Sorting results shown or playing back all The search begins with the first character media found entered. The more characters entered the more concrete the search results become. Select Ä. Select the desired entry from the result list. To play back all results found in the cate‐...
Page 444 442 MBUX multimedia system Radio overview Selects an active frequency band Mute function Station logo Calls up the station list Station name or set frequency Search Artist, title, album and radio text HD Radio logo Options Switches the HD Radio function on or off...
Page 445 MBUX multimedia system 443 Switching the HD Radio function on/off Setting the waveband Calling up the radio station list Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Multimedia system: © Radio HD FM © Radio © Radio The following frequency bands are available: Select 4. The station list appears.
Page 446 Move the station to the new position. Satellite radio mode may be temporarily unavail‐ Deleting stations able or interrupted for a variety of reasons. Press and hold a station. These include environmental or topographical conditions beyond the control of Mercedes-Benz Select Delete.
Page 447 MBUX multimedia system 445 USA, LLC. Thus, operation at certain locations You can also have the satellite service acti‐ may not be possible. vated online. To do so, please visit http:// www.siriusxm.com (USA) or http:// Registering satellite radio www.siriusxm.ca (Canada). Requirements: Switching on satellite radio Satellite radio equipment is available.
Page 448 446 MBUX multimedia system Overview of the satellite radio Selecting a satellite radio category Active frequency band Stops playback controls Multimedia system: Logo or album art (if available) Station list © Þ Radio SiriusXM Channel name Search Track information Traffic & Weather Now and Sports Flash Select Options Select Category.
Page 449 MBUX multimedia system 447 Selecting a satellite radio channel Deleting a channel Unlocking a channel Multimedia system: Press and hold a channel in the presets until Enter the four-digit character sequence and © Þ Radio SiriusXM the Options menu appears. select ¡.
Page 450 448 MBUX multimedia system Deleting all sports and music alerts Adding a channel to Smart Favorites Select Artists Song in the dialog window. The alert is set for the current artist or track. Select Manage Music Alerts. Multimedia system: If a match is found, a prompt appears asking ©...
Page 451: Sound
MBUX multimedia system 449 Activating/deactivating TuneStart Displaying satellite radio service information Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass set‐ Multimedia system: Multimedia system: tings Multimedia system: © Þ Radio SiriusXM © Þ Radio SiriusXM © Media Sound Equalizer Switch TuneStart on or off. Select Service Information.
Page 452 450 MBUX multimedia system Adjusting the balance/fader Activating/deactivating volume adjustment speakers. It is available for all functions in the Multimedia system: radio and media modes. ® in the Burmester surround sound system Multimedia system: © Media Sound Calling up the sound menu in the Balance and Fader ©...
Page 453: Mbux Rear Tablet
MBUX multimedia system 451 Adjusting the fader ® Adjusting the sound focus in the Burmester intended for this purpose, e.g. in the surround sound system Move the volume distribution between the rear passenger compartment. Multimedia system: front and rear of the vehicle in the grid shown.
Page 454 452 MBUX multimedia system Overview of the MBUX rear tablet The MBUX rear tablet consists of a tablet & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped page 452) and a bracket integrated in the through operation of the MBUX rear tab‐ backrest ( page 453).
Page 455 Updates can also be installed at an author‐ ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Software from the manufacturer can also be used to down‐ load and install updates (see the manufac‐...
Page 456: Maintenance And Care
454 Maintenance and care workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz ASSYST PLUS service interval display Always observe the prescribed service Center. intervals. Function of the ASSYST PLUS service interval display Always have the prescribed service Displaying the service due date work carried out at a qualified specialist The ASSYST PLUS service interval display on the workshop.
Page 457: Engine Compartment
Maintenance and care 455 frequent operation in mountainous terrain or Engine compartment & WARNING Danger of burns when open‐ on poor road surfaces ing the hood Opening/closing the hood when the engine is often left idling for long If you open the hood when the engine has periods &...
Page 458 456 Maintenance and care Opening the hood Never touch the danger zone surround‐ Allow the engine to cool down and only ing moving component parts, e.g. the touch component parts described in rotation area of the fan. the following. Remove jewelry and watches. &...
Page 459 Maintenance and care 457 If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open Repeat the request after a maximum of Do not close the hood manually. the hood again and close it with a little more 30 minutes driving. force until it engages correctly. Engine Oil Level OK and the bar display for indicating the oil level on the multifunction...
Page 460 458 Maintenance and care Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Allow the engine to cool off and thor‐ * NOTE Damage caused by refilling too Engine Oil Level System Currently Unavail.: oughly clean the engine oil from compo‐ much engine oil nent parts before starting the vehicle.
Page 461 Maintenance and care 459 Checking coolant level & WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐ ponent parts in the engine compartment Certain components in the engine compart‐ ment can be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in the following.
Page 462 Before opening the hood, allow the If necessary, add coolant that has been engine to cool down. approved for Mercedes-Benz. In the event of a fire in the engine com‐ Further information on coolant ( page 533) partment, keep the hood closed and call the fire service.
Page 463: Cleaning And Care
Maintenance and care 461 Keeping the air-water duct free the windshield wiper switch is in position g. * NOTE Damage due to unsuitable car the SmartKey is at a minimum distance of wash Keep the area between the hood and the 10 ft (3 m) away from the vehicle, otherwise windshield free of deposits, e.g.
Page 464 462 Maintenance and care Vehicles with E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL: The following settings are made when car wash Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is reset to the mode is activated: the vehicle is raised to the maximum possi‐ previously selected setting. ble chassis level( page 243).
Page 465 Maintenance and care 463 If one of the settings cannot be selected, this is Observe the information on the correct dis‐ Do not use high-pressure cleaning displayed by a % behind the respective set‐ tance in the equipment manufacturer's oper‐ equipment with round-spray nozzles to ting.
Page 466 464 Maintenance and care Notes on paintwork/matte finish paintwork care Observe the following information: Cleaning and care Avoiding paintwork damage and interference to the driver assistance systems Paintwork Insect remains: soak with insect remover and rinse off the Do not attach stickers, films or similar materials. Only treated areas afterwards.
Page 467 Cleaning and care Avoiding paintwork damage and interference to the driver assistance systems Matte finish Only use care products approved for Mercedes-Benz. Do not attach stickers, films or similar materials. Only have film attached to the bumper at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 468 Chemical cleaning agents If there is dirt on the finish or if the decorative foil is dull: use the Paint Cleaner recommended and approved for Mercedes-Benz. Oily products Insect remains: soak with insect remover and rinse off the treated Do not use polish on matte decorative foil.
Page 469 Windows Clean windows inside and outside with a damp cloth and with Do not use dry cloths or abrasive or solvent-based cleaning a cleaning agent recommended for Mercedes-Benz. agents to clean the inside of windows. Wiper blades Fold out the wiper blades and clean them using a damp cloth.
Page 470 468 Maintenance and care Notes on cleaning and care Avoiding vehicle damage Exterior lighting Clean the lenses with a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable e.g. car shampoo. for plastic lenses. Sensors Clean the sensors in the front and rear bumper and in the When using a power washer, maintain a minimum distance of...
Page 471 Clean with a damp microfiber cloth. Do not attach stickers, films or similar materials. For heavy soiling: use care product recommended for Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent or sun cream to Mercedes-Benz. come in contact with the plastic trim.
Page 472 Do not allow the leather to become too damp. seat covers Leather care: use leather care agents that have been rec‐ Do not use a microfiber cloth. ommended for Mercedes-Benz. DINAMICA seat cov‐ Clean with a damp cloth. Do not use a microfiber cloth.
Page 473: Breakdown Assistance
Breakdown assistance 471 Notes on MOExtended tires (run-flat tire) In the event of a flat tire, the following options Flat tire are available depending on your vehicle's equip‐ Notes on flat tires ment: & WARNING Risk of accident when driving in emergency mode Vehicles with MOExtended tires: it is pos‐...
Page 474 472 Breakdown assistance TIREFIT kit storage location If a pressure loss warning message appears in After driving in emergency mode have the multifunction display, proceed as follows: the rims checked by a qualified special‐ The TIREFIT kit is located under the cargo com‐ ist workshop with regard to their further Check the tire for damage.
Page 475 Breakdown assistance 473 Vehicles with three rows of seats those in the tire contact surface. You can use with the skin, eyes or clothing, and do not TIREFIT in outside temperatures down to -4 °F swallow it. Do not inhale tire sealant fumes. (-20 °C).
Page 476 474 Breakdown assistance Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker to the Push the plug of hose into flange * NOTE Overheating due to the tire infla‐ instrument cluster within the driver's field of tire sealant bottle until the plug engages. tion compressor running too long vision.
Page 477 Breakdown assistance 475 If, after ten minutes, a tire pressure of Press on and off switch on the tire infla‐ Damaged tires and a tire pressure that is too tion compressor. 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi) has not been low can significantly impair braking and han‐ attained: The tire inflation compressor is switched on.
Page 478 Screw the valve cap onto the valve of the Have the tire sealant bottle disposed of sealed tire. professionally, e.g. at an authorized In cases such as the one mentioned above, con‐ Mercedes-Benz Center. tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or...
Page 479: Battery (Vehicle)
This & WARNING Danger of chemical burns can lead to function restrictions in safety-rel‐ For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends from the battery acid evant systems, for example the lighting sys‐ that you only use batteries which have been tes‐...
Page 480 Alternatively: connect the battery to a bat‐ sive. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes rubbish. tery charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or or clothing. Wear suitable protective consult a qualified specialist workshop to clothing, in particular gloves, an disconnect the battery.
Page 481 Breakdown assistance 479 Notes on starting assistance and on charg‐ When giving starting assistance, always * NOTE Damaging the battery through ing the 12 V battery make sure that you only connect bat‐ overvoltage tery terminals with identical polarity. Vehicles with a lithium-ion battery When charging using a battery charger with‐...
Page 482 Always thaw a frozen battery out first Only use battery chargers tested and Avoid numerous and extended attempts before charging it or performing start‐ approved for Mercedes-Benz. to start the engine. ing assistance. Read the battery charger's operating instruc‐ Observe the following points during starting tions before charging the battery.
Page 483 Breakdown assistance 481 Starting assistance and charging the 12 V begin with positive clamp on your own battery vehicle first. During starting assistance: start the Requirements: engine of the donor vehicle and run at idle The vehicle is secured with the electric park‐ speed.
Page 484: Tow Starting Or Towing Away
For towing, use a tow rope or tow bar with both Replacing the 12 V battery approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. axles on the ground. Do not use tow bar sys‐ Carry over detachable parts, such as vent Observe the notes on the 12 V battery tems.
Page 485 Breakdown assistance 483 Permitted towing methods Vehicle equipment/towing method Both axles on the ground Front axle raised Rear axle raised 4MATIC vehicles Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at 31 mph (50 km/h) Vehicles with rear wheel drive Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at Yes, if the steering wheel is fixed in 31 mph (50 km/h) the center position with a steering...
Page 486 484 Breakdown assistance Deactivate the tow-away alarm ( page 95). the permissible gross mass of your own * NOTE Damage due to towing away at vehicle. Deactivate Active Brake Assist excessively high speeds or over long dis‐ page 209). tances Information on the permissible gross mass of Shift the automatic transmission to position The drivetrain could be damaged when tow‐...
Page 487 Breakdown assistance 485 The automatic transmission may be locked Make sure that the steering wheel can vehicle/trailer combination may start to skid. in position j in the event of damage to the move freely, before towing the vehicle Consequently, you could lose control of your electrics.
Page 488 486 Breakdown assistance Towing eye storage location Vehicles with three rows of seats Secure the vehicle on all four wheels after loading. Vehicles with two rows of seats 4MATIC vehicles/vehicles with automatic transmission Towing eye is located under the cargo com‐ partment floor.
Page 489: Electrical Fuses
Breakdown assistance 487 Installing the towing eye towing eye. Fasten the tow bar to the trailer Vehicles with automatic transmission hitch. must not be tow started. Make sure that cover engages in the bumper when you remove the towing eye. Vehicles with automatic transmission must not be tow-started.
Page 490 Only use fuses that have been approved rectly on the fuse box. by Mercedes-Benz and which have the Opening and closing the fuse box in the correct fuse rating. If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the engine compartment cause traced and rectified at a qualified special‐...
Page 491 Opening and closing the fuse box in the cockpit The fuse box is on the side of the dashboard under a cover. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ ter for further information. Remove cover 1. The fuse allocation chart is on the side of the Opening and closing the fuse box in the front fuse box.
Page 492: Wheels And Tires
Mercedes-Benz. face. & WARNING Risk of accident from dam‐ Thus, you should regularly check the...
Page 493: Notes On Snow Chains
Wheels and tires 491 vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains This could cause damage to the vehicle or with the same quality standard. the tires. If snow chains are installed, the maximum Never mount snow chains on the front permissible speed is 30 mph (50 km/h).
Page 494 492 Wheels and tires Tire pressure which is too low can cause: Tire pressure before embarking on a longer journey Tire defects as a result of overheating. Notes on tire pressure if operating conditions change, e.g. off- road driving Impaired handling characteristics. &...
Page 495 Inspect the tire for signs of foreign cold. Conditions for cold tires: caps specifically approved by objects. Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto The vehicle has been parked with the tires Check whether the wheel or valve has a the tire valve.
Page 496 494 Wheels and tires The data shown in the images is example Maximum tire pressure ( page 505) data. Checking tire pressures manually Read the tire pressure for the current operat‐ ing conditions from the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure table.
Page 497 Wheels and tires 495 Further related subjects: the tire pressure table, you must find out the Your vehicle has also been equipped with a Notes on tire pressure ( page 492) correct tire pressures for these tires. TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
Page 498 496 Wheels and tires Checking the tire pressure with the tire pres‐ gauge. Note that the correct tire pressure for the allow the TPMS to continue to function prop‐ current operating situation must first be taught- sure monitoring system erly. Requirements: in to the tire pressure monitoring system.
Page 499 Wheels and tires 497 The tire pressures are already being moni‐ Restart the tire pressure monitoring system in Make sure to observe the following further rela‐ tored. the following situations: ted subject: The tire pressure has changed. Notes on tire pressure ( page 492) Compare the tire pressure with the recom‐...
Page 500 498 Wheels and tires After a change in tire pressure, a wheel rotation Driving with a high load On-board computer: or a tire change, or if you have re-installed Service Tires Be sure to also observe the following further wheels or tires, the tire pressure loss warning Swipe downwards on Touch Control on the related subjects: system has to be restarted (...
Page 501: Loading The Vehicle
Wheels and tires 499 After you have driven for a few minutes, the Never overload the tires by exceeding tire pressure loss warning system monitors the maximum load. the set tire pressure of all the tires. Be sure to also observe the following further The Tire and Loading Information placard is on the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle.
Page 502 Please also note: trailer-hitch is installed. Please consult an your vehicle. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer if you have Information on permissible weights and loads any questions about towing a trailer with (3): Subtract the combined weight of the on the vehicle identification plate your vehicle.
Page 503 Wheels and tires 501 Calculation example for determining the Tire and Loading Information placard is for illustration purposes only. Make sure page 499) maximum load you are using the actual load limit for your vehi‐ cle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Tire pressure table ( page 493) The following table shows examples of how to...
Page 504 502 Wheels and tires Example 1 Example 2 Weight of occupants Occupant 1: 150 lbs (68 kg) Occupant 1: 200 lbs (91 kg) Occupant 2: 180 lbs (82 kg) Occupant 3: 160 lbs (73 kg) Occupant 4: 140 lbs (63 kg) Occupant 5: 120 lbs (54 kg) Total weight of all occupants 750 lbs (340 kg)
Page 505: Tire Labeling
Wheels and tires 503 Manufacturer Tire labeling Characteristics of the tire ( page 506) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 506) Tire name The data shown in the image is example data.
Page 506 504 Wheels and tires and one-half times as well on the government sure of all tires including the spare * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain from test track as a tire graded 100. wheel. wheelspin The relative performance of tires depends upon Adjust the tire pressure as necessary.
Page 507 Wheels and tires 505 Tire size: identifier describes the tire The data shown in the image is example data. size. Tire type code: tire type code can be Maximum tire load is the maximum permissi‐ ble weight for which the tire is approved. used by the manufacturer as a code to describe specific characteristics of the tire.
Page 508 506 Wheels and tires Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, Never exceed maximum tire pressure speci‐ fied for the tire. speed rating and load index & WARNING Risk of injury through exceed‐ Information on tire characteristics ing the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating Exceeding the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating may lead to tire...
Page 509 Load-bearing index 6: required speed rating from an authorized "LT": light truck tires according to US manu‐ Numerical code that specifies the maximum Mercedes-Benz Center. facturing standards. load-bearing capacity of a tire (e.g. "91" corre‐ sponds to 1356 lbs (615 kg)).
Page 510: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading
508 Wheels and tires All-weather tires and winter tires "C", "D", "E": a load range that depends on Index Speed rating the maximum load that the tire can carry at a Index Speed rating certain pressure up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S...
Page 511 Wheels and tires 509 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards: a regardless of whether it is actually installed on of the fully laden vehicle (weight of the vehicle the vehicle or not. including all accessories, occupants, fuel, lug‐ uniform standard to grade the quality of tires with regard to tread quality, tire traction and gage and the trailer drawbar noseweight if appli‐...
Page 512 510 Wheels and tires these are installed on the vehicle, but does not without direct sunlight on the tires or the vehicle er's identity code, tire size, tire type code and include passengers or luggage. has been driven for less than 1 mile (1.6 km). the manufacturing date.
Page 513: Changing A Wheel
Designation and accessories which have been specially the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐ Manufacturer approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. ognize dangers. Model These tires are specially adapted to the con‐ You can ask for information regarding permitted ®...
Page 514 Accessory parts that are not approved for your Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Avoid obstacles or drive particularly vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used have been checked and recommended by carefully. correctly can impair the operating safety.
Page 515 Wheels and tires 513 Observe the following when selecting, installing For M+S tires, only use tires with the same Tire and Loading Information placard and replacing tires: tread. page 499) Only use tires and wheels of the same type Observe the maximum permissible speed for Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, (summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended the M+S tires installed.
Page 516 514 Wheels and tires Notes on storing wheels The wear patterns on the front and rear wheels differ: When storing wheels, observe the following Front wheels wear more on the shoulder of notes: the tire After removing wheels, store them in a cool, Rear wheels wear more at the center of the dry and preferably dark place.
Page 517 Wheels and tires 515 Setting up the folding chock Plastic hub cap The vehicle is not on a slope. The vehicle is on solid, non-slippery and level To remove: turn the center cover of the hub ground. cap counter-clockwise and remove the hub cap.
Page 518 Rules of conduct when the vehicle is raised: Important notes on using the jack: Never place your hands or feet under the vehicle. Use only a vehicle-specific jack that has been approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise Never lie under the vehicle. the vehicle.
Page 519 Wheels and tires 517 * NOTE Vehicle damage from the jack If you do not position the jack correctly at the appropriate jack support point of the vehicle, the jack could tip over with the vehi‐ cle raised. The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack sup‐...
Page 520 518 Wheels and tires Removing a wheel The wheel is removed ( page 518). For tires with a specified direction of rotation, an arrow on the side wall of the tire indicates the Requirements: Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in correct direction of rotation.
Page 521 Wheels and tires 519 To lower the vehicle: turn the ratchet Press the wheel firmly against the & WARNING Risk of injury through incor‐ wrench of the jack counter-clockwise. wheel hub when screwing on the first rect tightening torque wheel bolt. The wheels could come loose if the wheel bolts or wheel nuts are not tightened to the Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a diagonal...
Page 522: Emergency Spare Wheel
520 Wheels and tires Vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring Vehicles with a tire pressure loss warn‐ Never mount more than one emergency system: Restart the tire pressure monitoring ing system: If an emergency spare wheel is spare wheel or spare wheel that differs system ( page 497).
Page 523 Wheels and tires 521 Removing the emergency spare wheel Requirements: Comply with the manufacturer's safety notes The emergency spare wheel is located under the on the sticker of the emergency spare wheel cargo compartment floor. and on the tire inflation compressor. Not for Mercedes-Maybach vehicles.
Page 524: Collapsible Spare Wheel
522 Wheels and tires 12 V socket: ( page 131) button until the correct tire pressure has To prevent hazardous situations: been reached. Observe the notes on the cigarette lighter: Adapt your driving style accordingly and Unscrew union nut of filler hose from page 131) drive carefully.
Page 525 Wheels and tires 523 has to be inflated with the accompanying com‐ again when the collapsible spare wheel has Remove the tire inflation compressor from pressor. been replaced with a new wheel. the stowage space under the trunk floor page 472). Check the tire pressure of the collapsible spare Be sure to also observe the following further wheel once installed.
Page 526 524 Wheels and tires Press on and off switch on the tire infla‐ tion compressor to I. The tire inflation compressor is switched on. The tire is inflated. The tire pressure is shown on manometer 2. Pump the tire to the specified tire pressure. The specified tire pressure is printed on the yellow label of the collapsible spare wheel.
Page 527: Technical Data
You can obtain further two-way radios are not observed. information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz If you operate two-way radios incorrectly in Only use approved frequency bands. Center.
Page 528 526 Technical data Frequency band and maximum transmission On the rear fenders, it is recommended that you install the antenna on the side of the vehicle output closest to the center of the road. Frequency band Maximum transmis‐ Use Technical Specification ISO/TS 21609 (Road sion output Vehicles –...
Page 529: Vehicle Identification Plate, Vin And Engine Number Overview
Technical data 527 The following can be used in the vehicle without Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine restrictions: number overview Two-way radios with a maximum transmis‐ Vehicle identification plate sion output of up to 100 mW RF transmitters with transmitter frequencies in the 380 - 410 MHz frequency band and a maximum transmission output of up to 2 W (trunked radio system/Tetra)
Page 530 528 Technical data Additional plates Do not exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight or the maximum gross axle weight rating for the front or rear axle. VIN in front of the front seat Vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight Maximum permissible front axle load Maximum permissible rear axle load Paint code...
Page 531: Operating Fluids
Always store operating fluids sealed in of sparks must be avoided. their original containers. Only use products approved by Mercedes-Benz. Switch off the ignition and, if available, Damage caused by the use of products that have Always keep children away from operat‐...
Page 532 530 Technical data Fuel Do not swallow fuel or let it come into Gasoline with additives containing metal contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Notes on fuel grades for vehicles with gaso‐ If you have accidentally refueled with the line engines Do not inhale fuel vapor.
Page 533 In this speeds over 3,000 rpm. case, in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed Further information on fuel is available at the fol‐ with the cleaning additive recommended by lowing locations: Mercedes-Benz.
Page 534 * Recommended for lowest possible fuel con‐ Notes on brake fluid sumption (lowest SAE viscosity class in each Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Observe the notes on operating fluids case; observe possible restrictions of the oil change carried out at a qualified specialist page 529).
Page 535 Operating Fluids 310.1: qualified specialist workshop. ment, it may ignite. Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz At https://bevo.mercedes-benz.com Allow the engine to cool down before according to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 331.0. In the Mercedes-Benz BeVo app adding antifreeze.
Page 536 534 Technical data Coolant capacity Observe the instructions in the Make sure that no windshield washer Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Oper‐ concentrate spills out next to the filler Capacity ating Fluids 310.1. opening. Model Capacity Have the coolant regularly replaced at a qualified...
Page 537 Below freezing point: e.g. MB WinterFit Only use refrigerant compressor oil that For the correct mixing ratio, refer to the informa‐ has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. tion on the antifreeze container. Do not mix the approved refrigerant Mix the washer fluid with the windshield washer compressor oil with a different refriger‐...
Page 538: Vehicle Data
536 Technical data Refrigerant filling capacity *When the rear-end lowering is activated, the values are correspondingly lower. Filling capacity for refrigerant and PAG oil Vehicle dimensions Model Refrigerant All models All models 25.4 ± 0.4 oz (720 ± 10 g) Vehicle length 193.9 in (4924 mm)
Page 539 Technical data 537 Vehicle data for off-road driving Driving through flowing water reduces the per‐ All models missible fording depth due to the accumulation Fording depth of water. Wheelbase 117.9 in (2995 mm) Observe the notes on off-road driving and ford‐ * NOTE Damage caused by water when ing ( page 169).
Page 540 538 Technical data Approach/departure angle Approach/departure angle All models (vehi‐ Front Rear The specified values are maximum values for All models (vehi‐ Front Rear cles with AMG vehicles that are ready to drive. cles without Styling) Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter‐ AMG Styling) Normal level 21°...
Page 541 Technical data 539 Use a tongue weight that is as close as Model Maximum gra‐ Model Permissible towing possible to the maximum permissible dient climbing capacity, braked tongue weight. ability GLE 350 All models Missing values were not available at the time of All models with 7716.2 lbs (3500 kg) going to press.
Page 542 540 Technical data Permissible rear axle load during trailer operation 5-seat/7-seat vehi‐ cles GLE 350 GLE 350 4MATIC 3637.6 lbs (1650 kg) / 3637.6 lbs (1650 kg) GLE 450 4MATIC 3703.7 lbs (1680 kg) / 3858.0 lbs (1750 kg) GLE 580 4MATIC...
Page 543: Display Messages And Warning/Indi Cator Lamps
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 541 on the multifunction display. Press the ¨ Display messages symbol to hide the display message. Introduction You can hide low-priority display messages by Notes on display messages pressing the P button or the left-hand Touch Display messages appear on the multifunction Control.
Page 544 542 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Occupant safety Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 36). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may SRS Malfunction Service not deploy as intended during an accident.
Page 545 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 543 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Recognition of a restraint system malfunction: The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on. The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Page 546 544 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions A person in the front passenger seat could then, for example, come into contact with the vehicle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the cockpit. Make sure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct.
Page 547 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 545 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
Page 548 546 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Á * The SmartKey battery is discharged. Replace the battery ( page 69). Replace Key Battery Á * The SmartKey is currently undetected. Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle. If the SmartKey is still not recognized, place it in the marked space for starting with the SmartKey Key Not Detected (white...
Page 549 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 547 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Place the Key in the * SmartKey detection is malfunctioning. Marked Space See Opera- Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle. tor's Manual Place the SmartKey in the marked space for starting the engine with the SmartKey ( page 162).
Page 550 548 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The exterior lighting is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Malfunction See Opera- tor’s Manual * The light sensor is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Automatic Headlamp Mode Inoperative * The active headlamps are malfunctioning.
Page 551 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 549 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You are leaving the vehicle and the lights are still switched on. Turn the light switch to the Ã position. Switch Off Lights * The Intelligent Light System is faulty. The lighting system continues to function properly without the functions of the Intelligent Light System.
Page 552 550 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Update Successfully Com- * Installation of the software update has been successfully completed ( page 355). pleted Update Failed Software * An error occurred during the installation of the software update ( page 355).
Page 553 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 551 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The power steering assistance is malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to altered steering characteristics If the power assistance of the steering fails partially or completely, you will need to use more force to steer. Steering Malfunction Increased Physical Effort If safe steering is possible, drive on carefully.
Page 554 552 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * At least one door is open. Close all doors. * The hood is open. & WARNING Risk of accident if the engine hood is unlatched while driving An unlocked engine hood may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
Page 555 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 553 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Close the tailgate. * The left-hand seat or the seat backrest in the second row of seats is not engaged. Fold the corresponding seat backrest back until it engages and push the row of seats back ( page 101).
Page 556 554 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The coolant level is too low. * NOTE Engine damage due to insufficient coolant Check Coolant Level See Avoid long journeys with insufficient coolant. Operator's Manual Add coolant ( page 459).
Page 557 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 555 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Avoiding high loads on the engine, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. In doing so, ensure that the coolant temperature display remains below the red marking. ÿ * The fan motor is faulty.
Page 558 556 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Transmission Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Apply Brake to Shift from * You have attempted to shift the transmission out of park position j and into another transmission position. Depress the brake pedal. Select transmission position h, k or neutral i.
Page 559 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 557 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions N Permanently Active Risk * While the vehicle is rolling or while you are driving, neutral i has been engaged. of Rolling Away To stop, depress the brake pedal. Shift the transmission to park position j while the vehicle is stationary.
Page 560 558 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop Vehicle Leave Engine * The transmission is overheating. Pulling away may be temporarily impaired or not possible. Running Wait Transmission Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any cir‐ Cooling cumstances.
Page 561 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 559 Brakes Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To apply: Switch the ignition off and switch it back on. (USA only) Apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 194).
Page 562 560 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp is flashing. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. The electric parking brake could not be applied or released.
Page 563 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 561 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To apply: Switch off the ignition. The electric parking brake will be applied automatically. If the electric parking brake is not to be applied, e.g. at an automatic car wash or when the vehicle is being towed, leave the ignition switched on.
Page 564 562 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F indicator lamp (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is flashing. The electric parking brake is applied while you are driving: A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake has not been fulfilled ( page 193).
Page 565 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 563 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is lit. You have attempted to release the electric parking brake with the ignition switched off. Switch on the ignition.
Page 566 564 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any cir‐ cumstances. Do not add brake fluid. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The brakepads have reached the wear limit.
Page 567 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 565 Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é * ATTENTION ASSIST is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. ATTENTION ASSIST Inoper- ative é * ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or an increasing lack of concentration on the part of the driver page 265).
Page 568 566 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The vehicle level may be lowered for the following reasons: Â You have selected a different drive program. You have exceeded the speed limit. Lowering You have changed the vehicle level by pressing the button. Operation with a trailer or bicycle rack: if an electrical connection has been correctly made, you have excee‐...
Page 569 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 567 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Avoid sudden steering movements. Continue driving carefully at maximum 50 mph (80 km/h). If possible, stop the vehicle when safe to do so in the traffic conditions and switch the ignition off and on again. If the display message continues to be displayed, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 570 568 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The vehicle level is too low. The vehicle will be raised to the selected vehicle level. Á Wait until the display message disappears before pulling away. Vehicle Rising Please Wait * Due to frequent level changes within a short space of time, the compressor first needs to cool down in order to set Á...
Page 571 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 569 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ø * Active Steering Assist has reached the system limits ( page 220). You have not steered independently for a considerable period of time. Take over the steering and drive on in accordance with the traffic conditions. Beginning Emergency Stop * Your hands are not on the steering wheel.
Page 572 570 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on. As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits, the system will become available again. Active Lane Keeping Assist * Active Lane Keeping Assist is malfunctioning. Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 573 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 571 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the engine. Blind Spot Assist Inopera- * Blind Spot Assist is malfunctioning. tive Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 574 572 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Blind Spot Asst. Not * When you establish the electrical connection to the trailer, Active Blind Spot Assist is unavailable. Available When Towing a Press the left-hand Touch Control and acknowledge the display message. Trailer See Operator's Man- Active Parking Assist and * Active Parking Assist and Parking Assist PARKTRONIC are malfunctioning.
Page 575 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 573 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. Possible causes: Dirt on the sensors Heavy rain or snow ð Extended country driving without other traffic, e.g. in the desert Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
Page 576 574 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The camera view is restricted. Possible causes: Dirt on the windshield in the camera's field of vision Heavy rain, snow or fog ð Condensation on the windshield in front of the camera Condensation detected on the windshield will be automatically removed using a built-in heater within approx‐...
Page 577 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 575 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cannot be activated as not all activation conditions are fulfilled. Comply with the activation conditions of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 215). - - - mph ç...
Page 578 576 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Distance Assist Now * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again and can be activated ( page 215). Available ¯ * Cruise control cannot be activated as not all activation conditions are fulfilled. Observe the activation conditions for cruise control ( page 210).
Page 579 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 577 Driving safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ® are temporarily unavailable. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be temporarily unavailable. The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situa‐ ÷...
Page 580 578 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situa‐ ÷...
Page 581 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 579 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® is malfunctioning ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other driving safety systems are switched off.
Page 582 580 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. * EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. &...
Page 583 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 581 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( page 203). Drive on. As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits, the system will become available again. If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the engine.
Page 584 582 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * At least one of the main functions of the Mercedes me connect system or of the SOS emergency call system is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Inoperative Battery Display messages...
Page 585 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 583 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The battery is no longer being charged and the charge level is too low.
Page 586 Cannot Start Engine See Operator's Manual Switch off electrical consumers that are not required. Connect a suitable charger approved for Mercedes-Benz with sufficient charge output to the jump-start connec‐ tion point of the 12 V battery ( page 481). The 48 V battery is charged via the voltage converter in the vehicle.
Page 587 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 585 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive the vehicle for a while to charge the 12 V battery and the 48 V battery after disconnecting the charger from the vehicle. If the Engine Can Now Be Started display message does not appear after a few minutes: Try to start the engine again.
Page 588 586 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Have the tire pressure monitoring system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Tire Pressure Monitor Inop- * The wheels installed do not have suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is deactivated. erative No Wheel Sensors Install wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors.
Page 589 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 587 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Adjust the tire pressure if necessary. Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tire pressure ( page 492) and the tires. * The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the difference in tire pressure between the individual wheels is too great.
Page 590 588 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Notes on flat tires ( page 471). Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tires. Tires Overheated * At least one tire is overheating. The affected tires are displayed in red. At temperatures close to the limit value, the tires are displayed in yellow.
Page 591 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 589 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss of pressure. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to insufficient tire pressure Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: The tires may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 592 590 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine oil Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Display message only for certain engines: The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 quart)
Page 593 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 591 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Display message only for certain engines: The engine oil level is too low. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil.
Page 594: Warning And Indicator Lamps
592 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The electrical connection to the oil level sensor has been interrupted or the oil level sensor is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Instrument Display...
Page 595 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 593 USA: electric parking brake applied (red) ( page 599) Canada: electric parking brake applied (red) ( page 599) ABS malfunction ( page 602) ® ÷ page 602) ® OFF ( page 602) å Distance warning ( page 601) Ù...
Page 596 594 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Occupant safety Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red restraint system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 36). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Restraint system warning lamp If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may...
Page 597 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 595 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red seat belt warning lamp will light up for six seconds once the engine has started. In addition, a warning tone may sound. *The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. Seat belt warning lamp Fasten your seat belt ( page 40).
Page 598 596 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ The red coolant warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *Possible causes: The temperature sensor is malfunctioning Coolant warning lamp Coolant level too low The air supply to the radiator is obstructed The radiator fan is faulty If there is an additional warning tone, the coolant temperature has exceeded the maximum permissible temperature.
Page 599 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 597 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Exit the vehicle and keep a safe distance from it until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level ( page 459). Make sure that the air supply to the radiator is not impaired.
Page 600 598 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while driving. *There has been pressure loss in the fuel system. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leak‐ ing.
Page 601 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 599 Brakes Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow indicator lamp is also lit if the electric parking brake malfunctions. Observe the messages on the multifunction display. Red indicator lamp, electric parking brake applied (USA only)
Page 602 600 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *Possible causes: The brake force boosting is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected. Brake warning lamp (USA) There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 603 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 601 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Note the messages on the multifunction display. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Driving systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. * The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected.
Page 604 602 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ä The red E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL warning lamp is on. *There is a malfunction in the E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL. * NOTE The vehicle's driving characteristics have changed significantly. Suspension warning lamp Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible in accordance with the traffic conditions.
Page 605 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 603 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING There is a risk of skidding if EBD or ABS is malfunctioning If EBD or ABS is malfunctioning, the wheels may lock when braking. The steering capability and braking characteristics are thus severely impaired. The braking distance in an emer‐ gency braking situation can increase.
Page 606 604 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® is malfunctioning ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other driving safety systems are switched off.
Page 607 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 605 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If ESP ® cannot be activated, ESP ® is malfunctioning. ® Have ESP checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. ® Observe the notes on deactivating ESP page 198). Tire pressure monitor Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and...
Page 608 606 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The yellow tire pressure monitoring system warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. *The tire pressure monitoring system has detected tire pressure loss in at least one of the tires. &...
Page 609 Index 607 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..... 197 Calling up a speed ....... 215 1, 2, 3 ... Displays in the Instrument Display ..225 Acceleration 4MATIC ............. 183 Function ..........213 see Kickdown Function ..........183 Increasing/decreasing speed ....215 Accident and breakdown manage‐...
Page 610 608 Index Adaptive Highbeam Assist Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass Drive Away Assist ........ 263 Exiting a parking space ....... 262 Function ..........140 settings Function ..........259 Switching on/off ........141 ® Burmester surround sound system ... 450 Maneuvering assistance ...... 265 Additives ..........
Page 611 Index 609 Air suspension Anti-lock braking system AIRMATIC ..........228 see AIRMATIC see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Setting ..........231 Suspension .......... 228 Anti-skid chains Air vents ........... 159 Alarm see Snow chains Adjusting (front) ........159 Adjusting (rear) ........160 see Panic alarm Anti-theft alarm system Glove box ..........
Page 612 Automatic front passenger front air‐ Menu (on-board computer) ....286 see ATTENTION ASSIST bag shutoff see Automatic front passenger front Assistance systems Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center airbag shutoff see Driving safety system see Qualified specialist workshop Automatic mirror folding function Authorized workshop ASSYST PLUS ...........
Page 613 Index 611 System limitations ....... 269 Limited braking effect (salt-treated roads) ..........166 Blower Bag hook ..........123 New/replaced brakepads/brake see Climate control Ball neck discs ............ 164 ® Bluetooth ..........351 Installing ..........276 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ..164 Activating/deactivating .......
Page 614 612 Index Selecting the sound profile ....451 see Rear view camera Seat belts ..........469 Seat cover ........... 469 Buttons Car key Sensors ..........467 Steering wheel ........280 see SmartKey Tailpipes ..........467 Car wash Trailer tow hitch ........467 see Care Washing by hand .........
Page 615 Index 613 Changing a wheel Top Tether ..........60 Air distribution settings ....... 155 see Emergency spare wheel Air-recirculation mode ......157 Children Automatic control ........ 155 Changing gears ........181 Avoiding dangers in the vehicle ..... 52 Automatic control (rear passenger Basic instructions ........
Page 616 614 Index Computer Residual heat ........157 Notes ..........533 Setting (multimedia system) ....155 see On-board computer Cooling Setting the air distribution ....153 Connection status see Climate control Setting the airflow ....... 153 Displaying ..........428 Copyrights Setting the fragrance system ....157 Overview ..........
Page 617 Index 615 Designs Cup holder ..........128 Data import/export ........ 354 Menu (on-board computer) ....282 Rear passenger compartment ..116, 129 Function/notes ........354 Switching the cooling/heating func‐ Importing/exporting ......354 Destination ..........382 tion on/off .......... 129 Data storage Editing intermediate destinations ..
Page 618 616 Index Diagnostics connection ......27 Display message ........541 Check Brake Fluid Level ..... 563 Calling up (on-board computer) ... 541 Digital Operator's Manual ......20 Check Brake Pads See Opera‐ Notes ........... 541 Digital speedometer ....... 286 tor's Manual ........
Page 619 Index 617 Currently Unavailable See Inoperative ......... 582 Please Release Parking Brake ..562 ÷ Operator's Manual ....... 578 Intell. Light System Inoperative Please Wait Charging 48 V Bat‐ Ý Á Don't Forget Your Key ....547 ............. 549 tery… ...........
Page 620 618 Index Active Distance Assist Currently Active Stop & Go Assist Inoperative Turn On the Ignition to Release the Parking Brake ........ 563 Unavailable See Operator's Manual ..575 See Operator's Manual ......570 Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch Active Distance Assist Inoperative ..
Page 621 Index 619 Check Tire Pressure Then Restart Only Shift to 'P' when Vehicle is Sta‐ Tires Overheated ......... 588 Run Flat Indicator ........ 589 tionary ..........556 To Deselect P or N, Depress Brake Cruise Control Inoperative ....576 Place the Key in the Marked Space and Start Engine ........
Page 622 620 Index DISTRONIC Drive position Driving system see Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Inserting ..........181 see 360° Camera see Active Blind Spot Assist Door Drive program display ......177 see Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Child safety lock (rear door) ....64 Drive programs see Active Emergency Stop Assist Locking (emergency key) .......
Page 623 Function ..........176 Function/notes ........175 Operating (DYNAMIC SELECT switch) Emergency call system ............. 177 ECO display see Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Selecting the drive program ....177 Function ..........174 Emergency engine start ......487 Resetting ..........287 Emergency key ECO start/stop function ......
Page 624 622 Index Emergency operation mode Exterior lighting Checking the oil level using the on- Starting the vehicle ......162 board computer ........457 see Lights MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval ....532 Emergency spare wheel ......520 Exterior lighting (Care) ......467 Quality ..........
Page 625 Index 623 Renaming ..........335 Front airbag (driver, front passenger) ..42 Fuses ............487 Work address ........366 Before replacing a fuse ......487 Front passenger seat ........ 99 Dashboard fuse box ......489 Flacon Adjusting from the driver's seat .... 99 Fuse assignment diagram ....
Page 626 624 Index Gearshift recommendation ....182 Rear passenger compartment HOLD function ......... 227 (adjusting) ........... 105 Function/notes ........227 Genuine parts ..........23 Switching on/off ......... 227 Head-up Display ........291 Glide mode ..........183 Home screen (media display) Adjusting display elements (on-board Global search computer) ..........
Page 627 Intermediate destination ® iPhone see Exterior mirrors Calculating a route with intermediate ® see Apple CarPlay destinations ......... 373 see Mercedes-Benz Link Inspection Entering ..........372 see ASSYST PLUS Modifying ..........372 Instrument cluster Starting an automatic gas station Jack see Instrument Display search ..........
Page 628 626 Index Lighting Limiting the opening angle (tailgate) ..81 see Interior lighting Live Traffic Information Labeling (tires) see Lights Displaying the traffic map ....384 see Tire labeling Lights ............137 Displaying traffic incidents ....385 Lamp Adaptive Highbeam Assist ....140 Provider information ......
Page 629 Index 627 Loads Displaying the satellite map ....394 Securing ..........114 Displaying the traffic map ....384 MAGIC VISION CONTROL Displaying weather information ... 394 Locking/unlocking Windshield wipers ....... 146 Map data ..........393 Activating/deactivating the auto‐ Maintenance Moving ..........388 matic locking feature ......
Page 630 628 Index Media playback Determining ........500 Unlocking the tailgate ......81 Operating (on-board computer) ... 289 Maximum tire pressure ......505 Media Media source Menu (on-board computer) ....289 MBUX Interior Assistant (multimedia Selecting (on-board computer) .... 289 Media display system) .............
Page 631 Voice commands (Voice Control Sys‐ Deleting the connection to the user Overview ..........424 tem) ............. 309 account ..........424 Mirrors Mercedes-Benz Link ........ 413 Information .......... 423 see Exterior mirrors Connecting .......... 414 Mercedes me calls Ending ..........415 Mobile phone Arranging a service appointment ..
Page 632 630 Index Multifunction display Multimedia system see Parking service Overview of displays ......284 see Display (multimedia system) see Route see Entering characters see Route guidance Multifunction steering wheel see MBUX Interior Assistant (multi‐ see Traffic information Overview of buttons ......280 media system) Navigation announcements Multifunction steering wheel...
Page 633 Index 631 Standby mode function ....... 195 ® Menu designs ........282 see PRE-SAFE PLUS (anticipatory Menu overview ........281 occupant protection plus) Notes ............165 Multifunction display ......284 see Restraint system Optimized acceleration ......165 Navigation system menu ..... 287 see Seat belt Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ..
Page 634 632 Index Parking assistance systems Windshield washer fluid ...... 534 Panic alarm ..........68 see Active Parking Assist Activating/deactivating ......68 Operating safety Parking brake 48 V on-board electrical system .... 25 Panoramic roof Declaration of conformity (wireless see Electric parking brake Adjusting the roller sunblind ....
Page 635 Index 633 Payload Power closing function Previous destinations Calculation example ......501 Door ............75 Selecting ..........363 Determining the maximum ....500 Power supply Profile ............327 Perfume Switching on (Start/Stop button) ..161 Creating a new profile ......328 see Perfume atomizer Maximum number of profiles ....
Page 636 634 Index Rear fog lamp Storing radio stations ......443 Switching the HD Radio function Switching on/off ......... 138 QR code on/off ..........443 Rear of the vehicle Rescue card .......... 30 Voice commands (Voice Control Sys‐ Lowering ..........235 Qualified specialist workshop ....
Page 637 Index 635 Remote Online Reverse gear Displaying destination information ..372 Charging the battery ......163 Inserting ..........180 Displaying the route list ....... 373 Cooling or heating the vehicle inte‐ Editing a stored route ......376 Rims (Care) ..........467 rior ............
Page 638 636 Index Notes ........... 376 Information about Smart Favorites Folding the backrest (rear passenger Off-road ..........382 and TuneStart ........448 compartment) forwards to get in ..101 To an off-road destination ....382 Logging in ..........445 Folding the backrest (rear) forwards ..117 Moving a channel ........
Page 639 Index 637 Adjusting the height ......40 Sensors (Care) ......... 467 Side windows ........81, 90 Care ............ 469 Child safety lock in the rear Service center Fastening ..........40 passenger compartment ....... 66 see Qualified specialist workshop Reduced protection ....... 39 Closing ..........
Page 640 ..........449 Switching on the power supply or ® see Apple CarPlay Automatic volume adjustment ..... 449 ignition ..........161 see Mercedes-Benz Link Calls up the sound menu ..... 449 Start/stop function see Telephone Information .......... 449 see ECO start/stop function Snow chains ..........
Page 641 Index 639 Suspension Searching ..........443 Door ............. 115 Setting ..........443 Glove box ..........115 Individual wheel control (E-ACTIVE Storing ..........443 Rear passenger compartment center BODY CONTROL) ......... 242 armrest ..........116 Rocking free mode (E-ACTIVE BODY Station list Rear seat backrest .......
Page 642 640 Index System settings Opening dimensions ......536 Importing contacts ......408 Activating/deactivating PIN protec‐ Unlocking (mechanical key) ....81 Importing contacts (overview) ..... 408 tion ............355 Incoming call during an existing call ..406 Tailpipes (Care) ........467 Activating/deactivating voice ampli‐...
Page 643 Index 641 Temperature ..........153 see Third row of seats Temperature grade ......503 Tire Quality Grading ......503 Time Temperature grade ........503 Tire size designation ......506 Manual time setting ......349 Text messages Traction grade ........503 Setting the time and date automati‐...
Page 644 642 Index Tire pressure monitor ......497 Checking the tire pressure (man‐ Speed rating ........506 ually) ............ 494 Storing ..........514 Function ..........495 Restarting ..........497 Checking the tire pressure (tire pres‐ Temperature grade ......503 sure monitoring system) ...... 496 Tire and Loading Information placard Tire pressure monitoring system Definitions ...........
Page 645 Index 643 Trailer hitch Total distance .......... 286 Tow-starting ..........487 Attaching the ball neck ......276 Displaying ..........286 Towing a trailer Coupling up/uncoupling a trailer ..277 Touch Control ........... 316 Notes ........... 274 Trailer operation On-board computer ......281 Towing away ..........
Page 646 644 Index Using the telephone Tread wear grade ........503 Selecting and connecting to a station ............. 433 see Calls Trim element (Care) ........ 469 Selecting stream ......... 434 Trip Setting options ........434 Menu (on-board computer) ....286 Terms of use ........434 Vehicle ............
Page 647 Index 645 Vehicle operation Standby mode function ....... 195 Wheelbase ........... 536 Starting (emergency operation Outside the USA or Canada ....24 Vehicle data storage mode) ..........162 Event data recorders ......32 Vehicle tool kit ......... 472 Starting (Remote Online) ..... 164 MBUX multimedia system/Mercedes TIREFIT kit ...........
Page 648 646 Index Voice Control System ......295 F Red indicator lamp, electric Audible help functions ......297 parking brake applied (USA only) ..599 Warning lamps Improving speech quality ....298 see Warning/indicator lamps 6 Restraint system warning lamp .. 594 Language setting .........
Page 649 Index 647 Warranty ............ 29 Wheel rotation ......... 513 Restarting the tire pressure loss warning system ........498 Washer fluid Wheels Restarting the tire pressure monitor‐ see Windshield washer fluid Care ............. 467 ing system ........... 497 Changing hub caps ......515 Washing by hand (care) ......
Page 650 648 Index Windshield washer system Wi-Fi ............351 Topping up ........... 460 Overview ..........351 Setting ..........351 Windshield wipers Setting up a hotspot ......352 Activating/deactivating ....... 144 Window curtain airbag ......42 Replacing the wiper blades ....145 Replacing wiper blades (MAGIC Windows VISION CONTROL) .......

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