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Publication Details2

Technical Features3

Table Of Contents4

At A Glance – Cockpit8

At A Glance – Indicator And Warning Lamps (Standard)12

At A Glance – Indicator And Warning Lamps (Widescreen Cockpit)14

At A Glance – Overhead Control Panel16

At A Glance – Door Control Panel And Seat Adjustment18

At A Glance – Emergencies And Breakdowns20

Calling Up The Digital Operator's Manual22

Multimedia System22

Protecting The Environment24

Mercedes-Benz Genuineparts24

General Notes24

Operator's Manual25

Service And Vehicle Operation26

Vehicle Operation Outside The Usa Or Canada26

Change Of Address Or Change Of Ownership26

Operating Safety27

Declaration Of Conformity For Wireless Vehicle Components28

Diagnostics Connection29

Qualified Specialist Workshop29

Correct Use Of The Vehicle30

Sport Utility Vehicle30

Notes For Persons With Electronic Medi- Cal Aids30

Problems With Your Vehicle30

Reporting Safety Defects31

Qr Code For Rescue Card32

Electronic Control Units32

Limited Warranty32

Event Data Recorders34

Third Party Services34

Manufacturer's Services34

Restraint System37

Protection Provided By The Restraint System37

Reduced Restraint System Protection37

Restraint System Functionality37

Occupant Safety37

Malfunctioning Restraint System38

Function Of The Restraint System In An Accident38

Protection Provided By The Seat Belt39

Limitations Of The Protection Provided By The Seat Belt40

Fastening Seat Belts41

Seat Belt Adjustment Function42

Releasing Seat Belts42

Overview Of Airbags43

Activating/Deactivating Seat Belt Adjustment Via The Multimedia System43

Seat Belt Warning Function For The Driver And Front Passenger43

Protection Provided By The Airbags44

Limited Protection Provided By Airbags45

Status Of The Front Passenger Front Airbag46

Function Of The Passenger Air Bag Indicator Lamps48

Status Display48

Self-Test Of Automatic Front Passenger Airbag Shutoff48

If The Passenger Air Bag Off Indicator Lamp48

Automatic Measures After An Accident51

Reversing The Pre-Safe System Measures51

Safely Transporting Children In The Vehicle52

Detecting Risks, Avoiding Danger53

Avoid Direct Sunlight55

Observe When Stopping Or Parking55

Activating Or Deactivating The Child Seat57

Installing A Latch-Type (Isofix) Child Restraint System On Rear Seat57

Rear Bench Seat (Second Row Of Seats)59

Vehicles With A Third Row Of Seats59

Securing A Top Tether60

Securing The Child Restraint System With Seat Belt61

Child Safety Locks64

Notes On Pets In The Vehicle65

Overview Of Smartkey Functions67

Replacing The Smartkey Battery67

Opening And Closing67

Activating/Deactivating The Panic Alarm68

Changing The Unlocking Settings68

Deactivating The Smartkey Functions68

Removing/Inserting The Emergency Key69

Problems With The Smartkey70

Unlocking And Opening Doors From The Inside70

Centrally Locking And Unlocking The Vehicle From The Inside71

Locking/Unlocking The Vehicle With Key‐Less-Go71

Problems With Keyless-Go72

Activating/Deactivating The Automatic Locking Feature72

Locking/Unlocking The Vehicle With The Emergency Key73

Cargo Compartment74

Opening The Tailgate74

Locking The Front Passenger Door And Rear Doors With The Emergency Key74

Closing The Tailgate75

Vehicles With An Easy-Pack Tailgate75

Vehicles With Hands-Free Access77

Vehicles With Keyless-Go77

Hands-Free Access Function78

Limiting The Opening Angle Of The Tailgate79

Unlocking The Tailgate With The Emergency Key79

Opening And Closing The Side Windows80

Convenience Opening81

Automatic Reversing Function Of The Side Windows81

Convenience Closing82

Problems With The Side Windows82

Sliding Sunroof83

Adjusting The Side Windows83

Automatic Reversing Function Of The Roller Sunblind85

Automatic Reversing Function Of The Sliding Sunroof85

Automatic Functions Of The Sliding Sunroof86

Problems With The Sliding Sunroof86

Rain Closing Function When Driving86

Automatic Lowering Function86

Anti-Theft Protection87

Function Of The Immobilizer87

Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System)87

If Sliding Sunroof Is Obstructed Again And Reopens Again Slightly87

Function Of The Tow-Away Alarm88

Deactivating The Ata88

Deactivating The Alarm Using Keyless-Go88

Arming/Disarming The Tow-Away Alarm89

Function Of The Interior Motion Sensor89

Arming/Deactivating The Interior Motion Sensor89

Notes On The Correct Driver's Seat Position91

Seats And Stowing91

Notes On The Height Limit On The Third Row Of Seats92

Adjusting The Front Seat Mechanically92

Adjusting The Front Seat Electrically95

Adjusting The 4-Way Lumbar Support95

Adjusting Rear Seats Mechanically95

Adjusting The Rear Seat Backrests Mechanically97

Head Restraints99

Installing/Removing The Rear Seat Head Restraints100

Adjusting The Head Restraints Of The Rear Seats Mechanically100

Configuring The Seat Settings101

Switching The Seat Heating On/Off101

Resetting Seat Settings101

Selecting The Massage Program For The Front Seats101

Switching The Seat Ventilation On/Off102

Steering Wheel103

Adjusting The Steering Wheel Mechanically103

Switching The Steering Wheel Heating On/Off103

Easy Entry And Exit Feature104

Using The Easy Entry And Exit Feature104

Operating The Memory Function105

Setting The Easy Entry And Exit Feature105

Stowage Areas106

Notes On Loading The Vehicle106

Stowage Spaces In The Vehicle Interior109

Through-Loading Feature In The Rear Bench Seat109

Folding Back The Rear Seat Backrest111

Release Loops On The Backs113

Folding Back The Seat Backrest On The Third Row Of Seats114

Cargo Compartment Cover115

Notes On The Cargo Compartment Cover115

Loops On The Rear Sides115

Extending/Retracting The Cargo Compartment Cover116

Installing Or Removing The Cargo Compartment Cover116

Attaching/Removing The Partitioning Net117

Installing The Cargo Compartment Cover117

Partitioning Net With Cargo Compartment Enlargement118

Overview Of The Tie-Down Eyes119

Overview Of Bag Hooks119

Adjustable Cargo Compartment Floor120

Overview Of Clothes Hooks On The Tailgate120

Clothes Hook120

Attaching A Roof Luggage Rack121

Using The 12 V Socket122

Using The 115 V Socket In The Rear Passenger Compartment122

Overview Of Usb Ports123

Notes On Wirelessly Charging The Mobile Phone124

Wireless Charging Of The Mobile Phone And Connection With The Exterior Antenna124

Wirelessly Charging A Mobile Phone125

Stowage Compartment Without Cover125

Installing/Removing The Floor Mats126

Exterior Lighting127

Information About Lighting Systems And Your Responsibility127

Light Switch127

Operating The Light Switch127

Light And Visibility 125127

Operating The Combination Switch For The Lights128

Automatic Driving Lights Function128

Switching The Rear Fog Lights On Or Off128

Activating/Deactivating The Hazard Warning Lights129

High-Beam Flasher129

Turn Signal Light129

Cornering Light130

Adaptive Highbeam Assist130

Cornering Light Function130

Adaptive Highbeam Assist Function130

Setting The Exterior Lighting Switch-Off Delay Time131

Switching The Surround Lighting On/Off131

Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist On/Off131

Interior Lighting132

Adjusting The Interior Lighting132

Adjusting The Ambient Lighting132

Activating Multi-Color Lighting132

Windshield Wiper And Windshield Washer System133

Switching The Interior Lighting Switch-Off Delay Time On/Off133

Switching The Windshield Wipers On/Off133

Activating Welcome Lighting133

Switching The Rear Window Wiper On/Off134

Changing The Windshield Wiper Blades134

Moving The Wiper Arms Into The Replacement Position134

Removing The Wiper Blades134

Installing The Wiper Blades135

Replacing The Rear Window Wiper Blade136

Maintenance Display136

Installing The Wiper Blade137

Operating The Outside Mirrors137

Automatic Anti-Glare Mirrors Function138

Front-Passenger Outside Mirror Parking Position Function139

System Limits139

Activating/Deactivating The Automatic Mirror Folding Function140

Overview Of Climate Control Systems141

Operating The Climate Control System141

Switching Climate Control On/Off141

Switching The A/C Function On Or Off Via Control Panel141

Climate Control 139141

Calling Up The Air Conditioning Menu142

Setting Climate Control To Automatic Mode142

Setting The Air Distribution142

Activating/Deactivating The A/C Function Via Multimedia System142

Removing Condensation From The Windows143

Switching Air-Recirculation Mode On/Off143

Switching The Residual Heat On/Off (Canada)143

Adjusting The Front Air Vents143

Adjusting The Rear Air Vents144

Driving And Parking 143145

Starting The Vehicle146

Marked Space147

Starting The Vehicle Via Remote Online Services147

If The Vehicle Does Not Start147

Charging The Starter Battery Before Starting The Journey147

Breaking-In Notes148

Starting The Vehicle (Remote Online)148

Notes On Driving149

To Remove Salt Build-Up151

Notes On Hydroplaning151

Notes On Off-Road Driving152

Checklist Before Driving Off-Road153

Off-Road Driving153

Driving On Sand153

Eco Start/Stop Function154

Checklist After Driving Off-Road154

Driving In Mountainous Terrain154

Deactivating Or Activating The Eco Start/Stop Function155

Eco Start/Stop Function Symbols In The Multi‐Function Display155

The Engine Is Restarted Automatically If155

Eco Display Function156

Dynamic Select Switch156

Function Of The Dynamic Select Switch156

Notes On The Roof Load Display157

Selecting The Drive Program157

Depending On The Drive Program157

Configuring Dynamic Select158

Displaying Vehicle Data158

Displaying Engine Data158

Automatic Transmission159

Calling Up The Consumption Indicator159

Direct Select Lever159

Function Of The Direct Select Lever159

Engaging Reverse Gear R160

Engaging Neutral N160

Engaging Park Position P160

Problems With The Transmission161

Manual Gearshifting161

Engaging Drive Position D161

Gearshift Recommendation162

Permanent Setting162

Using Kickdown163

Glide Mode Function163

Function Of The 4Matic164

Refueling The Vehicle164

Parking The Vehicle166

Garage Door Opener168

Synchronizing The Rolling Code Requirements169

Troubleshooting When Programming The Remote Control169

Electric Parking Brake170

Opening Or Closing The Garage Door170

Electric Parking Brake Function170

Clearing The Garage Door Opener Memory170

Information On Collision Detection On Parked Vehicle172

Applying/Releasing The Electric Parking Brake Manually172

Emergency Braking172

Notes On Parking The Vehicle For An Extended Period173

Standby Mode173

Activating/Deactivating Standby Mode173

Driving And Driving Safety Systems174

Driving Systems And Your Responsibility174

Information On Vehicle Sensors And Cameras174

Overview Of Driving Systems And Driving Safety Systems175

Function Of Abs175

Functions Of Off-Road Abs176

Function Of Bas176

Functions Of Esp176

Off-Road Esp177

Activating/Deactivating Esp178

Function Of Esp Crosswind Assist178

Function Of Ebd178

Function Of Steer Control178

Function Of Active Brake Assist179

Distance Warning Function180

Autonomous Braking Function181

Situation-Dependent Braking Assistance181

Canceling A Brake Application Of Active Brake Assist182

Cornering Function182

Evasive Steering Assist182

Setting Active Brake Assist183

Deactivating Active Brake Assist183

Speed Control Cruise Control184

Operating Cruise Control184

Displays On The Multifunction Display184

Dsr (Downhill Speed Regulation)185

Deactivating Cruise Control185

Increasing/Decreasing The Stored Speed185

Activating Or Deactivating Dsr186

Changing The Target Speed186

Active Distance Assist Distronic187

Function Of Active Distance Assist Distronic187

Other Features Of Active Distance Assist Distronic187

Available Speed Range187

Active Distance Assist Distronic Displays In Instrument Cluster188

Permanent Status Display Of Active Distance Assist Distronic188

Active Distance Assist Distronic Display In Speedometer188

Operating Active Distance Assist Distronic Requirements189

Activating/Deactivating Active Distance190

Assist Distronic190

Pulling Away With Active Distance Assist Distronic190

Adopting A Detected Speed Limit190

Function Of Active Speed Limit Assist191

Increasing Or Decreasing The Speed191

Changing The Specified Distance To The Vehicle In Front191

Function Of Route-Based Speed Adaptation192

Setting Route-Based Speed Adaptation193

Active Steering Assist193

Steering And Touch Detection194

Function Of Active Lane Change Assist195

Activating/Deactivating Active Lane Change Assist197

Function Of Active Emergency Stop Assist197

Function Of Hill Start Assist198

Hold Function198

Start-Off Assist199

Activating The Hold Function199

Deactivating The Hold Function199

Activating The Start-Off Assist199

Function Of Adaptive Damping Adjustment200

Parking Assist Parktronic200

Canceling The Start-Off Assist200

Parking Assist Parktronic Display In Multimedia System201

Problems With Parking Assist Parktronic202

Function Of The Passive Side Impact Protection202

Adjusting The Warning Tones Of Parking Assist Parktronic204

Specifying The Starting Point For The Warning Tones204

Adjusting The Volume Of The Warning Tones204

Adjusting The Pitch Of The Warning Tones204

Reversing Camera205

Activating/Deactivating Audio Fadeout205

Wide-Angle View206

360° Camera207

Side View Of The Mirror Cameras209

Active Parking Assist210

When Active Parking Assist Has Detected Parking210

Parking With Active Parking Assist211

Exiting A Parking Space With Active Parking Assist213

Take Control Of Vehicle214

Function Of Drive Away Assist214

Attention Assist215

Function Of Attention Assist215

Activating/Deactivating Maneuvering Assistance215

Traffic Sign Assist217

Setting Options217

Setting Attention Assist217

Display In The Instrument Display217

Setting Traffic Sign Assist218

Displaying Detected Traffic Signs In The Media Display218

Blind Spot Assist And Active Blind Spot Assist With Exit Warning219

Adjusting The Type Of Warning219

Adjusting The Warning Threshold219

Exit Warning219

Function Of Brake Application220

Active Lane Keeping Assist221

Activating/Deactivating Blind Spot Assist Or Active Blind Spot Assist221

Conditions For A Course-Correcting Brake Application222

Vehicle Towing Instructions223

Activating/Deactivating Active Lane Keeping Assist223

Setting Active Lane Keeping Assist Multimedia System223

Setting The Sensitivity223

Notes On The Instrument Display And On- Board Computer225

Instrument Display Overview226

Overview Of The Buttons On The Steering Wheel227

Operating The On-Board Computer227

Selecting The Head-Up Display228

Full-Screen Menus228

Overview Of What Is Shown On The Multi- Function Display229

Head-Up Display229

Function Of The Head-Up Display229

Setting The Head-Up Display Using The Onboard Computer230

Selecting What The Head-Up Display Shows230

Voice Control System230

Switching The Head-Up Display On/Off Via Multimedia System231

Overview And Operation232

Notes On The Mbux Multimedia System232

Overview Of The Mbux Multimedia System232

Home Screen Overview233

Operating The Mbux Multimedia System234

Using Touch Control234

Using The Touchscreen234

Using The Touchpad234

Functions Of The Voice Control System235

Calling Up Applications Using Buttons235

Starting The Voice Control System236

Overview Of The Mbux Interior Assistant236

Switching The Reading Light And Search Light And On Or Off237

Information On Profiles, Themes, Suggestions And Favorites238

Switching The Search Light On And Off238

Switching The Reading Light On And Off238

Configuring Profiles, Themes And Suggestions239

Creating A New Profile239

Selecting Profile Options239

System Settings240

Overview Of The System Settings Menu240

Configuring Suggestions240

Creating New Themes240

Information On Important System Updates241

Deep System Updates241

Setting Up A Wi-Fi Hotspot242

Activating/Deactivating Wi-Fi242

Connecting Using A Wps Pin242

Connecting Using A Security Key242

Notes On Navigation243

Connecting Using Nfc243

Connecting Using Wps Pin Generation243

Switching Navigation On244

Navigation Overview245

Entering A Destination246

Calculating A Route And Using Settings For Route Guidance247

Changing Country247

Using Map Functions248

Selecting Route Settings248

Activating Route Guidance With Augmented Reality248

Selecting Map Orientation248

Using Services249

Displaying The Traffic Situation With Live Traffic Information249

Displaying Hazard Warnings With Car-To-X-Communication249

Displaying Weather Information And Other Map Contents249

Notes On Telephony250

Network Connection251

Bluetooth Connection251

Telephone Menu Overview252

Mercedes Me And Apps253

Mercedes Me Connect253

Connecting A Mobile Phone253

Mercedes Me Connect Accident And Breakdown254

Mercedes Me Calls255

Making A Call Via The Overhead Control Panel255

Using The Voice Dialog System You Access Desired Service255

Arranging A Service Appointment Via Mercedes Me Call257

Overview Of The Mercedes Me & Apps Menu258

Current Vehicle Location258

Data Processing258

Current Mileage And Maintenance Data258

Web Browser Overview259

Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System260

Smartphone Integration260

Information On The Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System260

Overview Of The Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System261

Triggering An Automatic Mercedes‑Benz Emergency Call261

Triggering A Manual Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call262

Data Transfer Of The Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System263

Radio & Media264

Overview Of The Symbols And Functions In The Media Menu264

Authorizing A Bluetooth Audio Device For Media Playback265

Overview Of The Symbols And Functions In The Radio Menu266

Additional Functions Of Tunein Radio267

Calling Up Tunein Radio269

Setting Up Satellite Radio270

Music And Sport Alerts270

Activating The Music Information Function270

Sound Settings271

Overview Of Functions In The Sound Menu271

Activating Sports Information271

Deleting Individual Sports And Music Alerts271

Assyst Plus Service Interval Display272

Displaying The Service Due Date272

Information On Regular Maintenance Work272

Special Service Requirements272

270 Maintenance And Care272

Engine Compartment273

Opening/Closing The Hood273

Battery Disconnection Periods273

On-Board Computer275

Adding Engine Oil276

Checking Coolant Level277

Adding Washer Fluid To The Windshield Washer System277

Cleaning And Care278

Keeping The Air-Water Duct Free278

Notes On Washing The Vehicle In A Car Wash278

Automatic Car Wash Mode279

Activating/Deactivating Automatic Car Wash Mode280

Notes On Using A Power Washer280

Activating Automatic Car Wash Mode280

Deactivating Automatic Car Wash Mode280

Washing The Vehicle By Hand281

Notes On Paintwork/Matte Finish Paintwork Care281

Notes On Cleaning Decorative Foils281

Matte Finish281

Notes On Care Of Vehicle Parts282

Notes On Care Of The Interior283

Wiper Blades283

Plastic Trim284

Real Wood/Trim Elements284

Genuine Leather Seat Covers284

Cloth Seat Covers285

Removing The Safety Vest286

Warning Triangle286

Removing The Warning Triangle286

284 Breakdown Assistance286

First-Aid Kit (Soft-Sided) Overview287

Setting Up The Warning Triangle287

Notes In The Event Of A Flat Tire287

Notes On Moextended Tires (Run-Flat Tires)288

Tires With Run-Flat Characteristics288

Tires Without Run-Flat Characteristics288

Tirefit Kit Storage Location289

Using The Tirefit Kit289

Battery (Vehicle)294

Notes On The 12 V Battery294

Notes On Starting Assistance And Charging The 12 V Battery296

Starting Assistance And Charging The 12 V Battery297

Replacing The 12 V Battery298

Tow Starting Or Towing Away299

Permitted Towing Methods299

Towing The Vehicle With Both Axles On The Ground300

Loading The Vehicle For Transport301

Installing The Towing Eye302

Towing Eye Storage Location302

Electrical Fuses303

Notes On Electrical Fuses303

Tow Starting The Vehicle303

Opening And Closing The Fuse Box In The Engine Compartment304

Opening And Closing The Fuse Box In The Front Passenger Footwell305

Notes On Noise Or Unusual Handling Char- Acteristics307

Notes On Regularly Inspecting Wheels And Tires307

Wheels And Tires 305307

Notes On Snow Chains308

Tire Pressure308

Notes On Tire Pressure308

Tire Pressure Which Is Too High Or Too Low Can309

Tire Pressure Which Is Too Low Can Cause309

Tire Pressure Table310

Checking Tire Pressures Manually311

Tire Pressure Monitoring System311

Function Of The Tire Pressure Monitoring System311

Checking The Tire Pressure With The Tire Pressure Monitoring System313

Restarting The Tire Pressure Monitoring System313

Tire Pressure Loss Warning System314

Loading The Vehicle315

Notes On Tire And Loading Information Placard315

Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit316

Calculation Example For Determining Maximum Load317

Weight Of Occupants318

Total Weight Of All Occupants318

Tire Labeling319

Overview Of Tire Labeling319

Tire Quality Grading319

Tread Wear Grade319

Traction Grade320

Temperature Grade320

Dot, Tire Identification Number (Tin)320

Information On The Maximum Tire Load321

Specifications For Maximum Tire Pressure321

Information On Tire Characteristics322

Tire Size Designation, Load-Bearing Capacity322

Speed Rating And Load Index322

Preceding Letter323

Aspect Ratio323

Load-Bearing Index323

Summer Tires323

Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading324

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards325

Recommended Tire Pressure325

Speed Rating325

Maximum Tire Load326

Maximum Permissible Tire Pressure326

Psi326

Changing A Wheel327

Notes On Selecting, Installing And Replacing Tires327

Notes On Rotating Wheels329

Notes On Storing Wheels330

Overview Of The Tire-Change Tool Kit330

Preparing The Vehicle For A Wheel Change331

Removing And Installing Hub Caps331

Raising The Vehicle When Changing A Wheel331

Important Notes On Using The Jack331

Position Of Jack Support Points332

Rules Of Conduct When The Vehicle Is Raised332

Removing A Wheel333

Mounting A New Wheel334

Lowering The Vehicle After A Wheel Change335

Emergency Spare Wheel336

Notes On The Emergency Spare Wheel336

Inflating The Emergency Spare Wheel337

Notes On Technical Data339

Vehicle Electronics339

Two-Way Radios339

Notes On Installing Two-Way Radios339

Technical Data 337339

Frequency Band And Maximum Transmission Output340

Vehicle Identification Plate, Vin And Engine Number Overview341

Operating Fluids342

Notes On Operating Fluids342

Vin, Engine Number And Other Signs342

Tank Content And Reserve Fuel345

Information On Additives In Gasoline345

Notes On Brake Fluid346

Notes On Coolant346

Quality And Capacity Of Engine Oil346

Notes On Windshield Washer Fluid347

Coolant Capacity347

Vehicle Data349

Vehicle Dimensions349

Filling Capacity For Refrigerant And Pag Oil349

Height When Opened And Headroom349

Weights And Loads350

Angle Of Approach/Departure350

Maximum Gradient Climbing Ability350

Display Messages352

Introduction352

Calling Up Saved Display Messages352

350 Display Messages And Warning/Indicator Lamps352

Srs Malfunction Service Required353

Front Left Malfunction Service Required353

Obtain A New Key356

Replace Key Battery356

Key Not Detected356

Check Left Low358

Driving Safety Systems386

Warning And Indicator Lamps400

Overview Of Indicator And Warning Lamps400

Instrument Display (Standard)400

Widescreen Cockpit Instrument Display400

Indicator And Warning Lamps401

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