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  • Page 1 Possible variations to your vehicle may not to receive a printed Owner‘s Manual for other vehicle models and vehicle be taken into account as Mercedes-Benz constantly updates their vehicles to Ihrem konkreten Fahrzeug könnten nicht berücksichtigt sein, da Mercedes-Benz model years.
  • Page 4 Mercedes-Benz therefore reserves the right to access. Available for smartphones or tab- introduce changes in the following areas: lets. design You can also use the Mercedes-Benz Guides app: equipment technical features Consequently, the description may differ from your vehicle in some cases.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Windscreen wipers ......124 Introduction ......... 26 Environmental protection ...... 26 Climate control ......... 128 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....26 Overview of climate control systems ... 128 Owner's Manual ........27 Operating the climate control sys- Operating safety ........27 tems ............
  • Page 6 Contents Stowage areas ........288 Features ..........296 Maintenance and care ...... 302 Engine compartment ......302 ASSYST PLUS ........306 Care ............. 308 Breakdown assistance ..... 315 Where will I find...? ......315 Flat tyre ..........317 Battery (vehicle) ........322 Jump-starting ........
  • Page 7 Index Adjusting the headlamp range ..117 1, 2, 3 ... Adjusting the volume 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Multimedia system ......278 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Air conditioning tion System) General notes ........ 128 4MATIC Air filter (white display message) ..251 Display message ......
  • Page 8: Index

    Index Anti-lock braking system Automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Anti-skid chains Display message ......244 Automatic front-passenger front see Snow chains Anti-Theft Alarm system airbag deactivation system see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Operation ......... 49 Anticipatory occupant protection Problems .........
  • Page 9 Index Automatic transmission emer- Blind Spot Assist gency running mode ......163 Activating/deactivating (on- Auxiliary heating board computer) ......227 Display message ......253 Activating/deactivating ....138 Notes/function ......209 Activating/deactivating (on the Trailer towing ......... 210 centre console) ......138 Blower Remote control ......
  • Page 10 Index Display message ......247 Sensors ......... 311 Brakes Steering wheel ....... 313 ABS ..........68 Trim pieces ........313 BAS ..........69 Washing by hand ......308 Brake fluid (notes) ......356 Wheels ........... 310 Braking assistance appropriate to Windows ........
  • Page 11 Index Demisting the windscreen ..... 134 Important safety notes ....356 Indicator lamp ........ 132 Temperature (on-board computer, Information on using Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....231 THERMOTRONIC automatic cli- Temperature gauge ......218 mate control ........131 Warning lamp ......... 273 Cooling Notes on using the air-condition- ing system ........
  • Page 12 Driver's seat Tyres ..........256 see Seat Vehicle ........... 258 Driving abroad Distance control Mercedes-Benz Service ....307 see Distance Pilot DISTRONIC Symmetrical dipped beam ..... 116 Distance Pilot DISTRONIC Driving dynamics display Activating ........182 Off-road program ......192 Calling up the speed ......
  • Page 13 Index BAS (Brake Assist System) ....69 Symmetrical dipped beam ..... 116 Distance warning function ....69 The first 1500 km ......143 Towing a trailer ......213 ® (Electronic Stability Pro- Travelling uphill ......175 gram) ..........72 Tyre ruts ........175 Important safety guidelines .....
  • Page 14 Index Emergency key Entering an address Unlocking the driver's door ....88 See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 277 Emergency key element Environmental protection Function/notes ........ 81 Returning an end-of-life vehicle ..26 ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Inserting .......... 82 Locking vehicle ........
  • Page 15 Front-passenger front airbag deac- tivation system Gear indicator (on-board com- Operation ......... 49 puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..231 Problems ......... 53 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 26 System self-test ....... 52 Front-passenger seat Glove compartment ......289 Google™ Local Search Folding the backrest forward/ back ..........
  • Page 16 Index Indicators see Turn signals Handling control system Instrument cluster ® see ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Overview .......... 34 HANDS-FREE ACCESS ....91, 95 Settings ......... 228 Hazard warning lamps Warning and indicator lamps ... 34 Display message ......263 Instrument cluster lighting ....
  • Page 17 Index KEYLESS-GO Turn signals ........118 LIM indicator lamp Convenience closing ......99 Deactivation ........80 Cruise control ........ 176 Locking ..........80 Distance Pilot DISTRONIC ..... 181 Unlocking ......... 80 Variable limiter ......178 Kickdown Limiter Driving tips ........158 Calling up the speed ......
  • Page 18 Memory card (audio) ......224 Switching on and off ...... 278 Music files Memory function ....... 115 See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 277 Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Switch in the overhead control panel ..........299 Navigation Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Entering a destination ....
  • Page 19 Index Operation Important safety notes ....173 Maximum gradient climbing abil- Digital Owner's Manual ....25 ity ..........359 Outside temperature display ... 217 Travelling uphill ......175 Overhead control panel ...... 40 Off-road Program Override feature Driving dynamics display ....192 Rear side windows ......
  • Page 20 Warning lamp ......... 272 Parking lamps Display message ......247 QR code Switching on/off ......117 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Parking Pilot Rescue card ........30 Cancelling ........200 Qualified specialist workshop ... 30 Detecting parking spaces ....196 Display Message ......
  • Page 21 Index Rear window heating Warning lamp (function) ....42 Problem (fault) ....... 135 Rev counter ........217 Switching on/off ......135 Reverse gear Rear window wiper Engaging (manual transmission) ..153 Replacing the wiper blade ....126 Reverse gear (selector lever) ... 156 Switching on/off ......
  • Page 22 Index Folding the backrest (rear com- Fuel ..........352 partment) forwards/back ....292 Important safety notes ....352 Seat belt Washer fluid ........357 Setting a speed Correct usage ........44 Switching belt adjustment on/off see Cruise control (on-board computer) ...... 231 Setting the air distribution ....
  • Page 23 Index Spare wheel Stowage compartment see Emergency spare wheel Map pockets ........290 Stowage compartments Specialist workshop ......30 Armrest (front) ....... 289 Spectacles compartment ....289 Armrest (under) ......290 Speed limiter Centre console ......289 Display message ......255 Centre console (rear) .....
  • Page 24 Index TEMPOMAT Tyres/wheels ......... 347 Vehicle data ........358 Function/notes ......176 Telephone Text messages Accepting a call (multifunction Telephone module with Blue- steering wheel) ......225 ® tooth (SAP profile) ....... 285 Authorising a mobile phone (con- Through-loading ........ 291 necting) .........
  • Page 25 Index Traction system Turn signals see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Replacing bulbs (front) ....122 tion System) Switching on/off ......118 Traffic Sign Assist Activating ........208 Operating (on-board computer) ..224 Activating/deactivating the warn- see Separate operating instructions Two-way radio ing function ........
  • Page 26 Index Summer tyres ........ 336 Vehicle dimensions ......358 Tyre size (data) ......347 Vehicle emergency locking ....88 Tyre tread ........335 Vehicle identification number see Flat tyre see VIN Vehicle identification plate ....351 Vehicle tool kit ........317 Ventilation Unlocking Setting the vents ......
  • Page 27 Index Important safety notes ....334 Information on driving ....334 ZONE function Removing a wheel ......345 Switching on/off ......134 Storing ........... 343 Tightening torque ......346 Wheel size/tyre size ...... 347 Wheels and tyres Changing a wheel ......343 Windowbag Display message ......
  • Page 28: Digital Owner's Manual

    Digital Owner's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Owner's Manual General notes The printed Owner's Manual provides informa- tion about the safe operation of your vehicle. Please observe the information about the oper- The Digital Owner's Manual provides compre- ation of the controller ( page 278).
  • Page 29: Environmental Protection

    EU countries only: this planet sparingly and in a manner which Mercedes-Benz will take back your end-of-life takes the requirements of both nature and vehicle for environmentally-friendly disposal in humanity into consideration.
  • Page 30: Owner's Manual

    Use only genu- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- The Owner's Manual and Service Booklet are ity. Use only tyres, wheels and accessories that...
  • Page 31 Operating safety declares, as our sole responsibility, that the A) ISO 4063, EN ISO 14341-A, DBL product: 7382.20, MBN 10435, AS 2693 Description: B) ISO 4063, ISO 14341-A, DBL 7392.10, MBN 10435 Jack C) DBL 7392.10, DBL 8230.10 Type, number: Technical documentation for the product is A) A 164 580 02 18, A 166 580 01 18 held by the manufacturer.
  • Page 32 Only connect equipment to a diagnostics con- starter battery may discharge. nection in the vehicle, which is approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con- nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor- mation being reset, for example. This may lead...
  • Page 33: Qr Code For Rescue Card

    Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about any change in address or vehicle owner- the vehicle's operating state ship. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- events vice Centre, for example. faults In general, this technical information docu-...
  • Page 34: Copyright Information

    These data are of an exclusively technical nature and can be used to: assist in detecting and rectifying faults and defects analyse vehicle functions, e.g. after an acci-...
  • Page 35: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel gearshift pad- Climate control systems dles Ignition lock Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster Cruise control lever Horn Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Light switch Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Diagnostics connection warning display Opens the bonnet Overhead control panel...
  • Page 36 Cockpit Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Light switch Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Opens the bonnet warning display Diagnostics connection Combination switch Electric parking brake Instrument cluster Ignition lock Horn Adjusts the steering wheel DIRECT SELECT lever Cruise control lever Steering wheel gearshift pad- Climate control systems dles...
  • Page 37 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Speedometer with segments Rev counter Indicator and warning lamps: Indicator and warning lamps: L Dipped-beam head- 6 Restraint system lamps ü Seat belt not fastened T Side lamps % Diesel engine: preglow K Main-beam headlamps M SPORT handling mode (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)
  • Page 38: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list 9 : Selects a menu Multimedia system display a Confirms the selection ~ Rejects or ends a call % Back 6 Makes or accepts a call Operates the on-board com- Further telephone functions puter...
  • Page 39: Centre Console

    Centre console Centre console Centre console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the è ECO start/stop func- separate operating instruc- tion tions) £ Hazard warning lamps c Seat heating PASSENGER AIRBAG indica- Mercedes-AMG vehicles: tor lamps AMG RIDE CONTROL (left side) DYNAMIC SELECT button Mercedes-AMG vehicles:...
  • Page 40 Centre console Centre console, lower section Vehicles with DIRECT SELECT lever Function Page Function Page Cup holders Ashtray Stowage space with media interface Cigarette lighter Power socket Multimedia system control- Stowage compartment ler (see the separate operat- ing instructions) Stowage compartment Cup holder (not visible)
  • Page 41 Centre console Mercedes-AMG vehicles Function Page Function Page DYNAMIC SELECT controller Ashtray Cup holders Cigarette lighter Stowage space with media Power socket interface Stowage compartment Multimedia system control- Selector lever ler (see the separate operat- ing instructions) Manual gearshifting (perma- nent setting)
  • Page 42: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle n Activates/deactivates the override feature for the r45= Saves side windows in the rear the seat and exterior mirror compartment settings q Opens the luggage...
  • Page 43: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear inte- G SOS button (Mercedes- rior lighting on/off Benz emergency call sys- tem), only available for cer- p Switches the right- tain countries hand reading lamp on/off Spectacles compartment | Switches the front inte- 3 Opens/closes the pan-...
  • Page 44: Panic Alarm

    Occupant safety The components of the restraint system work in Panic alarm conjunction with each other. They can only offer protection if all vehicle occupants always: have the seat belt correctly fastened page 44) have the seat and head restraint adjusted properly ( page 106) As the driver, you must also make sure that the...
  • Page 45 Occupant safety Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp driving aids which have been approved specifi- cally for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Restraint system warning lamp The functions of the restraint system are checked after the ignition is switched on and at regular intervals while the engine is running.
  • Page 46 Occupant safety tion system" ( page 49) and on "Children in The belt force limiters on the front seats are the vehicle" ( page 56). synchronised with the front airbags, which take on a part of the deceleration force. This can All other persons: the PASSENGER AIR BAG reduce the forces to which the vehicle occu- OFF indicator lamp must be off.
  • Page 47 Furthermore, an incor- rectly worn seat belt can cause additional Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use injuries, e.g. in the event of an accident, heavy seat belts that have been approved specifically braking or sudden changes of direction. There for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 48 Occupant safety arm or behind your back. If possible, adjust Adjust the seat ( page 106). the seat belt to the appropriate height. The seat backrest must be in an almost upright position. the lap belt is taut and passes across the lap as low down as possible Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt out- let.
  • Page 49 Occupant safety hold on to the seat belt tightly while it is adjust- It is also not possible to completely rule out a ing. risk of injury caused by an airbag due to the speed at which the airbag must be deployed. You can switch the seat belt adjustment on and off in the on-board computer ( page 231).
  • Page 50 Occupant safety If a child is travelling in your vehicle, also formed correctly to the doors or door panel- observe the following notes: ling, as well as damaged doors, can lead to the Always secure children under twelve years of function of the sensors being impaired.
  • Page 51 There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal. Use only seat covers which have been specif- ically approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 52 Occupant safety Windowbags case, always install a child restraint system on a suitable rear seat ( page 61). If it is absolutely necessary to install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, be sure to observe the correct positioning of the child restraint system.
  • Page 53 Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the into contact with the vehicle's interior, espe- front-passenger front airbag: cially if the person is sitting too close to the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60 sec- dashboard. This poses an increased risk of onds, then both indicator lamps are off injury or even fatal injury.
  • Page 54 BAG OFF indicator lamp can also go out after airbag deactivation system checked and the system self-test. This indicates that the repaired immediately at a qualified specialist front-passenger front airbag is enabled. The workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that result of the classification is dependent on,...
  • Page 55 Occupant safety you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this When the front-passenger seat is occupied, purpose. always ensure that: If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the the classification of the person in the front- seat cushion are damaged, have the necessary...
  • Page 56 Occupant safety If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is Further information can be found under "Prob- off, only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lems with the automatic front-passenger front lamp shows the status of the front-passenger airbag deactivation system" ( page 53).
  • Page 57 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the deployment can offer additional protection to vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop that provided by the seat belt after an accident.
  • Page 58 Occupant safety If the restraint system control unit detects a side ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant impact, the applicable components of the protection) restraint system are activated independently of each other. Introduction On vehicles with off-road comfort suspension, a side impact or vehicle overturn can be detected. ®...
  • Page 59 For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install WARNING the child restraint system on a rear seat. Chil- If the child restraint system is placed in direct dren are generally better protected there.
  • Page 60: Children In The Vehicle

    Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte- them. Only replace damaged covers with gen- rior and on the child restraint system. uine covers. It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems rec- WARNING ommended by Mercedes-Benz. Information...
  • Page 61 Children in the vehicle seat does not get trapped. Otherwise, the If the child weighs more than 22 kg, only use seat belt could be damaged. ISOFIX child restraint systems or i-Size child restraint systems with which the child is also secured with the vehicle seat belt.
  • Page 62 Children in the vehicle Top Tether Introduction Top Tether provides an additional connection between the child restraint system secured with ISOFIX or i-Size and the vehicle. It helps reduce the risk of injury even further. If the child restraint system is fitted with a Top Tether belt, this should always be used.
  • Page 63 For this reason, If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install goes out, the front-passenger front airbag is a child restraint system on a rear seat.
  • Page 64 Children in the vehicle Rearward-facing child restraint system For certain child restraint systems in weight cat- egories II or III, this can mean that the area of If it is absolutely necessary to fit a rearward- use is restricted. The maximum size setting of facing child restraint system on the front- the child restraint system may not be possible passenger seat, always make sure that the...
  • Page 65 Children in the vehicle Child restraint system on the front- The entire base of the child restraint system passenger seat – if it is absolutely necessary to must always rest on the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of a secure a child in a child restraint system on the forward-facing child restraint system must, as front-passenger seat:...
  • Page 66 Children in the vehicle Front-passenger seat Weight category Front-passenger Front-passenger front airbag enabled front airbag disabled up to 10 kg up to 13 kg 9 kg to 18 kg UF, L UF, L 15 kg to 25 kg UF, L UF, L 22 kg to 36 kg UF, L...
  • Page 67 Children in the vehicle Legend for the table: ISOFIX position that is not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this weight category and/or size category. IUF Suitable for forward-facing ISOFIX child restraint systems that belong to the "Universal" cat- egory and are approved for use in this weight category.
  • Page 68 60) and in "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system" ( page 61). You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Recommended child restraint systems for attaching with the vehicle seat belt...
  • Page 69 Children in the vehicle Weight categories Manufac- Type Approval number Order number turer (E1 ...) (A 000 ...) Category II/III: Britax Römer KIDFIX 04 301198 970 38 00 15 kg to 36 kg 970 59 00 between approx- Britax Römer KIDFIX XP 04 301304 970 61 00...
  • Page 70: Pets In The Vehicle

    Pets in the vehicle Override feature for the rear side win- WARNING dows If the child restraint system is placed in direct sunlight, the parts could become very hot. Children could be suffer burns by touching these parts, in particular on the metallic parts of the child restraint system.
  • Page 71 Driving safety systems The ! ABS warning lamp on the instrument Driving safety systems cluster lights up when the ignition is switched on. It goes out when the engine is running. Driving safety systems overview ABS works from a speed of about 8 km/h, In this section, you will find information about regardless of road-surface conditions.
  • Page 72: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems distance during off-road driving. This limits can be initiated in critical situations. If you apply steering capability. the brake yourself in a critical situation, Adap- tive Brake Assist supports you with situation- dependent braking assistance. BAS (Brake Assist System) Important safety notes General notes Detection of hazardous situations can be par-...
  • Page 73 Driving safety systems collision with the vehicle in front, you will be Brake immediately to increase the distance warned visually and audibly. from the vehicle in front. Important safety notes Take evasive action provided it is safe to do Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion for driving safety systems ( page 68).
  • Page 74 Driving safety systems Situation-dependent braking assis- WARNING tance Adaptive Brake Assist does not react: General information to people or animals to oncoming vehicles Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 68). to crossing traffic With the help of the radar sensor system, Adap- when cornering tive Brake Assist can detect obstacles that are in As a result, Adaptive Brake Assist may not...
  • Page 75 Driving safety systems brakes are applied again, the brake lamps light WARNING up continuously. The hazard warning lamps ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP is unable to switch off automatically if you travel faster than stabilise the vehicle. In addition, other driving 10 km/h.
  • Page 76 Driving safety systems ® Activating/deactivating ESP (except ® If you deactivate ESP Mercedes‑AMG vehicles) ® no longer improves driving stability engine torque is no longer limited and the Important safety notes drive wheels may start to spin Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- traction control is still activated tion ( page 68).
  • Page 77 Driving safety systems In the following situations, it may be better to ON ON message appears in the multifunction dis- activate SPORT handling mode or deactivate play. ® Characteristics when SPORT handling when snow chains are used mode is activated in deep snow If SPORT handling mode is activated and one or on sand or gravel...
  • Page 78 Driving safety systems ® Off-road ESP intervenes with a delay if there is WARNING oversteering or understeering, thus improving If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can traction. lock, e.g. under full braking. This increases the risk of skidding and an accident. ®...
  • Page 79 Protection against theft To stop the alarm with the key: press the Protection against theft % or & button on the key. Immobiliser The alarm stops. The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function being started without the correct key. or KEYLESS-GO: remove the Start/Stop but- To activate with the key: remove the key ton from the ignition lock (...
  • Page 80: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft the doors are closed To prevent a false alarm, deactivate tow-away protection if you lock your vehicle and it: the tailgate is closed Only then is tow-away protection activated. is being transported Lock the vehicle with the key or KEYLESS-GO. is being loaded onto a ferry or car transporter, Tow-away protection is primed after approx- for example...
  • Page 81 Protection against theft Deactivating Remove the key from the ignition lock. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function or KEYLESS-GO: switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door. Press button :. Indicator lamp ; flashes several times in rapid succession.
  • Page 82: Key

    Otherwise, the key may not be detected, e.g. when starting the engine using the Start/Stop button. Important safety notes United Kingdom only: WARNING WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, When the double locks are activated, the they could: doors can no longer be opened from the open doors, thereby endangering other per- inside.
  • Page 83 If you do not open the vehicle within approx- must be outside the vehicle. When locking or imately 40 seconds of unlocking: unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, the distance between the key and the corresponding door the vehicle locks again handle must not be greater than one metre. protection against theft is reactivated A check that periodically establishes a radio To lock: press the &...
  • Page 84 Deactivating and activating The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol- lows: If you do not intend to use the vehicle for an To unlock the driver's door: touch the inner extended period of time, you can deactivate surface of the door handle on the driver's KEYLESS-GO.
  • Page 85 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the battery replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Push release catch : in the direction of the...
  • Page 86 Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until battery = falls out. Insert the new battery with the positive ter- minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contamination. Insert the front tabs of battery tray cover : and then press to close it.
  • Page 87 Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You can no longer lock or The key battery is weak or discharged. unlock the vehicle using Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function: the key. try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control func- tion of the key.
  • Page 88 Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is a fault with KEYLESS-GO. Lock or unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the key. Have the vehicle and key checked at a qualified specialist work- shop. If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked even using the remote control function: Unlock ( page 88) or lock (...
  • Page 89 Doors be opened from the inside after the vehicle has Doors been locked from the outside. You can open the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not Important safety notes secured by the child-proof locks ( page 67). WARNING The anti-theft alarm system is triggered if the door is opened from the inside.
  • Page 90: Doors

    Doors If the vehicle has been locked from the outside, When a locked door is opened from inside the the double lock function is activated as stand- vehicle, the previous unlocking process will be ard. It is then not possible to open the doors observed if the vehicle has been: from inside the vehicle.
  • Page 91 Doors To deactivate: press and hold button : for On right-hand-drive vehicles, turn the emer- gency key element clockwise. approximately five seconds until a tone The door is unlocked. sounds. Turn the emergency key element back and To activate: press and hold button ; for remove it.
  • Page 92: Luggage Compartment

    Luggage compartment If you lock the vehicle as described above, loads against slipping or tipping before the the fuel filler flap is not locked. The anti-theft journey. alarm system is not primed. The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened.
  • Page 93 Luggage compartment Closing In these situations in particular, the reversing function cannot prevent someone being trap- ped. There is a risk of injury. When closing, make sure that no body parts are in the closing area. If someone is trapped: press the F button on the key or pull or press the remote operating switch on the driver's door or...
  • Page 94 Luggage compartment You will find details on the tailgate opening HANDS-FREE ACCESS dimensions in the "Vehicle data" section page 358). Important safety notes WARNING Opening automatically The vehicle exhaust system can become very You can open the tailgate automatically using hot.
  • Page 95 Luggage compartment Operation Always ensure that you only make a kicking movement within the detection range of sen- To open/close: kick into sensor detection sors :. range : under the bumper with your foot. Stand at least 30 cm away from the rear area Two warning tones sound while the tailgate is while doing so.
  • Page 96 Luggage compartment To open: pull remote operating switch : for the closing area or may enter the closing area the tailgate until the tailgate opens. during the closing process. There is a risk of To close: turn the key to position 1 or 2 in injury.
  • Page 97 Boot Emergency release Boot General notes Important safety notes The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear WARNING when opened. Therefore, make sure that Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust there is sufficient clearance above and behind gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust the tailgate.
  • Page 98: Boot

    Boot Opening automatically Opening/closing from outside You can open the boot lid automatically using Opening the key or the handle on the boot lid. Press and hold the F button on the key until the boot lid opens. If the boot lid is unlocked, pull the boot lid handle and release it again immediately.
  • Page 99 Boot Operation to the rear of the vehicle. You could otherwise lose your balance, e.g. on ice. To open/close: kick into sensor detection Always ensure that you only make a kicking range : under the bumper with your foot. movement within the detection range of sen- Two warning tones sound while the tailgate is sors :.
  • Page 100: Side Windows

    Side windows Opening Opening You can open the boot lid from the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary and unlocked. Fold the rear seat backrest forwards page 292). Take the emergency key element out of the To open: pull remote operating switch : for key ( page 82).
  • Page 101 Side windows WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury. Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehi- cle.
  • Page 102 Side windows Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, the KEYLESS- The key can also be used to carry out the fol- GO start function, Exclusive package or lowing functions simultaneously: AMG Exclusive package: at the same time you unlock the vehicle can: open the side windows lock the vehicle open the panorama sliding sunroof and the close the side windows...
  • Page 103 Side windows To interrupt convenience closing: release recessed sensor surface : on the door han- dle. Resetting the side windows If a side window can no longer be closed fully, you must reset it. Close all doors. Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 144).
  • Page 104 Panorama sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions A side window cannot be Remove the objects. closed because it is Close the side window. blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. A side window cannot be If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again closed and you cannot slightly:...
  • Page 105 In order to allow ventilation of the vehicle interior, you can raise the sliding sunroof. If contact is made with a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding sunroof lowers slightly but remains raised at the rear.
  • Page 106: Panorama Sliding Sunroof

    Panorama sliding sunroof Rain-closing feature when the engine is Operating the roller sunblind for the switched off panorama sliding sunroof The rain-closing feature is only available for vehi- Important safety notes cles with a rain sensor. When the key is in position g in the ignition WARNING lock or is removed, the panorama sliding sun- Parts of the body could become trapped...
  • Page 107 Panorama sliding sunroof Resetting the panorama sliding sunroof If someone is trapped: or the roller sunblind release the switch immediately or press the switch in any direction during the automatic closing process The closing process is stopped. Opening and closing Reset the panorama sliding sunroof or the roller sunblind if the panorama sliding sunroof or the roller sunblind does not move smoothly.
  • Page 108 Panorama sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The panorama sliding If the panorama sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and sunroof cannot be reopens again slightly: closed and you cannot Immediately after it blocks, pull the 3 switch down again to the see the cause.
  • Page 109: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Seats you have a good overview of traffic conditions Correct driver's seat position the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body and must be routed across the centre of your WARNING shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic You could lose control of the vehicle while area driving if you:...
  • Page 110 Seats seats should only be occupied by passen- WARNING gers, if possible. If the driver's seat is not correctly engaged, it when the seat heating is in operation, do could unexpectedly move while driving. This not cover the seats with insulating materi- could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
  • Page 111 Seats Vehicles with the seating comfort pack- Adjusting the seats electrically Seat height Seat cushion angle Seat fore-and-aft adjustment: Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Lift handle : and slide the seat forwards or Backrest angle rearwards. You can store the seat settings using the Release lever : again.
  • Page 112 Seats Adjust the head restraint fore-and-aft position This function allows you to adjust the distance so that it is as close as possible to the back of between the head restraint and the back of the your head. head. To move forwards: pull the head restraint General notes forwards in the direction of the arrow until it engages.
  • Page 113 Seats AMG Performance Seat Vehicles with electrically adjustable seats: to adjust the contour of the seat and for improved lateral support, you can individually adjust the front seats. Fold the seat backrest slightly forwards in order to remove the head restraint page 292).
  • Page 114: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes. The system automatically switches off approx- imately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1. Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 144).
  • Page 115 Mirrors Exterior mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Release lever To adjust the steering wheel height Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- To adjust the steering wheel position (fore-...
  • Page 116: Mirrors

    Mirrors mirror using button = as long as the indicator Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock lamp is lit. page 144). Press button = up, down, or to the right or Briefly press button :. left until you have adjusted the exterior mirror to the correct position.
  • Page 117 Mirrors If you come into contact with the electrolyte, observe the following: Rinse off the electrolyte from your skin immediately with water. Immediately rinse the electrolyte out of your eyes thoroughly with clean water. If the electrolyte is swallowed, immediately rinse your mouth out thoroughly.
  • Page 118: Memory Function

    Memory function Memory function Important safety notes WARNING If you use the memory function on the driver's side while driving, the adjustments could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Only use the memory function on the driver's side while the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 119 General notes 4 Ã Automatic headlamp mode, controlled by the light sensor For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Dipped-beam/main-beam headlamps mends that you drive with lights switched on Rear foglamp even during the daytime. In some countries,...
  • Page 120: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting The daytime driving lights improve the visibility Press the R button. of your vehicle during the day. Here, the daytime The yellow R indicator lamp in the instru- driving lights function must be switched on via ment cluster lights up. the on-board computer ( page 229).
  • Page 121 Exterior lighting Vehicles with Adaptive Highbeam Assist: Driver's seat, front-passenger seat and rear when Adaptive Highbeam Assist is active, it seats occupied, luggage compartment controls activation and deactivation of the laden main-beam headlamps ( page 118). Driver's and front-passenger seat occupied To switch on the headlamp flasher: pull the and maximum permissible rear axle load uti- combination switch in the direction of...
  • Page 122: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting lamps from main beam to dipped beam. Once indicator lamp in the multifunction display the system no longer detects any other vehicles, lights up. it switches on the main-beam headlamps again. If you are driving at speeds above approx- The system's optical sensor is located behind imately 30 km/h and no other road users are the windscreen near the overhead control...
  • Page 123 Replacing bulbs The colour and brightness for the ambient light- | Switches the front interior lighting/ ing may be set via the multimedia system; see automatic interior lighting control off the separate operating instructions. p Switches the right-hand front reading lamp on or off Automatic interior lighting control Switches the automatic interior lighting con-...
  • Page 124: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Protect bulbs from moisture during operation. Do not allow bulbs to come into contact with liquids. Replace only the bulbs listed ( page 121). Have the bulbs that you cannot change yourself replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. If you require assistance replacing bulbs, con- sult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 125 Replacing bulbs Dipped-beam headlamps (halogen Insert the new bulb and engage it to the stop. headlamps) Press on housing cover : and turn it to the right. Turn signal lamp (halogen headlamps) Remove the cover in the front wheel arch page 121).
  • Page 126 Replacing bulbs To open: turn release knob : anti-clockwise and remove side trim panel ;. To close: insert side trim panel ; and turn release knob : clockwise. Tail lamps Remove screws = using a screwdriver. Remove the bulb holder from the tail lamp. Right-hand side trim panel You must open the side trim panel in the luggage compartment before you can replace the bulbs...
  • Page 127 Windscreen wipers windscreen wiper blades or scratch the wind- Windscreen wipers screen. Switching the windscreen wipers on/ For this reason, you should always switch off the windscreen wipers in dry weather. Vehicles with a rain sensor: in the Ä or Å Do not operate the windscreen wipers when position, the appropriate wiping frequency is the windscreen is dry, as this could damage...
  • Page 128: Windscreen Wipers

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Remove the wiper blade in the direction of arrow ? away from the wiper arm.
  • Page 129 Windscreen wipers Replacing the rear window wiper blade Removing a wiper blade Slide catch ; in the direction of arrow = until it engages in the locking position with a noticeable click. Make sure that the wiper blade sits correctly. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEY- Fold the wiper arm back onto the windscreen.
  • Page 130 Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windscreen wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing windscreen wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the key from the ignition lock.
  • Page 131 Overview of climate control systems up the cooling process and the desired inte- Overview of climate control systems rior temperature will be reached more quickly. General notes The integrated filter filters out most parti- Observe the settings recommended on the fol- cles of dust and soot and completely filters lowing pages.
  • Page 132: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for air-conditioning system To set the temperature ( page 133) To demist the windscreen ( page 134) To set the air distribution ( page 133) To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode ( page 135) To set the airflow ( page 134) To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 132)
  • Page 133 Overview of climate control systems appears for approximately three seconds at Depending on the configuration, the climate set- the bottom of the screen in the multimedia tings can also be influenced in drive program I. system display; see separate operating If you have selected drive program C or S, the instructions.
  • Page 134 Operating the climate control systems To switch the rear window heating on/off ( page 135) To switch the ZONE function on/off ( page 134) If you have selected drive program E: Information on operating THERMOTRONIC automatic climate when heating, the electrical heater booster is control deactivated and in the warming-up phase heat output is reduced...
  • Page 135 Operating the climate control systems THERMOTRONIC automatic climate not be cooled during warm weather. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. control The windows can mist up more quickly. There- Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock fore, only deactivate the "Cooling with air dehu- page 144).
  • Page 136: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Setting climate control to automatic Setting the air distribution mode Air-conditioning system Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock page 144). Air distribution settings Set the desired temperature. ¯ Directs the airflow through the demister To activate: press the Ã...
  • Page 137 Operating the climate control systems Regardless of the air distribution setting, Demisting the windscreen airflow is always directed through the side air General notes vents. The side air vents can only be closed if the adjusters are turned clockwise until they You can use this function to defrost the wind- engage.
  • Page 138 Operating the climate control systems Windows misted up on the outside Air-conditioning system: turn temperature Activate the windscreen wipers. control : anti-clockwise or clockwise Set the air distribution to P or O. page 129). You should only select this setting until the THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control: windscreen is clear again.
  • Page 139 Operating the climate control systems Switching on/off between the side window and window frame. There is a risk of injury. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock page 144). When opening, make sure that nobody is To activate: press the e button. touching the side window.
  • Page 140 Operating the climate control systems If you open the side windows or the pano- Auxiliary heating rama sliding sunroof manually after closing Important safety notes with the convenience closing feature, they will remain in this position when opened using the convenience opening feature. DANGER If the exhaust pipe is blocked or sufficient ventilation is not possible, toxic exhaust...
  • Page 141 Operating the climate control systems Switching the auxiliary heating/venti- Switch the auxiliary heating on regularly – once a month – for about ten minutes. lation on or off using the button on the The auxiliary heating timer function calculates centre console the switch-on time according to the outside temperature so that the vehicle is preheated by General notes...
  • Page 142 Operating the climate control systems the remote control being in an unfavourable The auxiliary ventilation is position in relation to the vehicle activated. The number on transmitting from an enclosed space the display shows the If the remote control battery is low, the battery remaining time (in symbol on the left of the display is shown as minutes) for the auxiliary...
  • Page 143 Operating the climate control systems time and at an unsuitable location. When setting Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If the departure time, observe the important a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention safety notes ( page 137). immediately.
  • Page 144: Air Vents

    Air vents Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions FAIL¨ The signal transmission between the transmitter and the vehicle is faulty. Change your position in relation to the vehicle, moving closer if necessary. Make another attempt to switch the auxiliary heating/ventilation on or off using the remote control.
  • Page 145 Air vents Adjusting the air vents Side window demister vent Side air vent Side air vent open Side air vent closed To open a side air vent: turn the adjuster in side air vent ; anti-clockwise to position 3. To close a side air vent: turn the adjuster in side air vent ;...
  • Page 146: Running-In Notes

    Driving Running-in notes Driving Important safety notes Important safety notes In certain driving and driving safety systems, the WARNING sensors adjust automatically while a certain dis- Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict tance is being driven after the vehicle has been the clearance around the pedals or block a delivered or after repairs.
  • Page 147 Driving Start/Stop button Do not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary. Drive off immediately. Avoid General notes high engine speeds and driving at full throttle until the engine has reached its operating Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with temperature.
  • Page 148 Driving If you lock the vehicle centrally using the button Removing the Start/Stop button on the front door ( page 87), you can continue You can remove the Start/Stop button from the to start the engine with the Start/Stop button. ignition lock and start the vehicle as normal You can switch off the engine while the vehicle is using the key.
  • Page 149 Driving Starting procedure using the key WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust To start the engine using the key instead of the Start/Stop button, pull the Start/Stop button gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling out of the ignition lock. these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There To start a diesel engine: turn the key to is a risk of fatal injury.
  • Page 150 Driving Pulling away with a trailer position D or R, the vehicle may accelerate suddenly. There is a risk of an accident. When engaging transmission position D or R, always keep the brake pedal firmly depressed and do not depress the accelerator pedal at the same time.
  • Page 151 Driving Hill start assist is not active if: switches the engine off automatically if the vehi- cle stops moving. you are pulling away on a level road or a If the ECO start/stop function has been man- downhill gradient ually switched off ( page 149) or a malfunction the transmission is in position i on vehicles has caused the system to be switched off, the...
  • Page 152 Driving Vehicles with manual transmission Vehicles with manual transmission Only engage gear when the clutch pedal is depressed. The engine is started automatically if you: depress the clutch pedal fully depress the accelerator pedal Vehicles with automatic transmission The engine is started automatically if you: The ECO start/stop function switches off the engine automatically at low speeds.
  • Page 153 Driving tion display. If this is the case, the ECO start/ quietest setting is activated when the engine is stop function is not available. next started. If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction.
  • Page 154: Dynamic Select Button (All Vehicles Except Mercedes-Amg Vehicles)

    DYNAMIC SELECT button (all vehicles except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak or start. You cannot hear discharged. the starter motor. Jump-start the vehicle ( page 325).
  • Page 155: Dynamic Select Controller (Mercedes-Amg Vehicles)

    DYNAMIC SELECT controller (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) DYNAMIC SELECT controller (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Use the DYNAMIC SELECT controller to change the drive program. Depending on the drive pro- gram selected, the following vehicle character- istics will change: the drive the transmission management ® the suspension (vehicles with AMG RIDE Press DYNAMIC SELECT controller : as CONTROL)
  • Page 156: Manual Transmission

    Manual transmission S+ Sport Plus Particularly sporty trans- mission settings RACE Maximum sportiness and engine and transmission settings suitable for the racetrack Additional information on drive programs page 159). You can also change gear yourself using the steering wheel gearshift paddles. Further infor- Reverse gear mation on manual gearshifting ( page 161).
  • Page 157: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Offroad drive program Gearshift recommendation The Offroad drive program is characterised by the following: the vehicle exhibits optimised driving charac- teristics for easily negotiable off-road terrain. Drive program E (Economy) Drive program E is characterised by the follow- The gearshift recommendation assists you in ing: adopting a fuel-efficient driving style.
  • Page 158 Automatic transmission away carefully to check whether the desired DIRECT SELECT lever transmission position is engaged. Ideally, you should select transmission position h and Overview of transmission positions drive program E or S. Engaging park position P If the engine speed is too high or the vehicle is coasting, do not shift the automatic trans- mission directly from h to k, from k to h or directly to j.
  • Page 159 Automatic transmission Engaging reverse gear R from the ignition, the automatic transmission shifts to j automatically. Only move the automatic transmission to With the Start/Stop button: if you then open k when the vehicle is stationary. the driver's door or the front-passenger door, Depress the brake pedal and keep it the automatic transmission shifts to j auto- matically.
  • Page 160 Automatic transmission Neutral Transmission positions Drive Park position Transmission position and drive pro- This safeguards the vehicle against rolling away when stopped. gram display Only shift the transmission to posi- The current transmission position and drive pro- tion j when the vehicle is station- gram appear on the multifunction display.
  • Page 161 Automatic transmission Holding the vehicle stationary on uphill Neutral gradients Do not shift the transmission to i while driving. The automatic trans- WARNING mission could otherwise be dam- If the clutch overheats, the electronic man- aged. agement system is automatically deactivated. No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels.
  • Page 162 Automatic transmission For further information on kickdown in manual Drive programs drive program M ( page 163). All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Gliding mode (diesel engines only) Gliding mode is characterised by the following: Drive program C (Comfort) the combustion engine is disconnected from Drive program C is characterised by the follow- the drive train ing:...
  • Page 163 Automatic transmission Offroad drive program the suspension (vehicles with AMG RIDE CONTROL) The Offroad drive program is characterised by ® the following: Information on configuring drive program I with the vehicle exhibits optimised driving charac- the multimedia system can be found in the Dig- teristics for easily negotiable off-road terrain.
  • Page 164 Automatic transmission Temporary setting gliding mode is not available. the ECO start/stop function is not available. Drive program RACE (vehicles with AMG RIDE CONTROL) Drive program RACE is characterised by the fol- lowing: the vehicle exhibits driving characteristics suitable for the racetrack. all vehicle systems are set for maximum sportiness.
  • Page 165 Automatic transmission To activate: shift the selector lever to h. matic transmission protects against engine damage by not shifting down. Press the : button. To deactivate: press button :. Gearshift recommendation If position D (automatic transmission) is selected for the transmission in drive pro- gram I: shift to drive program I with the DYNAMIC SELECT controller.
  • Page 166: Refuelling

    Refuelling Kickdown If you apply full throttle, the automatic trans- mission shifts up to the next gear when the For maximum acceleration, depress the maximum engine speed is reached. This pre- accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. vents the engine from overrevving. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower Mercedes-AMG vehicles: it is only possible to gear depending on the engine speed.
  • Page 167 Refuelling Refuelling Always touch the vehicle body before opening the fuel filler flap or touching the fuel pump General information nozzle. This discharges any electrostatic charge that may have built up. Observe the important safety notes page 163). WARNING The fuel filler flap is unlocked/locked automat- ically when you unlock/lock the vehicle with the Vehicles with a diesel engine: key.
  • Page 168 Refuelling Closing the fuel filler flap Vehicles with a diesel engine: the filler neck is designed for refuelling at diesel filling pumps. Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops clockwise until it engages audibly.
  • Page 169 Parking Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The key battery is weak or discharged. Unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element ( page 88). The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is jammed. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. on vehicles with automatic transmission, the Parking transmission must be in position j and the...
  • Page 170: Parking

    Parking Automatic transmission Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Apply the electric parking brake. Engage neutral i. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- Release the brake pedal. cles): shift the transmission to position j. Release the electric parking brake. Switch off the ignition and leave the key in the ignition lock.
  • Page 171 Parking Applying or releasing manually In addition, at least one of the following condi- tions must be fulfilled: the engine is switched off the driver is not wearing a seat belt and the driver's door is opened there is a system malfunction the power supply is insufficient the vehicle is stationary for a lengthy period The red ! indicator lamp on the instrument...
  • Page 172: Driving Tips

    Driving tips If your seat belt is not fastened, the following Driving tips conditions must be fulfilled for the electric park- ing brake to be released automatically: General notes the driver's door is closed Important safety notes you are shifting from transmission position j or have previously driven at speeds WARNING greater than 3 km/h...
  • Page 173 Driving tips At the beginning of the journey, the three outer Constant areas are empty and fill up as a result of eco- Additional range achieved nomical driving. A higher level indicates a more Range ? is shown under Bonus from start Bonus from start economical driving style.
  • Page 174 Brake pads/linings which have not been approved for If heavy demands are made on the brakes, do Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not of an not park the vehicle immediately. Drive on for a equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's short while.
  • Page 175 Driving tips Driving on wet roads such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle Aquaplaning becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of fatal injury. If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface, there is a danger of aquaplan- If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating ing occurring, even if:...
  • Page 176 Driving tips stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten- Off-road driving tion to road and traffic conditions. In such cases, consult a qualified specialist work- Important safety notes shop. WARNING The vehicle is only designed for easily negotiable off-road terrain and poor road surfaces. If you drive on a steep incline at an angle or When driving off-road, substances such as sand, turn on a steep incline, the vehicle could slip...
  • Page 177 Driving tips Observe the following notes: Replace dented or damaged wheels. Wheels: dented or bent wheels can lead to a Stop the vehicle before driving off-road. If loss of tyre pressure and damage to the tyre necessary, activate the off-road program bead.
  • Page 178 Driving tips Driving on sand Observe the warnings for off-road driving page 173). Observe the following rules when driving on Follow the line of fall when driving on slopes sand: and steep inclines. Activate the off-road program ( page 151). Before driving on extreme uphill and extreme Avoid high engine speeds.
  • Page 179 Driving systems Driving downhill The speed indicated in the speedometer may differ slightly from the speed stored. Drive slowly. Do not drive at an angle down steep inclines. Important safety notes Steer into the line of fall and drive with the front wheels aligned straight forwards.
  • Page 180: Driving Systems

    Driving systems The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise control Vehicles with manual transmission: lever indicates which system you have selected: always drive at adequate, but not exces- LIM indicator lamp off: cruise control is sive, engine speeds. selected change gear in good time. LIM indicator lamp on: variable limiter is if possible, do not change down several selected...
  • Page 181 Driving systems Press the cruise control lever up : for a You must select a lower gear in good time on higher speed or down ; for a lower speed. long and steep downhill gradients, especially if the vehicle is laden or towing a trailer. For vehi- Cruise control is not deactivated if you cles with automatic transmission, you need to depress the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 182 Driving systems Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards To activate or reduce speed you =. To switch between cruise control and the variable speed limiter Setting a speed To switch off the speed limiter To adjust the set speed in 10 km/h incre- With the cruise control lever, you can operate ments: briefly press the cruise control lever cruise control or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC and...
  • Page 183 Driving systems Cruise control or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is Shift to a lower gear in good time on long and selected. steep downhill gradients. Take particular note of this when driving a laden vehicle. By doing so, Vehicles with manual transmission: the lim- you will make use of the braking effect of the iter switches off if you shift to a higher gear and engine.
  • Page 184 Driving systems This speed can: with a visual and acoustic warning. There is a be too high for a filter lane or a slip road risk of an accident. be so high on the right lane that you pass Apply the brakes yourself in these situations vehicles driving in the left lane and try to take evasive action.
  • Page 185 Driving systems If it is off, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is already front will then not be maintained. The position selected. of the accelerator pedal will determine the speed. If it is not, press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow B. You can also activate Distance Pilot DISTRONIC LIM indicator lamp = in the cruise control when stationary.
  • Page 186 Driving systems If there is no vehicle in front, Distance Pilot Depending on the specified minimum dis- DISTRONIC operates in the same way as cruise tance, your vehicle will come to a standstill at control. a sufficient distance behind the vehicle in front.
  • Page 187 Driving systems Deactivating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC last speed stored after you have finished over- taking. Setting the specified minimum distance You can set the specified minimum distance for Distance Pilot DISTRONIC by varying the time span between one and two seconds. With this function, you can set the minimum distance that Distance Pilot DISTRONIC maintains to the vehi- cle in front, dependent on the vehicle speed.
  • Page 188 Driving systems If Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is deactivated auto- matically, you will hear a warning tone. The Distance Pilot off Distance Pilot off message will appear in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds. Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is also automatically deactivated when you activate DSR.
  • Page 189 Driving systems Tips for driving with Distance Pilot The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal. DISTRONIC The braking effect is cancelled and the HOLD General notes function deactivated when you depress the accelerator pedal to pull away. Pay particular attention in the following traffic situations: Important safety notes...
  • Page 190 Driving systems Activating the HOLD function The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if the HOLD function is activated, the vehicle is stationary and: a system fault occurs the power supply is insufficient Vehicles with manual transmission The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if the HOLD function is activated Make sure that the activation conditions are and:...
  • Page 191 Driving systems Start-off assist enables optimum acceleration is an increased risk of skidding and having an from a standstill. For this, a suitably high-grip accident. Make sure that no persons, animals road surface is required; the tyres and vehicle or obstacles are within range of the vehicle. must also be in good condition.
  • Page 192 Driving systems To cancel: pull the left steering wheel gear- The damping is adjusted individually to each wheel and depends on: shift paddle ( page 161). your driving style, e.g. sporty To confirm: pull the right steering wheel the road surface condition, e.g. bumps gearshift paddle ( page 161).
  • Page 193 If the speed driven and the set speed deviate This may damage the differential. Damage of and you activate DSR on a slippery road sur- this sort is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz face, the wheels may lose traction. This implied warranty. All wheels must remain increases the risk of skidding and having an either on the ground or be fully raised.
  • Page 194 Driving systems Changing the set speed while the vehi- Activating DSR cle is in motion Press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. The status indicator in the multifunction dis- play shows, e.g. DSR 6 km/h DSR 6 km/h. If the vehicle speed is too high, the DSR symbol appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 195 Driving systems Selecting Comfort mode In the Comfort drive program, the driving char- acteristics of your vehicle are more comforta- ble. Select this drive program if you prefer a more comfortable driving style. Also select the Comfort drive program when driving fast on straight roads, e.g.
  • Page 196 Driving systems Activating the driving dynamics display Parking Assist PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain. Fold in the ball coupling if the trailer tow hitch is not required. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC measures the minimum detec- tion range to an obstacle from the bumper, not the ball coupling.
  • Page 197 Driving systems Warning displays Range Segments on the left-hand side of the vehi- Segments on the right-hand side of the vehi- Segments showing operational readiness The warning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle. The warning display for the front area is located on Front sensors detection range the dashboard above the centre air vents.
  • Page 198 Driving systems Activating/deactivating Parking Assist Automatic transmission: PARKTRONIC Transmission posi- Warning display tion Front area activated k, i or the vehicle Rear and front areas is rolling backwards activated No areas activated One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehi- cle's distance from the obstacle.
  • Page 199 Driving systems parking spaces that are partially occupied by Parking Pilot trailer drawbars might not be identified as such or be measured incorrectly General notes snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Parking Pilot is an electronic parking aid with space being measured inaccurately ultrasound.
  • Page 200 Driving systems Parking Pilot does not assist you parking in parallel to the direction of travel and at least spaces parallel or at right angles to the direction 1.0 m longer than your vehicle of travel if: at right angles to the direction of travel and at least 1.0 m wider than your vehicle the parking space is on a kerb the system reads the parking space as being...
  • Page 201 Driving systems the vehicle is parking. You are responsible for Vehicles with manual transmission: shift braking in good time. to first gear while the vehicle is stationary. Parking Pilot steers immediately in the other Stop the vehicle when the parking symbol direction.
  • Page 202 Driving systems To exit a parking space using Parking onto the kerb. If necessary, you should cancel the parking procedure with Parking Pilot. Pilot: press the a button on the multi- function steering wheel. You can also preselect transmission position Parking Pilot active Accelerate Parking Pilot active Accelerate h.
  • Page 203 Driving systems Cancelling Parking Pilot vehicle with guide lines in the multimedia sys- tem display. Stop the movement of the multifunction The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a steering wheel or steer yourself. mirror image, as in the rear-view mirror. Parking Pilot is cancelled at once.
  • Page 204 Driving systems Activating/deactivating the reversing the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch camera the rear section of an HGV a slanted post Use the guidelines only for orientation. Approach objects no further than the bottom- most guideline. To activate: make sure that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 205 Driving systems Make sure that the reversing camera is switched on ( page 201). The lane and the guide lines are shown. With the help of white guide line :, check whether the vehicle will fit into the parking space. Using white guide line : as a guide, carefully reverse until you reach the end position.
  • Page 206 Driving systems Reverse carefully until you have reached the end position. Red guide line : is then at the end of parking space =. The vehicle is almost parallel in the parking space. "Coupling up a trailer" function Yellow guide line for the vehicle width including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic) Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in...
  • Page 207 Driving systems Select symbol ? using the controller. instance when parking or at exits with reduced The "Coupling up a trailer" function is selec- visibility. ted. The distance specifications now apply You can show pictures from the 360° camera in only to objects that are at the same level as full-screen mode or in seven different split- the ball coupling.
  • Page 208 Driving systems Activating the 360° camera using the under the front bumper SYS button very close to the front bumper very close to the rear bumper Press the W button for longer than 2 sec- under the rear bumper onds; see the separate COMAND Online oper- in the area immediately above the recessed ating instructions.
  • Page 209 Driving systems Information in the Digital Owner's Man- if the time has been set incorrectly in active driving situations, such as when you change lanes or change your speed In the Digital Owner's Manual, you will find infor- ATTENTION ASSIST is reset and starts assessing mation on the following topics: your tiredness again when you continue your Displays in the COMAND display...
  • Page 210 Driving systems Sensitive Sensitive selected: the sensitivity is set Traffic Sign Assist higher. The attention level detected by ATTEN- TION ASSIST is adapted accordingly and the General notes driver is warned earlier. When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the é symbol appears in the multifunction dis- play in the assistance graphic display.
  • Page 211 Driving systems If Traffic Sign Assist is unable to determine a assistance graphic even when the display has maximum permitted speed from any of the avail- been deactivated. able sources, no speed limit is displayed in the Activate the Traffic Sign Assist display using instrument cluster either.
  • Page 212 Driving systems No entry (wrong-way warning) As a result, Blind Spot Assist cannot warn drivers in these situations. There is a risk of an accident. Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- uation and maintain a safe distance at the side of the vehicle.
  • Page 213 Driving systems Due to the nature of the system: the flashing of red warning lamp :. There are no further warning tones. warnings may be issued in error when driving close to crash barriers or similar solid boun- Activating Blind Spot Assist daries Make sure that Blind Spot Assist is activated warnings may be interrupted when you are...
  • Page 214 Driving systems the road and can warn you before you leave your the windscreen is dirty, misted up, damaged lane unintentionally. or covered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity of the camera This function is available in a speed range between 60 km/h and 200 km/h.
  • Page 215 Towing a trailer The warning vibration occurs earlier in the fol- Exceeding the maximum permissible nose- lowing situations if: weight of the trailer drawbar on the ball coupling may cause damage to the following: you approach the outer lane marking on a bend your vehicle the road has very wide lanes, e.g.
  • Page 216: Towing A Trailer

    The vehicle/trailer combination: permitted speed is. Observe the legally prescri- bed maximum speed in the relevant country. is heavier For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- is restricted in its acceleration and gradient- mum permissible rear axle load is increased climbing capability when towing a trailer.
  • Page 217 Towing a trailer Driving tips Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle in front than when driving without a trailer. Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake gen- tly at first to allow the trailer to run on. Then, increase the braking force rapidly. The values given for gradient-climbing capa- bilities from a standstill refer to sea level.
  • Page 218 Towing a trailer The multifunction display shows the Check Check Coupling up a trailer trailer hitch lock trailer hitch lock display message until Make sure that the transmission is in position the ball coupling is engaged. Remove the protective cap from the ball cou- Apply the electric parking brake.
  • Page 219 Towing a trailer You cannot charge a trailer battery using the power supply. When it leaves the factory, your vehicle's trailer socket is equipped with a permanent power supply and a power supply that is switched on via the ignition lock. The permanent power supply is supplied via trailer socket pin 9.
  • Page 220: Important Safety Notes

    Displays and operation The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the dis- Important safety notes plays and the controls in the vehicle interior can be adjusted using the brightness control knob. WARNING The brightness control knob is located on the If you operate information and communica- bottom left of the instrument cluster page 34).
  • Page 221 Displays and operation The outside temperature display is in the multi- Allow an overheating engine to cool down function display ( page 220). before opening the bonnet. If there is a fire in There is a short delay before a change in outside the engine compartment, leave the bonnet temperature appears in the multifunction dis- closed and notify the fire brigade.
  • Page 222 Displays and operation Left control panel Calls up the menu and menu bar Press briefly: Scrolls through lists Selects a submenu or function In the Audio Audio menu: selects the previous or next station, when the preset list or station list is active, or an audio track or video scene In the (telephone) menu: switches to the phone book and selects a name or telephone number...
  • Page 223 Menus and submenus Rejecting or ending a call Exits the telephone book/redial memory Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial memory The following messages may appear in the Multifunction display multifunction display: Z Gearshift recommendation for manual transmission ( page 154) or for automatic transmission (manual gearshifting) page 161)
  • Page 224 Menus and submenus ECO display Trip menu The ECO display is not available in Mercedes- Standard display AMG vehicles. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip Trip menu. Press the 9 or : button to select DISPLAY DISPLAY.
  • Page 225 Menus and submenus Digital speedometer Navigation menu Displaying navigation instructions In the Navi Navi menu, the multifunction display shows the navigation instructions. You can find further information on navigation in the separate multimedia system operating instructions. Switch on the multimedia system; see the Press the = or ;...
  • Page 226 Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Change of direction without lane recom- mendation tion system Road to which the change of direction leads The navigation system displays additional infor- Distance to change of direction and visual mation and the vehicle status. distance display Possible displays: Change-of-direction symbol...
  • Page 227 Menus and submenus Video DVD operation To select a preset list or station list: press and briefly hold the 9 or : button until the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown. To select a station: briefly press 9 or :.
  • Page 228 You can obtain further information about suitable mobile phones and connecting If you do not want to make the call: press ® mobile phones via Bluetooth the ~ or % button. at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre on the Internet at http://www.mercedes- benz.com/connect...
  • Page 229 Menus and submenus Redialling Showing the assistance graphic The on-board computer saves the last names or numbers dialled in the redial memory. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 6 button to switch to the redial memory.
  • Page 230: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Brake Press a to confirm. The current selection appears. Assist To activate/deactivate the message func- Press the = or ; button on the steering tion: press a again. wheel to select the Assist. Assist. menu. Further information about Traffic Sign Assist Press the 9 or : button to select page 207).
  • Page 231 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Lane Keeping Instrument cluster Assist Selecting the unit of measurement for dis- Press the = or ; button on the steering tance wheel to select the Assist. Assist. menu. Display unit Speed-/odometer: Display unit Speed-/odometer: func- Press the 9 or : button to select tion allows you to choose whether certain dis- Lane Keeping Assist...
  • Page 232 Menus and submenus Selecting permanent display Press a to confirm. Press : or 9 to select the Limit Limit United Kingdom: this function is unavailable. speed (winter tyres): speed (winter tyres): function. Permanent display: Permanent display: function allows you You will see the current setting. to choose whether the multifunction display Press a to confirm.
  • Page 233 Menus and submenus Heating In the Heating Heating submenu, you can select a stored departure time or change a departure time. Auxiliary heating departure time The auxiliary heating timer function calculates DANGER the switch-on time according to the outside If the exhaust pipe is blocked or sufficient temperature so that the vehicle is preheated by ventilation is not possible, toxic exhaust the departure time.
  • Page 234 Menus and submenus Resetting to factory settings Press the : or 9 button to set the selected display. Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the a button to store the entry. wheel to select the Settings Settings menu.
  • Page 235 Menus and submenus ture ? and B are displayed in white in the The RACE TIMER is intended only for use on a multifunction display. designated race track. Do not use the function on public roads. If the multifunction display shows oil temper- ature ? or B in blue, the engine or the When the engine is running or the key is in posi- transmission are not yet at normal operating...
  • Page 236 Menus and submenus Overall evaluation Stopping the RACE TIMER RACETIMER overall evaluation Press the % button on the steering wheel. Total time driven Confirm with a. Average speed The RACE TIMER interrupts timing if you stop the Distance covered vehicle and turn the key to position 1 in the Maximum speed ignition lock.
  • Page 237: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic symbols are simplified in the Owner's Manual and may differ from the symbols in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Owner's Manual.
  • Page 238 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! ÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist System), ESP ® (Electronic Stability Program), ESP trailer stabilisation, the HOLD currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ ® function, hill start assist and PRE-SAFE are temporarily unavailable.
  • Page 239 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® ® , ESP trailer stabilisation, BAS, the HOLD function, hill start ® assist and PRE-SAFE are temporarily unavailable. currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ Adaptive brake lights and Active Brake Assist may have also failed. ble See See Owner's Owner's Man‐...
  • Page 240 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, BAS, ESP , ESP trailer ® stabilisation, the HOLD function, hill start assist and PRE-SAFE ÷ unavailable due to a malfunction. Adaptive brake lights and Active Brake Assist may have also failed. inoperative inoperative See See Own‐...
  • Page 241 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red ! indicator lamp are lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch the ignition off and then on again. Release the electric parking brake manually. Vehicles with manual transmission (automatic emergency release): insert the seat belt in the belt buckle and accelerate slightly more when pulling away.
  • Page 242 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red ! indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
  • Page 243 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red ! indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been Parking brake inop‐ Parking brake inop‐ applied or released.
  • Page 244 Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Check Check brake brake pad pad wear wear One or more main features of the Mercedes-Benz Contact system is/ are malfunctioning. Inoperative Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Brake Assist is temporarily inoperative. Active...
  • Page 245 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Radar Radar sensors sensors dirty dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual Possible causes: dirt on sensors heavy rain or snow driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g. in desert-like areas At least one driving system or driving safety system is malfunctioning or is temporarily unavailable:...
  • Page 246 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up on the instrument cluster. Restraint sys. mal‐ Restraint sys. mal‐ WARNING function Consult function Consult workshop workshop The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 247 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Front passenger passenger air‐ air‐ The front-passenger front airbag is disabled during the journey bag disabled See bag disabled See although: Owner's Manual Owner's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the weight the system detects may be too low.
  • Page 248 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front-passenger Front-passenger The front-passenger front airbag is enabled during the journey airbag enabled See airbag enabled See although: Owner's Manual Owner's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is not occupied The system may detect objects or forces that are placing additional...
  • Page 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Further information on the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system ( page 49). Lights Vehicles with LED light bulbs in the light clusters: The display message for the corresponding lamp only appears when all the LEDs in the lamp have failed.
  • Page 250 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Left mirror indica‐ Left mirror indica‐ Right Right mirror mirror indicator indicator The third brake lamp is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand tail lamp is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Left tail lamp Left tail lamp Right tail lamp Right tail lamp The left or right-hand daytime driving lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Left daytime driv‐...
  • Page 252 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Top up coolant See Top up coolant See cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Owner's Manual Owner's Manual Top up the coolant, making sure to observe the warning notes...
  • Page 253 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is no longer being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual Possible causes: faulty alternator torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat. Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions, and switch off the engine.
  • Page 254 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. Avoid long journeys when there is too little coolant in the cooling Add 1 litre engine Add 1 litre engine system.
  • Page 255 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration on the part of the driver. A warning Attention Assist: Attention Assist: tone also sounds. Take a break! Take a break! If necessary, take a break.
  • Page 256 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ Possible causes: ble See See Owner's Owner's Man‐ Man‐ the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature range...
  • Page 257 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Parking Pilot ended Parking Pilot ended The vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds. The display message disappears automatically. Traffic Traffic Sign Sign Assist...
  • Page 258 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Distance Pilot pas‐ Distance Pilot pas‐ You have depressed the accelerator pedal. Distance Pilot DISTRONIC sive sive is no longer controlling the speed of the vehicle. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Distance Pilot Distance Pilot A condition for activating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC has not been met.
  • Page 259 Display messages Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tyre Tyre pressure pressure Check Check The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss tyre(s) tyre(s) in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible cause: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tyres or fitted new wheels and tyres the tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped WARNING...
  • Page 260 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Check tyre(s) Check tyre(s) The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly. The wheel position appears in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Underinflated tyres pose the following risks: the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase the tyres may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly...
  • Page 261 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Wheel sensor(s) Wheel sensor(s) There is no signal from the tyre pressure sensor of one or several tyres. missing missing The pressure of the affected tyre is not displayed in the multifunction display.
  • Page 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Risk of vehicle Risk of vehicle The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the transmission is in rolling Transmis‐ rolling Transmis‐ position R, N or D. sion not in P sion not in P A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 263 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Stop vehicle Shift Stop vehicle Shift The automatic transmission has overheated. to P Leave engine to P Leave engine Drive on carefully. running running If the display message disappears, the automatic transmission is available again.
  • Page 264 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Trans. oil overhea‐ Trans. oil overhea‐ Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the transmission oil has overheated. ted Drive on with ted Drive on with Manual drive program M and the temporarily active manual drive pro- care care gram are no longer available.
  • Page 265 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The trailer tow hitch is not correctly engaged. A warning tone also sounds. Check Check trailer trailer hitch hitch WARNING lock lock If the ball coupling is not engaged, the trailer may come loose. There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 266 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Ð The electric steering lock is malfunctioning. WARNING Steering malfunc‐ Steering malfunc‐ tion See Owner's tion See Owner's The steering may be locked by the electric steering lock. Manual Manual There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 267: Warning And Indicator Lamps On The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key not detected Key not detected If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle cen- (red display message) trally or start the engine.
  • Page 268 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ü N Only for certain countries: the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds after the engine starts. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.
  • Page 269 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected.
  • Page 270 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) has been deactivated due to a fault. BAS (Brake ®...
  • Page 271 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ® ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. Therefore, BAS, Active Brake Assist, ESP , ESP trailer stabilisation, EBD (electronic brake force distribution), the HOLD function, ®...
  • Page 272 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. ® ®...
  • Page 273 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened due to a risk of skidding or because at least one wheel has started to spin.
  • Page 274 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. ®...
  • Page 275 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit. Observe the additional display messages on the multifunction display.
  • Page 276 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running and the coolant temperature gauge is at the start of the scale. The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is malfunctioning.
  • Page 277 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
  • Page 278 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by frozen slush. If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 279 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Tyres Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow tyre pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres.
  • Page 280: General Notes

    Operating system General notes WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their The section on the multimedia system in this software as well as wiring could affect their manual describes the basic principles for oper- function and/or the operation of other net- ation.
  • Page 281 Operating system Cleaning instructions Controller The controller in the centre console lets you: Do not touch the display. The display has a very sensitive high-gloss surface; there is a select menu items on the display risk of scratching. If you have to clean the enter characters screen, however, use a mild cleaning agent select a destination on the map...
  • Page 282 Operating system Adding favourites You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating the navigation system. Adding predefined favourites Press the g button. General notes COMAND Online: slide 6 the controller. Audio 20: slide 5 or 6 the controller. Correct functioning of the navigation system The menu bar is displayed.
  • Page 283 (only available for selected European countries) The route calculation includes roads which select destinations from Mercedes-Benz require you to pay a time-based fee (vignette). A vignette allows temporary use of the route Apps network, e.g. 10 days or 1 year.
  • Page 284 Text messages and e-mails connected. Further information on suitable mobile phones can be found at: http:// Connecting the mobile phone www.mercedes-benz.com/connect Authorisation using Secure Simple Pairing: Select the mobile phone. Searching for and authorising (connect- A code is displayed in the multimedia system ing) a mobile phone and on the mobile phone.
  • Page 285 Further information on suitable mobile (passcode): enter any one- to sixteen-digit phones can be found at: http:// number sequence which you have chosen www.mercedes-benz.com/connect yourself. Press ¬ to confirm. Searching for and authorising (connect- Enter and confirm the passkey on the mobile ing) a mobile phone phone.
  • Page 286 Operating system Installing the module to two minutes to be displayed (see the man- ufacturer's operating instructions). Symbols in the device manager The symbols are shown in colour depending on their use. Symbol Explanation Mobile phone connected to the multimedia system SAP telephone is connected to the multimedia system Mounting the module in the stowage compart-...
  • Page 287 Operating system Activating and connecting the module SIM card mode Inserting a SIM card Multimedia system: Select Tel/ Tel/®. With the contact surface facing down, insert Module: install ( page 283). SIM card : into the SIM card slot until it Press and hold button ;.
  • Page 288 Operating system media system (see the Digital Owner's Man- ® Bluetooth must be activated on the mobile ual). phone and must be made visible to other devi- Use as a data modem is automatically activa- ted. ® The Bluetooth SIM Access Profile of the Activate/deactivate data roaming (see the mobile phone must be activated Digital Owner's Manual).
  • Page 289 Operating system Activating/deactivating text message Information on the single CD/DVD drive or downloading from the mobile phone DVD changer; see the Digital Owner's Man- ual. Dial number Function Selecting using the device list 00080 Text message down- loading is deactiva- Multimedia system: ted.
  • Page 290 Operating system Connecting USB devices Connect the USB device to the USB port. There are two USB ports in the stowage space under the armrest. Select the media source ( page 286).
  • Page 291: Loading Guidelines

    Stowage areas the load must not protrude above the upper Loading guidelines edge of the seat backrests. always place the load against the rear or front WARNING seat backrests. Make sure that the seat If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or backrests are securely locked into place.
  • Page 292: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas To open: press marking :. Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or similar Make sure that the spectacles compartment is always closed while the vehicle is in motion. situations. Always make sure that objects do not proj- Stowage compartment in the front centre ect from stowage spaces, luggage nets or...
  • Page 293 Stowage areas Stowage compartment/telephone com- partment under the armrest To open: pull handle : up and fold cover ; forwards. On vehicles with a fire extinguisher instead of a To open: on vehicles with moveable armr- stowage compartment, the fire extinguisher is ests, make sure that the armrest is in the installed under the driver's seat.
  • Page 294 Stowage areas Observe the loading guidelines ( page 288) Through-loading facility in the rear and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces compartment page 288). Folding backrest on the front- passenger seat WARNING If the backrest of the co-driver's seat is folded forward, passengers in the rear compartment could collide with parts of the seat mecha- nism, particularly in the event of an accident,...
  • Page 295 Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrest forwards The vehicle occupant would thereby be and back pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench seat/rear seat or by the seat backrest. The Folding the rear seat backrest forwards seat belt cannot protect as intended and could result in additional injury.
  • Page 296 Stowage areas Securing a load Lashing eyelets Observe the following notes on securing loads: Observe the loading guidelines ( page 288). Secure the load using the lashing eyelets. Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly. Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load.
  • Page 297 Stowage areas load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident. There is an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g.
  • Page 298 Stowage areas The maximum load capacity of the stowage well under the luggage compartment floor is 25 kg. There is a stowage area for TIREFIT, the vehicle tool kit, a folding box, etc. underneath the lug- gage compartment floor. Opening and closing the luggage com- partment floor Safety net (without luggage compartment enlarge- ment)
  • Page 299 Always observe the maximum roof load and adapt your driving style. WARNING If you transport objects in the vehicle interior Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only and these are not adequately secured, they use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This could slip or be flung around and thereby helps to prevent damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 300: Features

    Features Cup holder on the front centre console way that the cant of the upper section of the cup holder faces forwards. Press cup holder : downwards until it engages on the right and left-hand sides. Cup holder in the rear seat armrest Do not sit on or support your body weight on the rear seat armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it.
  • Page 301 Features Rear-compartment ashtray Vanity mirror Mirror cover Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into retainer ; and mirror cover A has been folded up. Glare from the side Fold down the sun visor. Pull the sun visor out of retainer ;.
  • Page 302 Cigarette lighter ; will pop out automatically when the heating element is red-hot. Lift up the cover of socket :. 12 V sockets Mercedes-Benz emergency call sys- General notes Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock page 144).
  • Page 303 Features You will see a message if: An exterior aerial has the following advantages: a connection to the Mercedes-Benz emer- it conducts the electromagnetic fields gener- gency call centre cannot be made ated by a wireless device to the exterior...
  • Page 304 Features charge the mobile phone, you must connect it to depressed pedal. This jeopardises the oper- a USB port. ating and road safety of the vehicle. There is a Further information on the telephone module risk of an accident. ® with Bluetooth (SAP profile) can be found in the Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that...
  • Page 305 Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewellery and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Bonnet ple, away from moving parts. Important safety notes WARNING WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- An unlocked bonnet may open up when the tem operate with a high voltage.
  • Page 306: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment With your hand flat, push down active bon- Make sure that the windscreen wipers are net : in the area around the hinges on both switched off. sides (arrows) until you feel it engage. Pull release lever : on the bonnet. The bonnet is released.
  • Page 307 Checking the oil level using the oil dip- stick Example: GLA 180 d model WARNING All models except GLA 180 d: pull out oil dipstick :. Certain components in the engine compart- The GLA 180 d model: release the oil filler ment could be very hot, e.g.
  • Page 308 The cooling system is pressurised, particu- Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service larly when the engine is warm. If you open the Products is available at any Mercedes-Benz cap, you could be scalded if hot coolant Service Centre. sprays out. There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 309 If the washer fluid level drops below 1 litre, a If necessary, top up with coolant that has message appears in the multifunction display been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. prompting you to top up the washer fluid Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as page 263).
  • Page 310: Assyst Plus

    A number or another letter may be dis- A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a played after the letter. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the For certain countries only: the position after the service work has been carried out.
  • Page 311 Use care products and cleaning agents recom- windscreen. mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Washing by hand Washing the vehicle and cleaning the In some countries, washing by hand is only paintwork allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
  • Page 312: Care

    Care Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge Move the high-pressure cleaner nozzle frequently. around whilst cleaning. Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry thoroughly with a chamois. Cleaning the paintwork Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the paint- Do not affix: work.
  • Page 313 Do not use dry cloths, abrasive cleaning Use only insect remover and car shampoo from agents, solvents or solvent-based cleaning the range of approved Mercedes-Benz care agents to clean the inside of the windows/ products. windscreen. Do not touch the inside of the windows/windscreen with hard items such as an ice scraper or a ring.
  • Page 314 Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Clean sensors : of the driving systems with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
  • Page 315 Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product These may damage the display surface. Do tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. not put pressure on the display surface when cleaning. This could lead to irreparable dam- Cleaning the trailer tow hitch age to the display.
  • Page 316 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- Observe the following when cleaning: mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. clean artificial leather covers with a cloth moistened with a solution containing 1% Cleaning wood trim and trim elements detergent (e.g.
  • Page 317 Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution. Cleaning the roof lining and carpets Roof lining: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 318 Where will I find...? Notes on reflective safety jackets Where will I find...? Reflective safety jacket Removing and stowing the reflective safety jacket Maximum number of washes Maximum wash temperature Do not bleach Do not iron Do not use a tumble dryer The reflective safety jackets are located in front Do not dry-clean door stowage compartments :.
  • Page 319: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Warning triangle First-aid kit Removing/replacing the warning trian- Open the tailgate. To open the stowage compartment: turn rotary knob : anticlockwise and fold down To remove: open the tailgate. cover ;. Lift the luggage compartment floor upwards page 295).
  • Page 320: Flat Tyre

    Flat tyre Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Pull tab : upwards. Remove fire extinguisher ;. Have the fire extinguisher refilled after each use and checked every one or two years. It may oth- erwise fail in an emergency. Observe the legal requirements for each indi- vidual country.
  • Page 321 Flat tyre Vehicle preparation is not necessary on vehi- MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat cles with MOExtended tyres. characteristics) a TIREFIT kit ( page 317) General notes an emergency spare wheel (certain countries only) ( page 348) With MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat char- Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not equip- acteristics), you can continue to drive your vehi- ped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory.
  • Page 322 Flat tyre that you use the proper size and type (summer WARNING or winter tyre). In the following situations, the tyre sealant is Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not equip- unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis- ped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. It is there- tance, as it is unable to seal the tyre properly: fore recommended that you additionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you fit tyres that...
  • Page 323 Flat tyre The air pump can be operated again once it has cooled down. Comply with the manufacturer's safety notes on the sticker on the tyre inflation compressor. Using the TIREFIT kit Remove cap from valve C on the faulty tyre. Screw filler hose D onto valve C.
  • Page 324 Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified specialist workshop. specialist workshop. Tyre pressure reached In your vehicle, you will find a sticker with the Mercedes-Benz Service24h telephone WARNING number, e.g. on the B-pillar on the driver's side. A tyre temporarily sealed with tyre sealant...
  • Page 325 Battery (vehicle) To reduce the tyre pressure: depress pres- immediately. Do not drive any further. Always sure release button : next to pressure have work on the battery carried out at a gauge ;. qualified specialist workshop. When the tyre pressure is correct, unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the sealed Further information about ABS ( page 68) and...
  • Page 326: Battery (Vehicle)

    In the exceptional case that it is neces- sary for you to disconnect the battery your- self, make sure that: For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- you switch off the engine and remove the mends that you only use batteries which have key.
  • Page 327 Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested Do not lean over a battery. and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. This device permits charging of WARNING the battery while it is installed. Contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information Battery acid is caustic.
  • Page 328: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a pos- itive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not breathe in any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 329 Jump-starting Do not use a rapid charging device to start the vehicle. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a donor battery using jump leads. Observe the following points: the battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump- start the vehicle using a donor battery or a jump-starting device vehicles with a petrol engine: jump-start the vehicle only when the engine and exhaust system are cold...
  • Page 330: Towing Away And Tow-Starting

    Towing away and tow-starting Connect negative terminal ? of donor battery B to earth point A of your vehicle using the jump lead. Connect the jump lead to donor battery B first. if the battery is fully discharged, leave the battery that is being used to jump-start connected for a few minutes before attempting to start.
  • Page 331 Towing away and tow-starting hitch. You could otherwise damage the vehi- As a rule, you should have the vehicle trans- cle. ported. towing the vehicle with a tow rope or tow bar Observe the following points when towing Only tow the vehicle in exceptional cases. with a tow rope: The battery must be connected and charged.
  • Page 332 Towing away and tow-starting The brackets for the screw-in towing eye are ® Intervention by ESP could otherwise dam- located in the bumpers. They are located at the age the brake system. rear and at the front, under covers :. On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or the KEY- Remove the towing eye from the stowage LESS-GO start function: you must use the...
  • Page 333 Towing away and tow-starting Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Shift the automatic transmission to position Vehicles with manual transmission: Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. When the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Depress the clutch pedal fully and engage neutral.
  • Page 334: Fuses

    Before tow-starting, the following conditions Only use fuses that have been approved for must be fulfilled: Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the the battery is connected correct fuse rating for the system concerned. the engine has cooled down Only use fuses marked with an "S".
  • Page 335 Fuses ist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service To open: open clamps ;. Centre. Fold cover : up in the direction of the arrow and remove it. Before replacing a fuse Secure the vehicle against rolling away page 166). Switch off all electrical consumers.
  • Page 336 Fuses To open: open the front-passenger door. Remove the floormat. Fold out perforated floor covering : in the direction of the arrow. To release cover =, press retaining clamp ;. Fold out cover = in the direction of the arrow to the catch.
  • Page 337: Operation

    You could otherwise damage the wheel rims and tyres. Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- rectly can impair operating safety. Regular checking of wheels and tyres...
  • Page 338 Observe the for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Do not fit tyre load rating and speed rating required for any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tyre pres- your vehicle.
  • Page 339: Winter Operation

    M+S tyres power. Change the tyres on your vehicle to page 180). M+S tyres. Using summer tyres at very cold temperatures could cause tears to form, thereby damaging the tyres permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage.
  • Page 340: Tyre Pressure

    For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use only snow chains that have check the tyre pressure of all the tyres includ- been approved for Mercedes-Benz or that are of ing the spare wheel: an equivalent standard of quality. For more...
  • Page 341 Tyre pressure Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps specifically provided by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tyre valve. WARNING If the tyre pressure drops repeatedly, the wheel, valve or tyre may be damaged. Tyre pressure that is too low may result in a tyre blow-out.
  • Page 342 Tyre pressure Restarting the tyre pressure loss warn- Tyre pressure loss warning system ing system General notes Restart the tyre pressure loss warning system if While the vehicle is in motion, the tyre pressure you have: loss warning system monitors the set tyre pres- changed the tyre pressure sure using the rotational speed of the wheels.
  • Page 343 Tyre pressure The tyre pressure monitor has a yellow warning Tyre pressure monitor lamp on the instrument cluster for indicating a pressure loss or malfunction. Depending on how General notes the warning lamp flashes or lights up, a tyre If a tyre pressure monitor is fitted, the vehicle's pressure that is too low or a malfunction in the wheels have sensors fitted that monitor the tyre tyre pressure monitor is indicated:...
  • Page 344 Tyre pressure Restarting the tyre pressure monitor If the vehicle was parked for longer than 20 minutes, the Tyre pressures will be Tyre pressures will be When you restart the tyre pressure monitor, all displayed displayed after after a a few few minutes minutes of of driv‐...
  • Page 345 AGREE PAR L'ANRT MAROC under "Fitting a wheel" ( page 343). Numero d'agrement: MR 10216 Vehicles with Mercedes-Benz emergency ANRT 2012 call system: in the event of a flat tyre, you can Date d'agrement: 23/11/2012 contact the Customer Assistance Centre for the...
  • Page 346: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Storing wheels the wheels or tyres have different dimensions. The wheel brakes or suspension components Store wheels in a cool, dry and preferably dark may also be damaged. There is a risk of acci- place if they are not being used. Protect the dent.
  • Page 347 Observe the following when raising the vehi- cle: Use only the vehicle-specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise the vehicle. If the jack is used incor- rectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised.
  • Page 348 Changing a wheel Using both hands, carefully reach into two Take ratchet ring spanner ? out of the vehi- wheel trim openings and remove the wheel cle tool kit and place it on the hexagon nut of trim. jack = so that the letters AUF are visible. Position jack = at jacking point ;.
  • Page 349 There is a risk of accident. for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Have the tightening torque immediately checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a wheel is changed.
  • Page 350: Wheel And Tyre Combinations

    Check the tyre pressure of the newly fitted vehicle. wheel and adjust if necessary. Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for dam- Observe the recommended tyre pressures age resulting from the use of tyres, wheels or page 337).
  • Page 351: Emergency Spare Wheel

    General notes ter tyres. A TIREFIT kit can be obtained from a You can ask for information regarding permitted qualified specialist workshop. emergency spare wheels at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. An emergency spare wheel may also be fitted Emergency spare wheel against the direction of rotation.
  • Page 352 Emergency spare wheel Remove emergency spare wheel bag : with the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Open emergency spare wheel bag : and remove the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Observe the instructions and safety notes in the "Changing a wheel" section ( page 343).
  • Page 353: Information On Technical Data

    You can obtain further informa- The operating permit may be invalidated if tion from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. the instructions for installation and use of RF transmitters are not observed. In particular, the following conditions must be...
  • Page 354: Identification Plates

    Be sure to observe the manufacturer's addi- tional instructions when installing. Deviations in respect of wavebands, maximum transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the aerial must not exceed the following values:...
  • Page 355 Components and service products must be matched. Use only products recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Damage caused by the use of products that have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this...
  • Page 356: Service Products And Capacities

    Model Total capa- You can obtain further information at any city qualified specialist workshop or on the Inter- Models with 4MATIC 56.0 l net at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. GLA 220 All other models Fuel 50.0 l Important safety notes Model Of which...
  • Page 357 This fuel can up in the fuel injection system as a result. In this temporarily produce unpleasant odours, case, in consultation with a Mercedes-Benz Ser- especially on short journeys. As soon as sul- vice Centre, the petrol should be mixed with the phur-free fuel (sulphur content <...
  • Page 358 More information about the interval Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz-approved for oil change can be obtained from any quali- engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz fied specialist workshop. engines. Usually you will find information about the fuel Further information on tested and approved grade on the pump.
  • Page 359 You could otherwise damage the engine. Do not use any additives with the engine oil. This could damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- vice Products, MB Specifications for Service...
  • Page 360 -45 †). Heat will otherwise not be dissipa- ted as effectively. water and washer fluid, e.g. MB WinterFit. Mercedes-Benz recommends a coolant or cor- For the correct mixing ratio, refer to the infor- mation on the antifreeze reservoir. rosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentrate in accordance with Add washer fluid concentrate, e.g.
  • Page 361: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Missing values were not available at the time of Vehicle data going to print. General notes Mercedes-AMG vehicles Please note that for the specified vehicle data: Vehicle length 4455 mm the heights specified may vary as a result of: Vehicle width including 2022 mm tyres...
  • Page 362: Vehicle Data For Off-Road Driving

    Not all models can tow a trailer. For further information, see ( page 213). Model Manual transmission Automatic transmission GLA 180 1500 kg 1500 kg GLA 180 d 1500 kg 1500 kg GLA 200 1500 kg 1500 kg GLA 200 d 1500 kg...
  • Page 363 Not all models can tow a trailer. For further information, see ( page 213). Model Manual transmission Automatic transmission GLA 180 1200 kg 1200 kg GLA 180 d 1200 kg 1200 kg GLA 200 1400 kg 1400 kg GLA 200 d 1500 kg...
  • Page 364 213). The drawbar load is not included in the trailer load. Model Manual transmission Automatic transmission GLA 180 75 kg 75 kg GLA 180 d 75 kg 75 kg GLA 200 75 kg 75 kg GLA 200 d 75 kg...
  • Page 365 Trailer tow hitch Model Manual transmission Automatic transmission GLA 200 995 kg 995 kg GLA 200 d 1005 kg 1005 kg GLA 250 1005 kg 1005 kg Model Automatic transmission GLA 200 d 4MATIC 1040 kg GLA 220 (156.945) 1005 kg GLA 220 d 1005 kg GLA 220 d 4MATIC...

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