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 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you drive off, please familiarise your- self with your vehicle and read this manual, especially the safety and warning notices. This will help you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your vehicle and avoid endan- gering yourself and others.
Page 6 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 25 Introduction ......... 21 Safety ........... 37 Opening and closing ......71 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..99 Lights and windscreen wipers ..113 Climate control ......... 127 Driving and parking ......145 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 7 Index Airbags 1, 2, 3 ... Activation ......... 39 12 V socket Front airbag (driver, front see Sockets passenger) ........42 Important safety guidelines ..... 40 Kneebag ........... 42 Pelvis airbag ........43 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Sidebag ..........43 Display message ......
Page 8 Index ASSYST PLUS Transmission position display ..155 see ASSYST PLUS service interval Transmission positions ....155 Automatic transmission emer- display ASSYST PLUS service interval dis- gency running mode ......160 play Auxiliary heating Displaying service messages ..285 Activating/deactivating ....138 Hiding service messages ....
Page 9 Index Belt Brake fluid (notes) ......336 see Seat belt Display message ......233 Belt force limiters (activation) ... 39 Driving tips ........167 Belt tensioner Important safety notes ....167 Parking brake ........ 166 Activation ......... 39 Warning lamp ......... 257 Function ...........
Page 10 Index Cell phone Notes on using THERMOTRONIC see Mobile phone automatic climate control ....131 Central locking Overview of systems ...... 128 Automatic locking (on-board com- Problems with cooling with air puter) ..........228 dehumidification ......132 Problem with the rear window Locking/unlocking (key) ....
Page 11 Index Cornering light function Display (cleaning instructions) ..291 Display message ......238 Display message Function/notes ......118 General information ....... 232 Crash-responsive emergency light- Hiding (on-board computer) ... 232 ing ............121 KEYLESS-GO ........253 Cruise control Display messages Cruise control lever .......
Page 12 Index Drinks holder Parking Guidance ......189 see Cup holders Parktronic ........185 Drive program Reversing camera ......192 Automatic ........157 Speed Limit Assist ......195 Display ........... 155 Speedtronic ........180 Driving tips Manual ........... 158 Driver's door Aquaplaning ........
Page 13 Index Electronic Brake force Distribution Environmental protection see EBD (Electronic Brake force Note ..........21 Distribution) Returning an end-of-life vehicle ..21 Electronic Stability Program ® (Electronic Stability Pro- ® see ESP (Electronic Stability Program) gram) Electronic Traction System Deactivating/activating ....223 see ETS (Electronic Traction System) Deactivating/activating (notes) ..
Page 14 Mobile phone ......... 331 Programming (button in the rear- Two-way radio ........ 331 view mirror) ........275 Front foglamps Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..330 Display message ......240 Glove compartment ......265 Switching on/off ......115 Front windscreen see Windscreen...
Page 15 Index Engine diagnostics ......260 Loss ..........76 Fuel tank ........260 Modifying the programming ..... 73 Indicator lamps Opening/closing soft top ....87 Display message ......239 Positions (ignition lock) ....147 see Warning and indicator lamps Problem (malfunction) ..... 76 Starting the engine ......
Page 16 Interior lighting Memory card (audio) ......220 Light sensor (display message) ..241 Memory function ....... 112 LIM indicator lamp Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Cruise control ........ 170 see Qualified specialist workshop DISTRONIC PLUS ......173 Message memory (on-board com- Variable SPEEDTRONIC ....
Page 17 Index Multicontour seat ......105 Operation ........213 Multifunction display Service menu ......... 224 Function/notes ......214 Settings menu ....... 224 Permanent display ......225 Standard display ......217 Multifunction steering wheel Telephone menu ......221 Time/Date submenu ..... 226 Operating the on-board computer .
Page 18 Index Parking lamps Changing bulbs ......123 Radar sensor system Display message ......240 Activating/deactivating ....229 Switching on/off ......114 Country overview ......345 Parking lamps (changing bulbs) ..123 Display message ......245 PARKTRONIC Radio Deactivating/activating ....188 Selecting a station ......
Page 19 Index Residual heat (climate control) ..136 Releasing ......... 49 Restraint system Switching belt adjustment on/off see SRS (Supplemental Restraint (on-board computer) ...... 230 System) Warning lamp (function) ....49 Rev counter ........212 Seat belts Reverse gear Warning lamp ......... 255 Seats Engaging (automatic transmis- Adjusting (electrically) ....
Page 20 Index Opening/closing ......82 Segments ........213 Opening/closing all (Cabriolet) ..83 Selecting the unit of measure- Problem (malfunction) ..... 85 ment ..........225 resetting .......... 84 see Instrument cluster Sliding sunroof Speedtronic see Panorama sliding sunroof Display message ......248 Snow chains ........
Page 21 Index Supplement Restraint System Towing see SRS (Supplemental Restraint Important safety notes ....310 System) With the rear axle raised ....312 Surround lighting (on-board com- Towing a trailer puter) ..........227 Active Blind Spot Assist ....202 Switching off the alarm (ATA) .... 68 Active Lane Keeping Assist ....
Page 22 Index Trip meter Calling up ........217 Vanity mirror (in sun visor) ....271 Resetting (on-board computer) ..218 Vehicle Trip odometer Correct use ........23 see Trip meter Data acquisition ....... 23 Turn signals Display message ......250 Changing bulbs (front) ....123 Electronics ........
Page 23 Index Winter driving ® OFF ........258 Important safety notes ....319 LIM (cruise control) ......170 Slippery road surfaces ....169 LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) ....173 Snow chains ........320 LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) ..181 Winter tyres Overview .......... 30 Limiting the speed (on-board com- PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ....
Page 24 Mercedes-Benz will take back your and humanity into account. Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environ- You too can help to protect the environment mentally responsible manner, in accordance by operating your vehicle in an environmen- with the European Union (EU) End of Life tally responsible manner.
Page 25 Qualified specialist workshop edge and tools to carry out the work required. A qualified specialist workshop has the nec- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a essary specialist knowledge, tools and quali- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- fications to correctly carry out the work pose.
Page 26 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. equipped with fault data memories as stand- ard. There are also data storage devices Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible which record the technical reactions of vehi- about any change in address or vehicle own- cle components to certain driving situations ership.
Page 28 Cockpit ..........26 Instrument cluster ......28 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 31 Centre console ........32 Overhead control panel ...... 34 Door control panel ......35...
Page 29 Cockpit Cockpit Illustration: Cabriolet Function Page Function Page Parking brake Automatic transmission: On-board diagnostics con- steering wheel gearshift nection paddles Opens the bonnet Cruise control lever Releases the parking brake Instrument cluster Light switch Horn PARKTRONIC warning dis- play Overhead control panel Climate control systems Ignition lock Start/Stop button...
Page 30 Cockpit Illustration: Coupé Function Page Function Page Opens the bonnet Overhead control panel On-board diagnostics con- nection PARKTRONIC warning dis- play Ignition lock Start/Stop button Cruise control lever Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster manually Horn Adjusts the steering wheel Automatic transmission: electrically steering wheel gearshift...
Page 31 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Instrument cluster: kilometres Function Page Fuel gauge Time Speedometer with seg- ments Multifunction display Rev counter Coolant temperature Brightness control knob for the instrument cluster light- ing: turn clockwise or anti- clockwise...
Page 32 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster: miles Function Page Function Page Rev counter Fuel gauge Coolant temperature Time Brightness control knob for the instrument cluster light- Speedometer with seg- ing: turn clockwise or anti- ments clockwise Multifunction display...
Page 33 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page Dipped-beam headlamps ® Seat belt Diesel engine: preglow Front foglamps Engine diagnostics Rear foglamp Brakes Turn signal Coolant ® Distance warning signal Reserve fuel Main-beam headlamps...
Page 34 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Audio system/COMAND APS; see the separate oper- Selects the submenu or ating instructions scrolls through lists Switches on LINGUA- Confirms selections and TRONIC; see the separate hides display messages operating instructions Back or deactivates LIN-...
Page 35 Centre console Centre console Coupé Function Page Function Page Hazard warning lamps Dynamic driving package with sports mode ATA indicator lamp Auxiliary heating PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp Ashtray Cigarette lighter Moves the seat-belt Power socket extender forwards Gear lever Audio system/COMAND Selector lever APS;...
Page 36 Centre console Cabriolet Function Page Function Page Hazard warning lamps Dynamic driving package with sports mode ATA indicator lamp Ashtray PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF Cigarette lighter indicator lamp Power socket Moves the seat-belt Gear lever extender forwards Selector lever Audio system/COMAND Stowage compartment APS;...
Page 37 Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear 3 Opens/closes the interior lighting on/off panorama sliding sunroof (Coupé only) with roller sunblind (Coupé only) | Switches the auto- ê Deactivates the inte- matic interior lighting con- trol on/off rior motion sensor p Switches the right-...
Page 38 Door control panel Door control panel Function Page r45= Stores settings for the seat, exterior mirrors and steer- ing wheel Adjusts the seat electrically %& Unlocks/locks the vehicle Opens the door 7Zö\ Adjusts and folds the exte- rior mirrors in/out electri- cally W Opens/closes the side windows...
Page 40: Table Of Contents
Useful information ......38 Occupant safety ........38 Children in the vehicle ......51 Driving safety systems ....... 61 Anti-theft systems ......68...
Page 41: Useful Information
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a page 47). Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- the airbags can inflate unrestricted if pose.
Page 42: Occupant Safety
Occupant safety WARNING WARNING Modifications to or work performed incor- If SRS is malfunctioning, individual systems rectly on the following parts can result in the may be activated unintentionally or may not restraint systems not functioning as intended: be triggered in the event of an accident with a high rate of vehicle deceleration.
Page 43 Occupant safety the front airbag is filled with enough propel- ted and the rate of deceleration is not high. lant gas to reduce the risk of injuries. The Conversely, airbags may be deployed even front airbag is fully deployed if a second though the vehicle suffers only minor defor- deployment threshold is exceeded within a mation.
Page 44 Occupant safety the centre of the driver's airbag cover as Do not lean on the doors/rear sidewalls possible. from the inside. Move the front-passenger seat as far back Make sure that there are no people, ani- as possible. This is especially important if mals or objects between the vehicle occu- you have secured a child in a child restraint pants and the area of deployment of the...
Page 45 Occupant safety Front-passenger airbag ; is only activated if WARNING the system determines that the front- The airbag parts are hot after the airbag has passenger seat is occupied. The 4 been deployed. Do not touch them as you PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp on could burn yourself.
Page 46 They are WARNING deployed if the system detects high vehicle If you wish to use seat covers, Mercedes-Benz deceleration or acceleration in a lateral direc- recommends that, for safety reasons, you tion and determines that sidebag deployment...
Page 47 Occupant safety Windowbags WARNING If you wish to use seat covers, Mercedes-Benz Windowbags are available in the Coupé recommends that, for safety reasons, you The windowbags enhance the level of protec- only use seat covers that have been approved tion for the head, but not chest or arms, of the for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 48 Occupant safety When the roll bars are extended, the rear vehicles with a multicontour seat: the air head restraints also extend automatically. pressure in the seat side cushions and in Once the roll bars are extended, you can no the backrest side bolsters is increased. longer lower the rear head restraints.
Page 49 Occupant safety WARNING Only use head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. The use of non-approved head restraint cov- ers may prevent NECK-PRO head restraints from triggering properly. Consequently, the NECK-PRO head restraints cannot provide the intended level of protection.
Page 50 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Persons less than 1.50 m tall cannot wear Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- the seat belts correctly.
Page 51 Occupant safety you release the seat backrest and fold it forwards. nobody is sitting on the front-passenger side after approximately five seconds. If you press the seat-belt extender button after this, seat-belt extender : will not extend. Example: Coupé Seat-belt extender : is extended when the respective door is closed and the key is turned to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 52 This could damage the door, the vehicle drives off again. the door trim panel and the seat belt. Dam- aged seat belts can no longer fulfil their protective function and must be replaced. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 53 Comply with safety regulations when dispos- ing of belt tensioners. Any Mercedes-Benz The belt force limiters for the front seats are Service Centre can provide details of these synchronised with the front airbags. These regulations.
Page 54: Children In The Vehicle
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. change of direction, heavy braking or an accident, it would not be possible to It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care restrain the child. The child could be thrown products to clean child restraint systems. against parts of the vehicle interior and be You can obtain information about this at seriously or even fatally injured.
Page 55 Children in the vehicle Removing a child restraint system/deactivat- tem could heat up and the child could burn ing the child seat lock: herself/himself on them. If a child opens a door, the child or other per- Always comply with the manufacturer's sons could be injured as a result.
Page 56 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp special Mercedes-Benz child seat with a 4 is not lit. transponder for automatic child seat recog- nition has been fitted. In such cases,...
Page 57 An incorrectly fitted child restraint Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of ISO- system cannot perform its intended protec- FIX child restraint systems listed on tive function in the event of an accident, and page 59) together with the insertion could lead to injuries.
Page 58 Children in the vehicle To install the ISOFIX child restraint sys- An incorrectly fitted child restraint system tem in the Coupé: press the upholstery could come loose and seriously or even fatally over both the slots above securing injure the child or other vehicle occupants. rings : to the side.
Page 59 Children in the vehicle Route Top Tether belts A on the left and right past head restraint :. Hook Top Tether hook ? into Top Tether anchorage =. Make sure that Top Tether belt A is not twisted. Fit the ISOFIX child restraint system with Top Tether.
Page 60 Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The 4 PASSENGER A special Mercedes-Benz child seat with a transponder for auto- matic child seat recognition has been fitted to the front-passenger AIRBAG OFF indicator seat. The front-passenger airbag has therefore been disabled as lamp on the centre con- desired.
Page 61 Children in the vehicle Seat positions Weight catego- Front-passenger seat Rear seat ries Front- The front- Left, right passenger air- passenger air- bag is not disa- bag is disa- bled: bled Group 0: up to 10 kg Group 0+: up to 13 kg Group I: 9 to 18 kg...
Page 62 Children in the vehicle Suitability of the rear seats for attaching ISOFIX child restraint systems Weight categories Size category Equipment Rear seat, left and right Carry-cot ISO/L1 ISO/L2 0: up to 10 kg ISO/R1 up to approximately 6 months 0+: up to 13 kg ISO/R1 up to approximately ISO/R2...
Page 63 Children in the vehicle Weight catego- Manufac- Type Approval Order num- Automatic ries turer number child seat (E1 ...) (A 000 ...) recognition 9 months and 970 16 00 4 years Category II/III: Britax 03 301148 970 12 00 15 to 36 kg Römer 04 301148 970 17 00...
Page 64: Driving Safety Systems
Driving safety systems er's door. If indicator lamp : is off, oper- Child-proof locks ation is possible using the switches in the Important safety notes rear compartment. WARNING Do not leave children unsupervised in the Driving safety systems vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system.
Page 65 Driving safety systems In wintry driving conditions, always use tions as a reminder to take extra care while winter tyres (M+S tyres) and if necessary, driving. snow chains. Only in this way will the driv- WARNING ing safety systems described in this section Do not depress the brake pedal several times work as effectively as possible.
Page 66 Driving safety systems With the help of the radar sensor system, BAS There is a risk of an accident. Always pay PLUS can detect obstacles that are in the careful attention to the traffic situation and be path of your vehicle for an extended period of ready to brake.
Page 67 Driving safety systems ! Switch the ignition off when: or BAS PLUS, the brake lamps flash rapidly. In this way, traffic travelling behind you is the parking brake is being tested using a warned in an even more noticeable manner. dynamometer If you brake sharply from a speed of more the vehicle is being towed with the front/...
Page 68 Driving safety systems To activate:( page 223). ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol- ® lowing situations: The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. when using snow chains in deep snow ®...
Page 69 Driving safety systems Brake immediately in order to increase the driving style to the different handling charac- distance from the vehicle in front. teristics. Observe the notes on warning and indicator Take evasive action provided it is safe to do lamps ( page 257) as well as display mes- sages (...
Page 70 Driving safety systems ® passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE WARNING are activated ( page 45). If the risk of colli- ® PRE-SAFE Brake does not react: sion remains and you do not brake, take eva- to people or animals sive action or accelerate significantly, the to oncoming vehicles vehicle may perform automatic emergency braking.
Page 71 Anti-theft systems To stop the alarm using the key: insert Anti-theft systems the key into the ignition lock. Immobiliser The alarm is switched off. The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from being started without the correct key. Press the % or & button on the key. The alarm is switched off.
Page 72: Anti-Theft Systems
Anti-theft systems with the soft top closed, however, to pre- vent insects or falling leaves, for example, from causing false alarms. To switch off: Unlock the vehicle with the key or KEY- LESS-GO. The interior motion sensor is deactivated automatically. To prevent a false alarm, deactivate the inte- rior motion sensor if you lock your vehicle Press button :.
Page 73 Anti-theft systems before locking the vehicle with the key. The doors can then be opened from the inside after the vehicle has been locked from the outside with the key. Observe the "Impor- tant safety notes" ( page 77).
Page 74 Useful information ......72 Key ............72 Doors ............ 77 Boot ............79 Side windows ........82 Soft top (Cabriolet) ......85 Sliding sunroof ........96...
Page 75: Useful Information
Useful information vehicle has been locked from the outside with the key. This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment WARNING available to your vehicle at the time of pub- If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, lication of the Owner's Manual.
Page 76 tivated using the on-board computer If you pull on the handle of the boot lid, only page 228). the boot of the vehicle is unlocked. If the vehicle has been parked for a long time, To unlock centrally: press the % but- the sensor surfaces are deactivated automat- ton.
Page 77 It is advisable to have batteries replaced at a the battery check lamp flashes twice. qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Emergency key element WARNING Batteries are toxic and contain caustic sub- General notes stances.
Page 78 Press the & or % button. Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until battery = falls out. The key battery is working properly if bat- tery check lamp : lights up briefly. Insert the new battery with the positive ter- minal facing upwards.
Page 79 79) the vehicle using the emergency key element. You have lost a key. Have the key cancelled at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. You have lost the emer- Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
Page 80: Doors
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The key cannot be The key has been in position 0 for a considerable time. turned in the ignition Remove the key and reinsert it into the ignition lock. lock. Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 305).
Page 81 Doors Only for the United Kingdom: if the vehicle has been locked with the key, the double lock function is activated as standard. It is then not possible to open the doors from inside the vehicle. Deactivate the interior motion sensor page 69) before you lock the vehicle with the key.
Page 82: Boot
Boot down the locking knob by hand, if neces- Unlocking the driver's door (emer- sary. gency key element) Close the driver's door. If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with Take the emergency key element out of the the key, use the emergency key element. key ( page 74).
Page 83 Boot Pull the boot lid down using recess :. You will find details of the boot lid opening dimensions in the Technical data section If necessary, lock the vehicle with page 343). the & button on the key ( page 72) or with KEYLESS-GO ( page 73).
Page 84 Boot Opening You can unlock and open the boot lid simul- taneously with the key. Press and hold the F button on the key until the boot lid opens. Opening automatically from inside You can open the boot lid from the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary and Insert the emergency key element into the unlocked.
Page 85 Side windows Never leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle. Always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you are only leaving it for a short time. WARNING Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system.
Page 86: Side Windows
Side windows The switches for all side windows are located To open all side windows manually: on the driver's door. There is also a switch on press switch : as far as the point of resist- the front-passenger door as well as on the ance.
Page 87 Side windows To interrupt convenience closing: Convenience closing (Coupé) release the & button. General notes Using KEYLESS-GO When you lock the vehicle, you can simulta- neously: The KEYLESS-GO key must be outside the close the side windows vehicle. All the doors must be closed. close the panorama sliding sunroof On vehicles with a panorama sliding sunroof, you can then close the roller sunblind.
Page 88: Soft Top (Cabriolet)
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only open or close the soft Problems with the side windows top when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 89 Soft top (Cabriolet) the boot separator is not pushed up by Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition the load. lock. the boot lid is closed. Open the cover on the lower centre con- sole. no objects are on the soft-top compart- ment cover the fabric is not dirty, wet or frozen.
Page 90 Make sure nobody can be trapped or injured in touch with a qualified specialist work- by moving parts such as the soft-top linkage shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service or soft-top compartment cover when opening Centre. or closing the soft top.
Page 91 Soft top (Cabriolet) approximately a quarter of a turn anti- clockwise. Make sure catch B is not pulled in again. If this happens, pull out catch B again as far as possible and turn it about a quarter turn anti-clockwise. The soft-top compartment hinges are on the right-hand and left-hand side in the gap between the lid of the soft-top compartment...
Page 92 Soft top (Cabriolet) Pull the straps between the soft-top com- Each person takes a strap. partment hinges and the soft-top compart- Pulling with force, simultaneously lift out ment. the cover of the soft-top compartment back/up by the straps in the direction of Do not pull the straps as long as the boot the arrow.
Page 93 Soft top (Cabriolet) Opening WARNING To lock Do not reach between the cover halves and the hinges. You could otherwise become trap- Pull off the cover of the roof lock behind the ped. overhead control panel. Insert the hex-socket wrench into the roof Reach under the tip of soft top G in the lock.
Page 94 Turn the hex-socket wrench anti-clockwise N as far as possible. Have the soft-top mechanism repaired immediately at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Press the soft-top compartment cover again if the boot lid cannot be opened.
Page 95 ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you when the boot separator is open, do not only use draught stops which have been place any objects in or behind the net on...
Page 96 Soft top (Cabriolet) stationary or when driving up to a speed of 160 km/h. AIRCAP has the following components: a wind deflector between the windscreen and the soft top an AIRCAP draught stop between the two head restraints on the rear bench seat WARNING When extending and retracting AIRCAP, make sure that no one can become trapped.
Page 97 Soft top (Cabriolet) Retracting AIRCAP Removing Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Open the cover on the lower centre con- sole. Press AIRCAP button :. The two indicator lamps on the AIRCAP but- ton go out. Wind deflector ; retracts. The head restraints on the rear bench seats and AIRCAP draught stop = move to the low- est position simultaneously.
Page 98 Soft top (Cabriolet) Fitting Keeping the AIRCAP draught stop horizon- tal, guide it into the slot between the head restraints in the direction of the arrow with both racks straight down. Push the AIRCAP draught stop down until the bolts are at the same height as the brackets on the head restraints.
Page 99 Sliding sunroof Problems with the soft top Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The soft top will not The ignition is not switched on. open or close. Make sure that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock. The boot lid is open.
Page 100: Sliding Sunroof
Sliding sunroof If you press the 3 switch beyond the WARNING point of resistance, an automatic opening/ The glass in the panorama sunroof could closing process is started in the corre- break in an accident. If you are not wearing a sponding direction.
Page 101 Sliding sunroof Opening and closing Keep the 3 switch pulled for an addi- tional second. Make sure that the panorama sliding sun- roof ( page 97) and the roller sunblind page 98) can be fully opened again. If this is not the case, repeat the steps above again.
Page 102 Useful information ......100 Correct driver's seat position ..100 Seats ..........101 Steering wheel ........107 Mirrors ..........109 Memory functions ......112...
Page 103: Useful Information
Correct driver's seat position When adjusting the seat, make sure: Useful information you are as far away from the driver's air- This Owner's Manual describes all models bag as possible. and all standard and optional equipment you are sitting in a normal upright posi- available to your vehicle at the time of pub- tion.
Page 104: Seats
Seats The seat belt should: WARNING fit snugly across your body Make sure that nobody can become trapped when adjusting the seats. be routed across the middle of your shoulder Observe the notes on airbags. be routed in your pelvic area across the Secure children as recommended;...
Page 105 45). For this reason, it is not pos- Turn handwheel = in the desired direction. sible to remove the head restraints from the front seats. Please contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Adjusting the seat electrically Centre for more information. Related topics:...
Page 106 Seats Rear seat head restraints position if it was previously in an unfavour- able position. Lowering and extending the rear seat You can store the seat settings using the head restraints from the front (Cabriolet) memory function ( page 112). Vehicles with the through-loading feature and memory function: if you fold down a rear seat backrest, the respective front...
Page 107 Seats Lower the head restraints in the rear com- Folding the front-seat backrests partment manually if: forward/back the head restraint electronics are malfunc- Important safety notes tioning the opening or closing procedure of the soft WARNING top is interrupted leaving the soft top com- Make sure that the backrest engages fully.
Page 108 Seats Vehicles without memory function: release the head restraint if necessary and push it down. Pull seat release handle : forwards and fold the backrest forwards until the seat backrest engages. Push the seat as far forwards as it will go. Vehicles with memory function: pull seat release handle : forwards and fold the backrest forwards as far as it will go.
Page 109 Seats Problems with the seat heating Switching the seat heating on/off The seat heating has switched off prema- Switching on/off turely or cannot be switched on. The vehicle's WARNING electrical system voltage is too low because too many electrical consumers are switched Repeatedly setting the seat heating to level 3 may result in excessive seat temperatures.
Page 110: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel driver's seat automatically switches to the Make sure that the key is in position 2 in highest level. the ignition lock. To activate: press button :. To switch off: press button : repeatedly Three red indicator lamps in the button light until all the indicator lamps go out.
Page 111 Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electri- the steering wheel and thereby cause an acci- cally dent. However, the steerability of the vehicle is not affected. Adjusting the steering wheel man- ually To adjust the steering wheel height To adjust the steering wheel position (fore-and-aft adjustment) Related topics: EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature...
Page 112: Mirrors
Mirrors The crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is thereby unintentionally activate the EASY- only operational if the EASY-EXIT/ENTRY fea- ENTRY/EXIT feature and become trapped. ture is activated in the on-board computer. Position of the steering wheel when the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is active Mirrors The steering wheel tilts upwards if you: Rear-view mirror...
Page 113 Mirrors Make sure that the exterior mirrors are always folded out fully while the vehicle is in motion, as they may otherwise vibrate. Setting the exterior mirrors If the battery has been disconnected or com- pletely discharged, the exterior mirrors must be reset.
Page 114 Mirrors Engage reverse gear. Automatic anti-dazzle mirrors The exterior mirror on the front-passenger WARNING side moves to the preset parking position. If incident light from headlamps is prevented Use adjustment button = to adjust the from striking the sensor in the rear-view mir- exterior mirror to a position that allows you ror, for instance, by luggage piled too high in to see the rear wheel and the kerb.
Page 115: Memory Functions
Memory functions The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves back to its original position: as soon as you exceed a speed of 10 km/h about ten seconds after you have disen- gaged reverse gear if you press button : for the exterior mir- ror on the driver's side Memory functions Adjust the seat (...
Page 116 Useful information ......114 Exterior lighting ........ 114 Interior lighting ......... 120 Changing bulbs ......... 121 Windscreen wipers ......124...
Page 117: Useful Information
Please read the information on qualified specialist workshops ( page 22). Exterior lighting Important safety notes For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you drive with the lights switched Left-hand parking lamps on even during the daytime. In some coun- Right-hand parking lamps...
Page 118: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting If you hear a warning tone when you leave the WARNING vehicle, the lights may still be switched on. If the light switch is set to Ã, the dipped- Turn the light switch to Ã. beam headlamps will not come on automati- cally if it is foggy.
Page 119 Exterior lighting Rear foglamp Driver's seat, front-passenger seat and rear seats occupied, boot laden To switch on the rear foglamp: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 or start Driver's and front-passenger seats occu- the engine. pied and maximum permissible rear axle load utilised, e.g.
Page 120 Exterior lighting To indicate briefly: press the combination Hazard warning lamps switch briefly to the pressure point in the direction of arrow ; or ?. The corresponding turn signal flashes three times. To indicate: press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow ;...
Page 121 Exterior lighting the steering wheel to the straight-ahead posi- Intelligent Light System tion. Active light function The cornering light function may remain lit for a short time, but is automatically switched off after no more than three minutes. Motorway mode The active light function is a system that moves the headlamps according to the steer- ing movements of the front wheels.
Page 122 Exterior lighting Active: if you are driving at speeds below To activate: activate the Adaptive High- 70 km/h and you switch on the rear foglamp beam Assist function using the on-board computer ( page 227). Not active: if you are driving at speeds above Turn the light switch to Ã.
Page 123: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting Interior lighting The system may be impaired or deactivated: if there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, Overview of interior lighting rain, fog or spray if the area of the windscreen around the optical sensor is dirty, misted up or covered up, e.g.
Page 124: Changing Bulbs
The interior light is activated for a short while required. when the key is removed from the ignition Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a lock. You can activate this delayed switch-off Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- using the on-board computer ( page 228).
Page 125 Due to their location, have the bulbs in the left-hand headlamp changed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Halogen headlamps Switch off the lights. Dipped-beam headlamps : H7 55 W Open the bonnet.
Page 126 Align housing cover : and turn it clock- wise until it engages. Due to their location, have the bulbs in the left-hand headlamp changed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Switch off the lights. Open the bonnet.
Page 127 Windscreen wipers Turn the bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from bulb holder :. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder : and turn it clockwise. Insert bulb holder : into the lamp and turn it clockwise. Windscreen wipers Combination switch Switching the windscreen wipers on/ $ Windscreen wipers off...
Page 128: Windscreen Wipers
Fold the wiper arm back onto the wind- windscreen may be damaged by the force screen. of the impact. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades replaced by a qualified Problems with the windscreen wipers specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes- Benz Service Centre.
Page 129 Windscreen wipers Select another wiper speed on the combi- nation switch. Have the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop. The spray nozzles are misaligned The windscreen washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits the centre of the wind- screen.
Page 130 Useful information ......128 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 128 Operating the climate control sys- tem ............. 131 Adjusting the air vents ..... 141...
Page 131: Useful Information
Overview of climate control systems interval for replacing the filter, which is Useful information specified in the Service Booklet. As it depends on environmental conditions, e.g. This Owner's Manual describes all models heavy air pollution, the interval may be and all standard and optional equipment shorter than stated in the Service Booklet.
Page 132: Overview Of Climate Control Systems
Overview of climate control systems Control panel for THERMATIC automatic climate control (2-zone) Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 135) Demists the windscreen ( page 134) Activates/deactivates the ZONE function ( page 134) Display Sets climate control to automatic mode ( page 132) Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidification ( page 131)
Page 133 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control (3-zone) Front control panel Sets climate control to automatic mode ( page 132) Demists the windscreen ( page 134) Activates/deactivates the ZONE function ( page 134) Display Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 135) Activates/deactivates the residual heat function ( page 136)
Page 134: Operating The Climate Control System
Operating the climate control system Switch on climate control primarily using Notes on using THERMOTRONIC auto- the Ã button ( page 132). matic climate control Below, you can find a number of notes and Activating/deactivating recommendations to help you use THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition optimally.
Page 135 Operating the climate control system ant does not contain chlorofluorocarbons, can select a climate mode setting and therefore does not damage the ozone page 132). layer. To deactivate: press the air distribution button. Activating/deactivating THERMATIC automatic climate control: press button F( page 129).
Page 136 Operating the climate control system Press button F or J up or down Setting the temperature page 130). THERMATIC automatic climate control Only change the temperature setting in small increments. Start at 22 †. Different temperatures can be set for the driver's and front-passenger sides.
Page 137 Operating the climate control system THERMOTRONIC automatic climate To switch off: press the á button. control The indicator lamp above the á button goes out. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition THERMATIC automatic climate control: the lock. temperature setting for the driver's side is Press switch I up or down repeatedly until adopted for the front-passenger side.
Page 138 Operating the climate control system Press the Ã button. Rear window heating The indicator lamp above the ¬ button Activating/deactivating goes out. Airflow and air distribution are set to automatic mode. WARNING Clear all windows of ice or snow before setting THERMATIC automatic climate control: off.
Page 139 Operating the climate control system ing visibility and endangering yourself and clear of the side windows when they are being others. This may prevent you from observing opened or closed. You or the objects could be the traffic conditions, thereby causing an drawn in or become trapped between the side accident.
Page 140 The auxiliary heating switches off automati- cally after 50 minutes. This time limit can be altered. To do this, visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 141 The on-board computer can be used to spec- sult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a ify up to three departure times, one of which Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. may be preselected ( page 229). The remote control has a maximum range of approximately 300 metres.
Page 142 Operating the climate control system The auxiliary ventilation is switched on. The num- ber in the display shows the remaining time (in minutes) for the auxiliary ventilation. The auxiliary heating is switched on. The number in the display shows the remaining time (in Auxiliary heating remote control minutes) for the auxiliary...
Page 143 Operating the climate control system Press the u and ^ buttons simulta- Slide battery cover ; back onto the neously. remote control. The new departure time is stored. Use the remote control to check the vehi- cle's auxiliary heating functions. Activating a set departure time Press the , or .
Page 144: Adjusting The Air Vents
Adjusting the air vents Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The starter battery is not charged sufficiently or the system is FAIL faulty. Charge the starter battery. Make another attempt to switch on the auxiliary heating using the remote control.
Page 145 Adjusting the air vents flow depends on the airflow and air distribu- Setting the centre air vents tion settings. ! Close the air vent when heating the vehi- cle. At high outside temperatures, open the air vent and activate the "cooling with air dehu- midification"...
Page 146 Adjusting the air vents Rear control panel for THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control Rear-compartment air vent, left To open/close: turn thumbwheel : up or down. Setting the AIRSCARF vents WARNING Very hot air can flow out of the AIRSCARF vents in the head restraints when AIRSCARF is in operation.
Page 148 Useful information ......146 Running-in notes ....... 146 Driving ..........146 Manual transmission ......153 Automatic transmission ....154 Refuelling ........... 160 Parking ..........165 Driving tips ........166 Driving systems ........ 169 Trailer towing ........204...
Page 149: Useful Information
Driving Vehicles with automatic transmission: Useful information If possible, do not depress the accelerator This Owner's Manual describes all models pedal past the point of resistance (kick- and all standard and optional equipment down). available to your vehicle at the time of pub- Only select shift ranges 3, 2 or 1 when driv- lication of the Owner's Manual.
Page 150 Driving Where possible, avoid spinning the drive The Start/Stop button must be inserted into wheels when pulling away on slippery the ignition lock and the key must be in the roads. Otherwise, you could damage the vehicle. drive train. Pressing the Start/Stop button several times in succession corresponds to the different key positions in the ignition lock.
Page 151 Driving Manual transmission You do not have to remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock when you Depress the brake pedal and keep it leave the vehicle. depressed. Fully depress the clutch pedal. Shift to neutral N. You can only start the engine when the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
Page 152 Driving Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engine The vehicle locks centrally once you have pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors WARNING drop down. Your vehicle can be started using a valid KEY- You can open the doors from the inside at LESS-GO key.
Page 153 Driving operational when ECO symbol : is shown in WARNING the multifunction display. Never leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start assist. After approximately one second, ! Always switch the ignition off and take the hill start assist will no longer brake your vehi- key with you when leaving the vehicle.
Page 154 Driving can be switched off with the ECO button then not be switched off automatically when page 151). the vehicle stops. The ECO start/stop function is activated Automatic engine start each time the engine is switched on. If the engine has been switched off by the ECO start/stop function, it restarts automat- ically if you: depress the clutch pedal...
Page 155 If the engine does not start after several attempts: Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The engine does not The fuel tank is empty.
Page 156: Manual Transmission
The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently. At coolant temperatures under 120 †, drive on to the nearest qualified specialist workshop, e.g. to a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving on mountain roads and stop/start driving.
Page 157 Automatic transmission Neutral N with ECO start/stop func- Automatic transmission tion activated Important safety notes In neutral N, the engine is switched off if the WARNING vehicle speed is below a certain threshold and the clutch pedal is not depressed. The movement of the pedals must not be impaired in any way.
Page 158 Automatic transmission Transmission position and drive pro- Neutral gram display Do not shift the transmission to N while driving. Otherwise, the auto- matic transmission could be dam- aged. Releasing the brakes will allow you to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to push it or tow it.
Page 159 Automatic transmission Double-clutch function E 350 and E 500 only: when shifting down, the double-clutch function is active regard- less of the currently selected drive program. The double-clutch function reduces load change reactions and is conducive to a sporty driving style. The sound generated by the double-clutch function depends on the drive program selected.
Page 160: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission Press program selector button : repeat- the vehicle pulling away more gently in forward and reverse gears, unless the edly until the letter for the desired gearshift accelerator pedal is depressed fully. program appears in the multifunction dis- play.
Page 161 Automatic transmission Restricting the shift range Pull the left-hand steering wheel gearshift Press the selector lever to the left towards paddle and hold it in position. D–. The automatic transmission shifts to the gear which allows optimum acceleration Pull the left-hand steering wheel gearshift and deceleration.
Page 162 Automatic transmission the left-hand steering wheel gearshift pad- dle until the transmission shifts to the opti- mal gear for the current speed. Kickdown You can also use kickdown for maximum acceleration in manual drive program M. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point.
Page 163 The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating. It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.
Page 164: Refuelling
Other- deposits to build up. In such cases, and in wise, the fuel will enter the fuel lines. Notify consultation with a Mercedes-Benz Service a qualified specialist workshop and have Centre, the petrol may be mixed with the...
Page 165 ! Use a filter when adding fuel from a fuel use flow improvers that have been tested and can. Otherwise, the fuel lines and/or the approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain diesel injection system could be blocked by further information from any Mercedes-Benz particles from the fuel can.
Page 166 Refuelling Completely insert the pump nozzle into the Refuelling filler neck and refuel. Fuel filler flap Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off. The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked auto- matically when you open or close the vehicle ! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the with the key or using KEYLESS-GO.
Page 167 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of explosion or fire vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Turn the key to position 0 ( page 147) in the ignition lock immediately and remove it.
Page 168: Parking
Parking Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuel filler flap can- The fuel filler flap is not unlocked. not be opened. The key battery is discharged. Unlock the vehicle ( page 72). Unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element page 74).
Page 169 0, i.e. key removed. shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The engine can be turned off while the If you leave the vehicle parked up for longer...
Page 170: Driving Tips
Driving tips Heavy and light loads Engine oil ! Vehicles with a diesel particle filter: WARNING If the vehicle is mostly driven for short dis- Never depress the brake pedal continuously tances, it is possible that malfunctions may while the vehicle is in motion, e.g. never cause occur during the automatic cleaning of the the brakes to rub by applying constant slight diesel particle filter.
Page 171 Brake pads/linings which have not waves. This may cause the maximum per- been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or missible water depth to be exceeded. which are not of an equivalent quality could These notes must be observed under all affect your vehicle's operating safety.
Page 172: Driving Systems
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. shift to a lower gear in good time or select Observe the notes in the "Winter operation"...
Page 173 Driving systems Selecting cruise control or winding roads). You may otherwise cause an accident. Check whether LIM indicator lamp ; is off. on slippery roads. The drive wheels may If it is off, cruise control is already selected. lose their grip when braking or accelerating If it is not, press the cruise control lever in and the vehicle may skid.
Page 174 Driving systems Deactivating cruise control Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you =. There are several ways to deactivate cruise Remove your foot from the accelerator control: pedal. Briefly press the cruise control lever for- The first time cruise control is activated, it wards B.
Page 175 Driving systems On long and steep downhill gradients, espe- WARNING cially if the vehicle is laden or towing a trailer, DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take account of road you must select shift range 1, 2 or 3 in good and traffic conditions. If DISTRONIC does not time.
Page 176 Driving systems If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC PLUS operates in the same way as cruise control in the speed range between 30 km/h and 200 km/h. If a vehicle is driving in front of you, DISTRONIC operates in the speed range between 0 km/h and 200 km/h.
Page 177 Driving systems To activate the DISTRONIC PLUS, the follow- Activating when driving towards a sta- tionary vehicle ing conditions must be fulfilled: If the vehicle in front of you is stationary, you the engine must be running. It may take up can only activate DISTRONIC PLUS once your to two minutes of driving before DIS- vehicle is stationary as well.
Page 178 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS uses additional information WARNING from your navigation system so that it can If you depress the brake, DISTRONIC PLUS is react appropriately to certain traffic situa- deactivated unless your vehicle is stationary. tions. This is the case if, while following a DISTRONIC PLUS then no longer brakes your vehicle, DISTRONIC PLUS is active and you: vehicle.
Page 179 Driving systems The horn will also sound at regular intervals if The DISTRONIC PLUS braking effect is can- DISTRONIC PLUS is activated and you: celled and the vehicle can start moving if: switch the engine off, open the driver's DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated using the door and take off your seat belt cruise control lever.
Page 180 Driving systems Making adjustments in 10 km/h incre- ments Briefly press the cruise control lever beyond the pressure point, up : for a higher speed or down A for a lower speed. The last speed stored is increased or reduced. Storing the current speed or calling up the stored speed To increase: turn control ;...
Page 181 Driving systems If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front, You will see the stored speed for about five segments ; between speed of the vehicle in seconds when you activate DISTRONIC PLUS. After this time, you will see the following in front : and stored speed = light up.
Page 182 Driving systems away. DISTRONIC PLUS is then deactivated, and the message disappears. Briefly press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow =. Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Variable SPEEDTRONIC is selected. LIM indicator lamp ; in the cruise control lever General notes lights up.
Page 183 Driving systems Other vehicles changing lane detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obstacle or stationary vehicle, DISTRONIC PLUS will not brake for these. Crossing vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the vehi- cle cutting in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short.
Page 184 Driving systems WARNING Do not change down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface. This could cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and the vehicle could skid. You can set a variable or permanent limit speed: variable for speed limits, e.g.
Page 185 Driving systems Making adjustments in 1 km/h incre- It is not possible to deactivate variable ments SPEEDTRONIC by braking. Briefly press the cruise control lever to the Storing the current speed pressure point, up : for a higher speed or You can use the cruise control lever to limit down ? for a lower speed.
Page 186 Driving systems Permanent SPEEDTRONIC You can use the on-board computer to limit the speed permanently to a value between 160 km/h (e.g. for driving on winter tyres) and the maximum speed ( page 228). Shortly before the stored speed is reached, it appears in the multifunction display.
Page 187 Driving systems Quickly depress the brake pedal further HOLD function until HOLD display : appears in the multi- General notes function display. The HOLD function is activated. You can The HOLD function can assist the driver in the release the brake pedal. following situations: when pulling away, especially on steep If depressing the brake pedal the first...
Page 188 Driving systems The sounding of the horn alerts you to the fact The braking effect of the HOLD function is that the vehicle has been parked while the cancelled and the vehicle could roll away if: HOLD function is still activated. The tone the HOLD function is deactivated by becomes louder if you attempt to lock the depressing the accelerator pedal or the...
Page 189 Driving systems PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when you: switch on the ignition shift to position D, R or N on vehicles with automatic transmission release the parking brake PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above 18 km/h. It is reactivated at lower speeds. PARKTRONIC monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper Example;...
Page 190 Driving systems the minimum, the distance may no longer be Manual transmission: shown. Gear lever posi- Warning display tion Warning displays Forwards gear Front area activated The warning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle. The warning display for the front area is located Neutral on the dashboard above the centre air vents.
Page 191 Driving systems Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp : lights up, PARKTRONIC is deactivated. Parking Guidance is also deacti- vated. PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Trailer towing PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area when you establish an electrical connection...
Page 192 Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
Page 193 Driving systems lead you across or onto the kerb. If neces- might therefore issue steering instructions sary, cancel the parking procedure with too soon. This may lead to a collision. For this Parking Guidance. reason, you should avoid using Parking Guid- ance in such situations.
Page 194 Driving systems Parking Guidance will only detect parking spaces: that are parallel to the direction of travel that are at least 1.5 m wide that are at least 1.3 m longer than your vehicle A parking space is displayed while you are Example: vehicles with automatic transmission driving past it, and until you are approx- If necessary, reverse towards the parking...
Page 195 Driving systems To reverse into the parking space: main- Reversing camera tain the steering wheel angle and reverse Important safety notes carefully. Stop as soon as you hear a warning tone, The reversing camera is an optical parking at the latest when PARKTRONIC sounds the aid.
Page 196 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use slanted posts a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this The lines are only guides, not accurate meas- purpose. urements of the distance to an obstacle.
Page 197 Driving systems 1.0 m and red guide line = indicates a dis- The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is restricted and warnings may be delayed or tance of approximately 0.25 m. The distances not occur at all: only apply to objects that are at ground level. Blue guide lines : depict the width required if the road condition is poor, e.g.
Page 198 Driving systems still detects typical indicators of fatigue or The system may be impaired or may not func- increasing lapses in concentration, you will be tion if: warned again after 15 minutes at the earliest. there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you con- rain, fog or spray.
Page 199 Driving systems Blind Spot Assist Briefly showing detected traffic signs in the multifunction display Important safety notes When you activate the Speed Limit Assist Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor system warning function, a traffic sign indicating the to monitor the areas on both sides of your speed limit or end of speed limit zone : may vehicle.
Page 200 Example: Coupé workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service WARNING Centre. Blind Spot Assist may otherwise not Blind Spot Assist monitors certain areas in the work properly.
Page 201 Driving systems the warning only occurs if the difference in able See Owner's Manual message speed is less than 12 km/h. appears in the multifunction display. The yellow indicator lamp goes out if reverse You can deactivate the indicator lamps in gear is engaged.
Page 202 Driving systems cle that are behind the driver. A warning dis- the lane markings are worn away, dark or play in the exterior mirrors draws your atten- covered up, e.g. by dirt or snow. tion to detected vehicles in the monitored the distance to the vehicle in front is too area.
Page 203 Mercedes-Benz Service Example: Coupé Centre. Active Blind Spot Assist may other- wise fail to work correctly.
Page 204 Driving systems 30 km/h, warning lamp : on the corre- exterior mirror and the following is shown in the multifunction display, for example: sponding side lights up red. This warning is always emitted when a vehicle enters the blind spot monitoring range from behind or from the side.
Page 205 Driving systems a driving safety system intervenes, such as ® ® or PRE-SAFE Brake. ® is deactivated. a loss of tyre pressure or a defective tyre is detected. Activating Active Blind Spot Assist Make sure that the radar sensor system page 229) and Active Blind Spot Assist page 224) are activated in the on-board computer.
Page 206 Driving systems Lane-correcting brake application the lane markings change quickly, e.g. If you leave your lane under certain circum- lanes branch off, cross one another or stances, the vehicle will brake briefly on one merge. side. This is designed to help you bring the the road is narrow and winding.
Page 207 Trailer towing A lane-correcting brake application is inter- ings. You can, for example, countersteer gen- rupted automatically if: tly at any time to cancel inappropriate braking action, e.g. if you intentionally drive across a a driving safety system intervenes, such as solid lane marking.
Page 208 For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- imum permissible rear axle load is increased when towing a trailer. Refer to the "Technical...
Page 209 Trailer towing data" section to find out whether this applies level. When driving in mountainous areas, to your vehicle. If you utilise any of the added note that the power output of the engine, maximum rear axle load when towing a trailer, and consequently the vehicle's gradient- the vehicle/trailer combination may not climbing capability, decrease with increas-...
Page 210 Trailer towing Coupling up a trailer WARNING Do not disconnect a trailer with an engaged overrun brake. Otherwise, your hand could become trapped between the bumper and trailer drawbar. Make sure that the transmission is in posi- tion P. Apply the parking brake. Pull out release wheel ;.
Page 211 Trailer towing Secure the trailer against rolling away. Pull out release wheel ;. Remove the trailer cable and decouple the Turn release wheel ; anti-clockwise. trailer. The ball coupling unlocks and lowers. Indi- cator lamp : flashes. Folding in the ball coupling Fold the ball coupling back in if you are not using the trailer tow hitch.
Page 212 You can obtain further information about Open the socket cover. installing the trailer electrics from a qualified Insert the connector with lug : into specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz groove ; on the socket and turn the con- Service Centre. nector clockwise to the stop.
Page 214 Useful information ......212 Important safety notes ....212 Displays and operation ....212 Menus and submenus ...... 216 Display messages ......232 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......255...
Page 215: Useful Information
Mercedes-Benz recom- WARNING mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Only use the on-board computer when road Centre for this purpose. In particular, work and traffic conditions permit. You would oth-...
Page 216: Displays And Operation
Displays and operation ! Do not drive in the overrevving range. Operating the on-board computer Doing so will damage the engine. Overview The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the The on-board computer is activated as soon engine when the red band is reached. as you turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock.
Page 217 Displays and operation Left control panel Adjusts the volume Calls up the menu and menu bar Mute Press briefly: Back button Scrolls through lists Press briefly: Selects a submenu or function In the Audio menu: selects a Back stored station, an audio track or Switches off LINGUATRONIC a video scene Hides display messages or calls...
Page 218 Displays and operation Vehicles with manual transmission: the indicators in the lower part of the multifunc- tion display differ from the display shown here. The following messages can appear in the multifunction display: Shift recommendation page 154) Parking Guidance ( page 189) Adaptive Highbeam Assist page 119)
Page 219 Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Menu overview The number of menus shown depends on the optional equipment in the vehicle. Function Trip menu ( page 217) Navi menu (navigation instructions) ( page 218) Audio menu ( page 219) menu (telephone) ( page 221) Assist.
Page 220: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus the ignition has been switched off for more Trip menu than four hours. Standard display 999 hours have been exceeded. 9999 kilometres have been exceeded. From reset trip computer is reset if the trip exceeds 9999 hours or 99,999 kilome- tres.
Page 221 Menus and submenus Route guidance not active If the gearshift recommendation is shown in the multifunction display, it is not shown in the status bar. For further information on gearshift recom- mendations, see ( page 154). Resetting values You can reset the values of the following func- Direction of travel tions: Current street...
Page 222 Menus and submenus direction ?. This decreases in size as you Off map road: the vehicle position is outside the area of the digital map (off- approach the announced change of direction. map position). Change of direction announced with a route: no route could be calculated to lane recommendation the selected destination.
Page 223 Menus and submenus Audio player or audio media operation Switch on COMAND APS and select TV (see the separate operating instructions). Audio data from various audio devices or Press the = or ; button on the steer- media can be played, depending on the equip- ing wheel to select the Audio menu.
Page 224 ® mobile phones via Bluetooth in any Mercedes Benz Service Centre on the Internet at http:// www.mercedes-benz.com/connect WARNING Press the 6 button on the steering Observe the legal requirements of the country wheel to accept an incoming call.
Page 225 Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button to select the Assistance menu desired name. Introduction To start scrolling rapidly, press and hold the 9 or : button for longer than one second. After a short time, the rapid scroll speeds up.
Page 226 Menus and submenus Press = or ; on the steering wheel ® For further information about ESP , see to select the Assist. menu. page 64). Press 9 or : to select Speed Lim. Start the engine. Asst.. Press = or ; on the steering wheel Press a.
Page 227 Menus and submenus Vehicles with Parking Guidance: if PARK- Press = or ; on the steering wheel TRONIC is activated and you are driving at a to select the Assist. menu. speed under 35 km/h, the j Parking Guid- Press 9 or : to select Lane Keep.
Page 228 Menus and submenus changing the instrument cluster settings Switching the additional speedometer on/off changing the time/date settings Only vehicles with manual transmission have changing the light settings this function. changing the vehicle settings Vehicles for the United Kingdom: this changing the auxiliary heating settings function is not available.
Page 229 Menus and submenus Time/date Lights This submenu is only available on vehicles Switching the daytime driving lights on/ with Audio 20. In the Time/date submenu, you can set the If you have activated the Day lights func- time and date. tion and the light switch is set to Ã, the Your vehicle could have the following audio daytime driving lights are automatically...
Page 230 Press the = or ; button on the steer- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ing wheel to select the Settings menu.
Page 231 Menus and submenus around the vehicle are displayed in red in Press the a button to confirm. the multifunction display. Press : or 9 to select the Limit Press the a button to save the setting. speed (winter tyres): function. You will see the current setting.
Page 232 Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the The auxiliary heating timer function calcu- lates the switch-on time according to the out- Acoustic Lock function. side temperature so that the vehicle is pre- If the Acoustic Lock function is activated, heated by the departure time.
Page 233 Menus and submenus Selecting the departure time or deactivat- WARNING ing a selected departure time The steering wheel moves when the EASY- Press the = or ; button on the steer- ENTRY/EXIT feature is active. There is a risk ing wheel to select the Settings menu.
Page 234 Menus and submenus open a door, the exterior mirrors fold out again. If you have switched the function on and you fold the exterior mirrors in using the button on the door ( page 110), they will not fold out automatically. The exterior mirrors can then only be folded out using the button on the door.
Page 235: Display Messages
Display messages Display messages General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Owner's Manual and may differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Owner's Manual.
Page 236 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ Risk of accident ® ® ABS, ESP , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function, hill start assist currently unavail‐ ® and ESP trailer stabilisation are temporarily not available. able See Owner's Manual ®...
Page 237 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ Risk of accident ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function, hill start assist and inoperative See ® trailer stabilisation are not available due to a malfunction. Owner's Manual ®...
Page 238 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function or DIS- TRONIC PLUS is active. Brake immediately Vehicles with manual transmission: with the HOLD function acti- vated, you have either: opened the driver's door and released the seat belt or switched off the engine or opened the bonnet A tone may also sound at regular intervals.
Page 239 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE Risk of accident Functions cur‐ ® PRE-SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative if: rently limited See the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator grille is dirty. Owner's Manual the sensors in the bumpers are dirty. its function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.
Page 240 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ý Risk of injury If the symbol appears in the multifunction display, a seat belt tongue has not been clipped into a rear seat belt buckle. If necessary, ask the occupants in the rear to fasten their seat belts.
Page 241 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of injury SRS has malfunctioned at the rear on the left or right. The 6 Rear left malfunc‐ warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. tion Consult work‐ shop Rear right Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 242 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand trailer turn signal lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself. Trailer left indi‐ cator Trailer Visit a qualified specialist workshop. right indicator The trailer brake lamp is faulty.
Page 243 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand high beam is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Left main beam page 121). Right main beam Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The left or right-hand licence plate lamp is faulty.
Page 244 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The Intelligent Light System is faulty. The lights remain available without the Intelligent Light System. Intell. Light Sys‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. tem inoperative The exterior lighting is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Malfunction See Owner's Manual Vehicles with trailer tow hitch: a fuse may have blown.
Page 245 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Top up the coolant, observing the warning notes before doing Top up coolant See so ( page 283). Owner's Manual If the coolant needs topping up more often than usual, have the engine coolant system checked at a qualified specialist work- shop.
Page 246 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes are: a faulty alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
Page 247 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions À Based on specific criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has determined that the driver is tired or paying less attention. A warning tone also Attention Assist: sounds. Drowsiness detec‐ If necessary, take a break. During long journeys, take regular breaks in good time so you get enough rest.
Page 248 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar sensor Vehicles with a navigation system: the vehicle is close to a radio telescope facility and is therefore prohibited from transmitting any deactivated autom. radar signals. The radar sensor system has switched off automat- See Owner's Manual ically ( page 345).
Page 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inop- erative if: currently unavail‐ able See Owner's you have established the electrical connection between the Manual Active trailer and your vehicle.
Page 250 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Parking Guidance Parking Guidance has been deactivated because: cancelled the vehicle is skidding. the sensors are dirty. a malfunction has occurred. A warning tone also sounds. Reactivate Parking Guidance later ( page 189).
Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated and is temporarily inoperative if: currently unavail‐ the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator grille is dirty. able See Owner's the sensors in the bumpers are dirty. Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
Page 252 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise control A condition for activating cruise control has not been met. --- km/h You have tried to store a speed below 30 km/h, for example. If conditions permit, drive faster than 30 km/h and store the speed.
Page 253 Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in To start engine, position R or D. shift to either P or N Shift the transmission to position P or N. You have switched off the engine with the Start/Stop button and opened the driver's door.
Page 254 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds. Close all doors. Risk of injury The backrest in the rear is not engaged on the left-hand and/or Rear left seat right-hand side.
Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions & The on-board voltage is too low. The auxiliary heating has switched itself off or cannot be switched on ( page 137). inoperative Bat‐ Drive for a longer distance. tery low The battery is being charged.
Page 256 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The soft top has been opened and closed several times in a row. The soft-top drive has been switched off automatically for safety reasons. You can open and close the soft top again after approximately ten minutes.
Page 257 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The KEYLESS-GO key is not detected while the engine is running because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 258: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Seat belt Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. Only for certain coun- tries: the red seat belt Fasten your seat belt (...
Page 259 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of injury The red seat belt warn- The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. At ing lamp flashes and an the same time, you are driving faster than 25 km/h or have briefly intermittent audible driven faster than 25 km/h.
Page 260 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident The red brake system There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid reservoir. warning lamp comes on Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying while the engine is run- attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 261 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Jäå! Risk of accident The red brake warning ® ABS and ESP are malfunctioning. Therefore, BAS, BAS PLUS, ® lamp, the yellow ESP ® ® EBD, PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function, hill start ®...
Page 262 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions äå Risk of accident ® The yellow ESP ® ® ® , BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD ® OFF warning ® function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP trailer lamps are lit while the ®...
Page 263 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a fault, for example: The yellow engine diag- in the engine management nostics warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.
Page 264 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant warn- If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator ing lamp comes on may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be mal- while the engine is run- functioning.
Page 265 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions · Risk of accident The red distance warn- The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed ing lamp lights up while selected.
Page 266 Useful information ......264 Loading guidelines (Coupé) ..... 264 Stowage areas ........264 Features ..........269...
Page 267 Stowage areas or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle Useful information (including occupants). position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- This Owner's Manual describes all models sible and as low down in the boot as pos- and all standard and optional equipment sible.
Page 268 Stowage areas Front stowage compartments Stowage compartment in the centre con- sole Glove compartment The glove compartment can be ventilated page 142). Example: Coupé To open: slide cover : back. Stowage compartment/telephone com- To open: pull handle : and open glove partment under the armrest compartment flap ;.
Page 269 Stowage areas Luggage nets WARNING Always drive with the boot lid closed. Exhaust WARNING fumes could otherwise enter the vehicle inte- Only place lightweight objects in the luggage rior. net. Do not use it to transport heavy, sharp- edged or fragile objects. The luggage net can- The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr- not secure the objects sufficiently in the event ests can be folded down separately to...
Page 270 Stowage areas Fold rear seat backrest ; forwards. Securing a load Move the driver's or front-passenger seat Lashing eyelets back if necessary. WARNING Folding back the seat backrest Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly. Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you: brake sharply change direction suddenly...
Page 271 Stowage areas Bag hook WARNING Only hang light loads on the bag holders. Do not use them to transport heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects. When braking sharply, changing direction quickly or in the event of an accident, the bag hooks will not secure the items sufficiently.
Page 272 Fold covers : upwards. ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you Only secure the roof carrier to the anchor- only use roof carriers that have been tested age points under covers :.
Page 273 Features To open: slide cover ; back. the upper section of cup holder : faces forwards. Removing and fitting the cup holder Press the cup holder downwards until it Removing engages on the front-passenger side. Cup holder in the rear stowage box Pry groove ;...
Page 274 Features Example: Coupé Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition Mirror light lock. Bracket To extend or retract: briefly press but- ton :. Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket The roller sunblind fully extends or fully Vanity mirror retracts.
Page 275 Features To open: slide cover : forwards until it engages. To remove the insert: hold insert = by the ribbing at the sides and lift it up ; and out. To refit the insert: press insert = into the holder until it engages. To close: press cover : briefly at the front.
Page 276 Features Socket in the glove compartment Pull cover ; out by its top edge. Lift up the cover of socket :. Open the glove compartment page 265). Lift up the cover of socket :. Mobile phone Socket in the front-compartment centre Important notes console WARNING...
Page 277 Features Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an If the mobile phone is inserted in the mobile approved exterior aerial. This ensures: phone bracket, you can speak to the person you are calling using the hands-free system. optimal mobile phone reception quality in...
Page 278 ® HomeLink and/or compatible products is After a short time, indicator lamp : starts available from: flashing yellow. any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Indicator lamp : flashes yellow immedi- ® the HomeLink hotline ately the first time that the transmitter but- (0) 08000 466 354 65 (free of charge) or ton is programmed.
Page 279 Features door opener depends on the garage door Usually, you now have 30 seconds to ini- drive system. You might require several tiate the next step. attempts. You should test every position for Press the previously programmed button of at least 25 seconds before trying another ®...
Page 280 Features Opening or closing the garage door Once programmed, the integrated garage door opener will assume the function of the garage door system's remote control. Please also read the operating instructions for the garage door system. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 281 Features Frequencies for the garage door opener The radio type approval number and the frequency range for the garage door opener can be found on the Internet at: http://www.mercedes-benz.de/betriebsanleitung. Floormat on the driver's side WARNING Make sure that there is sufficient clearance around the pedals when floormats are used, and that the floormats are properly secured.
Page 282 Useful information ......280 Engine compartment ......280 Maintenance ........284 Care ............ 285...
Page 283: Useful Information
Engine compartment ! Do not try to press down the raised bon- Useful information net at the back. Otherwise, the bonnet could be damaged. This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment Even if the active bonnet has been triggered, available to your vehicle at the time of pub- you can still continue driving and have it reset lication of the Owner's Manual.
Page 284: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment If you push the lids back, you will notice a To avoid the risk of burns, only touch those resistance. components described in the Owner's Manual Release bonnet :. and observe the relevant safety notes. Check whether the lids of bonnet lifter ; WARNING are resting on housings = (arrow).
Page 285 Engine compartment Lower the bonnet and let it fall from a height of approximately 20 cm. Check that the bonnet has engaged prop- erly. If the bonnet can be raised slightly, it is not properly engaged. Open it again and close it with a little more force.
Page 286 Engine compartment Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide Replace cap : on the filler neck and tube to the stop, and take it out again. tighten clockwise. The oil level is correct if the level is between Ensure that the cap locks into place MIN mark = and MAX mark ;.
Page 287: Maintenance
Mercedes-Benz recommends Example: washer fluid reservoir that you use products tested and approved Mix the windscreen washer fluid in a con- by Mercedes-Benz. They are listed in this tainer beforehand. Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the At temperatures above freezing: fill the appropriate section.
Page 288: Care
! If the ASSYST PLUS service interval dis- ted. play has been inadvertently reset, this set- Maintaining the time-dependent service ting can be corrected at a Mercedes-Benz schedule: Service Centre. Note down the service due date displayed Have service work carried out as described in the multifunction display before discon- in the Service Booklet.
Page 289 Care Use care products and cleaning agents rec- PLUS before the vehicle is washed in an auto- ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. matic car wash. ! For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car of the following: wash from the very start.
Page 290 In such cases, visit a qualified spe- cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz ! Always maintain a distance of at least Service Centre. 30 cm between the vehicle and the high- pressure cleaner nozzle.
Page 291 (shiny, spotted areas). cialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Always have paintwork repairs performed Service Centre. at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Cover the soft top with a suitable cover if Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 292 Mercedes-Benz. Mercedes-Benz and rinse it with clean water. Cleaning the windows ! Do not use high-pressure cleaning equip- WARNING ment to clean the net.
Page 293 Cleaning the exterior lighting Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior lighting using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. ! Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses.
Page 294 Maintenance of the ball coupling and trailer tow hitch can also be performed at scented oil bottles or similar items a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a You could otherwise damage the plastic. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 295 Only use leather care agents that have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain these from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service centre. clean artificial leather covers with a cloth moistened with a solution containing 1% detergent (e.g.
Page 296 Useful information ......294 Where will I find...? ......294 Flat tyre ..........296 Battery ..........305 Jump-starting ........309 Towing and tow-starting ....310 Electrical fuses ......... 313...
Page 297: Useful Information
Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment available to your vehicle at the time of pub- lication of the Owner's Manual. Country- specific deviations are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 298: Where Will I Find
To obtain tools approved for your vehi- cle, visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit: lift up the boot floor ( page 268).
Page 299 Wheel wrench if you fit tyres that do not feature run-flat Towing eye properties, e.g. winter tyres. A TIREFIT kit can be obtained from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Stop the vehicle as far away as possible The "Minispare"...
Page 300: Flat Tyre
Keep TIREFIT away from children. the work required. If TIREFIT is swallowed, immediately rinse Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a your mouth out thoroughly and drink plenty Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- of water.
Page 301 Flat tyre TIREFIT kit version 1 Make sure pressure release screw F on pressure gauge G is fully closed. Screw filler hose D onto valve E. Insert plug A into the cigarette lighter socket ( page 272) or into a 12 V socket in your vehicle ( page 272).
Page 302 The tyre inflation compressor is switched Do not drive any further. Consult a qualified on. The tyre is inflated. specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom-...
Page 303 Flat tyre mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service systems must be carried out at a qualified Centre for this purpose. In particular, work specialist workshop. relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- Correct the tyre pressure if it is still at least tems must be carried out at a qualified spe- 130 kPa (1.3 bar/20 psi) (for the values,...
Page 304 Flat tyre workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Vehicles without an emergency spare Centre. wheel/spare wheel are not equipped with wheel-changing tools at the factory. For Environmental note more information on which tools are Have the used tyre sealant bottle disposed of required to perform a wheel change on your professionally, e.g.
Page 305 Flat tyre Fold both plates upwards :. Make sure that the jack is placed on a firm, non-slip, level surface. Do not use wooden Fold out lower plate ;. blocks or similar objects as a jack underlay. Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into The vehicle could otherwise slip off the jack the openings in base plate =.
Page 306 Flat tyre Jacking points for the jack (example: Coupé) Make sure that the base of the jack is posi- tioned directly under the jacking point. Vehicles with AMG equipment: the vehicle has covers fitted to protect the vehicle body Turn crank A clockwise until jack ? sits next to the jacking points on the outer sills.
Page 307 Place the jack to one side. carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or Service 24h for this pur- pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 308: Battery
The faulty tyre must be warning system or with the tyre pressure replaced in every case. monitor. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a The maximum permissible distance which Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- can be driven in run-flat mode depends on the pose.
Page 309 Only replace a battery with a battery that has recycled in an environmen- been recommended by Mercedes-Benz. tally responsible manner. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if Dispose of batteries in an you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for environmentally responsible a long period of time.
Page 310 Information on disconnecting the battery sumers. The vehicle will then use very little page 307). energy, thus conserving battery power. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you do not carry out work on batteries yourself, e.g. Disconnecting the battery removing or charging. Have this work per- ! Always disconnect the battery in formed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 311 Battery Removing/fitting the battery charged while still installed from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz To remove: disconnect the battery Service Centre. page 307). Loosen the bolt which holds the battery in WARNING place. There is a risk of acid burns during the charg- Remove the battery.
Page 312: Jump-Starting
This charges the empty battery a little. Jump leads and further information about jump-starting can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, for example. Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch.
Page 313 After removing the jump lead, close cover : on positive terminal ;. Have the battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The jump-starting procedure is not a standard operating state; therefore, have the battery checked.
Page 314: Towing And Tow-Starting
Towing and tow-starting When towing a vehicle with an automatic the engine is not running. transmission, the transmission must be in there is a brake system malfunction. position N. there is a malfunction in the power supply The battery must be connected and charged. or the vehicle's electrical system.
Page 315 Towing and tow-starting Switch on the hazard warning lamps page 117). Turn the key in the ignition lock to position 0 and remove the key from the ignition lock. When leaving the vehicle, take the key or the KEYLESS-GO key with you. Towing the vehicle with both axles on the ground It is important that you observe the safety...
Page 316: Electrical Fuses
WARNING must not be tow-started. The transmission Only use fuses that have been approved for may otherwise be damaged. Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the Before tow-starting the following conditions correct fuse rating for the systems con- must be fulfilled: cerned.
Page 317 If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe- cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ! Only use fuses that have been approved To open: pull out cover : slightly at the for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which bottom in the direction of arrow =.
Page 318 Electrical fuses Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth. Take lines ; from the guides. Move aside lines ;. Route the lines behind connection = to do this. To open: open clamps :. Remove the fuse box cover forwards. ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open.
Page 320 Useful information ......318 Important safety notes ....318 Operation ........... 318 Winter operation ....... 319 Tyre pressure ........321 Changing a wheel ......323 Wheel and tyre combinations ..324...
Page 321: Useful Information
Tyres, wheels or accessories which have not Regularly check the wheels and tyres of been approved by Mercedes-Benz for your your vehicle for damage (e.g. cuts, punctu- vehicle or are not used as they should be, can res, tears, bulges on tyres and deformation, impair driving safety.
Page 322: Winter Operation
A TIREFIT Thus, you should regularly check the tread kit can be obtained from a Mercedes-Benz depth and the condition of the tread across Service Centre.
Page 323 4 mm must be replaced. They are no longer have been specially approved for your vehicle suitable for winter use and can no longer pro- by Mercedes-Benz, or that are of a corre- vide sufficient grip. This could cause you to sponding standard of quality.
Page 324: Tyre Pressure
Tyre pressure Tyre pressure Tyre pressure specifications You will find a table of tyre pressures for var- ious operating conditions on the inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap. Operation with emergency spare wheel: The applicable value for the emergency spare wheel is stated on the spare wheel and in the technical data section.
Page 325 Mercedes-Benz is fitted on the tyre message will appear in the multifunction dis- valve.
Page 326: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel Restarting the tyre pressure loss warn- If you wish to confirm the restart: ing system Press the a button. Tyre pressure now OK? message Restart the tyre pressure loss warning system appears in the multifunction display. if you have: Press the 9 or : button to select changed the tyre pressure Yes.
Page 327: Wheel And Tyre Combinations
An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre indicates the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom- its correct direction of rotation. mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service You may fit an emergency spare wheel/spare Centre for this purpose. In particular, work wheel against the direction of rotation.
Page 328 A TIREFIT kit axle components. This could result in dam- can be obtained from a Mercedes-Benz age to the tyres or the vehicle. Service Centre. Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for...
Page 329 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Summer tyres Light-alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 38 — — — — 25, 26 205/55 R16 91 V 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 38 — — —...
Page 330 MOExtended tyres (tyres featuring run-flat characteristics) only in combination with an activated tyre pres- sure loss warning system. Winter tyres for retrofitting. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for more information. Use of snow chains is not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
Page 332 Useful information ......330 Notes on the technical data ..... 330 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..330 Vehicle electronics ......331 Vehicle identification plates .... 333 Service products and capacities ..333 Vehicle data ........337 Boot lid opening dimensions ... 343 Trailer tow hitch ........
Page 333: Useful Information
Do not install accessories such as audio Benz therefore accepts no responsibility for systems in these areas. Do not carry out the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi- repairs or welding. You could impair the cles, even if they have been independently or operating efficiency of the restraint sys- officially approved.
Page 334: Vehicle Electronics
Mercedes-Benz recom- 2 m waveband 50 W mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work Trunked radio/Tetra 35 W relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-...
Page 335 Have aftermarket radio frequency transmit- ting equipment installed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. Deviations with respect to aerial locations, Coupé...
Page 336: Vehicle Identification Plates
Vehicle identification number (VIN) Mercedes-Benz. These products are listed in In addition to being stamped on the vehicle this Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the identification plate, the vehicle identification...
Page 337 Service products and capacities Tank capacity You can recognise service products approved by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscrip- Total capacity 66 l tion on the containers: MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51) Of which reserve fuel Approx- MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51)
Page 338 229.5. Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz If the engine oils listed in the table are not engines. available, you may add a maximum of 1.0 l...
Page 339 Benz. Information about approved brake flu- the SAE classification (viscosity). The table ids can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz below shows you which SAE classifications Service Centre. are to be used. The low-temperature proper-...
Page 340 Coupé 4698 mm Further information on coolants and on fill- Cabriolet 4698 mm ing can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB Vehicle width including exterior mirrors Approval 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at Coupé 2028 mm http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Page 341 Vehicle data Vehicle weights Vehicle dimensions Unladen weight (in accordance with EU Vehicle width without exterior mirrors Directive), manual transmission Coupé 1786 mm Coupé Cabriolet 1786 mm Cabriolet Vehicle height Unladen weight (in accordance with EC Coupé 1397 mm Directive), automatic transmission Cabriolet 1402 mm Coupé...
Page 342 Vehicle data Maximum roof Vehicle weights 100 kg load, Coupé only Unladen weight (in accordance with EC Maximum boot 100 kg Directive) load Coupé Vehicle-specific weight information can be Cabriolet found on the vehicle identification plate page 333). The unladen weight includes the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel tank 90% full).
Page 343 Vehicle data Vehicle data, E 500 BlueEFFICIENCY Vehicle dimensions Vehicle dimensions Vehicle height Coupé Vehicle length (ECE) 1397 mm Coupé Cabriolet 1402 mm 4698 mm Cabriolet 4698 mm Vehicle height when opening/closing the roof Vehicle width including exterior mirrors Cabriolet Coupé...
Page 344: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data Vehicle weights Vehicle dimensions Cabriolet Vehicle height when opening/closing the roof The unladen weight includes the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel Cabriolet tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment Wheelbase increase the unladen weight and reduce the maximum payload.
Page 345 Vehicle data Vehicle data, E 250 CDI BlueEFFI- Vehicle weights CIENCY Unladen weight (in accordance with EC Vehicle dimensions Directive), automatic transmission Vehicle length (ECE) Coupé Coupé 4698 mm Cabriolet Cabriolet 4698 mm The unladen weight includes the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel Vehicle width including exterior mirrors tank 90% full).
Page 346: Boot Lid Opening Dimensions
Coupé only necessary specialist knowledge and tools to Maximum boot 100 kg carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz load recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, Vehicle-specific weight information can be...
Page 347 Trailer tow hitch If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, observe the anchorage points on the chas- sis frame. Anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch Anchorage points Overhang dimension Rear axle centre line For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the overhang dimension including protective cov- ering is 1181 mm.
Page 348: 24-Ghz Radar Sensor System
( page 229). The current country overview can be obtained from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Vehicles with a navigation system: the radar sensor system is deactivated automatically near radio telescope facilities.
Page 349 24-GHz radar sensor system (country overview) Country Radio telescope Geographical latitude and Distance to be facilities longitude maintained from the facility Egypt – – – Andorra – – – Australia Parkes 32°59'59" S,148°15'44" E 10 km Narrabri 30°18'52" S,149°32'56" E 10 km Canberra 35°23'54"...
Page 350 24-GHz radar sensor system (country overview) Country Radio telescope Geographical latitude and Distance to be facilities longitude maintained from the facility Noto 36°52'34" N, 14°59'21" E 8 km Sardinia 39°29'50" N, 09°14'40" E 15 km Yemen – – – Jordan –...
Page 351 24-GHz radar sensor system (country overview) Country Radio telescope Geographical latitude and Distance to be facilities longitude maintained from the facility Kalyazin 57°13'22" N, 37°54'01" E 35 km Pushchino 54°49'00" N, 37°40'00" E 35 km Zelenchukskaya 43°49'53" N, 41°35'32" E 35 km Saudi Arabia –...

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