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 Country variant Availability Android™ The illustrations in this manual show a left- Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides hand-drive vehicle. On right-hand-drive vehi- App may not yet be available in your country. cles, the layout of components and controls differs accordingly.
Page 6 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 31 Introduction ......... 24 Safety ........... 43 Opening and closing ......91 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 117 Lights and windscreen wipers ..147 Climate control ......... 161 Driving and parking ......189 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 7 Index Active Light System 1, 2, 3 ... Display message ......334 12 V socket Active multicontour seat ....134 see Sockets Active Parking Assist 230 V power socket ......385 Detecting parking spaces ....250 360° camera Display message ......343 Cleaning .........
Page 8 Index Air-conditioning system Switching off the alarm ....89 see Climate control Tow-away protection ......89 Air filter (white display message) ..339 ATTENTION ASSIST AIRMATIC Activating/deactivating ....314 Display message ......340 Display message ......340 Function/notes ......243 Function/notes ......
Page 9 Index Auxiliary heating/ventilation Display message ......352 Heater booster function ....182 Important safety notes ....400 Important safety notes ....179 Opening ......... 401 Problem (display message) .... 184 Boot Remote control ......181 Emergency release ......106 Setting the departure time ..... 182 Important safety notes ....
Page 10 Index Hill start assist ....... 195 Car key HOLD function ....... 239 see Key Important safety notes ....220 Car wash (care) ......... 406 Parking brake ........ 217 CD player/CD changer(on-board RBS (Recuperative Brake System) ... 46 computer) .......... 308 RBS warning lamp ......
Page 11 Index Controlling automatically ....168 Consumption statistics (on-board Convenience opening/closing computer) .......... 304 (air-recirculation mode) ....175 Convenience closing feature .... 108 Cooling with air dehumidification . . 167 Convenience opening/closing (air- Demisting the windows ....173 recirculation mode) ......175 Demisting the windscreen .....
Page 12 Index Distance warning function Activating/deactivating ....313 Data Function/notes ........ 81 see Technical data Distance warning signal (warning Daytime driving lights lamp) ..........366 Display message ......334 DISTRONIC PLUS Function/notes ......149 Activating ........230 Switching on/off (on-board com- Activation conditions .....
Page 13 Index Adaptive brake lamps ...... 83 Icy road surfaces ......222 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....78 Limited braking efficiency on sal- BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic ted roads ........220 Assist ..........79 New brake disks ......221 COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ..80 New brake pads/linings ....
Page 14 Index Emergency key Environmental protection Unlocking the driver's door .... 101 Returning an end-of-life vehicle ..24 Emergency key element ® (Electronic Stability Pro- Function/notes ........ 94 gram) Inserting .......... 95 Activating/deactivating ....84 Locking vehicle ......101 AMG menu (on-board computer) . . . 318 Removing .........
Page 15 Consumption statistics ....304 SETUP (on-board computer) ..318 Displaying the current consump- Generated electricity (COMAND) ..286 tion ..........303 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 24 Displaying the range ...... 303 Glove compartment ......371 E10 ..........475 Fuel gauge ........34 Grade (petrol) ........
Page 16 Index Head restraints Program selector button ....287 Adjusting ........131 Pulling away ........287 Adjusting (manually) ...... 131 RBS (Recuperative Brake System) .. 278 Adjusting (rear) ......132 Hybrid system EASY ADJUST luxury head Automatic deactivation ....44 restraint ......... 132 Danger of electric shock ....
Page 17 Index Interior lighting Control ........... 154 Lamps Emergency lighting ......155 see Warning and indicator lamps Overview ........154 Lane Keeping Assist Reading lamp ......... 154 see Active Lane Keeping Assist Interior motion sensor Licence plate lamp (display mes- Deactivating ........90 sage) ...........
Page 18 Separate operating instructions SPEEDTRONIC ....... 225 Memory card (audio) ......308 Traffic Sign Assist ......265 Memory function Mercedes-Benz Service Centre In the rear compartment ....144 see Qualified specialist workshop Seats, steering wheel, exterior Message memory (on-board com- mirrors ...........
Page 19 Index MOExtended tyres ......419 Factory settings ......317 Motorway mode ........ 152 Important safety notes ....300 Instrument cluster menu ....316 Light menu ........314 Operating ........308 Media menu ........307 Multicontour seat ......134 Menu overview ......302 Multifunction display Message memory ......
Page 20 Index Rain closing feature ....... 112 Power windows Resetting ........114 see Side windows Parking ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant Hybrid vehicles ......290 protection) Important safety notes ....215 Operation ......... 59 Parking brake ........ 217 ® PRE-SAFE (preventive occupant Position of exterior mirror, front- safety system) passenger side .......
Page 21 Index Rear compartment Reserve fuel Activating/deactivating the air Display message ......338 conditioning ........165 Warning lamp ......... 363 Setting the air distribution ..... 171 Residual heat (climate control) ..176 Setting the airflow ......172 Restraint system Setting the air vents ...... 186 Display message ......
Page 22 Index Seat belt extender Service Function/notes ........ 52 see ASSYST PLUS Seat belts Service Centre Adjusting the driver's and front- see Qualified specialist workshop passenger seat belt ......53 Service menu (on-board computer) .. 311 Adjusting the height ......51 Service products Cleaning .........
Page 23 Index SPEEDTRONIC Rear ..........373 Deactivating variable ..... 228 Spectacles compartment ....371 Display message ......346 Under driver's seat/front- Function/notes ......225 passenger seat ......372 Important safety notes ....225 Stowage net ........374 LIM indicator lamp ......226 Stowage space Permanent ........
Page 24 Index Temperature Important safety notes ....266 Coolant .......... 300 Instrument cluster display ..... 267 Engine oil (on-board computer) ..318 Trailer coupling Outside temperature ...... 300 see Towing a trailer Setting (climate control) ....170 Trailer towing TEMPOMAT 7-pin connector ......297 Function/notes ......
Page 25 Index Tyre pressure loss warning Leaving parked up ......218 General notes ........ 448 Locking (in an emergency) ..... 101 Important safety notes ....448 Locking (key) ........93 Restarting ........448 Lowering ........455 Tyre pressure monitor Operating safety ......25 Pulling away ........
Page 26 Index Parking brake ........ 362 Winter operation PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ....48 Important safety notes ....442 RBS (Recuperative Brake System) .. 365 Radiator cover ....... 402 Reserve fuel ........363 Slippery road surfaces ....222 Seat belt ........355 Snow chains ........
Page 27 Mercedes-Benz recommends that You too can help to protect the environment you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for by operating your vehicle in an environmen- this purpose. tally-responsible manner.
Page 28 Therefore, evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use the equipment on your vehicle may differ from only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of that in the descriptions and illustrations. equal quality. Only use tyres, wheels and...
Page 29 Introduction If you make any changes to the vehicle elec- ried out, this could result in malfunctions or tronics, the general operating permit is ren- system failures. There is a risk of an accident. dered invalid. Always have the prescribed service/mainte- nance work as well as necessary repairs car- ! There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 30 Directive 1999/5/EC. information being reset, for example. This You can obtain further information from any may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. requirements of the next emissions test dur- ing the main inspection. Electromagnetic compatibility...
Page 31 Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about any change in address or vehicle own- the vehicle's status messages and those of ership. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz its individual components, e.g. number of Service Centre, for example. wheel revolutions/speed, deceleration in...
Page 32 The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's opensource movements. When your vehicle is serviced, technical infor- mation can be read from the event data mem- ory and fault data memory.
Page 34: Table Of Contents
Cockpit ..........32 Instrument cluster ......34 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 36 Centre console ........38 Overhead control panel ...... 40 Door control panel ......41 Rear seats ..........42...
Page 35: Cockpit
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel gearshift Climate control systems paddles Adjusts the steering wheel Combination switch Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever Instrument cluster Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Diagnostics connection Overhead control panel Opens the bonnet Control panel for: Light switch Ü...
Page 36 Cockpit Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Electric parking brake Combination switch Ignition lock Start/Stop button Horn Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster Steering wheel heating DIRECT SELECT lever Cruise control lever Steering wheel gearshift Climate control systems paddles Control panel for: Opens the bonnet Ü...
Page 37: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Instrument cluster: kilometres Function Page Function Page Rev counter Speedometer Coolant temperature Multifunction display Fuel gauge Information on the energy flow display and power display for electric motors in hybrid vehicles can be found in the "Hybrid drive"...
Page 38 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ! ABS · Distance warning ! Electric parking brake ® å ESP (yellow) ® ÷ ESP ! Electric parking brake # Turn signal, left (red) L Dipped-beam head- ; Engine diagnostics lamps Ð...
Page 39: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Rejects or ends a call Adjusts the brightness of Exits telephone book/ the instrument lighting and redial memory the COMAND display COMAND display; see the Makes or accepts a call separate COMAND Online Switches to the redial mem- operating instructions...
Page 40 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page ò Calls up a main menu Selects a menu/submenu or scrolls through lists Confirms the selection Hides display messages Back ñ Switches off LINGUA- TRONIC, see the separate operating instructions...
Page 41: Centre Console
Centre console Centre console Function Page Function Page Switches COMAND Online Seat adjustment button on/off (see the separate (see the separate operating operating instructions) instructions) Adjusts the volume/mute Navigation button (see the (see the separate operating separate operating instruc- instructions) tions) ¤...
Page 42 Centre console Function Page Function Page COMAND controller (see g Switches to the the separate operating favourites button (see the instructions) separate operating instruc- tions) Information on the ECO start/stop func- tion for hybrid vehicles can be found in the "Hybrid drive"...
Page 43: Overhead Control Panel
3 Opens/closes the c Switches the front panorama sliding sunroof interior lighting on/off Opens/closes the front u Switches the rear roller sunblinds interior lighting on/off F Roadside Assistance p Switches the right- call button (Mercedes-Benz hand reading lamp on/off Contact)
Page 44 Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page s Seat ventilation W Opens/closes the rear right side window c Seat heating p Opens/closes the w Adjusts the front- boot lid passenger seat from the n Override feature for driver’s seat the controls in the rear r45=...
Page 45 Rear seats Rear seats Example: vehicles with Rear Seat Enter- Function Page tainment System Stowage compartment in Function Page the rear seat armrest DVD player (see the sepa- Stowage box in the seat rate operating instructions) backrest Cover for skibag Cigarette lighter Coolbox Power socket...
Page 46 Useful information ......44 Hybrid vehicles ........44 Panic alarm .......... 46 Occupant safety ........47 Seat belts ..........48 Airbags ..........53 Deployment of belt tensioners and airbags ..........57 ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant protection) ........... 59 ® PRE-SAFE PLUS (anticipatory occupant protection PLUS) ....
Page 47: Useful Information
Hybrid vehicles When towing a vehicle after an accident, be Useful information sure to observe the following sections: This Owner's Manual describes all mod- Transporting the vehicle ( page 434) els, series and optional equipment for your Towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised vehicle that were available at the time of page 433) going to press.
Page 48: Hybrid Vehicles
Hybrid vehicles Get assistance from others if necessary. Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist The vehicle is locked automatically when workshop. After an accident, immediately the ignition is switched on and the wheels switch the ignition off and remove the key are turning.
Page 49: Panic Alarm
If the vehicle is idle for lengthy periods, run on RBS, e.g. during restart operations. it for a few minutes once every six weeks Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a to charge up the high-voltage battery. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- pose.
Page 50: Occupant Safety
If it is necessary to modify an airbag system all vehicle occupants: to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorised Mercedes-Benz have fastened their seat belts correctly Centre. page 50) have adjusted their seat and head restraint properly ( page 119).
Page 51 A malfunction has occurred if the 6 briefly if the automatic child seat recogni- restraint system warning lamp: tion sensor system detects a special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with does not light up when the ignition is transponders on the front-passenger seat switched on...
Page 52: Seat Belts
Seat belts thrown from the vehicle. The seat belt also Important safety notes helps to keep the vehicle occupants in the WARNING best position in relation to the deploying air- bag. The seat belt cannot perform its intended pro- tective function if it is not fastened correctly. The seat belt system consists of: Also, an improperly fastened seat belt can seat belts...
Page 53 Also, an improperly fied specialist workshop. fastened seat belt can cause additional inju- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only ries in the event of an accident, sudden brak- use seat belts which have been approved ing or abrupt changes of direction. There is an specifically for your vehicle by Mercedes- increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Page 54 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use a child restraint sys- tem which has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz in combination with a belt Adjust the seat ( page 118). bag. The seat backrest must be in an almost vertical position.
Page 55 Seat belts automatically, see "Belt adjustment" After the seat belt is fastened, the belt buckle page 53). returns to its normal position. The seat belt then lies tight across the lap and thorax areas. If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder section of the seat belt to tighten the belt ®...
Page 56: Airbags
Airbags Seat belt adjustment Rear seat belt status indicator The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of ® the PRE-SAFE convenience function. This function adjusts the driver's and front- passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants. The belt strap is tightened slightly when: the seat belt tongue is engaged in the belt The status indicator for the rear-compart- buckle and...
Page 57 Airbags of injuries caused by the driver's airbag your feet are in the airbag's deployment deploying. area. For this reason, always secure persons less than 1.50 m tall in suitable restraint sys- Important safety notes tems. The seat belt cannot be worn prop- erly on people under this height WARNING If children are travelling in the vehicle,...
Page 58 Use only seat covers which have been specif- tem to identify the seat as being occupied. ically approved for the respective seat by In the event of an accident, the restraint Mercedes-Benz. systems on the front-passenger side may be triggered and have to be replaced.
Page 59 Airbags In the event of a side impact, the windowbag is deployed on the side on which an impact occurs. If the system determines that windowbag deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt, a windowbag may deploy in other accident situations page 57).
Page 60 The belt tensioners in the rear compartment Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have are triggered independently of the lock status the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist of the seat belts.
Page 61: Deployment Of Belt Tensioners And Airbags
Deployment of belt tensioners and airbags passenger front airbag can only be deployed If the restraint system control unit detects a in an accident if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF side impact or an overturn situation, the rel- indicator lamp is off. Observe the information evant restraint system components are acti- on the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator vated independently of one another depend-...
Page 62: Pre-Safe ® (Anticipatory Occupant Protection)
® PRE-SAFE PLUS (anticipatory occupant protection PLUS) the front-passenger seat is adjusted if it is ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant in an unfavourable position. protection) for vehicles with electrically adjustable rear Introduction seats: the outer rear seats are adjusted if they are in an unfavourable position. ®...
Page 63: Automatic Measures After An Acci- Dent
Function are illuminated and extend forwards ® PRE-SAFE PLUS intervenes in certain situa- vehicles with the Mercedes-Benz emer- tions if the radar sensor system detects an gency call system: automatic emergency imminent head-on or rear-end collision. call ®...
Page 64 ( page 70). motion if, for example, they: For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- release the parking brake mends that you only use a child restraint sys- tem recommended by Mercedes-Benz shift the automatic transmission out of park page 73).
Page 65 73). Child restraint systems or their securing sys- tems that have been damaged or subjected to It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care a load in an accident cannot perform their products to clean child restraint systems intended protective function. In the event of recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 66 Children in the vehicle two ISOFIX child restraint systems are fitted on the left and right of the rear seats. Vehicles with rear seat armrest: adjust the rear seat armrest so that ISOFIX securing rings ; for the ISOFIX child restraint system are accessible.
Page 67 The sensor system for child restraint systems in the front-passenger seat detects whether a special Mercedes-Benz child restraint sys- tem with a transponder for automatic child seat recognition has been fitted. In this case, the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp...
Page 68 Children in the vehicle on. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator WARNING lamp is lit continuously. The front-passenger If you secure a child in a forward-facing child front airbag is disabled. restraint system on the front-passenger seat and you position the front-passenger seat too If the front-passenger front airbag is dis- close to the dashboard, in the event of an abled by the automatic child seat recogni-...
Page 69 For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises Press the Start/Stop button once or twice that you install a child restraint system on a or turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the rear seat.
Page 70 Children in the vehicle ognition, this is indicated by a special sticker. The sticker is affixed to the side of the dash- board on the front-passenger side. The sticker is visible when you open the front- passenger door. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up briefly when the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 71 Children in the vehicle system manufacturer's installation and oper- ating instructions. Forward-facing child restraint system If it is absolutely necessary to secure a child in a forward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, you must always move the front-passenger seat as far back as possible.
Page 72 Problems with automatic child seat recognition Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR A special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with a trans- BAG OFF indicator ponder for automatic child seat recognition has been fitted to the lamp on the centre con- front-passenger seat.
Page 73 Children in the vehicle "Universal" category child restraint systems Suitable positioning of the child can be recognised by their orange approval restraint system label and the text "Universal". Introduction Only child restraint systems which are approved in accordance with the ECE stand- ard ECE R44 are permitted for use in the vehi- cle.
Page 74 Category II: UF, L U, L 15 to 25 kg Only use a child restraint system approved by Mercedes-Benz. Always pay attention to Category UF, L U, L III: 22 to 36 kg...
Page 75 Children in the vehicle the notes under "Recommended child system manufacturer or visit their web- restraint systems" ( page 73). site. Secure a rearward-facing child restraint (♦) If you are using a child restraint system system by the ISOFIX child seat securing of size category C (ISO/R3), move the system.
Page 76 970 20 00 of the child restraint system" ( page 70). Colour code: Colour code: (A 000 ...) You can obtain further information about the 9H95 9H95 correct child restraint system from any Automatic Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. child seat recognition...
Page 77 Children in the vehicle Weight category 0+: up to 13 kg; up to Order number 970 21 00 approximately 15 months (A 000 ...) Colour code: 9H95 Manufac- Britax Britax Römer Automatic child turer Römer seat recognition Type BABY BABY SAFE plus SAFE plus Weight category II/III: 15 to 36 kg;...
Page 78 Children in the vehicle Category I: 9 to 18 kg Order number 970 22 00 (A 000 ...) Colour code: 9H95 Size categories D, C, B, A Automatic child Manufacturer – seat recognition Type – Suggested "Universal"/"Semi-Univer- Approval number (E1 ...) –...
Page 79 Children in the vehicle Child-proof locks the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Important safety notes You can activate the following child-proof WARNING locks: If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, rear doors ( page 76) they can:...
Page 80: Driving Safety Systems
Driving safety systems Pets in the vehicle If children open a door, they could: injure other people WARNING get out of the vehicle and thereby injure If you leave animals unsupervised or unse- themselves or be injured by a passing vehi- cured in the vehicle, they may push a button or a switch, for example.
Page 81 Driving safety systems Important safety notes WARNING If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when Observe the safety instructions for hybrid braking. The steerability and braking charac- vehicles ( page 44). teristics may be severely impaired. Addition- If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you ally, further driving safety systems are deac- are inattentive, the driving safety systems can tivated.
Page 82 Driving safety systems Important safety notes brake system is still available with complete brake boosting effect and BAS. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- Observe the restrictions described in the tion ( page 78). "Important safety notes" section WARNING page 79). If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance BAS PLUS can help you to minimise the risk in an emergency braking situation is...
Page 83 Driving safety systems a narrow vehicle travelling in front, e.g. a When driving at a speed above 30 km/h: motorcycle if you depress the brake pedal sharply, BAS PLUS automatically increases the brake pres- a vehicle travelling in front on a different sure to a degree suited to the traffic situation.
Page 84 Driving safety systems Distance warning function a vehicle travelling in front on a different line Important safety notes new vehicles or after the COLLISION PRE- Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- VENTION ASSIST system has been serv- tion. ( page 78). iced Observe the notes in the section on run- WARNING...
Page 85 Driving safety systems Brake immediately in order to increase the to stationary obstacles distance from the vehicle in front. when cornering As a result, Adaptive Brake Assist may not Take evasive action provided it is safe to do intervene in all critical conditions. There is a risk of an accident.
Page 86 Driving safety systems that are in the path of your vehicle for an ing lamps are activated automatically. If the extended period of time. brakes are applied again, the brake lamps light up continuously. The hazard warning If you approach an obstacle and adaptive lamps switch off automatically if you travel Brake Assist has detected a risk of collision, faster than 10 km/h.
Page 87 Driving safety systems ECO start/stop function safety systems are switched off. This increa- The ECO start/stop function switches the ses the risk of skidding and an accident. engine off automatically if the vehicle stops ® Drive on carefully. Have ESP checked at a moving.
Page 88 Driving safety systems To activate:( page 312). trailer combination by depressing the brake firmly. ® The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. ® trailer stabilisation is active above speeds of about 65 km/h. ® Characteristics when ESP is deactivated ®...
Page 89 Driving safety systems Observe the restrictions described in the WARNING "Important safety notes" section If EBD has malfunctioned, the rear wheels can page 86). still lock, e.g. under full braking. This increa- ses the risk of skidding and an accident. ®...
Page 90 Driving safety systems Recognition by the camera system is also ® The PRE-SAFE Brake function can also brake impaired in the event of: the vehicle automatically under the following conditions: dirt on the camera or if the camera is cov- ered the driver and front-passenger have their seat belts fastened...
Page 91 Anti-theft systems The · distance warning lamp then lights This steering support is provided in particular up in the instrument cluster. at a speed of approximately 7 km/h or both right wheels or both left wheels are on higher, you very quickly approach a vehicle a wet or slippery road surface when you in front or a pedestrian.
Page 92: Anti-Theft Systems
If the alarm stays on for more than To prime: lock the vehicle with the key or 30 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz emer- KEYLESS-GO. gency call system automatically sends a Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm sys-...
Page 93 Anti-theft systems the doors are closed the doors are closed the boot lid is closed the panorama sliding sunroof is closed. Only then is the tow-away protection the boot lid is closed primed. Only then is the interior motion sensor Lock the vehicle with the key or KEYLESS- primed.
Page 94 Useful information ......92 Key ............92 Doors ............ 98 Boot ............ 102 Side windows ........107 Panorama sliding sunroof ....110...
Page 95: Useful Information
Useful information WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, This Owner's Manual describes all mod- they can: els, series and optional equipment for your open doors and endanger other persons or vehicle that were available at the time of road users going to press.
Page 96 Do not keep the key: If you do not open the vehicle within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking: with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone or another key the vehicle is locked again with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal the anti-theft alarm system is primed film again...
Page 97 KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using vehicle is unlocked. This is useful if you fre- the & button on the key. quently travel on your own. When locking or unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, To change the setting: press and hold the distance between the key and the corre- down the % and &...
Page 98 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Push release catch : in the direction of the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist the arrow and at the same time, remove workshop.
Page 99 If the key battery is checked within the Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until battery = falls out. signal reception range of the vehicle, press- ing the & or % button: Insert the new battery with the positive ter- minal facing upwards.
Page 100 Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You can no longer lock The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged. or unlock the vehicle Check the key battery ( page 95) and replace it if necessary using the key.
Page 101 Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the key. Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 425).
Page 102: Doors
Doors proof locks ( page 76). The anti-theft alarm WARNING system is triggered if the door is opened from If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, the inside. Switch off the alarm ( page 89). they can: For all countries except the United King- open doors and endanger other persons or dom: road users...
Page 103 Doors To unlock: press button :. Automatic locking feature To lock: press button ;. If the front-passenger door is closed, the vehicle locks. If the driver's door is open, the door stays unlocked. This does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside if the vehicle has been locked with the key or KEYLESS-GO.
Page 104 Doors Unlocking the driver's door (emer- Locking the vehicle (emergency key gency key element) element) If the vehicle can no longer be locked or If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the unlocked with the key or KEYLESS-GO, use key or KEYLESS-GO, use the emergency key the emergency key element.
Page 105 Boot Insert the emergency key element into the Obstacle detection with boot lid key. reversing feature Hold the protective cap over the lock of the On vehicles with boot lid remote closing fea- driver's door with the thicker end towards ture, the boot lid is equipped with automatic the front of the vehicle and press to secure.
Page 106: Boot
Boot Opening/closing manually Opening/closing automatically from the outside Opening Important safety notes WARNING Parts of the body could become trapped dur- ing automatic closing of the boot lid. More- over, people, e.g. children, may be standing in the closing area or may enter the closing area during the closing process.
Page 107 Boot Closing ! If the key is within the rear detection range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situa- tions, for example, could lead to the unin- tentional opening of the boot: using a car wash using a high-pressure cleaner Make sure that the key is at least 2 m away from the vehicle.
Page 108 Boot HANDS-FREE ACCESS does not function then move your leg under the bumper once when the engine is started. again. If a KEYLESS-GO key is within the rear If you hold your foot under the bumper for detection range of KEYLESS-GO, HANDS- too long, the boot lid does not open or FREE ACCESS could be triggered.
Page 109 Boot Press the closing or locking button on the boot lid. Pull the boot lid handle. ! The boot lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the boot lid. The opening dimensions of the boot lid can be found in the "Vehicle data"...
Page 110: Side Windows
Side windows WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury. Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehi- cle.
Page 111 Side windows Convenience opening feature General notes You can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving. If the key is in close proximity to the vehicle, the convenience opening function is availa- ble. To do this, the key is used to carry out the following functions simultaneously: Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition unlock the vehicle...
Page 112 Side windows When you lock the vehicle, you can simulta- Touch recessed sensor surface : on the neously: door handle until the side windows and the panorama sliding sunroof are fully closed. close the side windows Make sure you only touch recessed sen- close the panorama sliding sunroof sor surface :.
Page 113 Panorama sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing function is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Page 114: Panorama Sliding Sunroof
Panorama sliding sunroof WARNING This means that the reversing function cannot prevent someone being trapped in these sit- At high speeds the raised sliding sunroof auto- uations. There is a risk of injury. matically lowers slightly at the rear. This could trap you or other persons.
Page 115 Operating the roller sunblinds for the the sliding sunroof. sliding sunroof If contact is made with a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding Important safety notes sunroof lowers slightly but remains raised WARNING at the rear.
Page 116 Panorama sliding sunroof direction. You can stop automatic opera- feature cannot prevent someone being trap- tion by pressing or pulling again. ped in these situations. There is a risk of injury. Opening and closing the rear roller sun- When closing make sure that no parts of the blind body are in the sweep of the roller sunblind.
Page 117 Panorama sliding sunroof Resetting the rear sunblind Resetting the sliding sunroof and the roller sunblind Resetting the sliding sunroof or the front roller sunblinds Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. Pull switch : repeatedly until the rear roller sunblind is fully closed.
Page 118 Panorama sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing function is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Page 120 Useful information ......118 Correct driver's seat position ..118 Seats ..........119 Steering wheel ........137 Mirrors ..........140 Memory function ......143 Memory function in the rear com- partment ..........144...
Page 121: Useful Information
Correct driver's seat position Observe the safety guidelines on seat Useful information adjustment ( page 119). Make sure that seat = is correctly adjus- This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your ted ( page 120). vehicle that were available at the time of When adjusting the seat, make sure that: going to press.
Page 122: Seats
Seats Before starting off, adjust the rear-view mir- WARNING ror and the exterior mirrors so that you When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle have a good view of road and traffic condi- occupant could become trapped by the guide tions ( page 141).
Page 123 Seats do not transport heavy loads on the To ensure the largest possible range of seats. Do not place sharp objects on the seat settings, certain seat adjustment func- seat cushions, e.g. knives, nails or tools. tions will automatically activate other seat The seats should only be occupied by adjustment functions.
Page 124 Seats The fore-and-aft position of the head Legrest angle restraint is adjusted automatically when Legrest length you adjust the backrest. The rear reclining seat is only available in long wheelbase vehicles equipped with "executive seats". On vehicles without a rear reclining Adjusting the rear seats seat the button for setting the angle and Adjusting the rear seats...
Page 125 Seats ! Do not move the front-passenger seat You can exit the reclined position and adjust the seat position by: fully forwards if there are objects in the luggage net in the front-passenger footwell. calling up a stored position using mem- The objects could otherwise be damaged.
Page 126 Seats To select the rear seat: press button : WARNING repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the If children adjust the seats, they could button is not lit. become trapped, especially if they are unat- The rear-compartment seat is selected if tended.
Page 127 Seats Adjusting the rear seat on vehicles with Head restraint fore-and-aft position EASY ADJUST luxury head restraints Backrest angle Seat height Seat fore-and-aft adjustment To select the front-passenger seat: press button : repeatedly until the indi- cator lamp in the button lights up. The front-passenger seat is selected if the indicator lamp in the button lights up.
Page 128 Seats To select the rear seat: press button : Chauffeur mode repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the Important safety notes button is not lit. The rear-compartment seat is selected if WARNING the indicator lamp in the button is not lit. The head restraints cannot provide the inten- Adjust the rear seats with buttons ;...
Page 129 Seats the front-passenger seat head restraint is To select the front-passenger seat: inserted and the ignition is switched on press button : repeatedly until the indi- cator lamp in the button lights up. the front-passenger head restraint is folded The front-passenger seat is selected if the back from the rear seat or driver's seat indicator lamp in the button lights up.
Page 130 Seats Folding the front-passenger head In order for the front-passenger seat to be restraint forward positioned in chauffeur mode: the front-passenger door must be closed Folding forward from the rear seat the key must be in the ignition lock and in position 1 or 2 ( page 191) the front-passenger seat may not be occu-...
Page 131 Seats Folding the front-passenger head Folding forward from the driver's seat restraint into position Folding into position from the rear seat In order for the front-passenger head restraint to be folded forward: the front-passenger door must be closed You can use the rear-compartment override the key must be in the ignition lock and in button to disable this function ( page 76).
Page 132 Seats Adjusting from the front-passenger seat Fold covers ; backwards. Press any seat adjustment button. Pull adjuster lever ? backwards and hold The head restraint folds into position. it in this position. Red pin = protrudes from the adjuster Fitting/removing the head restraint lever.
Page 133 Seats To select the front-passenger seat: To select the front-passenger seat: press button : repeatedly until the indi- press button : repeatedly until the indi- cator lamp in the button lights up. cator lamp in the button lights up. The front-passenger seat is selected if the The front-passenger seat is selected if the indicator lamp in the button lights up.
Page 134 Seats To do so: General notes Pay attention to the important safety notes move the seat cushion of the rear seat as page 119). far back as possible in a longitudinal direc- tion ( page 121) Do not interchange the head restraints of the front and rear seats.
Page 135 Seats Adjusting the luxury head restraint ment chauffeur/memory package" equip- mechanically ment. To adjust the side bolsters of the head restraint: push or pull right and/or left- hand side bolster : into the desired posi- tion. To adjust the fore-and-aft position: slide the button for head restraint fore-and-aft adjustment forwards or backwards in the direction of the arrow (...
Page 136 Seats Extending from the front electrically Adjusting the rear head restraints electri- cally This function is available on vehicles with electrically adjustable rear seats. The height and fore-and-aft position of the rear head restraints can be adjusted with the Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition seat adjustment switch ( page 121).
Page 137 Seats Adjusting the rear centre head Adjusting the active multicontour restraints seat The active multicontour seat can be adjusted Retracting and extending electrically using COMAND Online (see the separate operating instructions). Adjusting the multicontour seat in the rear compartment You can adjust the multicontour seats for the outer seats using the remote control (see the separate operating instructions).
Page 138 Seats Rear seats The system automatically switches from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes. The system automatically switches from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes. The system automatically switches off approximately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1.
Page 139 Seats Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat heating has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- switched off prema- sumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.
Page 140: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat ventilation has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- switched off prema- sumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.
Page 141 Steering wheel Steering wheel heating Activating/deactivating Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 191). To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direction of arrow : or ;. Indicator lamp = lights up or goes out. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: when you remove the key from the ignition lock, the steering wheel heating is switched off.
Page 142 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The steering wheel The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- heating has switched sumers are switched on. itself off prematurely or Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as cannot be switched on.
Page 143 Mirrors Position of the steering wheel and the Mirrors driver's seat for driving Rear-view mirror The steering wheel and the driver's seat are moved to the previously set position if: the driver's door is closed and you insert the key into the ignition lock you close the driver's door when the igni- tion is switched on you press the Start/Stop button once on...
Page 144: Mirrors
Mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in/out elec- trically Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 191). lock ( page 191).
Page 145 Mirrors If the exterior mirrors have been folded in Parking position of the exterior mirror manually, they do not fold out. on the front-passenger side Setting and storing the parking position Exterior mirror pushed out of position Using reverse gear If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position (forwards or backwards), proceed as follows:...
Page 146: Memory Function
Memory function Using the memory button The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves back to its original position: Memory button M as soon as you exceed a speed of Adjustment button 15 km/h Button for the exterior mirror on the front- about ten seconds after you have disen- passenger side gaged reverse gear...
Page 147 Memory function in the rear compartment Storing settings Calling up a stored setting With the memory function, you can store up Press and hold the relevant storage posi- to three different settings, e.g. for three dif- tion button 1, 2 or 3 until ferent people.
Page 148: Memory Function In The Rear Compartment
Memory function in the rear compartment Vehicles without rear reclining seat General notes The settings for the rear seat and the front- passenger seat can be stored using the rear- compartment memory function. If the indicator lamp in the v button is not lit, store the rear seat settings.
Page 149 Memory function in the rear compartment To select the rear seat: press the v front-passenger seat is in the stored posi- tion. button repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the button is not lit. The seat adjustment procedure is inter- The rear-compartment seat is selected if rupted as soon as you release the storage the indicator lamp in the button is not lit.
Page 150 Useful information ......148 Exterior lighting ........ 148 Interior lighting ......... 154 Replacing bulbs ......... 155 Windscreen wipers ......155...
Page 151: Useful Information
Exterior lighting General notes Setting the exterior lighting For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Setting options mends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some coun- Exterior lighting can be set using the:...
Page 152: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting ically depending on the brightness of the Dipped-beam/main-beam head- ambient light. lamps With the engine running: if you have Rear foglamp switched on the daytime driving lights func- If you hear a warning tone when you leave the tion in the on-board computer, the daytime vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
Page 153 Exterior lighting Side lamps To indicate briefly: press the combination switch briefly to the pressure point in the ! If the battery has been excessively dis- direction of arrow ; or ?. charged, the side lamps or parking lamps The corresponding turn signal flashes three are automatically switched off to enable times.
Page 154 Exterior lighting extended range foglamps. The system is only Hazard warning lamps active when it is dark. You can activate or deactivate the "Intelligent Light System" function using the on-board computer ( page 314). Active light function To switch on the hazard warning lamps: press button :.
Page 155 Exterior lighting Active: The extended range foglamps reduce the glare experienced by the driver and improve if you are driving at speeds below the illumination of the edge of the carriage- 40 km/h and switch on the turn signal or way.
Page 156 Exterior lighting Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist no longer detects any other vehicles, it PLUS on/off switches on the main-beam headlamps again. If the main-beam or partial main-beam head- lamps are causing too much reflection from traffic signs, the lights are automatically dim- med and glare for the driver caused by the reflections is thus avoided.
Page 157: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting The partial main-beam headlamps are c Switches the front interior lighting switched off automatically. If no other road on/off users are recognised, the main-beam head- u Switches the rear interior lighting lamps are switched on. on/off If you are driving at speeds below approx- p Switches the right-hand front read- imately 25 km/h or the roads are ade- ing lamp on/off...
Page 158: Replacing Bulbs
Windscreen wipers The colour, brightness, zone and display lamp Replacing bulbs for the ambient lighting may be set using COMAND Online (see the separate COMAND The front and rear light clusters of your vehi- Online operating instructions). cle are equipped with LED light bulbs. Do not The interior lighting control can be operated replace the bulbs yourself.
Page 159 In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate wiping frequency is set automatically accord- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have ing to the intensity of the rain. In the Å the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 160 Windscreen wipers As soon as the wiper arms are vertical to Make sure that wiper blade : is seated the bonnet, turn the key to position 0 in the correctly. ignition lock ( page 191). Fold the wiper arm back onto the wind- Remove the key.
Page 161 Windscreen wipers Fitting the wiper blades Push the new wiper blade in the direction of arrow : onto the wiper arm until tab ; engages. Push the wiper blade out of the removal position in the direction of arrow = beyond the point of resistance.
Page 162 Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windscreen wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windscreen are obstructed wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door.
Page 164 Useful information ......162 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 162 Operating the climate control sys- tem ............. 165 Adjusting the air vents ..... 185...
Page 165: Useful Information
Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period Useful information during warm weather, e.g. using the con- venience opening feature ( page 108). This Owner's Manual describes all mod- This will speed up the cooling process and els, series and optional equipment for your the desired interior temperature will be vehicle that were available at the time of...
Page 166 Overview of climate control systems Automatic climate control panel Vehicles with auxiliary heating Front control panel To set climate control to automatic, left ( page 168) To set the temperature, left ( page 170) To set the airflow, left ( page 172) To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode manually ( page 175)
Page 167 Overview of climate control systems Vehicles without auxiliary heating Front control panel To set climate control to automatic, left ( page 168) To set the temperature, left ( page 170) To set the airflow, left ( page 172) To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode ( page 175) To demist the windscreen ( page 173)
Page 168: Operating The Climate Control System
Operating the climate control system Alternatively, you can select "Cancel rear Notes on using climate control compartment" in the COMAND Online air- Automatic climate control conditioning function bar. Below, you can find a number of notes and ECO start/stop function recommendations to help you use climate control optimally.
Page 169 Operating the climate control system To activate (vehicles without auxiliary Select "Rear adjustment" in the air-condi- heating): press the t rocker switch up tioning setting bar (see the separate COMAND Online operating instructions). or down. You can control the rear-compartment cli- The COMAND Online climate control menu mate control using the front control panel opens.
Page 170 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating the cooling with air dehumidification function General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu- midification" function, the air inside the vehi- cle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehi- cle will also not be dehumidified. The win- dows can mist up more quickly.
Page 171 Operating the climate control system Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cooling with air dehu- Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a midification can no lon- malfunction. ger be switched on Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 172 Operating the climate control system indicator lamp on the Ã rocker switch again from the air-conditioning setting bar before activating automatic mode. lights up again. To switch to manual operation (vehi- Controlling rear climate control auto- cles with auxiliary heating): press the top matically using the front control panel or bottom of the rocker switch.
Page 173 Operating the climate control system To activate: press rocker switch J up or Setting the temperature down ( page 163). General notes The indicator lamp in rocker switch J lights up. To deactivate: press rocker switch J up or down ( page 163).
Page 174 Operating the climate control system Setting the temperature in the front Only change the temperature setting in compartment using the front control small increments. Start at 22 †. panel Setting the temperature in the rear Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition compartment using the rear control lock ( page 191).
Page 175 Operating the climate control system Setting the air distribution in the front/ Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition rear compartment using COMAND lock ( page 191). Online Vehicles with auxiliary heating: press The air distribution for the left and right sides the top or bottom of the rocker of the front and rear compartment can be...
Page 176 Operating the climate control system COMAND Online (see the separate operat- Vehicles with auxiliary heating: call up ing instructions). the COMAND Online climate control menu Vehicles with rear-compartment air condi- using the rocker switch. tioning: the SYNC SYNC display appears on the Vehicles without auxiliary heating: call rear-compartment display.
Page 177 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 191). Press the ¤ rocker switch up or down. The indicator lamp in the ¤ rocker switch lights up or goes out.
Page 178 Operating the climate control system Problems with the rear window heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear window heat- The battery has not been sufficiently charged. ing has switched off Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading prematurely or cannot lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.
Page 179 Operating the climate control system Observe the notes on the automatic in the door. The side window stops. To con- reversing feature for: tinue closing the side window, pull on the W switch. the side window ( page 107) the panorama sliding sunroof Convenience closing feature (vehicles page 111) with a panorama sliding sunroof): press...
Page 180 Operating the climate control system Front control panel Rear control panel Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock or remove it ( page 191). lock or remove it ( page 191).
Page 181 You can also choose from a variety of filled perfume vials and an empty vial which you can fill yourself. ! If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior perfumes, observe the manufactur- ers' safety notices on the perfume packag- ing.
Page 182 Operating the climate control system Problems with the perfume atomizer Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The vehicle interior is The perfume vial has not been pushed into the holder as far as it not perfumed although will go. the perfume atomizer is Slide the perfume vial into the holder as far as it will go.
Page 183 Operating the climate control system You can activate or deactivate the auxiliary Switch the auxiliary heating on regularly heating/ventilation: once a month for about ten minutes. using the rocker switch on the centre con- The auxiliary heating heats the air in the vehi- sole ( page 180) cle interior to the set temperature.
Page 184 Operating the climate control system the auxiliary heating/ventilation is Switching the auxiliary heating/ventila- tion on/off switched on. To do so, call up COMAND Online using the q button on the centre console. To activate the auxiliary heating/venti- lation: press rocker switch : up or down. The red or the blue indicator lamp in rocker switch : goes out.
Page 185 Operating the climate control system Activating the set departure time The auxiliary heating is Press the , or . button repeatedly switched on. The number until the desired departure time appears in in the display shows the the display. remaining time (in minutes) for the auxiliary Press the u button.
Page 186 Operating the climate control system Start the engine. To switch on: briefly press rocker switch : up or down. Red indicator lamp in rocker switch : lights up. To switch off: briefly press rocker switch : up or down. Red indicator lamp in rocker switch : goes out.
Page 187 Operating the climate control system Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The signal transmission between the transmitter and the vehicle is faulty. FAIL Change your position in relation to the vehicle, moving closer if necessary.
Page 188: Adjusting The Air Vents
Adjusting the air vents Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The auxiliary heating cannot be switched on or has switched itself off. The fuel tank content is below the reserve fuel level. Refuel at the nearest filling station. Make another attempt to switch on the auxiliary heating using the remote control.
Page 189 Adjusting the air vents Adjusting the side air vents Air vent thumbwheel Air vent Side window demister vent To open/close: turn thumbwheel : Side air vent clockwise or anti-clockwise. Thumbwheel for left side air vent To open/close: press thumbwheel =. The thumbwheel pops out.
Page 190 Adjusting the air vents Vehicles with rear-compartment climate con- To open/close: turn thumbwheel ; to the trol left or right. To adjust the air direction: hold rear air To open/close: press thumbwheel = or vent : by the middle fin handle and move up or down or to the left or right.
Page 192 Useful information ......190 Running-in notes ....... 190 Driving ..........190 Automatic transmission ....200 Refuelling ........... 208 Parking ..........215 Driving tips ........219 Driving systems ........ 222 Hybrid operation ....... 278 Towing a trailer ......... 292...
Page 193: Useful Information
Driving reaches Ô of the way to the red area of the Useful information rev counter. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- Do not shift down a gear manually in order els, series and optional equipment for your to brake. vehicle that were available at the time of Try to avoid depressing the accelerator going to press.
Page 194 Driving driving at full throttle when the engine is WARNING cold. Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.: Observe the safety instructions for hybrid vehicles ( page 44). shoes with thick soles shoes with high heels slippers Key positions There is a risk of an accident.
Page 195 Driving To start the vehicle without actively using the Key positions with the Start/Stop button key: the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the ignition lock. the key must be in the vehicle. the vehicle must not be locked with the key or KEYLESS-GO ( page 93).
Page 196 Driving You can remove the Start/Stop button from these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There the ignition lock and start the vehicle as nor- is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave mal using the key. the engine running in enclosed spaces with- It is only possible to switch between Start/ out sufficient ventilation.
Page 197 Driving page 191) and release it as soon as the Pulling away engine is running. Automatic transmission To start a diesel engine: turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock WARNING page 191). If the engine speed is above the idling speed The % preglow indicator lamp in the and you engage transmission position D or instrument cluster lights up.
Page 198 Driving Pulling away with a trailer Therefore, quickly move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Never leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start assist. Remove your foot from the brake pedal. The vehicle is then held for about a second. Pull away.
Page 199 Driving General notes the system detects that the windscreen is not misted up when the air-conditioning system is switched on the bonnet is closed the driver's door is closed and the driver's seat belt is fastened If the conditions for automatic engine switch- off are not all fulfilled, the ¤...
Page 200 Driving you unfasten your seat belt or open the If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop driver's door function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction. The engine will the vehicle starts to roll then not be switched off automatically when the brake system requires this the vehicle stops.
Page 201 Driving If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction. The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehicle stops. If drive program S or M has been selected, the ECO start/stop function is always deac- tivated.
Page 202 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the key in the ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.
Page 203 Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant tempera- The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine ture display is showing is no longer being cooled sufficiently. more than 120 †. A Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant display message may to cool down.
Page 204: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission Engaging park position P SELECT lever up past the first point of resistance. ! If the engine speed is too high, do not shift The ECO start/stop function is not available the automatic transmission directly from when reverse gear is engaged. For further D to R, from R to D or directly to P.
Page 205 Automatic transmission With the key: Transmission position display make sure the ignition is switched on. General notes when the vehicle is stationary, depress the ! If the transmission position display in the brake pedal and keep it depressed. multifunction display is not working, you shift to neutral N.
Page 206 Automatic transmission AMG vehicles Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N while driving. Otherwise, the auto- matic transmission could be dam- aged. ® If ESP is deactivated or faulty: shift the transmission to position N if the vehicle is in danger of skid- ding, e.g.
Page 207 Automatic transmission Kickdown Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. Ease off the accelerator pedal once the desired speed is reached. The automatic transmission shifts back up. AMG vehicles: press program selector Towing a trailer button : repeatedly until the letter of the...
Page 208 Automatic transmission Further information about permanent drive the vehicle pulling away more gently in program M ( page 206). forward and reverse gears unless the accel- erator pedal is depressed fully. You can also activate manual drive program M using the steering wheel gearshift paddles increased sensitivity.
Page 209 Automatic transmission Further information on activating manual The gearshift recommendations assist you in drive program M on hybrid vehicles adopting an economical driving style. The rec- page 287). ommended gear is shown in the multifunction display. Shifting gears Shift to recommended gear ; according If you pull on the left or right steering wheel to gearshift recommendation : when gearshift paddle, the automatic transmission...
Page 210 Automatic transmission Manual drive program M differs from drive If the colour in the speedometer multifunc- program S with regard to spontaneity, tion display changes to red and the UP UP dis- responsiveness and the smoothness of the play message is shown, shift up a gear gear changes.
Page 211 Refuelling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 212: Refuelling
Refuelling Refuelling WARNING Vehicles with a diesel engine: General notes If you mix diesel fuel with petrol, the flash Observe the important safety notes point of this fuel mixture is lower than that of page 208). pure diesel fuel. When the engine is running, If you unlock/lock the vehicle from the out- components in the exhaust system may over- side, the fuel filler flap also unlocks/locks.
Page 213 Refuelling Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank, hook in place and refuel. Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off. Vehicles with a diesel engine: the filler neck is designed for refuelling at diesel fill- ing pumps.
Page 214 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. There is a risk of fire or explosion. Apply the electric parking brake. Shift the transmission to position P.
Page 215 Refill AdBlue Refill AdBlue gas aftertreatment and about AdBlue See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual message is shown in be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service the multifunction display. Centre. ® When the AdBlue supply drops to a mini- Important notes on the refilling proce-...
Page 216 Refuelling nose and throat. You may also experience amount of time and soils the affected sur- coughing and watery eyes. faces. Do not inhale any ammonia vapours that may ! AdBlue ® is not a fuel additive and must ® be released.
Page 217 ; with the cap. ® AdBlue refill canisters are available at many filling stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Service ® Centre. AdBlue refill canisters are often sold with a filler hose. A filler hose that does not ®...
Page 218: Parking
WARNING ® AdBlue refill bottles are available at many filling stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Service Flammable material such as leaves, grass or Centre. Refill bottles without a threaded seal twigs may ignite if they come into contact with offer no protection against overfilling.
Page 219 Parking WARNING After switching off the engine, always switch to parking position P. Prevent the parked vehi- If you leave children unattended in the vehi- cle from rolling away by applying the parking cle, they may be able to set the vehicle in brake.
Page 220 Parking If you drive through a car wash with a con- It may not be possible to release an applied veyor, you can: parking brake if the on-board voltage is low or if there is a malfunction in the system. switch on the ignition using the Start/ Contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 221 Parking Applying automatically parking brake will be released and the vehicle will start to move. The electric parking brake is engaged auto- matically if: Emergency braking DISTRONIC PLUS brings the vehicle to a The vehicle can also be braked during an standstill or emergency by using the electric parking the HOLD function is keeping the vehicle...
Page 222: Driving Tips
Driving tips in the ECO display does not indicate a fixed Driving tips consumption. General driving tips In addition to driving style, the consumption is affected by many other factors, such as: WARNING load If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available tyre pressure with limitations, or not at all.
Page 223 Driving tips ! Depressing the brake pedal constantly changes in the bars at the start of a journey. During a prolonged driving time, these results in excessive and premature wear to changes are smaller. For more dynamic the brake pads. changes, perform a manual reset.
Page 224 An aggressive driving style brake pads/linings that have been will lead to high wear. You can obtain further approved by Mercedes-Benz or that are of information about this from your Mercedes- an equivalent standard of quality Benz Service Centre.
Page 225 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive stands for vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle innovative driver assistance and safety sys- becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of tems which enhance comfort and support the fatal injury.
Page 226: Driving Systems
Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all heavy rain or snow elements of active and passive safety in one If there is a change of drivers, advise the new well thought out system –...
Page 227 Driving systems Selecting cruise control stored speed is resumed when the gradient evens out. Cruise control maintains the stored speed on downhill gradients by automatically braking the vehicle. Calling up the last speed stored WARNING If you call up the stored speed and it is lower than the current speed, the vehicle deceler- ates.
Page 228 Driving systems Setting a speed Deactivating cruise control Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment There are several ways to deactivate cruise until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to control: the set speed. Briefly move the cruise control lever for- Press the cruise control lever up : for a wards =.
Page 229 Driving systems downhill gradients. Take particular note of The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise control this when driving a laden vehicle. By doing so, lever indicates which system you have selec- you will make use of the braking effect of the ted: engine.
Page 230 Driving systems You can use the cruise control lever to limit Setting a speed the speed to any speed above 30 km/h while the engine is running. Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ;. The current speed is stored and shown in the multifunction display.
Page 231 Driving systems drive slower than the stored speed without Permanent SPEEDTRONIC remains active, kickdown even if variable SPEEDTRONIC is deactivated. set a new speed or You cannot exceed the stored limit speed, even if you depress the accelerator pedal call up the last speed stored again. beyond the pressure point (kickdown).
Page 232 Driving systems Important safety notes ! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function is activated, the vehicle brakes automati- WARNING cally in certain situations. To prevent dam- DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to: age to the vehicle, deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in the follow- people or animals ing or other similar situations: stationary obstacles on the road, e.g.
Page 233 Driving systems Selecting DISTRONIC PLUS This speed can: be too high for a filter lane or a slip road be so high in the right lane that you pass vehicles driving on the left (left-hand drive countries) be so high in the left lane that you pass vehicles driving on the right (right-hand drive countries) If there is a change of drivers, advise the new...
Page 234 Driving systems Activating accelerate or brake unexpectedly. There is a risk of an accident. Take the traffic conditions into account before calling up the stored speed. If you do not know what the stored speed is, store the desired speed again. Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ;...
Page 235 Driving systems If you want to pull away with DIS- Changing lanes TRONIC PLUS: remove your foot from the If you change to the overtaking lane, DIS- brake pedal. TRONIC PLUS supports you if: Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you are driving faster than 70 km/h you :.
Page 236 Driving systems Afterwards, the vehicle accelerates back to Depending on the specified minimum dis- the speed you set. tance, your vehicle will come to a standstill at a sufficient distance behind the vehicle in The system takes into account the fact that front.
Page 237 Driving systems lever up : or down ; to the pressure To increase: turn control ; in direction point. The last stored speed increases or decrea- DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater ses in 1 km/h increments. distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front.
Page 238 Driving systems Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deacti- In the Assistance menu ( page 312) of the vated on-board computer, you can select the assis- tance graphics display. Select the Assistance graphic Assistance graphic function using the on-board computer page 311). You will see the stored speed for approx- imately five seconds when you activate DIS- TRONIC PLUS.
Page 239 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactiva- The ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect vehi- ted if: cles when cornering is limited. Your vehicle may brake unexpectedly or late. you apply the electric parking brake or if the vehicle is automatically secured with Vehicles which are not driving in the mid- the electric parking brake dle of their lane...
Page 240 Driving systems Narrow vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS may mistakenly detect vehicles that are crossing your lane. Activat- ing DISTRONIC PLUS at traffic lights with crossing traffic, for example, could cause your vehicle to pull away unintentionally. DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist General notes DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehicle in front on the edge of the carriage-...
Page 241 Driving systems front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good the lane markings change quickly, e.g. time, and for staying in the lane. lanes branch off, cross one another or merge DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist does not detect road and traffic conditions. If you are the road is narrow and winding following a vehicle which is driving towards there are highly variable shade conditions...
Page 242 Driving systems Activating Steering Assist Press button ;. Indicator lamp : goes out. The DTR+: DTR+: steering steering assist. assist. off message appears in the multifunction display. Steering Assist is deactivated. When DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated, DIS- TRONIC PLUS Steering Assist is deactivated automatically.
Page 243 Driving systems Further information on deactivating the HOLD If depressing the brake pedal the first function ( page 240). time does not activate the HOLD function, wait briefly and then try again. ! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function is activated, the vehicle brakes automati- Deactivating the HOLD function cally in certain situations.
Page 244 Driving systems adjusted according to your selection (sports Select the "Normal" setting for normal road or comfort), the road condition and the vehi- surfaces and "Raised" for driving with snow cle load. A multifunction camera detects chains or on particularly poor road surfaces. bumps in the road surface before the vehicle Your selection remains stored even if you drives over them.
Page 245 Driving systems Suspension setting AMG vehicles: the AMG Ride Control AMG Ride Control SPORT SPORTmessage appears in the multifunc- The electronically controlled ABC suspension tion display. system works continuously. This improves driving safety and comfort. The system detects the vehicle level and the vehicle load and adjusts the setting accordingly.
Page 246 Driving systems The ROAD SURFACE SCAN function monitors improve driving safety and to reduce fuel con- the road in front of the vehicle using a multi- sumption. There is also the option to manually function camera : at the top of the wind- adjust the vehicle level.
Page 247 Driving systems Vehicle rising Vehicle rising message appears in Sports mode the display. The message disappears after ten sec- onds, irrespective of the level reached. If necessary, the vehicle is raised further. The "Raised level" setting is cancelled if you: drive at a speed over approximately 120 km/h drive for approximately three minutes at a...
Page 248 If the driving speed is higher than 120 km/h, Damage of this sort is not covered by the the vehicle is automatically lowered by Mercedes-Benz implied warranty. All another 10 mm compared to the normal level wheels must remain either on the ground in comfort mode.
Page 249 Driving systems PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area PARKTRONIC when you establish an electrical connection Important safety notes between your vehicle and a trailer. PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with Range of the sensors ultrasonic sensors. It monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors in the General notes front bumper and six sensors in the rear...
Page 250 Driving systems Warning displays Segments on the left-hand side of the vehicle Segments on the right-hand side of the The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and vehicle slush. Otherwise, they may not function cor- Segments showing operational readiness rectly.
Page 251 Driving systems From the: sixth segment onwards, you will hear an intermittent warning tone for approx- imately two seconds. seventh segment onwards, you will hear a warning tone for approximately two sec- onds. This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance. Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC...
Page 252 Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M 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 253 Driving systems Detecting parking spaces a sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage the wheels or tyres. Objects located above the height range of Active Parking Assist may also display spaces Active Parking Assist will not be detected not suitable for parking, e.g.: when the parking space is measured.
Page 254 Driving systems driver's side is activated. When parking on the driver's side, this must remain switched on until you acknowledge the use of Active Park- ing Assist by pressing the a button on the multifunction steering wheel. The system automatically determines whether the park- ing space is parallel or at right angles to the direction of travel.
Page 255 Driving systems To cancel the procedure: press the parked. The vehicle is kept stationary without % button on the multifunction steering the driver having to depress the brake pedal. The braking effect is cancelled when you wheel or pull away. depress the accelerator pedal.
Page 256 Driving systems vehicle parallel to the direction of travel using If you reverse after activation, the steering Active Parking Assist. wheel is moved to the straight-ahead posi- tion. If PARKTRONIC detects obstacles, Active Drive forwards and reverse as prompted by Parking Assist brakes automatically whilst the PARKTRONIC warning displays, several the vehicle exits the parking space.
Page 257 Driving systems shows the Park Assist cancelled Park Assist cancelled mes- Under the following circumstances, the sage. reversing camera will not function, or will function in a limited manner: When Active Parking Assist is cancelled, you must steer and brake again yourself. if the boot lid is open If a system malfunction occurs, the vehicle is in heavy rain, snow or fog...
Page 258 Driving systems Activating/deactivating the reversing Displays in the COMAND display camera The reversing camera may show a distorted view of obstacles or show them incorrectly or not at all. Obstacles are not shown by the reversing camera in the following locations: very close to the rear bumper under the rear bumper in the area immediately above the tailgate...
Page 259 Driving systems Reverse parking function Reversing straight into a parking space without turning the steering wheel Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 1.0 m from the rear of the vehicle Vehicle centre axis (marker assistance) Bumper White guide line without turning the steer- Red guide line at a distance of approx- ing wheel, vehicle width including the imately 0.30 mfrom the rear of the vehicle...
Page 260 Driving systems Reverse perpendicular parking with the Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly steering wheel at an angle in front of the parking space. The white lane should be as close to parallel with the parking space marking as possi- ble.
Page 261 Driving systems "Coupling up a trailer" function Use the COMAND controller to select sym- bol ? (see the separate operating instruc- tions). The "Coupling up a trailer" function is selec- ted. The distance specifications now only apply to objects that are at the same level as the ball coupling.
Page 262 Driving systems objects are marked with bars. The system is When the function is active and you shift the only able to detect and mark stationary transmission from position D or R to N, you objects when your vehicle is moving. By con- see the view which was active before the trast, moving objects will always be detected 360°...
Page 263 Driving systems Do not use the 360° camera in this case. You Press button :. could otherwise injure others or damage The following appears depending on objects when parking the vehicle. whether transmission position D or R is selected: Guide lines are always shown at road level. full-screen view with image from the In trailer mode, the guide lines are shown at front camera...
Page 264 Driving systems Selecting the split-screen and full Top view with image from the reversing screen displays camera Switching between split screen views: To switch to the line with the vehicle icons: slide ZV the controller. To select a vehicle icon: turn the controller. Switching to full screen mode: Turn and press the controller to select Fullscreen...
Page 265 Driving systems Top view with image from the front cam- This view assists you in estimating the dis- tance to the vehicle behind you. This setting can also be selected as an enlarged front view. Top view with image from the mirror cam- eras Symbol for the split screen setting with top view and front camera image...
Page 266 Driving systems "Coupling up a trailer" function apply to objects that are at the same level as the ball coupling. Reverse carefully, making sure trailer draw- bar locating aid ; points approximately in the direction of the trailer drawbar. Reverse carefully until the trailer drawbar reaches red guide line ?.
Page 267 Driving systems Select this view when you are driving out of if there is a strong side wind an exit and the view of crossing traffic is if you have adopted a sporty driving style restricted, for example. with high cornering speeds or high rates of acceleration To select split-screen view, select the if you are predominantly driving at a speed...
Page 268 Driving systems The following information is displayed: If necessary, take a break. Confirm the message by pressing the the length of the journey since the last a button on the steering wheel. break. the attention level determined by ATTEN- On long journeys, take regular breaks in good TION ASSIST, displayed in a bar display in time to allow yourself to rest properly.
Page 269 Driving systems The display can also be updated without a always have priority over the Traffic Sign visible traffic sign if: Assist display. The system may be either functionally the vehicle changes roads (e.g. motorway impaired or temporarily unavailable if: exit or slip road) a village or town boundary is passed which visibility is poor, e.g.
Page 270 Driving systems Instrument cluster display Speed limits in wet conditions Speed limit with overtaking restriction Maximum permitted speed Additional signs for wet conditions A maximum permitted speed of 60 km/h A maximum permitted speed of 80 km/h (60 mph) : and an overtaking restric- (80 mph) applies in wet conditions and when tion ;...
Page 271 Driving systems End of a speed limit Night View Assist Plus General notes No speed limit : applies here. The unit for the speed limit (km/h or mph) In addition to the illumination provided by the depends on the country in which you are normal headlamps, Night View Assist Plus driving.
Page 272 Driving systems your driving style to suit the prevailing road Pedestrian recognition and traffic conditions. The system may be impaired or may not func- tion: if there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, rain, fog or spray if the windscreen is dirty, misted up or cov- ered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity of the camera if the thermal imaging camera in the radia-...
Page 273 Driving systems Night View Assist Plus can recognise larger red headlamps are deactivated at speeds animals such as deer, cows or horses using below 5 km/h. The Night View image con- typical characteristics. tinues to be displayed until you deactivate it by pressing button :.
Page 274 Driving systems Activating the spotlight function The pedestrian detection with spotlight func- tion runs in the background. If the prerequi- sites are met, the spotlight function uses the headlamps to flash four short pulses at a pedestrian detected on or near to the road surface.
Page 275 Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The picture quality of The windscreen is misted up on the inside. Night View Assist Plus Fold down the camera cover ( page 412). has deteriorated. Demist the windscreen ( page 173).
Page 276 Driving systems WARNING Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles: overtaking too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area if the difference in the speed of approach and overtaking is too great As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei- ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit- uations.
Page 277 Driving systems Warning display Visual and acoustic collision warning If you switch on the turn signals to change lanes and a vehicle is detected in the side monitoring range, you receive a visual and acoustic collision warning. You will then hear a double warning tone and red warning lamp : flashes.
Page 278 Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist ted at any time if you steer slightly in the opposite direction or accelerate. General notes The course-correcting brake application is available in the speed range between 30 km/h and 200 km/h. Either a course-correcting brake application appropriate to the driving situation, or none at all, may occur if: there are vehicles or obstacles, e.g.
Page 279 Driving systems If no vehicle is detected in the adjacent lane WARNING and broken lane markings are detected, no Active Lane Keeping Assist cannot always lane-correcting brake application is made. clearly detect lane markings. In such cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist Warning vibration through the steering can: wheel...
Page 280 Driving systems wheel. In addition, a lane with lane markings A lane-correcting brake application is inter- on both sides must be recognised. rupted automatically if: In the case of a broken lane marking being a driving safety system intervenes, such as detected, a lane-correcting brake application ®...
Page 281 Hybrid operation you have switched on the turn signals. In requirements are low. When power output this event, the warnings are suppressed requirements are low, the electric motor pow- for a certain period of time. ers the vehicle. When power output require- ments are high, the combustion engine is a driving safety system intervenes, such switched on, even during a journey.
Page 282 Hybrid operation switched off automatically. All of the vehicle's systems remain active. If you remove your foot from the brake pedal while in transmis- sion position D or R, the vehicle could pull away automatically. Observe the notes on the READY display of the ECO start/stop function ( page 289).
Page 283 Hybrid operation Hybrid system overview Electric vacuum pump Electric cables for the high-voltage electrical system High-voltage battery 12 V battery High-voltage battery cooling Recuperative Brake System Electric refrigerant compressor Power electronics cooling Transmission with electric motor Power electronics (DC/AC converter or DC/DC converter) You can deactivate the hybrid system manually.
Page 284 Hybrid operation Instrument cluster RBS warning lamp ( page 365) Electric motor power display ( page 281) Charge level display for high-voltage battery ( page 282) Electric motor power display Displays and operation Coolant temperature display for a com- bustion engine You can call up the coolant temperature using the on-board computer.
Page 285 Hybrid operation This shows the electric output obtained Menus and submenus from the electric motor, e.g. when driving Selecting displays in the COMAND dis- using the electric motor or in boost mode. play When the motor is switched on, the display is at lower limit ;.
Page 286 Hybrid operation The combustion engine is running while the Charge status of the high-voltage battery vehicle is stationary. The high-voltage battery High-voltage battery is not being charged. The internal combustion Energy flow engine is highlighted in the multifunction dis- play and in the COMAND display. The active hybrid components are high- lighted.
Page 287 Hybrid operation Driving using the internal combustion Driving using the internal combustion engine and boost mode engine and charging the high-voltage bat- tery If you rapidly depress the accelerator, the electric motor supports the internal combus- The internal combustion engine powers the tion engine by providing additional torque.
Page 288 Hybrid operation Driving using the electric motor and charging the high-voltage battery The electric motor is being operated as an alternator, e.g. in overrun mode and when braking. The kinetic energy of the vehicle is converted into electrical energy. The high- voltage battery is charging.
Page 289 Hybrid operation Displaying fuel consumption and generated electrical energy Fuel consumption Electrical energy generated Every bar of the graph displays the average value for one minute. Fuel consumption indicator : may differ from the indicator in the From From start start trip computer in the...
Page 290 Hybrid operation Noiseless start operation is dependent on the The program selector button allows you to outside temperature and the operating tem- choose between different driving character- perature of the internal combustion engine. istics. If the hybrid system has been started, the E Economy Comfortable, economi- green or yellow READY indicator : lights up...
Page 291 Hybrid operation Activating when driving with the combustion engine by providing additional torque when engine: the accelerator is depressed rapidly. Pull the left-hand steering wheel gearshift Overrun mode or braking paddle ( page 205). There are three possible operating modes Manual drive program M is temporarily acti- when the hybrid vehicle is decelerating: vated.
Page 292 Hybrid operation Driving on the motorway the driver's seat belt is fastened and the driver's door is closed When driving on a motorway, the decrease in wasted power has a particularly positive the driver only slightly depresses the accel- effect on fuel consumption and emissions. erator pedal in order to, for example, main- tain the current speed for a limited distance Manoeuvring and turning...
Page 293 Hybrid operation Overrun mode The information on the route is provided by COMAND Online and includes the following: This operating mode is available in the speed range below 140 km/h. data on downhill gradients The combustion engine is switched off and is speed limitations disconnected from the drive train.
Page 294 Hybrid operation Problems with hybrid operation Internal combustion engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot start the For example, the self-diagnosis is not yet complete or the hybrid internal combustion system is malfunctioning. engine. The multifunc- Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. tion display shows no Try to start the internal combustion engine again.
Page 295 Towing a trailer Hybrid system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The hybrid system was You have been in an accident. deactivated automati- The hybrid system remains deactivated if: cally. the internal combustion engine cannot be restarted after a few seconds.
Page 296 Towing a trailer do not exceed the maximum permissible vehicle correctly, the trailer could become noseweight. detached. do not use a noseweight lower than the When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling minimum permissible trailer drawbar nose- characteristics will be different in comparison weight.
Page 297 The values given for gradient-climbing country. capabilities from a standstill refer to sea For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- level. When driving in mountainous areas, imum permissible rear axle load is increased note that the power output of the engine, when towing a trailer.
Page 298 Towing a trailer If a KEYLESS-GO key is in the rear detection Observe the safety instructions for hybrid range of KEYLESS-GO, the boot lid could vehicles ( page 44). open or close unintentionally. Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. Coupling up a trailer Do not carry the KEYLESS-GO key about your person when:...
Page 299 Towing a trailer Fold the ball coupling back in if you are not become trapped between the vehicle body using the trailer tow hitch. and tyres, or underneath the vehicle. This poses a risk of injury. Do not carry the KEYLESS-GO key about your person when: Make sure that no-one is in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arch or underneath the...
Page 300 Towing a trailer Press the ball coupling in the direction of To ensure reliable operation of the bulb failure the arrow until it engages audibly behind indicator, each LED chain in the trailer lighting the bumper. must be guaranteed a minimum current of The indicator lamp on the release knob 50 mA.
Page 301 Towing a trailer Problems with trailer towing Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The released ball cou- Visit a qualified specialist workshop. pling cannot be engaged. The ball coupling does The on-board voltage is insufficient. not unlock, even Start the engine. though: If the ball coupling still does not unlock: the vehicle is station-...
Page 302 Useful information ......300 Important safety notes ....300 Displays and operation ....300 Menus and submenus ...... 302 Display messages ......319 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......355...
Page 303: Useful Information
Displays and operation times. Otherwise, a vehicle that is not oper- Useful information ating safely may cause an accident. For an overview, see the instrument panel This Owner's Manual describes all mod- illustration ( page 34). els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press.
Page 304 Displays and operation Changes in the outside temperature are dis- Press and hold: played after a short delay. Rapid scrolling in all lists In the Radio Radio/Media Media menu: Operating the on-board computer selects a station, audio track or video scene using rapid scrolling In the Telephone Telephone...
Page 305 Menus and submenus Active Parking Assist Mute page 249) ó Switches on LINGUATRONIC, see Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS the separate operating instructions page 152) DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist page 237) Multifunction display Additional speedometer page 317) Maximum permissible speed 120 km/h! exceeded (only for certain coun- tries) To call up the menu list in display...
Page 306: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus fuel tank, the display shows a vehicle being Trip menu refuelled C instead of the range. Standard display Information on the total electric range in hybrid vehicles can be found in the "Hybrid drive" section ( page 285). ECO display Press and hold the % button on the steering wheel until the...
Page 307 Menus and submenus Trip computer "From start" or "From Digital speedometer reset" Use ò on the steering wheel to call up Distance the list of menus. Duration Press the : or 9 button on the steer- Average fuel consumption ing wheel to select the Trip Trip menu.
Page 308 Menus and submenus Activating route guidance You can reset the values of the following func- tions: No change of direction announced trip meter "From start" trip computer "From reset" trip computer ECO display If you reset the values in the "ECO display", the values in the "From start"...
Page 309 Menus and submenus Lane not recommended ?: you will not be Change of direction with lane recommen- dation able to complete the next change of direction if you stay in this lane. Possible lane A: you will be able to complete the next change of direction in this lane only.
Page 310 Menus and submenus To store a station, see the separate oper- Radio menu ating instructions. DAB radio mode (Digital Audio Broadcast- ing); see the separate operating instruc- tions. Media menu Changing the media source Waveband Channel frequency with memory position Name of artist Name of track Genre...
Page 311 Menus and submenus Audio player or audio media operation Not all audio devices or media support this function. If the corresponding track information is stored on the audio drive or audio media, the multifunction display may display the follow- ing: track number track name artist...
Page 312 Menus and submenus To select the next or previous scene To select a channel from the channel from the scene list: briefly press : or list: press : or 9 briefly. To select a channel from the channel list using rapid scrolling: press and To select a scene from the scene list briefly hold the : or 9 button.
Page 313 Mercedes Benz Service Centre on the Internet at http:// To begin rapid scrolling: press and hold www.mercedes-benz.com/connect the : or 9 button for longer than one second. Accepting a call Rapid scrolling stops when you release the button or reach the end of the list.
Page 314 Menus and submenus Press the 6 button to switch to the Distance warning function of COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ( page 81) redial memory. ® Press the : or 9 button to select the PRE-SAFE Brake ( page 86) desired name or number. Press the 6 or a button to start dial- Service menu ling.
Page 315 Menus and submenus Select the AdBlue AdBlue submenu using : or ® Only deactivate ESP in the situations descri- bed in the following. Press a to confirm the selection. ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol- ®...
Page 316 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering ® Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE Brake wheel. Use : or 9 to select the Assis‐ Assis‐ ® PRE-SAFE Brake is only available in vehicles tance tance submenu. with DISTRONIC PLUS. Press a to confirm. Use ò...
Page 317 Menus and submenus When the distance warning function is deac- Press a to confirm. tivated, the æ symbol appears in the The current selection is displayed. Assistance Assistance graphic graphic menu in the multifunc- Press the : or 9 button to set Off, tion display.
Page 318 Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the Use : or 9 to select the Spot‐ Spot‐ Light Light submenu. light light function. Press a to confirm. Press the a button to save the setting. When the spotlight function is activated, Press the : or 9 button to select the the assistance graphic shows the pedes- Intelligent Light System...
Page 319 Menus and submenus Press : or 9 to select the Dipped Dipped Press the : or 9 button to select the beams Setting for beams Setting for function. Display unit Speed-/odometer Display unit Speed-/odometer func- tion. You will see the selected setting: right- right- You will see the selected setting:...
Page 320 Menus and submenus Press a to confirm. Press the : or 9 button to adjust The current selection Outside tempera‐ Outside tempera‐ permanent SPEEDTRONIC in increments of ture ture, Coolant temperature Coolant temperature Elec‐ Elec‐ (240 km/h 240 km/h 160 km/h km/h).
Page 321 Menus and submenus SETUP AMG menu in AMG vehicles AMG displays Drive program (C C /S S /M M ® mode (ON ON/OFF OFF) Digital speedometer Suspension tuning (SPORT SPORT/COMFORT COMFORT) Gear indicator Use ò on the steering wheel to call up Upshift indicator the list of menus.
Page 322: Display Messages
Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic symbols are simplified in the Owner's Manual and may differ from the symbols in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Owner's Manual.
Page 323 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- ® gram), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , HOLD function, hill start currently unavail‐ currently unavail‐ ® assist, ESP trailer stabilisation, crosswind driving assistance, able See Owner's able See Owner's...
Page 324 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted.
Page 325 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , HOLD function, hill start assist, ® trailer stabilisation, crosswind driving assistance, adaptive currently unavail‐ currently unavail‐ brake lights, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and able See Owner's able See Owner's Active Blind Spot Assist are unavailable due to a malfunction.
Page 326 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, ® ® PRE-SAFE , HOLD function, hill start assist, ESP trailer stabili- ÷ sation, crosswind driving assistance, adaptive brake lights, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist inoperative See inoperative See...
Page 327 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red ! indicator lamp are lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
Page 328 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red ! indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
Page 329 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red ! indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warning lamp is lit. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. Move the transmission selector lever to P. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 330 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE Functions Functions ® ® PRE-SAFE PLUS, PRE-SAFE Brake or Adaptive Brake Assist of currently limited currently limited COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST is temporarily inoperative. Pos- See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual sible causes: the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow the sensors in the radiator trim and in the bumpers are dirty...
Page 331 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Radar sensors Radar sensors At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety sys- tems is temporarily inoperative: dirty See Owner's dirty See Owner's Manual Manual ® PRE-SAFE PLUS ®...
Page 332 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ý ý If this symbol appears in the multifunction display, a seat belt tongue has not been inserted in a rear seat belt buckle. WARNING A seat belt which is not worn correctly, or which has not been engaged in the seat belt buckle correctly, cannot provide the intended level of protection.
Page 333 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat belt buckle extender on the right or left of the rear com- partment is not in the predefined position. The seat belt may be locked. WARNING If the seat belt buckle extender is not in the predefined position, the seat belt cannot provide the intended level of protection.
Page 334 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument clus- Front Front left left malfunc‐ malfunc‐ ter.
Page 335 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the rear centre. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear centre mal‐ Rear centre mal‐ WARNING function Consult function Consult workshop workshop The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered uninten-...
Page 336 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand trailer turn signal lamp is faulty. Observe the separate operating instructions provided by the Trailer left indi‐ Trailer left indi‐ trailer manufacturer. cator cator Trailer Trailer right indicator right indicator The trailer brake lamp is faulty.
Page 337 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand main-beam headlamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Left main beam Left main beam Right main beam Right main beam The left or right-hand licence plate lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 338 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The light sensor is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. AUTO AUTO lights lights inoper‐ inoper‐ ative ative The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 339 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Stop vehi‐ Coolant Stop vehi‐ WARNING cle Switch engine cle Switch engine Never drive with an overheated engine. Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
Page 340 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual Possible causes: faulty alternator defective power electronics (hybrid vehicles) 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 341 Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. Check the oil level when next refuelling, at the latest...
Page 342 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ¸ Vehicles with a diesel engine: the engine air filter is dirty and must be replaced. Replace Replace air air cleaner cleaner Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Vehicles with a diesel engine: there is water in the fuel filter. The water must be drained off.
Page 343 Display messages Hybrid system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The hybrid system is malfunctioning. Have the vehicle transported on a transporter or towed with the Malfunction Malfunction rear axle raised to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. The drive system is malfunctioning. The ECO start/stop function may be malfunctioning.
Page 344 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ¨ You have pulled away while the vehicle level is still too low. AIRMATIC sets the vehicle to the selected level after a short Stop vehicle Vehi‐ Stop vehicle Vehi‐ period.
Page 345 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The display message is shown continuously. Active Body Control (ABC) is malfunctioning. Do not drive at speeds above 80 km/h. Make only slight steering movements. Otherwise, the front wing or the tyre could be damaged if the steering movement is too large.
Page 346 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Lane Keep‐ Active Lane Keep‐ Active Lane Keeping Assist is faulty. ing Assist inoper‐ ing Assist inoper‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ative ative Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative.
Page 347 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® The vehicle has started to skid and ESP has intervened. Use Active Parking Assist again later ( page 249). PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning or faulty. Park Park Assist Assist inoper‐ inoper‐...
Page 348 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Spotlight inopera‐ Spotlight inopera‐ Night View Assist Plus is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes: tive tive the windscreen is dirty in the camera's field of vision. the camera in the radiator trim is dirty visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
Page 349 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC DISTRONIC PLUS PLUS cur‐ cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently rently unavailable unavailable DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist is also temporarily inoperative. See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual Possible causes: the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow the sensors in the radiator trim and in the bumpers are dirty the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
Page 350 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DTR+: steering DTR+: steering DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist is temporarily inoperative. Pos- sible causes: assist. currently assist. currently unavailable See unavailable See the windscreen is dirty in the camera's field of vision. Owner's Manual Owner's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
Page 351 Display messages Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant Tyre pressure Tyre pressure loss in pressure. Check tyres Check tyres A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tyres or fitted new wheels and tyres.
Page 352 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Rectify tyre pres‐ Rectify tyre pres‐ The tyre pressure is too low in at least one of the tyres, or the tyre pressure difference between the wheels is too great. sure sure Check the tyre pressures at the next opportunity...
Page 353 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Warning Warning tyre tyre defect defect The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped suddenly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. WARNING If you drive with a flat tyre, there is a risk of the following hazards: a flat tyre affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle you could lose control of the vehicle continued driving with a flat tyre will cause excessive heat build-...
Page 354 Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in To start engine, To start engine, position R or D. shift to either P shift to either P or N or N Shift the transmission to position P or N.
Page 355 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The bonnet is open. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The open bonnet may then block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 356 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front-passenger seat head restraint is folded down and there Front-passenger Front-passenger is a malfunction. The head restraint can no longer be folded up. seat cannot be seat cannot be used.
Page 357 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Telephone No Telephone No Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ receiver range. service service Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display. ¥ The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
Page 358: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the key is not detected whilst the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 359 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ü N The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed. The driver or passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
Page 360 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow brake system warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. WARNING The brake system is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected.
Page 361 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) has been deactivated due to a fault. Therefore ®...
Page 362 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. EBD is unavailable due to a malfunction. Therefore ABS, BAS, BAS PLUS, ®...
Page 363 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp J÷ ® N The red brake warning lamp, the yellow ESP warning lamp and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running. ®...
Page 364 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ® ® , BAS, BAS PLUS, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, PRE-SAFE ®...
Page 365 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/ or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit. Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
Page 366 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow engine diagnostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a fault, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
Page 367 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
Page 368 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and top up the coolant, observing the warning notes page 403).
Page 369 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red brake warning lamp is on. A warning tone also sounds. Risk of accident RBS is malfunctioning. Pedal travel may be longer than usual and braking performance may be affected.
Page 370 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tyres Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow tyre pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres.
Page 371 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering assistance is faulty. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 372 Useful information ......370 Stowage areas ........370 Features ..........378...
Page 373 Stowage areas or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle Useful information (including occupants). the boot is the preferred place to carry This Owner's Manual describes all mod- objects. els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- going to press.
Page 374 Stowage areas Front stowage compartments Spectacles compartment Glove compartment To open: press marking :. The spectacles compartment opens down- To open: pull handle : and open glove wards. compartment flap ;. To close: press marking : again and the To close: fold glove compartment flap ; spectacles compartment returns upwards upwards until it engages.
Page 375 Stowage areas a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direc- tion. Always observe the maximum load of the stowage compartment. Stow and secure heavy objects in the boot. The maximum permissible load of the stow- age compartment is 1.5 kg.
Page 376 Stowage areas Rear stowage compartments Stowage compartment in the rear-com- partment centre console Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest Vehicles with individual seats and centre con- sole in the rear: Vehicles with a rear bench seat: Pull up on handle : and fold the armrest To open: fold down the seat armrest.
Page 377 Stowage areas Stowage box in the rear seat backrest To fold out: open rear armrest : page 373). Vehicles with a rear bench seat: Pull the folding table forwards and upwards To open: fold down the rear armrest. by recess ; or = and swing outwards. Pull handle : and fold down cover ;.
Page 378 Stowage areas There is a risk of accident and injury. Store only skis in the skibag. Always secure the skibag with the lashing straps so that it cannot move around. Observe the following points when using the skibag: do not transport more than three pairs of skis in the skibag.
Page 379 Stowage areas You can remove the skibag if you would like to clean or dry it. Open the boot. Open flap :. Release the skibag at catch ; and remove. Securing a load Luggage net retainers Engage hook ; in securing ring =. General notes Pull tensioning strap ? tight by the loose Observe the following notes on securing...
Page 380 ; until it rests against the boot sepa- adapt your driving style. rator. The maximum roof load is 100 kg. ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehi- cle.
Page 381 Features If a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz To open: open the stowage compartment makes contact with the panorama sliding page 371). sunroof, the sunroof will lower slightly but To remove: slide catch : forwards and remain raised in the rear.
Page 382 Features Vehicles with electrically adjustable rear Press button :. bench seats Base = of cup holder pops up. ! Do not sit on or support your body weight Remove the insert from the rear seat arm- on the rear seat armrest when it is folded rest completely.
Page 383 Features Vanity mirror in the sun visor The temperature-controlled cup holder can be used to keep cold drinks cold and hot Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor drinks hot. is clipped into retainer ; and mirror cover When the heating function is used, the metal A has been folded up.
Page 384 Features Extending/retracting from the rear Rear window roller sunblind Important safety notes WARNING Parts of the body could be trapped in the sweep of the roller sunblind when the roller sunblind is extended or retracted. There is a risk of injury. When extending or retracting make sure that no parts of the body are in the sweep of the roller sunblind.
Page 385 Features If you are not using the ashtray, close it and Ashtray place it in the retainer in the rear door. Front ashtray Cigarette lighter Important safety notes WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter.
Page 386 Features Press in cigarette lighter :. Vehicles with a Rear Seat Entertainment Sys- tem: Cigarette lighter : will pop out automati- cally when the heating element is red-hot. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition To close: press stowage compartment ; lock ( page 191).
Page 387 Features Vehicles without Rear Seat Entertainment An emergency cut-off ensures that the on- System board voltage does not drop too low. If the on-board voltage is too low, the power to To open: briefly press cover ; at the top. the sockets is automatically cut.
Page 388 Features Press lid : of the socket compartment you could receive an electric shock. There is briefly. a risk of fatal injury. The socket compartment opens. Only attach appropriate objects to the power Lift up the cover of socket ;. socket.
Page 389 Features bench seat or electrically adjustable rear seats. To switch on: switch the ignition on. Open flap =. Insert the plug of the electronic device into 230 V power socket :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. To switch off: remove the connector from 230 V socket :.
Page 390 Features Problems with the 230 V power socket Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The warning lamp on The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak. the 230 V power socket Start the engine. is not lit. Charge the battery ( page 425).
Page 391 The coolbox reduces its cooling output or Connect plug ;. switches off, if: many electrical consumers are turned on Mercedes-Benz emergency call sys- the starter battery is not sufficiently charged This is indicated by the flashing indicator Information on these requirements can be lamps in the button.
Page 392 – around the multifunction steering wheel. clock. For any queries about the vehicle, Mercedes-Benz Contact offers a fast and easy Press the corresponding COMAND Online connecting call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- button for ending a phone call.
Page 393 Features To call: press info call button :. takes into consideration the scientific discus- sion surrounding the possible health risk This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz posed by electromagnetic fields. Service Centre. Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an Connecting...
Page 394 Features Open the telephone compartment phone and the hands-free system will be dis- page 372). connected. Place the mobile phone bracket into the Notes on the necessary steps for setting pre-installed fitting; see the separate instal- "Private mode" can be found in the sepa- lation instructions for the mobile phone fit- rate operating instructions of the mobile ting.
Page 395 Features at a qualified specialised workshop Garage door remote control A is not inclu- ded with the integrated garage door opener. ® via the HomeLink Hotline (0) 08000 466 354 65 or alternatively Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition +49 (0) 6838 907-277 lock ( page 191).
Page 396 Features Synchronising the rolling code frequency can usually be found on the back of the garage door drive remote control. Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" page 392). Replace the batteries in garage door remote control A. This increases the like- If the garage door system uses a rolling code, lihood that garage door remote control A you will also have to synchronise the garage...
Page 397 Features The transmitter will transmit a signal for as Country Radio type approval num- long as the button is pressed. The transmis- sion is halted after a maximum of ten seconds Frequency range (MHz) and indicator lamp : lights up yellow. Press button ;, = or ? again if necessary.
Page 398 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) FR (France) Article 6 of Directive IT (Italy) DGPGSR/II/347487/ 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668 FOR/15347 13 May 05 DGPGSR/II/347487/ 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 FOR/15348 DGPGSR/II/347487/ GI (Gibraltar) Article 6 of Directive FOR/15350...
Page 399 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) NL (Nether- Article 6 of Directive SK (Slova- Article 6 of Directive lands) 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May kia) 1999/5/EC R&TTE Slovak MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 206/11/2005 4 May 05 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 NO (Norway) Article 6 of Directive...
Page 400 Features Australia Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) GF (French Article 6 of Directive Guyana) 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668 AU (Aus- 28 June 2005 13 May 05 tralia) MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 NZ (New 20 March 06...
Page 401 Features Infrared reflective windscreen The infrared reflecting glass prevents the vehicle interior from becoming too hot. It also blocks radio waves up into the gigahertz range. In order to operate radio-controlled equip- ment, e.g. toll recording systems, areas : on the windscreen are permeable to radio waves.
Page 402 Useful information ......400 Engine compartment ......400 ASSYST PLUS ........405 Care ............ 406...
Page 403: Useful Information
Engine compartment Useful information WARNING There are moving components in the engine This Owner's Manual describes all mod- compartment. Certain components may con- els, series and optional equipment for your tinue to move or suddenly move again even vehicle that were available at the time of after the ignition has been switched off, e.g.
Page 404: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment bonnet has been triggered, pedestrian pro- Always switch off the windscreen wipers and tection may be limited. the ignition before opening the bonnet. Resetting ! Make sure that the windscreen wipers are WARNING not folded away from the windscreen. Oth- erwise, you could damage the windscreen Certain components in the engine compart- wipers or the bonnet.
Page 405 Engine compartment Closing the bonnet Checking the oil level using the oil dip- stick Lower the bonnet and let it fall from a height of approximately 20 cm. WARNING Check that the bonnet has engaged prop- Certain components in the engine compart- erly.
Page 406 Make sure that the cap locks securely into Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service place. Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Check the oil level again with the oil dip- Centre. stick ( page 402). Damage to the engine or exhaust system is...
Page 407 Engine compartment neck when warm, there is enough coolant Allow the engine to cool before opening the in coolant expansion tank ;. cap. Wear gloves and protective eyewear when opening. Slowly turn the cap half a turn If necessary, top up with coolant that has to allow pressure to escape.
Page 408: Assyst Plus
Information on the type of service and service intervals (see separate Service Booklet). Displaying service messages You can obtain further information from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Switch the ignition on. Use ò on the steering wheel to call up The ASSYST PLUS service interval display the list of menus.
Page 409 Care A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Care Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the General notes ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the service work has been carried out. You Environmental note can also obtain further information on main- Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning tenance work, for example.
Page 410: Care
Care speeds. Otherwise, when in transmission After washing the vehicle, brake carefully position D or R the automatic transmis- while paying attention to the traffic conditions sion will automatically switch to park in order to restore full braking efficiency. position P and block the wheels. ! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function Observe the following to make sure that the is activated, the vehicle brakes automati-...
Page 411 Use a soft sponge to clean. trim elements Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car ventilation slots shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Damaged seals or electrical components Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a can lead to leaks or failures.
Page 412 Use only insect remover and car shampoo to electronic components. from the range of recommended and approved Mercedes-Benz care products. Clean the inside and outside of the win- dows with a damp cloth and a cleaning agent that is recommended and approved...
Page 413 WARNING a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g. If the windscreen wipers are set in motion Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning when cleaning the windscreen or wiper cloths. blades, you could become trapped. There is a danger of injury.
Page 414 360° camera with a high-pres- Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product sure cleaner.360 tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cleaning the trailer tow hitch Environmental note Dispose of oily and greasy cloths in an envi- ronmentally-responsible manner.
Page 415 Care ! Please note the care instructions in the Cleaning Night and Day View Assist trailer coupling manufacturer's operating Cleaning the camera behind the wind- instructions. screen The ball coupling must be cleaned if it ! Never clean the camera lens. When clean- becomes dirty or corroded.
Page 416 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- Camera lens : is cleaned at regular intervals mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. by operating the windscreen washer system. Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean Cleaning wooden trim and trim ele- camera lens : when it is very dirty.
Page 417 It has natural surface properties, e.g.: Carpets: use the carpet and textile clean- ing agents recommended and approved by unevenness in structure Mercedes-Benz. marks caused by growth and injury subtle colour differences These are characteristics of leather and not material faults.
Page 418 Useful information ......416 Where will I find...? ......416 Flat tyre ..........418 Battery (vehicle) ........ 423 Jump-starting ........428 Towing and tow-starting ....431 Electrical fuses ......... 435...
Page 419: Useful Information
Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are pos- sible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions descri- bed.
Page 420: Where Will I Find
Where will I find...? change on your vehicle, consult a qualified Fire extinguisher specialist workshop. ! Keep the stowage compartment closed Necessary tyre-changing tools can include, while the vehicle is in motion. It may oth- for example: erwise be damaged. Jack Wheel chock Wheel wrench...
Page 421 Flat tyre The tyre-change tool kit is kept in a tray in the Centring pin stowage well under the boot floor. Jacking support Open the boot lid. Folding wheel chock Lift the boot floor upwards ( page 376). Wheel wrench Jack Ratchet Flat tyre...
Page 422: Flat Tyre
Flat tyre Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traf- tions/manoeuvres, or it can be increased fic conditions when doing so. through a moderate style of driving. Close the driver's door. The maximum permissible distance which can be driven in run-flat mode is counted from Place the warning triangle a suitable dis- the moment the tyre pressure loss warning tance away (...
Page 423 Flat tyre If tyre sealant is swallowed, immediately ® is intervening constantly. rinse your mouth out thoroughly and drink there are tears in the sidewalls of the tyre. plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting, After driving in emergency mode, have the and seek medical attention immediately.
Page 424 Flat tyre Do not switch off the tyre inflation com- pressor during this phase. Let the tyre inflation compressor run for five minutes. The tyre should then have attained a pressure of at least 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi). If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has been attained after five minutes, see "Tyre pressure reached"...
Page 425 In your vehicle, you will find a sticker with You should therefore adapt your driving style the Mercedes-Benz Service24h telephone accordingly and drive carefully. Do not exceed number, e.g. on the B-pillar on the driver's the specified maximum speed with a tyre that side.
Page 426: Battery (Vehicle)
Battery (vehicle) Have the tyre sealant bottle replaced as Before handling the battery, touch the vehicle soon as possible at a qualified specialist body to remove any existing electrostatic workshop. build-up. Have the tyre sealant bottle replaced every The highly flammable gas mixture is created four years at a qualified specialist work- while the battery is charging and when jump- shop.
Page 427 Check that all the indicator lamps in been tested and approved for your vehicle by the instrument cluster are off. Otherwise, Mercedes-Benz. These batteries have greater you may damage electronic components impact resistance and as a result there is no such as the alternator, for example.
Page 428 DANGER Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if The vehicle's high voltage electrical system is you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for under high voltage. If you modify components a long period of time.
Page 429 Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger unit spe- ! Only charge the high-voltage battery in cially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles the "Charging when stationary" operating and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz mode.
Page 430 Battery (vehicle) Stop the vehicle if the internal combustion engine is running. The internal combustion engine drives the electric motor. The electric motor is oper- ating as an alternator. The high-voltage bat- tery is being charged. If the high-voltage battery is too heavily discharged, recharge the high-voltage bat- tery to at least 60 % of its capacity.
Page 431: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
Page 432 Jump-starting Do not use a rapid charging device to start the vehicle. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jump leads. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
Page 433 Jump-starting Earth point cover (example: left-hand drive) Turn fasteners : one Õ turn and remove. Right-hand drive: remove cover. Left-hand drive: remove the cover whilst pressing down on cover plate ; of the washer fluid reservoir. (Example: left-hand-drive vehicle) Position number D identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device.
Page 434: Towing And Tow-Starting
Towing and tow-starting Before disconnecting the jump leads, let the engines run for several minutes. First, remove the jump leads from earth point B and negative terminal A, then from pos- itive clamp = and positive terminal ?. Begin each time at the contacts on your own vehicle first.
Page 435 Towing and tow-starting tow hitch. You could otherwise damage the Information on your vehicle's gross vehicle vehicle. weight rating can be found on the vehicle identification plate ( page 474). ! Observe the following points when towing Observe the legal requirements for the rele- with a tow rope: vant countries when towing.
Page 436 Towing and tow-starting Hybrid vehicles: towing the vehicle with the Fitting/removing the towing eye rear axle raised should only be carried out by Fitting the towing eye professional recovery companies. ! The ignition must be switched off if you are towing the vehicle with the rear axle ®...
Page 437 Towing and tow-starting It is important that you observe the safety axle or steering components. Otherwise, instructions when towing away your vehicle the vehicle could be damaged. page 431). The towing eyes or trailer tow hitch can be The automatic transmission automatically used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or trans- shifts to position P when you open the driver's porter if you wish to transport it.
Page 438: Electrical Fuses
You could damage the dashboard or cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz the cover. Service Centre. ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the ! Only use fuses that have been approved fuse box when the cover is open.
Page 439 Electrical fuses Fuse box in the engine compartment WARNING When the bonnet is open, and the windscreen wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury. Always switch off the windscreen wipers and the ignition before opening the bonnet.
Page 440 Electrical fuses To close: check whether the seal is lying correctly in cover ?. Insert cover ? at the rear of the fuse box into the retainer. Fold down cover ? of the fuse box and tighten screws =. Insert cover ; and secure with retaining clamps :.
Page 442 Useful information ......440 Important safety notes ....440 Operation ........... 440 Winter operation ....... 442 Tyre pressure ........443 Changing a wheel ......449 Wheel and tyre combinations ..455 Emergency spare wheel ....468...
Page 443: Useful Information
National variations are pos- Accessories that are not approved for your sible. Note that your vehicle may not be vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or that are not equipped with all of the functions descri- being used correctly can impair operating bed.
Page 444 Exception: it is permissible to fit a different ard valve cap or other valve caps approved for type or make in the event of a flat tyre. your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Do not fit any Observe the "MOExtended tyres (tyres with...
Page 445: Winter Operation
(aqua- thereby damaging the tyres permanently. planing). Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility Replace the tyres after six years at the lat- for this type of damage. est, regardless of wear.
Page 446: Tyre Pressure
Mercedes-Benz, or that are of a corre- the handling as well as steering and braking sponding standard of quality.
Page 447 There is a risk of accident. Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps specifically provided by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tyre valve. WARNING If a tyre size precedes a tyre pressure, the...
Page 448 Tyre pressure warm tyres. Only correct the tyre pressure if Information on tyre pressures is shown in the it is too low for the current operating condi- multifunction display. After a few minutes of tions. driving, the current tyre pressure of each tyre is shown in the Serv.
Page 449 Tyre pressure Checking the tyre pressure electroni- The tyre pressure monitor has a yellow warn- cally ing lamp in the instrument cluster for indicat- ing a pressure loss or malfunction. Depending Make sure that the key is in position on how the warning lamp flashes or lights up, page 191) in the ignition lock.
Page 450 Tyre pressure Warning messages of the tyre pressure correctly in all four tyres for the current monitor operating conditions. Also observe the notes in the section on If the tyre pressure monitor detects a pres- tyre pressures ( page 443). sure loss in one or more tyres, a warning mes- Make sure that the key is in position 2 in sage is shown in the multifunction display and...
Page 451 Tyre pressure Radio type approval for the tyre pres- pressure loss warning system" section sure monitor page 448). Country Radio type approval number Important safety notes Brazil 1489-10-4415 The tyre pressure warning system does not warn you of an incorrectly set tyre pressure. Model: MRXMERCTX1 Observe the notes on the recommended tyre Dubai...
Page 452: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel The tyre pressure loss warning system can Changing a wheel only give reliable warnings if you have set Flat tyre the correct tyre pressure. If an incorrect tyre pressure is set, these incorrect values You can find information on what to do in the will be monitored.
Page 453 Changing a wheel degree of tyre wear. Ensure the direction of Move the front wheels to the straight- rotation is maintained. ahead position. Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and Shift the transmission to position P. the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel Make sure that "normal"...
Page 454 Mercedes-Benz. If the jack is used incorrectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 455 Note that the hub cap should be tight- ened to the specified torque of 25 Nm. Vehicles with plastic hub caps: Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have To remove: turn the centre cover of hub the hub cap fitted at a qualified specialist cap : anti-clockwise and remove.
Page 456 Changing a wheel AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG Using wheel wrench =, loosen the bolts on equipment: fold cover ? upwards. the wheel you wish to change by about one full turn. Do not unscrew the bolts com- pletely. Position jack B at jacking point A.
Page 457 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you ing. only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. ! AMG vehicles: during removal and repo- sitioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it.
Page 458: Wheel And Tyre Combinations
WARNING General notes The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- and bolts are not tightened to the specified ommends that you only use tyres and tightening torque. There is a risk of accident.
Page 459 Wheel and tyre combinations ! Large wheels: the lower the section width for a certain wheel size, the lower the ride comfort is on poor road surfaces. Roll com- fort and suspension comfort are reduced and the risk of damage to the wheels and tyres as a result of driving over obstacles increases.
Page 460 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres S 350 BlueTEC Summer tyres R 17 Tyres Light-alloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/55 R17 102 W R 18 Tyres Light-alloy wheels BA: 245/50 R18 100 W BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 100 W MOExtended BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W...
Page 461 Wheel and tyre combinations R 20 Tyres Light-alloy wheels FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL MOExtended FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 43.5 FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL MOExtended...
Page 462 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Light-alloy wheels FA: 245/50 R18 100 W FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W MOExtended FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 R 19...
Page 463 Wheel and tyre combinations R 18 Tyres Light-alloy wheels BA: 245/50 R18 104 V XL M+S i BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 104 V XL M+Si MOExtended BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 R 19 Tyres Light-alloy wheels...
Page 464 Wheel and tyre combinations R 20 Tyres Light-alloy wheels FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL MOExtended FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 43.5 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL MOExtended FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36.5 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 44...
Page 465 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Light-alloy wheels FA: 245/50 R18 100 W FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W MOExtended FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 R 19...
Page 466 Wheel and tyre combinations R 18 Tyres Light-alloy wheels BA: 245/50 R18 104 V XL M+S i BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 104 V XL M+Si MOExtended BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 R 19 Tyres Light-alloy wheels...
Page 467 Wheel and tyre combinations R 20 Tyres Light-alloy wheels FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL MOExtended FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 43.5 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL MOExtended FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36.5 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 44...
Page 468 Wheel and tyre combinations R 19 Tyres Light-alloy wheels FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 36 RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 43.5 FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL MOExtended FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 36 RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y MOExtended RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 43.5...
Page 469 Wheel and tyre combinations S 63 AMG Summer tyres Only for certain countries. R 19 Tyres Light-alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 38 FA: 255/45 ZR19 (104 Y) XL RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 38 3, 4 RA: 285/40 ZR19 (107 Y) XL FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 39...
Page 470 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Light-alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 4, 5 RA: 285/35 R20 104 V XL M+S i FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 39 FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 39...
Page 471 Emergency spare wheel R 20 Tyres Light-alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 BA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 39 BA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38...
Page 472: Emergency Spare Wheel
Emergency spare wheel defective wheel has been replaced with a To prevent hazardous situations: new wheel. Adapt your driving style accordingly and Vehicles with tyre pressure monitor: drive carefully. after mounting an emergency spare wheel, Never fit more than one spare wheel/emer- the system may still display the tyre pres- gency spare wheel if the dimensions are sure of the removed wheel for a few...
Page 473 Emergency spare wheel Technical data Collapsible emergency spare wheel Tyres Light-alloy wheels T 185/55 D20 100 P 6 B x 20 H2 ET 36 Tyre pressure: 350 kPa (3.5 bar/51 psi)
Page 474 Useful information ......472 Information on technical data ..472 Vehicle electronics ......472 Identification plates ......474 Service products and capacities ..474 Vehicle data ........482 Trailer tow hitch ........ 483...
Page 475: Useful Information
You can find current technical data on the This can jeopardise the operating safety of the Internet at http://www.mercedes-benz.com vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. The technical data was determined in Have the low-reflection exterior aerial fitted at accordance with EU Directives.
Page 476: Vehicle Electronics
Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- lowing wavebands: mum transmission outputs or aerial positions trunked radio/Tetra must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. 70 cm waveband GSM/DCS/PCS UMTS/LTE...
Page 477: Identification Plates
Service products and capacities data applicable to your vehicle on the vehi- Identification plates cle's identification plate. Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Open the front right-hand door. You will see vehicle identification plate :. Open the front right-hand door. Fold cover : down and remove it.
Page 478: Service Products And Capacities
Seek you use products tested and approved by immediate medical attention. Mercedes-Benz. They are listed in this If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate medi- Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the appro- cal attention. Do not induce vomiting.
Page 479 Benz; see "Additives". You can obtain fur- mended fuel is not available. ther information from any Mercedes-Benz Doing so results in noticeably higher fuel Service Centre. consumption, and the engine power output Usually you will find information about the is noticeably reduced.
Page 480 Do not mix such fuels with diesel fuel and only be mixed with additives recommended do not use any special additives. This can by Mercedes-Benz. Observe the instruc- otherwise lead to engine damage. tions for use in the product description.
Page 481 Service products and capacities warmer areas may not be suitable for opera- in accordance with EU Directive tion in colder climatic conditions. 80/1268/EEC for vehicles that comply with or exceed Further information on country-specific the EURO 5 standard, in accordance with fuel properties and fuel types with low-tem- Regulation (EC) No.
Page 482 229.51, 229.52 technical standard. Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved If the engine oils listed in the table are not engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz available, you may add the following engine engines. oils until the next oil change: Further information on tested and approved...
Page 483 Benz according to MB Approval 331.0. Information about approved brake fluid can Engine oil viscosity be obtained at any qualified specialist work- shop or on the Internet at: http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. Coolant Important safety notes...
Page 484 Service products and capacities Further information on coolants can be The coolant is checked at every mainte- found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications nance interval at a qualified specialist for Service Products, MB Specifications for workshop. Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the Inter- net at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Page 485: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data Vehicle data Short wheelbase models General notes AMG vehicles Please note that for the specified vehicle Vehicle length 5157 mm data: Vehicle width including 2130 mm the heights specified may vary as a result exterior mirrors Vehicle width excluding 1914 mm tyres exterior mirrors...
Page 486: Trailer Tow Hitch
Trailer tow hitch ! All vehicles (except hybrid vehicles): if Long wheelbase models you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, AMG vehicles changes to the engine cooling system may be necessary, depending on the vehicle Vehicle length 5287 mm type. Vehicle width including 2130 mm If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted,...
Page 487 Trailer tow hitch Trailer loads ! Use a drawbar noseweight as close as possible to the maximum permissible noseweight. Do not use a noseweight of less than 50 kg, as the vehicle/trailer combination may other- wise become unstable. Note that the payload and the rear axle load are reduced by the actual noseweight.
Page 488 Trailer tow hitch Short wheelbase Long wheelbase S 500 1570 kg 1580 kg S 350 BlueTEC 1565 kg 1575 kg S 350 CDI – S 500 4MATIC...

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