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Order no. 65155605 13 Part no. 2425842200 Edition C 2014
B-Class Electric Drive
Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 B-Class Electric Drive Operator's Manual É2425842200tËÍ 2425842200 Order no. 65155605 13 Part no. 2425842200 Edition C 2014...
  • Page 2 Several of these symbols in succes- ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of sion indicate an instruction with sev- Further information about Mercedes-Benz Bluetooth SIG Inc. eral steps. vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instruc- tions and warning notices in this manual.
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 29 Introduction ......... 19 Safety ........... 39 Opening and closing ......71 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..85 Lights and windshield wipers .... 97 Climate control ......... 113 Driving and parking ......125 On-board computer and displays ..
  • Page 6 Audio system Introduction ........46 Knee bag .......... 48 see separate operating instructions PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center lamps ..........41 see Qualified specialist workshop Side impact air bag ......48 Authorized workshop Window curtain air bag ....48...
  • Page 7 Index Breakdown Towing away ........271 Backup lamp see Flat tire Changing bulbs ......106 Brightness control (instrument Display message ......206 cluster lighting) ........31 Bag hook ..........232 Bulbs BAS (Brake Assist System) ....63 see Replacing bulbs Battery Display message ......
  • Page 8 Index Center console Climate control Lower section ........35 Automatic climate control (dual- Upper section ........34 zone) ..........115 Central locking Auxiliary climate control (on- board computer) ......186 Automatic locking (on-board com- Controlling automatically ....117 puter) ..........188 Convenience opening/closing Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ..
  • Page 9 Index COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Activating/deactivating the dis- Dashboard tance warning function ....184 see Cockpit Display message ......191 Data Operation/notes ......64 see Technical data Combination switch ......100 Daytime running lamps Compass Display message ......206 Calibrating ........249 Switching on/off (on-board com- Calling up ........
  • Page 10 DVD audio (on-board computer) ..181 Switching off ........145 DVD video (on-board computer) ..181 Driving abroad Mercedes-Benz Service ....256 Driving on flooded roads ....151 Driving safety systems EBD (electronic brake force distri- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..63 bution) ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......
  • Page 11 Index Glove box ........... 229 ® (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) Characteristics ......... 67 Deactivating/activating ....183 Handbrake Deactivating/activating (notes) ..67 see Parking brake Display message ......191 Hazard warning lamps ...... 100 ETS ..........66 Display message ......215 Function/notes ........
  • Page 12 Index Display message ......209 Function/notes ......154 Kickdown Hood Driving tips ........131 Closing ........... 253 Knee bag ..........48 Display message ......214 Important safety notes ....252 Opening ......... 252 Horn ............30 Lamps Hydroplaning ........151 see Warning and indicator lamps LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors ..........
  • Page 13 Index Locking centrally Memory function ......... 95 Message memory (on-board com- see Central locking Locking verification signal (on- puter) ..........190 board computer) ....... 188 Messages Low-beam headlamps see Display messages Changing bulbs ......104 Mirrors Display message ......204 see Exterior mirrors Switching on/off ......
  • Page 14 Index Operation ......... 49 Overhead control panel ...... 36 System self-test ....... 51 Override feature Occupant safety Rear side windows ......62 Automatic measures after an acci- dent ..........56 Children in the vehicle ..... 56 Paint code number ......308 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 15 Index Power washers ........257 Rear-view mirror Power windows Anti-glare (manual) ......93 Dipping (automatic) ......93 see Side windows Rear window defroster Program selector button ....131 Problem (malfunction) ....120 Pulling away ........128 Switching on/off ......119 Rear window wiper Replacing the wiper blade ....
  • Page 16 Index Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- tem) ..........311 Safety Washer fluid ........310 Children in the vehicle ..... 56 Settings Child restraint systems ....57 Factory (on-board computer) ..189 Occupant Classification System On-board computer ....... 185 (OCS) ..........49 Setting the air distribution ....117 Safety notes .........
  • Page 17 Index Digital ..........177 Opening/closing (from outside) ..80 In the Instrument cluster ....31 Opening dimensions ...... 311 Selecting the unit of measure- Tail lamps ment ..........187 Display message ......205 see Instrument cluster see Lights SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- Technical data tem) Capacities ........
  • Page 18 Index Bar (definition) ....... 296 Summer tires ......... 280 Changing a wheel ......299 Temperature ........292 Characteristics ......296 TIN (Tire Identification Number) Checking ........279 (definition) ........298 Curb weight (definition) ....298 Tire bead (definition) ...... 298 Definition of terms ......
  • Page 19 Index Program selector button ....131 Securing from rolling away .... 300 Shifting to neutral ......130 Starting .......... 127 Transmission position display ..129 Towing (front axle raised) ....273 Transmission position display Towing away ........271 Tow-starting ........271 (DIRECT SELECT lever) ......
  • Page 20 Index Wheels Changing a wheel ......299 ZONE function Checking ........279 Switching on/off ......118 Cleaning ......... 258 Important safety notes ....278 Interchanging/changing ....299 Mounting a new wheel ....302 Mounting a wheel ......300 Removing a wheel ......302 Storing ...........
  • Page 21 Note knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that Environmental note you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Daimler's declared policy is one of compre- for this purpose. hensive environmental protection. The objectives are for the natural resources...
  • Page 22 Mercedes. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-rel- Service and vehicle operation evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of Warranty equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that have been specifically The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 23 Assistance Hotline are answered by our for delivery in Europe through our European agents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) one of the following addresses. (USA)
  • Page 24 Introduction could be damaged without the damage carried out, this can result in malfunctions or being visible. Components damaged in this system failures. There is a risk of an accident. way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of Always have the prescribed service/mainte- an accident, no longer withstand the strain nance work as well as any required repairs they are designed to.
  • Page 25 Introduction When towing a vehicle after an accident, be The charging process is interrupted automat- sure to observe the following sections: ically if: Transporting the vehicle ( page 274) a serious electrical insulation malfunction is detected in the vehicle's high-voltage Towing the vehicle with the front axle raised electrical system.
  • Page 26 (2) These Qualified specialist workshop devices must accept any interference, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a operation of the device." qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec- essary specialist knowledge, tools and quali-...
  • Page 27 If the problem is not resolved to http://www.safercar.gov your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with the Mercedes-Benz Center or, if necessary, contact us at one of the following Limited Warranty addresses. ! Follow the instructions in this manual...
  • Page 28 ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia- bility arising from the extraction of this infor- Event data recorders mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per- This vehicle is equipped with an event data sonnel. recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR...
  • Page 29 February 2013, 13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs. Information on copyright General information Information on license for free and open- source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the fol- lowing website: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/ opensource...
  • Page 31 Cockpit ..........30 Instrument cluster ......31 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 33 Center console ........34 Overhead control panel ...... 36 Door control panel ......37...
  • Page 32 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Climate control systems shifters Ignition lock Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster Cruise control lever Horn Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Light switch PARKTRONIC warning dis- Diagnostics connection play Opens the hood Overhead control panel...
  • Page 33 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer Display for the condition of charge of the high-voltage Multifunction display battery Power display Instrument cluster lighting E-CELL display...
  • Page 34 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam head- ü Seat belt lamps é RBS (Recuperative T Parking lamps Brake System) K High-beam head- R Rear fog lamp lamps ; Drive system ® ÷ ESP h Tire pressure monitor ! Electric parking brake (red) High-voltage bat-...
  • Page 35 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Audio/COMAND display (see the separate operating Selects a submenu or instructions) scrolls through lists Switches on the Voice Con- Confirms your selection trol System (see the sepa- Hides display messages rate operating instructions) Back...
  • Page 36 Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Audio system/COMAND; see the separate operating instructions c Seat heating c PARKTRONIC RANGE PLUS £ Hazard warning lamps 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp Û Drive program & Immediate pre-entry climate control...
  • Page 37 Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Ashtray Cigarette lighter Socket Stowage compartment Stowage compartment Cup holder Stowage compartment Audio/COMAND controller; see the separate operating instructions...
  • Page 38 Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear Buttons for the garage door compartment interior light- opener ing on/off G SOS button (mbrace p Switches the right- system) hand reading lamp on/off F Roadside Assistance | Switches the front call button (mbrace sys- interior lighting/automatic...
  • Page 39 Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door 7Z\ Adjusts the exterior mirrors electrically % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle W Opens and closes the side windows r45= Saves the seat and exterior mirror n Activates/deacti- settings vates the override feature for the rear power side win-...

  • Page 41: Table Of Contents

    Useful information ......40 Panic alarm .......... 40 Occupant safety ........40 Children in the vehicle ......56 Pets in the vehicle ......62 Driving safety systems ....... 62 Theft deterrent locking system ..69...

  • Page 42: Useful Information

    Occupant safety reduce the forces to which vehicle occupants Useful information are subjected during an accident. The restraint system comprises: This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- Seat belt system ment of your vehicle available at the time of Air bags publication of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 43 SmartKey from the ignition accommodate a person with disabilities, con- lock after an accident. tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information con- tact our Customer Assistance Center at PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1‑800‑367‑6372).
  • Page 44 Occupant safety Depending on the person in the front- If the seat belt is pulled out of the belt outlet passenger seat, the front-passenger front air quickly or with a jerky movement, the belt bag must either be disabled or enabled; see retractor locks.

  • Page 45: Occupant Safety

    Only use seat belts that have been approved For this reason, always secure persons under for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Any such 5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restraint modifications could invalidate the vehicle's systems.
  • Page 46 Occupant safety Fastening and adjusting the seat belts When fastening the seat belt, always make sure that: Observe the safety notes on the seat belt the seat belt tongue is only inserted to the page 42) and the notes on correct use of belt buckle belonging to that seat.
  • Page 47 Occupant safety The shoulder section of the seat belt must always be routed across the center of the shoulder. Adjust the belt outlet if necessary. To raise: slide the belt outlet upwards. The belt outlet will engage in various posi- tions.
  • Page 48 Occupant safety warning tone sounds. The warning tone To avoid hazardous situations, always make sounds with increasing intensity for sure that all of the vehicle's occupants: 60 seconds or until the driver or front have fastened their seat belts correctly, passenger have fastened their seat belts.
  • Page 49 Occupant safety Only secure a child in a rearward-facing function of the sensors being impaired. The air child restraint system on the front- bags might therefore not function properly passenger seat when the front-passenger any more. Consequently, the air bags cannot front air bag is deactivated.
  • Page 50 You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
  • Page 51 Occupant safety If the system determines that they can offer backrest of the forwards-facing child restraint additional protection to that provided by the system must, as far as possible, be resting on seat belt, a window curtain air bag may be the backrest of the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 52 Occupant safety ted. It will then not be deployed in the event and the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator of an accident. lamp is lit up, the front-passenger front air bag PASSENGER AIR BAG ON ; lights up: the may deploy in an accident. The child could be front-passenger front air bag is enabled.
  • Page 53 It is recommended that you that have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. install the restraint system on a suitable If the driver's air bag deploys, this does not rear seat.
  • Page 54 Occupant safety DANGER facing child restraint system must, as far as possible, be resting on the backrest of the If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator front-passenger seat. Always comply with the lamp remains lit after the system self-test, the child restraint system manufacturer's instal- front-passenger front air bag is disabled.
  • Page 55 Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized person of a stature cor- Mercedes-Benz Center. responding to that of an adult. The PASSENGER AIR OCS is malfunctioning.
  • Page 56 Occupant safety people with asthma or other respiratory prob- Deployment of Emergency Tensioning lems. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of Devices and air bags the vehicle or open the windows as soon as it Important safety notes is safe to do so.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety If the restraint system control unit detects a nor do they provide an indication of air bag more severe accident, further components of deployment. the restraint system are activated independ- The vehicle can be deformed considerably, ently of each other in certain frontal collision without an air bag being deployed.
  • Page 58 Never leave children unattended in the dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For vehicle. this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a WARNING rear seat. Children are generally better pro- If the child restraint system is subjected to tected there.

  • Page 59: Children In The Vehicle

    All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are correct child restraint system from any equipped with a special seat belt retractor. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. When activated, the special seat belt retrac- WARNING tor ensures that the seat belt will not slacken...
  • Page 60 Children in the vehicle If it is absolutely necessary to carry a child ion. Never place objects, e.g. cushions, under on the front-passenger seat, be sure to or behind the child restraint system. Only use observe the information on the "Occupant child restraint systems with the original cover Classification System (OCS)"...
  • Page 61 Children in the vehicle Important safety notes Before every trip, make sure that the LATCH- type (ISOFIX) child restraint system is WARNING engaged correctly in both LATCH-type (ISO- If the rear seat backrests are not locked, they FIX) securing rings could fold forwards in the event of an acci- ! When installing the child restraint system, dent, heavy braking or sudden changes of...
  • Page 62 Adjust the angle of the secured in the rear seats are safer than chil- seat backrest and the head restraint position dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For accordingly. Always make sure that the shoul- this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises...
  • Page 63 Children in the vehicle der belt strap is correctly routed from the Additionally, children could set the vehicle in vehicle belt sash guide to the shoulder belt motion if, for example, they: guide on the child restraint system. The shoul- release the parking brake.

  • Page 64: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear doors Pets in the vehicle WARNING If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they could press buttons or switches, for example. As a result, they could: activate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example activate or deactivate systems, thereby endangering other road users...

  • Page 65: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes teristics may be severely impaired. Addition- ally, further driving safety systems are deac- If you fail to adapt your driving style or tivated. There is an increased danger of skid- become distracted, the driving safety sys- ding and accidents.
  • Page 66 Driving safety systems WARNING WARNING If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance The distance warning function cannot always in an emergency braking situation is clearly identify objects and complex traffic increased. There is a risk of an accident. situations. In an emergency braking situation, depress In such cases, the distance warning function the brake pedal with full force.
  • Page 67 Driving safety systems Due to the nature of the system, particularly In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist can: complicated but non-critical driving condi- intervene unnecessarily tions may also cause the system to display a not intervene warning. There is a risk of an accident. With the help of the radar sensor system, the Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- distance warning function can detect obsta-...
  • Page 68 Driving safety systems Important safety notes The brakes will work normally again if: you release the brake pedal. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- there is no longer any danger of a collision. tion for driving safety systems ( page 63). there is no longer an obstacle detected in WARNING front of your vehicle.
  • Page 69 Driving safety systems addition, more drive torque is transferred to ® If ESP intervenes: the wheel or wheels with traction. ® Do not deactivate ESP under any circum- ETS remains active when you deactivate stances. ® Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary when pulling away.
  • Page 70 Driving safety systems To deactivate: ( page 183). This steering assistance is provided in partic- ular if: ® The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. both right wheels or both left wheels are on a wet or slippery road surface when you To activate: ( page 183).

  • Page 71: Theft Deterrent Locking System

    Theft deterrent locking system To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the Theft deterrent locking system SmartKey. Immobilizer The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. being started without the correct SmartKey. A visual and an audible alarm are triggered if To activate: remove the SmartKey from the alarm system is armed and you open: the ignition lock.
  • Page 73 Useful information ......72 SmartKey ..........72 Doors ............ 77 Cargo compartment ......79 Side windows ........81...

  • Page 74: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information WARNING If you attach heavy or large objects to the This Operator's Manual describes all SmartKey, the SmartKey could be uninten- models and all standard and optional equip- tionally turned in the ignition lock. This could ment of your vehicle available at the time of cause the engine to be switched off.
  • Page 75 SmartKey The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks: Mechanical key the doors General notes the tailgate If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the charge socket flap the SmartKey, use the mechanical key. The turn signals flash once when unlocking If you use the mechanical key to unlock and and three times when locking.
  • Page 76 National guidelines must be observed during disposal. In California, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/ index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. Checking the battery Press mechanical key ; into the opening in the SmartKey in the direction of the arrow until battery tray cover : opens.
  • Page 77 SmartKey Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contaminants. Insert the front tabs of battery tray cover : and then press to close it. Insert the mechanical key into the Smart- Key. Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle.
  • Page 78 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control using the SmartKey. function of the SmartKey.

  • Page 79: Doors

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The drive system can- The on-board voltage is too low. not be started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior key. lighting, and try to start the drive system again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 265).
  • Page 80 Doors To open a front door: pull door handle ;. rear doors from inside the vehicle unless they are secured by the child-proof lock To unlock a rear door: pull up locking page 62). knob :. If the vehicle has previously been locked with The door is unlocked and can be opened.

  • Page 81: Cargo Compartment

    Cargo compartment You can also switch the automatic locking Check whether the locking knobs on the function on and off using the on-board com- front-passenger door and the rear doors puter ( page 188). are still visible. Press down the locking knobs manually, if necessary ( page 77).
  • Page 82 Cargo compartment Closing that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate. The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be found in the "Vehicle data" section page 311). You should preferably place luggage or loads in the cargo compartment. Observe the load- ing guidelines ( page 228).

  • Page 83: Side Windows

    Side windows Side window reversing feature The side windows are equipped with an auto- matic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks or restricts a side window during the closing process, the side window opens again automatically. However, the automatic reversing feature is only an aid and does not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention when closing a side window.
  • Page 84 Side windows Convenience opening You can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving. To do this, the SmartKey is used to carry out the following functions simultane- ously: unlock the vehicle open the side windows The convenience opening feature can only be operated using the SmartKey.
  • Page 85 Side windows Make sure that all the side windows are closed. To interrupt convenience closing: release the & button. Resetting the side windows You must reset each side window if: the side window opens again slightly after being closed fully. the side window can no longer be fully opened or closed.
  • Page 86 Side windows 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 feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
  • Page 87 Useful information ......86 Correct driver's seat position .... 86 Seats ............ 87 Steering wheel ........92 Mirrors ..........93 Memory functions ....... 95...

  • Page 88: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position Make sure that seat = is adjusted prop- Useful information erly. Manual seat adjustment ( page 88) This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- Electrical seat adjustment ( page 89) ment of your vehicle available at the time of When adjusting the seat, make sure that: publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 89: Seats

    Seats The seat belt should: ment buttons and become trapped. There is a risk of injury. fit snugly across your body While moving the seats, make sure that your be routed across the middle of your hands or other body parts do not get under the shoulder lever assembly of the seat adjustment sys- be routed in your pelvic area across the...
  • Page 90 Seats ! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat Adjusting the seats manually heating, observe the following information: keep liquids from spilling on the seats. If liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as soon as possible. if the seat covers are damp or wet, do not switch on the seat heating.
  • Page 91 Seats Adjusting the seats electrically restraint supports the back of the head at about eye level. Adjusting the head restraints manually Adjusting the head restraint height Head restraint height Seat cushion angle Seat height Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Backrest angle To raise: pull the head restraint up to the You can store the seat settings using the desired position.
  • Page 92 Seats Removing and installing the rear seat With this function you can adjust the distance head restraints between the head restraint and the back of the seat occupant's head. WARNING To adjust forwards: pull the head restraint If head restraints are not installed and adjus- forwards in the direction of the arrow until ted correctly, they cannot provide protection it engages.
  • Page 93 Seats The three red indicator lamps in the button Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support indicate the heating level you have selected. You can adjust the contour of the front seat The system automatically switches from level backrests individually to provide optimum 3 to level 2 after approximately support for your back.

  • Page 94: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel 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 95: Mirrors

    Mirrors Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the Mirrors ignition lock ( page 127). Rear-view mirror Press button : for the left-hand exterior mirror or button ; for the right-hand exte- rior mirror. The indicator lamp in the corresponding button lights up in red.
  • Page 96 Mirrors The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode if If you shift the transmission to another reverse gear is engaged or the interior lighting position, the exterior mirror on the front- is switched on. passenger side returns to the driving posi- tion.

  • Page 97: Memory Functions

    Memory functions The exterior mirror on the front-passenger With the memory function, you can store up side moves back to its original position: to three different settings, e.g. for three dif- ferent people. as soon as you exceed a speed of 9 mph The following settings are stored as a single (15 km/h) memory preset:...
  • Page 99 Useful information ......98 Exterior lighting ........98 Interior lighting ......... 101 Replacing bulbs ......... 102 Windshield wipers ......108...

  • Page 100: Useful Information

    General notes Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- led by the light sensor mends that you drive with the lights switched Low-beam/high-beam headlamps on even during the daytime. In some coun-...

  • Page 101: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting The automatic headlamp feature is only an not detect it is dark. This is a particularly use- aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's ful function in the event of rain and fog. lighting at all times. To switch on the low-beam headlamps: Ã...
  • Page 102 Exterior lighting High-beam headlamps To switch on: turn the light switch to T. The green T indicator lamp in the instru- To switch on the high-beam headlamps: ment cluster lights up. turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or switch on the ignition. Standing lamps Turn the light switch to L or Ã.

  • Page 103: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting The hazard warning lamps automatically Interior lighting switch on if: Overview of interior lighting an air bag is deployed or the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a speed of above 45 mph (70 km/h) and comes to a standstill. To switch on the hazard warning lamps: press button :.
  • Page 104 Replacing bulbs Interior lighting control Crash-responsive emergency lighting The interior lighting is activated automatically Important notes if the vehicle is involved in an accident. The interior lighting functions are automati- To switch off the crash-responsive cally deactivated after some time except for emergency lighting: press the hazard when the SmartKey is in position 2 in the igni- warning lamp button.

  • Page 105: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Allow these components to cool down before changing a bulb. Do not use a bulb that has been dropped or if its glass tube has been scratched. The bulb may explode if: you touch it it is hot you drop it you scratch it Vehicles with halogen headlamps...
  • Page 106 Replacing bulbs Rear fog lamp: P 21 W Backup lamp: W 16 W To remove: switch off the lights. Turn the front wheels inwards. Slide cover : upwards. Tail lamps (vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlamps) Cover : is released. Turn signal lamp/brake lamp: P 21 W Unclip cover :.
  • Page 107 Replacing bulbs Press on housing cover : and turn it to the Switch off the lights. right. Open the hood. Replace the cover in the front wheel hous- Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise ing ( page 104). and remove it. Pull out bulb holder ;.
  • Page 108 Replacing bulbs Left-hand side trim panel Press retaining lugs : simultaneously in the direction of the arrow and pull the bulb holder out. Right-hand side trim panel To open: turn release knob : 90° in the direction of the arrow and remove side trim Bulb holder panel ;.
  • Page 109 Replacing bulbs Backup lamp and rear fog lamp Due to their location, have the bulbs in the backup lamp and rear fog lamp in the tailgate changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Switch off the lights. Open the tailgate. Insert a screwdriver, for example, into recess ? on the inside.
  • Page 110 Windshield wipers If not, remove the missing metal clips from the metal openings in the tailgate and insert them in the appropriate places. Take trim B and connect plug connector C to the surround lighting. The surround lighting only illuminates when the tailgate has been shut and reop- ened.
  • Page 111 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Changing the windshield wiper blades Combination switch è...
  • Page 112 Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Hold wiper arm : and press wiper blade ; in the direction of the arrow until it releases. Remove wiper blade ;. Installing a wiper blade Place new wiper blade ; onto wiper arm :. Hold wiper arm : and press wiper blade ;...

  • Page 113: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
  • Page 115 Useful information ......114 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 114 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 116 Setting the air vents ......123...

  • Page 116: Useful Information

    Overview of climate control systems lutants and odors. A clogged filter reduces Useful information the amount of air supplied to the vehicle interior. For this reason, you should always This Operator's Manual describes all observe the interval for replacing the filter, models and all standard and optional equip- which is specified in the Maintenance ment of your vehicle available at the time of...

  • Page 117: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control To set the temperature, left ( page 117) To set climate control to automatic ( page 117) To defrost the windshield ( page 118) To increase the airflow ( page 118) To set the air distribution ( page 117)
  • Page 118 Operating the climate control systems to drive. The air inside the vehicle is cooled Operating the climate control sys- and dehumidified according to the tempera- tems ture selected. Switching climate control on/off Condensation may drip from the underside of the vehicle when it is in cooling mode. This is General notes normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc- When the climate control is switched off, the...
  • Page 119 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The indicator lamp in Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a the ¿ button malfunction. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 120 Operating the climate control systems b Directs the airflow through the center Defrosting the windshield and side air vents as well as the You can use this function to defrost the wind- defroster vents shield or to defrost the inside of the wind- a Directs air through the defroster and shield and the side windows.
  • Page 121 Operating the climate control systems Rear window defroster Turn temperature control : or E counter- General notes clockwise or clockwise ( page 115). The rear window defroster has a high current draw. You should therefore switch it off as MAX COOL maximum cooling soon as the rear window is clear.
  • Page 122 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear window The battery has not been sufficiently charged. defroster has deactiva- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading ted prematurely or can- lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.

  • Page 123: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems The high-voltage battery must be sufficiently immediately to open/close the side window charged before the pre-entry climate control in the door. The side window stops. To con- (via key) can be activated. tinue closing the side window, pull on the Activating/deactivating the pre-entry cli- W switch.
  • Page 124 Operating the climate control systems condition of charge, pre-entry climate con- Seat heating trol will not be activated even if it has been Windshield heating set. Rear window defroster "Immediate pre-entry climate control" is auto- matically switched off when operational read- Pre-entry climate control at departure iness mode is requested.

  • Page 125: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents The colors of the indicator lamps in the button Setting the center air vents have the following meanings: Heating activated Blue Cooling activated Yellow Pre-entry climate control at depar- ture is preselected To activate/deactivate "immediate pre- entry climate control": press button : on the center console ( page 34).
  • Page 127 Useful information ......126 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ............. 126 Driving ..........126 Transmission ........128 Charging the high-voltage battery .. 134 Parking ..........144 Driving tips ........147 Driving systems ........ 152...

  • Page 128: Useful Information

    Driving Useful information WARNING Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage This Operator's Manual describes all of the pedals, e.g.: models and all standard and optional equip- shoes with thick soles ment of your vehicle available at the time of shoes with high heels publication of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 129 Driving ! Make sure the charging cable has been Starting the engine disconnected from the vehicle socket Important safety notes before starting a journey. The vehicle or charging cable may otherwise be damaged WARNING when you drive off. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, Before commencing your journey, ensure they could: that the charging cable required for charg-...
  • Page 130 Transmission and off more than 16 times, the ignition The vehicle locks centrally once you have must remain off for at least 20 seconds. pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors You could otherwise damage the vehicle. drop down. You can open the doors from the inside at Turn the SmartKey to position 3 any time.

  • Page 131: Transmission

    Transmission engaged and the electric parking brake is applied automatically: If the DIRECT SELECT lever cannot be engaged in park position P, the parking brake is engaged automatically. Observe the "Important safety notes" section ® on activating/deactivating ESP Transmission position display page 183).
  • Page 132 Transmission In order to shift from park position P When leaving the vehicle, always take the directly into R or D: SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children or animals unattended in the depress the brake pedal and vehicle.
  • Page 133 Transmission move the DIRECT SELECT lever up and down Neutral past the point of resistance. No power is transmitted from the drive system to the drive wheels. Releasing the brakes will allow you Program selector button to move the vehicle freely. General notes ®...
  • Page 134 Transmission recuperated electrical energy is stored in the The various different levels are to be used high-voltage battery. A higher energy recu- under the following conditions: peration level means that the vehicle is Driving without much braking braked more powerfully. and without the presence of The various recuperation levels are shown in obstacles or sharp bends...
  • Page 135 Maintain a safe distance. dle shifter selected: Mercedes-Benz recommends that you acti- vate COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST as a ; Steering selects D (overrun) visual and acoustic aid.
  • Page 136 Charging the high-voltage battery charge the high-voltage battery, recuperation WARNING is increased steplessly. This is comparable to In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal pres- the engine brake in a combustion engine sure of the high-voltage battery can exceed a when you downshift a gear on a downhill gra- critical value.

  • Page 137: Charging The High-Voltage Battery

    Charging the high-voltage battery The vehicle's high voltage electrical system is cluster. Charge the high-voltage battery as under high voltage. soon as possible. Below a condition of charge of 5%, the per- Do not handle high-voltage components or formance of the vehicle is reduced. the orange cables of the vehicle's high-volt- age electrical system.
  • Page 138 Charging the high-voltage battery Energy consumption and range If you activate RANGE PLUS, the operating window of the battery will be extended at the This range is reduced by: next charging process. An extended driving high and low outside temperatures range will be available to you for the next journey.
  • Page 139 Charging the high-voltage battery Conditions of use Should the permissible heating temperature limits be exceeded, have the mains power Observe the following notes: supply checked. information on exceptions to the high-volt- age battery terms of use in the battery Protection device against overvoltage rental agreement ! Overvoltage in the mains supply may information on exceptions and limitations...
  • Page 140 Charging the high-voltage battery ! Only use the charging cable to charge the Display : high-voltage battery. Do not use the charg- Lights up The external power supply ing cable for other purposes. It may other- green connection is working prop- wise be damaged.
  • Page 141 Charging the high-voltage battery charge current. If necessary, lower the set the controls on the charging cable or in the charge current or use another power on-board computer's menu. socket. Connecting the charging cable You can set a limit for the values of the charge current used in charging the high-voltage bat- tery.
  • Page 142 Charging the high-voltage battery The vehicle must not be moved while the Charging the high-voltage battery at charging cable is connected or during the charging station charging. General notes Depending on the temperature, the Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" engine cooling system and battery cooling page 134).
  • Page 143 Charging the high-voltage battery When the battery is charged: Vehicle charge socket cover Fastener Press and hold button C on the charging cable connector and remove the charging Vehicle socket cable from vehicle socket A. Warning sticker Close vehicle socket cover =. Set the DIRECT SELECT lever to position P.
  • Page 144 Charging the high-voltage battery Problems with the charging process Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The charge socket flap The charge socket flap is not unlocked. cannot be opened. Unlock the vehicle ( page 72). The SmartKey batteries are discharged. Unlock the vehicle manually using the SmartKey ( page 73).
  • Page 145 Please call the doubt, have a new vehicle verification code Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (VVC) issued by the Mercedes-Benz Center (USA) at the hotline number after purchase. With the new code you can 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) set up the access to your vehicle, as descri- to obtain the relevant Internet address.

  • Page 146: Parking

    Parking Calling up functions in the "My You can use the "Vehicle Homepage" if the Mercedes Electric - Vehicle Homepage" vehicle has a connection to the Internet via a mobile phone. The radio module uses a The "My Mercedes Electric - Vehicle Home- mobile phone connection and transmits the page"...
  • Page 147 Parking ! While the vehicle is rolling, do not shift the Electric parking brake transmission directly from D to R, from R to General notes D or directly to P. Do not open the driver's door while the WARNING vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, at low If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- speeds in transmission position D or R, cle, they could set it in motion by, for example:...
  • Page 148 Parking The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. Releasing automatically Your vehicle's electric parking brake is auto- matically released if all of the following con- ditions are met: the vehicle has been started. the transmission is in position D or R.

  • Page 149: Driving Tips

    Driving tips During braking: traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. a warning tone sounds Only operate this equipment when the vehicle Please Release Parking Brake Please Release Parking Brake is stationary.
  • Page 150 Driving tips The evaluation of your driving style is carried Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow out using the following three categories: anyone to drive who has been drinking or tak- ing drugs. Acceleration Acceleration (evaluation of all accelera- tion processes): The bar fills up: moderate acceleration, ECO display...
  • Page 151 Driving tips their traction. There is an increased danger of cause the braking system to fail. There is a skidding and accidents. risk of an accident. Do not increase the recuperation level on slip- Never use the brake pedal as a footrest. Never pery road surfaces.
  • Page 152 Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not brake fluid level may be too low. Observe of an equivalent quality could affect your vehi- additional warning messages in the multi- cle's operating safety.
  • Page 153 Driving tips Driving on wet roads Hydroplaning If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface, there is a danger of hydroplaning occurring, even if: you drive at low speeds. the tires have adequate tread depth. For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or in conditions in which hydroplaning may occur, you must drive in the following manner: lower your speed.
  • Page 154 Cruise control terized at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. is only an aid. You are responsible for the dis- at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. tance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, Drive particularly carefully on slippery road for braking in good time and for staying in surfaces.

  • Page 155: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ;. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Cruise control is activated. The vehicle automatically maintains the stored speed. Cruise control may be unable to maintain the stored speed on uphill gradients.
  • Page 156 Driving systems Press the cruise control lever up : for a The last speed stored is cleared when you higher speed or down ; for a lower speed. switch off the drive system. To adjust the set speed in 1 mph incre- ments (1 km/h increments): briefly HOLD function press the cruise control lever up : or...
  • Page 157 Driving systems The braking effect is canceled and the HOLD you depress the brake pedal again with a function deactivated when you depress the certain amount of pressure until : disap- accelerator pedal to pull away. pears from the multifunction display. you secure the vehicle using the electric Activation conditions parking brake.
  • Page 158 Driving systems ! When parking, pay particular attention to objects above or below the sensors, such as flower pots or trailer drawbars. PARK- TRONIC does not detect such objects when they are in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. You could damage the vehicle or the objects.
  • Page 159 Driving systems Rear sensors ments. PARKTRONIC is operational if yellow segments showing operational readiness = Center Approx. 48 in (approx. light up. 120 cm) The selected transmission position and the Corners Approx. 32 in (approx. direction in which the vehicle is rolling deter- 80 cm) mine which warning display is active when the drive system is running.
  • Page 160 Driving systems PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 161 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 2 seconds.
  • Page 162 Driving systems Parking tips: You may cause a collision as a result. There is a risk of an accident. On narrow roads, drive as close to the park- ing space as possible. If there are objects above the detection range, stop and deactivate Active Parking Assist.
  • Page 163 Driving systems arrow towards the right or the left also In tight parking spaces, you will achieve appears. By default, Active Parking Assist the best parking results by backing up as only displays parking spaces on the front- far as possible. When doing so, also passenger side.
  • Page 164 Driving systems To exit a parking space using Active on various factors. These include the posi- tion and shape of the vehicles parked in Parking Assist: press the a button on front and behind it and the conditions of the the multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 165 Driving systems Canceling Active Parking Assist Rear view camera You can cancel Active Parking Assist at any General notes time. Stop the movement of the multifunction steering wheel or steer yourself. Active Parking Assist will be canceled at once. The Park Assist Canceled Park Assist Canceled mes-...
  • Page 166 Driving systems if the area is lit by fluorescent light or LED the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch lighting (the display may flicker) the rear section of an HGV if there is a sudden change in temperature, a slanted post e.g.
  • Page 167 Driving systems Backing up straight into a parking space Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- without turning the steering wheel imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Vehicle center axle (marker assistance) Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle The lanes and guide lines are only displayed if...
  • Page 168 Driving systems Turning the steering wheel Driving to the final position Red lane indicating the route the vehicle White lane at current steering wheel angle will take with the steering wheel in its cur- Parking space marking rent position Turn the steering wheel to the center posi- Parking space marking tion while the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 169 Driving systems If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical indica- intermittent warning tone twice and the tors of fatigue or increasing lapses in con- Attention Assist: Take a Break! Attention Assist: Take a Break! centration on the part of the driver, it sug- message appears in the multifunction dis- gests you take a break.
  • Page 170 Driving systems Important safety notes Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated. WARNING Blind Spot Assist does not react to: vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area vehicles which approach with a large speed differential and overtake your vehicle As a result, Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings in such situations.
  • Page 171 Driving systems cialist workshop. Blind Spot Assist may oth- the turn signal remains on, vehicles detected erwise not work properly. are indicated by the flashing of red warning lamp :. There are no further warning tones. Warning and indicator lamps Switching on Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
  • Page 173 Useful information ......172 Important safety notes ....172 Displays and operation ....172 Menus and submenus ...... 176 Display messages ......190 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......216...

  • Page 174: Useful Information

    Displays and operation times. Otherwise, a vehicle that is not oper- Useful information ating safely may cause an accident. If the operating safety of your vehicle is This Operator's Manual describes all impaired, pull over as soon as it is safe to do models and all standard and optional equip- so.

  • Page 175: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation very low condition of charge of the high- Outside temperature display voltage battery You should pay special attention to road con- a malfunction in the drive system ditions when temperatures are around freez- The reduced power output can be improved ing point.
  • Page 176 Displays and operation The braking performance of the electric The braking performance of the electric motor using recuperative braking is, in some motor using recuperative braking is, in some operating modes, either reduced or not effec- operating modes, either reduced or not effec- tive: tive: when the condition of charge of the high-...
  • Page 177 Displays and operation Right control panel You can control the multifunction display and the settings in the on-board computer using Rejects or ends a call the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. Exits phone book/redial mem- Left control panel Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial memory Calls up the menu and menu bar Adjusts the volume...
  • Page 178 Menus and submenus Multifunction display Menus and submenus Menu overview Operating the on-board computer page 174). Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, you can call up the following menus: Trip Trip menu ( page 176) Navi Navi menu (navigation instructions) page 179) Audio Audio...

  • Page 179: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Digital speedometer From Reset From Reset trip computer is automati- cally reset if the value exceeds 999 hours or 9999 miles. Resetting values Digital speedometer Digital speedometer Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Trip Trip menu.
  • Page 180 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steer- Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Trip Trip menu. ing wheel to select the Trip Trip menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel.
  • Page 181 Menus and submenus Normal driving Navigation system menu Displaying navigation instructions Switch on the audio system or COMAND (see the separate operating instructions). Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Navi Navi menu. In the Navi Navi...
  • Page 182 Menus and submenus Change of direction announced without a Lane recommendations are only displayed if lane recommendation the relevant data is available on the digital map. Other status indicators of the naviga- tion system O: you have reached the destination or an intermediate destination.
  • Page 183 Menus and submenus To select a station from the station list: audio drives or data carriers support this press and briefly hold the 9 or : function. button. If track information is stored on the audio If no station list is received: device or medium, the multifunction display To select a station using the station will show the number and title of the track.
  • Page 184 To start scrolling rapidly, press and hold the ® mobile phones via Bluetooth 9 or : button for longer than one from your authorized Mercedes-Benz second. Center Rapid scrolling stops when you release the on the Internet at http:// button or reach the end of the list.
  • Page 185 Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button to select the Activating/deactivating ATTENTION number you want to dial. ASSIST ( page 184) Press the 6 or a button to start dial- Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist ing. page 184) Displaying the assistance graphic If you do not want to make a call: press the ~ or % button.
  • Page 186 Menus and submenus Press the a button. Press the a button. The current selection is displayed. The current selection is displayed. To activate/deactivate: press the a To activate/deactivate: press the a button again. button again. When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, ®...
  • Page 187 Menus and submenus Calling up display messages in message Press a to confirm. memory ( page 190) You will see the selected setting. Checking the tire pressure electronically Press : or 9 to select page 286) Change Change. Calling up the service due date Press = or ;...
  • Page 188 Menus and submenus If a departure time is selected, the yellow indicator lamp lights up on the auxiliary heating button. You can use the on-board computer to specify up to three departure times in the E-CELL E-CELL submenu. One of the specified departure times may be preselected ( page 185).
  • Page 189 Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the Display Unit Speed-/Odometer Display Unit Speed-/Odometer func- tion. You will see the selected setting: km km miles miles. Press the a button to save the setting. The selected unit of measurement for dis- Example: changing the charge current tance applies to: Setting the maximum charge current...
  • Page 190 Menus and submenus Vehicle Press the : or 9 button to select the Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights function. Activating/deactivating the automatic If the Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights function door locking mechanism has been switched on, the cone of light and Press the = or ;...
  • Page 191 Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button to select Radar Sensor (See Oper. Manual): Radar Sensor (See Oper. Manual):. You will see the selected setting: Enabled Enabled Disabled Disabled. Press the a button to save the setting. If the radar sensor system is switched off, Blind Spot Assist is deactivated ( page 167).

  • Page 192: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
  • Page 193 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), RBS (Recuperative Brake System), the Currently Unavail‐ Currently Unavail‐ HOLD function and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. able See Opera‐...
  • Page 194 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The braking performance of the electric motor using recuperative braking may be either reduced or not effective. If you do not make an additional effort to apply the brake yourself, the braking effect may not be sufficient.

  • Page 195: Instrument Cluster

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® , BAS, RBS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are tem- porarily unavailable. Currently Unavail‐ Currently Unavail‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST may also have failed. able See Opera‐ able See Opera‐...
  • Page 196 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® , BAS, RBS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction. Inoperative See Inoperative See COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST may also have failed. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷, é...
  • Page 197 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, RBS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available due to a ÷ malfunction. COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST may also have failed. Inoperative See Inoperative See Operator's Manual...
  • Page 198 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp (USA flashes and a warning tone sounds. A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake is not fulfilled ( page 145).
  • Page 199 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 200 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. If you manually apply or release the electric parking brake, the red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 201 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA In addition, the $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning only) (Canada lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone only) sounds.
  • Page 202 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Adaptive Brake Assist is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE are: Functions Cur‐ Functions Cur‐ rently rently Limited Limited See the front bumper is dirty. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 203 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 204 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front-passenger air bag is deactivated during the journey, even Front Passenger Front Passenger Airbag Disabled Airbag Disabled though: See Operator's Operator's Man‐ Man‐ an adult a person larger than a certain size is occupying the front- passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may inter- pret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 205 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see ( page 49). Front Passenger Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even Airbag Airbag Enabled Enabled See though: Operator's Manual Operator's Manual...
  • Page 206 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary sys- tem checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the mul- tifunction display.
  • Page 207 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Front Left Check Front Left page 102). Turn Signal Turn Signal Check Front Left Check Front Left...
  • Page 208 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear fog lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Rear Fog Lamp Rear Fog Lamp page 102). Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The front left or front right parking or standing lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Front Left Check Front Left...
  • Page 209 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The exterior lighting is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Malfunction See Malfunction See Operator's Manual Operator's Manual The light sensor is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Auto Auto Lamp Lamp Function Function Inoperative...
  • Page 210 Do not switch off the drive system. Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. ì There is a serious malfunction in the drive system. A warning tone also sounds. Stop Stop Switch...
  • Page 211 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ë The HOLD function is deactivated. The vehicle is skidding. A warning tone also sounds. Reactivate the HOLD function later ( page 154). The HOLD function is deactivated. When the brake pedal is firmly depressed, an activation condition is not fulfilled.
  • Page 212 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt has not been Park Assist Can‐ Park Assist Can‐ celed celed fastened. Repeat the parking process with the seat belt fastened and the driver's door closed.
  • Page 213 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Check Check The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is shown in the multifunction display. Tires Tires WARNING With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol- lowing hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 214 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Due to a source of radio interference, no signals can be received Tire Tire Press. Press. Monitor Monitor from the wheel sensors. The tire pressure monitor is temporarily Currently Unavail‐ Currently Unavail‐...
  • Page 215 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have attempted to shift the transmission to position R or D To To Deselect Deselect P P or or N, N, without starting the drive system. Depress Brake and Depress Brake and Start Engine Start Engine...
  • Page 216 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The hood is not closed properly. WARNING If the hood is not closed properly it may open and block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions.
  • Page 217 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The hazard warning lamps are faulty. Hazard Warning Hazard Warning Flashers Malfunc‐ Flashers Malfunc‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. tioning tioning Charger Cable Con‐ Charger Cable Con‐ The charging cable is still connected to the vehicle socket. nected nected Remove the charging cable from vehicle socket.
  • Page 218 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds. Close all doors and lock the vehicle again. Close Doors to Close Doors to Lock Vehicle Lock Vehicle The SmartKey is in the ignition lock.
  • Page 219 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ü The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The vehicle is being driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or has briefly The red seat belt warn- been driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h).
  • Page 220 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions $ (USA only) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. J (Canada only) WARNING The red brake system The braking effect may be impaired. warning lamp is lit while There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 221 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! é ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, COLLISION PREVENTION ® ASSIST, ESP , EBD (electronic brake force distribution), the HOLD The yellow ABS and function and hill start assist are therefore also deactivated, for RBS warning lamps are example.
  • Page 222 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! é EBD is malfunctioning. Therefore, ABS, BAS, COLLISION PREVEN- ® TION ASSIST, ESP , RBS, the HOLD function and hill start assist The yellow ABS and are unavailable, for example.
  • Page 223 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions $ (USA only) ® ABS and ESP are malfunctioning. Therefore, BAS, RBS, COLLI- SION PREVENTION ASSIST, EBD, the HOLD function and hill start J (Canada only) assist are also unavailable, for example.
  • Page 224 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions å WARNING ® The yellow ESP ® ® If ESP is switched off, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. warning lamp is lit while There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
  • Page 225 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ å é ® , RBS, BAS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are tem- porarily unavailable. ® The yellow RBS, ESP COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST may also have failed. ®...
  • Page 226 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. The red restraint sys- WARNING tem warning lamp is lit The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig- while the drive system gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be is running.
  • Page 227 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions · The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected. The red distance warn- ing lamp lights up while Increase the distance.
  • Page 228 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp WARNING (pressure loss/ With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol-...
  • Page 229 Useful information ......228 Loading guidelines ......228 Stowage areas ........228 Features ..........234...
  • Page 230 Stowage areas Always place the load against the rear or Useful information front seat backrests. Make sure that the seat backrests are securely locked into This Operator's Manual describes all place. models and all standard and optional equip- Always place the load behind unoccupied ment of your vehicle available at the time of seats if possible.
  • Page 231 Stowage areas Stowage compartment in front of the arm- Always stow objects so that they cannot be rest thrown around in such situations. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets. Close the lockable stowage spaces while driving.
  • Page 232 Stowage areas Stowage compartment under the driver's To open: pull down the top of stowage seat and front-passenger seat compartment : by the edge of the handle. WARNING Depending on the vehicle's equipment, If you exceed the maximum load for the stow- there may be an open stowage space above age compartment, the cover may not be able the stowage compartment.
  • Page 233 Stowage areas Cargo compartment enlargement with- backrest back. Otherwise, it could be dam- out EASY-VARIO-PLUS system aged. Fold seat backrest : back until it engages. Folding the rear seat backrest forward Red lock status indicator ; is no longer The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr- visible.
  • Page 234 Stowage areas Bag hook ! When loading the vehicle, make sure that you do not stack the load in the cargo com- WARNING partment higher than the lower edge of the The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects side windows. Do not place heavy objects or items of luggage.
  • Page 235 Stowage areas Installing/removing the cargo compart- ! The maximum load capacity of the stow- ment cover age well under the cargo compartment floor is 55 lbs (25 kg). Opening/closing the cargo compart- ment floor Under the trunk floor you can find a folding box.
  • Page 236 Features To raise: using handle :, lift up cargo compartment floor ; in the direction of arrow = and pull it upwards. Lower cargo compartment floor ; again. To do this, push the trunk floor away so that it engages in the guide on the upper level. Cargo compartment floor ;...
  • Page 237 Features Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in such situations. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets. Close the lockable stowage spaces while driving. Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too large in the cargo compartment.
  • Page 238 Features If you remove the ashtray insert, you can Vanity mirror use the resulting compartment for stow- Mirror cover age. Vanity mirror in the sun visor Rear-compartment ashtray Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into retainer ; and mirror cover A has been folded up.
  • Page 239 Features Socket in the rear-compartment center lighter when road and traffic conditions per- console mit. Example: vehicles with a cover over the stowage Pull cover : out by its top edge. compartment Lift up the cover of socket ;. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 127).
  • Page 240 GPS reception is available. Have the system checked at the nearest the vehicle position can be forwarded to authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call the the Customer Assistance Center. following telephone assistance service: The mbrace system...
  • Page 241 (as deter- Wait for a voice connection to the mined by the GPS system) Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen- vehicle identification number ter. information on the severity of the accident After the emergency call, close cover :.
  • Page 242 : flashes continuously it was not possible to establish a voice Press Roadside Assistance button :. connection to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz tomer Assistance Center. Customer Assistance Center. This can occur if the relevant mobile phone The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance network is not available, for example.
  • Page 243 You receive information about operating your when the vehicle is stationary and in a safe vehicle, about the nearest authorized location. Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod- ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz. Downloading destinations in COMAND The system has not been able to initiate...
  • Page 244 ® Google Maps can be transferred via mbrace sent. directly to your vehicle's navigation system. If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehi- Specifying and sending the destination cles with mbrace and activated mbrace address accounts: If multiple vehicles are registered under the...
  • Page 245 You are then, for example, guided to the near- Contact the following telephone assistance est authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or a service: recovery vehicle is called. Customer Service at 1-888-923-8367 Vehicle data transfer during an MB Info call or You will be asked for your password.
  • Page 246 Features remote fault diagnosis can be started, the Information on the data stored in the vehicle Request for vehicle diagnosis Request for vehicle diagnosis page 26). received. Start vehicle diagnosis? received. Start vehicle diagnosis? Information on Roadside Assistance message appears in the display. page 21).
  • Page 247 Features include text message, e-mail or an automated Garage door opener call. Important safety notes The data you receive contains the following information: WARNING the location where the speed limit was When you operate or program the garage door exceeded with the integrated garage door opener, per- the time at which the speed limit was sons in the range of movement of the garage...
  • Page 248 Features the first time. If the selected button has already been programmed, indicator lamp : lights up yellow after 10 seconds have elapsed. Release button ;, = or ?. Indicator lamp : flashes yellow. Point garage door remote control A towards buttons ;, = or ? on the rear- view mirror at a distance of 2 to 8 inches (5 to 20 cm).
  • Page 249 Features Problems when programming Proceed as follows: if you live in Canada if you have difficulties programming the garage door opener (regardless of where you live) when using the programming steps. Integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mir- If you are experiencing problems programing the integrated garage door opener on the rear-view mirror, take note of the following instructions:...
  • Page 250 Features Clearing the memory Press button B on remote control A again before transmission ends. Align the antenna cable of the garage door opener unit. This can improve signal recep- tion/transmission. Opening/closing the garage door Integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mir- Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle.
  • Page 251 Features To receive a correct display in rear-view mir- Push a round pen into opening = ror :, the compass must be calibrated and page 248) for approximately 3 seconds. the magnetic field zone set. The zone currently selected appears in compass display ;...
  • Page 252 Features Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter the driver's footwell. Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place floormats on top of one another.
  • Page 253 Useful information ......252 Engine compartment ......252 Maintenance ........254 Care ............ 256...

  • Page 254: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all components. Certain components, such as models and all standard and optional equip- the radiator fan, may continue to run or start ment of your vehicle available at the time of again suddenly when the ignition is off.

  • Page 255: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Closing the hood Raise the hood slightly and, at the same time, remove support strut ? from yellow retaining clip =. Swing support strut ? down and press it into bracket A until it engages. Lower the hood and let it fall from a height of approximately 8 in (20 cm).
  • Page 256 (1 liter), a message appears in the multifunc- If necessary, add coolant that has been tes- tion display prompting you to add washer fluid ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. page 214). Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far Further information on windshield washer as it will go.

  • Page 257: Maintenance

    Press the = or ; button to select the You can obtain further information from an Serv. Serv. menu. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at Press the 9 or : button to select the http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). ASSYST PLUS ASSYST PLUS...
  • Page 258 Under arduous operating conditions, the tires Use care products and cleaning agents rec- must be checked more often. Further infor- ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. mation can be obtained at a qualified special- ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes- Exterior care Benz Center.

  • Page 259: Care

    Do not aim directly at any of the following: shop. tires If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint surface, use the paint care products recom- door gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc. mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. electrical components This is the case approximately every three to...
  • Page 260 Do not touch the insides of the windows with Use only insect remover and car shampoo hard objects, e.g. an ice scraper or ring. from the range of recommended and approved Mercedes-Benz care products.
  • Page 261 Mercedes-Benz car Clean the inside and outside of the win- shampoo or cleaning cloths. dows with a damp cloth and a cleaning...
  • Page 262 Care Interior care Cleaning the display ! For cleaning, do not use any of the fol- lowing: alcohol-based thinner or gasoline abrasive cleaning agents commercially-available household clean- ing agents These may damage the display surface. Do not put pressure on the display surface when cleaning.
  • Page 263 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use signs of stretching and marking leather care agents that have been recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. slight nuances of color These are characteristics of leather and not Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele- material defects.
  • Page 264 Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solu- tion. Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or a cleaning agent recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Carpets: use the carpet and textile clean- ing agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 265 Useful information ......264 Where will I find...? ......264 Flat tire ..........264 12 V battery (vehicle) ....... 265 Jump-starting ........269 Towing ..........271 Fuses ..........274...

  • Page 266: Where Will I Find

    Flat tire Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and Useful information level ground, as far away as possible from traffic. This Operator's Manual describes all Switch on the hazard warning lamps. models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of Secure the vehicle against rolling away publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 267: Battery (Vehicle)

    12 V battery (vehicle) Important safety notes If the pressure loss warning message appears in the multifunction display: WARNING Observe the instructions in the display When driving in emergency mode, the driving messages ( page 211). characteristics deteriorate, e.g. when corner- Check the tire for damage.
  • Page 268 12 V battery (vehicle) WARNING WARNING Work carried out incorrectly on the battery During the charging process, a battery produ- can lead, for example, to a short circuit and ces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit occurs or thus damage the vehicle electronics. This can sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can lead to function restrictions applying to ignite.
  • Page 269 SmartKey. Make sure the ignition is switched off. Check that all the indicator For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- lamps in the instrument cluster are off. mends that you only use batteries which have...
  • Page 270 Mercedes- Do not lean over a battery. Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. WARNING It permits the charging of the battery in its installed position. Contact an authorized Battery acid is caustic.

  • Page 271: 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 272 Use jumper cables with a sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch. Route the jumper cables so that they cannot be caught by rotating components in the engine compartment.

  • Page 273: Towing

    311). faulty, visit a qualified specialist workshop. Make sure that no charging cable is plugged Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use in. The parking lock cannot be released if a an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for charging cable is plugged in.
  • Page 274 Towing ! The vehicle can be towed a maximum of The function of the electric parking brake 30 miles (50km). The towing speed of and the parking lock is dependent on the 30 mph (50 km/h) must not be exceeded. on-board voltage.
  • Page 275 Towing Take cover : off the opening. If the 12 V battery indicator lamp lights up, you must observe the following points: Screw in the towing eye clockwise as far as it will go and tighten it. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and Removing the towing eye traffic conditions.
  • Page 276 Position the front wheels in the straight- ! Only use fuses that have been approved ahead position. for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which Switch on the hazard warning lamps have the correct fuse rating for the system page 100).

  • Page 277: Fuses

    Fuses The fuses are located in various fuse boxes: Fuse box in the engine compartment on the left-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed in the direction of travel Fuse box in the front-passenger footwell The fuse allocation chart is on the fuse box in the front-passenger footwell ( page 275).
  • Page 278 Fuses To release cover =, press retaining clamp ;. Fold out cover = in the direction of the arrow to the catch. Remove cover = forwards. Fuse allocation chart ? is located on the lower right-hand side of cover =. To close: insert cover = on the left-hand side of the fuse box into the retainer.
  • Page 279 Useful information ......278 Important safety notes ....278 Operation ........... 278 Winter operation ....... 280 Tire pressure ........281 Loading the vehicle ......288 Maximum load rating ....... 291 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards .......... 291 Tire labeling ........293 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..........

  • Page 280: Important Safety Notes

    Operator's Manual. Accessories that are not approved for your Country-specific differences are possible. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being Bear in mind that your vehicle may not fea- used correctly can impair the operating ture all functions described here. This also safety.
  • Page 281 Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Bar indicator : for tread wear is integrated Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g.

  • Page 282: Winter Operation

    This could cause damage to the vehicle or the cle to M+S tires. Using summer tires at very tires. There is a risk of an accident. cold temperatures could cause cracks to form, thereby damaging the tires perma- nently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage.

  • Page 283: Tire Pressure

    There is a risk of an accident. by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding Follow recommended tire inflation pressures standard of quality. and check the pressure of all the tires includ-...
  • Page 284 Tire pressure Recommended tire pressures Example: tire pressure table with tire dimensions Some tire pressure tables show only the rim 2.) Tire pressure table on the inside of the diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g. charge socket flap. R18.
  • Page 285 Tires with pressure that is too low can over- Only screw the standard valve cap or other heat and burst as a consequence. In addition, valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for they also suffer from excessive and/or irreg- your vehicle onto the tire valve.
  • Page 286 Tire pressure Information on air pressure for the tires on driving characteristics. There is a risk of an your vehicle can be found: accident. on the vehicle's Tire and Loading Informa- Avoid tire pressures that are too high in all the tires, including the spare wheel.
  • Page 287 Tire pressure tire is shown in the Serv. Serv. menu of the multi- trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pres- function display. sure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
  • Page 288 Tire pressure Checking the tire pressure electroni- tire is penetrated by a foreign object. In the cally event of a sudden loss of pressure, bring the vehicle to a halt by braking carefully. Avoid Make sure that the SmartKey is in position sudden steering movements.
  • Page 289 Tire pressure Observe the instructions and safety notes in after driving a few minutes after driving a few minutes mes- the display messages in the "Tires" section sage. page 211). Press the : button. Use Current Pressures as New Use Current Pressures as New If the wheel positions are rotated, the tire Reference Values Reference Values...
  • Page 290 Loading the vehicle gross vehicle weight rating. It is made up Country Radio type approval number of the vehicle weight, all vehicle occu- Singa- Compliance with IDA Standard pants and the load. You can also find pore N0140-09 information about the maximum gross axle weight rating on the front and rear South TA-2008/1068...

  • Page 291: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Step 4: The resulting figure equals the Number of seats available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150-lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 Ò...
  • Page 292 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples of how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and different numbers of occupants. The following examples use a maximum load of 1,500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 289).

  • Page 293: Maximum Load Rating

    Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 3 Permissible load 1500 lbs 1500 lbs 1500 lbs (maximum gross (680 kg) Ò (680 kg) Ò (680 kg) Ò vehicle weight rating 750 lbs (340 kg) 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = from the Tire and = 750 lbs...
  • Page 294 You should pay special attention to road con- the illustration. ditions when temperatures are around the freezing point. For example: Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum Treadwear Traction Temperature tread depth of ã in (4 mm) for all four winter tires ( page 280) to maintain normal driving characteristics in winter.

  • Page 295: Tire Labeling

    Tire labeling the generation of heat and its ability to dissi- Load index ( page 295) pate heat when tested under controlled con- Tire name ditions on a specified indoor laboratory test Tire data is vehicle-specific and may devi- wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause ate from the data in the example.
  • Page 296 Tire labeling that are only designed for temporary use in an Therefore, only use tire types and sizes emergency. approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Tire width: tire width : shows the nominal tire load rating and speed rating required for tire width in millimeters.
  • Page 297 Tire labeling maximum speed of the tire is limited to Load index 186 mph (300 km/h). The size description for all tires with maxi- mum speeds of over 186 mph (300 km/h) must include "ZR". The service specifica- tion must be given in brackets. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99 Y).
  • Page 298 Definition of terms for tires and loading The TIN is a unique identification number. The Tire characteristics TIN enables the tire manufacturers or retread- ers to inform purchasers of recalls and other safety-relevant matters. It makes it possible for the purchaser to easily identify the affec- ted tires.

  • Page 299: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading

    Definition of terms for tires and loading Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stand- Speed rating ards The speed rating is part of the tire identifica- A uniform standard to grade the quality of tion. It specifies the speed range for which the tires with regards to tread quality, tire traction tire is approved.
  • Page 300 Definition of terms for tires and loading the tire. This specifies the load-bearing capa- Tire pressure of cold tires city more precisely. The tires are cold: if the vehicle has been parked with the tires Curb weight out of direct sunlight for at least 3 hours The weight of a vehicle with standard equip- if the vehicle has not been driven further ment but without passengers and luggage.

  • Page 301: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Load bearing index The wheel brakes or suspension components may also be damaged. There is a risk of acci- The load bearing index is a code that contains dent. the maximum load bearing capacity of a tire. Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels and tires are of the same dimensions.
  • Page 302 Changing a wheel rolling away, for example when changing a Storing wheels wheel. Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, Fold both plates upwards :. dry and preferably dark place. Protect the Fold out lower plate ;. tires against oil and grease.
  • Page 303 Mercedes-Benz. If used incor- rectly, the jack could tip over with the vehi- cle raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold...
  • Page 304 For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Make sure the foot of the jack is directly beneath the jacking point.

  • Page 305: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Wheel and tire combinations Lowering the vehicle General notes WARNING ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- ommends that you only use tires and The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts wheels which have been approved by and bolts are not tightened to the specified Mercedes-Benz specifically for your vehi- tightening torque.
  • Page 306 Wheel and tire combinations Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for tire. Observe the "Tires with run-flat char- damage resulting from the use of tires, acteristics" section ( page 264). wheels or accessories other than those tes- The following pages contain information ted and approved.
  • Page 307 Wheel and tire combinations Tires B-Class Electric Drive All-weather tires Alloy wheels 7 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 225/50 R17 94 H 7.5 J x 18 H2 ET 44 5, 6 225/45 R18 95 H Available as MOExtended tires. Use of snow chains not permitted.
  • Page 309 Useful information ......308 Information regarding technical data ............ 308 Identification plates ......308 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 309 Vehicle data ........311...
  • Page 310 The data stated here specifically refers to the vehicle identification plate. a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. Identification plates...
  • Page 311 Mercedes-Benz. Information about tested and approved prod- Coolant ucts can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at Important safety notes http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. The coolant is a mixture of water and anti- You can recognize service products approved freeze/corrosion inhibitor.
  • Page 312 ! The warranty is only valid if you add an of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB Winter- antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor which has Fit. been approved by Mercedes-Benz and if Adapt the mixing ratio to the outside temper- the recommended mixture ratio is ature.
  • Page 313 (650 ± 10 g) ! Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG PAG oil 4.2 oz oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be (120 g) used. The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.
  • Page 314 Vehicle data Opening dimen- High-voltage bat- sions tery Charge time with : Maximum head- 75.3 in (1912 mm) approx. 5 h 240 V (32 A) room Charge time with ; Opening height 79.5 in (2021 mm) approx. 4 h 240 V (40 A) Vehicle dimensions The specified values for range depend on the Vehicle length...

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