Page 1 Operator's Manual É1725842381lËÍ 1725842381 Order no. 6515 3314 13 Part no. 172 584 23 81 Edition B 2012...
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Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you drive off, please familiarize yourself with your vehicle and read this manual, especially the safety and warning notes. This will help you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your vehicle and avoid endangering yourself and others.
Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 25 Introduction ......... 20 Safety ........... 35 Opening/closing ......... 67 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..91 Lights and windshield wipers ..103 Climate control ......... 115 Driving and parking ......129 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 6 Audio menu (on-board computer) ..188 passenger) ........39 Audio system Head bag ......... 41 see separate operating instructions Important safety notes ....38 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Knee bag .......... 40 see Qualified specialist workshop PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF Authorized workshop indicator lamp ........42 see Qualified specialist workshop Safety guidelines ......
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Index Pulling away ........134 Brake fluid (notes) ......327 Releasing the parking lock Display message ......200 manually ........146 Driving tips ........153 Selector lever ........ 140 High-performance brake system ..154 Shift ranges ........143 Important safety notes ....153 Starting the engine ......
Page 8 Index Wiper blades ........268 Problem with the rear window Wooden trim ........270 defroster ........125 Car wash (care) ......... 265 Setting the air distribution ..... 123 CD player/CD changer (on-board Setting the airflow ......123 Setting the air vents ...... 126 computer) ..........
Page 9 Driver's seat Hiding (on-board computer) ... 199 see Seats KEYLESS-GO ........226 Driving abroad Lights ..........213 Mercedes-Benz Service ....265 Safety systems ......200 Symmetrical low beam ....104 Service interval display ....264 Driving lamps SmartKey ........226 see Daytime running lamps Tires ..........
Page 10 Index Electronic brake force distribution ... 62 ® (Electronic Stability EASY-ENTRY feature Program) .......... 58 Activating/deactivating ....194 ETS (Electronic Traction System) ..59 Function/notes ........ 97 Important safety information ... 56 EASY-EXIT feature Overview .......... 56 Crash-responsive ......98 ®...
Page 11 Index Switching off ........150 Tow-starting (vehicle) ..... 289 Filler cap Engine electronics see Fuel filler flap Problem (malfunction) ....138 First-aid kit ......... 274 Engine oil Flat tire Adding ........... 262 Changing a wheel/mounting the Additives ........327 spare wheel ........276 Checking the oil level .....
Page 12 Turn signals Gear or selector lever (cleaning Instrument cluster guidelines) ......... 270 Overview .......... 27 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..322 Settings ......... 191 Glove box ........... 242 Warning and indicator lamps ... 28 Instrument cluster lighting ....180 Instrument lighting...
Page 13 Index Key positions Switching the surround lighting KEYLESS-GO ........131 on/off (on-board computer) ..193 SmartKey ........131 Turn signals ........107 Kickdown see Changing bulbs see Interior lighting Driving tips ........142 Manual drive program ....145 Light sensor (display message) ..216 Knee bag ..........
Page 14 Index Downloading destinations (COMAND) ........252 Navigation Emergency call ......249 Menu (on-board computer) .... 186 Important safety notes ....248 On-board computer ....... 186 Locating a stolen vehicle ....254 see separate operating instructions MB info call button ......251 Neck level heating Remote vehicle locking ....
Page 15 Index RACETIMER ........196 Pedals ..........152 Service menu ......... 191 Pivoting draft stop Settings menu ....... 191 see AIRGUIDE Standard display ......185 Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 269 Telephone menu ......189 Power washers ........266 Trip menu ........185 Power windows Vehicle submenu ......
Page 16 Index Refueling Fuel gauge ........27 Safety Important safety notes ....146 Children in the vehicle ..... 53 Refueling process ......147 Child restraint systems ....53 see Fuel Occupant Classification System Releasing the parking lock (OCS) ..........42 manually (automatic Overview of occupant safety transmission) ........
Page 17 Index Notes ..........264 Storage location ......274 Service messages ......264 Stowing .......... 275 Service menu (on-board computer) . 191 see Emergency spare wheel Service products Specialist workshop ......23 Brake fluid ........327 Speed, controlling Coolant (engine) ......327 see Cruise control Engine oil ........
Page 18 Index Stowage compartments Roadside Assistance button ..251 Armrest (front) ....... 243 Search & Send ....... 253 Armrest (under) ......243 Self-test ......... 249 Center console ......243 System .......... 249 Vehicle remote unlocking ....253 Cup holders ........245 Door ..........
Page 19 Index Distribution of the vehicle Tire tread ........295 occupants (definition) ....315 Tire tread (definition) ..... 314 DOT, Tire Identification Number Total load limit (definition) ..... 315 (TIN) ..........311 Traction ......... 308 DOT (Department of Traction (definition) ....... 315 Transportation) (definition) ....
Page 20 Index Trunk partition Vehicle emergency locking ....76 Display message ......225 Vehicle identification number General notes ........85 see VIN Opening/closing ......85 Vehicle identification plate ....323 Turn signals Vehicle tool kit ........274 Changing bulbs (front) ....112 Video (DVD) ........
Page 21 Index Wind screen Inserting and removing ....86 Preparing for installation ....87 see AIRGUIDE Windshield Defrosting ........124 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system ....263 Notes ..........328 Windshield wipers Problem (malfunction) ....114 Replacing the wiper blades ....
Page 22: Service And Warranty Information
Country-specific differences are approved for the type of vehicle. possible. Please note that your vehicle may Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as not be equipped with all features described. conversion parts and accessories which have This also applies to safety-related systems been specifically approved for your vehicle for and functions.
Page 23: Maintenance
Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix service advisor will record every service for one or more substantial defects or you in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Page 24 Delivery Program. For details, consult an impair the operating safety of your vehicle. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to Such blows can be caused, for example, by one of the following addresses. running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole.
Page 25: Diagnostics Connection
Mercedes-Benz Center Qualified specialist workshop immediately to have the problem diagnosed An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to qualified specialist workshop. It has the your satisfaction, please discuss the problem...
Page 26: Customer Relations Department
Introduction again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or This information helps, for example, to test contact us at one of the following addresses. vehicle systems after an accident and to continually improve vehicle safety. Daimler AG can access this data and submit...
Page 27 Cockpit ..........26 Instrument cluster ......27 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 29 Center console ........30 Overhead control panel ...... 32 Door control panel ......33...
Page 28 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Adjusts the steering wheel shifters manually Cruise control lever Adjusts the steering wheel electrically Instrument cluster Combination switch Horn Electric parking brake PARKTRONIC warning display Diagnostics connection Overhead control panel Opens the hood Climate control systems Light switch Ignition lock...
Page 29: Fuel Gauge
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer with Coolant temperature segments Multifunction display Fuel gauge Instrument lighting Tachometer...
Page 30: Warning And Indicator Lamps
Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam 7 Seat belt headlamps M SPORT handling K High-beam mode in AMG vehicles headlamps ? Coolant ® ÷ ESP R Rear fog lamp Electric parking brake (red) N Front fog lamps F (USA only) ;...
Page 31 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 Confirms a selection Control System; see the Hides display messages separate operating instructions...
Page 32: Upper Section
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Audio system/COMAND; £ Hazard warning see the separate operating lamps instructions a PASSENGER AIR BAG c Seat heating OFF indicator lamp Ò AIRSCARF ® å ESP c PARKTRONIC à...
Page 33: Center Console Lower Section
Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Roof switch cover Ashtray Audio/COMAND Cigarette lighter controller; see the separate Power socket operating instructions Selector lever Ú Selects the drive program Stowage compartment Ñ Selects the drive Cup holders program (AMG vehicles) Stowage compartment...
Page 34: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- Eyeglasses compartment hand reading lamp on/off ï Button for MB Info call c Switches the interior (mbrace system) lighting on/off Rear-view mirror µ Operates MAGIC SKY Buttons for the garage door CONTROL opener...
Page 35: Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door \ Selects the right exterior mirror %& Unlocks/locks the vehicle W Opens/closes the right side window Adjusts the seat electrically W Opens/closes the left r45= side window Stores settings for the seat, exterior mirrors and 7 Adjusts the exterior...
Page 37 Useful information ......36 Occupant safety ........36 Children in the vehicle ......53 Panic alarm .......... 55 Driving safety systems ....... 56 Theft deterrent locking system ..64...
Page 38: Introduction
Occupant safety Useful information to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended. This Operator's Manual describes all Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices models and all standard and optional (ETDs), for example, could deploy equipment of your vehicle available at the inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents time of publication of the Operator's although the deceleration threshold for air...
Page 39: Safety Guidelines
An air bag or ETD that has deployed must be replaced. For your safety, Mercedes-Benz strongly recommends that you have the system Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges. checked as soon as possible at an authorized They could tear.
Page 40: Important Safety Notes
If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz distance from the air bag. Occupants who are strongly recommends that you inform the...
Page 41 Occupant safety thresholds, the air bags will not deploy. The impact air bag and/or head bag inflates. driver and passengers will then be protected This could result in serious or fatal injuries to the extent possible by a properly fastened should the side impact air bag and/or head seat belt.
Page 42: Knee Bag
Occupant safety They are deployed: The front-passenger front air bag will only deploy if: in the event of certain frontal impacts the system, based on the OCS weight if the system determines that air bag sensor readings, detects that the front- deployment can offer additional protection passenger seat is occupied.
Page 43: Head Bag
Side impact air bags will not deploy in side Only use seat covers which have been tested impacts which do not exceed the system's and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your preset deployment thresholds for lateral vehicle model. Using other seat covers may acceleration/deceleration.
Page 44: Passenger Air Bag Off Indicator Lamp
Mercedes-Benz Center. the OCS detects that the front-passenger For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz seat is not occupied. recommends that you only use seat the front-passenger seat belt is not accessories that have been approved by fastened.
Page 45 Occupant safety When the OCS senses that the front- If the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF passenger seat occupant is classified as indicator lamp is illuminated, the front- being up to or less than the weight of a typical passenger front air bag and the front- 12-month-old child in a standard child passenger knee bag are deactivated and are restraint, the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF...
Page 46 Occupant safety Observe the following information: When securing a child in a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, you Your vehicle is equipped with air bag must: technology designed to deactivate the move the front-passenger seat as far front-passenger front air bag and the front- back as possible passenger knee bag in your vehicle when the system senses the weight of a typical...
Page 47: System Self-Test
If the red 6 SRS warning lamp in the is not functioning. Consult an authorized instrument cluster and the 4 PASSENGER Mercedes-Benz Center before seating a child AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp light up on the front-passenger seat. simultaneously, the OCS is malfunctioning.
Page 48 The ^a The OCS is malfunctioning. indicator lamp Have the OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized illuminates and Mercedes-Benz Center. remains illuminated. Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction The person on the display ( page 211).
Page 49: Operation
Occupant safety If the seat belts are not released: ® PRE-SAFE (preventative occupant protection) Move the backrest or seat back slightly, but only when the vehicle is stationary. AMG vehicles do not include the PRE- The belt pretensioning is reduced and the ®...
Page 50 50 restraints checked at an authorized states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end territories and all Canadian provinces. collision. Even where this is not the case, all vehicle...
Page 51 Contact an authorized interior or be ejected from it. This may result Mercedes-Benz Center. in serious or fatal injury. In the same crash, the possibility of serious or Correct use of the seat belts...
Page 52: Fastening
Occupant safety the middle of the shoulder (it should not Do not allow the seat belt to get caught in the touch the neck). door or in the seat adjustment mechanism. This could damage the seat belt. Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdomen.
Page 53: Releasing
Occupant safety Releasing seat belts of your shoulder and the lap section across your hips. Press release button ?( page 50) and Engage belt tongue ; in buckle =. guide belt tongue ; back towards belt If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder loop :.
Page 54: Belt Force Limiters
The ETDs do not pull vehicle occupants back instructions. These are available at any towards the backrest. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Seat belt force limiters, when triggered, help ! If the front-passenger seat is not to reduce the peak force exerted by the seat occupied, do not engage the seat belt belt on the vehicle occupant.
Page 55: Restraint Systems
Children in the vehicle Children in the vehicle correctly and use a suitable infant restraint system, child restraint system or booster seat Child restraint systems suitable for the size and weight of the child. Children can be seriously or even fatally Important safety notes injured by an air bag deploying.
Page 56 Children in the vehicle recommended for the child's age and When securing a child in a child restraint weight. system on the front-passenger seat, you must: Make sure that the infant or child is properly secured at all times while the move the front-passenger seat as far vehicle is in motion.
Page 57: Panic Alarm
Panic alarm Special seat belt retractor Panic alarm The seat belt on the front-passenger side is equipped with a special seat belt retractor. When activated, the special seat belt retractor ensures the seat belt will not slacken once the child restraint system has been secured.
Page 58: Abs (Anti-Lock Braking System)
Driving safety systems 1. This device may not cause interference, The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with the driving safety systems described in this 2. this device must accept any interference section must never be exploited in a reckless received, including interference that may or dangerous manner which could jeopardize cause undesired operation.
Page 59: Bas (Brake Assist System)
Driving safety systems The brakes will function as usual once you WARNING release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated. If the ABS malfunctions, other driving systems ® such as the BAS or the ESP are also switched WARNING off. Observe indicator and warning lamps that If the BAS malfunctions, the brake system still may come on as well as messages in the functions, but without the additional brake...
Page 60 Driving safety systems automatically increase the braking force to a WARNING level suitable for the traffic conditions. BAS PLUS does not react: If BAS PLUS demands particularly high to people or animals braking force, preventative passenger to oncoming vehicles ® protection measures (PRE-SAFE ) are to crossing traffic...
Page 61: Ets (Electronic Traction System)
Driving safety systems WARNING the system will reduce vehicle stability in driving maneuvers. Under no circumstances should you ® ® ® deactivate ESP when the ÷ ESP Do not deactivate ESP when the emergency or spare wheel is mounted. warning lamp in the instrument cluster flashes.
Page 62 Driving safety systems To switch off: press button :. You could lose control of your vehicle and ® The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the cause an accident. instrument cluster lights up. Please be aware of these limits when you switch on the SPORT handling mode.
Page 63 Driving safety systems If SPORT handling mode is activated and one ® Do not switch off the ESP when a spare ® or more wheels start to spin, the ÷ ESP wheel is mounted. warning lamp in the instrument cluster ®...
Page 64: Function/Notes
Driving safety systems the instrument cluster does not flash. In such EBD (electronic brake force ® situations, ESP will not stabilize the vehicle. distribution) Observe the "Important safety notes" section ( page 56). EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure on the rear wheels to improve driving stability while braking.
Page 65 Driving safety systems ® by the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or braking. PRE-SAFE Brake cannot prevent a use in any non-approved way. collision without your intervention. Any unauthorized modification to this At speeds above approximately device could void the user's authority to 20 mph (30 km/h), this function warns you operate the equipment.
Page 66: Immobilizer
There is a risk started when the starter battery is fully of an accident. Always pay careful attention charged, the immobilizer may be faulty. to the traffic situation and be ready to brake. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz...
Page 67: Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System)
Theft deterrent locking system Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). or KEYLESS-GO. Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system is armed after approximately ATA (anti-theft alarm system) 15 seconds. To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.
Page 69 Useful information ......68 SmartKey ..........68 Doors ............ 74 Trunk ............ 77 Side windows ........80 Roof ............82...
Page 70: Useful Information
SmartKey Useful information hot, and a child could be burned on these parts. This Operator's Manual describes all WARNING models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the If a key ring is too heavy or too large, the time of publication of the Operator's weight acting on the key could cause it to turn Manual.
Page 71: Locking
SmartKey This can affect the functionality of KEYLESS-GO. Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a KEYLESS-GO key in the vehicle. Locking and unlocking centrally You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO.
Page 72: Mechanical Key
SmartKey If you pull on the handle of the trunk lid, only Mechanical key the trunk of the vehicle is unlocked. General notes If the vehicle can no longer be locked or Changing the settings of the locking unlocked with the SmartKey, use the system mechanical key.
Page 73: Replacing
SmartKey Push release catch : in the direction of Changing the battery ( page 71) the arrow and at the same time, remove You can obtain the battery at a qualified mechanical key ; from the SmartKey. specialist workshop. If the SmartKey battery is checked within the signal reception range of the vehicle, SmartKey battery pressing the &...
Page 74 SmartKey Make sure that the surface of the battery is free from lint, grease and all other forms of contamination. Insert the front tabs of battery tray cover : and then press to close it. Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey.
Page 75: Loss
SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle from close range and press the % / &...
Page 76: Doors
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior SmartKey. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 282).
Page 77 Doors stowage compartments, such as the glove Unlocking and opening doors from box. the inside You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally You can open a door from inside the vehicle from the inside if the vehicle has been even if it has been locked. locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.
Page 78: Vehicle
Doors Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise to position 1. The door is unlocked. Turn the mechanical key back and remove Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey. Locking the vehicle (mechanical key) To deactivate: press and hold button : If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the for about five seconds until a tone sounds.
Page 79: Trunk
Trunk If you lock the vehicle as described above, Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo the fuel filler flap is not locked. The anti- increases a child's risk of injury in the event theft alarm system is not armed. strong braking maneuvers sudden changes of direction Trunk an accident...
Page 80: Locking The Trunk Separately
Trunk Opening automatically from the outside Important safety notes WARNING Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. Pull handle :.
Page 81: Trunk Emergency Release
Trunk Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise from position 1 as far as it will go to position 2 and pull the trunk lid handle. The trunk is unlocked. Turn the mechanical key back to position 1 and remove it. Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey.
Page 82: Side Windows
Side windows Side windows Important safety notes WARNING When opening or closing the door windows, make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening/closing procedure. The front door windows are equipped with automatic operation and the anti-entrapment Left feature.
Page 83: Convenience Closing Feature
Side windows When the roof is closed and the trunk partition is open, the SmartKey can be used to open or close all side windows simultaneously: Make sure that the roof is closed page 84) and that the trunk partition is open ( page 85).
Page 84: Resetting
Roof Problems with the side windows Problem: a side window cannot be closed because it is blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. Remove the objects. Close the side window. Problem: a side window cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause. WARNING Touch recessed sensor surface : on the Closing the side windows with increased force...
Page 85: Roof Switch
Roof the trunk partition is not pushed up by WARNING the load. Only drive with the roof fully open or closed. the trunk partition is closed. If the roof does not open or close fully, the the trunk lid is closed. roof hydraulics are depressurized and the soft the outside temperature is above top is lowered:...
Page 86 Roof Opening and closing Opening and closing with the SmartKey Important safety notes WARNING Before operating the retractable hardtop (vario-roof), make sure there is no danger of anyone being injured by the moving parts (retractable hardtop, roof frame, and trunk lid).
Page 87: General Notes
Roof To close: press and hold the & button Trunk partition on the SmartKey until the roof is fully General notes closed. The roof and the side windows close. The trunk partition can be used to cover To interrupt the closing procedure: luggage and loads in the trunk.
Page 88 Roof Problems with the roof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof will not open or The trunk partition is not closed and not properly engaged. close. Close the trunk partition ( page 85). The trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid ( page 77).
Page 89: Preparing For Installation
Roof Installing and removing the wind screen Preparing for installation Installation from the left side of the vehicle (example) Prepare for installation ( page 87). Preparing for installation from the left side of the Hold wind screen : at an angle and slide vehicle (example) it with locked latch ;...
Page 90: Magic Sky Control
Roof Press unlocking button L:. Meanwhile, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. pull wind screen ; on the side of the vehicle facing you upwards and tilt it. Operating AIRGUIDE Stop the vehicle, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Removing from the left side of the vehicle (example) Pull wind screen ;...
Page 91 Roof Risk of electric shock At sub-zero temperatures, the change is slower and uneven. The entire process may The electrical components of MAGIC SKY take some time. CONTROL are protected by a covering behind the overhead control panel. The MAGIC SKY CONTROL control unit is marked with a yellow warning sticker that warns you of high voltage.
Page 93 Useful information ......92 Correcting the driver's seat posi- tion ............92 Seats ............ 93 Steering wheel ........96 Mirrors ..........98 Memory function ......100...
Page 94: Useful Information
Correcting the driver's seat position you have moved the backrest to an Useful information almost vertical position. you have set the seat cushion angle so This Operator's Manual describes all that your thighs are gently supported. models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the you can depress the pedals properly.
Page 95: Seats
Seats Seats of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. Important safety notes never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being WARNING adjusted. In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle Failure to do so could result in an accident control, all seat, head restraint, steering and/or serious personal injury.
Page 96 Seats ! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat Seat fore-and-aft adjustment heating, observe the following information: Lift handle : and slide the seat forwards do not spill any liquids on the seats. If or backwards. liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as Release lever : again.
Page 97: Adjusting The Head Restraint
Seats Adjusting the head restraints The health of passengers that have limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to excessively high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries. Therefore, do not use seat heating level 3 repeatedly.
Page 98: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Problems with the seat heating Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. The seat heating has switched itself off To activate: press button :. prematurely. The vehicle's electrical system Three red indicator lamps in the button light voltage is too low because too many electrical up.
Page 99 Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel manually electrically Release lever To adjust the steering wheel height To adjust the steering wheel height To adjust the steering wheel position (fore-and-aft adjustment) To adjust the steering wheel position (fore-and-aft adjustment) Related topics: Fold release lever : down completely in...
Page 100: Rear Lamps See Lights Rear-View Mirror Anti-Glare (Manual)
Mirrors Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature WARNING Let the system complete the adjustment If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is procedure before setting the vehicle in triggered in an accident, the steering column motion. All steering wheel adjustment must will move upwards when the driver's door is be completed before setting the vehicle in opened.
Page 101: Dipping (Automatic)
Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out The exterior mirrors are automatically heated automatically if the rear window defroster is switched on and the outside temperature is low. If the "Fold in mirrors when locking" function is activated in the on-board computer page 195): the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as soon as you lock the vehicle from the...
Page 102: Position Of Exterior Mirror, Front- Passenger Side
Memory function incident light from headlamps strikes the You can also store the parking position sensor in the rear-view mirror. using memory button M ?. The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode if With the SmartKey in position 2 in the reverse gear is engaged or the interior lighting ignition lock and with the exterior is switched on.
Page 103 Memory function seat and backrest position driver's side: steering wheel position driver's side: position of the exterior mirrors on the driver's and front-passenger sides WARNING Do not activate the memory function while driving. Activating the memory function while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 105 Useful information ......104 Exterior lighting ........ 104 Interior lighting ......... 109 Replacing bulbs ......... 109 Windshield wipers ......113...
Page 106: Useful Information
Important safety notes traffic drives on the opposite side of the road from the country where the vehicle is For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz registered. Legal requirements are fulfilled recommends that you drive with the lights even without switching.
Page 107: Instrument Cluster Lighting
Exterior lighting If you hear a warning tone when you leave the Parking lamps, license plate and vehicle, the lights may still be switched on. instrument cluster lighting Automatic headlamp mode/daytime Turn the light switch to c or Ã. 4Ã running lamps Low-beam/high-beam headlamps Low-beam headlamps...
Page 108: Switching On/Off
Exterior lighting To activate the daytime running Front fog lamps lamps: activate the daytime running lamps Only vehicles with front fog lamps have the function in the on-board computer fog lamps function. page 192). WARNING Turn the light switch to c or Ã. With the engine running: depending on the If you suspect that driving conditions will be ambient light, the daytime running lamps or...
Page 109: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting Press the R button. To indicate briefly: press the combination switch briefly to the pressure point in the The yellow R indicator lamp in the direction of arrow ; or ?. instrument cluster lights up. The corresponding turn signal flashes three To switch off the rear fog lamp: press the times.
Page 110: Cornering Light Function
Exterior lighting Hazard warning lamps Cornering light function The hazard warning lamps automatically The cornering light function improves the switch on if: illumination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning, enabling better an air bag is deployed. visibility in tight bends, for example.
Page 111: Crash-Responsive Emergency Lighting
Replacing bulbs Have the headlamps checked at a qualified The interior lighting automatically switches specialist workshop. on if you: unlock the vehicle open a door Interior lighting remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Overview of interior lighting The interior light is activated for a short while when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock.
Page 112 Replacing bulbs If your vehicle is equipped with Xenon bulbs, they are very hot. You should therefore wear you can recognize this by the following: the eye protection and gloves when you are cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves changing them.
Page 113: Low-Beam Headlamps
Replacing bulbs Low-beam headlamps (halogen headlamps) Tail lamp Backup lamp: W 16 W Remove the cover in the front wheel arch page 111). Changing the front bulbs Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise Removing and installing the cover in the and pull it out. front wheel housing Press clamp ;...
Page 114: Parking Lamps (Changing Bulbs)
Replacing bulbs Switch off the lights. Changing the rear bulbs Open the hood. Backup lamp Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise and pull it out. Push the bulb upwards by the holder, disconnect it and pull it out of bulb holder ;. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;, push it down and secure it in place.
Page 115: Windshield Wipers
Windshield wipers Windshield wipers ¯ Continuous wipe, fast í Single wipe/ î To wipe the Switching the windshield wipers on/ windshield using washer fluid Switch on the ignition. WARNING Turn the combination switch to the Wiper blades are components that are subject corresponding position.
Page 116 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. ! Always position the windshield wiper arms vertically before folding them away from the windshield.
Page 117: Climate Control
Useful information ......116 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 116 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 121 Setting the air vents ......126...
Page 118: Useful Information
Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period Useful information during warm weather. This will speed up the cooling process and the desired vehicle This Operator's Manual describes all interior temperature will be reached more models and all standard and optional quickly.
Page 119 Overview of climate control systems Air-conditioning system control panel Canada only To set the temperature ( page 122) To activate/deactivate the residual heat function ( page 125) To set the air distribution ( page 123) To defrost the windshield ( page 124) To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 121)
Page 120: Conditioning System
Overview of climate control systems To set the air distribution ( page 123) To defrost the windshield ( page 124) To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 121) To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode ( page 125) To set the airflow ( page 123) To switch the rear window defroster on/off ( page 124)
Page 121 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 2-zone automatic climate control Canada only To set the temperature, left ( page 122) To defrost the windshield ( page 124) To switch the ZONE function on/off To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 121) To activate/deactivate the residual heat function ( page 125)
Page 122 Overview of climate control systems USA only To set the temperature, left ( page 122) To defrost the windshield ( page 124) To switch maximum cooling MAX COOL on/off ( page 124) To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 121) To switch the rear window defroster on/off ( page 124) To set the temperature, right (...
Page 123: Operating The Climate Control Systems
Operating the climate control systems Dual-zone automatic climate control compartment as well. The indicator lamp in the á button goes out. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. Use the residual heat function if you want to heat or ventilate the vehicle interior To activate: press the Ã...
Page 124: Setting The Temperature
Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. To switch on: press the ¿ or Á Set the desired temperature. button. To activate: press the Ã button. The indicator lamp in the ¿ or Á The indicator lamp in the Ã...
Page 125: Setting The Air Distribution
Operating the climate control systems Air-conditioning system Setting the air distribution Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the Air distribution settings ignition lock. Air-conditioning system Press one or more of the P, O, ¯ Directs the airflow through the ¯...
Page 126: Switching On/Off
Operating the climate control systems When the buttons or controls for dehumidification function remains on. Air- temperature, airflow or air distribution are recirculation mode remains deactivated. activated, the temperature setting for the driver's side is not adopted for the other Press the Ã...
Page 127: Rear Window Defroster Problem (Malfunction)
Operating the climate control systems If the battery voltage is too low, the rear Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the window defroster may switch off. ignition lock. To activate: press the g button. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the The indicator lamp in the g button lights ignition lock.
Page 128: Air Vents Important Safety Notes
Setting the air vents passenger side free of blockages, such as If you activate the residual heat function ice, snow or leaves. at high temperatures, only the ventilation will be activated. The blower runs at never cover the air vents or air intake grilles medium speed.
Page 129: Setting The Vents
Setting the air vents Setting the side air vents You can adjust the blower output of AIRSCARF vents : using the AIRSCARF To open the side air vent button ( page 96). To close the side air vent Side window defroster vent Side air vent To open the side air vent: turn the adjuster in side air vent ? in the direction...
Page 131 Useful information ......130 Breaking-in notes ......130 Driving ..........130 Manual transmission ......139 Automatic transmission ....140 Refueling ..........146 Parking ..........149 Driving tips ........152 Driving systems ........ 156...
Page 132: Useful Information
Driving Additional breaking-in notes for AMG Useful information vehicles: This Operator's Manual describes all do not drive faster than 85 mph models and all standard and optional (140 km/h) for the first 1,000 miles equipment of your vehicle available at the (1,500 km).
Page 133: Start/Stop Button
Driving SmartKey positions WARNING On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in SmartKey order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control. WARNING Manual transmission: Wait until the vehicle is stationary before removing the SmartKey...
Page 134 Driving Pressing the Start/Stop button several times in succession corresponds to the different SmartKey positions in the ignition lock. This is only the case if you are not depressing the brake pedal. If you depress the brake pedal and press the Start/Stop button, the engine starts immediately.
Page 135: Starting The Engine
Driving Turn the SmartKey to position 3 in the Do not run the engine in confined areas (such ignition lock ( page 131) and release it as as a garage) which are not properly ventilated. soon as the engine is running. If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected...
Page 136: Pulling Away Automatic Transmission
Driving Release the brake pedal. The vehicle locks centrally once you have pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors Slowly release the clutch pedal and gently drop down. depress the accelerator pedal. You can open the doors from the inside at ! Change gear in good time and avoid any time.
Page 137: Eco Start/Stop Function
Driving symbol disappears in the multifunction ECO start/stop function display. In addition, the Stop/Start Important safety notes inactive message is shown in the AMG menu in the multifunction display. WARNING If the ECO start/stop function is deactivated If the ECO symbol appears in the page 136), the ¤...
Page 138 Driving Deactivating/activating the ECO start/ the accelerator pedal, the engine starts stop function automatically and the braking effect of the HOLD function is deactivated. Depress the accelerator pedal carefully, as the engine must be started first. If you shift the transmission from R to D, the ECO start/stop function is available again once the ¤...
Page 139 Driving active message is shown in the AMG menu in the multifunction display. If not all conditions for automatic engine switch-off ( page 135) are fulfilled, the Stop/Start inactive message will be shown in the AMG menu of the multifunction display and the frame around the ECO symbol fades out.
Page 140 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the SmartKey in the ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.
Page 141: Manual Transmission
Manual transmission ! When shifting between 5th and 6th gear, Manual transmission you should always push the gear lever all Important safety notes the way to the right. You could otherwise shift unintentionally into 3rd or 4th gear WARNING and damage the transmission. The movement of the pedals must not be If you shift down at too high a speed impaired in any way.
Page 142: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission multifunction display of the instrument Selector lever cluster. Overview of transmission positions Automatic transmission Important safety notes WARNING It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 143: Changing Gear
Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. The transmission Do not shift the transmission into could otherwise be damaged. position P( page 149) unless the No power is transmitted from the vehicle is stationary.
Page 144: Kickdown
Automatic transmission Kickdown E Economy Comfortable, economical driving Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. C Controlled Efficiency Vehicles for USA (except AMG vehicles): fully depress the accelerator S Sport Sporty driving style pedal. M Manual Manual gear shifting The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.
Page 145: Shift Ranges
Automatic transmission In the automatic drive program, you can Shift ranges restrict or derestrict the shift range by using Introduction the steering wheel paddle shifters page 143). When the automatic transmission is in In the manual drive program, you can change position D, it is possible to restrict or gear using the steering wheel paddle shifters derestrict the shift range (...
Page 146: Manual Drive Program
Automatic transmission from overrevving, even if the shift range is Manual drive program M can be selected restricted. using the program selector button. You can change gears using the steering wheel paddle shifters or the selector lever in manual drive Derestricting the shift range program M if the transmission is in position Briefly press the selector lever to the right...
Page 147: Manual Drive Program
Automatic transmission You can also use kickdown for maximum acceleration in manual drive program M. Vehicles for USA: fully depress the accelerator pedal. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. Vehicles for Canada: depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point.
Page 148: Releasing The Parking Lock Manually
Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 149 Refueling Refueling Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline. Fuel filler flap Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid inhaling fumes and any skin or clothing contact. Direct skin contact with fuels and the inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging to your health.
Page 150 Refueling Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank and refuel. Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off. Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time. Otherwise, fuel may leak out.
Page 151: Parking
Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of explosion or fire vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is defective. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock immediately and remove it ( page 131).
Page 152: Parking Brake
Parking Switching off the engine Electric parking brake Important safety notes General information The electric parking brake performs a WARNING function test at regular intervals while the Do not turn off the engine before the vehicle engine is switched off. The sounds that can has come to a complete stop.
Page 153 Parking Emergency braking been switched on using the Start/Stop button. The vehicle can also be braked during an emergency by using the electric parking Applying automatically brake. Your vehicle's electric parking brake is While driving, push handle : of the electric applied automatically if DISTRONIC PLUS parking brake ( page 150).
Page 154: Drinking And Driving
Driving tips Fuel consumption also increases when Driving tips driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic General driving tips and in mountainous terrain. Important safety notes Drinking and driving WARNING WARNING Always remember that you must concentrate Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and primarily on driving the vehicle.
Page 155: Driving Tips
This type of damage is not immediately. If you must drive under these covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open at all times. Heavy and light loads...
Page 156: High-Performance Brake System
Driving tips Limited braking performance on salt- properties of the vehicle can be degraded to treated roads an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired. This could result in an accident. WARNING The layer of salt on the brake discs and the ! As the ESP ®...
Page 157: Driving On Flooded Roads
You can obtain further To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation, open information about this from your authorized a window slightly on the side of the vehicle Mercedes-Benz Center. not facing the wind. Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified Driving on wet roads specialist workshop at the onset of winter.
Page 158: Driving Systems
Driving systems control. Your vehicle's ABS will not prevent operation. The driver is and must always this type of loss of control. remain responsible for the vehicle's speed and for safe brake operation. Drive particularly carefully on slippery road Only use the cruise control if the road, traffic, surfaces.
Page 159: Setting A Speed
Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current speed of the vehicle to the previously speed stored speed. You can store the current speed if you are Setting a speed driving faster than 20 mph (30 km/h). Accelerate the vehicle to the desired WARNING speed.
Page 160: Deactivating
Driving systems Deactivating cruise control effect of the engine, which relieves the load on the brake system and prevents the brakes There are several ways to deactivate cruise from overheating and wearing too quickly. control: If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a slower-moving Briefly press the cruise control lever vehicle in front, your vehicle is braked in order forwards =.
Page 161 Driving systems As DISTRONIC PLUS transmits radar waves, next to your vehicle, especially if the vehicles it can resemble the radar detectors of the are not driving on the middle of their lane. responsible authorities. You can refer to the The driver must always pay careful attention relevant chapter in the Operator's Manual if to the road, weather and traffic conditions.
Page 162 Driving systems too late. This could cause an accident in which distance, which creates a danger of a you and/or others could be injured. collision. Immediately brake the vehicle to increase WARNING your distance to the preceding vehicle. The The "Resume" function should only be warning sound is intended as a final caution operated if the driver is fully aware of the in which you should intercede with your own...
Page 163 Driving systems Cruise control lever the front-passenger door must be closed. the vehicle must not skid. Activating while driving When driving at speeds below 20 mph (30 km/h), you can only activate DISTRONIC PLUS if the vehicle in front has been detected and is shown in the multifunction display.
Page 164 Driving systems Changing lanes Press the cruise control lever repeatedly up : or down ; until the desired speed If you change to the passing lane, DISTRONIC is set. PLUS supports you when: you are driving faster than 40mph You can use the cruise control lever to set (60 km/h).
Page 165 Driving systems Immediately depress the brake pedal firmly The DISTRONIC PLUS braking effect is until the warning message in the canceled and the vehicle can start moving if: multifunction display goes out. DISTRONIC DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated using the PLUS is deactivated. cruise control lever.
Page 166: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance
Driving systems press the cruise control lever up : or that DISTRONIC PLUS keeps to the vehicle in front, dependent on vehicle speed. You can down ; to the pressure point. see this distance in the multifunction display The last speed stored is increased or page 165).
Page 167: Displays In The Multifunction Display
Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the speedometer ® Symbol for activated PRE-SAFE Brake Vehicle in front, if detected Distance indicator, current distance to When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, one or the vehicle in front two segments ; in the set speed range light Specified minimum distance to the vehicle in front;...
Page 168: Distronic Plus
Driving systems Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS message is shown in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds. WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated and releases the brakes if the vehicle is slowed down to a speed below 20 mph (30km/h) by the system, provided that DISTRONIC PLUS does not detect a vehicle directly in front.
Page 169 Driving systems Other vehicles changing lane The driver must always be alert, observe all traffic and intercede as required by means of steering or braking the vehicle. WARNING The DISTRONIC PLUS should not be used in snowy or icy road conditions. Cornering, going into and coming out of a bend DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the...
Page 170: Dynamic Handling Package
Driving systems Sports tuning example, the detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obstacle or stationary vehicle, The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in DISTRONIC PLUS will not brake for these. sports mode ensures even better contact with the road. Select this mode if you want Crossing vehicles more direct contact with the road when employing a sporty driving style, e.g.
Page 171 Driving systems the driver's door is closed or your seat belt After a time, the electric parking brake is fastened. secures the vehicle and relieves the service brake. the electric parking brake is released. the hood is closed. WARNING the selector lever is in position D, R or N on Never get out of the vehicle when the HOLD vehicles with automatic transmission.
Page 172: Parktronic
Driving systems multifunction display goes out. This PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when deactivates the HOLD function. you: In vehicles with automatic transmission: switch on the ignition Shift to 'P'. move the selector lever to position D, R or N on vehicles with automatic transmission Shift the transmission to position P to prevent the vehicle from rolling away.
Page 173: Warning Display
Driving systems Minimum distance Center approximately 8in (approximately 20cm) Corners approximately 6in (approximately 15cm) If there is an obstacle within this range, the relevant warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds. If the distance falls below the minimum, the distance may no Top view longer be shown.
Page 174: Deactivating/Activating
Driving systems Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC determine which warning display is active when the engine is running. Manual transmission: Gear lever Warning display position Forwards gear Front area activated Neutral Reverse gear, or Rear and front areas the vehicle is rolling activated Indicator lamp backwards To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC...
Page 175: See Parktronic Parking Aid Parking Guidance
Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
Page 176 Driving systems when transporting a load which protrudes WARNING from your vehicle, you must not use Parking Objects located above the height range of Guidance. Parking Guidance will not be detected when never use Parking Guidance with snow the parking space is measured. These objects chains or an emergency spare wheel are not taken into account when the parking mounted.
Page 177 Driving systems parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle. Vehicles with automatic transmission: shift When driving at speeds below 19 mph into position R. (30km/h), you will see parking symbol ; as The following message appears in the multifunction display: Check vehicle a status indicator in the instrument cluster.
Page 178: Attention Assist
Driving systems until the arrow is white and a warning tone ATTENTION ASSIST sounds. Important safety notes To reverse into the parking space: maintain the steering wheel angle and ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, reverse carefully. monotonous journeys such as on freeways Stop as soon as you hear a warning tone, and interstate highways.
Page 179: Multifunction Display
Driving systems if you are predominantly driving slower ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you than 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster than continue your journey and starts assessing 112 mph (180 km/h) your tiredness again if: if you are currently using COMAND or you switch off the engine.
Page 181 Useful information ......180 Important safety notes ....180 Displays and operation ....180 Menus and submenus ...... 184 Display messages ......199 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......228...
Page 182: Useful Information
"At a glance" section the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorized page 27). Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages. WARNING The driver's concentration must always be directed primarily at road traffic.
Page 183: Temperature Gauge
Displays and operation Coolant temperature display Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road WARNING surface is free of ice. The road may still be icy, Driving when your engine is overheated can especially in wooded areas or on bridges. cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
Page 184 Displays and operation Press and hold: In the Audio menu: selects the previous/next station or selects an audio track or a video scene using rapid scrolling In the (telephone) menu: starts rapid scrolling through the phone book Confirms a selection/display message In the (telephone) menu:...
Page 185 Displays and operation Back button Outside temperature or speed page 192) Press briefly: Time Back To show menu bar ?: press the = Switches off the Voice Control or ; button on the steering wheel. System; see the separate Menu bar ? disappears after a few seconds. operating instructions Text field = shows the selected menu or Hides display messages or calls...
Page 186: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Menu overview The number of menus shown depends on the optional equipment in the vehicle. Function : Trip( page 185)menu Navi menu (navigation instructions) ( page 186) Audio menu ( page 188) menu (telephone) ( page 189) DriveAssist menu (assistance) (...
Page 187: Displaying The Range
Menus and submenus Trip menu Average speed Average fuel consumption Standard display From Start trip computer is reset automatically when: the ignition has been switched off for more than four hours. 999 hours have been exceeded. 9999 miles have been exceeded. When 9,999 hours or 99,999 miles have been exceeded, the trip computer is automatically reset...
Page 188: Digital Speedometer
Menus and submenus Digital speedometer Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu. Press 9 or : to select the digital speedometer. Resetting the trip computer "From start" (example) Press : to select and press a to confirm.
Page 189 Menus and submenus Route guidance active Change of direction announced with a lane recommendation No change of direction announced Lane recommendations are only displayed if the relevant data is available on the digital map. Distance to the destination Distance to the next change of direction Road into which the change of direction Current street leads...
Page 190: Selecting A Station
Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the To select a stored station: briefly press navigation system the 9 or : button. To select a station from the station O: you have reached the destination or an list: press and briefly hold the 9 intermediate destination.
Page 191: Telephone Menu
Menus and submenus If track information is stored on the audio location and stop before placing or taking a device or medium, the multifunction display telephone call. If you choose to use the will show the number and name of the track. telephone while driving, please use the hands- The current track does not appear in audio free device and only use the telephone when...
Page 192: Assistance Menu
Menus and submenus Rejecting or ending a call Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the ~ button on the steering Press the 6 button to switch to the wheel. redial memory. If you are not in the menu, you can still Press the 9 or : button to select the...
Page 193: Activating/Deactivating
Menus and submenus the Ä symbol as long as the HOLD Settings menu function is not activated ( page 168). Introduction Vehicles with Parking Guidance: if PARKTRONIC is activated and you are driving at a speed under 22 mph (35km/h) the j symbol for Parking Guidance is displayed instead of the Ä...
Page 194: Additional Speedometer
Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the Press the : or 9 button to select the Display Unit Speed-/Odometer: Permanent display function. function. You will see the selected setting Outside You will see the selected setting: Temperature Speedometer [km/h]:.
Page 195: Vehicle Submenu
Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select Deactivating delayed switch-off of the exterior lighting temporarily: Ambient light. You will see the selected setting. Before leaving the vehicle, turn the Press the a button to confirm. SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock. Press the : or 9 button to adjust the Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the brightness to any level from...
Page 196: Radar Sensor System Activating/Deactivating
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the Press the 9 or : button to select steering wheel to select the Settings Radar Sensor (See Oper. Manual):. menu. You will see the selected setting: Enabled or Disabled. Press the : or 9 button to select the Press the a button to save the setting.
Page 197: Factory Settings Submenu
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Sett. menu. steering wheel to select the Sett. menu. Press the : or 9 button to select the Press the : or 9 button to select the Convenience submenu.
Page 198: Racetimer
Menus and submenus When the engine temperature is below If RACETIMER is selected, the menu bar 80 †, the oil temperature gauge flashes. cannot be called up with the = Avoid driving at full engine output during this and ; buttons. time.
Page 199 Menus and submenus Deleting all laps If you switch off the engine, the RACETIMER is reset to "0" after 30 seconds. All laps are deleted. You cannot delete individual stored laps. If you have stopped 16 laps, the current lap does not have to be reset.
Page 200 Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button to select a different lap evaluation. RACETIMER overall evaluation Total time driven Average speed Distance covered Top speed Lap statistics This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER.
Page 201: Display Messages
WARNING All categories of messages contain important information which should be taken note of and, where a malfunction is indicated, addressed as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair the condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury.
Page 202: Display Message
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ Risk of accident ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Currently Program), BAS (Brake Assist), the HOLD function and hill start Unavailable See assist are temporarily unavailable. Oper.
Page 203 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ Risk of accident ® ABS, ESP , BAS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are Inoperative See unavailable due to a malfunction. Oper. Manual ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed.
Page 204: See Exterior Mirrors See Parktronic Parking Brake Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ Risk of accident ® , BAS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable Inoperative See due to a malfunction. Operator's Manual ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed. In addition, the ÷...
Page 205 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. (USA The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. only) (Canada To apply: only) Switch the ignition off. Parking Brake See Press the electric parking brake handle for at least ten seconds. Operator's Manual Vehicles with manual transmission: engage first gear.
Page 206 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and 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 207 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and 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 208 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The display message is only shown while the vehicle is in motion. The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only)/ ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually.
Page 209: Display Message
Display messages WARNING Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident. Have your brake system checked immediately. Do not add brake fluid before checking the brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be seriously burned.
Page 210: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE Risk of accident Function Currently ® PRE-SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Limited See Oper. the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim is dirty Manual function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the sensors in the bumpers are dirty.
Page 211 In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury.
Page 212 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Airbag Enabled enabled during the journey, even though: See Operator's a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the Manual system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat.
Page 213 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating correctly. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. WARNING If the ^a indicator lamp remains off even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any children twelve years old and under and other small individuals use the front- passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 214 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Airbag Disabled deactivated during the journey, although: See Operator's an adult Manual a person larger than a certain size is occupying the front- passenger seat.
Page 215: Lights
Display messages Lights Display messages about LEDs: This display message will only appear if all LEDs have failed. Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand cornering light is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Left page 109).
Page 216: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The high-mounted brake lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Center Brake page 109). Lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The left or right-hand brake lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Left Brake page 109).
Page 217: Rear Fog Lamp Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear fog lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Rear Fog Lamp page 109). Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The front left or front right parking or standing lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Front Left page 109).
Page 218: Engine
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The exterior lighting is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Malfunction See Operator's Manual The light sensor is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. AUTO Lamp Function Inoperative The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 219 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine fan is defective. At coolant temperatures under 248 ‡(120 †), drive to the next qualified specialist workshop. Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain, and stop-and-go traffic. The coolant is too hot.
Page 220: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 221: Driving Systems
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest gas station. Fuel Level There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail. The fuel system pressure is too low.
Page 222: Parking Guidance Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors The radar sensor system is deactivated. Deactivated See Switch on the radar sensor system ( page 194). Operator's Manual Parking Guidance Parking Guidance is malfunctioning ( page 173). Inoperative Restart the engine.
Page 223 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Currently Unavailable See the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim is dirty Operator's Manual function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the sensors in the bumpers are dirty.
Page 224: Tires
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise Control Cruise control is defective. Inoperative A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. --- mph You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for example.
Page 225 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Risk of accident Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers.
Page 226: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. Check Tire Pressure Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so. If necessary, change a wheel ( page 315).
Page 227: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The trunk partition is open. Close the trunk partition ( page 85). Trunk Partition Open Risk of accident The power steering is malfunctioning. Power Steering You will need to use more force to steer. Malfunction See Operator's Manual A warning tone also sounds.
Page 228: Keyless-Go
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof has been opened and closed several times in a row. The roof drive has been switched off automatically for safety reasons. You can open and close the roof again after approximately 10 minutes.
Page 229 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key Not If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle Detected(red display centrally or start the engine. message) Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 230: Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. After starting the engine, the red seat Fasten your seat belt (...
Page 231: Brakes
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of injury The red seat belt The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. In warning lamp flashes addition, you are driving faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or you have and an intermittent briefly driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h).
Page 232: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident The yellow ABS warning ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. lamp is lit while the ® BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, ESP (Electronic Stability engine is running.
Page 233: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident The yellow ABS warning ® ® EBD is faulty. Therefore, ABS, BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP , PRE-SAFE lamp is lit while the ® PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and hill start assist are engine is running.
Page 234: Sport Handling Mode
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions å Risk of accident ® The yellow ESP ® ® is deactivated. ESP will not stabilize the vehicle if it starts warning lamp is lit while to skid or if a wheel starts to spin.
Page 235: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷å Risk of accident ® The yellow ESP ® , BAS, the HOLD function and hill start assist are temporarily ® OFF warning unavailable. lamps are lit while the ®...
Page 236: Check Engine Warning Lamp
In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked. Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury.
Page 237: Coolant
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is defective. The red coolant warning lamp lights up The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a while the engine is risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high.
Page 238 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator warning lamp comes on may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be while the engine is malfunctioning.
Page 239: Distance Warning
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster WARNING Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned. Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which can occur just by opening the engine hood.
Page 240: Tire Pressure Monitor
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident USA only: The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at The yellow tire pressure least one of the tires. monitor warning lamp Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking (pressure loss/...
Page 241 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will be repeated every time the vehicle is started as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
Page 243 Useful information ......242 Stowage areas ........242 Features ..........245...
Page 244: Glove Box
Stowage areas Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 245: Eyeglasses Compartment
Stowage areas Eyeglasses compartment Stowage compartment in front of the armrest To open: press marking :. To open: slide cover : back. Stowage compartment in the center console Stowage compartment under the armrest Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a 12 V socket, a USB socket, and an AUX IN connection or Media Interface are installed in the stowage compartment.
Page 246: Parcel Net
Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the doors Storage bags are located in the rear compartment on the driver's and front- passenger seat backrests. Parcel nets WARNING Parcel nets are intended for storing light- weight items only, such as road maps, mail, etc.
Page 247: Cup Holder
Mercedes-Benz must not be used thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects as they could damage the vehicle and the thrown around in the vehicle interior may retractable hardtop (vario-roof).
Page 248: Sun Visor
Features To open: slide cover ; back. Sun visors To remove the insert: slide catch : Overview of sun visors inwards on both sides in the direction of the arrow. WARNING Remove the cup holder insert upwards. Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. To re-install the insert: place the insert in Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors the stowage space.
Page 249: Cigarette Lighter
Features Ashtray If children open a door, they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure Ashtray in the front-compartment themselves or be injured by following traffic. center console Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight.
Page 250: Under The Armrest
Lift up the cover of socket :. assistance services: On vehicles without ashtrays or lighters, there USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer is an additional socket in the center console. Assistance Center under 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-888-990-9007...
Page 251: Emergency Call
Use the volume controller of the audio Have the system checked at the nearest system/COMAND. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines: You can find further information and a description of all available features under USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance "Owners Online"...
Page 252 Center. Shortly after the emergency call has been initiated, a voice connection is automatically After the emergency call is ended, close established between the Mercedes-Benz cover :. Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle WARNING occupants. If the vehicle occupants respond,...
Page 253: Mb Info Call Button
Press and hold Roadside Assistance Benz Customer Assistance Center was button : for more than two seconds. established. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz This may be because the corresponding Customer Assistance Center. The indicator mobile phone network is not available.
Page 254 Press and hold MB Info call button : for This may be because the corresponding mobile phone network is not available. more than two seconds. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Call Failed message appears in the Customer Assistance Center. The indicator multifunction display.
Page 255: Search & Send
Return to your vehicle at the time agreed transfer is possible. upon with the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center. Route Assistance Pull on the trunk lid handle for at least...
Page 256: Notes
30 seconds, mbrace longer in the vicinity of the vehicle, it can be automatically informs the Mercedes-Benz locked for you by the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center. Customer Assistance Center. The vehicle can be locked remotely up to four Garage door opener days after the ignition was last switched off.
Page 257: Operation
Features Programming the integrated garage before April 1, 1982). A garage door that door opener on the rear-view mirror cannot detect an object - signaling the door to stop and reverse - does not meet current Programming U.S. federal safety standards. WARNING When programming a garage door opener, Only press the button on the integrated...
Page 258 Features Point remote control A at a distance of operating instructions, e.g. under "Programming of additional remote 2 to 8 inches (5 to 20 cm) at buttons ; controls"). to ? on the rear-view mirror. Usually, you now have 30seconds to The required distance between remote initiate the next step.
Page 259: Clearing The Memory
Features Problems when programming Please also read the operating instructions for the garage door system. If you are experiencing problems programming the integrated garage door Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the opener on the rear-view mirror, take note of ignition lock.
Page 260 Features Do not place several floormats on top of each other as this may impair pedal movement. Slide the seat backwards. To install: place the floormat in the footwell. Press studs : onto retainers ;. To remove: pull the floormat off retainers ;.
Page 261 Useful information ......260 Engine compartment ......260 Maintenance ........264 Care ............ 265...
Page 262: Useful Information
Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine is equipped with a transistorized This Operator's Manual describes all ignition system. Because of the high voltage, models and all standard and optional it is dangerous to touch any components equipment of your vehicle available at the (ignition coils, spark plug sockets, diagnostic time of publication of the Operator's socket) of the ignition system:...
Page 263: Checking The Oil Level
Engine compartment the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds. AMG vehicles: before operation on race tracks, check the oil level and ( page 261) add oil if necessary ( page 262). Race track operation is only permitted with a maximum engine oil level.
Page 264 1.1 US qt (0.5 to 1.0 l) of engine oil. Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Replace cap : on the filler neck and turn Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service clockwise. center. Ensure that the cap locks into place Damage to the engine or exhaust system is securely.
Page 265: Brake Fluid Level
If necessary, add coolant that has been pressure. If opened immediately, scalding tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. hot fluid and steam will be blown out under pressure. Replace cap ; and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
Page 266: Maintenance
PLUS submenu and press a to confirm. You can obtain further information from an The service due date appears in the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at multifunction display. http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). The service interval display informs you of the Please bear the following in mind next service due date.
Page 267: Care
You could otherwise scratch or corrected at a Mercedes-Benz Center. damage the surfaces and protective film. Have service work carried out as described in the Maintenance Booklet. This may...
Page 268: Power Washer
Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car Damaged seals or electrical components shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. can lead to leaks or failures. Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a ! Do not use high-pressure cleaners if the gentle jet of water.
Page 269: Matte Finish
If the dirt has penetrated the paint surface or approved Mercedes-Benz care products. if the paintwork has become dull, then the paintwork should be cleaned. For cleaning,...
Page 270: Exterior Lights
Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior the windows. lighting using a wet sponge and a mild ! Clean the water drainage channels of the cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo. Or clean the exterior lighting windshield and the rear window at regular with cleaning cloths.
Page 271: Display
! Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent Clean the exhaust tail pipes with a chrome or sunscreen to come into contact with the care product tested and approved by plastic trim. This maintains the high-quality Mercedes-Benz. look of the surfaces.
Page 272: Gear Or Selector Lever
Wait until the surface is dry again. and cracked. Only use leather care agents that have been tested and Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can selector lever obtain these from a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 273: Carpets
Care Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: use a soft brush or a cleaning agent recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz to remove heavy soiling. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 275 Useful information ......274 Where will I find...? ......274 Flat tire ..........275 Battery ..........282 Jump-starting ........285 Towing and tow-starting ....287 Fuses ..........289...
Page 276: Useful Information
Where will I find...? Lift the trunk floor up. Useful information Remove the collapsible spare wheel page 274). This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional AMG vehicles: loosen the central screw of equipment of your vehicle available at the the bracket counter-clockwise and remove time of publication of the Operator's it together with the bracket.
Page 277: Flat Tire
Take the following steps to stow a used level ground, as far away as possible from collapsible spare wheel. Otherwise, the traffic. collapsible spare wheel will not fit in the trunk Switch on the hazard warning lamps. in the intended manner. Mercedes-Benz...
Page 278: Wheel Chock
Make sure that no one is near the danger Mercedes-Benz Center. area while a wheel is being changed. Prepare the vehicle as described Anyone who is not directly assisting in the page 275).
Page 279: Raising The Vehicle
Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 280 Flat tire The maximum clearance between the underside of the tire and the ground must be 1.2 in (3 cm). never place your hands and feet under the raised vehicle. never lie under the raised vehicle. never start the engine when the vehicle is raised.
Page 281: Mounting A New Wheel
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Be sure to use the original-length wheel bolts when refitting the original wheel after it has been repaired.
Page 282 Flat tire Inflating the collapsible spare wheel Inflate the tire to the specified tire pressure. ! Inflate the collapsible spare wheel using The specified tire pressure is printed on the the tire inflation compressor before yellow label of the emergency spare wheel. lowering the vehicle.
Page 283: Lowering
Flat tire Lowering the vehicle change tool kit in the stowage well under the trunk floor. WARNING Vehicles with AMG equipment: insert the Tire pressure that is too high or too low can cover into the outer sill. lead to a blowout of the mounted emergency spare wheel/spare wheel, particularly when Place the damaged wheel in the protective driving with a heavy load and increasing...
Page 284: Battery
Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph Only replace a battery with a battery that has (80 km/h). been recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Consult a qualified specialist workshop if you WARNING wish to leave your vehicle parked for a long When driving in emergency mode, the driving period of time.
Page 285: Operation
For this reason, you vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved also should not pull or push the battery over by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may carpets or other synthetic materials. escape during charging and cause explosions Never touch the battery first.
Page 286 Battery A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. It permits the charging of the battery in its installed position. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information and availability.
Page 287: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting WARNING Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting. You might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
Page 288 Jump-starting Switch off all electrical consumers (e.g. radio, blower, etc.). Open the hood ( page 260). Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Slide cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ;...
Page 289: Installing The Towing Eye
Towing and tow-starting ! Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Towing and tow-starting This could damage the vehicle. Important safety notes ! On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, use the WARNING SmartKey instead of the Start/Stop button. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in If you tow the vehicle, you must use a rigid the ignition lock and shift the automatic towing bar if:...
Page 290: Removing The Towing Eye
Towing and tow-starting Switch on the hazard warning lamps page 108). Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. When leaving the vehicle, take the SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO key with you. Towing a vehicle with both axles on the ground When having your vehicle towed, observe the...
Page 291: Transporting The Vehicle
( page 287). Only use fuses that have been approved for ! Vehicles with automatic transmission Mercedes-Benz vehicles and that have the must not be started by tow-starting. This correct fuse rating for the systems could otherwise damage the transmission.
Page 292: Fuses Allocation Chart
Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the correct fuse rating for the system concerned. Otherwise, components or systems could be damaged.
Page 293 Fuses To open: release cover : on the right and left-hand sides with a flat object. Open cover : downwards in the direction of the arrow.
Page 295: Wheels And Tires
Useful information ......294 Important safety notes ....294 Operation ........... 294 Winter operation ....... 296 Tire pressure ........297 Loading the vehicle ......304 Maximum load rating ....... 307 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards .......... 307 Tire labeling ........309 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..........
Page 296: Useful Information
Accessories that are not approved for your or other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being over curbs, speed humps or similar used correctly can impair the operating elevations, try to do so slowly and at an safety.
Page 297: Wet Road Surface
(such as tire pressure monitoring systems) other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Bar marking : for tread wear is integrated Regularly check the pressure of all the tires including the emergency spare wheel or the into the tire tread.
Page 298: Winter Operation
M+S tires with a tire tread depth of less than ã in (4 mm) are not suitable for use in winter wheels specifically tested by Mercedes-Benz. and do not provide sufficient traction. There Notes on driving with MOExtended tires in the is a risk of an accident.
Page 299: Tire Pressure
This way you can that have been specially approved for your allow the wheels to spin in a controlled vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a manner, achieving an increased driving force (cutting action). corresponding standard of quality.
Page 300 Tire pressure various operating conditions, i.e. differing Follow recommended tire inflation pressures load and speed conditions. and check the pressure of all the tires including the spare wheel: Specifications shown in the examples of monthly, at least tire pressure tables are for illustration purposes only.
Page 301: Notes
The tire pressures for increased loads Only screw the standard valve cap or other and/or higher road speeds, shown in the valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for tire pressure table, may have a negative your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 302: Maximum
Tire pressure Overinflation changes by 18 ‡ (10 †), the tire pressure changes by approximately 10 kPa (0.1 bar/ WARNING 1.5 psi). Take this into account when Tires with excessively high pressure can burst checking the pressure of warm tires and only because they are damaged more easily by correct the tire pressure if it is too low for the road debris, potholes etc.
Page 303 Tire pressure monitor. If there is a substantial loss of Checking the tire pressures pressure, the warning threshold for the Important safety notes warning message is aligned to the reference values taught-in. Restart the tire pressure Observe the "Tire pressure information" monitor after adjusting the pressure of the section ( page 297).
Page 304 Tire pressure on the driver's door B-pillar or the tire replacing one or more tires or wheels on your pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler vehicle to ensure that the replacement or flap. If your vehicle has tires of a different size alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading continue to function properly.
Page 305: Restarting
Tire pressure Checking tire pressure electronically If the Correct tire pressure message appears in the multifunction display: Make sure that the SmartKey is in Check the tire pressure on all four wheels position 2( page 131) in the ignition lock. and correct it if necessary.
Page 306: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the vehicle displayed after driving a few corresponding pressures for tires minutes message. installed at the factory. Press the : button. (2) The vehicle identification plate is on the B-pillar on the driver's side. The vehicle Use Current Pressures as New identification plate informs you of the Reference Values message appears in...
Page 307 Loading the vehicle Determining the correct load limit Step-by-step instructions The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966". Step 1: Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs."...
Page 308 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit 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 305).
Page 309: Maximum Load Rating
Standards approximately 10% of the gross weight of the trailer and its load. Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their luggage. Mercedes-Benz does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Maximum load rating Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit.
Page 310: Temperature
For example: the freezing point. Tread wear Traction Temperature Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) for all four winter tires ( page 296) to maintain normal driving characteristics in winter. Winter tires can...
Page 311: Tire Labeling
Tire labeling represent higher levels of performance on the Tire size designation, load-bearing laboratory test wheel than the minimum capacity and speed rating required by law. Tire labeling Tire labeling overview The following markings are on the tire in addition to the tire name (sales designation) and the manufacturer's name: Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in %...
Page 312 Tire labeling ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by adapt your driving style to the traffic the tire height. conditions. Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. Summer tires "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents Index Speed rating diagonal tires;...
Page 313: Load Index
Tire labeling brackets. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99 Y). Load index The speed rating "(Y)" indicates that the maximum speed of the tire is over 186mph (300km/h). Ask the tire manufacturer about the maximum speed. All-weather tires and winter tires Index Speed rating up to 100mph (160 km/h)
Page 314: Characteristics
Definition of terms for tires and loading Tire characteristics The TIN is a unique identification number. The TIN enables the tire manufacturers to inform Tire data is vehicle-specific and may purchasers of recalls and other safety- deviate from the data in the example. relevant matters.
Page 315 Definition of terms for tires and loading Normal occupant weight GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) The number of occupants the vehicle is The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms load. The actual load on an axle must never (150 lb).
Page 316 Definition of terms for tires and loading Kilopascal (kPa) Aspect ratio Metric unit for tire pressure. 6.9 kPa Relationship between tire height and tire corresponds to 1 psi. Another unit for tire width in percent. pressure is bar. There are 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar.
Page 317: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel optional extras, such as high-performance Changing a wheel brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high- Flat tire performance battery, are not included in the curb weight and the weight of the The "Breakdown assistance" section accessories.
Page 318: Wheel And Tire Combinations
ESP , and are marked as follows: electronic components. MO = Mercedes-Benz Original Only have tires changed at a qualified MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended specialist workshop. (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only certain AMG tires)
Page 319 Wheel and tire combinations manufacturer in the vehicle document wallet. Notes on the vehicle equipment – always equip the vehicle with: tires of the same size on a given axle (left/right) the same type of tires at a given time (summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended tires) On the following pages, you can find...
Page 320 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Summer tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 225/45 R17 91 W 7.5 J x 17 H2 — Wheel offset: 1.65 in (42 mm) 8.5 J x 17 H2 245/40 R17 91 W Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm) 7.5 J x 17 H2 —...
Page 321 Wheel and tire combinations Collapsible spare wheel Tires Steel wheel V1 V2 V3 145/70 - 17 92P 4.5 B x 17 H2 — Tire pressure: 350 kPa (3.5 bar/51 psi) Wheel offset: 0.47 in (12 mm) 175/55 - 18 95P 6.0 B x 18 H2 —...
Page 323: Technical Data
Useful information ......322 Notes on technical data ....322 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..322 Warranty ..........323 Identification plates ......323 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 324 Vehicle data ........329...
Page 324: Useful Information
Notes on technical data door pillars The data stated here specifically refers to door sills a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult seats a Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all dashboard vehicle variants and trim levels. instrument cluster center console Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Do not install accessories such as audio systems in these areas.
Page 325: Paint Code Number
Rhode Island and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws) Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties. You can obtain information about this from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Should you lose your Service and...
Page 326: Service Products And Filling Capaci- Ties
Mercedes- Benz. Information about tested and approved products can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. You can recognize service products approved by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscription on the containers:...
Page 327: Grade (Gasoline)
Service products and filling capacities If there is no premium-grade unleaded Fuel gasoline available and regular unleaded Important safety notes gasoline must be used, please observe the following precautions: WARNING only fill the fuel tank to half full with Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. regular unleaded gasoline and fill the rest It burns violently and can cause serious with premium-grade unleaded gasoline...
Page 328: Additives
(in certain regions). In this case, SLK 250 229.5 Mercedes-Benz recommends additives approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles; SLK 350 see http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. SLK 55 AMG For a list of approved products, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 329: Viscosity
It is Further information on coolants can be therefore strongly recommended that you found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications carry out regular oil changes using an for Service Products, MB Specifications for approved engine oil with the appropriate SAE Service Products 310.1, e.g.
Page 330: Washer Fluid
If the vehicle has lost coolant, add equal could damage the plastic lenses of the amounts of water and antifreeze/corrosion headlamps. inhibitor. Mercedes-Benz recommends an ! Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor concentrate in the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the accordance with MB Specifications for level sensor may be damaged.
Page 331: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data At temperatures below freezing: All models (except AMG vehicles) Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture Turning radius 34.5 ft (10.52 m) of water and windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB WinterFit. Adapt the mixing ratio to the Maximum trunk 220 lb (100 kg) outside temperature.

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Mercedes-Benz SLK350 Operator's Manual

Index 5

Product Information

Qualified Specialist Workshop

Customer Relations Department

Warning and Indicator Lamps

Overhead Control Panel

Side Impact Air Bag

Knee Bag

Head Bag

PASSENGER AIR BAG off Indicator Lamp

Releasing

Panic Alarm

ETS (Electronic Traction System)

Table of Contents

Unlocking

Vehicle

Roof Switch

Magic Sky Control

Table of Contents

Tion

Rear Lamps See Lights Rear-View Mirror Anti-Glare (Manual)

Table of Contents

Standing Lamps

Instrument Cluster Lighting

Front Fog Lamps

Turn Signals

Combination Switch

Low-Beam Headlamps

Parking Lamps (Changing Bulbs)

Climate Control

Tems

Setting the Airflow

Setting the Air Distribution

Rear Window Defroster Problem (Malfunction)

Table of Contents

Hill Start Assist

Pulling Away Automatic Transmission

ECO Start/Stop Function

Kickdown

Program Selector Button

Steering Wheel Paddle Shifters

Parking

Switching off

Pedals

Fuel

Exhaust Check

Hydroplaning

HOLD Function

Multifunction Display

Table of Contents

Tachometer

Operating System See On-Board Computer Outside Temperature Display

Odometer

PRE-SAFE ® Brake Activating/Deactivating

Radar Sensor System Activating/Deactivating

RACETIMER (On-Board Computer)

Message Memory

Anti-Lock Braking System

Safety Systems

Lights

Rear Fog Lamp Display Message

Parking Guidance Display Message

Vehicle

Smartkey

Warningandindicator Lampsinthe

Stowage Areas

Parcel Net

Roof Carrier

Cup Holder

Sun Visor

Vanity Mirror (in the Sun Visor)

Cigarette Lighter

Quick Links

Chapters

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