Page 1: Nur Fuer Internen Gebrauch
Operating Instructions Vito Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 2 Symbols Warning Environmental note Possible vehicle damage Action required Continuation symbol ( e page) Page reference Display On-board computer display The illustrations in these Operating In- structions apply to a left-hand-drive ve- hicle. In particular, the layout of switches, levers, stowage compartments, etc., dif- fers accordingly on right-hand-drive ve- hicles.
Page 3 Thank you for choosing Mercedes- If you have any further questions, your Benz. nearest Mercedes-Benz Service Centre will be pleased to assist you. Please familiarise yourself with your ve- hicle, its operation and the driving, control The Operating Instructions, Brief Instruc- and convenience functions.
Page 4 Communications ....208 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts..347 General safety notes ....55 Vehicle electronics .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Keywords Setting (heating) ....149 Air-recirculation mode Air filter Air-conditioning system ..155 Display message ....295 Automatic climate control .
Page 6 Keywords Residual heat ....163 Display message ....288 Brake lamp Special settings ....164 Note on care .
Page 7 Keywords Notes ..... . 325 Cockpit Diesel Rear lamps ....326- 327 Overview .
Page 8 Keywords Standard display ..108, 124 e mark ......348 Display message ....293 Vehicles without steering wheel electronics .
Page 9 Keywords Delayed switch-off (vehicles High-pressure cleaners ..245 with steering wheel but- Garage door opener ... . . 207 tons) ....114, 133 Clearing the memory .
Page 10 Keywords SRS ......275 Lights Washer fluid ....280 Combination switch .
Page 11 Keywords Mirrors Overview Exterior mirrors ....98 Menus (Vehicles with steering Main fuse box ....329 Rear-view mirror .
Page 12 Keywords Power windows ....74 Rear door ..... . . 72 Display message .
Page 13 Keywords Seat belt ..... . . 37 Resetting all (vehicles with SRS (Supplemental Restraint Adjusting the height ... . 38 steering wheel buttons) .
Page 14 Keywords Submenu Telephone ..... 209 Tow-away protection ... . . 80 Convenience .
Page 15 Keywords Securing a load ....219 Setting the unit (vehicles with Registration ....16 Transportation aids .
Page 16 Keywords Window Washer fluid ....145 Washing system ..145, 253 Windows Cleaning ....244 Cleaning the windscreen .
Page 17: Protection Of The Environment
Mercedes-Benz will take back your Environmental note A regularly serviced vehicle will contrib- Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an envi- ute to environmental protection. You DaimlerChrysler's declared policy is one of ronmentally-responsible manner, in ac- should therefore adhere to the service integrated environmental protection.
Page 18: Operating Safety And Vehicle Approval
Mal- validation of the vehicle’s general operat- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, it is possi- functions in the electronics could consider- ing permit and its insurance cover as well...
Page 19: Correct Use
Mercedes-Benz recommends genuine mounting directives from: Mercedes-Benz parts and conversion parts and accessories that have been approved Telephone: by Mercedes-Benz expressly for the type +49 (0)711 17 58 438 of vehicle concerned. Fax: These parts have been specially tested to...
Page 20 Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 21 At a glance Cockpit ..... . 20 Instrument cluster versions ..22 Steering wheel with buttons ..29 Centre console.
Page 22: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 23 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page Function Page Combination switch Warning display for Park- Adjusts the steering wheel tronic system • Turn signal Cleans the headlamps Rain/light sensor • Windscreen wipers Releases the parking Overhead control panel brake •...
Page 24: Instrument Cluster Versions
At a glance Instrument cluster versions Instrument cluster versions Version A Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 25: Door Open
At a glance Instrument cluster versions Function Page Function Page Function Page 5 Button k ASR or AAS malfunction Indicator and warning lamps BAS malfunction Indicator and warning , Button lamps v ESP ® warning lamp 184, • Instrument lighting .
Page 26 At a glance Instrument cluster versions Function Page È Air filter dirty J Washer fluid level too low 280, Vehicles with steering wheel buttons: Corresponding messages may also be shown in display 6 ( page 284). Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 27 At a glance Instrument cluster versions Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 28 At a glance Instrument cluster versions Version B Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 29: Door Open
At a glance Instrument cluster versions Function Page Function Page Function Page 1 Restraint systems mal- Instrument cluster in ve- Display on vehicles with hicles without steering steering wheel buttons function wheel buttons 6 Brake fluid level too low Rev counter with Instrument cluster in ve- Indicator and warning EBV malfunction...
Page 30 At a glance Instrument cluster versions Function Page Function Page Function Page # ESP # Battery charge malfunc- 7 Parking brake applied ® malfunction tion ; Air filter dirty B Dipped-beam headlamps R Fan for electronics box de- A Reserve fuel fective A Main-beam headlamps on / Water in the fuel...
Page 31: Steering Wheel With Buttons
At a glance Steering wheel with buttons Steering wheel with buttons Function Page Function Page Display Jumping from one menu to another Controls on-board com- è Forwards puter ÿ Back Selecting a submenu or adjusting the volume Jumping from one subme- æ...
Page 32: Centre Console
At a glance Centre console Centre console Function Page Stowage compartment • Heating control panel • Air-conditioning control panel • Automatic climate con- trol panel COMAND, Audio system or tachograph, see the separate Operating In- structions Stowage compartment Ashtray with cup holder 200, Cigarette lighter Centre console switch unit...
Page 33: Switch Units
At a glance Switch units Switch units Function Page Function Page Electric sliding door, left- Switches the right-hand Centre console hand side seat heater on/off Switches the rear window Rear interior lighting heater on/off PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF Activates/deactivates warning lamp Switches the rear window Switches the hazard warn- wiper on/off...
Page 34 At a glance Switch units Roof Function Page Function Page Hands-free microphone Spectacles compartment for telephone Not available with the anti- X Switches the right- theft alarm system (ATA) hand reading lamp on/off W Interior lighting, per- T Sliding/tilting sun- manently on roof U Front/rear sliding...
Page 35: Driver's Door
At a glance Switch units Driver’s door Function Page Door control panel • Adjusts the exterior mir- rors • Opens/closes the slid- ing sunroof • Opens/closes the hinged window • Override switches for hinged window in the rear compartment and for the sliding/tilting sunroof Opens the door Adjusts the driver's seat...
Page 36 Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 37 Safety Occupant safety ....36 General safety notes... 55 Tyres and wheels ... . . 56 Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 38: Occupant Safety
Safety Occupant safety occupant movement in the event of an the seat belt helps to keep the vehicle oc- Occupant safety cupant in the best position in relation to the accident airbag Additional protection is provided by: Restraint systems for example, in a head-on collision, the seat The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- This section will familiarise you with the belt can more adequately prevent the occu-...
Page 39: Seat Belt
Safety Occupant safety certain circumstances this could even cause Only one person should use each seat belt Seat belts severe or fatal injuries. Make sure that all at any one time. vehicle occupants ‑ in particular, pregnant Risk of injury On no account should children travel sitting women ‑...
Page 40: Wearing Seat Belts
You could otherwise lose control of the ve- checked. hicle as a result of seat adjusting move- Mercedes-Benz recommends that, for safety ments and thereby endanger yourself and reasons, you only use seat belts which have others.
Page 41: Control Unit
5 Release button necessary specialist knowledge and tools to Airbags To raise: slide belt sash guide 1 up- carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz wards. recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz 1 warning lamp Service Centre for this purpose. In particu-...
Page 42: Belt Force Limiters
Safety Occupant safety the belt tensioners are the first to be trig- must take place during the impact and must be The vehicle may be considerably deformed adapted to provide calculated, additional pro- gered by the airbag control unit. without an airbag being deployed if, for ex- tection for the vehicle occupants.
Page 43: System
Mercedes-Benz recommends be more than 25 cm. The driver’s arms front airbag, which takes over a part of the that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service should be slightly bent when holding the restraining forces, thus spreading the Centre for this purpose. In particular, work steering wheel.
Page 44 (individual seats only) Benz recommends that you use a hooks. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this Windowbags in the side roof frame be- Due to the high speed at which airbags have purpose. In particular, work relevant to...
Page 45: Driver's
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- to do so mends that you use seat covers that have been tested for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and open a window to allow fresh air to en- which have a special recess for thorax/side- impact airbags. A thorax/side-impact airbag...
Page 46: Windowbags
Safety Occupant safety neck or arms) of the vehicle occupants on independently of the front airbags and the thorax/side-impact airbag’s de- the side of the vehicle on which the impact ployment range independently of the belt tensioner occurs. no accessories, e.g. drinks can holders, Vehicles with automatic child seat recogni- are attached to the doors The thorax/side-impact airbags are inte-...
Page 47: In The Vehicle
You can obtain child seats and information on the side on which the impact occurs about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. regardless of whether the co-driver's seat is occupied Risk of injury...
Page 48: Seats
Child restraint systems Only use child restraint systems which have terior and be seriously or fatally injured. been recommended for Mercedes-Benz on Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only the rear seats. use child restraint systems suitable for the...
Page 49 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- pose. All work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 50 Safety Occupant safety Suitable vehicle seats Weight and age categories Child restraint system on the Child restraint system on Child restraint system on the co-driver's seat the individual seat (rear) rear bench seat Category 0: up to 10 kg As recommended Universal Universal up to approximately 9 months...
Page 51 Safety Occupant safety “Universal” category child restraint sys- tems can be recognised by their orange approval label. The label is affixed to the child seat and identifies the type of child seat. Example of an approval label on the child restraint system Recommended child restraint systems Weight and age categories...
Page 52 Safety Occupant safety Weight and age categories Manufacturer Model Type approval number DaimlerChrysler order number Category I: 9 to 18 kg Britax Römer DUO PLUS E1 03 301133 B6 6 86 8217 between approximately 8 B6 6 86 8218 months and 4 years Category II/III: 15 to 36 kg Britax Römer E1 03 301148...
Page 53 Mercedes-Benz child seat the event of an accident, and could even with automatic child seat recognition is fit- The sticker is affixed to the side of the lead to injuries.
Page 54: Seat Securing System Isofix
Benz recommends that you use a ing more than 22 kg. For this reason, do not of the automatic child seat recognition sys- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this secure children weighing more than 22 kg tem. This can lead to a system malfunction purpose.
Page 55 Mercedes-Benz recommends detent position. dent or sudden braking and may be serious- that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service To remove the child seat: see the ly or fatally injured. Follow the manufactur- Centre for this purpose. In particular, work child-seat manufacturer's instructions.
Page 56 Safety Occupant safety Child-proof locks Child-proof locks on sliding doors Child-proof locks on the tailgate/rear door The rotary mechanism for the child-proof If children are travelling in the vehicle, you locks is located towards the rear edge of The latch for the child-proof lock is located can activate the child-proof locks for the the sliding doors.
Page 57: General Safety Notes
Safety General safety notes To deactivate: slide latch 1 to the The switch is located in the door control General safety notes left/upwards. panel on the driver's door. Stickers Child-proof locks for rear electric hinged windows and the sliding sun- There are various warning stickers affixed roof in the rear to your vehicle.
Page 58: Tyres And Wheels
ABS or ESP List of recommended makes of tyre If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can- You could cause an accident and injure not accept any responsibility for damage Tyre load-bearing capacity (LI Load In- yourself and others.
Page 59: Tread
Safety Tyres and wheels Valve caps on the tyre valves protect warm tyres. The pressure would then be too Run in new tyres at moderate speeds for the valve core from moisture and dirt. the first 100 km. low once the tyres have cooled. You must therefore always screw the The tyre pressure must be adjusted to the valve caps tightly onto the tyre valves.
Page 60: Condition
Safety Tyres and wheels you to lose control of the vehicle, causing Damage to the tyre substructure cannot be Risk of accident an accident and injuring yourself or others. detected until later and can cause the tyre You should always make sure that there is Have damaged tyres replaced immediately.
Page 61: Direction Of Rotation, Tyres
ABS or ESP Tyres with a specified direction of rotation Fitting tools must not be used in the area of If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can- offer additional benefits, e.g. with regard the valve. Otherwise, the electronic compo- not accept any responsibility for damage to aquaplaning.
Page 62: Storage
Safety Tyres and wheels the direction of wheel rotation page 59). Interchange the wheels before too definite a wear pattern has formed on the tyres. The front tyres typically wear more on the outer shoulder, and the rear tyres in the centre of the tread.
Page 63 Controls Opening and closing ... 62 On-board computer with steer- Anti-theft systems... . . 79 ing wheel buttons - version B . .120 Seats.
Page 64: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing 5 Emergency key element Opening and closing get out of the vehicle and thereby injure 6 k Release button themselves in the process or they could be injured by passing traffic Vehicle key Change the batteries immediately if battery be severely or even fatally harmed by check lamp 1 ( page 336) does not light up...
Page 65: Central Locking
Controls Opening and closing within 40 seconds, the vehicle locks again au- To unlock the driver's and co-driv- Unlocking the sliding doors and the tomatically. er's doors (panel van): press the tailgate/rear door k button once. To lock centrally: press the j lock- When the vehicle is locked, pressing the ing button.
Page 66 Controls Opening and closing The switch is located on the centre con- To unlock the entire vehicle: press thereby cause injury to other persons upper section 1 of the switch. sole. get out of the vehicle and thereby injure themselves in the process or they could The indicator lamp in the switch goes be injured by passing traffic out.
Page 67: Automatic
Controls Opening and closing Press lower section 2 of the switch. Close all the doors. If the vehicle is centrally locked, this could hinder assistance from the outside in the event The 9 "door open" indicator lamp The rear doors lock. of an accident.
Page 68: Convenience Closing Feature
Controls Opening and closing Press and hold upper section 1 of the Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- and the sliding sunroofs have reached switch for approximately 5 seconds. tion lock. the desired position. Press and hold lower section 2 of the The indicator lamp in the switch will To cancel the procedure, release the k button.
Page 69: Driver's Door And Co-Driver's Door
Controls Opening and closing Lock the vehicle and keep the j Pull door handle 2. 2 Ignition switched on/ power supply for button pressed until the side windows all consumers. Preglow and drive posi- Locking knob 1 pops up. and the sliding sunroofs are fully tion.
Page 70: Electric Sliding Door
Controls Opening and closing To close: pull door handle 1 to disen- To close: press knob 1 to disengage the rear door is not opened to an angle of 270° gage the sliding door. the sliding door. the rear door is not clipped into the door re- Slide the sliding door firmly forwards Slide the sliding door firmly forwards tainer...
Page 71 Controls Opening and closing After serious malfunctions or if the battery To close: briefly press the upper sec- has been disconnected, close the sliding door tion of switch 1 on the centre console fully once. or the switch in doorway 3. The indicator lamp in the switch Opening/closing using the switch flashes.
Page 72 Controls Opening and closing To open: press button 1 for longer To close: press and hold the upper Make sure that the doors are closed. section of switch 1 on the centre con- than 0.5 seconds. Switch on the ignition. sole or the switch in doorway 3.
Page 73: From The Inside
Controls Opening and closing If the anti-entrapment feature is activated: could be poisoned by exhaust fumes enter- ing the vehicle. you will hear three warning tones from the instrument cluster Opening/closing the tailgate from the the indicator lamp in the switch on the outside centre console lights up you will also hear three warning tones...
Page 74: Rear Door
Controls Opening and closing too late that it is an obstruction. This could gate from the inside, even if it is locked, en- dangering themselves and others. lead to an accident. You should ensure that the vehicle is visible Risk of injury from the rear in accordance with the rele- vant national regulations, using the warning Make sure that nobody can become trapped...
Page 75 Controls Opening and closing Opening the left-hand rear door Before you open the rear door, make sure Release the retainer and open the rear that the sliding door is closed. door to an angle of 180° or 270°. The rear door could otherwise collide with the opened sliding door and the doors could be damaged.
Page 76: Opening/Closing The Windows
Controls Opening and closing Closing the rear doors from the 180° Risk of injury position Make sure that nobody can become trapped Push the rear door closed. as you close the rear door. Retainer 1 ( page 73) automatically To close the rear door: make sure disengages.
Page 77: Resetting
Controls Opening and closing To open: press the two catches 1 to- The switches for all side windows are lo- Pull the two power-window switches cated on the door control panel. until the side windows are closed. gether and move the sliding window to the desired position.
Page 78 Controls Opening and closing Manually-operated hinged windows Electric hinged windows The switches for the hinged windows are located on the upper section of the door The switches for the hinged windows are trims in the rear. located on the door control panel. 1 Latch 2 Rear Switches in the rear (left-hand side of the...
Page 79: Sliding/Tilting Sunroof
Controls Opening and closing Press switch 5 to switch between op- Sliding/tilting sunroof erating the front sliding/tilting sunroof Risk of injury and the rear sliding sunroof. Press the sliding/tilting sunroof switch Make sure that nobody can become trapped in the desired direction as far as the as you close the sliding/tilting sunroof.
Page 80 Controls Opening and closing the sunroof has been closed manually The switch for the sliding sunroof is lo- To stop the sunroof, press the sliding sunroof switch again in any direction. using the T-shaped emergency key cated on the roof cross member in the page 339) rear compartment.
Page 81: Anti-Theft Systems
( page 64) goes out. Have the immobiliser checked at a qualified The vehicle automatically locks again if you specialist workshop or a Mercedes-Benz do not open a door or the tailgate/rear door Service Centre. within 40 seconds.
Page 82: Interior Motion Sensor
Controls Anti-theft systems The button is located on the overhead con- Tow-away protection Interior motion sensor trol panel. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if If the anti-theft alarm system is primed the inclination of the vehicle changes and the vehicle is locked, a visual and when tow-away protection is primed.
Page 83: Co-Driver's Seat
Controls Seats To deactivate the interior motion sen- Lock the vehicle with the key. Seats The interior motion sensor remains deacti- vated until you lock the vehicle again. Driver’s and co-driver’s seats Deactivate the interior motion sensor if people or animals remain in the locked ve- You can adjust the seats either electrically hicle.
Page 84 Controls Seats Adjusting the seat manually Slide the seat forwards or backwards. Position the backrest in an almost verti- cal position so that you are sitting virtu- Release lever 2. ally upright. The levers for: Make sure that you hear the seat en- Avoid seat positions that prevent the Seat height adjustment gage audibly.
Page 85: Memory Function
Controls Seats Turn adjustment wheel 3 towards the Memory function rear. Risk of accident The front of the seat cushion tilts up. Only use the memory function on the driv- Adjusting the seat electrically er’s side while the vehicle is stationary. Oth- erwise you might be distracted when the The switches for adjusting the seat electri- seat starts to move on its own.
Page 86: Lumbar Support
Controls Seats Turn the key to position 2. Keep your back in contact with the backrest while you are adjusting the lumbar support. Only then can you find the most suitable set- Open the appropriate door. ting. You can adjust the seat for 30 seconds after unlocking the doors.
Page 87: Rear Bench Seat
Controls Seats Slide release catch 1 in the direction Turning the driver's and co-driver's The twin co-driver's seat does not provide the same level of comfort as the driver’s and seat of the arrow. co-driver's seats. Turn the seat by approximately 50° in Risk of accident The seat width and legroom are restricted.
Page 88 Controls Seats remove the rear bench seat by releas- Risk of injury ing the quick-locking mechanism When you fold the easy-entry section back, install the rear bench seat in the face- make sure that your own feet or those of to-face position other passengers are not in the area of the seat anchorages.
Page 89 Controls Seats To fold the easy-entry section for- be thrown about the vehicle interior and wards: pull easy-entry release lever 1 cause severe or fatal injuries to you and others. Fold the easy-entry section forward as To fit the easy-entry section: place far as it will go using release lever 1.
Page 90 Controls Seats Lift the easy-entry section up and out If you cannot fold the backrest back to the Seat anchorage of the anchorage. upright position, the easy-entry section of the rear bench seat is not correctly en- Risk of injury gaged.
Page 91 Controls Seats The rear seat bench must be securely en- gaged in the seat rails in the fore-and-aft di- rection, because improperly anchored seat- ing could move out of position when brak- ing. The seat belts would not be able to pro- vide adequate protection for yourself and others.
Page 92 Controls Seats Let go of release lever 2. Removing/fitting the rear bench seat The release lever returns to its original position. Make sure that the carriage for fore- and-aft adjustment engages audibly on both sides. It should not be possible to move the rear bench seat.
Page 93 Controls Seats rages in the floor free from dirt and foreign objects. Seats that are not correctly engaged could be thrown about the vehicle interior in the event of heavy braking or a sudden change of direction and cause severe or fatal inju- ries to yourself and other people.
Page 94 Controls Seats Hold the bench seat by handle 1 The seat is not correctly engaged if the indi- Risk of injury page 90) and lift it out of floor an- cator tab is not properly retracted into the chorages 5. seat leg.
Page 95 Controls Seats Adjusting the head restraints manually Head restraints Risk of injury Only drive with the head restraints fitted. You could otherwise suffer serious or fatal injuries in the area of the upper spinal col- umn. Adjust your head restraint so that its upper edge is at the same level as the top of your head.
Page 96 Controls Seats press release button 1 and slide the ing). Before driving, adjust the head restraints again as described above. head restraint down until it is resting on the backrest. Removing the head restraints (manual This position is not suitable when the seat head restraint adjustment) is occupied.
Page 97: Armrests
Controls Seats Fitting the head restraints (manual Armrests head restraint adjustment) Always make sure that the head restraint is installed in such a way that its front faces in the direction of travel. Insert the head restraints so that the notches in the support rods face in the direction of travel.
Page 98: Seat Heating
Controls Seats To switch off: press upper part of the to a lower heating level. In this case, one or Seat heating & switch again. both indicator lamps in the switch flash. The switches are located on the centre The seat heating will automatically switch back The indicator lamp in the switch goes console.
Page 99: Steering Wheel
Controls Mirrors The lever for adjusting the steering column Steering wheel Mirrors is located below the steering wheel. Before starting off, adjust the rear-view Risk of accident mirror and the exterior mirrors in such a Only adjust the steering wheel when the ve- way that you can get a good overview of hicle is stationary.
Page 100: Exterior Mirrors
Controls Mirrors The switch and the button for adjusting Press the switch for selecting the left- Exterior mirrors the exterior mirrors are located on the in- hand or right-hand exterior mirror to Risk of accident terior trim of the driver's door. the centre position.
Page 101: Instrument Cluster
5 5 Menu button work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service The display in the instrument cluster is ac- Centre for this purpose. In particular, all tivated when you:...
Page 102 > Check the engine oil level work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends page 254) that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, all The display in the instrument cluster is ac- work relevant to safety or on safety-related...
Page 103: Gauge
Controls Instrument cluster Do not rest your head or chest on the steer- Fuel gauge Trip meter ing wheel or dashboard when operating the The fuel gauge is located to the right of Instrument cluster version A adjustment buttons. the speedometer in vehicles that have a You will find page references for further in- version A instrument cluster ( page 22).
Page 104: On-Board Computer Without Steering Wheel Buttons - Version
Controls On-board computer without steering wheel buttons - version A Press menu button 5 for longer than The on-board computer shows the infor- On-board computer without steering mation in the display. 1 second. wheel buttons - version A You can control the display and the set- The information shown in the display tings in the on-board computer using the changes from the trip meter to the digi-...
Page 105 Controls On-board computer without steering wheel buttons - version A Press menu button 5 repeatedly until Digital speedometer Menus the hours figure flashes. The adjusting knobs ,, ., 5 or 0 can Speedtronic Press , or . to set the hours. be used to select the following functions: Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- Press reset button 4.
Page 106: On-Board Computer With Steering Wheel Buttons - Version A
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Steering wheel with buttons æ and ç On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A You can control the display and the set- Select submenus tings in the on-board computer with the Change values Structure and operation buttons on the steering wheel.
Page 107 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A You can think of the order of the menus and of the functions within a menu as a circle: Press the è or ÿ button repeat- edly to call up the menus in succes- sion.
Page 108 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Menu overview Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 109 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A This is what the display looks like when The illustration is an example of the menus The headings in the overview table help you find your way around. However, they are you scroll through the menus.
Page 110: Standard Display
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Operation menu Audio menu Press j or k to select the following You can use the functions in the Audio functions in the Operation menu: menu to control the audio equipment that you have just switched on.
Page 111: Cassette Player
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Press j or k to select the sta- Press the è or ÿ button repeat- Operating the cassette player tion you want to hear. edly until the Navigation menu appears Use the buttons on the steering wheel.
Page 112 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A tions are described in the "Practical ad- Submenus in the Settings menu your vehicle is safe to use. You could other- vice" section ( page 284). wise cause an accident by driving an unsafe Use the buttons on the steering wheel.
Page 113 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Submenus Functions in the submenu Instrument cluster Time ( page 111) Units for temperature ( page 112) Units for distance ( page 112) Language ( page 112) Status indicator display ( page 113) Lighting Constant headlamp mode (...
Page 114 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Press æ or ç to select the tem- perature units to be displayed: °C (de- grees Celsius) or °F (degrees Fahren- heit). Selecting the distance units The selected distance units are used for Press æ...
Page 115: Constant Headlamp Mode
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Press j to select the STATUS LINE For countries where constant headlamp DISPLAY function. mode is mandatory, Constant is the de- fault setting. The current setting is highlighted. Use the buttons on the steering wheel. Press the è...
Page 116 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Press j to select the Switching the locator lighting on or off LOCATOR You can reactivate this function by opening a door within 10 minutes. LIGHTING function. If you switch the locator lighting to , the The exterior lights are switched off after 60 following lamps light up when it is dark...
Page 117 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Press æ or ç to select the Press æ or ç to select the You can temporarily deactivate the switch- Vehi- Vehi- off delay: submenu. submenu. Press j to select the Press j to select the Before leaving the vehicle, turn the key AUDIO SEARCH...
Page 118 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Press the è or · button repeat- Telephone menu edly until the AFTER START AFTER RE- You can operate the mobile phone using message appears in the display. the functions in the menu, provided it Press the j or k button repeat- is connected to the Mercedes‑Benz hands-...
Page 119 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version A Press the è or · button repeat- Rejecting or ending a call edly until the menu appears in the Press the ì button. display. The caller then hears the engaged The information in the display depends tone.
Page 120: On-Board Computer Without Steering Wheel Buttons - Version
Controls On-board computer without steering wheel buttons - version B the message PROCESSING (audio sys- means that you do not have to search On-board computer without steering tem) or PLEASE WAIT (COMAND). through the entire phone book. wheel buttons - version B Press the è...
Page 121 Controls On-board computer without steering wheel buttons - version B Press menu button 5 for longer than 1 The on-board computer shows the infor- Tyre pressure monitor ( page 185) mation in the display. second. Set the time ( page 119) You use the adjusting knobs on the instru- The information shown in the display Setting the date (...
Page 122: On-Board Computer With Steering Wheel Buttons - Version B
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Setting the date Steering wheel with buttons On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- You can control the display and the set- tion lock.
Page 123 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Press the k or j button repeat- Using the telephone edly to call up the functions within a í Answering a call menu one after the other. ì Finishing a call In contrast to the other menus, the Set- tings...
Page 124 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Menu overview Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 125: Cd Player/Cd Changer
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B This is what the display looks like when The illustration is an example of the menus With Sound 5/Sound 20, the on-board you scroll through the menus. The explan- on a vehicle with COMAND APS. computer always shows the Audio and ations for the individual menus are shown TEL (telephone) menus in English.
Page 126: Standard Display
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Operation menu With j or k you can select the fol- lowing functions in the operation menu: Trip meter and total distance recorder (standard display) ( page 124) Display the coolant temperature The temperature displayed may climb to page 124) 120 °C when the vehicle is being driven in...
Page 127 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Switch on the radio (see separate Oper- Operating the CD player Navigation menu ating Instructions). In the NAV menu, you can choose to have Use the buttons on the steering wheel. Press the è...
Page 128 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Destination guidance not activated Malfunction memory menu The Malfunction menu displays malfunc- The compass heading appears in the dis- tions that have occurred. The message in play. the display depends on whether malfunc- tions have occurred or not.
Page 129 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Use the buttons on the steering wheel. If you do not press reset button 0 again, If you do not press reset button 0 again, the settings are retained. The Settings menu the settings are retained.
Page 130 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Press æ or ç to select a subme- Press æ or ç to change the set- You will find additional information on the ting. pages listed. The selected submenu is highlighted.. The changed setting is saved.
Page 131 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Submenus Functions in the submenu Auxiliary heating Switch-on time ( page 168) Comfort Key dependency ( page 134) 6 The Time/Date submenu is only available if you either have no audio system or have Sound 5/Sound 20. Press æ...
Page 132 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Press the è or · button repeat- Press j to go to the submenu se- Selecting the display for the status line edly until the Settings menu appears lection. Use the buttons on the steering wheel. in the display.
Page 133: Time/Date
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B the Clock/Date menu. The navigation system Selecting the unit for the tyre pressure Selecting the clock format receives the time and date from the GPS. Use the buttons on the steering wheel. Vehicles with the navigation system On these vehicles you must set the time zone COMAND APS or Sound 50 APS do not have...
Page 134: Buttons
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Setting the date Lighting submenu Vehicles with the navigation system Setting constant headlamp mode COMAND APS or Sound 50 APS do not have this submenu. If you have set constant headlamp mode and the light switch is in the M posi- Use the buttons on the steering wheel.
Page 135 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Press æ or ç to select the The locator lighting automatically switches Setting the exterior lighting delayed Driv. off after 40 seconds or when you: switch-off lights submenu. Press j to select the open the driver’s door Headlamps delayed switch-off (head-...
Page 136: Convenience
Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Use the buttons on the steering wheel. Instrument (instrument cluster) You will see the following message in the dis- play:Setting only possible at standstill! Press the è or · button repeat- Driv.
Page 137 You can use the functions in the menu to use the mobile phone if it is connected Mobile phone off: The message to the Mercedes-Benz hands-free system. TEL off (Sound 20) or Switch on 1 Distance driven since last reset...
Page 138 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Enter the PIN code using the mobile Accepting a call Dialling a number from the phone book phone, audio system or COMAND APS. You may select and dial a number from The mobile phone searches for a net- the phone book at any time, provided the work.
Page 139 Controls On-board computer with steering wheel buttons - version B Press j or k repeatedly until the number or name you are looking for is displayed. Press í. The on-board computer dials the se- lected phone number. 1 Name from the phone book If a call is made, the display shows the Redialling call duration and name of the person...
Page 140: Lighting
Controls Lighting Turn the light switch to M. a Left-hand parking lamp on Lighting The dipped-beam headlamps, side Legal requirements may impose variations g Right-hand parking lamp on lamps and licence plate lighting are in certain countries. U Automatic headlamp mode switched on when the engine is run- When driving in countries in which traffic ning.
Page 141: Front Foglamps
Controls Lighting Turn the light switch to U. Headlamp range control Front seats occupied The side lamps are switched on/off au- The headlamp range control is used to Front and rear seats occupied tomatically when the key is in position adapt the downward angle of the head- 1 in the ignition lock.
Page 142: Combination Switch
Controls Lighting Pull the combination switch briefly in Combination switch Hazard warning lamps direction 2. The combination switch is located on the The hazard warning lamps work even when left of the steering wheel. the ignition is switched off. They switch on Turn signals automatically when an airbag is deployed.
Page 143: Overhead
Controls Lighting This could eventually discharge the vehicle bat- Front interior lighting Risk of accident tery. Interior lighting without overhead con- The rear light will be covered if you open the Reading lamps trol panel rear doors to the 90° detent position. To switch off: move the switch to the The vehicle will then be unsafe as its rear right to position 4.
Page 144: Interior Lighting
Controls Lighting The interior lighting switches off after ap- Switching the front interior lights on/ The front interior lighting switches off proximately 20 minutes if the door remains off manually again automatically. open. To switch on: press switch 5. To switch off: press switch 4. To switch off: move the switch to the Front interior lights 3 come on.
Page 145: Rear
Controls Lighting open the tailgate/rear door Rear interior light in the grab handle Rear interior lighting open a side door The rear interior lighting switch is on the centre console. unlock the vehicle It is possible to deactivate automatic con- trol of the rear interior lights.
Page 146: Good Visibility
Controls Good visibility Turn the combination switch in the di- Single wipe Good visibility rection of arrow 1 to the appropriate Push the combination switch briefly up setting depending on the intensity of Windscreen wipers to the pressure point in the direction of the rain.
Page 147: Rear Window Wiper
Controls Good visibility The rear window wiper will only resume wiping Rear window wiper Windscreen washer system again when the tailgate/rear door is closed or The switch is located on the control panel The combination switch is located on the the vehicle starts to move.
Page 148: Rear Window Heating
Controls Good visibility The switch for the rear window heating is Headlamp cleaning system Window heating located on the centre console. The button is located between the driver’s Risk of accident door and the steering wheel. Clear all windows of ice or snow before set- ting off.
Page 149: Climate Control
Controls Climate control Climate control Heating Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 150: Control Panel
Controls Climate control The dust filter removes most particles of Position the sliders for the centre air vents in Function the centre position to provide virtually draught- dust and pollen drawn in from the outside free ventilation. Side window demister vent, left air.
Page 151: Setting (Heating)
Controls Climate control Basic settings Ventilation Setting the airflow This setting rapidly ventilates the vehicle Adjust the airflow with airflow control 3 interior. in the control panel. Set the temperature selector control to To increase or reduce: turn airflow the lowest level. control to the desired level.
Page 152: Heating
Controls Climate control Set airflow control 3 to P. Air-recirculation mode Misted-up windows Set air distribution control 2 to Ô If necessary, turn off air-recirculation You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if mode with the Ä switch. unpleasant odours are entering the vehicle from outside.
Page 153 Controls Climate control To activate: press the $ switch in the heating control panel ( page 148). The indicator lamp in the switch comes The control panel on the side section of the roof has been activated. To deactivate: press the $ switch in the heating control panel.
Page 154: Air-Conditioning System
Controls Climate control Air-conditioning system Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 155: Control Panel
Controls Climate control cooled, depending on the temperature se- different area of the vehicle interior using Function lected and the outside temperature. the air distribution control. Side window demister vent, left The dust filter removes most particles of If the vehicle interior has been heated up, dust and pollen drawn in from the outside Swivelling side air vent, left ventilate the vehicle before starting your jour-...
Page 156: Basic Settings
Controls Climate control To activate: press the ° switch for Set the air distribution control as illus- Function economy mode. trated. Switch for The indicator lamp in the switch comes Close the centre air vents. Economy mode Close the air vents. To deactivate: press the °...
Page 157: Air Distribution
Controls Climate control The recommended temperature setting for serving the traffic conditions, thereby caus- Symbol Meaning normal conditions is 22 C. The air-condi- ing an accident. Air from the air vents tioning system will adjust the temperature The switch for air-recirculation mode 3 is to this setting as rapidly and as comfort- Ô...
Page 158: Reheat Function (Dehumidification)
Controls Climate control Residual heat when you switch on the ignition Open the side air vents and direct them towards the side windows. after about 30 minutes The engine stores residual heat after long If the windscreen is misted up on the periods of driving.
Page 159: Automatic Climate Control In The Rear Compartment
Only change the temperature in small in- crements. The control panel in the side section of the roof is activated. As the basic settings, Mercedes-Benz rec- ommends that you keep temperature selector control 2 in the middle and airflow control 1 set to U.
Page 160 Controls Climate control The air is directed automatically: Rear air vents to the footwells (heating mode) The rear air vents for the cooling system are located in the rear compartment, on to the roof area (cooling mode) the right-hand side section of the roof The temperature for the rear automatic climate when viewed in the direction of travel.
Page 161 Controls Climate control Automatic air conditioning Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 162 Controls Climate control In automatic mode, the air conditioning Otherwise, the windows could mist up, thus Function automatically controls the interior temper- impairing visibility and endangering yourself Side window demister vent, left ature, airflow and air distribution. and others. The airflow from the air vents for the rear Swivelling side air vent, left Risk of injury compartment and the head area can be...
Page 163: Economy Mode
The automatic climate control controls play. Sets the airflow all the basic functions automatically. To deactivate: press the ° switch Mercedes-Benz recommends an interior Sets the air distribution for normal operation. temperature of 22 °C as the basic setting. Automatic control...
Page 164: Airflow
Controls Climate control To switch off: press the U switch When the air conditioning is working at maxi- Setting the air distribution mum cooling output, the display shows MAX page 161) . You can set the air distribution using se- COOL.
Page 165: Automatic Climate Control
Controls Climate control they were last in. The Ä message in Manual air distribution: turn selector serving the traffic conditions, thereby caus- wheel 5 to the required air distribu- the display disappears. ing an accident. tion. Air-recirculation mode is automatically The air-recirculation mode switch is in the Automatic air distribution: press the switched off after about 10 to 30 minutes, de-...
Page 166: Rear Compartment
Controls Climate control To switch off: press the T switch. Economy mode deactivated To switch off: repeatedly press the # switch until # disappears REST message in the display disap- Reheat function (dehumidification) from the display pears. To switch off: repeatedly press the The reheat function is switched off.
Page 167 The $ symbol appears in the dis- the right-hand side section of the roof As the basic settings, Mercedes-Benz rec- play. when viewed in the direction of travel. ommends that you keep temperature selector...
Page 168: With Water Heater
Controls Climate control ventilate or preheat the vehicle interior Before switching on Auxiliary heating and ventilation and to de-ice the windows Adjust the heat output to the required The auxiliary heating heats or ventilates start the engine more easily in cold temperature using the temperature se- the interior to a temperature that you have weather...
Page 169 Controls Climate control The auxiliary heating heats or venti- sources of interference To switch off the auxiliary heating: Press button 3. lates the interior to the temperature solid objects between the remote con- that you have set. Indicator lamp 1 lights up briefly. trol and the vehicle The blower switches to the first the remote control being in the wrong...
Page 170 Controls Climate control You can also access the Aux. heat. sub- tion, you will only synchronise this remote con- The number of the switch-on time menu via the SETTINGS ( trol unit with the clock. page 111) menu. flashes in the display Use the æ...
Page 171 Controls Climate control Press the 5 menu button on the in- Press the ö switch. If you turn the key to position 0 in the igni- tion lock, the yellow indicator lamp in the ö strument cluster repeatedly until the Aux.
Page 172 Controls Climate control press the 5 menu button on the instru- Press the j button on the steering Instrument cluster version B ment cluster for longer than 1 second wheel. On-board computer without steering do not press a button for 10 seconds wheel buttons: use the same method Hours menu appears in the display.
Page 173: Driving And Parking
Controls Driving and parking Switching off: press the I switch The switch for the heater booster function Driving and parking is located under the light switch, between again. the driver's door and the steering wheel. The indicator lamp in the switch goes Preparing for a journey out.
Page 174: Checks In The Vehicle
Controls Driving and parking Checks in the vehicle could cause an accident and endanger your- Starting the engine self and others. Risk of accident Emergency equipment/first-aid kit If you are using floormats and carpets, make sure that they are properly se- The equipment for first aid and breakdown Do not keep any objects in the driver's foot- cured in the driver’s footwell so that...
Page 175: Pulling Away
Controls Driving and parking Before starting the engine, make sure Automatic transmission Petrol engine: turn the key to posi- that: tion 3 in the ignition lock and release it as soon as the engine is running. all the doors are closed Diesel engine: turn the key to posi- all the vehicle occupants are wear- tion 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 176: General Driving Tips
Controls Driving and parking Pull pull ring 7 ( The vehicle centrally locks automatically page 173) up, move General driving tips after you have pulled away. The locking knobs the gear lever all the way to the left in the doors drop down. and slide it down.
Page 177 Controls Driving and parking Driving in wet conditions Driving in winter time, e.g. when the vehicle is towed, will result in transmission damage. Drive particularly carefully on slippery Risk of accident Road salt may adversely affect braking roads in winter. Avoid sudden accelera- performance.
Page 178: Ing Off The Engine
Controls Driving and parking icy surface to maintain the same degree of When the coolant temperature is very high, Risk of fire e.g. after climbing a long uphill gradient, allow safety. the engine to idle for about two minutes before Make sure that the exhaust system does Pay particular attention to the state of the switching it off, so that it can return to its nor-...
Page 179: Braking
Controls Braking If ABS intervenes: Continue to depress the brake pedal Braking firmly until the braking situation is continue to depress the brake pedal over. firmly until the braking situation is Anti-lock braking system (ABS) over. ABS prevents any of the wheels lock- ABS controls the braking pressure so that ing.
Page 180: Braking
1 Release handle required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that This prevents the wheels on the rear 2 Parking brake pedal you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for axle from locking. this purpose. In particular, all work relevant Applying the parking brake to safety or on safety-related systems must...
Page 181: Shifting Gears
Controls Shifting gears speed which could in turn cause engine dam- Shifting gears Automatic transmission age. The automatic transmission adapts to your Manual transmission individual driving style by continuously ad- Risk of accident justing its shift points. These shift point You will find information about starting the The movement of the pedals must not be adjustments take into account the current...
Page 182: One-Touch Gearshifting
Controls Shifting gears The selector lever position or the current To shift down: press the selector lever ë Neutral shift range is shown in the display. Display to the left towards D–. No power is transmitted from the on vehicles with steering wheel buttons The automatic transmission shifts to engine to the drive wheels.
Page 183: Driving Tips
Controls Shifting gears To select the ideal shift range: press Little throttle: early upshifts è The automatic transmission shifts and hold the selector lever to the left Lots of throttle: later upshifts only as far as third gear. towards D–. This position allows you to use Kickdown The automatic transmission will shift to...
Page 184: Operating The Vehicle
Controls Operating the vehicle Accelerate only slightly and avoid jolt- Operating the vehicle Start-off assist (AAS) ing. Driving safety systems which may form On vehicles with manual transmission, part of your vehicle are described on the AAS assists you when starting off. Trailer towing following pages: AAS automatically maintains the brake...
Page 185: Acceleration Skid Control (Asr)
Controls Operating the vehicle It may be best to deactivate ASR in the fol- jected to high loads for a long period of Acceleration skid control (ASR) lowing situations: time. A hot brake system also increases the ASR improves traction, i.e. the transfer of stopping distance.
Page 186 Mercedes-Benz Risk of accident Service Centre beforehand. You could other- ease off the accelerator pedal while you...
Page 187: Monitor
Controls Operating the vehicle Press the j or k button repeat- brake the vehicle until it comes to a stand- Tyre pressure monitor edly until the current tyre pressure for still. Do not carry out any sudden steering The tyre pressure monitor only functions the individual tyres is displayed.
Page 188 Controls Operating the vehicle Press the è or · button on the Tyre press. displayed after driving for play and the tyre pressure warning lamp X goes on in the instrument cluster. several minutes (instrument cluster, ver- steering wheel repeatedly until the sion B) standard display is shown The tyre pressure is shown in two red rec-...
Page 189 Controls Operating the vehicle Press the . button or the menu but- Press the æ button on the steering If you wish to cancel the activation proc- ton 5 in the instrument cluster. ess: wheel. Press the ç button on the steering The activation process is cancelled au- The following message is displayed: wheel.
Page 190: Driving Systems
Controls Driving systems braking effect of the engine. This in turn Driving systems Risk of accident relieves the brake system and prevents The following pages describe driving sys- the brakes from overheating and conse- Speedtronic is only an aid designed to assist tems that may be a component in your ve- quent premature wear.
Page 191: Speedtronic
Controls Driving systems Storing the current speed Briefly move the cruise control lever up 1 or down 4. Variable Speedtronic is activated. The current speed is stored and shown in the display as the limit speed. The limit speed may be exceeded on down- hill gradients even if variable Speedtronic is ac- tivated.
Page 192: Permanent Speedtronic
Controls Driving systems tor lamp m in the instrument cluster Adjusting the speed in 10 km/h incre- You cannot deactivate variable Speedtronic ments go out. by braking. Press the cruise control lever up 1 to Variable Speedtronic is deactivated auto- Resuming the stored speed increase the speed or down 4 to re- matically if you depress the accelerator pedal...
Page 193: Cruise Control
Controls Driving systems Turn the key to position 2 in the igni- Cruise control tion lock. Cruise control maintains the speed of the Instrument cluster version A: repeat- vehicle for you. It automatically brakes the edly press button è or · until vehicle so that the set speed is not ex- SETTINGS menu appears in the dis-...
Page 194: Cruise Control
Controls Driving systems dients. The set speed is resumed when the gra- Risk of accident dient evens out and the vehicle’s speed did not fall below 30 km/h. Cruise control is unable to take account of road and traffic conditions. Cruise control lever Always pay attention to the traffic condi- tions, even when cruise control is activated.
Page 195 Controls Driving systems Selecting cruise control After changing gear, depress the accelera- celeration or braking could endanger you or tor pedal gently to increase the smoothness others. Check whether the LIM indicator lamp of the gear change. 3 is off. Briefly pull the cruise control lever in Cruise control is not deactivated when a the direction of arrow 2.
Page 196: Parktronic
Controls Driving systems Press and hold the cruise control lever Briefly press the cruise control lever in Parktronic system (PTS) up 1 or down 4 until the desired the direction of arrow 6. Risk of accident speed has been reached. Variable Speedtronic is selected.
Page 197 Controls Driving systems PTS switches off at speeds over 18 km/h. Rear sensors PTS switches on again as soon as the ve- Centre approximately hicle’s speed falls below 18 km/h. 160 cm PTS is equipped with sensors in the front and rear bumper to monitor the area Corners approximately...
Page 198 Controls Driving systems ultrasonic sources such as a lorry’s The warning display for the front area is lo- The warning display for the rear area is lo- compressed-air brakes, an automatic car cated on the centre of the dashboard cated in the roof lining at the rear of the wash or a pneumatic drill above the centre console.
Page 199: Trailer Towing
Controls Driving systems The position of the gear lever or selector The switch is located on the centre con- After uncoupling the trailer, unplug the 7- lever determines whether the front and/ sole. pin connector adapter from the vehicle or rear area is monitored. page 234).
Page 200: Level Control
Controls Level control Standard mode: automatic control to Level control Manual mode maintain standard ride height both dur- The vehicle’s rear axle is equipped with To open the tailgate/door ing a journey and when stationary. pneumatic suspension and electronic level Press switch 2 on the right-hand side Manual mode: you can raise or lower control (ENR).
Page 201 (ignition off, switch 1 for 2 seconds. Always have the ENR checked at a qualified key removed) specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz ENR remains active for another 5 mi- Service Centre. Drive faster than 3 km/h.
Page 202: Features
Controls Features Installing the ashtray insert Features Push ashtray insert 1 back and down Ashtray in the retainer until it engages twice. Close the ashtray cover. If the ashtray insert is not correctly in- stalled, the ashtray will jam or be difficult to open and close.
Page 203: Compartments
Controls Features Steering wheel stowage compartment Therefore, do not carry heavy, bulky, pointed or sharp-edged objects in the stow- age spaces or stowage compartments. Risk of injury The stowage compartments must be closed when items are stored in them. Luggage nets are not designed to secure heavy items of luggage.
Page 204: Centre Console
Controls Features To open: lift the stowage compartment Stowage compartment in the centre When it is open, the stowage compartment lid 1 in the direction of the arrow, us- console can impair your view of the traffic and thus ing the recess 2. cause an accident.
Page 205: Glove Compartment
Controls Features Stowage compartment in the door Stowage space in the rear You can use these stowage compartments to store small, light items. Stowage compartment on the co-driver side 1 Glove compartment cover 2 Glove compartment handle 1 Rear stowage space You can ( page 337) lock and unlock the Glove compartment...
Page 206: Spectacles Compartment
Controls Features To open: briefly press cover 1. You can stow various articles in the space under the two-seater co-driver’s bench seat. To close: press the spectacles com- Fitting the seat cushion: insert the partment into the overhead control seat cushion into rear anchorage 2. panel until it engages.
Page 207: Cup Holder
Controls Features Fold the folding table down in the direc- Cup holder in the centre console Cup holder in the dashboard tion of the arrow and onto the seat cushion. Cup holder Risk of injury Keep the cup holder closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 208 Controls Features Cup holder in the front door Cup holder on the backrest Cup holder in the rear 1 Folding lid 1 Folding lid To open: pull folding lid 1 by the re- To open: pull folding lid 1 in the direc- Driver’s door cess in the direction of the arrow.
Page 209: Garage Door Opener
You can obtain information at any Press and hold one of transmitter but- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. tons 2 to 4. After a short time, indicator lamp 1 will start flashing. 1 Socket...
Page 210: Communications
Controls Communications Press and hold the transmitter button programmed to operate the garage Communications on the garage door remote control until door. indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly. The transmitter will transmit a signal Electronic communications equip- Programming has been successful. for as long as the transmitter button is ment being pressed.
Page 211: Mobile Phone
Risk of accident ket are not compatible with the Mercedes-Benz safety. Observe the legal requirements of the coun- telephone system. You can recognise suitable...
Page 212 Controls Communications Mobile phone fitting (networked) the run-on time of ten minutes will still able for various models in the Mercedes- apply. Benz range of accessories. The mobile phone fitting is next to the You can read about how to make an entry centre console on the top left-hand side.
Page 213 Operation Driving tips....212 Refuelling ....215 Transporting loads with the vehi- cle .
Page 214: Driving Abroad
Driving abroad Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- An extensive network of Mercedes-Benz Up to 1,500 km pose. All work relevant to safety or on Service Centres is also at your disposal Run the vehicle in carefully.
Page 215: Overview
Always make sure that the wheels are ground. Always drive slowly off-road to Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. in contact with the ground. avoid damaging the vehicle. The vehicle may slip to the side, tip over or...
Page 216: Consumption
Information on fuel consumption can be called up on the on-board computer with You may obtain information about this the steering wheel buttons in the Trip from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 217: Refuelling
Operation Refuelling The volume of the warning signal is re- Reverse warning feature Refuelling duced. On vehicles with a reverse warning fea- Risk of fire and injury The warning signal sounds at normal vol- ture, a warning signal sounds when re- ume by default and will need to be reduced in Fuel is highly flammable.
Page 218 Operation Refuelling Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a The fuel filler flap is located next to the Switch off the auxiliary heating system diesel engine. Never mix diesel with petrol. driver’s door. You can only open the fuel page 166).
Page 219: Transporting Loads With The Vehicle
Risk of accident Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Place non-slip mats (anti-slip mats) on Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- the load compartment floor if neces- Do not allow the load, including passengers, pose.
Page 220: Load Distribution
Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle During loading Electronic level control (ENR): select Move large and heavy loads as far to- the standard mode ( page 198). wards the front of the vehicle as possi- Observe the permissible axle loads and ble against the rear bench seat.
Page 221: Lashing Eyelets
Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle Load compartment variations by folding the bench seat forward transport equipment or lashing material for se- curing the load. by removing the bench seat Fill spaces between the load and the Information about the rear seats and the load compartment walls or wheel rear bench seat can be found in the arches (form fit).
Page 222 Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle Risk of injury Do not attempt to modify or repair the lash- ing points, lashing eyelets or the lashing ma- terials. The load or the lashing eyelets could work loose and cause serious injury to you and other people as well as damage to ob- jects in the vehicle.
Page 223 Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle Fitting/removing the lashing eyelets Risk of injury Risk of injury for the seat or loading rails If you tension the lashing straps between If the lashing eyelet is not firmly anchored in the side walls, or between a side wall and the seat rail, the lashing eyelet may slip or the load compartment floor, the maximum snap out of the seat or loading rail in the...
Page 224: Load Protection Net
Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle Slide lashing eyelet 2 into the area of Load protection net one of the openings in the rail. You can install the load protection net at Pull lashing eyelet 2 upwards and out. an angle in the following positions: Securing loads Luggage net in the load compartment Risk of injury...
Page 225 Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle 4 Hook for load protection net apply the brakes fully, change direction sud- 5 Lashing eyelets denly or drive on poor road surfaces thereby injuring yourself or others. To fit: clip the load protection net into upper retainers 1 in such a way that Risk of injury straps 3 face towards the rear of the...
Page 226: Load Protection Grille
Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle Fold tensioning element 2 up to Full-height load protection grille The load protection grille is not able to hold slacken straps 3 . back heavy or pointed loads. For this rea- The full-height load protection grille is se- son, you should always tie them down.
Page 227: Split
Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle Split load protection grille 1 Upper retainers 1 Upper retainers 2 Securing screws 2 Securing screws 1 Lower retainers 2 Securing screws Loosen upper securing screws 2 and Undo upper securing screws 2 and support the load protection grille.
Page 228: Cover
5 at the rear. located over the left-hand retainer. e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, if they Guide blind 4 slowly back until it is have been damaged in an accident. rolled up.
Page 229 Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle Extending and retracting the load com- Do not place any objects within the extension aged load compartment floor could cause and retraction range of the load compartment partment floor injury. floor. Doing so could damage the load compart- Do not drive the vehicle with the load com- ment floor.
Page 230 Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle Visit a qualified specialist workshop if you have 3 Rear locking lever (label I) difficulty in fitting the load compartment floor. 4 Front locking lever (label II) On vehicles with rear doors, it is necessary to Pull locking handle 2 back and hold it.
Page 231: Bicycle Carrier
Only fit roof racks that have been approved or floor must be fully retracted inside the ve- Please note the maximum roof loads: recommended for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. hicle and locked securely in position. You Rail carrier max. 100 kg (incl. rail car- This helps to prevent vehicle damage.
Page 232: Trailer Towing
Where Position the trailer horizontally behind the values differ the lowest is valid. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the vehicle. a trailer tow hitch retrofitted at a qualified spe- You will find information about installation Couple the trailer.
Page 233: Driving When Towing
Operation Transporting loads with the vehicle wise your vehicle could be damaged by the Driving tips Risk of accident spring action of the overrun brake. Maintain a greater distance than you Never depress the brake pedal continuously would when driving without towing a Driving when towing a trailer while the vehicle is in motion, e.g.
Page 234: Detachable
Benz recommends that you use a Place cover 2 in the right-hand stow- coupling mounting must be aligned Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- age compartment in the load compart- with the green area on handwheel 3 pose. In particular, work relevant to safety ment.
Page 235 This could cause an acci- from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. dent. Fit the ball coupling carefully and make sure that it engages in position cor- rectly.
Page 236: Adapter Cable
Remove the ball coupling downwards. that the protection of the rear of the vehicle shop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service If necessary, clean the ball coupling. provided by PTS functions correctly. Centre.
Page 237: Winter Driving
Make sure that there is sufficient cable winter driving ( page 175). sion. This is available at any qualified spe- play so that the cable cannot become detached cialist workshop, e.g. your Mercedes-Benz when cornering. Service Centre. Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 238: Snow Chains
Mercedes-Benz Service Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Centre. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- pose. In particular, work relevant to safety...
Page 239: Service Products
Service products are highly flammable. Keep service products out of the reach listed in the Mercedes-Benz Specifica- of children. To avoid injuries to yourself or others, tions for Service Products. Therefore, You must observe the hazard warning...
Page 240: Brake Fluid
Use only approved brake fluids that com- with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications Engine oils with a different grade are not ply with the Mercedes-Benz Specifica- for Service Products. You will find infor- permitted and may result in the loss of your tions for Service Products.
Page 241: Coolant
Risk of poisoning proved engine oil of the specified SAE class Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use Coolant contains glycol and is therefore added. engine oil of the same quality grade and SAE toxic.
Page 242: Fuel
Filter the fuel before transferring it to the ber 312.0 of the Mercedes-Benz Specifica- 50 percent by volume of anti-corrosion/ vehicle if you are refuelling the vehicle from tions for Service Products instead of a corro- antifreeze agent.
Page 243: Bio-Diesel
% by weight in tion options for operation with bio-diesel fuel Fuels for diesel engines fuels in the countries concerned. You may from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. obtain information about current country- Only use commercially available automo- Fuel grade...
Page 244 Operation Service products Table of fuel sulphur content (as at March 2006) Sulphur content (% by weight) Europe, CIS Armenia , Azerbaijan , Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina , Bulgaria, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Fin- 0...0.1 9 , 10 land, France, Georgia , Greece, United Kingdom, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Croatia , Latvia, Lithuania, 9, 10...
Page 245: Cleaning And Care
Environmental note about -20 °C. In most countries, winter It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care diesel is available which can be used with- Wash the vehicle only at a properly equip- products. They are designed specifically for out difficulties at the temperatures nor- ped wash bay.
Page 246: Vehicle Exterior
Risk of injury with a damp, clean and lint-free cloth. If cases, visit a qualified specialist workshop, particularly dirty, use a mild detergent. e.g. the nearest Mercedes-Benz Service Dirty or iced-up steps and entrances create Centre. a risk of slipping or falling.
Page 247: High-Pressure Cleaners
Operation Cleaning and care Parktronic sensors (PTS) Outside of the windscreen and wiper Headlamps blades The sensors are located in the front and Wipe the headlamp lenses with a damp rear bumpers. Turn the key to position 1 in the igni- sponge.
Page 248: Automatic Car Wash
Operation Cleaning and care Connectors recognise dangers or recognise them too Engine cleaning late and cause an accident. Seals Water must not enter intake or ventilation openings. When cleaning with high pressure Make sure that the automatic car wash is Risk of accident water or steam cleaners, the spray must not be suitable for the size of the vehicle.
Page 249 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a section. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- pose. In particular, all work relevant to...
Page 250: Maintenance
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- A service that is due is displayed about a Risk of injury pose.
Page 251 Operation Maintenance cator should not, therefore, be confused with for 10 seconds after the ignition is Vehicles without steering wheel but- the engine oil level displayP. switched on: tons 9 for service A Press menu button 5 on the instrument The service due date is displayed in days or kilometres, depending on the total distance cluster repeatedly until you see the follow-...
Page 252: Release Lever
Operation Maintenance To open The bonnet catch release lever is located in the driver's footwell above the parking Risk of injury brake. There is a risk of injury if the bonnet is open, even if the engine is not running. Parts of the engine can become very hot.
Page 253: Level
Operation Maintenance To close Maintenance points under the bon- Risk of injury Make sure that nobody can become trapped as you close the bonnet. Hold retainer 4 and lift the bonnet slightly. Guide retainer 4 towards support strut 3 and apply slight pressure to make it engage.
Page 254: Topping Up
If a large quantity of coolant is lost, have the lowed. cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe- Coolant must not come into contact with cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service skin, eyes or clothing. If coolant has come Centre. into contact with your eyes, wash them with plenty of clean water.
Page 255 Operation Maintenance Windscreen washer system/head- Risk of accident lamp cleaning system If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too Add windscreen washer fluid concentrate low, vapour pockets may form in the brake to the water all year round. system when the brakes are subjected to a heavy load (e.g.
Page 256 Operation Maintenance The windscreen washer reservoir is in the If at extremely low temperatures no engine Oil level in the engine oil level is displayed after 5 minutes, wait a fur- engine compartment. It holds 4 litres, or 7 You will find information about engine oil ther 5 minutes before repeating the engine oil litres on vehicles equipped with a head- consumption in the “Driving tips”...
Page 257 Operation Maintenance Vehicles with steering wheel buttons ù Press the k or j button on the Engine oil Have excess oil re- instrument cluster repeatedly until you level Reduce moved. The engine oil see the ENGINE OIL LEVEL MEASURING oil level level is too high.
Page 258: Vehicle Assemblies
2 l. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a fied specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- Top up the engine oil if necessary.
Page 259: Replacing The Wiper Blades
Operation Maintenance When the wiper arm is in the vertical Replacing the wiper blades position, turn the key to position 0 in Risk of injury the ignition lock and remove the key. Depress the parking brake firmly. When the windscreen wipers are set to in- termittent wipe or the rain sensor is active, On vehicles with automatic transmis- the windscreen wipers could start moving at...
Page 260: Battery
Op- parked up for a lengthy period. erating Instructions. flames and light away from Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if the battery, and do not you wish to leave your vehicle parked up smoke. Environmental note for a long period of time.
Page 261: Disconnecting
Benz recommends that you use a Switch off the engine and remove the key 1 in the direction of the arrow. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this before you loosen or disconnect the terminal Turn rotary catch 1 on cover 2 anti- purpose.
Page 262: Charging
Place the rear of the battery on the tery charger that has been tested and approved door sill and hold the battery by its by Mercedes-Benz. This device allows the bat- front bar. tery to be charged when it is fitted in the ve- hicle.
Page 263: Additional Battery
Operation Maintenance the rotary seat is no longer above the charging. Always keep the terminal clamps and battery surfaces clean and dry. Lightly negative terminal. grease the terminal clamps, particularly the Connect the negative terminal clamp. undersides, with acid-proof grease. Connect breather hose 4 to the front Cleaning agents containing fuel corrode the end of the battery.
Page 264 Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 265 Practical advice Where will I find...? ...264 Troubleshooting ... . .270 Engine..... .315 Tyres and wheels .
Page 266: Where Will I Find
Practical advice Where will I find...? Turn rotary catch 2 of cover 1 anti- Where will I find...? clockwise. Remove cover 1. Vehicle tool kit and emergency equipment The vehicle tool kit is: in the co-driver seat base in the rear stowage compartment (on vehicles with additional battery, de- tachable trailer coupling, rotary co-driv- er's seat)
Page 267: Warning Triangle
Practical advice Where will I find...? Place the jack in the recess in the It is not designed to enable work to be stowage compartment and press it in carried out underneath the vehicle. firmly. The jack must be placed on a firm, flat surface only.
Page 268: Fire Extinguisher
Practical advice Where will I find...? Pull side reflectors 2 upwards to form Fire extinguisher TIREFIT kit a triangle, and lock them at the top us- The fire extinguisher is located to the right The TIREFIT tyre sealant is located ing press-stud 1.
Page 269: Under The Rear Of The Vehicle
Practical advice Where will I find...? 1 Wheel wrench 1 Auxiliary tool 1 Opening 2 Auxiliary tool 2 Wheel wrench 3 Spare wheel bracket 3 Console 4 Wheel arch Attach auxiliary tool 2 to wheel wrench 1. To install: place the wheel on bracket 3 on wheel arch 4.
Page 270 Practical advice Where will I find...? Attach ratchet 4 to the auxiliary tool. The AB/DOWN sticker must be visi- ble. Turn the ratchet in the direction of the arrow until you feel resistance. The spare wheel is released. A cover tray with four handles is fitted to the spare wheel.
Page 271 Practical advice Where will I find...? Attach ratchet 4 to the auxiliary tool. page 267) The AUF/UP sticker must be visible. Turn ratchet 4 clockwise. The spare wheel is raised. The tightening torque must be 80 Nm. When the spare wheel is firmly in contact with the vehicle, turn the ratchet against high resist- ance another quarter of a turn.
Page 272: Troubleshooting
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 273 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions # - k 6 Risk of accident Vehicles with steering wheel buttons: also observe the mes- sages in the display ( page 282). ® The yellow ESP , ABS and EBV has been deactivated due ASR/BAS indicator lamps, and to undervoltage.
Page 274: Indicator Lamp
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions k The yellow ASR/BAS in- Risk of accident Drive on carefully. dicator lamp is lit while ASR or AAS (on vehicles with Visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. the engine is running. manual transmission) has been deactivated due to a malfunc- tion.
Page 275 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicator Risk of accident Vehicles with steering wheel buttons: also observe the mes- lamp is lit while the en- sages in the display ( page 282). ABS has been deactivated due gine is running.
Page 276 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions - The yellow ABS indicator Risk of accident Drive on carefully. lamp is lit while the en- ABS has been deactivated due Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. gine is running. to undervoltage. The battery may not be being charged.
Page 277: Charge Indicator Lamp
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions # The yellow ESP ® indica- Risk of accident Drive on carefully. tor lamp is lit while the ® has been deactivated due Visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. engine is running.
Page 278: Warning Lamp
The battery is faulty. while the engine is run- Do not continue driving under any circumstances. ning. Contact a breakdown service, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. 2 The yellow brake pad Risk of accident Have the brake pads/linings replaced as soon as possible at wear indicator lamp a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 279: Warning Lamp
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions N The yellow engine oil lev- The engine oil level is above the Check the engine oil level and, if necessary, have engine oil si- el warning lamp lights maximum. phoned off at the nearest filling station ( page 256).
Page 280: Reserve Fuel Warning Lamp
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Ì The red coolant warning The coolant temperature is too Run the engine for approximately 1 minute at idling speed. lamp lights up while the high. Consult a qualified specialist workshop if the coolant warning engine is running.
Page 281: Diagnostics, Indicator Lamp
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ± The yellow engine diag- The fuel tank has run dry. Refuel at the nearest filling station ( page 215). nostic indicator lamp The engine may be running in For vehicles with a diesel engine: bleed the fuel system lights up while the en- emergency mode.
Page 282: Washer Fluid
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions X The yellow tyre pressure Risk of accident Pull over without suddenly steering or braking. Pay attention monitor warning lamp to the traffic conditions while doing so. The tyre pressure monitor indi- comes on.
Page 283: Doors
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt warn- The warning lamp is to remind Fasten the seat belt ( page 38). ing lamp lights up for ap- you to fasten the seat belt. proximately six seconds when the key is turned to position 2.
Page 284: Electronic Level Control (Enr)
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Warnings, malfunctions or additional infor- or the failure of systems. Handling charac- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- mation may also be shown in the display.
Page 285: Buttons Display Messages
Practical advice Troubleshooting Vehicles with steering wheel buttons Low-priority messages can be acknowl- If you select the Malfunction memory edged using the è, ·, j or menu on the on-board computer The on-board computer shows warnings, k buttons on the steering wheel or page 126), the acknowledged and unac- malfunctions or additional information in using the reset button on the instru-...
Page 286: Malfunction
Practical advice Troubleshooting Text messages on vehicles with steering wheel buttons Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS SYSTEM. VISIT Risk of accident Drive on carefully. WORKSHOP! ABS has been deactivated due to a mal- Visit a qualified specialist workshop imme- ®...
Page 287: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution VISIT WORKSHOP! DIS- Risk of accident Drive on carefully. PLAY DEFECTIVE FOR BAS or the BAS display is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. The brake system continues to function normally, but possibly without elec- tronic support.
Page 288 Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ® ELEC. STABIL. PROG. has been deactivated due to Drive on carefully. VISIT WORKSHOP! undervoltage. Cruise control and Visit a qualified specialist workshop as Speedtronic have also been deactivated soon as possible. as a result.
Page 289: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution TYRE PRES. MONITOR The tyre pressure monitor is not opera- Have wheels fitted with suitable wheel elec- INOPERATIVE NO SEN- tional, as none of the wheels have wheel tronics units at a qualified specialist work- SORS electronics units fitted.
Page 290: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Symbol messages on vehicles with steering wheel buttons Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ABS SYSTEM. VISIT Risk of accident Drive on carefully. WORKSHOP! ABS has been deactivated due to a mal- Visit a qualified specialist workshop imme- ®...
Page 291: Fluid Level
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution BRAKE WEAR VISIT Risk of accident Have the brake pads/linings replaced as WORKSHOP! soon as possible at a qualified specialist The brake pads/linings have reached workshop. their wear limit. BRAKE FLUID VISIT Risk of accident Stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten- WORKSHOP!
Page 292: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ì You pressed the í or ì button Function unavail- able! on the steering wheel although your ve- hicle does not have a mobile phone. < SEAT BELT SYSTEM VIS- Risk of injury Visit a qualified specialist workshop as IT WORKSHOP! soon as possible.
Page 293: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution COOLANT VISIT WORK- The cooling fan for the coolant is faulty. Have the fan replaced as soon as possible SHOP! at a qualified specialist workshop. COOLANT CHECK LEVEL! The coolant level is too low. Top up the coolant, observing the warning notes ( page 251).
Page 294 Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution LICENSE PLATE CHECK A licence plate lamp is faulty. Change the bulb as soon as possible. BULB! FRONT FOGLAMP, L The left front foglamp is faulty. Change the bulb as soon as possible. CHECK BULB! FRONT FOGLAMP, R The right front foglamp is faulty.
Page 295: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Turn the light switch to M. LIGHTS SWITCH OFF You have forgotten to switch off the LIGHTS! lights when leaving the vehicle. LIGHT SENSOR VISIT The rain/light sensor is faulty. Constant Use the on-board computer to change the WORKSHOP! headlamp mode is activated.
Page 296: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution TYRE PRESSURE CAUTION One or more tyres are losing air rapidly. Stop without sudden steering or braking TYRE DEFECT! If the tyre pressure monitor has de- manoeuvres. Pay attention to the traffic tected the affected wheel, the wheel po- conditions while doing so.
Page 297: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution ENGINE OIL LEVEL VIS- The engine oil level has dropped to a Check the engine oil level ( page 254) and IT WORKSHOP! critical level. top up if necessary. If you frequently have to top up the engine oil, have the engine checked for leakage.
Page 298: Display Message
Practical advice Troubleshooting Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DOOR OPEN! You are already driving at walking pace, Close the doors. even though not all the doors are closed. WASHER FLUID CHECK The washer fluid level has dropped to Top up the washer fluid ( page 253).
Page 299 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 300: Passenger Airbag Off
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The residual engine heat utilisa- Insufficient voltage is available Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. reading lamps, interi- tion function switches off too because too many consumers or lighting. soon or only shortly after it was are switched on.
Page 301 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 302 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You hear a warning signal. Risk of injury Fasten your seat belt ( page 37). The driver or co-driver has not fastened his seat belt. You hear a warning signal. Vehicles with automatic trans- Move the selector lever to position P.
Page 303: Engine
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 304 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The engine does not start. The battery is discharged or Check the battery for damage. damaged. The starter motor cannot be Recharge the battery ( page 258). heard. The engine does not start. The starter motor is faulty.
Page 305 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 306: Malfunctions
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 307: Problems
Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The Parktronic (PTS) warning An external radio or ultrasonic Check whether PTS works at another location. displays indicate implausible source may be causing interfer- distances. ence. For example, all the segments may be lit even though there is no obstacle present.
Page 308: Trailer Towing
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 309: Malfunction
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-re- lated systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. If this work is carried out incorrectly, the operating safety of the heater can no longer be guaranteed and there is a risk of accident and injury.
Page 310 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The auxiliary heating does not The fuse has blown. Replace the fuse. switch on or the engine does Have the cause of the faulty fuse checked at a qualified spe- not start. cialist workshop.
Page 311: Central Locking System
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 312 You have lost a key. Have the key cancelled at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Immediately report this loss to your vehicle insurer. If necessary, have the mechanical locks replaced. Your qualified specialist workshop will be happy to provide you with a replacement.
Page 313 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The key cannot be turned in the The key has been in position 0 Remove the key and reinsert it into the ignition lock. ignition lock. for a long period of time. Check and, if necessary, replace the starter battery.
Page 314: Misted Up
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 315: Windscreen Wipers
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 316: Fuel And Fuel Tank
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of an acci- dent and injury if this work is carried out incorrectly.
Page 317: Fuel Filter With Water Separator
Benz Service Centre. Dispose of the liquid in an environmen- The fuel filter with water separator is in the engine compartment. tally-responsible manner. Vito 120 CDI 1 Drain hose Environmental note 2 Drain plug Have the drained liquid disposed of at a Depress the parking brake and, if the qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 318: Bleeding The Fuel System
Consult spare wheel is either under the rear of the cialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a vehicle ( page 267) or, in the short chas- Service Centre.
Page 319: Using
Depress the parking brake firmly. a filler hose Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Vehicles with manual transmission: a valve core extractor Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- engage 1st gear or reverse gear.
Page 320 Practical advice Tyres and wheels Screw filler hose 2 on to TIREFIT filler Connect filler hose 2 to valve 6. If TIREFIT comes into contact with your bottle 1. eyes or skin, immediately rinse thor- Hold TIREFIT filler bottle 1 with the fill- oughly with clean water.
Page 321 I. tric air pump. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a The electric air pump is switched on. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- The tyre will be pumped up.
Page 322: Changing
Mercedes-Benz recommends that Have the used TIREFIT kit disposed of pro- cause injury to yourself and others. you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for fessionally, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Defective tyres and tyre pressure that is too this purpose. In particular, work relevant to Centre.
Page 323 Practical advice Tyres and wheels Secure the vehicle against rolling away The vehicle’s jack is intended only to using chocks or similar. raise the vehicle for a short time when changing a wheel. Risk of injury Position the jack under the appropriate jacking point only.
Page 324 Practical advice Tyres and wheels Loosen wheel bolts 1 on the wheel to Turn ratchet 5 in the direction of the 4 Adapter be changed by about one turn, but do letters AUF/UP until the wheel has 5 Ratchet not unscrew them completely. been raised clear of the ground.
Page 325 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, all work rele- vant to safety or on safety-related sys- tems must be carried out at a qualified 1 Centring pin specialist workshop.
Page 326: Tightening Torque
( page 266). at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The ve- Check the tyre pressure and correct if hicle handling characteristics could oth- necessary ( page 352).
Page 327: Electrical System
If the new bulb still does not light up, of vehicle safety. You must therefore make consult a qualified specialist workshop, sure that all bulbs are in working order at e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. all times. Have the LEDs in the third brake lamp Risk of injury changed by a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g.
Page 328: Dipped-Beam Headlamps
Practical advice Electrical system Insert housing cover 3 into the re- Dipped-beam headlamps, main-beam headlamps, foglamps tainer from above. Bulb arrangement in the left headlamp (in- Press the housing cover until retaining lug 2 engages audibly. side): Turn signal lamps Turn the housing cover with catch 1 page ) anti-clockwise and remove it.
Page 329: Roof
C 5 W tion Remove the rear light cluster with care, so as not to damage the paintwork. Due to the installation position, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the bulbs changed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a 1 Bulb holder Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 330: Changing The Additional Bulbs
Practical advice Electrical system Align the rear light cluster from the Press the bulb to the rear. side, with the locating lugs in the fas- Turn the lamp with a suitable tool, e.g. tener holes. a screwdriver, anti-clockwise against Turn the rear light cluster inwards. the spring force and remove it.
Page 331: Main Fuse Box
(which can be recognised by the colour and amperage) and which have the amperage specified in the fuse allocation chart. 1 Securing bolts A Mercedes-Benz Service Centre will be happy 1 Tabs to advise you. Switch the lights off.
Page 332 Practical advice Electrical system Open the bonnet ( page 249). 5 Fuse block F 34 6 Fuse block F 35 Slide tabs 1 in the direction of the ar- row. Fold cover 2 upwards. To close: fold cover 2 down onto the main fuse box.
Page 333: Electrical System Diagram
Practical advice Electrical system Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 334: Brake System
Practical advice Electrical system Fuses No. Consumer Rating No. Consumer Rating No. Consumer Rating Starter motor 25 A Unassigned Windscreen wipers 30 A Fuel pump 15 A ATA horn 10 A Horn 15 A Cigarette lighter/glove 15 A Mobile phone/VICS compartment lighting socket Brake lamp switch...
Page 335: Fuse Block F34
Practical advice Electrical system No. Consumer Rating No. Consumer Rating No. Consumer Rating Terminal 30 electrical 225 A Light switch and upper Diagnostics gateway system, alternator section of control pan- Diagnostics socket 10 A Air-conditioning fan (in 60 A Audio gateway 15 A cooling unit) Rear-compartment en-...
Page 336: Fuse Block F35
Practical advice Electrical system Fuse block F 35 No. Consumer Rating No. Consumer Rating Driver's seat adjust- 30 A COMAND camera con- 7.5 A ment trol Co-driver's seat adjust- 30 A Conventional taxi- ment meter Electric sliding door, 30 A 12-volt socket, rear 15 A left...
Page 337 Practical advice Electrical system To open: switch off all electrical con- Fuses No. Consumer Rating sumers. PSM control unit 25 A Apply the parking brake or shift the se- lector lever to position P on vehicles PSM control unit 25 A with automatic transmission.
Page 338: Batteries For The Remote Control
Remove emergency key element 1 Batteries for the remote control Take discharged batteries to a qualified spe- page 337). cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz If the key's batteries are discharged, you Service Centre, or to a special collection Using emergency key element 1, will only be able to lock and unlock the ve- point for old batteries.
Page 339: Locking And Unlocking In An
Practical advice Locking and unlocking in an emergency Take out old batteries 2. nal facing upwards. Do this using a lint- Locking and unlocking in an emer- free cloth. gency Fit new batteries 2. Observe the plus Slide battery tray 3 back into the key and minus signs in the remote control.
Page 340 Practical advice Locking and unlocking in an emergency Vehicles with convenience opening/ Insert the emergency key element fully Vehicle with partition closing feature into the driver's door lock and turn it If the vehicle is equipped with a partition, anti-clockwise 1. The door lock for unlocking in an emer- it is only possible to gain access to the The driver’s door is unlocked.
Page 341: Vehicle
Practical advice Locking and unlocking in an emergency Take crank 1 from the vehicle docu- Locking the vehicle ment wallet in the glove compartment. The vehicle can no longer be locked using Insert crank 1 into opening 2 of the the key.
Page 342: Automatic Transmission
Practical advice Automatic transmission Push roof cross member trim 1 firmly Rear sliding/tilting sunroof Automatic transmission back into the cross member fastening. In the event of a malfunction, it is possible The drive is located behind the trim on the Then, with the ignition switched on, to manually release the selector lever from roof cross member in the rear.
Page 343: Jump-Starting, Towing And Tow- Starting
Practical advice Jump-starting, towing and tow-starting You can now move the selector lever freely cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Jump-starting, towing and tow-start- again until it is returned to position P. Centre, or a qualified specialist store. Risk of injury...
Page 344: Tow-Starting
Practical advice Jump-starting, towing and tow-starting Connect negative terminal 1 to the The jump-start contacts are located on the Tow-starting main fuse box on the co-driver’s side of donor battery. Vehicles with automatic transmission the engine compartment. Begin with the donor battery. must not be tow-started.
Page 345: Towing
Practical advice Jump-starting, towing and tow-starting Engage the second or third gear and of towing it. We recommend the use of a Take the towing eye and wheel wrench slowly release the clutch. Do not de- rigid towing bar if towing is necessary. from the vehicle tool kit ( page 264).
Page 346: Transporting
Practical advice Jump-starting, towing and tow-starting Do not tow the vehicle further than 50 km. vehicle’s electrical system in the same Do not exceed the maximum towing speed of way as jump-starting. 50 km/h as you could otherwise damage the Have the vehicle transported on a trans- transmission.
Page 347 Technical data Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts . .347 Vehicle electronics ...348 Vehicle identification plates . . .349 Operating data....350 Capacities .
Page 348: Technical Data
Technical data The “Technical data” section contains im- portant technical data for your vehicle. You will find other vehicle-specific and equipment-dependent technical data, such Engine power output data Speeds Vehicle dimensions Vehicle weights in your vehicle documents. Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 349: Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts al operating permit changes some vehicles. Mercedes-Benz tests all genuine parts and the modification poses a risk for other conversion parts and accessories that road users have been specifically approved for the...
Page 350: Vehicle Electronics
The vehicle's operating which has the necessary specialist knowl- Mercedes-Benz is not covered by the safety may otherwise be jeopardised. edge and tools to carry out the work re- Mercedes-Benz warranty.
Page 351: Vehicle Identification Plates
EC – electromagnetic compatibility of vehicles). 2 Vehicle identification number Engine number The engine number is engraved on the en- gine block. You can obtain further informa- 1 Vehicle identification plate tion from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 352: Operating Data
4,500 +/- 150 4,500 +/- 150 4,450 +/- 100 6,000 +/- 150 6,000 +/- 150 speed (rpm) 15 Same values for VITO 111 CDI 4x4 16 Same values for VITO 115 CDI 4x4 17 VITO 111 CDI 4x4 Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 353: Tyres
Technical data Operating data Tyres Vito Summer tyres 195/65 R16 C 100/98 T 205/65 R16 C 103/101 T (99 H) 225/60 R16 C 105/103 T (101 H) 225/60 R16 RF 102 H 225/55 R17 RF 101 H 225/55 R17 RF 101 V...
Page 354: Tyre Pressure
Technical data Operating data Set the correct tyre pressure before load- Outside temperature = approximately 0 °C Tyre pressures ing the vehicle. Once the vehicle is laden, Tyre pressure to be set: specified tyre pressure Risk of accident check the tyre pressures and correct them +0.2 bar if necessary.
Page 355 20 on steel rim ET60 6,5Jx16H2 You can obtain further information about Centre. You will find a table of tyre pressures wheels and tyres from any qualified specialist on the inside of the fuel filler flap. workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Nur fuer internen Gebrauch...
Page 356: Brakes
Technical data Operating data Roof racks and rear racks Tightening torque for wheel bolts Lashing eyelet Permissible nomi- nal tensile load Tyres Tightening torque Risk of accident Crewbus 350 daN Steel wheel 180 Nm +/- 10 Nm If you have fitted roof rack systems, the ve- Panel van 400 daN hicle’s handling, steering and braking char-...
Page 357: Mensions
2 transverse braces directly on the se- carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz curing threads in the roof channel: max. recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz 100 kg (incl. carrier system) Service Centre for this purpose.
Page 358 92/21/EEC). tal weight for the vehicle may be exceeded by Weight in kg Compact body Long body Extra-long body Permissible trailer load, VITO 109 CDI, 111 CDI 2,000 2,000 2,000 braked (manual transmission) VITO 111 CDI (automatic 2,000/2,500 (Code...
Page 359: Fuel Consumption
Technical data Operating data Weight in kg Compact body Long body Extra-long body Maximum payload Panel van 980 - 1,150 955 - 1,125 930 - 1,100 Mixto 935 - 1,105 910 - 1,080 885 - 1,055 Crewbus 1,060 1,035 1,010 22 Vehicle with standard equipment, without seating in the rear Urban driving conditions are simulated efficient use of fuel by the engine...
Page 360 EU4 GIII AC7 10.6 EU4 GIII AC1 11.1 EU4 GIII + DPF AC7 10.7 EU4 GIII + DPF AC1 11.2 VITO 111 CDI 4x4 EU4 GIII + DPF 11.2 Vito 115 CDI EU4 GIII AC7 10.6 EU4 GIII AC1 11.1 EU4 GIII + DPF AC7 10.7...
Page 361 [g/km] Urban Extra-urban Total Vito 111 CDI EU4 GIII 11.4 EU4 GIII + DPF 11.5 VITO 111 CDI 4x4 EU4 GIII + DPF 11.9 10.2 Vito 115 CDI EU4 GIII 11.4 EU4 GIII + DPF 11.5 VITO 115 CDI 4x4 EU4 GIII + DPF 11.9...
Page 362: Capacities
Technical data Capacities Capacities Engine oil The following values indicate the various total engine capacities. Replacement amount Vito 109 CDI Vito 111 CDI Vito 115 CDI Vito 120 CDI Vito 119 Vito 123 in litres Engine with oil filter Engine without oil filter...
Page 363 Technical data Capacities Amount in litres Vito 109 CDI Vito 111 CDI Vito 115 CDI Vito 120 CDI Vito 119 Vito 123 Rear heater Refrigerant in front air-condition- approximately approximately approximately approximately approximately approximately ing system (without rear air-condi- 550 g...
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