Page 1 Operator's Manual É2165842382wËÍ 2165842382 Order no. 6515 2384 13 Part no. 216 584 23 82 Edition A 2014...
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Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you drive off, please familiarize yourself with your vehicle and read this manual, especially the safety and warning notes. This will help you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your vehicle and avoid endangering yourself and others.
Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 33 Introduction ......... 26 Safety ........... 43 Opening and closing ......73 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..95 COMAND ..........109 Lights and windshield wipers ..249 Climate control ......... 261 Driving and parking ......
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Index Adaptive Highbeam Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Display message ......370 12 V socket Function/notes ......254 see Sockets Switching on/off (on-board 4ETS computer) ........350 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Additional speedometer ....350 Traction System) Additives (engine oil) ......487 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Address drive) ..........
Page 7 Setting the picture ......228 Audio DVD ........216 Setting the volume and sound ..234 Video DVD ........233 Showing/hiding the menu ..... 234 Audio menu (on-board computer) ..342 Switching to ........234 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center see Qualified specialist workshop...
Page 8 Index Telephony ........183 Telephony notes ......181 Back button ........113 ® Bluetooth interface Back support Telephony ........181 see Lumbar support Brake Assist System Bag hook ..........403 see BAS (Brake Assist System) Balance, adjusting ......128 Brake fluid BAS (Brake Assist System) ....
Page 9 Index Selecting a media type ....212 Selecting a track ......213 see Vehicle Care Sound settings (balance, bass, Carpets .......... 433 fader, treble) ........128 Car wash ........427 Cell phone Display ........... 431 see Mobile phone Exterior lights ........ 430 Center console ........
Page 10 Index Defrosting the windows ....266 COMAND display Defrosting the windshield ....265 Cleaning instructions ..... 118 Important safety notes ....262 Folding in and swiveling ....118 Indicator lamp ........ 264 Setting ........... 130 Main menu ........241 COMAND operating system ....112 Maximum cooling ......
Page 11 Index Display (cleaning instructions) ..431 Displaying the arrival time ....160 Dashboard Displaying the distance to the see Cockpit destination ......... 160 Data Display messages see Technical data Calling up (on-board computer) ..352 Data medium Driving systems ......375 Audio DVD ........
Page 12 Driver's seat Fuel ..........292 see Seats General .......... 292 Driving abroad Hydroplaning ......... 295 Mercedes-Benz Service ....427 Icy road surfaces ......296 Symmetrical low beam ....250 Limited braking efficiency on Driving lamps salted roads ........294 see Daytime running lamps Pedals ..........
Page 13 Index ECO start/stop function Checking the oil level using the dipstick .......... 421 Deactivating/activating ....277 General information ....... 276 Checking the oil level using the Electrical fuses on-board computer ......422 see Fuses Display message ......373 Filling capacity ....... 486 Electronic brake force Notes about oil grades ....
Page 14 Index Fast forward Fuses Audio mode (CD, DVD, MP3) ..214 Allocation chart ......449 Video DVD ........231 Before changing ......449 Fast rewind Dashboard fuse box ....... 450 Audio mode (CD, DVD, MP3) ..214 Engine emergency stop ....451 Video DVD ........
Page 15 Index Heating Overview ........255 Reading lamp ......... 255 see Climate control High-beam headlamps Intermediate stop Changing bulbs ......257 Deleting ......... 149 Display message ......368 Entering ......... 148 Switching Adaptive Highbeam ® iPod Assist on/off ......... 254 Alphabetical track selection ..226 Switching on/off ......
Page 16 Index Light function, active Lumbar support Display message ......370 Adjusting ........101 Lighting Lumbar support (COMAND) ....243 Light switch ........250 see Lights Lights M+S tires ..........456 Automatic headlamp mode .... 251 Maintenance Cornering light function ....254 see ASSYST PLUS service interval Display message ......
Page 17 Index System .......... 407 Mode, switching to ......210 Vehicle remote unlocking ....413 Notes ..........217 Mechanical key Operation ........343 Function/notes ........ 77 Pause function ....... 211 Media Interface Playback options ......216 Safety notes ........209 Active partition ......226 Selecting a media type ....
Page 18 Index Displaying destination Function/notes ......322 information (arrival time, distance Problem (malfunction) ....327 to destination) ....... 160 North orientation (navigation) ..172 Entering/saving your home Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle address .......... 144 Number keypad ......... 122 Entering a destination ....140 Entering a destination by address ..
Page 19 Index Operating system Pause function see On-board computer Audio mode (CD, DVD, MP3) ..211 Outside lighting Video DVD ........231 Delayed switch-off (COMAND) ..237 Pedals ..........292 Outside temperature display ... 337 Permanent four-wheel drive Overhead control panel ...... 40 see 4MATIC (permanent four- wheel drive) Override feature...
Page 20 Index Remote control Garage door opener ....... 414 Qualified specialist workshop ... 29 Programming (garage door opener) 415 Reporting safety defects ....30 Reserve (fuel tank) see Fuel RACETIMER (on-board computer) ..344 Reserve fuel Radar sensor system Display message ......374 Activating/deactivating ....
Page 21 Index Route guidance (on-board Folding the backrests forward/ computer) .......... 341 back ..........100 Route information Important safety notes ....97 see Dynamic route guidance/TMC Multicontour seat ......101 Seat backrest display message ..387 Seat heating problem ....102 Seat ventilation problem ....
Page 22 Index Setting the volume Spare wheel Telephone calls ......127 Notes/data ........479 Video AUX ........234 Storage location ......436 Side impact air bag ......49 see Emergency spare wheel Side marker lamp (display Specialist workshop ......29 message) ..........369 Speech control Side windows see Voice Control System...
Page 23 Index Storing stations Language ........137 Programmable button (COMAND) .. 113 Manually ........201 Storing stations (radio) Text reader speed ......132 Automatically ......... 201 Time ..........131 Stowage areas ........400 Time zone ........132 Voice Control System ....132 Stowage compartments Armrest (under) ......
Page 24 Index Connecting a mobile phone Time (general information) ..... 183 Setting ........... 131 De-authorizing a mobile phone ..186 Setting summer/standard time ..132 Ending an active call ...... 189 Setting the format ......131 Entering a number ......188 Setting the time ......
Page 25 Index GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Uniform Tire Quality Grading Rating) (definition) ......475 Standards (definition) ....474 Important safety notes ....454 Unladen weight (definition) .... 475 Increased vehicle weight due to Wear indicator (definition) ..... 476 optional equipment (definition) ..474 Wheel rim (definition) ....
Page 26 Index Locking separately ......86 Vehicle data ........490 Opening automatically from inside . . 86 Vehicle dimensions ......490 Trunk lid Vehicle identification number Display message ......386 see VIN Power closing feature ...... 83 Vehicle identification plate ....482 Trunk lid opening height restriction 239 Vehicle level Turn signals...
Page 27 Index Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Waiting call ........189 Windshield washer system ....425 Warning and indicator lamps Notes ..........488 ABS ..........391 Windshield wipers Brakes ........... 390 Problem (malfunction) ....259 Check Engine ......... 396 Replacing the wiper blades ....
Page 28: Service And Warranty Information
Country-specific differences are approved for the type of vehicle. possible. Please note that your vehicle may Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as not be equipped with all features described. conversion parts and accessories which have This also applies to safety-related systems been specifically approved for your vehicle for and functions.
Page 29: Maintenance
Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix service advisor will record every service for one or more substantial defects or you in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Page 30: Important Safety Notes
Delivery Program. For details, consult an impair the operating safety of your vehicle. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to Such blows can be caused, for example, by one of the following addresses. running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole.
Page 31: Diagnostics Connection
Qualified specialist workshop comply with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a following two conditions: (1) These devices qualified specialist workshop. It has the may not cause interference, and (2) These...
Page 32: Customer Relations Department
If the problem is not resolved to SW., Washington, DC 20590. your satisfaction, please discuss the problem You can also obtain other information about again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or motor vehicle safety from contact us at one of the following addresses. http://www.safercar.gov...
Page 33 Introduction Your vehicle records electronic data. If your vehicle is equipped with mbrace , data is transmitted in the event of an accident. This information helps, for example, to test vehicle systems after an accident and to continually improve vehicle safety. Daimler AG can access this data and submit for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes...
Page 35 Dashboard ........... 34 Instrument cluster ......35 On-board computer and COMAND ..37 Center console ........39 Overhead control panel ...... 40 Door control panel ......41...
Page 36 Dashboard Dashboard Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Overhead control panel shifters Automatic climate control Combination switch Ignition lock Cruise control lever Start/Stop button Horn Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel heating Instrument cluster Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Diagnostics connection Control panel for: Vehicle level...
Page 37: Fuel Gauge
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Function Page Function Page Coolant temperature Unit of measurement for the speedometer Fuel gauge Outside temperature PARKTRONIC Additional speedometer Multifunction display HOLD function Speedometer ® Ä PRE-SAFE Brake Transmission position Adaptive Highbeam Assist Tachometer Active Lane Keeping Assist Drive program ATTENTION ASSIST Parking Guidance...
Page 38: Warning And Indicator Lamps
Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page Turn signal Brakes $ (USA only) Electric parking brake (red) J (Canada only) F (USA only) ! (Canada only) ® Electric parking brake Tire pressure monitor (yellow) Check engine F (USA only) ! (Canada only) Seat belt High-beam headlamps...
Page 39 On-board computer and COMAND On-board computer and COMAND Function Page Function Page Back Rejects or ends a call Switches off the Voice Exits phone book/redial Control System; see the memory separate operating instructions Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial =;...
Page 40 On-board computer and COMAND Function Page Function Page COMAND display CD and DVD player/ changer COMAND controller and 112, COMAND function buttons...
Page 41: Center Console
Center console Center console Function Page Function Page Function button for the Adjusts the volume radio and CD/DVD/SD Programmable button card Telephone keypad Back button Rear window roller sunblind Hazard warning lamps Retracts the rear seat head Lumbar support restraints Multicontour seat Selects the drive program Function button for the...
Page 42: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page Eyeglasses compartment p Switches the right- hand reading lamp on/off p Switches the left- hand reading lamp on/off Rear-view mirror v Switches the rear Buttons for the garage door opener interior lighting on/off Microphone for mbrace c Switches the front...
Page 43: Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows %& Unlocks/locks the vehicle n Activates/ deactivates the override Adjusts the seat electrically feature for the side windows in the rear r45= compartment Memory function w Adjusts the front-...
Page 45 Useful information ......44 Occupant safety ........44 Children in the vehicle ......59 Panic alarm .......... 64 Driving safety systems ....... 64 Theft deterrent locking system ..70...
Page 46: Useful Information
Occupant safety Useful information to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended. This Operator's Manual describes all Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices models and all standard and optional (ETDs), for example, could deploy equipment of your vehicle available at the inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents time of publication of the Operator's although the deceleration threshold for air...
Page 47: Occupant Safety
SAFE has electrically operated reversible while driving. belt tensioners in addition to the For your safety, Mercedes-Benz strongly pyrotechnic ETDs. recommends that you have the system Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges. checked as soon as possible at an authorized They could tear.
Page 48: Important Safety Notes
Fasten your seat belt and make sure injuries resulting from air bag deployment. that it is correctly positioned on your body. If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz As the air bag inflates with considerable strongly recommends that you inform the...
Page 49 Benz Center at an additional cost. Failure to follow these instructions can result Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz in severe injuries to you or other occupants. Center or call the Customer Assistance If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you...
Page 50: Knee Bag
Occupant safety belts regardless of whether your vehicle is If the vehicle rolls over, the front air bags are equipped with air bags or not. generally not deployed. If the system detects high vehicle deceleration in a longitudinal It is important for your safety and that of your direction, the front air bags are deployed.
Page 51: Side Impact Air Bag
If the vehicle overturns, the side impact air Only use seat covers which have been tested bags are generally not deployed. Exception: if and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your the system detects high vehicle deceleration vehicle model. Using other seat covers may...
Page 52: Indicator Lamp
If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the seat cushion are damaged, have the if the vehicle overturns and the system necessary repair work carried out at an determines that window curtain air bag authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 53 Occupant safety For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz weight sensor readings from the front- recommends that you only use seat passenger seat, remain illuminated or go out. accessories that have been approved by With the 42 indicator lamp Mercedes-Benz. illuminated, the front-passenger front air bag Both the driver and the passenger should is deactivated.
Page 54 Occupant safety recommended for the size and weight of the is installed, please check installation. child. Periodically check the 42 indicator lamp while driving to make sure The infant or child restraint system must be the 42 indicator lamp is properly secured with the vehicle's seat belt, illuminated.
Page 55: System Self-Test
Have the system checked by You must contact an authorized Mercedes- qualified technicians as soon as possible. Benz Center before seating any child on the Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz front passenger seat. Center. Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an For more information, see "Problems with the...
Page 56 OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized weight up to that of a Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the front- typical twelve- passenger seat as long as the OCS is not functioning.
Page 57 Occupant safety If the seat belts are not released: ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant protection system) Move the backrest back slightly, but only when the vehicle is stationary. WARNING The belt pretensioning is reduced and the ® The PRE-SAFE system reduces the impact of locking mechanism is released.
Page 58 That would increase the Only use seat belts which have been approved chance of head and neck injuries. The seat by Mercedes-Benz. belt would also apply too much force to the Do not make any modifications to the seat ribs or abdomen, which could severely belts.
Page 59: Fastening
Occupant safety Position the lap belt as low as possible on Never attempt to make modifications to seat your hips and not across the abdomen. If belts. This could impair the effectiveness of the lap belt is positioned across your the seat belts.
Page 60: Releasing
Occupant safety Adjust the seat and move the backrest to If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when an almost vertical position ( page 96). the engine is started, an additional warning tone will sound. The warning tone goes out Pull the seat belt smoothly through belt after approximately six seconds or once the sash guide :.
Page 61: Restraint Systems
These are available at any belt on the vehicle occupant. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The seat belt force limiters for the front seats are synchronized with the front air bags. ! If the front-passenger seat is not These take on a part of the deceleration force.
Page 62 Children in the vehicle child. The infant or child restraint system Children can be killed or seriously injured by must be properly secured in accordance with an inflating air bag. Note the following the manufacturer's instructions. All infant or important information when circumstances child restraint systems must comply with U.S.
Page 63: Special Seat Belt Retractor
Children in the vehicle WARNING If you place a child in a forward-facing child restraint on the front-passenger seat: When leaving the vehicle, always remove the move the seat as far back as possible SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 64: Anchors
Children in the vehicle retractor ensures the seat belt will not a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a slacken once the child restraint system has booster. been secured. Install the child restraint system in Installing a child restraint system: accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Page 65: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes
Children in the vehicle instructions when installing the LATCH- Ensure that: type (ISOFIX) child restraint system. Top Tether hook = is hooked into Top Tether anchorage ; as shown. Top Tether Top Tether belt ? is not twisted. Top Tether provides an additional connection Top Tether belt ? can move freely between the child restraint system secured between the rear seat backrest and the...
Page 66: Overview
Driving safety systems Panic alarm If children open a door, they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure themselves or be injured by following traffic. Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight. The child restraint system's metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned on these parts.
Page 67: Driving Safety Systems
Driving safety systems systems can neither reduce the risk of display messages which may be shown in the accident nor override the laws of physics. instrument cluster ( page 353). Driving safety systems are merely aids ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way designed to assist driving.
Page 68: Bas Plus
Driving safety systems The brakes will function as usual once you The brakes will work normally again if: release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated. you release the brake pedal there is no longer any danger of a rear-end collision BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System no obstacle is detected in front of your PLUS)
Page 69: Esp ® (Electronic Stability Program)
Driving safety systems Following damage to the front end of the ® If ESP detects that the vehicle is deviating vehicle, have the configuration and operation from the direction desired by the driver, one of the radar sensors checked at a qualified or more wheels are braked to stabilize the specialist workshop.
Page 70: Adaptive Brake
The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the EBD (electronic brake force instrument cluster lights up. distribution) ® CL 63 AMG: deactivate ESP when driving Observe the "Important safety notes" on designated roads when the vehicle's section ( page 64).
Page 71 Driving safety systems you will be warned visually and acoustically also detect stationary obstacles such as stopped or parked vehicles. ® as well as by automatic braking. PRE-SAFE Brake cannot prevent a collision without your ® If you approach an obstacle and PRE-SAFE intervention.
Page 72: Immobilizer
In the event that the engine cannot be to crossing traffic started when the starter battery is fully charged, the immobilizer may be faulty. when cornering Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz ® As a result, PRE-SAFE Brake may neither Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in give warnings nor intervene in all critical USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 73: Theft Deterrent Locking System
Theft deterrent locking system If the alarm stays on for more than To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: grasp the outside door handle. The 30 seconds, the mbrace (USA only) or TELE SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. AID (Canada only) emergency call system The alarm is switched off.
Page 75 Vehicle equipment ......74 SmartKey ..........74 Doors ............ 81 Trunk ............ 84 Side windows ........88 Sliding sunroof ........91...
Page 76: Vehicle Equipment
Mercedes-Benz Center. injure themselves on parts of the vehicle If the SmartKey is faulty, contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz be seriously or fatally injured through Center. excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold injure themselves or cause an accident with...
Page 77: Locking
SmartKey Unapproved modifications to this device When it is dark, the surround lighting also may lead to withdrawal of permission to comes on if it is activated in COMAND. operate it. You can also set an audible signal to confirm The product label with FCC ID and IC that the vehicle has been locked or unlocked.
Page 78 SmartKey 2. This device must be able to using the outer door handle, the accommodate interference that is Not Detected message will appear in received, including interference which the multifunction display. could cause unwanted functions. while the engine is running, the red Unapproved modifications to this device Not Detected message will appear in...
Page 79 SmartKey is in the vehicle by periodically establishing The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as radio contact. follows: To unlock the driver's door: pull the door handle on the driver's door. To unlock centrally: pull the door handle on the front-passenger door. To lock centrally: touch the outer sensor surface on one of the door handles.
Page 80: Checking The Battery
Changing the key battery ( page 78). Important safety notes It is advisable to have batteries replaced at a Consult any authorized Mercedes-Benz qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an Service Center for a key battery. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the key battery is tested within the...
Page 81 SmartKey arrow until battery tray cover : opens. Do not hold the cover closed while doing so. Remove the cover of the battery tray. Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. Insert the new battery with the positive pole facing upwards.
Page 82: Malfunction
SmartKey. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle from close range and press the % or & button. You have lost a Have the SmartKey canceled at an authorized Mercedes-Benz SmartKey. Center. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
Page 83: Important Safety Notes
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Remove the SmartKey and re-insert it into the ignition lock. SmartKey. Start the engine within 30 seconds of inserting the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
Page 84: Opening (From Inside)
Doors The locking or unlocking buttons of the Unlocking and opening doors from central locking do not lock or unlock the fuel the inside filler flap. You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked. Open the door only when the traffic conditions permit.
Page 85: Doors
Doors Take the mechanical key out of the key Power closing feature page 77). The power closing feature pulls the doors and Insert the mechanical key into the lock of trunk lid into their locks automatically even if the driver's door as far as it will go. they are only partly closed.
Page 86 Trunk Close the front-passenger door. WARNING Make sure that the doors and the trunk are Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the locked. passenger compartment or trunk unless they are firmly secured in place. If you lock the vehicle as described above, Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo the fuel filler flap is not locked.
Page 87: Trunk
Trunk Opening and closing manually Opening/closing automatically from outside Opening the trunk lid Important safety notes You can only open the trunk lid after unlocking it first. WARNING Press the % button on the key. Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the engine is running and while driving.
Page 88 Trunk trunk opening/closing switch can be trunk opening/closing switch can be operated. Therefore, do not leave children operated. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised an unlocked vehicle.
Page 89: Emergency Release
Trunk Turn the mechanical key back and remove Replace the mechanical key in the SmartKey. Trunk emergency release You can open the trunk lid from inside the vehicle with the emergency release button. Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid lock as far as the stop.
Page 90 Side windows Side windows WARNING When opening or closing the door windows, Important safety notes make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening/closing WARNING procedure. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the The front door windows are equipped with SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Page 91: Side Windows
Side windows Opening and closing the side Convenience opening windows You can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving. To do this, you can use the SmartKey to simultaneously: open the side windows open the sliding sunroof switch on the seat ventilation of the driver's seat The convenience opening feature can only be operated using the SmartKey.
Page 92: Resetting
Side windows Touch sensor surface : on the door closing procedure, press and hold the handle until the side windows and the & button. sliding sunroof are fully closed. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure you only touch sensor Release the sensor surface on the outside surface :.
Page 93: Sliding Sunroof
Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows Sliding sunroof Problem: a side window cannot be closed Important safety notes because an object is obstructing the side WARNING window. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Remove the object(s). SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take Close the side window.
Page 94: Opening/Closing
If you press the 3 switch beyond the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. point of resistance, an automatic opening/ ! Do not forget that the weather can closing process is started in the...
Page 95: Resetting
Sliding sunroof corresponding direction. You can stop If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during automatic operation by pressing again. closing and reopens again slightly: Automatic raising is only available when the Immediately after the sliding sunroof sliding sunroof is closed. blocks, pull the 3 switch in the Automatic opening is only available when overhead control panel down to the point...
Page 97 Useful information ......96 Correct driver's seat position .... 96 Seats ............ 97 Steering wheel ........102 Mirrors ..........104 Memory function ......106...
Page 98: Useful Information
Correct driver's seat position you can fasten the seat belt properly. Useful information you have moved the backrest to an almost vertical position. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional you have set the seat cushion angle so equipment of your vehicle available at the that your thighs are gently supported.
Page 99: Seats
Seats Seats of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. Important safety notes never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being WARNING adjusted. In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle Failure to do so could result in an accident control, all seat, head restraint, steering and/or serious personal injury.
Page 100: Adjusting The Seats
Seats Adjusting the seats Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident. ! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat heating, observe the following information: keep liquids from spilling on the seats.
Page 101: Head Restraints Adjusting
Seats page 98) up or down in the direction of Make sure no one is caught or injured while the arrow. the seat is being adjusted. Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with Rear seat head restraints KEYLESS-GO removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO removed WARNING from the vehicle, the power seats can be...
Page 102 If both seat backrests are locked position manually and the warning message continues to be displayed, have the system checked by a Mercedes-Benz Center without delay. WARNING Always ensure that no one can become trapped or injured when the seat is moving. In...
Page 103: Multicontour Seat
Seats Folding the backrest forwards multicontour seat or active multicontour seat is increased. These air chambers are In order to make it convenient for passengers located in the side bolsters of the seat to get in and out of the rear compartment, the cushion and backrest.
Page 104: Important Safety Notes
Steering wheel The system automatically switches off You can open the side windows and the approximately 20 minutes after it is set to sliding sunroof using the "Convenience level 1. opening" feature ( page 89). The seat ventilation of the driver's seat Make sure that the SmartKey is in position automatically switches to the highest level.
Page 105: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: when you Adjusting the steering wheel remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock, the steering wheel heating is deactivated. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: when you switch off the ignition and open the driver's door, the steering wheel heating is deactivated. The steering wheel heating is deactivated when the temperature in the vehicle interior is higher than 86 ‡...
Page 106: Crash-Responsive
Mirrors position of the SmartKey in the ignition lock. be completed before setting the vehicle in This makes it easier to exit the vehicle and motion. Driving off with the steering wheel rescue the occupants. still adjusting could cause the driver to lose The crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is control of the vehicle.
Page 107: Mirrors
Mirrors should have a good overview of traffic Press the mirror-folding button conditions. page 105) repeatedly until you hear the mirror engage in position. The mirror housing is engaged again and Folding the exterior mirrors in or out you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual electrically page 104).
Page 108: Memory Function
Memory function Calling up a stored parking position setting Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. Adjust the exterior mirror on the front- passenger side with the corresponding button ( page 104). Engage reverse gear. The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves to the stored parking position.
Page 109: Seats, Steering Wheel And Mirrors
Memory function driver's side: steering wheel position driver's side: position of the exterior mirrors on the driver's and front-passenger sides Adjust the seat ( page 98). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel ( page 103) and the exterior mirrors page 104).
Page 111 Useful information ......110 Introduction ........110 At a glance ......... 112 System settings ........ 130 Navigation ......... 138 Telephone .......... 181 Audio ..........199 Video ..........228 Vehicle ..........235...
Page 112: Useful Information
(MPE). But it is desirable that it should be carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz installed and operated with at least 8 inches Center. (20 cm) and more between the radiator and a...
Page 113: Function Restrictions
Introduction Function restrictions harmful interference, and 2) These devices must accept any interference received, For safety reasons, some COMAND functions including interference that may cause are restricted or unavailable while the vehicle undesired operation. is in motion. You will notice this, for example, Changes or modifications not expressly because you will not be able to select certain approved by the party responsible for...
Page 114: Components
At a glance the telephone keypad At a glance connections in the glove box (USB, COMAND operating system ® additional USB, jack plug and iPod connection) Overview a remote control for the front passenger cordless headphones for the front passenger You can use COMAND to operate the following main functions: the navigation system...
Page 115: Back Button
At a glance Function buttons The COMAND controller can be: pressed briefly or pressed and held W The COMAND function buttons allow you to select a main function directly. turned clockwise or counter-clockwise slid left or right XVY slid forwards or back ZVÆ slid diagonally aVb In the instructions, operating sequences are described as follows:...
Page 116: Keypad
At a glance Telephone keypad You can assign the following predefined functions to the h programmable button: ECO: you can activate or deactivate the ECO start/stop function. Massage, Driver's Seat: you can switch the massage function for the driver's seat on and off.
Page 117: Display
At a glance COMAND display Display overview The COMAND display shows the function currently selected and its associated menus. The COMAND display is divided into several areas. The radio display is shown in the example. Status bar To call up the audio menu Main function bar Display/selection window Radio menu bar...
Page 118: Rear Window Blind
At a glance Navi Audio Telephone Video Vehicle Mode FM/AM radio Video DVD Map orientation Sat radio Multicontour seat/lumbar settings Point of interest Disc Video off Rear window symbols on the map blind Traffic symbols on the Memory card EASY-ENTRY/ EXIT system Text information on MUSIC...
Page 119: At A Glance
At a glance For example, the "Navi" function can be used There must be intervisibility between the from the driver's side while the "Video" headphones and the display so that function is used on the front-passenger side. COMAND can optimally transmit music and speech via the infrared signal on the front- Use the remote control to operate COMAND passenger's headphones.
Page 120: Cleaning Instructions
At a glance switch SPLITVIEW on and off Setting the brightness page 119). The SPLITVIEW screen remains on for approximately 30 minutes after the SmartKey has been turned to position 0 in the ignition lock. After this time or after the SmartKey has been removed, the settings on the front- passenger side are saved for approximately 30 minutes longer.
Page 121: Remote Control
At a glance Avoid using alcoholic thinners, gasoline or Point the remote control at the abrasive cleaning agents. These could corresponding screen and execute the damage the display surface. Do not apply functions by pressing the corresponding pressure to the display surface when cleaning buttons.
Page 122 At a glance Functions with the E and F button You can use the remote control to execute the same functions as the COMAND control panel. Mode Function Audio mode Selects a station using the station search function ( page 200) Selects a track by skipping to a track ( page 213) Fast forward/rewind (...
Page 123: Example Of Operation
At a glance Calling up the menu of a main function Selecting a menu item The following example describes how to select a station from the station presets in radio mode. Press the R function button. Select Presets by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 124: Character Bar
At a glance Current audio operating mode Calling up the audio function Main function bar Select Audio in the main function bar by Audio menu sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND Press W the COMAND controller and controller and press W to confirm. confirm Radio.
Page 125 At a glance You can enter the characters using either the Currently selected character character bar or the number keypad. In the Character bar selection list, you select an entry to copy it to To cancel an entry the address entry menu. List Option 1: city list with character bar The list G shows all available town names...
Page 126 At a glance You see which characters you can enter with It is also possible to switch the city list to the that key. Each time the key is pressed, the selection list at any time during character next character is selected. input.
Page 127: Entering Characters
At a glance Entering characters You will find further information in the "Destination entry" section ( page 140). The example describes how to enter the surname Schulz. Entering characters in the address and Select by turning cVd and sliding ZVÆ the phone book the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 128: Basic Functions
At a glance Option 1 To change the language of the character bar: select B and press W Select 4 or 5 in the character bar and to confirm. press W to confirm. Select the language by turning cVd the The input menu shows the data field COMAND controller and press W to selected.
Page 129: Adjusting The Volume
At a glance Switching the sound on or off Adjusting the volume Switching audio and video sources on/off Adjusting the volume for the audio or video source Press the 8 button on the multifunction steering wheel. The sound from the respective audio or video source is switched on or off.
Page 130: Sound Settings
At a glance Adjusting the sound settings Calling up the sound menu You can make various sound settings for the different audio and video sources. This means that it is possible to set more bass for radio mode than for audio CD mode, for example. You can call up the respective sound menu from the menu of the desired mode.
Page 131: Audio Dvd
At a glance Surround sound General information If your vehicle is equipped with the harman/ ® ® kardon Logic 7 surround sound system, you can provide the optimum sound experience for every passenger. ® Dolby Digital ® ® The harman/kardon Logic7 surround sound system is available for the following...
Page 132: System Settings
System settings System settings Display settings Switching the display on/off Select Vehicle by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Display OFF by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Current setting To switch on the display: press W or ®...
Page 133: Date
System settings Setting the time Design Explanation Select Vehicle in the main function bar by The display is set Day Mode turning cVd the COMAND controller and permanently to day press W to confirm. design. Select System by turning cVd the Night Mode The display is set COMAND controller and press W to...
Page 134: Setting The Text Reader Speed
System settings Text reader settings Abbreviation Meaning Setting the text reader speed Day/Month/Year DD/MM/YYYY (date format) Select Vehicle by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to Hours/Minutes HH/MM confirm. (time format) Select System and press W to confirm. You can set the 24-hour or the AM/PM Select Text Reader...
Page 135: System Settings
System settings Select Start New Individualization and press W to confirm. You see and hear a prompt asking whether you would like further information. Select and press W to confirm. If you select No, the first part of individualization begins. You will be asked whether you would like to train digits or voice commands.
Page 136: General Information
System settings ® Bluetooth settings ® General information about Bluetooth ® Bluetooth technology is the standard for short-range wireless data transmission of up ® to approximately 10 meters. Bluetooth allows, for example, the exchange of vCards. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) Inc.
Page 137 ® The Bluetooth device list shows all devices www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the within range and all previously authorized Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center devices, whether or not they are in range. on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) ® If the Bluetooth device list is already full, you (for the USA) or Customer Relations on will be requested to de-authorize a device.
Page 138 System settings Enter the same passcode into the Select Options by sliding VY the ® COMAND controller and press W to Bluetooth device (see the operating instructions for the respective device). confirm. The device is authorized. Select Authorize and press W to confirm. External authorization Press W to confirm the selected device.
Page 139: Reset Function
De-authorizing (de-registering) a indicates the current setting. ® Bluetooth device Select the language by turning cVd the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends de- COMAND controller and press W to authorization in both COMAND and the confirm. ® Bluetooth device, e.g. the mobile phone.
Page 140: Gps Reception
Navigation Navigation Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display for directions. Introduction Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from traffic conditions and Safety notes driving, and increase the risk of an accident. WARNING For safety reasons, only enter a destination General information...
Page 141: Navigation
Navigation Switching to navigation mode "Route guidance inactive" means that no destination has been entered and that no Press the S function button once or route has been calculated. twice. Showing/hiding the menu Select Navi in the main function bar by To hide the menu: slide ZV the COMAND sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller over the map.
Page 142: Entering A Destination
Navigation You can select the following route options: If you change the route type and/or the route options while route guidance is Use Carpool Lanes inactive (no destination has been entered Minimize highways yet), COMAND uses the new setting for the Minimize Toll Roads next route guidance.
Page 143: Entering A Destination By Address
Navigation Entering a destination by address Select Address Entry and press W to confirm. Introduction The address entry menu appears. If you When entering an address as the destination, have previously entered a destination, this you have the following options: will be shown in the display.
Page 144 Navigation Last States/Provinces States (U.S.) Provinces (Canada) To select a list: turn cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The list of selected states/provinces appears. To select a state/province: turn cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 145: Starting Route Calculation
Navigation Street list Enter a city as described above page 141). Select a street by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to Select ALL. confirm. Enter or select the street name. Select the appropriate city. Irrespective of the option, press W to confirm your selection.
Page 146 Navigation Option 1: enter the address, e.g. a city, In the address entry menu, confirm Start by pressing W. street and house number ( page 141). If no other route has been calculated, route Once you have entered the address, select calculation starts immediately (Option 1).
Page 147 Navigation COMAND controller and press W to confirm. You will see the center list either with the character bar (option 1) or as a selection list (option 2). Option 1: center list with character bar Enter a center. Instructions for entering characters using city input as an example can be found in the "Entering characters in navigation mode (entering a city)"...
Page 148: Destinations
Navigation Entering an intersection name Select an intersection by turning cVd the COMAND controller. Entering an intersection will delete a previously entered house number. Irrespective of the option, press W to Select Intersection (intersection) in the confirm your selection. address entry menu by turning cVd and The address entry menu appears again.
Page 149 Navigation To show the menu: press W the COMAND on the same street: call up an address destination from the last destinations. controller. Select Change by turning cVd and sliding Select Destination in the navigation ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press system menu bar by turning cVd the W to confirm.
Page 150: Entering An Intermediate Stop
To scroll the map: slide XVY, ZVÆ or be predefined destinations from the following aVb the COMAND controller. categories that COMAND offers for selection: Mercedes-Benz Service Center To set the map scale: as soon as you turn cVd the COMAND controller, the scale bar Hospital appears.
Page 151 Navigation To select a category: select a category by Select Address Entry, From Memory, turning cVd the COMAND controller and From Last Destinations From POIs. pressing W to confirm. Selection Step COMAND first searches in the selected category for destinations along the route. Address Entry Enter a If there are no destinations available there,...
Page 152: Entering A Point Of Interest
Navigation Entering a point of interest in the Select Delete Stopover and press W to vicinity of a specific city confirm. COMAND deletes the intermediate stop Option 1 and recalculates the route to the main Select Other City in the menu and press destination.
Page 153: List
Navigation Enter the phone number using the Confirm the entry with W. character bar. If the selected main category does not contain any sub-categories, the point of interest list appears. Assigning a point of interest category If the selected main category contains Introduction subcategories, a list of the subcategories The categories and points of interest...
Page 154: Zagat ® Survey Service
Navigation Point of interest with address Example display Point of interest category To start route calculation Direction display to point of interest To store an address in the destination starting from the current position memory Linear distance to the point of interest To display details Point of interest Phone call...
Page 155 Navigation Selecting a point of interest using the You can select points of interest that are available in the selected (visible) section of the map. To activate navigation mode: press the S function button once or twice. To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller.
Page 156: Preparation Phase
Navigation e.g. roads closed to through traffic and non- Route guidance residents. General notes roads that have time restrictions (e.g. closed on Sundays and public holidays) are WARNING avoided for route guidance. COMAND calculates the route to the destination without taking into account the Change of direction following, for example: Traffic lights...
Page 157: Change Of Direction Phase
Navigation before the change of direction with the request Please turn right in 900 The announced distance to the next change of direction depends on the type of road and its permissible speed limit. The display is now split into two sectors. In the left half, you see the normal map view.
Page 158 Navigation Example display Point of the next change in direction (light blue circle) Point of the change of direction after next Next change of direction (in this case, turn off to the right) Graphic representation of the distance to the next change of direction Distance to the next change of direction Possible lane (light blue) Recommended lane (dark blue)
Page 159: Car Pool Lanes
Navigation Display and description of lane recommendations The colors used in the lane recommendation display vary depending on whether day or night design is switched on. Lane Day design Night design Recommended lane C Dark blue Light blue In this lane, you will be able to complete the next two changes of direction without changing lanes.
Page 160: Destination Reached
Navigation To show the menu: press W the COMAND Select Cancel Route Guidance and press W to confirm. controller. In the navigation menu bar, confirm Continuing route guidance with W. To activate navigation mode: press the S function button once or twice. Switching navigation announcements on/off To show the menu: press W the COMAND...
Page 161: Alternative Route
Navigation Avoiding a section of the route blocked Select Alternative Route and press W by a traffic jam to confirm. You see the selected route. The display now This function blocks a section of the route shows a split-screen view. On the left-hand ahead of you.
Page 162: Route Overview
Navigation Displaying destination information To close the destination information: slide XVY the COMAND controller or press Prerequisite: you have entered a destination the % back button. page 140) and possibly an intermediate stop ( page 148). Route overview To activate navigation mode: press the S function button once or twice.
Page 163: Off-Road
Navigation If the first or last route section is not be capable of traversing through without highlighted, you cannot select Previous damaging your tires, wheels or vehicle. It is Next. the driver's sole responsibility to determine the suitability of the route. Off-road routes To zoom in or out of the map: select N may be of varying conditions and their or M and press W to confirm.
Page 164: Traffic Report
Navigation destination :. You will hear the digitalized, then no active route guidance is performed. Instead, the map shows a dashed announcement: "Please follow the arrow on route along the roads and the target direction the display". is shown with an arrow. You hear the Route guidance from an off-road location announcement: "You will enter an area, to a destination...
Page 165 Navigation Real-time traffic reports on the map COMAND can show certain traffic incidents on the map. The incidents are shown on the map at a scale from 1/16 mi to 20 mi. Set the map scale ( page 170). Icon display for the section of route affected Icon for incident on the route Current position and direction of travel...
Page 166 Navigation Icon for real-time traffic reports Icon Description Traffic reports in the map display Warning (red) A warning appears, for example, relating to lost cargo. Caution (yellow) A warning appears, for example, relating to roadwork that does not affect the flow of traffic. Slow-moving traffic This appears at the beginning of a traffic jam (average speed 25 - 45 mph) if route guidance is...
Page 167 Navigation Displaying real-time traffic reports If necessary, switch to navigation mode and show the menu ( page 139). Select Traffic in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. If you see the No traffic messages.
Page 168: Entry As A Home Address
Navigation without starting route guidance Report text page 144). First exit/intersection after the affected route section ends Adopting an address book entry as a To scroll within a report or to access home address the next report: turn cVd the COMAND To activate navigation mode: press the controller.
Page 169 Navigation save the home address without starting Selecting the home address for route route guidance. guidance Proceed as described in the "Selecting a To enter the home address for the first destination from the destination memory" time: select Assign Address Book section ( page 146).
Page 170: Saving
Navigation Select a destination by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The destination address is shown. Select Save and press W to confirm. You can now select storage options. Selecting storing options To save the destination without a name: select Save without Name press W to confirm.
Page 171: Previous Destinations (Navigation)
Navigation will appear asking whether you wish to corresponding address book entry does overwrite the existing data. not contain any further data, such as telephone numbers, COMAND deletes the Select and press W to confirm. entire address book entry. If you select Yes, COMAND stores the data. Deleting a destination or the home Previous destinations address from the destination memory...
Page 172: Notes
Navigation Storing the crosshair position in the list Select Delete and press W to confirm. of previous destinations A prompt appears asking whether the entry should be deleted. Route guidance not active Select and press W to confirm. A crosshair appears on the map if you have If you select Yes, the entry is deleted.
Page 173: Moving
Navigation Moving the map Setting the map to the vehicle position, intermediate stop or destination Showing the crosshair position To hide the menu: slide ZV the COMAND Centering the map on the vehicle position controller and, when the Full screen To show the menu: press W the COMAND menu item is shown, press W.
Page 174: Heading
Navigation Map display Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND Setting the map orientation controller and press W to confirm. Select Map Orientation and press W to confirm. A # dot indicates the current setting. Map orientation Current map orientation The following display modes are possible:...
Page 175: Arrival Time/Distance To The Destination
Navigation Select Navi in the main function bar by Select Text Information on Map sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND press W to confirm. controller and press W to confirm. A # dot indicates the current setting. Select POI Symbols on Map and press Select Arrival...
Page 176: City Model
Navigation Switching the topographical map on/ Geo-coordinate display The topographical map uses different colors to depict elevation. The color key generally reflects the topography's dominant vegetation or the ground's perceived color when seen from the air, for example: green for lowland Geo-coordinate display active yellow or brown for hills Current height above average sea level,...
Page 177: Freeway Information
Information about new versions of the – 20 mph digital map can be obtained from an Free Flow authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Road sections are illustrated with a green line and arrows. Traffic information on the map If you subscribe to the SIRIUS XM Satellite...
Page 178: Compass Function
Navigation Compass function Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND You can display the current compass controller and press W to confirm. direction heading in which the front of the vehicle is facing. Select Highway information and press...
Page 179: Handling
Mercedes-Benz Center. If you The update process can take a long time (over have lost the activation code, contact an an hour), depending on the size of the digital authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 180 To confirm the message: press W. COMAND ejects the DVD. Take the DVD out of the slot. Have the system software updated at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The map software cannot be installed until the system software has been updated. Map software compatible with the...
Page 181 Navigation prompting you to insert the second DVD. Follow the instructions on the display. To allow the installation to run to the end without canceling: take no further action. When the installation process is successfully completed, you will see a message to this effect.
Page 182 To hide the message: switch COMAND off and then on again. The navigation system will be operational again until it has to access the faulty area of the hard drive once more. The message will then reappear. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 183: General Notes
There is overheating due to excessive temperatures in the vehicle interior. Wait until the vehicle interior has cooled down. Restart installation. COMAND's integral hard drive is faulty. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Safety notes Telephone WARNING General notes A driver's attention to the road must always Introduction be his/her primary focus when driving.
Page 184: Function Restrictions
Telephone Call disconnection while the vehicle is Function restrictions in motion You will not be able to use the telephone, will A call may be disconnected if: no longer be able to use the telephone, or you may have to wait before using it, in the there is insufficient network coverage in following situations: certain areas.
Page 185: Telephony
Internet at ® Activate the Bluetooth function in http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call COMAND ( page 135). the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center on Connecting a mobile phone 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for the USA) or Customer Relations on General information 1-800-387-0100 (for Canada). Before using your mobile phone with...
Page 186: Mobile Phone
Telephone When you authorize a new mobile phone, it is ® The Bluetooth telephones list shows all connected automatically. mobile phones within range and all previously authorized mobile phones, whether or not Connecting comprises: they are in range. ® searching for a Bluetooth -capable mobile ®...
Page 187: Connecting Another Mobile Phone
Telephone If you want to reauthorize a mobile phone Observe the following: some mobile phones following de-authorization, you can select a require that you reconnect to COMAND after different passcode. you have entered the passcode (see the mobile phone operating instructions). The To enter a passcode in COMAND: press mobile phone cannot otherwise be the number keys in sequence.
Page 188: Telephone Basic Menu
To close the detailed view: turn cVd or slide XVY the COMAND controller. De-registering (de-authorizing) a mobile phone Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends deauthorizing in both COMAND and the mobile phone. Subsequent authorization may otherwise fail.
Page 189: Using The Telephone
Rejecting or accepting a call on the Internet at http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call When there is an incoming call, you see a the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance corresponding window in the display. Center on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for...
Page 190 Telephone Making a call Entering a telephone number using the telephone keypad Call up the telephone basic menu page 186). Enter all the digits of the phone number using the telephone keypad. To make a call: press the 6 button on the telephone keypad or on the To reject: select Reject...
Page 191: Calling Voicemail
Telephone The redialing function is also available To send DTMF tones (not possible with all using the on-board computer mobile phones) page 347). To end a call Calling voicemail Switching the hands-free microphone on/ This function is only available if it is supported by the mobile phone network provider.
Page 192 Telephone You can be called by more than one person Select from the telephone basic menu (call waiting) while you are making a and press W to confirm. telephone call. In the same way, you can call another party while already on the phone with Select SEND on the telephone keypad.
Page 193: Sending Dtmf Tones
Telephone Active party To transmit individual characters using the character bar Party on hold To transmit a phone book entry as a To interconnect parties by creating a character string conference connection To interconnect parties by creating a To transmit individual characters: once conference connection: select a connection has been established to the answer phone, select the desired...
Page 194: Importing Contacts
Telephone The address book organizes and stores selling or transferring ownership of your entries that are entered from different vehicle. sources (mobile phone, SD memory card, Existing contact data can be imported from ® Bluetooth import, COMAND phone book, the memory card manually. navigation).
Page 195 Telephone To cancel reception: press W. ® Bluetooth must be activated in COMAND ® and on the Bluetooth device (N operating instructions of the device). Press the % back button on the center ® the Bluetooth device must be able to send console.
Page 196 Telephone cVd the COMAND controller and press You can also use the telephone number keypad to enter characters. W to confirm. Address book: select Data/Connections Creating new contacts/changing in the telephone basic menu by sliding contacts VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 197 Telephone To cancel data entry: select the % symbol in character bar = and press W to confirm. If one of the data fields contains data, a prompt will appear asking whether you wish to store the entry. To save data entry: select the ¬ symbol in character bar = and press W to confirm.
Page 198: Starting Route Guidance
Telephone To delete an individual contact: select Using the address book the entry ( page 193). Select Data/Connections in the Select Options by sliding VY the telephone basic menu by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 199: Voice Tag
Telephone Select Navigate and press W to confirm. Select Voice Name and press W to confirm. Select Start and press W to confirm. Select Listen and press W to confirm. You will hear the voice tag. Voice tags Voice tags are entered via the Voice Control System;...
Page 200: Book
Telephone Select a category for the number, e.g. Home, and press W to confirm. Select a category for the phone, e.g. Cellular Phone Number, and press W to confirm. Number category Display (phone book and address book) Unclassified No symbol Example display: list of calls made Home To close the list...
Page 201: Audio Radio Mode
Audio Select a category for the phone, e.g. Cellular Phone Number, and press W to confirm. Select Next (save) and press W to confirm. COMAND stores the data if there are fewer than five numbers assigned to the entry you are searching for.
Page 202: Switching Wavebands
Audio If another audio mode is switched on, you Preset functions can now switch to radio mode in the audio Radio functions menu. Select Audio by sliding ZV the COMAND Switching wavebands controller and pressing W to confirm. Select FM, in the radio display by The audio menu appears.
Page 203: Entering The Frequency
Audio Directly in the station presets: select If you enter a frequency in the FM or AM Presets by sliding VÆ and turning cVd wavebands which is outside the frequency range, COMAND tunes in to the next lower the COMAND controller and press W to frequency.
Page 204: Switching On
Audio beginning with preset 1. The storing process ends once the highest frequency has been reached or once ten stations have been found. Any stations stored manually under the presets will be lost. COMAND may not occupy all memory slots when storing. Option 1: press W the COMAND controller when the display/selection window is active.
Page 205: Hd Radio
Audio Select a channel by turning cVd the purpose of the information depend on the HD Radio station. COMAND controller and press W to confirm. HD Radio Press a number key on the telephone keypad, e.g. 4, at any time. Important notes The "HD Radio"...
Page 206 Audio Switching on HD Radio HD Radio display As HD Radio stations are broadcast in the AM/FM wavebands, operating HD Radio is very similar to operating analog AM/FM radio. This section describes only those functions that differ from standard FM radio functions.
Page 207: Registering
Audio Displaying program information of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Operation may also be impaired in certain locations Select Audio in the main function bar by (e.g. tunnels, multi-storey car parks or sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND within as well as close to buildings).
Page 208: Category Satellite Radio
Audio http://www.siriuscanada.com Once COMAND receives the signal, the (Canada). satellite radio display appears. The station last selected is played. Once the connection has been established: Follow the instructions of the service staff. The activation process may take up to ten minutes.
Page 209: Selecting A Category
Audio Selecting a category Option 2 To call up the category list: select Select Sat. Radio in the submenu bar by Category by turning cVd the COMAND turning cVd the COMAND controller and controller and press W to confirm. press W to confirm. The category list appears.
Page 210: Displaying Information
Audio Select a preset by turning cVd the Using the multifunction steering wheel COMAND controller and press and hold Press = or ; to select the Audio W until you hear a tone. menu. Press 9 or : briefly. Press and hold a number button, e.g. 4, until you hear a tone.
Page 211: Safety Notes
Audio To load a single magazine tray: press CD/audio DVD and MP3 mode respective button =. Important safety notes Remove any CD/DVD which may be in slot :. WARNING Wait until the indicator lamp for button = COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser which has been pressed flashes quickly.
Page 212 Due to the wide range of SD cards available If another audio source is switched on, you on the market, Mercedes-Benz cannot can now switch to disc mode in the audio guarantee playback for all brands of SD menu.
Page 213: Pause Function
Audio Example display: MP3 mode Graphic time and track display Sound settings Current playback option Media selection Music search Recording (saving) music CD functions Example display: audio DVD mode Disc type Disc number File or track name (ID3 tags) Disc or directory name Current playback option Track time Graphic time and track display...
Page 214: Stop Function
Audio Selecting CD/audio DVD/MP3 discs Only in audio DVD mode To pause playback: switch on audio DVD Selecting via the media list mode ( page 210). In CD/audio DVD and MP3 mode: select Select Ë by sliding VÆ and turning Media by sliding VÆ...
Page 215: Selecting A Track
Audio Selecting by track list MUSIC REGISTER, position 3 In audio mode, select Search by sliding Media Interface, position 4 VÆ or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. USB, position 5 Select Current Track List. Select the data medium by turning cVd Press W the COMAND controller in audio the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 216: Music Search
Audio Fast forward/rewind While the display/selection window is active, slide XVY and hold the COMAND controller until the desired position has been reached. Music search You can use the following characteristics to search music: Keyword search Select a track by turning cVd and press Playlist W to confirm.
Page 217: Gracenote Media Database
Audio Title selection To start the copying process Name of the copied data Cancel procedure without copying files Media position in the media list Select START by sliding VÆ and turning Many audio CDs contain CD text. COMAND cVd and confirm with W. uses the information contained therein to All music tracks from the audio CD are display the artist, album and track name.
Page 218: Playback Options
MP3 data carrier when it is created. Information about new versions can be Alphabetical order is the most common. obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Once all the tracks in a folder have been Center. played, the tracks in the next folder are You can have your music recognition played.
Page 219: Multisession
Audio or when you select a different medium. If than MP3 or WMA tracks are not displayed by an option is selected, it remains selected COMAND. after COMAND is switched on or off. If MP3 or WMA files are stored in the root directory itself, the root directory will also be Notes on MP3 mode treated as a folder.
Page 220: Copy Protection
COMAND. in the loss of the music files stored in the There may be playback problems when MUSIC REGISTER. Mercedes-Benz is not playing copied discs. There is a wide range of liable for any loss of data. data carriers, disc-writing software and writers available.
Page 221: Data Medium
Audio Select Music Register and press W to confirm. Select Copy Music Files and press W to confirm. Example display: MUSIC REGISTER Type of data carrier: MUSIC REGISTER Track number Track name Track time Data medium selected Graphic time and track display To select a disc: slide ZVÆ...
Page 222: Deleting
Audio 3. Starting the copying process amount of data. The time required may vary depending on the data source. If there is not enough memory space, you will see a message to this effect. To cancel copying: select Cancel. Music files are stored in the MUSIC REGISTER up until the point of cancellation.
Page 223: Folder Functions
Audio Folder functions Enter a name for the folder/track. To save the changes: select ¬ and Introduction press W to confirm. You can view the content of the MUSIC REGISTER, change folder or track names and Deleting folders/tracks delete individual folders or tracks. Select Rename/Delete Files by sliding...
Page 224: Connection Options
Subclass 6 is available from the equipment manufacturer. Media Interface mode For details and a list of supported devices, Connection options visit http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Overview Center at You will find the connection sockets in the 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for glove box.
Page 225 The audio menu appears. the Media Interface connection is faulty. Select Media Interface and press W to confirm. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if required. Option 3 In the media list, ( page 212) turn cVd the COMAND controller to select the entry...
Page 226: Selecting Music Files
Audio Selecting music files under the corresponding position and press W to confirm. Note COMAND activates the connected device. COMAND displays the data stored on the You will see a message to this effect. The ® basic display then appears. iPod , MP3 player or USB mass storage device according to the filing structure used...
Page 227: Selecting A Category/Playlist
Audio Fast forward/rewind For USB mass storage devices, you can choose to display the metadata contained in While the display/selection window is the tags of the encoded music data, or to active, slide XVY and hold the COMAND display the file and directory names during controller until the desired position has playback.
Page 228: Alphabetical Track Selection
Audio Playing back the contents of a category In a directory, press the corresponding or folder number key once or several times to select the first letter of the artist's name (e.g. for Select the category or folder by turning an artist beginning with the letter "C", press cVd the COMAND controller.
Page 229: Notes On Usb Devices
Audio Notes on USB devices The tracks in the currently active category or folder, including any subfolders, are Data formats played in random order. The following data formats are supported: For USB devices, the random playlists MP3: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s) offer a maximum of 300 tracks chosen at random.
Page 230: Automatic Picture Shutoff
Video Activating audio AUX mode start at a medium volume and increase it gradually. This enables you to determine When you connect an external audio source, whether the system is able to play tones at audio AUX is not selected automatically. high volume without distorting them.
Page 231: Video Dvd Mode
Video Notes about discs Changing the picture format Press W the COMAND controller to show There may be playback problems when the menu. playing copied discs. There are a large variety Select Video by sliding VÆ and turning of discs, DVD authoring software, writing cVd the COMAND controller and press software and writers available.
Page 232: Showing/Hiding The Menu
Video authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will allow you to play video DVDs with a different region code, provided that they are produced in accordance with the PAL or NTSC standard. The region code can be changed up to five times.
Page 233: Video Dvd
Video Stop function Media selection Sound settings Press W the COMAND controller to show the menu. Fast forward/rewind To interrupt playback: select É by turning cVd the COMAND controller and Slide XVY and hold the COMAND press W to confirm. controller until the desired position has The Ë...
Page 234: Dvd Menu
Video It may also be possible to select the scene/ Select Title Selection by turning cVd chapter from within the menu stored on the the COMAND controller and press W to DVD. confirm. To skip forwards or back: turn cVd or Select a film/title and press W to confirm.
Page 235: Setting The Language
Video Setting the language and audio format COMAND executes the action. Make a selection from the further options, This function is not available on all DVDs. If it if necessary. is available, you can set the DVD menu COMAND then switches back to the DVD language, the audio language or the audio menu.
Page 236: Switching To
Video Switching to video AUX mode Select DVD Functions and press W to confirm. Select Video in the main function bar by Select Subtitles Camera angle sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND press W to confirm. controller and press W to confirm. In both cases, a menu appears.
Page 237: Eco Function
Vehicle gradually. This enables you to determine COMAND controller and press W to whether the system is able to play the confirm. music at high volume without distorting it. Main area ; is active. Select the individual vehicle functions by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND Vehicle controller and press W to confirm.
Page 238 Vehicle COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The main area is active. Select the Rear Window Sunshade function by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Activating/deactivating the automatic folding mirror function To switch the ECO start/stop function In the Automatic Mirror Folding menu,...
Page 239 Vehicle COMAND controller and press W to lever or press the position button of the confirm. memory function. The main area is active. If there is a risk of entrapment by the seat, you Select the Easy Entry/Exit Feature can also cancel the adjustment procedure by menu by sliding XVY or turning cVd the moving the switch for seat adjustment.
Page 240 Vehicle To set the interior/exterior lighting To set the ambient lighting: select delayed switch-off time: select Vehicle Vehicle in the main function bar by sliding in the main function bar by sliding XVY and XVY and turning cVd the COMAND turning cVd the COMAND controller and controller and press W to confirm.
Page 241: Trunk Lid Opening Height Restriction
Vehicle turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The main area is active. Select the Automatic Locking function by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Activating/deactivating the trunk lid opening height restriction To switch the locator lighting on/off: select Vehicle...
Page 242 Vehicle To do so, make certain that the SmartKey is To adjust the temperature: slide ZVÆ or in position 2 in the ignition lock. turn cVd the COMAND controller. To confirm the selection: press W the COMAND controller. Setting the air distribution You can set the air distribution separately for the driver’s and front-passenger side.
Page 243: Main Menu
Vehicle Setting the airflow You can set the airflow separately for the driver’s and front-passenger side. Select left airflow = or right airflow A by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Climate control main menu You can: switch cooling with dehumidification on or off (Æ) control climate control centrally (Mono)
Page 244 Vehicle cVd the COMAND controller and press Adjusting the footwell temperature W to confirm. You can use the Footwell Temperature The climate control menu opens. function to set the temperature difference between the footwell and the rest of the To switch on: select Æ and press W. vehicle interior.
Page 245: Front
Vehicle This setting is quite effective in automatic mode, especially at high outside temperatures. If the vehicle has become very warm and the automatic air conditioning is cooling the interior, the blower settings are briefly canceled. Select the climate control main menu in the air-conditioning function bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press To move to the lower menu bar: select...
Page 246 Vehicle Make sure that the SmartKey is in position Adjusting the seat side bolsters 2 in the ignition lock. This function allows you to adjust the air Press the T function button. cushions in the seat side bolsters. Select the seat ( page 244).
Page 247 Vehicle Adjusting the backrest curvature in the lumbar region This function allows you to adjust the air cushions in the lumbar region of the backrest. Select the seat ( page 244). Select Lumbar by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 248: Massage Function (Pulse)
Vehicle Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The massage function runs for approximately 6 to 20 minutes, depending on the setting. Uploading/downloading data With this function, you can transfer COMAND data from one system (vehicle) to another Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ...
Page 249 Vehicle Select Upload/Download Data and press W to confirm. Select Copy Data to Storage Medium and press W to confirm. Select the storage medium to which the data should be copied. Select Start Copying. COMAND checks whether the storage medium has enough storage capacity. If there is enough storage capacity, the data is copied to the storage medium.
Page 251 Useful information ......250 Exterior lighting ........ 250 Interior lighting ......... 255 Replacing bulbs ......... 256 Windshield wipers ......257...
Page 252: Useful Information
( page 29). Exterior lighting Important safety notes Left-hand standing lamps For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz Right-hand standing lamps recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some Lights off/daytime running lamps...
Page 253: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting Turn the light switch to $ or c. Daytime running lamps in the USA In the USA, the daytime running lamps are deactivated upon delivery from the factory. If the rear fog lamp is switched on: press the light switch in to the stop. To activate the daytime running lamps: activate the daytime running lamps function in the on-board computer...
Page 254: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting Rear fog lamp The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the lighting at all times. SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine.
Page 255: Hazard Warning Lamps
Exterior lighting Hazard warning lamps High-beam flasher Left turn signal To indicate briefly: press the combination switch briefly to the pressure point in the direction of arrow ; or ?. The corresponding turn signal flashes three times. To indicate: press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow ;...
Page 256: Cornering Light Function
Exterior lighting The system automatically adapts the low- Cornering light function beam headlamp range depending on the distance to the other vehicle. Once the system no longer detects any other vehicles, it reactivates the high-beam headlamps. The system's optical sensor is located behind the windshield near the overhead control panel.
Page 257: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting the high-beam headlamps are switched on This could endanger you and/or others and automatically. The K indicator lamp in cause an accident. Always pay close attention the instrument cluster also lights up. to the traffic situation and switch off the high beam manually if necessary.
Page 258: Replacing Bulbs
Replacing bulbs Interior lighting control contacts on Xenon bulbs. Therefore, never remove the cover from Xenon bulbs. Important notes Do not change the Xenon bulbs yourself, but In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from have them replaced at a qualified workshop. discharging, the interior lighting functions are If your vehicle is equipped with Xenon bulbs, automatically deactivated after some time...
Page 259: Windshield Wipers
Windshield wipers Changing the front bulbs Keep bulbs out of the reach of children. Otherwise, they could, for example, damage High-beam spot lamp/infrared light the bulbs and injure themselves. (Night View Assist Plus) Never use a bulb which has been dropped. Such a bulb may explode and injure you.
Page 260: Replacing The Wiper Blades
Switch on the ignition. the impact. Turn the combination switch to the Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have corresponding position. the wiper blades replaced by a qualified ! Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 261 Windshield wipers Changing the windshield wiper blades Installing the wiper blades Push the new wiper blade onto the Moving the wiper blades to a vertical retaining pin on the wiper arm in the position opposite direction to the arrow. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO Make sure that the wiper blade slides fully Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the onto the retaining pin on the wiper arm.
Page 263: Climate Control
Useful information ......262 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 262 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 263 Setting the air vents ......268...
Page 264: Useful Information
Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period Useful information during warm weather, e.g. using the convenience opening feature ( page 89). This Operator's Manual describes all This will speed up the cooling process and models and all standard and optional the desired vehicle interior temperature equipment of your vehicle available at the will be reached more quickly.
Page 265: Operating The Climate Control Systems
Operating the climate control systems Automatic climate control panel Sets climate control to automatic mode, left ( page 264) Sets the temperature, left ( page 265) Sets the airflow, left ( page 265) Defrosts the windshield ( page 265) Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 267) Switches climate control on /off( page 263)
Page 266: Activating/Deactivating Cooling With Air Dehumidification
Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Problems with the cooling with air dehumidification function Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. If you can no longer switch on the cooling with air dehumidification function via COMAND, To activate: press the ^ rocker switch the cooling with air dehumidification function up or down.
Page 267: Setting
Operating the climate control systems _ Directs air through the defroster, Setting the temperature center, side and footwell vents b Directs air through the defroster, center and side air vents W Sets the air distribution to automatic The air distribution can be set using COMAND page 240).
Page 268: Defrosting The Windows
Operating the climate control systems Windows fogged up on the outside To deactivate: press the ¬ rocker switch up or down. Switch on the windshield wipers. The indicator lamp in the ¬ rocker Activate automatic climate control. switch goes out. The previously selected You should only select this setting until settings come into effect again.
Page 269 Operating the climate control systems Air-recirculation mode deactivates Activating/deactivating air- automatically: recirculation mode after approximately five minutes at You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if outside temperatures below unpleasant odors are entering the vehicle approximately 41 ‡ (5 †) from outside.
Page 270: Setting The Center Air Vents
Setting the air vents Setting the air vents Center vent thumbwheel, left Center air vent, left Important safety notes To open/close: turn thumbwheels = WARNING and ? up or down. When operating the climate control, the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents can be very hot or very Setting the side air vents cold (depending on the set temperature).
Page 271: Rear
Setting the air vents Setting the rear-compartment air vents Setting the center vents in the rear compartment To switch the ventilation on/off: push rocker switch down ; or up :. Setting the glove box air vent Rear-compartment air vent, left When automatic climate control is activated, Rear-compartment air vent, right the glove box can be ventilated, for instance...
Page 273 Useful information ......272 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle 272 Driving ..........272 Automatic transmission ....279 Refueling ..........286 Parking ..........289 Driving tips ........292 Driving systems ........ 296...
Page 274: Useful Information
Driving Additional breaking-in notes for AMG Useful information vehicles: This Operator's Manual describes all do not drive faster than 85 mph models and all standard and optional (140 km/h) for the first 1,000 miles equipment of your vehicle available at the (1,500 km).
Page 275: Start/Stop Button
SmartKey positions in the ignition lock. This ! CL 63 AMG: at low engine oil is only the case if you are not depressing the temperatures below 68 ‡ (+20 †), the brake pedal.
Page 276: Starting The Engine
Driving Insert Start/Stop button : into ignition Starting the engine lock ;. Important safety notes When you insert Start/Stop button : WARNING into ignition lock ;, the system requires a Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your detection time of approximately health.
Page 277: Hill Start Assist
Driving Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engine you depress the brake pedal. Only then is the parking lock released. If you do not WARNING depress the brake pedal, you can move the As long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle, the DIRECT SELECT lever but the parking lock vehicle can be started.
Page 278: Eco Start/Stop Function
The ECO start/stop function is only available depressed with the transmission in position for the CL 63 AMG. D or N. The ECO start/stop function is only available in drive program C.
Page 279: Deactivating/Activating
Driving no engine-relevant diagnostics are active. If drive program S or M has been selected, the ECO start/stop function is always the driver's door is closed and the seat belt deactivated. is fastened. Activating Automatic engine start Activate the ECO start/stop function using The engine is started automatically if you: COMAND ( page 235).
Page 280 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the SmartKey in the ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.
Page 281: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns Automatic transmission to its original position. The current Important safety notes transmission position P, R, N or D appears in the transmission position display WARNING page 280) in the multifunction display. It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P or Engaging park position P neutral position N if the engine speed is...
Page 282: Engaging Drive Position
Automatic transmission Neutral N with ECO start/stop function Using KEYLESS-GO: activated make sure that the ignition is switched on. The ECO start/stop function switches the when the vehicle is stationary, depress the engine off automatically if: brake pedal and keep it depressed. engage park position P.
Page 283: Transmission Positions
Automatic transmission Transmission positions Park position Do not shift the transmission into position P unless the vehicle is stationary. The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking. In addition to engaging the parking lock, you must always apply the electric parking brake to secure the vehicle.
Page 284: Changing Gear
Automatic transmission Changing gear could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. This automatic Program selector button gearshifting behavior is determined by: General information a shift range restriction, if selected the selected drive program The program selector button influences:...
Page 285: Automatic Drive Program
Automatic transmission the vehicle pulling away more gently in For further information on the automatic forward and reverse gears, unless the drive program, see ( page 283). accelerator pedal is depressed fully AMG vehicles: only change from automatic increased sensitivity. This improves driving drive program C or S to manual drive program stability on slippery road surfaces, for M when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 286: Manual Drive Program
Automatic transmission Selecting the ideal shift range 5 To use the braking effect of the engine on downhill gradients and Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle for driving: shifter and hold it in position. The automatic transmission shifts to the on steep mountain roads gear which allows optimum acceleration in mountainous terrain...
Page 287: Manual Drive Program
Automatic transmission Before the engine speed reaches the red area, an upshift indicator appears in the multifunction display. Gear indicator Upshift indicator Downshifting Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter ( page 283). The automatic transmission shifts down to the next gear. If you brake the vehicle or stop without shifting down, the automatic transmission will shift down to a gear that will allow the...
Page 288: Emergency Mode
Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 289: Refueling
Refueling ! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS- gasoline engine. Even small amounts of the wrong fuel result in damage to the fuel The position of the fuel filler cap 8 is system and engine.
Page 290 Refueling Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehicle. Otherwise, the locking pin of the central locking prevents the fuel filler flap from closing.
Page 291: Switching Off
Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of explosion or fire vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it immediately ( page 273).
Page 292: Parking Brake
Parking pressing and holding the Start/Stop button WARNING for 3 seconds. This function operates Keep in mind that turning off the engine alone independently from the ECO start/stop only will shift the automatic transmission into automatic engine switch-off function. neutral position N automatically. Always shift the automatic transmission into park position P before turning off the engine.
Page 293: Parking
Parking If your seat belt is not fastened, the following The electric parking brake can only be conditions must be fulfilled to automatically released: release the electric parking brake: if the SmartKey is in position 1 in the ignition lock or the driver's door is closed.
Page 294: Drinking And Driving
Driving tips If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than Warm up the engine at low engine speeds. six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as Avoid frequent acceleration or braking. a result of lack of use. Have all maintenance work carried out as Visit a qualified specialist workshop and indicated by the service intervals in the seek advice.
Page 295: Driving Tips
If you must drive under these drive train. This type of damage is not conditions, drive only with at least one covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. window fully open at all times. Heavy and light loads Certain engine systems are designed to keep...
Page 296: Maintenance
Mercedes-Benz Center to obtain further To avoid this danger, you should: information first. Otherwise, you could occasionally brake carefully, without damage the drive train or the brake system.
Page 297: High-Performance Brake System
The high-performance brake system is hydroplaning occurring, even if: installed only on the CL 63 AMG and you drive at low speeds. CL 65 AMG. the tires have adequate tread depth.
Page 298: Driving System
Driving systems If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be Winter driving stopped when moving at low speed: Important safety notes Shift the transmission to position N. WARNING For more information on driving with If the vehicle becomes trapped in snow, snow chains, see ( page 457).
Page 299: Setting A Speed
Driving systems Accelerate the vehicle to the desired traffic because conditions do not allow safe speed. driving at a constant speed. Briefly press the cruise control lever The use of the cruise control can be up : or down ;. dangerous on slippery roads.
Page 300: Deactivating
Driving systems Control Off message in the multifunction of the vehicle could cause an accident and/ display for approximately five seconds. or serious injury to you and others. When you switch off the engine, the last Press the cruise control lever up : for a speed stored is cleared.
Page 301 Driving systems warranties, and is not permitted by the Non-compliance could lead you to cause an FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in accident in which you and/or others could be any non-approved way. seriously injured. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to WARNING operate the equipment.
Page 302 Driving systems WARNING WARNING The DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take road and Your undivided attention to street and traffic traffic conditions into account. Only use the conditions is necessary at all times whether DISTRONIC PLUS if the road, weather and DISTRONIC PLUS is active or not. traffic conditions make it advisable to travel The use of DISTRONIC PLUS can be at a constant speed.
Page 303: Driving Systems
Driving systems Storing the current speed or calling up the with your own braking. This will result in last stored speed potentially dangerous emergency braking which will not always result in an impact being Setting the specified minimum distance avoided. Tailgating increases the risk of an accident.
Page 304 Driving systems Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards Pulling away you ?, or press it up : or down ;. If the vehicle in front pulls away: remove DISTRONIC PLUS is selected. your foot from the brake pedal. Press the cruise control lever repeatedly Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards up : or down ;...
Page 305 Driving systems If these conditions are fulfilled, your vehicle If you wish to leave the vehicle or park it, is accelerated. Acceleration will be deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and secure the interrupted if changing lanes takes too long vehicle against rolling away. or if the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front becomes too small.
Page 306: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance
Driving systems up : or down ; beyond the pressure conditions, traffic, driver's preferred driving point. style and applicable laws and driving The last speed stored is increased or recommendations for safe following distance. decreased every time the cruise control lever is pushed up : or down ;.
Page 307: Displays In The Multifunction Display
Driving systems Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is For design reasons, the speed displayed activated in the speedometer may differ slightly from the speed set for DISTRONIC PLUS. Select the Distance display function using the on-board computer If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front, page 347).
Page 308: Distronic Plus
Driving systems When you deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS, the WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS Off message is shown in The DISTRONIC PLUS works to maintain the the multifunction display for approximately speed selected by the driver unless a moving five seconds. obstacle proceeding directly ahead of it in the same travel direction is detected (e.g.
Page 309 Driving systems The ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehicles when cornering is limited. Your vehicle in front on the edge of the road, vehicle may brake unexpectedly or late. because of its narrow width. The distance to the vehicle in front will be too short.
Page 310: Hold Function
Driving systems HOLD function to be set in motion by other means (e.g. in a car wash or by towing). General notes The HOLD function can assist the driver in the Deactivating the HOLD function following situations: The HOLD function is deactivated when pulling away, especially on steep automatically if: slopes...
Page 311: Adaptive Damping System (Ads)
Driving systems AIRMATIC Vehicle level Important safety notes Your vehicle regulates its height automatically. All-round level control ensures the best possible suspension and constant ground clearance, even with a laden vehicle. When you drive fast, the vehicle is lowered automatically to improve driving safety and to reduce fuel consumption.
Page 312: Setting The Vehicle Level
Driving systems The damping is tuned individually to each AIRMATIC COMFORT message appears wheel and depends on: in the multifunction display. your driving style, e.g. sporty the road surface condition, e.g. bumps Active Body Control (ABC) your individual selection, i.e. sports or comfort Vehicle level Your selection remains stored even if you...
Page 313: Active Body Control
Driving systems Setting raised level Sports tuning Start the engine. The firmer suspension tuning in Sport mode ensures even better contact with the road. If indicator lamp ; is not lit: Select this mode when employing a sporty Press button :. driving style, e.g.
Page 314: Parktronic
! Never tow the vehicle with one axle raised. This may damage the transfer case. Damage of this sort is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must remain either on the ground or be fully raised. Observe the instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels in full contact with the ground.
Page 315: Warning Display
Driving systems Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash, the compressed-air brakes on a truck or a pneumatic drill could cause PARKTRONIC to malfunction. PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain. Minimum distance Center approximately 8in (approximately 20cm) Side view Corners approximately 8in...
Page 316: Deactivating/Activating
Driving systems yellow segments showing operational If indicator lamp ; lights up, PARKTRONIC is readiness = light up. deactivated. The selected transmission position PARKTRONIC is automatically activated determines which warning display is active when you turn the SmartKey to position 2 when the engine is running.
Page 317: Parking Guidance
Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
Page 318: Detecting Parking Spaces
Driving systems when transporting a load which protrudes WARNING from your vehicle, you must not use Parking Objects located above the height range of Guidance. Parking Guidance will not be detected when never use Parking Guidance with snow the parking space is measured. These objects chains or an emergency spare wheel are not taken into account when the parking mounted.
Page 319 Driving systems Guidance only shows parking spaces on the Stop the vehicle when the blue parking passenger side in the default setting. Parking space symbol shows the desired parking spaces on the driver's side are displayed as space in the instrument cluster. soon as the turn signal on the driver's side is Engage reverse gear.
Page 320 Driving systems Countersteering Steering tips Red lane indicating the route the vehicle Red lane indicating the route the vehicle will take with the steering wheel in its will take with the steering wheel in its current position current position Yellow lane indicating the route the Yellow lane indicating the route the vehicle will take when you have turned the vehicle will take when you have turned the...
Page 321: Rear View Camera
Driving systems The rear view camera is located in the handle strip of the trunk lid. Final position Depending on the size of the parking space, you may now be in an angled position in the Rear view camera parking space. If possible, Parking Guidance will guide you as far back as possible towards View through the camera the rear limit of the parking space.
Page 322 In this case, have the position and the setting of the camera checked at a specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you consult a Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. Do not use the rear view camera in these situations.
Page 323: Attention Assist
Driving systems if you are predominantly driving slower ATTENTION ASSIST than 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster than Important safety notes 112 mph (180 km/h) if you are currently using COMAND or ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, making a telephone call with it monotonous journeys such as on freeways and interstate highways.
Page 324: Night View Assist Plus
Driving systems ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you The system may be impaired or unavailable if: continue your journey and starts assessing there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, your tiredness again if: rain, fog or heavy spray. you switch off the engine. the windshield is dirty, fogged up or you take off your seat belt and open the covered, for instance by a sticker, in the...
Page 325: With Spotlight Function
Driving systems Pedestrian recognition Spotlight function Pedestrian recognition with spotlight WARNING function is activated automatically if: Pedestrian recognition may be impaired or Night View Assist Plus with spotlight inoperative if: function is activated. pedestrians are partially or entirely you are driving faster than 28 mph obscured by objects, e.g.
Page 326 Driving systems Symbols for the active spotlight function To activate: activate Adaptive Highbeam Symbol for stationary vehicle and when Assist ( page 254). driving on well-lit roads Press button :. Symbol at speeds above approximately The Night View Assist Plus with spotlight 6 mph (10 km/h) function display appears in the Symbol at speeds above approximately...
Page 327: View Assist Plus Without Spotlight Function
Driving systems If you push the combination switch forward beyond the point of resistance again, both systems are reactivated. To deactivate: press button : again. Deactivate Adaptive Highbeam Assist page 254). If you do not wish to use the spotlight function, you first need to deactivate Night View Assist Plus and then activate it again without the spotlight function...
Page 328 Driving systems Fogged up or dirty windshield If the windshield in front of the camera is fogged up or dirty on the inside or outside, the Night View Assist Plus display is affected. WARNING Always remember that you must concentrate primarily on driving the vehicle.
Page 329: Active Driving Assistance Package
Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Plus Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The picture quality of The windshield wipers are smearing the windshield. Night View Assist Plus Replace the wiper blades ( page 258). has deteriorated. The windshield is smeared after the vehicle has been cleaned in a car wash.
Page 330 Driving systems attentive driving. You are responsible for the vehicle's speed, braking in good time, and steering correctly. Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions. Always pay attention to traffic conditions and your surroundings. Otherwise, you may fail to recognize dangers in time, cause an accident and injure yourself and others.
Page 331 Driving systems Due to the nature of the system: from the side. When you overtake a vehicle, the warning only occurs if the difference in warnings may be issued in error when speed is less than 7 mph (12 km/h). driving close to crash barriers or similar The yellow indicator lamp goes out if reverse solid lane borders.
Page 332: Active Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ® ® or PRE-SAFE Brake. ® is switched off. a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is detected. Switching on Active Blind Spot Assist WARNING Make sure that Active Blind Spot Assist is activated in the on-board computer Active Blind Spot Assist is only an aid page 348)
Page 333 Driving systems Warning vibration in the steering wheel display unit is selected, the assistance range begins at 40 mph. A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking. It will warn you WARNING by means of intermittent vibration in the Active Lane Keeping Assist does not keep steering wheel for up to 1.5 seconds.
Page 334 Driving systems application also slightly reduces vehicle cause an accident and injure yourself and speed. others. If a lane-correcting brake application occurs, No lane-correcting brake application occurs the following, for example, appears in the multifunction display: you clearly and actively steer, brake or accelerate.
Page 335 Driving systems Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on-board computer ( page 349). Symbol : appears in the instrument cluster. If your speed exceeds 40 mph (60 km/h) and lane markings are detected, symbol : is highlighted in green. Active Lane Keeping Assist is ready for use.
Page 337 Useful information ......336 Important safety notes ....336 Displays and operation ....336 Menus and submenus ...... 339 Display messages ......352 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......389...
Page 338: Useful Information
"At a glance" section the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to an authorized page 35). Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages. WARNING The driver's concentration must always be directed primarily at road traffic.
Page 339: Operating The On-Board Computer
Displays and operation ! A display message is shown if the coolant temperature is too high. If the coolant temperature is over 248 ‡(120 †), do not continue driving. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Tachometer The red band in the tachometer indicates the engine's overrevving range.
Page 340 Displays and operation Selects a menu 9:Press briefly: Selects a function or scrolls through lists In the Audio menu: selects a stored station, an audio track or a video scene In the Telephone menu: switches to Menu bar the phone book and selects a name or a telephone number Description field 9:Press and hold:...
Page 341: Menu Overview
Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Menu overview The number of menus shown depends on the optional equipment in the vehicle. Function Trip menu ( page 340) Navi menu (navigation instructions) ( page 341) Audio menu ( page 342) menu in AMG vehicles ( page 343) Telephone menu (...
Page 342: Digital Speedometer
Menus and submenus the ignition has been switched off for more Trip menu than four hours. Standard display 999 hours have been exceeded. 9999 miles have been exceeded. When 9,999 hours or 99,999 miles have been exceeded, the trip computer is automatically reset From Reset.
Page 343 Menus and submenus Route guidance not active Digital speedometer Direction of travel Resetting values Current street You can reset the values of the following functions: Route guidance active trip odometer No change of direction announced trip computer "From start" trip computer "From reset" Press the = or ;...
Page 344: Audio Menu
Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the display = next to the symbol for the change navigation system of direction ;. This decreases in size as you approach the announced change of direction. O: you have reached the destination or an intermediate destination.
Page 345: Operation
Menus and submenus To select a stored station: briefly press If track information is stored on the audio device or medium, the multifunction display the 9 or : button. will show the number and name of the track. To select a station from the station The current track does not appear in audio list: press and briefly hold the : or AUX mode (Auxiliary audio mode: external...
Page 346: Racetimer
Avoid driving at full engine output during this time. time. The intermediate time is displayed for five seconds. CL 63 AMG: the status of the ECO start/ stop function ( page 276) is also shown. To stop: press the W button to stop the RACETIMER.
Page 347: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus Timing starts for a new lap. The new lap is Press the : button to select timed from when the intermediate time is press the a button to confirm. called up. All laps are deleted. Overall statistics This function is shown if you have stored at least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER.
Page 348: Telephone Menu
Menus and submenus You will see one of the following display messages in the multifunction display: Telephone ready or the name of the network provider: the mobile phone has found a network and is ready to receive. Service: no network is available, or the mobile phone is searching for a network.
Page 349: Assistance Menu
Menus and submenus Redialing While the on-board computer reads in the SIM card: The on-board computer saves the last names you can dial a telephone number from the or numbers dialed in the redial memory redial list (Calls Dialed list). (Calls Dialed list).
Page 350: Activating/Deactivating
Menus and submenus ® To activate: press a again. Deactivating/activating ESP The å warning lamp in the instrument WARNING cluster goes out. Under no circumstances should you ® ® deactivate ESP when the ÷ ESP ® Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE warning lamp in the instrument cluster Brake flashes.
Page 351: Service Menu
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the Settings menu steering wheel to select the DriveAssist Introduction menu. Press 9 or : to select Blind Spot Settings menu can be used for: Assist. Switching the daytime running lamps on/ Press the a button.
Page 352: Additional Speedometer
Menus and submenus Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist The digital speedometer shows alternative on/off speed units ( page 350). Press the = or ; button on the Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Settings steering wheel to select the Settings menu.
Page 353 Menus and submenus Press a to confirm. To activate/deactivate: press the a button again.
Page 354: Display Messages
WARNING All categories of messages contain important information which should be taken note of and, where a malfunction is indicated, addressed as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair the condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury.
Page 355: Display Message
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability ® Program), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and Currently hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. Unavailable See ®...
Page 356 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
Page 357 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. Currently ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed. Unavailable See In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the Operator's Manual instrument cluster.
Page 358 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction. Inoperative See ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed. Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷...
Page 359: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, PRE- ® SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due ÷ to a malfunction. ® Inoperative See BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed.
Page 360 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp lights up. The yellow F (USA only )/! (Canada only) warning lamp lights up and a warning tone sounds. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning and the braking effect is restricted.
Page 361 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp lights The power supply for the electric parking brake was interrupted. Pull the electric parking brake handle. Pull away carefully. Pull the electric parking brake handle until the display message disappears.
Page 362 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow F (USA only)/! (Canada only) warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for approximately ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
Page 363: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is a malfunction in the system. The brake system continues (USA to operate normally. only) (Canada Drive on carefully. only) Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Service See Operator's Manual There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA Additionally, the red $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning only)
Page 364: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE ® PRE-SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Function Currently the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim is dirty Limited See function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. Operator's Manual the sensors in the bumpers are dirty.
Page 365: Airbag Malfunction
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions SRS has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Front Left SRS WARNING Malfunction Service Required The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be Front Right SRS triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not Malfunction...
Page 366 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is disabled during the journey, even Airbag Disabled though: See Operator's an adult Manual a person larger than a certain size is occupying the front- passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
Page 367 Display messages WARNING If the 42 indicator lamp remains lit with an adult occupant on the front-passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use the front- passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 368 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even Airbag Enabled though: See Operator's a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the Manual system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional...
Page 369: Lights
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp remains lit or goes out depends on how OCS classifies the occupant. If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating correctly. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. WARNING If the 42 indicator lamp remains off even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any children twelve years old and under and other small individuals use the...
Page 370: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Front Left page 256). Turn Signal Check Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Front Right Turn Signal The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is...
Page 371: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left-hand or right-hand front fog lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Left Fog page 256). Lamp Check Right Fog Lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The left-hand or right-hand rear fog lamp is defective.
Page 372: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand daytime running lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Left Daytime page 256). Running Light Check Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Right Daytime Running Light The active light function is defective.
Page 373: Engine
Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. ! Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Check Coolant cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Level See Oper. Manual Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so page 424).
Page 374 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fan motor is faulty. At coolant temperatures under 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the next qualified specialist workshop. Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain, and stop-and-go traffic. The coolant is too hot.
Page 375: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 376 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles without an oil dipstick: the engine oil level is too low. There is a risk of engine damage. Engine Oil Level Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, Low Stop Vehicle paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 377: Display Message
Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions À Based on specific criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has determined that the driver is tired or paying less attention. A warning tone also Attention Assist: sounds. Drowsiness If necessary, take a break. Detected During long journeys, take regular breaks in good time so you get enough rest.
Page 378 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Á You have attempted to activate Night View Assist Plus in the daytime. Night View Assist Night View Assist Plus can only be activated when it is dark. Only When It Is Dark ¨...
Page 379: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The ABC (Active Body Control) vehicle level is too low. Malfunction Stop Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying Vehicle attention to road and traffic conditions. After a few seconds, the vehicle level is adjusted and the display message disappears.
Page 380: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors The radar sensor system is deactivated. Deactivated See Switch on the radar sensor system ( page 350). Oper. Manual Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily Active Lane inoperative.
Page 381: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Possible Assist causes are: Currently the sensors are dirty. Unavailable See function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. Operator's Manual the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature range.
Page 382: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Parking Guidance Parking Guidance is deactivated. Possible causes are: Canceled the vehicle is skidding. the sensors are dirty. a malfunction has occurred. Reactivate Parking Guidance later ( page 315). If the parking space symbol does not appear in the multifunction display at speeds below 19 mph (30 km/h): Clean the sensors ( page 431).
Page 383 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Currently Unavailable See the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim is dirty Operator's Manual function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the sensors in the bumpers are dirty.
Page 384: Tires
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise Control Cruise control is defective. A warning tone also sounds. Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop. A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. Cruise Control --- mph You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for example.
Page 385 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. tire(s) A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 386 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Wheel sensor(s) There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several wheels. The pressure of the affected tire is not displayed in the missing multifunction display. Have the faulty tire pressure sensor replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 387: Vehicle
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. WARNING tire pressure Check tire(s) With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 388: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Auxiliary Battery The auxiliary battery for the automatic transmission is discharged. Malfunction If there is a malfunction in the vehicle's electrical system, you may not be able to change the transmission position. (Red display message) Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 389: Smartkey
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At least one door is open. Close all the doors. The driver's or front passenger's seat backrest is not engaged. The seat belt will have no effect. Lock Seat Backrest Push the backrest back until it engages. Front Left Lock Seat Backrest...
Page 390 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â This display message is displayed for a maximum of 60 seconds and is simply a reminder. Don't Forget Your You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off. The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the ignition lock.
Page 391: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. After starting the engine, the red seat Fasten your seat belt (...
Page 392: Brakes
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. J (Canada only) WARNING The red brake system The braking effect may be impaired. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.
Page 393: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. ® BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, ESP (Electronic Stability The yellow ABS warning ® ® Program), PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and lamp is lit while the...
Page 394 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If the warning lamp is still on: Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display. Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ® EBD is malfunctioning. Therefore, ABS, BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP ®...
Page 395: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) ® ABS and ESP are malfunctioning. Therefore, BAS, BAS PLUS, ® ® EBD, PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and hill J (Canada only) start assist, for example, are not available either.
Page 396 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷å ® ® ® , BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction. ®...
Page 397: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) The electric parking brake is temporarily malfunctioning or defective. ! (Canada only) Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction The red indicator lamp display.
Page 398: Check Engine Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check in the engine management Engine warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.
Page 399: Distance Warning
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions · You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at too high a speed. The red distance warning lamp lights up Be prepared to brake immediately.
Page 400: Tire Pressure Monitor
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. USA only: The yellow tire pressure WARNING monitor warning lamp With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the (pressure loss/ following hazards:...
Page 401 Useful information ......400 Loading guidelines ......400 Stowage areas ........400 Features ..........403...
Page 402: Glove Box
Stowage areas vehicle (including occupants). The values Useful information are specified on the vehicle identification plate on the driver's door frame. This Operator's Manual describes all position heavy loads as far forwards as models and all standard and optional possible and as low down in the trunk as equipment of your vehicle available at the possible.
Page 403: Eyeglasses Compartment
Stowage areas a remote control (see the COMAND section To open: press marking :. in this Operator's Manual). Stowage compartment under the armrest The glove box can be ventilated The º Roadside Assistance call button page 269). page 409) and the E MB Info call button ( page 410) are located in the stowage compartment under the armrest.
Page 404: Cargo Tie Down Rings
Stowage areas To open: fold down the seat armrest. thrown around inside the vehicle and cause Pull handle : and fold the armrests injury to vehicle occupants. upwards. Storage bags cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident. Stowage box between the rear seats Storage bags are located in the rear compartment on the driver's and front-...
Page 405: Cup Holders
Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury. Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident.
Page 406: Sun Visor
Features Sun visors Overview of sun visors WARNING Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while the vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others. To open: press marking :. To remove: pull the cup holder upwards in the direction of the arrow by silver handle ;.
Page 407: Ashtray
Features At temperatures below Ò4 ‡ (Ò20 †), the Rear window roller sunblind roller sunblind is deactivated. Important safety notes WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system, or with access to an...
Page 408: Cigarette Lighter
Features To re-install the insert: press insert = into the holder until it engages. To close: press cover : briefly at the front. The cover moves back. Cigarette lighter WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Page 409: System
Features Socket in the glove box If you have questions about the activation, contact one of the following telephone hotlines: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-888-990-9007 Canada: Customer Service at 1-888-923-8367 Shortly after successfully registering with the mbrace service, a user ID and password will be sent to you by mail.
Page 410: Emergency Call
Features To adjust the volume during an mbrace call, Have the system checked at the nearest proceed as follows: authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines: Press the W or X button on the USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance multifunction steering wheel.
Page 411: Roadside Assistance Button
Shortly after the emergency call has been Press SOS button ; briefly. initiated, a voice connection is automatically The indicator lamp in SOS button ; established between the Mercedes-Benz flashes until the emergency call is Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle concluded.
Page 412: Mb Info Call Button
Press and hold Roadside Assistance established. button : for more than two seconds. This may be because the corresponding This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz mobile phone network is not available. Customer Assistance Center. The indicator Call Failed message appears in the lamp in Roadside Assistance button : multifunction display.
Page 413: Call Priority
If a cellular phone network is available and there is sufficient GPS reception, the mbrace Call priority system transmits data to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, for example: When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency current location of the vehicle call can still be initiated.
Page 414: Search & Send
Example: in the address book. If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then The Destination Download function is 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address available if the corresponding mobile will be sent to your vehicle. phone network is available and data When the "Send" dialog window appears: transfer is possible.
Page 415: Vehicle Remote Unlocking
SmartKey is not available. The are no longer nearby. The vehicle can then be vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes-Benz locked by the Mercedes-Benz Customer Customer Assistance Center.
Page 416: Garage Door Opener
This function door. allows the Mercedes-Benz Center to improve appointment planning significantly and WARNING ensures that your vehicle receives the best Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust service possible.
Page 417 Features mirror at a distance of 2 to 8 inches (5 to Notes on the declaration of conformity . 20 cm). USA: FCC ID: CB2HMIHL4 The required distance between remote Canada: IC: 279B-HMIHL4 control A and the integrated garage door opener depends on the garage door drive Programming the integrated garage system.
Page 418: Opening/Closing The Garage Door
Features Problems when programming Usually, you now have 30seconds to initiate the next step. If you are experiencing problems programming the integrated garage door Press previously programmed button ;, opener on the rear-view mirror, take note of = or ? of the integrated garage door the following instructions: opener until the door closes.
Page 419: Floormats
Features Please also read the operating instructions Do not place several floormats on top of each for the garage door system. other as this may impair pedal movement. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. Press button ;, = or ? which you have programmed to operate the garage door.
Page 420 Features Vehicles with Night View Assist Areas permeable to radio waves (to the left of the rain sensor cover) Rain sensor cover Areas permeable to radio waves In order to operate radio-controlled equipment, e.g. toll recording systems, areas : and = on the windshield are permeable to radio waves.
Page 421 Useful information ......420 Engine compartment ......420 Maintenance ........426 Care ............ 427...
Page 422: Useful Information
Engine compartment Useful information WARNING To avoid injury, stay clear of moving parts This Operator's Manual describes all when the hood is open and the engine is models and all standard and optional running. equipment of your vehicle available at the The radiator fan may continue to run for time of publication of the Operator's approximately 30seconds or may even restart...
Page 423: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Pull release lever : for the hood. Engine oil The hood is released. Notes on the oil level ! Make sure that the windshield wipers are Depending on the driving style, the vehicle not folded away from the windshield. You consumes up to 0.9 US qts (0.8 l) of oil over could otherwise damage the windshield a distance of 600 miles (1,000 km).
Page 424: On-Board Computer
Engine compartment Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide tube to the stop, and take it out again. If the level is between MIN mark = and MAX mark ;, the oil level is correct. If the oil level has dropped to MIN mark = or below, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of engine oil.
Page 425 Engine compartment Display messages The measurement takes a few seconds. You will see one of the following messages in the multifunction display: Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The oil level is correct. Engine Oil Level OK Add 1.0 l Engine The oil level is too low.
Page 426 Ensure that the cap locks into place Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service securely. Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Check the oil level again with the oil center. dipstick ( page 421) or the on-board Damage to the engine or exhaust system is computer ( page 422).
Page 427: Brake Fluid Level
If necessary, add coolant that has been Do not add brake fluid. This does not tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. correct the malfunction. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far Only check the brake fluid level when the as it will go.
Page 428: Maintenance
Resetting the service interval display A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an Hiding a service message authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset Press the % or a button on the the service interval display after the steering wheel. necessary service work has been carried out.
Page 429: Care
! Do not park the vehicle for an extended Driving abroad period straight after cleaning it, particularly An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network after having cleaned the wheels with wheel is also available in other countries. You can cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause...
Page 430: Power Washer
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car Do not open the driver's door or front- shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. passenger door when the engine is Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a switched off. Otherwise, the automatic gentle jet of water.
Page 431: Matte Finish
Care trim to painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the paintwork. ventilation slots Damaged seals or electrical components If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint can lead to leaks or failures. surface, use the paint care products recommended and approved by Mercedes- Benz.
Page 432: Exterior Lights
Deposits such as leaves, petals cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car and pollen may under certain shampoo. Or clean the exterior lighting circumstances prevent water from draining with cleaning cloths.
Page 433: Interior
Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn signals using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo. Cleaning cloths may be used as well. Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean Cleaning the sensors camera lens :.
Page 434: Plastic Trim
Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth. Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. The surface may change color temporarily. Wait until the surface is dry again. Fold down the camera cover by recess :.
Page 435: Carpets
Care Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or agents that have been tested and selector lever approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain these from a qualified specialist Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use workshop. leather care agents that have been...
Page 437 Useful information ......436 Where will I find...? ......436 Flat tire ..........437 Battery ..........442 Jump-starting ........445 Towing and tow-starting ....446 Fuses ..........449...
Page 438: Useful Information
Where will I find...? Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 439: Flat Tire
Mercedes-Benz Center. Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to Prepare the vehicle as described traffic conditions when doing so.
Page 440: Raising The Vehicle
Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 441 Flat tire and inserting wheel chocks. Never disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised. the jack must be placed on a firm, flat and non-slip surface. On a loose surface, a large, load-bearing underlay must be used. On a slippery surface, a non-slip underlay must be used, e.g.
Page 442: Mounting A New Wheel
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Be sure to use the original-length wheel bolts when refitting the original wheel after it has been repaired.
Page 443: Lowering
Flat tire Slide the emergency spare wheel onto the WARNING alignment bolt and push it on. The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts and bolts are not tightened to the specified Tighten the wheel bolts until they are tightening torque.
Page 444: Important Safety Notes
Battery MOExtended tires may only be used in When replacing one or all tires, make sure conjunction with the activated tire pressure that you only use tires marked loss warning system or with the activated tire MOExtended. Also ensure that they are of pressure monitoring system.
Page 445: Battery
Battery Battery acid is caustic. rubbing against textiles. For this reason, you Avoid contact with the skin, also should not pull or push the battery over eyes or clothing. carpets or other synthetic materials. Wear suitable protective Never touch the battery first. First, touch the clothing, in particular outside body of the vehicle in order to release gloves, an apron and a face...
Page 446: Operation
Never charge a battery still installed in the vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charging and cause explosions that may result in paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.
Page 447: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting WARNING Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting. You might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
Page 448: Important Safety Notes
Towing and tow-starting Position number A identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Remove the cover from positive terminal :. Connect positive terminal : on your vehicle to positive terminal ; of donor battery A using the jumper cable, beginning with your own battery.
Page 449: Towing And Tow-Starting
Towing and tow-starting The battery must be connected and charged. engine is not running. You will need more Otherwise, you: force to steer and brake, you may have to depress the brake pedal with maximum force. cannot turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock Before towing away, make sure that the steering can be moved and is not locked.
Page 450: Removing The Towing Eye
Towing and tow-starting Press the mark on cover : inwards in the vehicle. Adapt your style of driving direction of the arrow. accordingly. Take cover : off the opening. The automatic transmission automatically Screw the towing eye in clockwise to the shifts to position P when you open the driver's stop and tighten it.
Page 451: Fuses
Shift the automatic transmission to position P. Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and that have the Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the correct fuse rating for the systems ignition lock and remove the SmartKey concerned.
Page 452: Dashboard Fuse Box
Fuses Fuse box in the engine compartment on the left-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed in the direction of travel Fuse box in the engine compartment on the right-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed in the direction of travel The fuse allocation chart is in the vehicle document wallet.
Page 453 Fuses Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth. To open: open clamps ;. Remove cover ; upwards. To close: check whether the rubber seal is lying correctly in cover ;. Put cover ; back in position. Fold down cover : and close clamps ;.
Page 455: Wheels And Tires
Useful information ......454 Important safety notes ....454 Operation ........... 454 Winter operation ....... 456 Tire pressure ........458 Loading the vehicle ......464 Maximum load rating ....... 468 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards .......... 469 Tire labeling ........470 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..........
Page 456: Useful Information
While driving, pay attention to vibrations, Accessories that are not approved for your noises and unusual handling vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being characteristics, e.g. pulling to one side. used correctly can impair the operating This may indicate that the wheels or tires safety.
Page 457: Wet Road Surface
Operation check the wheels and tires for damage. approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Hidden tire damage could also be causing Do not use any other valve caps or systems, the unusual handling characteristics. If you e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.
Page 458: Breakdown Assistance
Mercedes-Benz. Bar indicator : for tread wear is integrated Notes on driving with MOExtended tires in the into the tire tread.
Page 459: Winter Operation
WARNING that have been specially approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a M+S tires with a tire tread depth of less than corresponding standard of quality. ã in (4 mm) are not suitable for use in winter and do not provide sufficient traction.
Page 460: Recommended
Tire pressure chassis. This could result in damage to the Option 1) Tire and Loading Information vehicle or the tires. placard on the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle ( page 464). ! Vehicles with steel wheels: if you wish The Tire and Loading Information placard to mount snow chains on steel wheels, contains the recommended tire pressures for...
Page 461: Tire Pressure
Tire pressure Example: tire pressure table for all tires permitted If the tire pressures have been set to the for this vehicle by the factory lower values for lighter loads and/or lower If a tire size precedes a tire pressure, the tire road speeds, the pressures should be reset pressure information following is only valid to the higher values:...
Page 462 This can also result in tire pressure loss. There (depending on vehicle equipment) is a risk of an accident. Only screw the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for Underinflated or overinflated tires your vehicle onto the tire valve. Underinflation To test tire pressure, use a suitable tire pressure gauge.
Page 463: Maximum
Tire pressure Information on air pressure for the tires on severely impair the braking properties and the your vehicle can be found: driving characteristics. There is a risk of an accident. on the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard on the B-pillar Avoid tire pressures that are too high in all the tires, including the spare wheel.
Page 464: Important Safety Notes
Tire pressure multifunction display. For further information flash for approximately a minute and then on displaying this message, refer to the remain continuously illuminated. This "Checking the tire pressure electronically" sequence will be repeated every time the section ( page 463). vehicle is started as long as the malfunction exists.
Page 465: Checking The Tire Pressure Electronically
Tire pressure Checking the tire pressure The tire pressure monitor has a yellow electronically warning lamp in the instrument cluster for indicating pressure loss/malfunctions (USA) Make sure that the SmartKey is in position or pressure loss (Canada). Whether the 2 in the ignition lock ( page 273).
Page 466: Restarting
Loading the vehicle Press the = or ; button on the If the Tire Pressure(s) Please Correct message appears in the multifunction steering wheel to select the Service display: menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Check the tire pressure on all four wheels and correct it if necessary.
Page 467: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the vehicle Two instruction labels on your vehicle show maximum permissible load that applies for the maximum possible load. your vehicle can be found on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard. (1) The Tire and Loading Information placard is on the B-pillar on the driver's side.
Page 468 Loading the vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard. Determining the correct load limit Step-by-step instructions The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.
Page 469 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1 500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 465).
Page 470: Maximum Load Rating
Details can Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed be found on the vehicle identification plate on primarily to carry passengers and their the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle luggage.
Page 471: Maximum Tire Load
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The actual values for tires are vehicle- specific and may deviate from the values in the illustration. Where applicable, the tire grading information can be found on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum tire width.
Page 472: Labeling (Overview)
The following markings are on the tire in the freezing point. addition to the tire name (sales designation) Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum and the manufacturer's name: tread depth of ã in (4 mm) for all four winter tires ( page 456) to maintain normal driving characteristics in winter.
Page 473: Tire Labeling
Tire labeling ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by Tire size designation, load-bearing the tire height. capacity and speed rating Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents diagonal tires; "B" represents diagonal radial tires.
Page 474 CL 63 AMG (Performance Package) Example: 245/40 ZR 18 97 Y. In this CL 63 AMG with increased top speed example, "97 Y" is the service specification. CL 65 AMG with increased top speed The letter "Y"...
Page 475: Load Index
Tire labeling Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating for your vehicle as specified in the "Tires" section ( page 477), e.g. if you buy new tires. Further information about reading tire data can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop.
Page 476: Characteristics
Definition of terms for tires and loading Tire characteristics Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the vehicle is designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms (150 lb). Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A uniform standard to grade the quality of tires with regards to tread quality, tire traction and temperature characteristics.
Page 477: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading
Definition of terms for tires and loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Kilopascal (kPa) The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle Metric unit for tire pressure. 6.9 kPa load. The actual load on an axle must never corresponds to 1 psi. Another unit for tire exceed the gross axle weight rating.
Page 478: Occupant Distribution
Definition of terms for tires and loading optional extras, such as high-performance Aspect ratio brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high- Relationship between tire height and tire performance battery, are not included in the width in percent. curb weight and the weight of the accessories.
Page 479: Changing A Wheel
Wheel and tire combinations is rotated. Check the tire pressures. Points to remember Information on changing tires and mounting ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz the spare wheel ( page 437). recommends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by...
Page 480 , and are marked as follows: tires of the same size on a given axle MO = Mercedes-Benz Original (left/right) MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended the same type of tires at a given time (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) (summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended...
Page 481 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Summer tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 255/45 R18 99 Y 8.5 J x 18 H2 — — — MOExtended Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm) 255/45 R18 99 Y 8.5 J x 18 H2 —...
Page 482 Wheel and tire combinations All-weather tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S 8.5 J x 19 H2 — — Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm) 255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S 8.5 J x 19 H2 —...
Page 483: Technical Data
Useful information ......482 Notes on technical data ....482 Warranty ..........482 Identification plates ......482 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 484 Vehicle data ........490...
Page 484: Paint Code Number
29). Notes on technical data The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult a Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. Warranty Open the driver's door. You will see vehicle identification plate :.
Page 485: Engine Number
Identification plates Fold down the rear seat armrest. Open the trim. You will see vehicle identification number (VIN) :. Engine number Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Paint code The data shown on the identification plate is example data. This data is different for every vehicle and can deviate from the data shown here.
Page 486: Fuel
Engine number (stamped into the You can recognize service products approved crankcase) by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscription on the containers: VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) Emission control information plate, MB approval (e.g. MB approval 229.51) including the certification of both federal MB Approval (e.g.
Page 487: Premium-Grade Unleaded Gasoline
Model Total Diesel capacity Do not mix such fuels with the fuel CL 550 4MATIC 21.9 US gal recommended for your vehicle. Do not use (83.0 l) additives. This can otherwise lead to engine damage. This does not include cleaning CL 600 23.8 US gal...
Page 488: Additives
For further information, consult a the exhaust gas aftertreatment. qualified specialist workshop or on the The engine oils are matched to the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com (USA performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and only). service intervals. You should therefore only Information on refueling ( page 287).
Page 489: Viscosity
Further information on coolants can be oil with the appropriate SAE classification. found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Page 490: Washer Fluid
! Always use a suitable coolant mixture, Capacity even in countries where high temperatures Model Capacity prevail. Otherwise, the engine cooling system is not CL 550 4MATIC Approx. 14.5 US qt sufficiently protected from corrosion and (13.7 l) overheating. CL 600 Approx. 15.3 US qt The coolant is a mixture of water and (14.5 l)
Page 491: Refrigerant
Filling capacities ! Only the refrigerant R-134a and the PAG Missing values were not available at time of oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be going to print. used. The approved PAG oil may not be All models Capacity mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.
Page 492: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data Vehicle data Model Vehicle height CL 63 AMG 56.1 in (1425 mm) Please note that for the specified vehicle data: CL 65 AMG 56.2 in (1428 mm) the heights specified may vary as a result tires load condition of the suspension...

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Mercedes-Benz CL Operator's Manual

Index 4

Product Information

Qualified Specialist Workshop

Reporting Safety Defects

Customer Relations Department

Warning and Indicator Lamps

Overhead Control Panel

Table of Contents

Knee Bag

Side Impact Air Bag

Window Curtain Air Bag

Anchors

Top Tether

Table of Contents

Unlocking

Vehicle

Table of Contents

Rear-View Mirror

Seats, Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Table of Contents

COMAND Controller

COMAND Operating System

Rear Window Blind

Remote Control

Character Bar

Sound Menu

Sound Settings

Surround Sound

Display

Time

Voice Control System

Setting the Text Reader Speed

Reset Function

Route Guidance

On-Board Computer

Car Pool Lanes

Traffic Report

Previous Destinations (Navigation)

Display

North Orientation

Mobile Phone

Switching Wavebands

Storing Stations

Stop Function

Music Search

Gracenote Media Database

Multisession

Formats

Music Register

Playback Options

Video DVD

Video aux

ECO Function

Trunk Lid Opening Height Restriction

Comand

Massage Function (PULSE)

Quick Links

Chapters

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