Page 1 Operator's Manual É2315840300iËÍ 2315840300 Order no. 6515 3157 13 Part no. 231 584 03 00 Edition D 2013...
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Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual.
Page 5: Contents
Contents Index ............4 Introduction ......... 33 Digital Operator's Manual ....28 At a glance ........... 41 Safety ........... 51 Opening and closing ......83 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors . . 113 Lights and windshield wipers ..125 Climate control ......... 139 Driving and parking ......
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Index Adaptive Damping System 1, 2, 3 ... Function/notes ......197 12 V socket Adaptive Highbeam Assist see Sockets Display message ......253 911 emergency call ......377 Function/notes ......131 Switching on/off (on-board computer) ........233 Additives (engine oil) ......581 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Address book Display message ......
Page 7: Index
Audio menu (on-board computer) ..228 Alarm system Authorized Centers see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) see Qualified specialist workshop Alternative route ....... 347 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Ambient lighting see Qualified specialist workshop Setting the brightness (on-board Authorized workshops computer) ........233...
Page 8 Index AUX (audio) ® Bluetooth audio basic display ..458 Notes/socket ........ 466 Bottle holder ........495 Switching to ........467 Brake Assist AUX (video) see BAS (Brake Assist System) Setting the volume and sound ..474 Brake fluid Showing/hiding the menu ..... 474 Display message ......
Page 9: Index
Index Display ........... 522 CD mode Exhaust pipe ........522 Playback options ......446 Exterior lights ........ 521 CD player/CD changer (on-board Gear or selector lever ....522 computer) .......... 228 Interior ........... 522 Center console Matte finish ........520 Lower section ........
Page 10 Index Maximum cooling ......147 Driving conditions menu (except Notes on using automatic climate AMG vehicles) ........ 200 control ........... 142 Setting ........... 303 Overview of systems ...... 140 Switching on/off ......288 Problems with cooling with air Combination switch ......129 dehumidification ......
Page 11: Index
Index Destination memory (navigation) Deleting an entry ......361 Dashboard lighting Entering/saving your home see Instrument cluster lighting address .......... 324 Data Previous destinations ....361 see Technical data Diagnostics connection ...... 37 Data medium Dialing a number (telephone) ... 384 Audio DVD ........
Page 12 Driving on flooded roads ....182 see Seats Driving on wet roads ...... 182 Driving abroad Exhaust check ....... 178 Mercedes-Benz Service ....517 Fuel ..........178 Symmetrical low beam ....126 General .......... 178 Driving on flooded roads ....182 Hydroplaning .........
Page 13: Index
Index Engine number ....... 578 Copy protection ......447 Irregular running ......162 Fast forward/fast rewind ....443 Jump-starting ......... 534 Inserting ........436 Starting problems ......162 Notes on discs ....... 447 Starting the engine with the Selecting a media type ....441 SmartKey ........
Page 14 Index Exhaust check ........178 Driving tips ........178 Exhaust pipe (cleaning instructions) 522 Fuel gauge ........43 Grade (gasoline) ......579 Exterior lighting Important safety notes ....579 Setting options ......126 Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 579 see Lights Problem (malfunction) ....
Page 15: Index
Index ® Important safety notes ....512 Gracenote Media Database .... 444 Opening ......... 512 Hydroplaning ........182 Handbrake see Parking brake Ignition lock HANDS-FREE ACCESS ......96 see Key positions ® ® Harman/kardon Logic 7 Immobilizer .......... 81 surround sound system Incident (traffic report) .....
Page 16 Index ® Cornering light function ....130 iTunes ..........465 Driving abroad ....... 126 Hazard warning lamps ....130 High beam flasher ......130 Jack High-beam headlamps ....129 Storage location ......526 Low-beam headlamps ....127 Using ..........567 Parking lamps ........
Page 17: Index
Index Vehicle remote malfunction diagnosis ........504 M+S tires ..........546 Vehicle remote unlocking ....503 MAGIC SKY CONTROL ....... 109 Mechanical key Maintenance Function/notes ........ 86 see ASSYST PLUS Locking vehicle ........ 93 Malfunction message Unlocking the driver's door ....92 see Display messages Media Interface Map (navigation)
Page 18 Index Mounting wheels Lowering the vehicle ...... 569 Navigation Mounting a new wheel ....569 Adjusting the volume of the Preparing the vehicle ..... 566 navigation announcements .... 295 Raising the vehicle ......567 Alternative route ......347 Removing a wheel ......568 Avoiding an area ......
Page 19: Index
Establishing/ending the Resetting after being triggered ..65 connection ........406 North orientation (navigation) ..363 Further Mercedes-Benz Apps ..416 Mercedes-Benz Mobile Website ..416 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Options menu ........ 414 Resetting settings ......416...
Page 20 Index Parking brake Entering ......... 330 Display message ......243 Entering a point of interest using Electric parking brake ....176 the map ......... 335 Warning lamp ......... 276 List ..........333 Parking lamps ® ZAGAT survey service ....335 Switching on/off ......
Page 21: Index
Index Sound settings (balance, bass, Restraint system treble) ..........295 see SRS (Supplemental Restraint Storing stations ......429 System) Switching HD Radio on/off .... 427 Reverse gear (selector lever) ... 163 Switching on ........426 Reversing lamps (display message) 252 Switching wavebands ....
Page 22 Index Cleaning the cover ......523 Correct driver's seat position ..114 Safety Important safety notes ....115 Children in the vehicle ..... 70 Massage function ......313 Child restraint systems ....70 Multicontour seat ......311 Occupant Classification System Overview ........
Page 23: Index
Index Setting the night design ....303 Sound Setting the text reader speed ..305 Switching on/off ......294 Sound menu ........295 Setting the volume Telephone calls ......295 Sound mode ........298 Video AUX ........474 Sound settings SETUP (on-board computer) .....
Page 24 Index Steering wheel paddle shifters ..168 Switching HD Radio on/off Stop function see Radio Switching off the alarm (ATA) .... 81 Audio DVD ........441 Switching the hands-free Video DVD ........471 Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ....237 microphone on/off ......386 Storing stations Switching wavebands (radio) ...
Page 25: Index
Index Telephone Outside temperature ...... 223 Accepting/ending a call ....384 Setting (climate control) ....145 Accepting a call ......229 Text messages (SMS) Adjusting the volume for calls ..295 Calling the sender ......397 Calling (outgoing call) ....384 Deleting .........
Page 26 Index Checking ........545 TIN (Tire Identification Number) Definition of terms ......563 (definition) ........564 Direction of rotation ...... 566 Tire bead (definition) ...... 564 Display message ......262 Tire pressure (definition) ....564 Distribution of the vehicle Tire pressures (recommended) ..563 occupants (definition) ....
Page 27: Index
Index Trip computer (on-board computer) 225 Updating the digital map ....372 Trip odometer Calling up ........225 see Media Interface Resetting (on-board computer) ..226 True Image™ ........298 Trunk Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ..495 Emergency release ......98 Vehicle Important safety notes ....
Page 28 Index Video AUX SPORT handling mode ....274 Setting the picture ......468 SRS ..........276 Video DVD Tire pressure monitor ....280 Warranty ..........576 Automatic picture shutoff ....468 DVD menu ........472 Washer fluid Fast forward/rewind ...... 471 Display message ......
Page 29: Index
Index Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....... 515 Filling capacity ....... 584 Notes ..........583 Windshield wipers Display message ......268 Problem (malfunction) ....137 Replacing the wiper blades .... 135 Switching on/off ......134 Winter driving Important safety notes ....
Page 30: Digital Operator's Manual
Keyword search If you encounter any problems during Contents installation, please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. To install the Digital Operator's Installation Manual: stop the vehicle safely, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 31 Operator's Manual, please consult the Digital system. Ejecting Disc. Please contact Operator's Manual. your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You will not incur any costs when calling up the Digital Operator's Manual. It works without connecting to the Internet. In the following sections you will find further...
Page 32 Digital Operator's Manual Turn cVd or slide XVY the COMAND controller to select individual vehicle components. Individual vehicle components are highlighted in color. Just one vehicle component per view is highlighted. To confirm the currently selected section, press W the COMAND controller. After you have selected a section, one of the following happens: Selection list of available keywords...
Page 33 Digital Operator's Manual To navigate within a contents page: turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller to scroll the text up and down. To navigate away from the contents page: slide XV the COMAND controller to the left and select % button :. Alternatively, press the % button next to the COMAND controller.
Page 34 Digital Operator's Manual Switching functions from the Digital Operator's Manual to COMAND using the COMAND function buttons: press the $, %, h or Ø button in COMAND. The desired menu opens. To go back to the Digital Operator's Manual: use the COMAND controller to select the ®...
Page 35 Protection of the environment ..34 Product information ......34 Operator's Manual ......35 Service and vehicle operation ... 35 Operating safety ......... 37 Data stored in the vehicle ....39 Information on copyright ....39...
Page 36: Protection Of The Environment
Operating conditions: Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as conversion parts and accessories that have avoid short trips as these increase fuel been specifically approved for your vehicle for consumption.
Page 37: Operator's Manual
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its if you have any questions about equipment or authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix operation.
Page 38: Maintenance
Always have the Service and Warranty Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle Vehicle operation outside the USA to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The and Canada service advisor will record every service for you in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Page 39: Operating Safety
98 Vanderhoof Avenue wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for Operating safety further inspection or repairs. Important safety notes...
Page 40: Customer Relations Department
Qualified specialist workshop immediately to have the problem diagnosed and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a your satisfaction, please discuss the problem qualified specialist workshop. It has the again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or necessary specialist knowledge, tools and contact us at one of the following addresses.
Page 41: Data Stored In The Vehicle
Damage to your vehicle that arises from culpable contraventions against these instructions is not covered either by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
Page 43 Dashboard ........... 42 Instrument cluster ......43 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 45 Center console ........46 Overhead control panel ...... 49 Door control panel ......50...
Page 44 Dashboard Dashboard Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Climate control systems shifters Ignition lock Combination switch Start/Stop button Adjusting the steering Cruise control lever wheel electrically Electric parking brake Horn Light switch Instrument cluster Opening the hood PARKTRONIC warning Diagnostics connection display Overhead control panel...
Page 45: Fuel Gauge
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer with Coolant temperature segments Multifunction display Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting Tachometer...
Page 46 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam 6 SRS headlamps ü Seat belt T Parking lamps (AMG M SPORT handling vehicles) mode (AMG vehicles) ® ÷ ESP ? Coolant K High-beam ; Check Engine headlamps 8 Reserve fuel Electric parking brake (red) F (USA only)
Page 47 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu COMAND display Selects a submenu or Switches on the Voice scrolls through lists Control System; see the separate operating Confirms your selection instructions Hides display messages Rejects or ends a call Back Exits phone book/redial...
Page 48: Upper Section
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND 45 Indicator lamp c Seat heating ® å ESP (except AMG vehicles) s Seat ventilation ¤ start/stop function Ò AIRSCARF (AMG vehicles) c PARKTRONIC £ Hazard warning lamps...
Page 49: Center Console Lower Section
Center console Center console, lower section (except AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment ¤ start/stop button Cup holder Shows the driving Ashtray conditions menu in the COMAND display (vehicles COMAND controller with Active Body Control) Seat adjustment É Sets the vehicle level Favorites button Adjusts the suspension Roof switch...
Page 50: Lower Section (Amg Vehicles)
Center console Center console, lower section (AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Selects park position Cup holder Drive program selector Ashtray ß AMG button (drive COMAND controller program or calls up/stores suspension tuning) Seat adjustment à Sets the suspension Favorites button tuning Roof switch...
Page 51: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- G SOS button (mbrace hand reading lamp on/off system) c Switches the interior Rear-view mirror lighting on/off Buttons for the garage door opener µ Operates MAGIC SKY CONTROL F Roadside Assistance call button (mbrace...
Page 52: Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door o Opens the trunk lid p Opens/closes the %& Unlocks/locks trunk lid the vehicle 7Z\ Adjusts the Adjusts the seats exterior mirrors electrically r45= W Opens/closes the Stores settings for the seat, side windows exterior mirrors and...
Page 53: Safety
Useful information ......52 Panic alarm .......... 52 Occupant safety ........52 Child restraint systems ...... 70 Driving safety systems ....... 73 Theft deterrent locking system ..81...
Page 54: Useful Information
Occupant safety Useful information Occupant safety Important safety notes This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional WARNING equipment of your vehicle available at the Modifications to or work improperly time of publication of the Operator's conducted on restraint system components Manual.
Page 55: Occupant Safety
If it is necessary to modify an air bag system page 70). to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information, SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) contact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372).
Page 56 If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz strongly recommends that you inform the subsequent owner that the vehicle is...
Page 57 Occupant safety As the air bag inflates with considerable If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you speed and force, a proper seating position make the buyer aware of this safety and correct positioning of the hands on the information.
Page 58 Occupant safety needed to provide the best possible Your vehicle has adaptive, two-stage front air protection in a rollover. bags. In the event of a collision, the air bag control unit evaluates the vehicle Air bags provide additional protection; they deceleration.
Page 59: Knee Bag
Occupant safety Knee bags WARNING Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the side impact air bags. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for availability.
Page 60: Head Bag
Occupant safety impact air bag deployment can offer on the driver's side and passenger side, in additional protection to that provided by the the event of a vehicle rollover and if the seat belt. system determines that air bag deployment can offer the vehicle occupants additional Side impact air bags will not deploy in side protection to that provided by the seat belt...
Page 61 Occupant safety When the OCS senses that the front- passenger seat occupant is classified as being up to or less than the weight of a typical 12-month-old child in a standard child restraint, the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp will illuminate when the engine is started and remain illuminated.
Page 62 Occupant safety If the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF passenger knee bag in your vehicle when the system senses the weight of a typical indicator lamp is illuminated, the front- 12-month-old child or less along with the passenger front air bag and the front- weight of a standard appropriate child passenger knee bag are deactivated and are restraint on the front-passenger seat.
Page 63 Consult The ^a indicator lamp : shows you an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. the current status. If the ^a indicator Only have the seat repaired at an authorized lamp : lights up, the front-passenger air bag Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 64: System Self-Test
WARNING If the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp does not illuminate, the system is not functioning. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating a child on the front-passenger seat. WARNING Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. a pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the OCS.
Page 65 Occupant safety Problems with the occupant classification system WARNING If the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated when the weight of a typical adult or an individual that is the size of a typical adult has been detected on the front-passenger seat, do not allow any occupant to use the front-passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 66 Occupant safety side bolsters of the seat cushion and ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant backrest is increased. protection system) if the vehicle skids, the side windows are WARNING closed almost completely. Make sure that nobody can become trapped If the hazardous situation passes without as you adjust the seat.
Page 67: Seat Belts
Occupant safety Tilt the top of the NECK-PRO head restraint at eye level. This will reduce the potential for cushion forwards in the direction of injury to the head and neck in the event of an arrow :. accident or similar situation. Push the NECK-PRO head restraint cushion WARNING down in the direction of arrow ;...
Page 68 Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and seat belt Only use seat belts that have been approved force limiters. The system is designed to by Mercedes-Benz. enhance the protection offered to properly belted occupants in certain frontal (front air Never tamper with seat belts. This can result...
Page 69: 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 70: Releasing
Occupant safety Engage belt tongue ; in buckle =. mechanism. This could damage the door, the door trim panel and the seat belt. Seat-belt adjustment: if necessary, the Damaged seat belts can no longer fulfill driver's and front-passenger seat belts their protective function and must be automatically adjust to the upper body replaced.
Page 71: Belt Force Limiters
For your safety, when disposing of the can provide additional protection pyrotechnic ETDs always follow our safety If the ETDs are deployed, you will hear a bang, instructions. These are available at any and a small amount of powder may also be authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 72: In The Vehicle
Child restraint systems released. Only in rare cases will the bang indicating that the front-passenger front air affect your hearing. The powder that is bag is deactivated. Should the 4 released generally does not constitute a PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp health hazard.
Page 73: Child Restraint Systems
A child's unsupervised vehicle is in motion. access to a vehicle could result in an accident Mercedes-Benz recommends that you always and/or serious personal injury. The children properly secure all infants and children with could: a child or infant seat restraint system for the trip.
Page 74: Special Seat Belt Retractor
Child restraint systems Always read and follow the manufacturer's child restraint system are installed to the instructions when using an infant or child front-passenger seat. restraint system or booster seat. Secure child restraint systems without a Observe the warning labels in the vehicle LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing interior or on the infant or child restraint.
Page 75: Abs (Anti-Lock Braking System)
Driving safety systems Activating the special seat belt retractor: ® PRE-SAFE Brake ( page 79) STEER CONTROL ( page 80) Pull the seat belt out fully and let the seat belt retractor retract it again. While the seat belt is retracting, you should Important safety notes hear a ratcheting sound.
Page 76: Bas (Brake Assist System)
Driving safety systems Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked In an emergency braking situation, depress immediately at a qualified specialist the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents workshop. the wheels from locking. When ABS is malfunctioning, other systems, BAS operates in emergency braking including driving safety systems, will also situations.
Page 77: Ets (Electronic Traction System)
Driving safety systems sharply, BAS PLUS automatically raises the WARNING brake pressure to a value adapted to the BAS PLUS does not react: traffic situation. to people or animals If BAS PLUS demands particularly high to oncoming vehicles braking force, preventative passenger to crossing traffic ®...
Page 78 Driving safety systems accelerate on slippery surfaces, for example ® If ESP intervenes: if the road surface is slippery on one side. ® Do not deactivate ESP under any ETS remains active when you deactivate circumstances. ® Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary when pulling away.
Page 79 Driving safety systems otherwise not be able to stabilize the ® Deactivating/activating ESP (AMG vehicle if the vehicle starts to skid or a vehicles) wheel starts to spin. Important safety notes ! Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an Observe the "Important safety notes" ®...
Page 80: Electronic Brake Force Distribution
Driving safety systems ! Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an When SPORT handling mode is activated: ® extended period with ESP deactivated. ® only improves driving stability to a You could otherwise damage the drivetrain. limited degree. the engine's torque is restricted only to a ®...
Page 81: Adaptive Brake
Driving safety systems Brake immediately in order to increase the the brake system checked at a qualified distance from the vehicle in front. specialist workshop. Observe information regarding indicator and Take evasive action provided it is safe to do warning lamps ( page 271) as well as display messages ( page 243).
Page 82: Steer Control
Driving safety systems If, at speeds over 20 mph (30 km/h), a risk a narrow vehicle traveling in front, e.g. a of collision remains and you do not brake, motorbike take evasive action or significantly a vehicle traveling in front on a different line accelerate, automatic braking may be relative to the center of your vehicle performed up to a level of automatic...
Page 83: Theft Deterrent Locking System
SmartKey: press the % or & button charged, the immobilizer may be faulty. on the SmartKey. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz The alarm is switched off. Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 84 Theft deterrent locking system To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: grasp the outside door handle. The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. The alarm is switched off. Press the Start/Stop button on the dashboard. The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle. The alarm is switched off.
Page 85 Useful information ......84 SmartKey ..........84 Doors ............ 90 Trunk ............ 93 Side windows ........99 Roof ............ 103...
Page 86: Useful Information
SmartKey Useful information hot, and a child could be burned on these parts. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional WARNING equipment of your vehicle available at the If a key ring is too heavy or too large, the time of publication of the Operator's weight acting on the SmartKey could cause it Manual.
Page 87: Locking
SmartKey If you do not open the vehicle within in the vehicle by periodically establishing approximately 40 seconds of unlocking: radio contact. You can combine the functions of KEYLESS- the vehicle is locked again. GO with those of a conventional SmartKey. the theft deterrent locking system is Unlock the vehicle by using KEYLESS-GO, for armed again.
Page 88: Mechanical Key
SmartKey To change the setting: press and hold There are several ways to turn off the alarm: down the % and & buttons To turn the alarm off with the simultaneously for approximately six SmartKey: press the % or & button seconds until the battery check lamp on the SmartKey.
Page 89 Observe government disposal guidelines. California residents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/ index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. Checking the battery Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening in the direction of the arrow until battery compartment cover : opens.
Page 90 SmartKey Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contaminants. Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing first and then press to close it.
Page 91: Loss
SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control using the SmartKey. function of the SmartKey. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle from close range and press the % or &...
Page 92 Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be the on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior SmartKey. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 533).
Page 93: Doors
Doors Unlocking and opening doors from the inside ! The side windows will not open/close if the battery is discharged or if the side windows have iced up. It will then not be possible to close the door. Do not attempt to force the door closed.
Page 94: Power Closing Feature
Doors Automatic locking feature To prevent personal injury, never activate the closing assist mechanism by tampering with the door or trunk lid latch. WARNING Only drive with the doors closed. Otherwise, one or more of the doors could open while the vehicle is in motion, putting you and/or others at risk.
Page 95: Trunk
Trunk Locking Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise to position 1. Turn the mechanical key clockwise as far The door is unlocked. as it will go to position 1. Turn the mechanical key back and remove Turn the mechanical key back and remove Insert the mechanical key into the Make sure that the doors and the trunk lid SmartKey.
Page 96 Trunk trunk lid has been opened. The trunk seat adjustment, steering wheel partition can also be detached. The trunk adjustment or memory function. partition must be closed again after If children open a door, they could cause loading. Otherwise, the roof cannot be severe or even fatal injury to other persons;...
Page 97: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Outside)
Trunk Press the % button on the SmartKey. Opening/closing automatically from outside Pull handle :. Raise the trunk lid. Important safety notes With the roof open, you can use the WARNING loading aid ( page 492) to raise the Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the folded-up roof in the trunk, enabling you to engine is running and while driving.
Page 98: Opening And Closing
Trunk Press the KEYLESS-GO locking/closing could get trapped. There is a risk of injury. switch. Keep your hands and other limbs at a safe distance from the trunk opening. Pull the trunk lid handle. Keep the rear of the vehicle in view when Even with the SmartKey removed from the opening and closing the trunk lid.
Page 99: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Inside)
Trunk Operation Important notes on the use of HANDS-FREE ACCESS: With KEYLESS-GO and HANDS-FREE ACCESS, you can open or close the trunk lid or stop the procedure without using your hands. This is useful if you have your hands full. All you need to do is make a kicking movement with your leg under the bumper.
Page 100 Trunk To open: pull remote operating switch for the door mounted switch. Monitor the closing trunk lid : until the trunk lid opens. procedure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being injured. To close: press remote operating switch for trunk lid : until the trunk lid is closed.
Page 101: Side Windows
Side windows If the trunk cannot be unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, use the mechanical key. If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the trunk lid, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered ( page 81). Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 86).
Page 102 Side windows Automatic operation: press or pull the The closing of the door windows can be corresponding switch beyond the point of immediately halted by releasing the switch or, resistance. if the switch was pulled past the resistance The side window opens or closes fully. point and released, by pressing or pulling the respective switch.
Page 103: Convenience Closing Feature
Side windows You can use the SmartKey to open or close all side windows simultaneously. Close the roof ( page 104). Open the trunk partition ( page 106). Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: point the tip of the SmartKey at the door handle on the driver's door.
Page 104: Resetting
Side windows Touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle until the side windows are fully closed. Make sure you only touch recessed sensor surface :. Make sure that all the side windows are closed. To interrupt convenience closing: release recessed sensor surface : on the door handle.
Page 105 Roof Problems with the side windows WARNING Closing the side windows with increased force or without the anti-entrapment feature could lead to serious or even fatal injury. Make sure that nobody can become trapped when closing the side windows. WARNING Pulling and holding the switch to close the door window immediately after it had been blocked two times will cause the door window to close without the anti-entrapment feature for as long as you hold the switch.
Page 106: Roof Switch
Roof Opening and closing using the roof Attempting to manually close the roof may switch cause damage to the roof and/or injury. For this reason, the manual closing process Important safety notes should only be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 107: Roof
Roof To open: pull roof switch : until the roof Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: point the tip of the SmartKey at the door handle on has been fully retracted into the trunk and the driver's door. Vario-Roof in Operation message disappears from the multifunction display. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: the All of the side windows open.
Page 108: General Notes
Roof Opening/closing The roof is not locked if: the K symbol and Vario-Roof In Operation message appear in the multifunction display the K symbol and Open/Close Vario- Roof Completely message appear and you hear a warning tone you hear a warning tone for up to 10 seconds when pulling away or while driving.
Page 109: Manual Wind Screen
Roof To remove: unhook net ; from the holder To install: insert guides B of trunk on the left and right-hand sides and guide partition : into the brackets. it to the rear until it is completely rolled up. Slide in trunk partition : as far as it will Remove trunk partition : from fastening eyelets = in the side panels.
Page 110 Roof Each time before driving with the roof down, check that the wind screen is properly engaged. ! Install or remove the wind screen only when the roof is open. You could otherwise damage the wind screen or the vehicle interior.
Page 111: Magic Sky Control
Roof Hold wind screen = at an angle and then To extend: press button :. remove from the rear brackets. To retract: press button : again. Slide covers : and ; of the rear brackets against the direction of the arrow until they are fully closed.
Page 112 Roof components of MAGIC SKY CONTROL are exposed. These may be live. If you touch these components, you may get an electric shock and could be seriously or even fatally injured. For this reason, never remove the cover behind the overhead control unit. Never touch parts of the electrical system (control unit, cables or cable connections).
Page 113 Roof Problems with the roof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof will not open or The trunk partition is not in place. close. Close the trunk partition ( page 106). The trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid ( page 94).
Page 115 Useful information ......114 Correct driver's seat position ..114 Seats ..........115 Steering wheel ........120 Mirrors ..........122 Memory function ......124...
Page 116: Useful Information
Correct driver's seat position you have set the seat cushion angle so that Useful information your thighs are gently supported. you can depress the pedals properly. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional Check whether the head restraint is equipment of your vehicle available at the adjusted properly.
Page 117: Seats
Seats Seats Observe the following points: adjust the seat backrest until your arms are Important safety notes slightly angled when holding the steering WARNING wheel. The seats can still be adjusted when there is adjust the seat to a comfortable seating no key in the ignition lock.
Page 118 Seats ! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat The head restraints cannot be removed. heating, observe the following information: For more information, contact a qualified specialist workshop. keep liquids from spilling on the seats. If liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as soon as possible.
Page 119: Head Restraints Adjusting
Seats Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO removed from the vehicle, the power seats can be operated. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 120 Seats Remove the seat belt from the seat belt Seat fore-and-aft adjustment guide ( page 117). Seat height To move the seat forwards: press Seat cushion angle the : button on switch :. Seat height The seat moves automatically to the seat cushion length foremost position.
Page 121 Seats The three red indicator lamps in the button Switching the seat ventilation on/off indicate the heating level you have selected. Activating/deactivating The system automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes. The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes.
Page 122 Steering wheel AIRSCARF Steering wheel Important safety notes Activating/deactivating WARNING WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Very hot air can flow out of the AIRSCARF Adjusting the steering wheel while driving vents in the head restraints when AIRSCARF could cause the driver to lose control of the is in operation.
Page 123: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Position of the steering wheel when the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is active Important safety notes The steering wheel swings upwards when you: WARNING Make sure that nobody can become trapped remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock when you activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT open the driver's door and KEYLESS-GO is feature.
Page 124: Overview
Mirrors defroster is switched on and the outside Mirrors temperature is low. Mirror heating lasts up to Exterior mirrors 10 minutes. Adjusting the exterior mirrors You can also heat up the exterior mirrors manually by switching on the rear window WARNING defroster.
Page 125: Mirrors
Mirrors Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and in the vehicle, the mirror's automatic anti- that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the glare function will not operate. ignition lock. Incident light could then blind you. This may Press button ;...
Page 126: Memory Function
Memory function the exterior mirror, the rear wheel and the Memory function curb should be visible. Storing settings Press memory button M ? and one of the arrows on adjustment button = within WARNING three seconds. Only use the memory function on the driver's The parking position is stored if the exterior side when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 127 Useful information ......126 Exterior lighting ........ 126 Interior lighting ......... 133 Replacing bulbs ......... 134 Windshield wipers ......134...
Page 128: Useful Information
( page 38). Exterior lighting General notes For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some countries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and self-imposed Left-hand standing lamps obligations.
Page 129: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting Only for Canada: causes of poor visibility due to the weather The daytime running lamps improve the conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an visibility of your vehicle during the day. The accident. daytime running lamps function is required by In such situations, turn the light switch to law in Canada.
Page 130: Parking Lamps
Exterior lighting Left-hand standing lamps Left-hand standing lamps Right-hand standing lamps Right-hand standing lamps Parking lamps, license plate and Parking lamps, license plate and instrument cluster lighting instrument cluster lighting Automatic headlamp mode, Automatic headlamp mode, 4Ã 4Ã controlled by the light sensor controlled by the light sensor Low-beam/high-beam headlamps Low-beam/high-beam headlamps...
Page 131: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting High-beam headlamps To switch on the standing lamps: the SmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is in position 0. Turn the light switch to W (left-hand side of the vehicle) or X (right-hand side of the vehicle).
Page 132: Cornering Light Function
Exterior lighting High-beam flasher The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on if: an air bag is deployed the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a speed of more than 45mph (70 km/h) and comes to a standstill. The hazard warning lamps switch off automatically if the vehicle reaches a speed of over 6mph (10km/h) again after a full brake application.
Page 133: Active Light Function
Exterior lighting Active: Adaptive Highbeam Assist if you are driving at speeds below Important safety notes 25mph (40 km/h) and switch on the turn signal or turn the steering wheel. WARNING if you are driving at speeds between Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognize 25mph (40 km/h) and45mph (70 km/h) road users: and turn the steering wheel...
Page 134: Assist On/Off
Exterior lighting distance to the other vehicle. Once the the high-beam headlamps are switched on system no longer detects any other vehicles, automatically. The K indicator lamp in it reactivates the high-beam headlamps. the instrument cluster also lights up. The system's optical sensor is located behind If you are driving at speeds below the windshield near the overhead control approximately 30 mph (45 km/h) or other...
Page 135: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting Automatic interior lighting control Interior lighting Overview of interior lighting Overhead control panel p To switch the left-hand reading lamp Overhead control panel on/off p Switches the left-hand reading lamp c To switch the interior lighting on on/off | To switch the interior lighting/ c Switches the interior lighting on automatic interior lighting control off...
Page 136: Warning Lamp
Windshield wipers Manual interior lighting control Windshield wipers To switch the interior lighting on: set the Switching the windshield wipers on/ switch to the c position. To switch the interior lighting off: set the ! Do not operate the windshield wipers switch to the | or (if the door is closed) when the windshield is dry, as this could to the center position.
Page 137: Windshield Wipers
In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have wiping frequency is set automatically the wiper blades changed at a qualified according to the intensity of the rain. In specialist workshop.
Page 138 Windshield wipers When the wiper arms have reached a Push the new wiper blade in the direction vertical position, press the Start/Stop of arrow : onto the wiper arm until button. tab ; engages. Fold the wiper arm away from the Push the wiper blade out of the removal windshield until it engages.
Page 139 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Page 141: Climate Control
Useful information ......140 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 140 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 143 Setting the air vents ......149...
Page 142: Useful Information
Overview of climate control systems When the weather is warm, ventilate the Useful information vehicle for a brief period. This will speed up the cooling process and the desired vehicle This Operator's Manual describes all interior temperature will be reached more models and all standard and optional quickly.
Page 143 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual zone automatic climate control Canada only To set the temperature, left ( page 145) To set climate control to automatic ( page 144) To defrost the windshield ( page 146) To switch the residual heat function on/off ( page 149) To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 143)
Page 144: Control
Overview of climate control systems USA only To set the temperature, left ( page 145) To set climate control to automatic ( page 144) To defrost the windshield ( page 146) To switch maximum cooling on/off ( page 147) To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 143) To switch the rear window defroster on/off ( page 147)
Page 145: Activating/Deactivating Cooling With Air Dehumidification
Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Use the ZONE function to adopt the temperature settings on the driver's side Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the for the front-passenger side as well. The ignition lock. indicator lamp in the á button goes out. To switch on: press the Ã...
Page 146 Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating In automatic mode, the set temperature is maintained automatically at a constant level. Example: ¿ button The system automatically regulates the To activate: press the ¿ button. temperature of the dispensed air, the airflow The indicator lamp in the ¿...
Page 147: Setting The Air Distribution
Operating the climate control systems Different temperatures can be set for the Adjusting the climate mode settings driver's and front-passenger sides. You can select the following climate mode Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the settings in automatic mode: ignition lock.
Page 148: Defrosting The Windshield
Operating the climate control systems a Directs air through the defroster and To switch on: press the á button. footwell vents The indicator lamp in the á button lights up. The temperature setting for the driver's _ Directs the airflow through the side is not adopted for the front-passenger defroster, center and side air vents as side.
Page 149: Operating The Climate Control Systems
Operating the climate control systems To deactivate: press the ¬ button. When you activate MAX COOL, climate control switches to the following functions: The indicator lamp in the ¬ button goes out. The previously selected settings are maximum cooling restored. Air-recirculation mode remains maximum airflow deactivated.
Page 150 Operating the climate control systems observing the traffic conditions and thereby cause an accident. The rear window defroster has a high current draw. You should therefore switch it off as soon as the rear window is clear. Otherwise, the rear window defroster switches off Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the automatically after several minutes.
Page 151: Setting The Air Vents
Setting the air vents Activating/deactivating the residual Setting the air vents heat function Important safety notes The residual heat function is only available on WARNING vehicles for Canada. Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents. This could cause burns or frostbite to bare skin in the immediate vicinity of the vents.
Page 152: Setting The Vents
Setting the air vents To open the center air vent: turn the adjuster in one of center air vents : counter-clockwise. To close the center air vent: turn the adjuster in one of center air vents : clockwise until it engages. Setting the side air vents Air vent thumbwheel Air vent...
Page 153 Setting the air vents You can adjust the blower output of AIRSCARF vents : using the AIRSCARF button ( page 120).
Page 155 Useful information ......154 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle 154 Driving ..........154 Automatic transmission ....163 Refueling ..........172 Parking ..........175 Driving tips ........178 Driving systems ........ 183...
Page 156: Useful Information
Mercedes-Benz vehicle and engine speeds for the first recommends that you use an authorized 1,000miles (1,500km). Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. Avoid heavy loads, e.g. driving at full throttle, during this period. Change gear in good time, before the Driving tachometer needle is Ô...
Page 157: Start/Stop Button
Driving maximum engine speed is restricted in securely and as specified in order to ensure order to protect the engine. To protect the sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use engine and maintain smooth engine loose floormats. operation, avoid driving at full throttle when the engine is cold.
Page 158 Driving is only the case if you are not depressing the time. You can then use Start/Stop brake pedal. button :. If you depress the brake pedal and press the Start/Stop button, the engine starts immediately. The Start/Stop button can be removed from the ignition lock.
Page 159: Starting The Engine
Driving Removing the Start/Stop button WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave the engine running in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation. ! Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.
Page 160: Pulling Away
Driving You can also start the engine when the Upshifts take place at higher engine transmission is in position N. speeds after a cold start. This helps the catalytic converter to reach its operating Press the Start/Stop button once temperature more quickly. page 155).
Page 161: Automatic Engine Switch-Off
Driving For further information on automatic engine If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off switch-off ( page 159) and automatic the ignition and secure the vehicle against engine start ( page 160). rolling away. Automatic engine switch-off General notes If the vehicle is braked to a standstill in D or N, the ECO start/stop function switches off...
Page 162: Deactivating/Activating
Driving Deactivating/activating the ECO start/ automatic engine switch-off is again stop function possible. AMG vehicles: times which the engine can be automatically switched off. The HOLD function can be activated if the engine has been switched off automatically. It is then not necessary to continue applying the brakes during the automatic stop phase.
Page 163 Driving If indicator lamp ; on button : is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction. The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehicle stops. ECO button in AMG vehicles Deactivating (AMG vehicles) Press button : in drive program C.
Page 164 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 195). Try to start the engine again. The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start.
Page 165: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine temperature display is is no longer being cooled sufficiently. showing more than Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant 248 ‡...
Page 166: Engaging Park Position
Automatic transmission When the vehicle is stationary, depress the Neutral brake pedal. Drive Push the selector lever forwards past the When you select a transmission position, the first point of resistance. selector lever subsequently returns to its original position. When reverse gear is engaged and the ECO start/stop function is switched on, the The current transmission position P, R, N or engine starts up automatically...
Page 167: Display
Automatic transmission Using the SmartKey: Transmission position and drive program display Make sure that the ignition is switched on. When the vehicle is stationary, depress the Display in transmission positions P, R brake pedal and keep it depressed. and N Shift to neutral N.
Page 168: Accelerator Pedal Position
Have the vehicle electronics checked immediately at a qualified Your style of driving influences how the specialist workshop, e.g. an automatic transmission shifts gear: authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. little throttle: early upshifts Reverse gear more throttle: late upshifts Only shift the transmission to R...
Page 169: Kickdown
Automatic transmission Double-clutch function E Economy: comfortable, economical driving When shifting down, the double-clutch S Sport: sporty driving style function is active regardless of the currently M Manual: manual gearshifting selected drive program. The double-clutch function reduces load change reactions and The automatic transmission shifts to is conducive to a sporty driving style.
Page 170: Setup
Automatic transmission Turn drive program selector switch : until Steering wheel paddle shifters the desired drive program is shown in the multifunction display. The drive program indicator on the drive program selector lights up red. The automatic transmission shifts to automatic drive program C each time the engine is started.
Page 171: Shift Ranges
Automatic transmission Restricting the shift range increased sensitivity. This improves driving stability on slippery road surfaces, for example the automatic transmission shifting up sooner. This results in the vehicle being driven at lower engine speeds and the wheels being less likely to spin Drive program S is characterized by the following: sporty engine and transmission settings...
Page 172: Manual Drive Program
Automatic transmission Selecting the ideal shift range Pull and hold left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter : until the function is activated. Depending on the selected drive program, the automatic transmission shifts to a gear which allows ideal acceleration and Upshift indicator deceleration.
Page 173: Manual Drive Program
Automatic transmission Kickdown You can also use kickdown for maximum acceleration in manual drive program M. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. AMG vehicles: it is not possible to use kickdown in manual drive program M.
Page 174 If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, immediately. Refueling If you or others come into contact with fuel,...
Page 175: Refueling
Refueling ! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a Tire pressure table gasoline engine. Do not switch on the Fuel type to be used ignition if you accidentally refuel with the The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked wrong fuel.
Page 176 Refueling If you are driving with the fuel filler cap open, the 8 reserve fuel warning lamp flashes. The ; warning lamp may also light up. A message appears in the multifunction display ( page 256). For further information on warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster, see ( page 277).
Page 177 Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING There is a risk of fire or explosion. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it immediately ( page 155).
Page 178: Parking Brake
Parking ! A moving vehicle can lead to damage to The engine can be turned off while the the vehicle or damage to the drive train. vehicle is in motion by pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for about three To ensure that the vehicle is secured against seconds.
Page 179: Parking
Parking Releasing automatically To engage: push handle :. When the electric parking brake is The electric parking brake is released engaged, the F (USA only) or ! automatically when all of the following (Canada only) red indicator lamp lights up conditions are fulfilled: in the instrument cluster.
Page 180: Driving Tips
Driving tips when the traffic situation permits. If you are Parking the vehicle for a long period unsure, pull over to a safe location and stop If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than before operating the telephone. four weeks, the battery may be damaged by Bear in mind that at a speed of only 30 mph exhaustive discharging.
Page 181 Driving tips drive train. This type of damage is not is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. the engine running in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation. Heavy and light loads Certain engine systems are designed to keep...
Page 182: Maintenance
You can obtain more qualified specialist workshop. Have this work information on this from a qualified specialist carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz workshop. Center. New and replaced brake pads and discs only...
Page 183: Checking Brake Lining Thickness
Driving tips Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which correspond to an equivalent quality standard. Brake pads/linings which have not been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only...
Page 184: Driving On Flooded Roads
Driving tips Hold test gauge A vertically on brake Winter driving disc : and slide measuring pin ; onto Important safety notes brake disc :. Check which color field ? the arrow on WARNING measuring pin ; is pointing to. If you shift down on a slippery road surface in Green: the brake pad/lining thickness is an attempt to increase the engine's braking...
Page 185: Driving Systems
Driving systems If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be to lose traction and the vehicle could then stopped when moving at low speed: skid when there is poor visibility, e.g. due to fog, Shift the transmission to position N. heavy rain or snow Drive particularly carefully on slippery road If there is a change of drivers, advise the new...
Page 186: Setting A Speed
Driving systems When you activate cruise control, the stored or brake unexpectedly. There is a risk of an speed is shown in the status indicator of the accident. multifunction display: Pay attention to the road and traffic USA only: e.g. CRUISE 55 Miles conditions before calling up the stored speed.
Page 187: Cruise Control Cruise Control Lever
Driving systems Deactivating cruise control Cruise control lever To adjust the set speed in 1 mph Cruise control lever increments (1 km/h increments): briefly There are several ways to deactivate cruise press the cruise control lever up : to the control: pressure point for a higher speed or Briefly press the cruise control lever...
Page 188 Driving systems ! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, the vehicle brakes Important safety notes automatically in certain situations. To prevent damage to the vehicle, deactivate WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to: the following or other similar situations: people or animals when towing the vehicle...
Page 189 Driving systems This speed may: If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC PLUS operates in the same way as cruise be too high if you are driving in a filter lane control in the speed range between 20 mph or an exit lane (Canada: 30 km/h) and120 mph (Canada: be so high when driving in the right-hand...
Page 190 Driving systems Cruise control lever the driver's door must be closed when you shift from P to D or your seat belt must be fastened. the front-passenger door must be closed. the vehicle must not skid. Activating while driving Cruise control lever To store the current speed or a higher speed To set the specified minimum distance...
Page 191 Driving systems also activate DISTRONIC PLUS when driving up : past the pressure point for a higher at speeds below 20 mph (30km/h). If the speed or down = for a lower speed. vehicle in front is no longer detected and Every time the cruise control lever is displayed, for example because it has pressed up or down, the last speed stored...
Page 192 Driving systems If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle Stopping in front has slowed down, it brakes your WARNING vehicle. It maintains the preset distance to When leaving the vehicle, even if it is braked the vehicle in front. only by DISTRONIC PLUS, it could roll away if: If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that there is a risk there is a malfunction in the system or in of a collision, you will be warned visually and...
Page 193: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance
Driving systems Setting a speed a system malfunction occurs. the power supply is not sufficient. If a malfunction occurs, then the transmission may also be shifted into position P automatically. Storing the current speed or calling up the last stored speed WARNING If you call up the stored speed and it differs from the current speed, the vehicle...
Page 194: Display
Driving systems the distance to the vehicle in front if For design reasons, the speed displayed necessary. in the speedometer may differ slightly from the speed set for DISTRONIC PLUS. Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated Cruise control lever To increase: turn control = toward ;. DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater distance between your vehicle and the Vehicle in front, if detected...
Page 195: Deactivating
Driving systems The last speed stored remains stored until Specified minimum distance to the you switch off the engine. vehicle in front; adjustable Vehicle in front, if detected DISTRONIC PLUS is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal. If you Select the Distance Display function...
Page 196 Driving systems Vehicles traveling on a different line This means that: Your vehicle can pass another vehicle after you have changed lanes. While in a sharp turn or if the preceding vehicle is in a sharp turn, the DISTRONIC PLUS could lose sight of the preceding vehicle.
Page 197: Hold Function
Driving systems because of its narrow width. The distance to HOLD function the vehicle in front will be too short. Important safety notes Obstructions and stationary vehicles WARNING When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away despite being braked by the HOLD function if: there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply.
Page 198: Activation Conditions
Driving systems Activation conditions you secure the vehicle using the electric parking brake. You can activate the HOLD function if: you activate DISTRONIC PLUS. the vehicle is stationary. After a time, the electric parking brake the engine is running or if it has been secures the vehicle and relieves the service automatically switched off by the ECO brake.
Page 199: Adaptive Damping System
Driving systems SPORT handling mode is activated. canceled. The multifunction display shows page 77) RACE START Canceled message. the steering wheel is in the straight-ahead Take your foot off the brake, but keep the position. accelerator pedal depressed. the vehicle is stationary and the brake The vehicle pulls away at maximum pedal is depressed (left foot).
Page 200: Active Body Control
Driving systems Selecting sports tuning Make sure that the engine is running or that it has been switched off by the ECO start/ stop function. If indicator lamp ; is not lit: press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. You have selected the suspension for a comfortable driving style.
Page 201 Driving systems Setting raised level The "Raised level" setting is canceled if you: are driving faster than approximately 75 mph (120 km/h). drive for approximately three minutes at a speed over 50 mph (80km/h). Suspension tuning General notes The electronically controlled ABC suspension system features improved driving dynamics and ride comfort.
Page 202: Driving Conditions Menu In The Comand Display
Driving systems The firmer suspension tuning in Sport mode You can display some driving systems and ensures even better contact with the road. additional information in the COMAND Select this mode if you favor a firmer display. suspension tuning. Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 203: Vehicle Level
Driving systems Setting the normal level Make sure no one is underneath the vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arches when the vehicle is being lowered. In order to reduce fuel consumption and improve the driving dynamics, the vehicle is lowered as its speed increases.
Page 204 Driving systems Selecting sports tuning Make sure that the engine is running or that it has been switched off by the ECO start/ stop function. If indicator lamp ; is lit: press button :. Indicator lamp ; goes out. You have selected the suspension for a comfortable driving style.
Page 205: Parktronic
Driving systems Range of the sensors PARKTRONIC Important safety notes General notes PARKTRONIC does not take objects into PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with consideration that are: ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and audibly the distance between your vehicle below the detection range, e.g.
Page 206: Warning Display
Driving systems Warning displays The sensors must be free from dirt, ice or slush. They can otherwise not function correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them page 521). Front sensors Center Approx. 40in (approx. 100cm) Corners Approx.
Page 207 Driving systems Front area: following the sixth segment, you will hear an intermittent warning tone. From the seventh segment, you will hear a continuous warning tone for approximately two seconds. This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance. Rear area: from the first segment onwards, you will hear an intermittent warning tone.
Page 208 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 209 Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Parking Assist may therefore guide you into space being measured inaccurately. the parking space too early. Pay attention to the PARKTRONIC WARNING page 204) warning messages during the If there are objects above the detection range, parking procedure.
Page 210 Driving systems acknowledge the use of Active Parking Assist far as possible. When doing so, also by pressing the a button on the observe the PARKTRONIC messages. multifunction steering wheel. Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the Active Parking Assist will only detect parking continuous warning tone, if not before.
Page 211 Driving systems Parking tips: To exit a parking space using Active Parking Assist: press the a button on On narrow roads, drive as close to the the multifunction steering wheel. parking space as possible. Park Assist Active Accelerate Parking spaces that are littered, overgrown and Brake Observe Surroundings or partially occupied by trailer drawbars message appears in the multifunction...
Page 212: Rear View Camera
Driving systems Stop the movement of the multifunction Under the following circumstances, the rear steering wheel or steer yourself. view camera will not function, or will function Active Parking Assist will be canceled at in a limited manner: once. The Park Assist canceled the tailgate is open message appears in the multifunction...
Page 213 Driving systems Activating/deactivating the rear view camera To activate: make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Make sure that the function "show rear view camera display" is selected in COMAND ( page 314). Engage reverse gear. The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND display with guide lines.
Page 214 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approximately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Red guide line at a distance of approximately 10 in (0.25 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 211).
Page 215: Attention Assist
Driving systems parking space until red guide line : reaches parking space marking ;. Keep the steering wheel in that position and back up carefully. End of parking space White guide line without turning the steering wheel Red guide line at a distance of approximately 10 in (0.25 m) from the Backing up with the steering wheel turned rear of the vehicle...
Page 216: Active Driving Assistance Package
Driving systems ATTENTION ASSIST assesses your level of If ATTENTION ASSIST is active, you will be fatigue or lapses in concentration by taking warned no sooner than 20 minutes after your the following criteria into account: journey has begun. In addition to the message shown in the multifunction display, you will your personal driving style, e.g.
Page 217 Driving systems Active Blind Spot Assist supports you from a Always observe the traffic conditions speed of approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). carefully, and maintain a safe lateral distance. For Active Blind Spot Assist to assist you USA only: This device has been approved when driving, the radar sensor system must by the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System".
Page 218 Driving systems If the lanes are narrow, vehicles driving in the up yellow at speeds of up to lane beyond the lane next to your vehicle may 20 mph(30km/h). At speeds above 20 mph be indicated, especially if the vehicles are not (30km/h), the indicator lamp goes out and driving in the middle of their lane.
Page 219 Driving systems Course-correcting brake application exterior mirror and a dual warning tone sounds. In addition, display ; appears in the WARNING multifunction display. A course-correcting brake application cannot If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a always prevent a collision. There is a risk of lateral collision in the monitoring range, a an accident.
Page 220: Computer
Driving systems page 231) are activated in the on-board The system may be impaired or may not computer. function if: Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the there is poor visibility, e.g. due to ignition lock. insufficient illumination of the road, or due Warning lamps : in the exterior mirrors to snow, rain, fog or spray light up red for approximately...
Page 221 Driving systems If you select on the on-board computer in the opposite direction. Always make sure that Display Unit Speed-/Odometer there is sufficient distance on the side for function ( page 232), Active Lane Keeping other traffic or obstacles. Assist is activated starting at a speed of In rare cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist can 60 km/h.
Page 222 Driving systems No lane-correcting brake application occurs Standard is selected, no warning vibration occurs if: you have switched on the turn signals. In you clearly and actively steer, brake or this event, the warnings are suppressed accelerate. for a certain period of time. you cut the corner on a sharp bend.
Page 223 Useful information ......222 Important safety notes ....222 Displays and operation ....222 Menus and submenus ...... 225 Display messages ......240 Warning and indicator lamps ..270...
Page 224: Useful Information
Displays and operation multifunction display. You should therefore Useful information make sure your vehicle is operating safely at all times. Otherwise, a vehicle that is not This Operator's Manual describes all operating safely may cause an accident. models and all standard and optional For an illustration of the instrument cluster, equipment of your vehicle available at the see (...
Page 225: Displays And Operation
Displays and operation ! A display message is shown if the coolant The segments between the speed of the vehicle in front and the stored speed light temperature is too high. If the coolant temperature is over 248 ‡(120 †), do not continue driving. The engine will otherwise be damaged.
Page 226 Displays and operation Left control panel Adjusts the volume Calls up the menu and menu bar Mute Press briefly: Back button Scrolls in lists Press briefly: Selects a submenu or function In the Audio menu: selects a Back stored station, an audio track or Switches off the Voice Control a video scene System;...
Page 227: Menu Overview
Menus and submenus Settings menu ( page 232) Outside temperature or speed page 233) menu in AMG vehicles ( page 236) Time ( page 304) To show the menu bar ?: press the Trip menu = or ; button on the steering wheel. Standard display Menu bar ? disappears after a few seconds.
Page 228: Digital Speedometer
Menus and submenus The ignition has been switched off for more Press the = or ; button on the than four hours. steering wheel to select the Trip menu. 999 hours have been exceeded. Press 9 or : to select the digital speedometer.
Page 229 Menus and submenus Route guidance not active Change of direction announced with a lane recommendation Direction of travel Road into which the change of direction Current street leads Distance to change of direction and visual Route guidance active distance display Lane recommendation No change of direction announced New lane during a change of direction...
Page 230: Audio Menu
Menus and submenus Operating an audio player or audio Audio menu media Selecting a radio station Example: CD/DVD changer display Waveband Current CD in the CD/DVD changer Station frequency with memory position Current title Station ; is displayed with the station Audio data from various audio devices or frequency and station name.
Page 231: Telephone Menu
Menus and submenus Video DVD operation Switch on the mobile phone (see the separate operating instructions). Switch on COMAND ( page 294). ® Establish a Bluetooth connection to COMAND ( page 377). Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu.
Page 232: Assistance Menu
Menus and submenus Dialing a number from the phone book Assistance menu Press the = or ; button on the Introduction steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9, : or a button to call up the phone book. Press the 9 or : button to select the desired name.
Page 233 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Blind ® Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE Spot Assist Brake Press the = or ; button on the ® PRE-SAFE Brake is only available in vehicles steering wheel to select the DriveAssist with DISTRONIC PLUS. menu. Press the = or ; button on the Press the 9 or : button to select steering wheel to select the DriveAssist...
Page 234: Settings Menu
Menus and submenus In the Serv menu, you have the following For safety reasons, the Daytime Running options: Lights function in the Lights submenu is only reset if the vehicle is stationary. call up display messages ( page 240) restart the tire pressure loss warning Instrument cluster system ( page 551)
Page 235: Assist On/Off
Menus and submenus Selecting the permanent display function Press the : or 9 button to select the Adaptive Highbeam function. You can determine whether the multifunction If the Adaptive Highbeam function has display permanently shows your speed or the been switched on, the cone of light and the outside temperature.
Page 236 Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to set the automatic headlamp mode is activated page 126). color to SOLAR, SOLAR Orange SOLAR Red. exterior lighting delayed switch-off: the exterior lighting remains lit for Press the a or % button to save the 60 seconds after the engine is switched off.
Page 237: Convenience Submenu
Menus and submenus Vehicle Activating/deactivating the radar sensor system Activating/deactivating the automatic Press the = or ; button on the door locking mechanism steering wheel to select the Settings Press the = or ; button on the menu. steering wheel to select the Settings Press the : or 9 button to select the menu.
Page 238 Menus and submenus Press : or 9 to select the Easy Entry/Exit function. If the Easy Entry/Exit function is activated, the vehicle steering wheel is displayed in red in the multifunction display. Press the a button to save the setting. Further information on the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 121).
Page 239: Racetimer
Menus and submenus When the engine oil temperature is below You can start the RACETIMER when the 80 †, the oil temperature is shown in blue. engine is running or if the SmartKey is in Avoid driving at full engine output during this position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 240 Menus and submenus Overall statistics Stopping the RACETIMER RACETIMER overall evaluation Press the % button on the steering wheel. Total time driven Press a to confirm Yes. Average speed Distance covered The RACETIMER interrupts timing when you stop the vehicle and turn the SmartKey to Maximum speed position 1 in the ignition lock.
Page 241: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until the lap evaluation is shown.
Page 242: Display Messages
Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
Page 243 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 244 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 245 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 246 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes and a warning tone sounds. You are using the electric parking brake for emergency braking page 176). The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. (USA The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
Page 247 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten only) (Canada seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released.
Page 248 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA In addition, the $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning only) (Canada lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone only) sounds.
Page 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE ® PRE-SAFE Brake is deactivated or temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Function Currently Limited See function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. Operator's Manual the sensors in the radiator grill and the bumper are dirty. the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
Page 250 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is a malfunction in the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System). The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument SRS Malfunction cluster. Service Required WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Airbag Enabled enabled during the journey, even though: See Operator's a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the Manual system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat.
Page 252 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the multifunction display. If these conditions are fulfilled, the front-passenger seat can be occupied again.
Page 253: Lights
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Operator's Manual display messages must not be shown in the multifunction display. Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the multifunction display.
Page 254 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is defective. Check Left Mirror Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Turn Signal Check Right Mirror Turn Signal The high-mounted brake lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left-hand or right-hand daytime running lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Left Daytime Running Light Check Right Daytime Running Light The active light function is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Active Light System Inoperative The exterior lighting is defective.
Page 256 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 Operator's Manual Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so page 514).
Page 257 ! Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Page 258 Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest gas station. Fuel Level Low There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
Page 259 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The ABC function (Active Body Control) is restricted. Malfunction WARNING The vehicle's suspension tuning characteristics may be affected. There is a risk of an accident. Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 260 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone Attention Assist also sounds. Take a Break! If necessary, take a break.
Page 261 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Possible Assist Currently causes are: Unavailable See the sensors are dirty. Operator's Manual function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature range.
Page 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Park Assist You have just carried out a large number of turning or parking Inoperative maneuvers. Active Parking Assist will become available again after approximately ten minutes ( page 206). Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 263 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS is defective. Inoperative ® BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS) and PRE-SAFE Brake may be inoperative as well. A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. You have depressed the accelerator pedal.
Page 264: Tires
Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. Tire Pressure Soon 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 265 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. Monitor The tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Inoperative No Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. Wheel Sensors The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
Page 266 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Correct The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Tire Pressure Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 552).
Page 267 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. WARNING Check Tire Pressure 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 268 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Apply Brake You have attempted to move the transmission selector lever to position D, R or N without depressing the brake pedal. to Shift from 'P' Depress the brake pedal. Vehicle The driver's door is open and the transmission is in position R, N or D.
Page 269 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Ð The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Power Steering WARNING Malfunction See Operator's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident. Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
Page 270: Keyless-Go
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof has been opened and closed several times in a row. The roof drive has been switched off automatically for safety reasons. You can open and close the roof again after approximately ten minutes.
Page 271 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key Not Detected If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle (red display message) centrally or start the engine.
Page 272: Warning And Indicator Lamps
Warning and indicator lamps Warning and indicator lamps Safety Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü 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 67).
Page 273 Warning and indicator lamps 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 274 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP , EBD ® (electronic brake force distribution), PRE-SAFE The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the ® PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function, hill start assist are therefore engine is running.
Page 275 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Therefore, ABS, BAS, ® ® ® BAS PLUS, ESP , PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD The yellow ABS warning function and hill start assist are also unavailable, for example. lamp is lit while the engine is running.
Page 276 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
Page 277 Warning and indicator lamps 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. ® The yellow ESP ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
Page 278 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display. ! (Canada only) The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or lights up and/or warning lamp for the electric parking brake lights up.
Page 279 Warning and indicator lamps 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 280 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator warning lamp comes on may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be while the engine is malfunctioning.
Page 281 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes ( page 514). If you need to add coolant more often than usual, have the engine coolant system checked.
Page 282 Warning and indicator lamps 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: malfunction) is lit.
Page 283 Useful information ......282 Operating safety ....... 282 At a glance ......... 284 System settings ........ 303 Vehicle functions ......308 Navigation ......... 314 Telephone .......... 376 Online and Internet functions ..406 Audio ..........426 Video ..........468 SIRIUS Weather ........ 476...
Page 284: Useful Information
We recommend that you always have Supplement C to OET65. maintenance work on electronic components This equipment has very low levels of RF carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz energy that is deemed to comply without Center. maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE).
Page 285: Operating Safety
Benz recommends that you use an to operate the equipment. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to Canada only: the wireless devices of this safety or on safety-related systems must...
Page 286: Overview
COMAND control panel with a single DVD system may differ from that in the drive or DVD changer descriptions and illustrations. Contact an COMAND controller ( page 291) authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if you have any questions about equipment or operation.
Page 287: Display
At a glance You can use COMAND to operate the following main functions: the navigation system the audio function the telephone function the video function the system settings the online and Internet functions the Digital Operator's Manual (available depending on the vehicle model) You can call up the main functions: using the corresponding function buttons using the main function bar in the COMAND...
Page 288 At a glance Display overview Example display for radio Status bar Calls up the audio menu Main function bar Display/selection window Radio menu bar Status bar : shows the time and the current settings for telephone operation. The main functions – navigation, audio, telephone and video – feature additional menus. This is indicated by triangle ;.
Page 289: Address Book
At a glance Menu overview Navi Audio Tele- Video System Symbol ® phone Route settings FM/AM radio Tele- Video DVD Calls up the Calls up the (using HD phone system Digital Radio™) menu Operator's Manual (available depending on the vehicle model) Map settings Satellite radio...
Page 290: Cleaning Instructions
At a glance System menu overview Settings Time Consump- Seat Display tion Display settings Sets the time Calls up the Changes the Switches fuel driver/front- off the consumption passenger seat display display settings Text reader speed Sets the format Voice-operated control Sets the time settings zone...
Page 291 At a glance damage. Then, dry the surface with a dry microfiber cloth. Avoid using alcoholic thinners, gasoline or abrasive cleaning agents. These could damage the display surface.
Page 292: Comand Control Panel
At a glance COMAND control panel Function Page Function Page Switches to radio mode Calls up the telephone basic menu: Switches wavebands ® • Bluetooth interface Switches to satellite radio telephony Switches to navigation V Load/eject button mode Shows the menu system Selects stations via the station search function Press h repeatedly...
Page 293: Comand Controller
At a glance Function Page Function Page Number pad SD memory card slot • Selects stations via the Calls up the system menu station presets Accepts a call • Stores stations manually Dials a number • Mobile phone authorization Redials •...
Page 294: Clear Button
At a glance The COMAND controller can be: Back button You can use the k button to exit a menu pressed briefly or pressed and held W or to call up the basic display of the current turned clockwise or counter-clockwise operating mode.
Page 295: Address Entry Menu
At a glance Using COMAND Selecting a main function Selecting the menu of a main function Address entry menu Main function bar Situation: switching from navigation mode (address entry menu) to the system settings. To switch on navigation mode: press the Ø...
Page 296: Adjusting The Volume
At a glance Switching the sound on or off Select Audio in the main function bar by sliding ZV the COMAND controller and Audio/video source sound press W to confirm. Press the 8 button on the COMAND The Audio menu appears. controller or on the multifunction steering The # dot indicates the currently selected wheel.
Page 297: Adjusting The Sound Settings
At a glance You can also adjust the volume for the Press the $ function button. following: The radio display appears. You will hear the last station played on the last waveband. navigation announcements phone calls Select Sound by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press voice output of the Voice Control System W to confirm.
Page 298: Surround Sound
At a glance With the balance function, you can control video DVD (PCM, dts and Dolby Digital whether the sound is louder on the driver's or audio formats) front-passenger side. The fader function is used to control whether Because some DVDs contain both stereo and the sound is louder in the front or the rear of multichannel audio formats, it may be the vehicle.
Page 299 At a glance ® ® harman/kardon Logic 7 Surround ® passengers when Logic7 is switched on, Sound system the balance should be set to the center of the vehicle interior. You will achieve the best sound results by playing high-quality audio and video DVDs. MP3 tracks should have a bit rate of at least 128 kbit/s.
Page 300: Sound Mode
At a glance Bang & Olufsen sound system Current position of the sound setting For the optimum musical enjoyment, you can You can optimize the sound in the vehicle with focus the sound image precisely on one seat. the Bang & Olufsen sound system and True This means you are right at the center of the Image™...
Page 301: Entering Characters
At a glance For optimum playback quality: Select and confirm by pressing W the COMAND controller. Deactivate the “EQ” setting on the The letter is added to in the data field. ® iPod Repeat the process until the name has Surround-sound playback does not been entered in full.
Page 302: Changing The Character Set
At a glance Option 2 Select the p symbol and press W to confirm. Slide ZV the COMAND controller (upper/lower case) repeatedly until the character bar disappears. (digits) Select the data field by sliding ZVÆ and Other (special characters such as @, €, press W to confirm.
Page 303: Entering
At a glance Select the 2 symbol and press and hold List entry that most closely resembles the W the COMAND controller until the entire current entry by the user entry has been deleted. To switch to the selection list To delete an entry Press and hold the 2 button next to the Characters not currently available...
Page 304 At a glance Select E, W, space, in order and confirm Press and hold the 2 button next to the each with W. COMAND controller until the entire entry has been deleted. Entering characters using the number keypad Press and hold the 2 symbol in the To enter the letter N: press the p character bar and press and hold W the number button twice in quick succession.
Page 305: System Settings
System settings Option 2: city list as selection list system may not be equipped with all the features described. Display settings Setting the brightness The brightness detected by the display light sensor affects the setting options for this function. COMAND either shows the selection list automatically or you can call up the selection list from the list with the character bar.
Page 306: Date
System settings Select Display and press W to confirm. With this function, you can set the time for every display in the vehicle. Select Mode, Night Mode Automatic by turning cVd the COMAND Setting the time controller and press W to confirm. A dot indicates the current setting.
Page 307: Switching To
System settings Adjusting the time zone and switching to Daylight Savings Time (Summer) Press W. Select Time by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Time Zone and press W to confirm. You will see a list of time zones. The # dot indicates the current setting.
Page 308: Favorites Button
System settings Select the language by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. COMAND loads the selected language and sets it. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Assigning a favorites button Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) Inc. To assign a favorites button: press the W button.
Page 309 System settings already entered and saved the address page 324). Detour Menu: you can call up the Detour menu and then avoid a section of the route and recalculate the route ( page 346). Compass Screen: you can call up the compass.
Page 310: Reset Function
Vehicle functions Select All Data and press W to confirm. If you select Yes, a prompt will appear again asking whether you really wish to reset. This function exports all the data to the selected disc. Select and press W to confirm. If you select Yes, a message will be shown.
Page 311: Vehicle Functions
Vehicle functions The climate status display appears when: Fuel consumption indicator You turn the temperature control and set Overview the temperature. Depending on the vehicle equipment and the engine variant installed, fuel consumption You turn the control to set the airflow. can be shown in the COMAND display.
Page 312: Seat Functions
Vehicle functions in the Trip menu; see the separate vehicle Seat functions Operator's Manual. Overview The possible settings depend on the type of Driving conditions menu (Active Body seat and the vehicle model series. Using the Control) T button next to the COMAND controller or the Seat menu item in the system menu, General notes you can call up the following seat adjustment...
Page 313: Multicontour Seat
Vehicle functions Selecting the seat Turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. To exit the menu: press the % back button. Adjusting the seat contour in the lumbar region of the seat backrest This function is available on M-Class vehicles with multicontour seats and on all SL-Class vehicles, regardless of seat variant.
Page 314: Vehicles
Vehicle functions Select the seat ( page 311). Select Seat Sides by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. A scale appears. Turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. To exit the menu: press the % back button.
Page 315: Massage Function
Vehicle functions The values stand for: Turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. - backrest and seat cushion are heated The massage function runs for equally to the maximum level approximately 15 to 25 minutes, - the heat output to the seat depending on the setting.
Page 316: Safety Notes
Navigation Resetting all adjustments For further information on the rear view camera, see separate vehicle Operator's Manual. Press the W function button. The system menu appears. Select Settings by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Rear View Camera and press W to confirm.
Page 317: Gps Reception
Navigation GPS reception COMAND calculates the route to the Correct functioning of the navigation system destination without taking account of the depends, amongst other things, on GPS following, for example: reception. In certain situations, GPS traffic lights reception may be impaired, there may be stop and give way signs interference or there may be no reception at merging lanes...
Page 318: Basic Settings
Navigation Switching to navigation mode direction and lane recommendations. Navigation announcements guide you to your destination. Route guidance inactive means that no destination has been entered yet and no route has been calculated yet. Showing/hiding the menu You can show or hide the menu at the lower edge of the map.
Page 319 Navigation Select Navi in the main function bar by Route: the Eco Route is a variant of sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND Fast Route route type. COMAND will attempt to minimize the journey distance controller and press W to confirm. at the expense of a slightly increased Select Route Settings...
Page 320 Navigation Entering a destination by address carpool lanes when calculating the route. COMAND then guides you in and out of Introduction carpool lanes using visual and acoustic When entering an address as the destination, driving directions. you have the following options: entering the state/province, city/ZIP code and street entering the state/province, city and...
Page 321: Selecting A State
Navigation 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. The address entry menu appears again. The state/province selected has now been entered.
Page 322 Navigation List of cities as selection list Street list as selection list Option 2: city list as selection list Option 2: street list as selection list Select an entry by turning cVd the Select a street by turning cVd the COMAND controller.
Page 323 Navigation COMAND controller and press W to Entering the ZIP code, center and intersection confirm. You will see the house number list either Entering a ZIP code with the character bar (option 1) or as a Call up the address entry menu selection list (option 2).
Page 324 Navigation Irrespective of the option, press W to confirm your selection. If COMAND is able to assign the ZIP code unambiguously to a specific address, the address entry menu appears again. The ZIP code appears in place of the city's name. If COMAND cannot assign the ZIP code unambiguously to a specific address, the address entry menu also appears again.
Page 325: Starting Route Calculation
Navigation Starting route calculation Intersection list with character bar List entry most closely resembling the Address entry menu with destination address characters entered so far Destination address List To start route calculation Character bar You can now have COMAND calculate the Option 1: intersection list with character bar route for the address specified or save the address first, e.g.
Page 326: Selecting A Destination From The Destination Memory
Navigation Option 2 – route guidance is already Select and press W to confirm. active: if route guidance is already active, a After selecting Yes, the Saving prompt will appear asking whether you wish Procedure Successful message to terminate the currently active route appears.
Page 327: Entering A Destination Using The Map
Navigation Select Dest. in the navigation system List entry most closely resembling the menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND characters entered so far controller and pressing W to confirm. To switch to the selection list To delete an entry Characters not currently available Character bar Currently selected character...
Page 328 Navigation Current vehicle position To select a destination: press W the Crosshair COMAND controller once or several times. If COMAND is unable to assign a unique Details of the crosshair position address, you will see either the address Map scale selected entry menu with the destination address or Select Using Map...
Page 329: Entering An Intermediate Stop
Navigation Intermediate stop categories Select Using Geo-Coordinates press W to confirm. Option 1: the route does not have an An entry menu appears. intermediate stop. Select Stopover and press W to confirm. You can now enter the latitude and longitude coordinates.
Page 330: Deleting
Navigation Entering waypoints If COMAND finds destinations, a list appears on the right-hand side of the Introduction display. You can map the route yourself by entering The stopovers along the route are displayed up to two waypoints. The sequence of the at the top of the list, sorted by increasing waypoints can be changed at any time.
Page 331 Navigation Confirm by pressing W the COMAND controller. Enter the waypoint via one of the following options. Selection Action Enter a Address Entry destination by address page 318). To accept the waypoint: confirm From Memory Select a pressing W. destination from the destination To display the details: select Details...
Page 332: Entering A Point Of Interest
Navigation Accepting waypoints for the route Waypoint menu with two waypoints Editing waypoints Select Start in the waypoint menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and You can: press W to confirm. change waypoints The route is calculated with the entered change the sequence in the waypoint menu waypoints.
Page 333 Navigation To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller. Select Destination in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select From POIs and press W to confirm. A menu appears. Choose one of the options and press W to confirm.
Page 334 Navigation Defining the position for the point of interest search Selection Characteristic Instructions Near Entry is only possible Select Near Destination from the POI Destination when route guidance is menu and press W to confirm. active. Select a POI category ( page 333).
Page 335: List
Navigation Searching by point of interest category Point of interest search near the current position (example) POI category list The example shows a search after the Call up the POI menu ( page 330). selection of the Rest Area entry. After entering a city, the POI category list The POI search is canceled when 50 POIs appears after choosing the menu item...
Page 336: Point Of Interest List With Character Bar
Navigation The search results display the following The example has been selected in the information: & RESTAURANT POI category. Further information on searching via POI categories an arrow that shows the linear direction to page 333). the point of interest Select the POI in the POI list by turning the linear distance to the point of interest cVd the COMAND controller and press...
Page 337 Navigation the search ( page 332), the POI list with character bar appears. Depending on your selection, you can select all available points of interest on the digital map or the points of interest in the vicinity of the selected position. Proceed as described in "Searching for a phone book entry"...
Page 338: Settings
Navigation Settings on the map varies according to the icon. You can select the icons that you want Calling up the "Personal POIs" menu COMAND to display. If no points of interest are available, you will see a message to this effect. You also see this message if you have selected the No Symbols...
Page 339: Managing Categories
Navigation Call up the "Personal POIs" menu Selection Explanation page 336). Standard entry for ªNot In the "Personal POIs" menu, select personal POIs Classified Visual Warning For Personal POIs and press W to confirm. Personal POIs ªCOMAND The menu displays the available categories. (destinations, routes) that you have imported via the Select a category and press W to confirm.
Page 340: Saving
Navigation Managing personal POIs Call up the "Personal POIs" menu page 336). Select Manage Personal POIs in the menu and press W to confirm. Select Classified, COMAND or your own category and press W to confirm. Select a personal POI and press W to confirm.
Page 341: Selecting As The Destination
Navigation Selecting as the destination Option 2 Insert the SD memory card ( page 439). To switch on navigation mode: press the Ø function button. To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller. Select Position in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 342 Navigation If route guidance has not been activated, route calculation for the personal point of interest will start immediately. Select and press W to confirm. If you select Yes, the personal POI is accepted as the destination. If you select No, the process will be aborted. To make a call: select Call and press W...
Page 343: Route Guidance
"Send" dialog downloaded in the same order as they are window. sent. Click "Send". If you own several Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with an mbrace subscriber Calling up destination addresses account: each destination address can be downloaded by each vehicle associated with the e-mail address registered for your mbrace account.
Page 344: Change Of Direction Phase
Navigation Route guidance begins once a route has been calculated ( page 323). COMAND guides you to your destination by means of navigation announcements in the form of audible navigation announcements and route guidance displays. The route guidance displays can only be seen if the display is switched to navigation mode.
Page 345: Presentation
Navigation In the example, the Now turn right Route (highlighted in blue, shown in both announcement is made 150 ft. before the the left and right displays) change of direction. Point at which the change of direction The display is split into two halves, as in the takes place (light blue dot, shown in both announcement phase.
Page 346 Navigation Display and description of lane Graphic representation of the distance to recommendations the next change of direction Distance to the next change of direction Lane Night Possible lane (light blue) design design Recommended lane (dark blue) Recommended lane Dark Light Lane not recommended (gray) blue...
Page 347 Navigation HOV or carpool lanes To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller. Select in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Switching navigation announcements on/off To switch off: press the 8 button during an announcement.
Page 348: Route Guidance Canceling
Navigation Announcing street names Destination or area of destination reached If the function is switched on, the name of the street which you are turning into is When you reach your destination, COMAND announced. displays a checkered flag and route guidance is automatically ended.
Page 349: Alternative Route
Navigation Selecting an alternative route With the "Alternative route" function, routes other than the original one can be calculated. Routes 1 to 3 are calculated with the current settings for the route type and route options and are shown with a dark blue line page 316).
Page 350: Estimated Time Of Arrival
Navigation To start route guidance using the for the intermediate stop, if they are part of selected alternative route: select Start the route. and press W to confirm. If a mobile phone is connected to COMAND COMAND begins route guidance on the and a phone number is included in the selected alternative route.
Page 351: Recording
Navigation Route display Example: route display stopped Road name and city display when route You can see the route before starting your display has been stopped journey. This function is only available when Distance of the crosshair from current the vehicle is stationary. vehicle position To switch on navigation mode: press the To get to the current vehicle position:...
Page 352 Navigation Calling up the Routes menu cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Displaying and editing the recorded route Insert the SD memory card ( page 439). To switch on navigation mode: press the Ø function button. Insert the SD memory card ( page 439).
Page 353: Off-Road
Navigation To begin route calculation: select Start To delete a route: select Delete in the in the menu by turning cVd the COMAND menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. controller and press W to confirm. COMAND attempts to align the recorded A prompt appears asking whether the route route with the digital map.
Page 354: Off-Map
Navigation Route guidance to a destination that is not COMAND is also able to guide you to a on a digitized road destination even from an off-road location. At the start of the route guidance, you will see Off road message, an arrow and the distance to the destination.
Page 355: Real-Time Traffic Reports
Navigation As soon as the system can assign the vehicle To hide the menu: slide ZV the COMAND position to the map again, route guidance controller and, when the Full Screen continues in the usual way. menu item is shown, press W to confirm. The map can be seen in the full-screen display.
Page 356: Traffic Reports Calling Up A List
Navigation Symbol for real-time traffic reports Warning (red) On the map: symbol appears at the beginning of the affected route section if route guidance is active and the route leads through an affected area. Traffic reports: symbol appears with the warning entry type Traffic incident (yellow) On the map: symbol appears at the beginning of the affected route section if route guidance is active and the route leads through an affected area.
Page 357 Navigation If the dialog field shows the "No Traffic List when route guidance is active Messages" message, this means that: no traffic reports have been received yet. no traffic reports are available. To cancel the search: select Cancel press W to confirm. To close the report window: select and press W to confirm.
Page 358: Reading Out Traffic Reports
Navigation Example: traffic report Select Traffic Symbol Information turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Depending on your selection: Messages On Route All Messages Report 8 of 16 for the road affected Example: details on traffic symbol information Report text Select Next...
Page 359: Destination Memory
Navigation To show the menu: press W the COMAND The route types Dynamic Route Dynamic Route Only After Request take controller. all relevant traffic messages into account Select Traffic by turning cVd the when calculating a route ( page 316). COMAND controller and press W to If you have set the route type Dynamic...
Page 360: Entry As A Home Address
Navigation Adopting an address book entry as a My Address entry is listed as the first home address entry in the destination memory. To switch on navigation mode: press the Select My Address by turning cVd the Ø function button. COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 361: Saving
Navigation message and then the address menu with Select Dest. in the navigation system the selected address. Start is highlighted menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND automatically. controller and pressing W to confirm. If a home address has already been stored, Select Save Destination and press W to...
Page 362: Assigning A Destination To An Address Book Entry
Navigation Storage options Example: saving a destination with a name Selected data field with cursor To save the destination without a Character bar name: select Save Without Name press W to confirm. Proceed as described under "Character COMAND stores the destination in the entry (navigation)"...
Page 363: Previous Destinations
Navigation You can start route guidance to this address telephone numbers, COMAND deletes the directly from the address book entire address book entry. page 401). Previous destinations Deleting a destination or the home address Introduction To switch to navigation mode: press the COMAND automatically stores the previous Ø...
Page 364: Moving
Navigation Setting the map scale To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller. Select Position in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Save Crosshair Position press W to confirm. Set map scale as a number with unit Deleting one of the previous Currently set map scale as indicated by...
Page 365: Map Settings
Navigation To hide the menu: slide ZV the COMAND the COMAND controller and press W to controller and, when the Full Screen confirm. menu item is shown, press W. Select Destination Map and press W to To scroll the weather map: slide XVY, confirm.
Page 366: North Orientation
Navigation Possible map orientations: COMAND controller and press W to confirm. 0 North orientation (the map view is A # dot indicates the new setting. displayed so that north is always up) ¤ Orientation in direction of travel (the Selecting POI symbols map is displayed so that the direction of travel is always up;...
Page 367: Information In The Display
Navigation Selecting map information Select Default Symbols, Custom Symbols Symbols. Map information in the display If you select Personal Symbols, the POI During route guidance, you can have map list appears. information shown at the bottom edge of the To switch the symbol display on/off: display.
Page 368: Road Display
Navigation You can only see this display during route Height display : and number of satellites guidance. used ? are not displayed. While moving the map, you will see additional data, depending on the crosshair position, if the digital map supports this data. This might be a street name, for example.
Page 369: City Model
Navigation Select Topographic Map and press W to Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND confirm. Depending on the previous status, switch controller and press W to confirm. the option on O or off ª. Select Map Settings and press W to...
Page 370 Navigation Traffic information on the map Speed & Flow Free Flow Incidents If you subscribe to the SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio Traffic Message Service, traffic information can be displayed on the map. You can select three categories for the display. To switch the display on/off: press W the COMAND controller to show the menu.
Page 371: Avoiding An Area
Navigation Defining an area for the first time Traffic Display on the map Calling up the area menu information To switch on navigation mode: press the Incidents Road sections with traffic Ø function button. incidents are illustrated with a yellow line and To show the menu: press W the COMAND arrows.
Page 372: List Of Areas
Navigation To scroll the weather map: slide XVY, Select Avoid Area and press W to ZVÆ or aVb the COMAND controller. confirm. If you have already selected one or more To set the map scale: as soon as you turn areas to avoid, a list of areas appears.
Page 373 Navigation Destination memory ( page 324) Deleting a set area List of categories for personal POIs Call up the area list ( page 370). page 339) Select an entry in the list by turning cVd Select the desired destination or personal the COMAND controller.
Page 374: Compass Function
The number of the map data version is shown. Information about new versions of the digital map can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Example: compass Current direction of travel Updating the digital map Current height above average sea level...
Page 375 If you select No, the process will be map can be obtained from an authorized canceled. Mercedes-Benz Center. You can have the Enter the activation code. digital map updated there with a DVD, or you After entering the activation code can update it yourself.
Page 376 Navigation Problems with the navigation system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions COMAND is unable to Route guidance is canceled if you interrupt the journey for more continue route than two hours. guidance after the "Interrupting the journey" refers to stopping the vehicle. journey has been "Continuing route guidance"...
Page 377 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. Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You see a message The DVD containing the digital map cannot be used for the update.
Page 378: Interface
Telephone Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions COMAND asks for an The digital map is secured with an activation code. activation code during Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. the map update. Safety notes Telephone WARNING Your COMAND equipment The driver must always concentrate on the These operating instructions describe all the road.
Page 379: Telephony
Telephone Call disconnection while the vehicle is The following requirements must be fulfilled in motion for a 911 emergency call: the mobile phone must be switched on. A call may be disconnected if: a network must be available. there is insufficient network coverage in a valid and operational SIM card must be certain areas.
Page 380 ® Bluetooth -capable mobile phones to COMAND on the Internet at http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for the USA) or Customer Relations at 1-800-387-0100 (for Canada). Some displays (e.g. the signal strength) depend on the supported version of the Hands-Free Profile.
Page 381: Searching For A Mobile Phone
Telephone Searching for a mobile phone Select Search for Phone from Vehicle and press W to confirm. A message appears. Select Start Search and press the W button to confirm. The message Searching for Bluetooth Phones... appears. ® COMAND looks for Bluetooth telephones within range and adds them to the ®...
Page 382 Telephone list. In this case, start a new search to Mercedes-Benz recommends de- ® authorization in COMAND and on the update the Bluetooth telephone list. mobile phone ( page 382). Subsequent Authorizing (registering) a mobile phone authorization may otherwise fail.
Page 383: External Authorization
Telephone Please note the following: some mobile phones require that you establish the connection to COMAND again once you have entered the passkey (see the mobile phone operating instructions). The mobile phone cannot otherwise be authorized. Press the % function button on COMAND.
Page 384: De-Authorizing
De-authorizing (de-registering) a mobile phone Select the list symbol to the right of the entry by sliding VY the COMAND Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends de- controller and press W to confirm. authorization in COMAND and on the mobile phone. Subsequent authorization may...
Page 385: Telephone Basic Menu
Signal strength of mobile phone network phone online at Ä http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call Receiver icon ¢ or ¡ the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance To display call lists center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) Character bar (USA) or Customer Relations at ®...
Page 386: Using The Telephone
Telephone Select Reception Volume If the phone number is not transferred or if the "Hide data" function is active, Unknown Transmission Volume and press W to shown in the display. confirm. Select a volume setting by turning cVd the You can also accept a call as described COMAND controller.
Page 387: Making A Call Via Speed Dial
Telephone To make a call: select ° in the character Option 2: bar and press W to confirm. Call up the telephone basic menu page 383). Press the 6 button on COMAND or on Select Call Lists by sliding VÆ and the multifunction steering wheel.
Page 388: Sending Dtmf Tones
Telephone Switching the hands-free microphone on/ characters in the character bar, pressing W to confirm each of them. This function is also available during an active phone call. Press the corresponding key on the COMAND number keypad. Call up the telephone basic menu Every character selected will be page 383).
Page 389: Toggling
Telephone The system behavior after accepting the Select symbol : by turning cVd the incoming call depends on your mobile phone. COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The mobile phone supports the call waiting ® function (via Bluetooth ) when: Press the 6 button on COMAND.
Page 390: Calling Up
Telephone Calling up the phone book To end the active call: select ¢ in the telephone basic menu and press W to Opening the phone book confirm. Press the % function button. Select Name in the telephone basic menu Press the ~ button on COMAND or on by turning cVd the COMAND controller the multifunction steering wheel.
Page 391 Telephone Symbol overview Select the characters of the entry you are searching for one by one and press W to Explanation confirm. When the selection is clear, COMAND Æ Address book entry that has been switches automatically to the selection list. entered or changed via COMAND To complete the search: slide VZ the COMAND controller repeatedly or press...
Page 392: Creating A New Entry
Telephone Select an entry in the selection list by turning cVd the COMAND controller. Select the list symbol to the right of the entry by sliding VY the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Delete and press W to confirm. A prompt appears asking whether the entry should be deleted.
Page 393 Telephone Select and press W to confirm. If you select Yes, a selection list will appear containing the five existing numbers. If you select No, the process will be aborted. Select the number to be overwritten by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 394: Book
Telephone Displaying details from a list entry If no mobile phone is connected, then the Call Lists menu item is grayed out and COMAND can also show a shortened list entry cannot be selected. If you connect a mobile in full. phone other than the previous one to Select a list entry by turning cVd the COMAND, the previously available call lists...
Page 395: Call Lists
Telephone i Save is shown in gray if the selected list Telephone Display (phone entry has already been saved. category book and address book) Select Add Phone No. and press W to confirm. Not Classified Select a category for the number, e.g. Ï...
Page 396 Telephone Select Call Lists in the telephone basic menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Delete Call Lists and press W to confirm. A prompt appears asking whether you wish to delete all call lists. Select and press W to confirm.
Page 397: Information And Requirements
Telephone Select the list symbol to the right of the Select Speed Dial Preset List entry by sliding VY the COMAND turning cVd the COMAND controller and controller and press W to confirm. press W to confirm. The speed dial list appears. Select Assign Speed Dial Preset press W to confirm.
Page 398: Inbox
Telephone phones/brackets and if the mobile phone Text message read-aloud function inbox holds a large number of text Settings for the read-aloud function: messages. Language ( page 306) In order to be able to use the text Speed ( page 305) ®...
Page 399: Deleting
Telephone Displaying details and phone numbers Press W the COMAND controller and select Use. COMAND can also show a shortened sender display in full. Select Call. The phone makes the call. Select a text message in the text message inbox by turning cVd the COMAND It is possible that a highlighted numerical controller.
Page 400: Calling Up
Telephone Select Delete and press W to confirm. phone remain in the address book even if you disconnect the mobile phone from A deletion prompt appears. COMAND. Contacts that have previously Select and press W to confirm. been available can be displayed as soon as If you select Yes, the text message is the mobile phone is reconnected.
Page 401 Telephone d Phone book entry on the mobile phone Entry with voice tag For more symbols, see the symbol overview page 389). Find an entry ( page 389) Creating a new entry in the address book You can enter address data directly into the Address book with address book entry ¥...
Page 402: Back Button
Telephone Option 2: search for an address book entry Starting route guidance to an address page 389). Select the address data field by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press Select the list symbol to the right of the entry by sliding VY the COMAND W to confirm.
Page 403: Starting Route Guidance
Telephone Select Edit and press W to confirm. Dials a number Display details for an address book entry Option 2: call up the detailed view for an page 400). address book entry ( page 400). Select the phone number data field by Select the list symbol to the right of the turning cVd the COMAND controller.
Page 404: Voice Tag
Telephone Display details for an address book entry phone number, for example. You can add one page 400). voice tag per address book entry. Select the address data field by turning Adding or changing a voice tag cVd the COMAND controller and press Search for an address book entry with or W to confirm.
Page 405: Importing Contacts
Telephone Importing phone book entries Source Conditions This function allows you to store phone book memory card The SD memory card is entries from the mobile phone in the address inserted ( page 439). It book. contains importable The following can be used as a source: contact details.
Page 406: Deleting Contacts
Telephone select Phone by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. A menu appears. W to confirm. Select Import Contacts and press W to Select Download Contacts and press W confirm.
Page 407 Telephone Received Business Cards Proceed as follows if you do not want to save sensitive contacts in the address book: Delete All A prompt corresponding to your selection Connect the mobile phone to COMAND. appears. Contacts are automatically downloaded to Select and press W to confirm.
Page 408: Conditions For Access
General notes message. Conditions for access To use Mercedes-Benz Apps from COMAND Online and Internet access, the following conditions must be fulfilled: mbrace is activated and operational mbrace is activated for Mercedes-Benz...
Page 409 COMAND For both options, press W the COMAND controller and pressing W to confirm. controller. The Mercedes-Benz Apps menu is The Internet connection is established. An displayed. active Internet connection is identified with symbol :. The example shows a menu in the Google™...
Page 410: Search
Online and Internet functions Bring the Google Local Search panel to the front and press W to confirm. To exit the menu: select Back by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Search Entry restriction It is only possible to enter a search term in the input menu when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 411 Online and Internet functions To call up a destination: select Call with the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. You then switch to the telephone function and make the call ( page 384). The menu item is grayed out if there is no phone number available.
Page 412: Popular Searches
Online and Internet functions Popular searches Search History This function allows you to search using This function offers you all the previous predefined search criteria. search queries. Bring Popular Searches in the local Bring Search History in the local search search menu to the front by turning cVd menu to the front by turning cVd the (the COMAND controller and press W to...
Page 413 Call up the website for Google™ maps on With Options, you set the options for the the Internet. destination/route download Select the destination. page 415). Select "Mercedes-Benz" as the company Confirm the Dest./Route Download entry. panel by pressing W. Confirm "Send" on the Google™ maps Available routes and destinations are website.
Page 414: Using As The Destination
Online and Internet functions Step 3: using destinations/routes Using as the destination Calling up the menu Select Navigate to in the menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press Select an entry in the list by turning cVd W to confirm. the COMAND controller and press W to You then switch to navigation mode and confirm.
Page 415 Introduction The entry is saved as a personal POI on the You can select options for the following SD memory card. Mercedes-Benz Apps from COMAND Online: You can use a personal POI in navigation Local search ( page 414) mode for route calculation ( page 339).
Page 416: Options Menu
Select the ® icon in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The carousel view appears. Bring the Mercedes-Benz Apps panel to the front by turning cVd the COMAND controller and pressing W to confirm. Select Options by sliding VÆ...
Page 417: Setting Options For Destination Route Download
Online and Internet functions Setting options for destination/route Selecting a service provider download Setting the type of import Select Local Search in the Options menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. You can choose between manual and The menu shows the current settings.
Page 418: Further Mercedes-Benz Apps
The respective start page appears. Select Continue to view further content. Resetting adjustments With the reset function, all Mercedes-Benz Apps settings are reset to the factory settings. Select the ® icon in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the...
Page 419: Calling Up The Carousel View
Online and Internet functions Calling up a website The following examples show how to call up a Mercedes-Benz App, for example Facebook, Calling up the carousel view and generally how to call up Google™ services. To call up Facebook: select the ® symbol...
Page 420: Selecting Favorites
Online and Internet functions To enter using the character bar: enter To select a web address in the list: slide the web address in the input line. Character ZV the COMAND controller in the input entry ( page 299). menu with character bar. As soon as the first letter has been entered The list is activated.
Page 421 Online and Internet functions Example: highlighting an item that can be selected Navigating the website Turn cVd the COMAND controller. Overview A button is highlighted in the example. Action Result Example: entering text Turn cVd the Navigates from one item that can be controller.
Page 422: Menu Functions
Online and Internet functions Enter the text using the character bar or the number keypad. Character entry page 299). If the text has been entered, select the ¬ symbol by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The text has now been entered.
Page 423 Online and Internet functions Calling up the previous website Call up the menu ( page 420). Select Previous by turning cVd or sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Calling up the next website Call up the menu ( page 420).
Page 424: Creating Favorites
Online and Internet functions Other menu functions Closing the active window Opening in a new window Call up the menu ( page 420). You can open up to five windows Select Close Active Window by turning simultaneously. cVd or sliding ZVÆ the COMAND Call up the menu ( page 420).
Page 425: Favorites Menu
Online and Internet functions Bring the Create New Favorite panel to Select the favorite in the carousel view by the front by turning cVd or sliding XVY turning cVd or sliding XVY the COMAND the COMAND controller. controller and press W to confirm. The favorite is opened.
Page 426 Online and Internet functions Opening in a new window Call up the Favorites menu ( page 423). Select Open In A New Window by turning cVd or sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Calling up details Call up the Favorites menu ( page 423).
Page 427: Settings
Online and Internet functions Deleting favorites in the Favorites menu Some websites save information in small text files (cookies) in COMAND Online. You Select Delete by turning cVd or sliding can determine whether cookies may be ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press stored.
Page 428: Radio Mode
Audio Select the setting by turning cVd or sliding Audio ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press Your COMAND equipment W to confirm. The # dot in front of an entry indicates These operating instructions describe all the standard and optional equipment for your which setting is active.
Page 429: Selecting A Station
Audio Switching modes via the audio menu Sound settings FM radio, AM radio or WB radio Program information Preset functions Radio functions Select FM/AM Radio by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Switching HD Radio on/off Example: audio menu Current audio operating mode Main function bar...
Page 430: Switching Wavebands
Audio Selecting a station FM: CD quality sound AM: analog FM station sound quality Selecting stations via the station search the display of text-based information function (e.g. artist, track name) in the display Press the E or F button. For further information on HD Radio™, visit http://www.hdradio.com.
Page 431: Autostore
Audio Select a preset by turning cVd the Waveband Frequency COMAND controller and press and hold AM (MF) 530 – 1700 kHz W until you hear a tone. The station is stored under the preset. FM (VHF) 87.7 – 107.9 MHz Storing stations automatically WB (Weather Band) Weather report...
Page 432 Audio Displaying station information COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select from the menu and press W to confirm. Searching for a channel Quick select: turn cVd or slide XVY the COMAND controller while the display/ selection window is active. Press the E or F button.
Page 433: Notes
In the lower menu line, select and press of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. This means W to confirm. operation may not be possible in certain Select Service and press W to confirm.
Page 434: Switching On
Audio http://www.sirius.com (USA) or Option 2 http://www.siriuscanada.com (Canada). If registration is not included when purchasing the system, your credit card details will be required to activate your account. If the satellite receiver is not installed or is not installed correctly, the Device Unavailable message will appear.
Page 435 Audio Selecting a channel Channel search Turn cVd or slide XVY the COMAND controller while the display/selection window in the SatRadio display is active. Press the E or F button. COMAND searches in both directions (ascending and descending) and stops at the next channel found in the selected No Service message appears when...
Page 436 Audio Entering channel numbers directly Option 2 Option 1: press the l button. Select Channel List with Artist, Title and press W to confirm. An input menu appears. The channel list appears and displays the Option 2: select in the submenu bar artists and tracks currently being played.
Page 437: Displaying Information
Audio Select a preset by turning cVd the Displaying information COMAND controller and press and hold W until you hear a tone. Press and hold a number button, e.g. n, until you hear a tone. The channel is stored under the preset. Storing channels automatically This function automatically stores channels with adequate reception in the preset...
Page 438: Safety Notes
Audio Select Sat Radio in the submenu bar by There is a risk of being distracted from the turning cVd the COMAND controller and road and traffic conditions if you insert or press W to confirm. eject a disc while the vehicle is in motion. Select Service and press W to confirm.
Page 439 Audio Full magazine tray (eject function is Select a magazine tray to be filled by available) turning cVd the COMAND controller and Empty magazine tray (disc can be press W to confirm. inserted) To exit the menu: press the V eject/ Press a number key, e.g.
Page 440 Audio To cancel loading: press the V eject/ load button again or press the % back button. If you cancel loading with the % back button, the system loads and plays the last CD you inserted. Ejecting discs from the DVD changer If you remove one disc while playing another disc, the DVD changer interrupts playback.
Page 441: Connecting A Usb Device
Information about suitable USB devices the memory card used. You can obtain can be obtained from an authorized further information at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Mercedes-Benz Center. MP3 players must support Media Transfer Inserting an SD memory card Protocol (MTP).
Page 442: Example Display Audio Cd Mode
Audio Switching modes using the function Example display: audio CD mode button Press the h function button one or more times. By pressing the function button repeatedly, you can change the operating mode in the following order: audio CD/DVD/video DVD/MP3 CD/MP3 DVD in the DVD changer or single DVD drive (disc mode) memory card mode...
Page 443: Pause Function
Audio Stop function Example display: MP3 mode This function is only available in audio DVD mode. Switch on audio DVD mode ( page 439). To interrupt playback: select É by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The Ë...
Page 444: Video Dvd
Audio COMAND controller and press W to For DVD changer confirm. Media Interface, position 0 The media list appears. The # dot indicates the current medium being played. ® Bluetooth audio The media list shows the discs currently available. Equipped with a single DVD drive View in :: DVD drive, position 1: readable data media G magazine tray not shown...
Page 445 Audio If the Random Tracks Random Folder COMAND imports track information from the playback option has been selected, the following data carriers: track order is random. disc (audio CD/DVD/MP3) memory card Selecting a track using the number MUSIC REGISTER keypad USB storage device Press the ¯...
Page 446 Audio controller until the desired position has ® Selecting Gracenote data to be displayed been reached. Press and hold the E or F button until the desired position is reached. Gracenote Media Database Introduction This function is only available in audio CD mode.
Page 447: Displaying The Track And Album
Group menu item(s) cannot be new versions can be obtained from an selected. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Switch on audio DVD mode ( page 439). You can have your music recognition software updated there with a DVD, or you...
Page 448: Playback Options
Audio Playback options Notes on MP3 mode To select options: switch on CD/audio General notes DVD or MP3 mode ( page 439). Depending on the volume and format of the Select CD, DVD-A by sliding VÆ and MP3 data, the length of time required for turning cVd the COMAND controller and reading the data may increase.
Page 449: Copy Protection
Audio than MP3 or WMA tracks are not displayed by COMAND supports WMA files of the COMAND. following types: If MP3 or WMA files are stored in the root fixed bit rates from 5 kbit/s to 384 kbit/s directory itself, the root directory will also be sampling rates of 8 kHz to 48 kHz treated as a folder.
Page 450: Music Search
Audio Only use round discs with a diameter of Switch on an audio source and call up the 12 cm. Do not use discs with a diameter of basic display, e.g. MP3 mode 8 cm, even with an adapter. page 439). Select Search by sliding VÆ...
Page 451 Audio Select a category in the category list by Selecting a track turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Reading Data... message appears. The search may take some time, depending on the number of tracks available. Track information is complete message appears once the search is completed.
Page 452 Audio Selecting music genres To change the character set used in the character bar: highlight Select by sliding Select Genres in the category list by VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND turning cVd the COMAND controller and controller and press W to confirm. press W to confirm.
Page 453: Music Register
An error in COMAND might result audio CD/DVD/MP3 (disc) in the loss of the music files stored in the memory card mode MUSIC REGISTER. Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of data. MUSIC REGISTER USB storage device You can store music files in a compressed...
Page 454 Audio Confirm the message by pressing W and Step 1: selecting tracks to import store the music data ( page 452). Select Track (s) by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to Switching modes via the audio menu confirm.
Page 455 Audio Calling up memory space info Step 3: beginning the import Select Start by turning cVd the COMAND Switch to the MUSIC REGISTER controller and press W to confirm. page 451). Information about the import source and Select Music Register by sliding VÆ...
Page 456: Playback Options
Audio Select Options by sliding VY and press W to confirm. Select Delete and press W to confirm. A query appears. is highlighted. If you select Yes, the folders/tracks are deleted. You see the Please Wait... message. Then, you see the Data deleted message.
Page 457 380). on the market are equally suitable. To obtain more information about suitable ® Bluetooth audio devices and about ® connecting Bluetooth audio devices to COMAND, visit http://www.mbusa-mobile.com (USA). Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
Page 458: Device List
Audio Searching for and authorizing a Confirm Bluetooth Audio Device List ® by pressing W the COMAND controller. Bluetooth audio device To search: confirm Search for BT Audio Devices by pressing W the COMAND controller. ® COMAND searches for Bluetooth audio devices within range and adds them to the ®...
Page 459 Audio External authorization ® Reconnecting a Bluetooth audio device ® The Bluetooth audio profiles are connected automatically under the following circumstances: one of the last two mobile phones to have been connected has also been used as a ® Bluetooth audio player (if this function is supported by the mobile phone).
Page 460: Data Medium
Audio itself, so that COMAND can play the audio If you select No, the process will be files. canceled. ® Before re-authorizing the Bluetooth ® Bluetooth audio device and audio device, you should also delete the simultaneous search for mobile phones device name MB Bluetooth from your...
Page 461 Audio ® To continue playback: select Ì by Using the Bluetooth audio basic display turning cVd the COMAND controller and ® Connect ( page 455) the Bluetooth audio press W to confirm. device. A message appears. É is selected. ® Reconnect the Bluetooth audio device Restarting playback after stopping...
Page 462 Audio To start playback: select Ì by turning Select BT Audio by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. W to confirm. Playback resumes from the beginning. The # dot indicates the option selected. Select the option by turning cVd the Selecting a track COMAND controller and press W to...
Page 463: Mp3 Player
For details and a list of supported devices, ® A connected iPod or MP3 player should visit http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or not be simultaneously operated via the call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Media Interface and the remote control Center at ® (e.g. Bluetooth remote control) or directly 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for via the device itself.
Page 464: Switching To
The separate USB connection ensures device directly. quick access and expanded media content options. Switching on via the media list Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if you have further questions. Switching to Media Interface mode General notes In extreme cases, starting up individual functions can take up to several minutes –...
Page 465: Selecting Music Files
Audio Track Sequence, the track sequence is Type of data medium random. Playback options Select the entry under position 0 (DVD Selecting using the number keypad changer) or position 5 (single DVD drive) in To make an entry: press the l button. the media list by turning cVd the COMAND An input menu appears.
Page 466 Audio Playlists (e.g. All) Calling up a category list Artists Albums Tracks Podcasts Genres Composers Audiobooks Videos Some playback categories contain the entry All. If this entry has been selected, the entire content of the category selected will be played. Videos category is available for ®...
Page 467 Audio is not available for albums or playlists, for example. Select a category, e.g. Artists, by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The available artists are displayed. Press the corresponding number key once or repeatedly to select the initial letter of the desired artist.
Page 468: Playback Options
Audio MP3 player instructions page 444). The availability depends on the use and the tracks already selected. General information Keyword Search Up to 30,000 tracks per medium are Selecting keyword search allows you to supported. search through all categories on the You can speed up some functions and connected device for keywords.
Page 469 You will find further information online at Select using cVd and press W to http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call confirm. the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance The audio AUX menu appears. The medium Center at in the external audio source is played if the 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
Page 470: Video Dvd Mode
Video Select Volume in the AUX display by turning As soon as the selector lever of the cVd the COMAND controller and press transmission is returned to position P, the video image is shown. W to confirm. A menu appears. The # dot indicates the current setting.
Page 471: Notes On Discs
Notes on discs factory. This setting can be changed at an ! Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will They could peel off and damage COMAND. allow you to play video DVDs with a...
Page 472: Showing/Hiding The Menu
Video Hiding/showing the navigation menu DVD changer: insert a video DVD. Press h. To show: in DVD video mode, slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller. Press the % back button. To hide: slide ZVÆ the COMAND COMAND loads the medium inserted and controller.
Page 473: Video Dvd
Video To stop playback: while playback is interrupted, select É again and press W to confirm. During playback, confirm É by pressing W twice in rapid succession. Ì is selected. To restart playback: confirm Ì by pressing W. Playback restarts from the beginning. Menu shown Video DVD options Pause function...
Page 474: Dvd Menu
Video Selecting a film/title Equipped with a DVD changer: press W the COMAND controller to display all magazine trays. Select a video DVD by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. COMAND loads the video DVD and begins playing it.
Page 475: Setting The Language
Video Show the DVD menu ( page 472). Select the Back (to movie) menu item in the menu and press W to confirm. Select a menu item by sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to Setting the language and audio format confirm.
Page 476: Showing/Hiding The Menu
Video Switching to AUX video mode Select Subtitles Camera Angle press W to confirm. In both cases, a menu appears. The # dot in front of an entry indicates the current setting. Select a setting by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
Page 477: Introduction
Video WARNING Data medium Supported picture External video sources may have different formats volumes, which can mean that system CD/DVD with jpeg, jpg messages such as traffic announcements and picture files navigation system announcements are much louder. If necessary, please deactivate the USB devices (sticks, jpeg, jpg system messages or adjust their volume...
Page 478 SIRIUS Weather To revert to the original size: press W the COMAND controller. Press the % back button. Exiting the picture viewer Select Back To Menu in the menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Changing the picture view To start playing music: confirm Search...
Page 479: Daily Forecast
SIRIUS Weather Pacific. The wind speeds are in the category Introduction of a hurricane. This function is currently not available for Canada. Switching the SIRIUS weather display For the reception of weather forecasts via on/off satellite radio, you will need a SIRIUS XM Satellite Weather subscription.
Page 480: Forecast
SIRIUS Weather the current highest temperature and Displaying detailed information forecasts the current lowest temperature and forecasts the probability of rain Besides the current temperatures, you can display information such as wind speeds and UV index. Select Info in the information chart by Example: five-day forecast as an information chart turning cVd the COMAND controller and To switch to the five-day forecast:...
Page 481: Information Chart
SIRIUS Weather Selecting the location in the information chart Selecting a state (searching for winter sport areas) "Selecting the area for the weather forecast" menu Select Position in the information chart by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. A menu appears.
Page 482: Memory Functions
SIRIUS Weather Memory functions Storing the area in the weather memory For areas that are frequently called up, 10 presets (0, 1 – 9) are available in the weather memory. In the weather memory: select the area for the weather forecast ( page 478).
Page 483: Weather Map
SIRIUS Weather Changing the scale the daily forecast is shown, briefly press a number key, such as l. The weather data for the selected area is displayed. Weather map Calling up the weather map As soon as you turn cVd the COMAND controller, you see the scale bar.
Page 484 SIRIUS Weather station and displays it automatically as a daily forecast. Switching layers on the map on/off You can switch on different layers, for example to display the rain radar, weather fronts and the course of tropical storms on the map. Display the menu on the weather map page 481).
Page 485 SIRIUS Weather Explanation of the layers on the weather map Layer Map display Selectable scales Radar Map Shows the rain radar as a colored area on the map. For an explanation of the colors, see the legend page 486). Storm Shows the characteristics of a storm Characteristics Characteristics are:...
Page 486 SIRIUS Weather Conditions: the Storm Characteristics Conditions: the Atmospheric Pressure layer is active ( page 482) and weather data layer is switched on ( page 482) and weather is available. data is available. In the example, the weather map shows a The example shows the position of high and hailstorm and tornadic storms with the path low-pressure areas (H, L), weather fronts and...
Page 487 SIRIUS Weather Weather Explanation front Stationary The weather front moves front minimally. The weather remains changeable in this area. Occlusion This occurs when a faster cold front reaches an advancing warm front and combines with it. The weather remains Information on a cyclone changeable and rainy within You can select individual points (:, ;...
Page 488: Legend
SIRIUS Weather Legend (precipitation radar and storms) Region of origin Category Atlantic, North and Hurricane South Pacific Category 1 Oceans Hurricane Category 5 Northwestern Tropical Low Pacific Ocean Pressure System Northwestern Tropical Cyclone Pacific Ocean Northwestern Typhoon Display the menu on the weather map Pacific Ocean page 481).
Page 489 SIRIUS Weather The time stamp shows when the weather data was created by the weather station. A time stamp corresponds to the time at the vehicle's current position. The changeover from summer time to standard time is performed automatically. Display the menu on the weather map page 481).
Page 491 Useful information ......490 Stowage areas ........490 Features ..........494...
Page 492: Glove Box
Stowage areas Glove box 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 493: Eyeglasses Compartment
Stowage areas Stowage compartment/telephone Stowage compartment in the center compartment under the armrest console To open: press button ;. To open: press the trim element on cover :. Armrest : opens. To remove the rubber mat: grasp the tabs In the stowage compartment, there is a on the rubber mat and pull up to remove.
Page 494: Rear
Stowage areas To remove: grab strap ; and pull umbrella Open the seat belt guide and remove the seat belt ( page 117). holder : out of the stowage compartment in the direction of the arrow. Move the left-hand front seat forwards page 118) and fold the backrest To insert: push umbrella holder : in the forwards.
Page 495 Stowage areas ! Only close the trunk once the roof is lowered completely. Otherwise, you could damage the roof. If you close the trunk lid before the roof is lowered completely, the loading aid switch lights up and a warning tone sounds. To make it easier to load your luggage, you can raise the stowed roof after you have opened the trunk lid.
Page 496 Features Problems with the loading aid Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions It is no longer possible You cannot close the trunk any more. to lower the stowed Call a qualified specialist workshop. roof in the trunk using the loading aid. Cup holder in the center console Stowage well under the trunk floor To open: open stowage compartment...
Page 497: Bottle Holder
Features Bottle holder Observe the "Important safety notes" in the "Stowage compartments" section page 490). Mirror light Bracket Retaining strip, e.g. for a parking lot ticket Vanity mirror Mirror cover To open: open the stowage compartment page 492). Vanity mirror in the sun visor To remove the insert: slide catches : inwards in the direction of the arrow.
Page 498: Cigarette Lighter
Features Ashtray Your attention must always be focused on the traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette To open: open stowage compartment : lighter when road and traffic conditions page 491). permit. To remove the insert: pull insert ; up in Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the the direction of the arrow, out of the cup ignition lock (...
Page 499 If you have questions about the activation, contact one of the following telephone Lift up the cover of socket :. hotlines: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Socket under the armrest Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 Canada: Customer Service at...
Page 500: Emergency Call
To adjust the volume during an mbrace call, Have the system checked at the nearest proceed as follows: authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact Press the W or X button on the the following service hotlines: multifunction steering wheel.
Page 501 Shortly after the emergency call has been road initiated, a voice connection is automatically the vehicle is not visible or cannot easily be established between the Mercedes-Benz seen by other road users, particularly when Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle dark or in poor visibility conditions occupants.
Page 502: Mb Info Call Button
Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center was Press Roadside Assistance button :. established. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz This may be because the corresponding Customer Assistance Center. The indicator mobile phone network is not available.
Page 503: Call Priority
When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside there is sufficient GPS reception, the mbrace Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency system transmits data to the Mercedes-Benz call can still be initiated. In this case, an Customer Assistance Center, for example:...
Page 504 ® on Google Maps can be transferred via mbrace directly to your vehicle's navigation Destination addresses are loaded in the system. same order as the order in which they were sent. If you have multiple Mercedes-Benz...
Page 505 15 to 60 minutes. After a replacement SmartKey is not available. The 30 days the vehicle can no longer be closed vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes-Benz remotely. Customer Assistance Center. The vehicle can be immediately opened...
Page 506: Vehicle Remote Malfunction Diagnosis
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance move your vehicle to a safe Center together with your PIN. position. message appears: follow the The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance instructions of the customer service Center then attempts to locate the mbrace representative. system. The Mercedes-Benz Customer The message in the display disappears.
Page 507: Downloading Routes
Features about various special offers at your functions" and "Download destination/ workshop. route" sections. monthly status information E-Mail on oil Speed alert level, air pressure, maintenance, brakes, etc. If applicable, you will receive You can define the upper speed limit, which information on special offers in the E-Mail.
Page 508 Alternatively, you can call the following Depending on the setting, the panic alarm telephone assistance services: lasts five or ten seconds. Afterwards, the alarm switches off. USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Garage door opener Canada: Customer Service at...
Page 509: Indicator Lamp
Features Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on Synchronizing the rolling code the integrated garage door opener. Observe the "Important safety notes" After a short time, indicator lamp : lights page 506). up yellow. Your vehicle must be within reach of the garage door or exterior gate drive.
Page 510: Opening/Closing The Garage Door
Features Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on same programming steps with this remote control. Before performing these steps, the integrated garage door opener. make sure that new batteries have been After a short time, indicator lamp : lights installed in garage door drive remote up yellow.
Page 511: Floormats
Features Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Floormats WARNING Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal. The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardized.
Page 513 Useful information ......512 Engine compartment ......512 ASSYST PLUS ........516 Care ............ 517...
Page 514: Useful Information
Engine compartment Useful information WARNING Opening the hood when the engine is This Operator's Manual describes all overheated or when there is a fire in the models and all standard and optional engine compartment could expose you to hot equipment of your vehicle available at the gases or other service products.
Page 515: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Engine oil Notes on the oil level Depending on the driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8l) of oil over a distance of 600 miles (1000km). The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds.
Page 516 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 513). Damage to the engine or exhaust system is...
Page 517 :. cleaning system. If necessary, add coolant that has been For further information on the windshield tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. washer system and headlamp cleaning system, see ( page 583). Replace cap ; and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
Page 518: Assyst Plus
Press the t or u button on the You can obtain further information from an steering wheel to select the Serv. menu. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). Press s or r to select the ASSYST PLUS submenu and press a to confirm.
Page 519: Care
! Do not park the vehicle for an extended can be obtained at a qualified specialist period straight after cleaning it, particularly workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz after having cleaned the wheels with wheel Center. cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause...
Page 520: Air Flow
Make sure that the SmartKey is at least 6.5 ft (2 m) away from the vehicle. Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. ! Never clean your vehicle in a Touchless Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a Automatic Car Wash as these use special gentle jet of water.
Page 521: Paint
Care Power washers Cleaning the paintwork ! Do not affix: WARNING The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt stickers blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage films to the tires or chassis components. magnetic plates or similar items Components damaged in this way may fail to painted surfaces.
Page 522: Matte Finish
Use only insect remover and car shampoo intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals from the range of recommended and and pollen may under certain approved Mercedes-Benz care products. circumstances prevent water from draining away. This can lead to corrosion damage and damage to electronic components.
Page 523: Rear View Camera
WARNING a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g. You could become trapped by the windshield Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning wipers if they start moving while cleaning the cloths. windshield or wiper blades. There is a risk of injury.
Page 524: Display
Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning ! For cleaning, do not use any of the products recommended and approved by following: Mercedes-Benz. alcohol-based thinner or gasoline The surface may change color temporarily. abrasive cleaning agents Wait until the surface is dry again.
Page 525: Seat Cover
Leather is a natural product. are chrome-plated or not, consult an It exhibits natural surface characteristics, for authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. example: Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with Differences in the texture a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g.
Page 526: Roof Lining
(80 †) or in direct sunlight. Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution. Cleaning the roof lining and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 527 Useful information ......526 Where will I find...? ......526 Flat tire ..........527 Battery (vehicle) ........ 531 Jump-starting ........534 Towing and tow-starting ....536 Fuses ..........539...
Page 528: Useful Information
Where will I find...? Useful information Vehicle tool kit General notes This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional The vehicle tool kit consists of a towing eye equipment of your vehicle available at the and test gauge for measuring the brake pad time of publication of the Operator's thickness ( page 181).
Page 529: Flat Tire
Flat tire Tire-change tool kit Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and level ground, as far away as possible from traffic. Switch on the hazard warning lamps. Secure the vehicle against rolling away page 175). Bring the front wheels into the straight- ahead position.
Page 530: Breakdown Assistance
Flat tire Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires Stop driving in emergency mode if: are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the you hear banging noises. factory. It is therefore recommended that the vehicle starts to shake. you additionally equip your vehicle with a you see smoke and smell rubber.
Page 531 Flat tire If you come into contact with the tire sealant, observe the following: Rinse off the tire sealant from your skin immediately with water. If the tire sealant comes into contact with your eyes, immediately rinse them thoroughly with clean water. If tire sealant is swallowed, immediately rinse your mouth out thoroughly and drink plenty of water.
Page 532 Flat tire Tire pressure reached First, tire sealant is pumped into the tire. The pressure can briefly rise to WARNING approximately 500 kPa (5.0 bar/73 psi). A tire temporarily sealed with tire sealant Do not switch off the tire inflation impairs the driving characteristics and is not compressor during this phase.
Page 533: Battery (Vehicle)
Battery (vehicle) Have the tire sealant bottle replaced as badly damaged. The tire sealant cannot repair soon as possible at a qualified specialist the tire in this instance. Damaged tires and a workshop. tire pressure that is too low can significantly Have the tire sealant bottle replaced every impair the vehicle's braking and driving four years at a qualified specialist...
Page 534 Battery (vehicle) 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 535 P Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and after disconnecting the battery. The approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an vehicle is secured against rolling away. accessory. It permits the charging of the You can then no longer move the vehicle.
Page 536: 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 537 Jump-starting Switch off all electrical consumers (e.g. radio, blower, etc.). Open the hood ( page 512). Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Press cover : of positive terminal ; down (in the direction of the arrow) and turn it clockwise.
Page 538: Installing The Towing Eye
Towing and tow-starting opened, which could lead to damage to the Towing and tow-starting transmission. Important safety notes ! Make sure that the electric parking brake WARNING is released. If the electric parking brake is faulty, visit a qualified specialist workshop. If you tow the vehicle, you must use a rigid towing bar if: ! The vehicle can be towed a maximum of...
Page 539: Towing And Tow-Starting
Towing and tow-starting Removing the towing eye Example: towing eye mounting covers Front cover Example: towing eye mounting covers Back cover Front cover The mountings for the screw-in towing eyes Back cover are located in the bumpers. They are at the Unscrew and remove the towing eye.
Page 540: With Both Axles On The Ground
Towing and tow-starting Switch on the hazard warning lamps On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, use the page 130). SmartKey instead of the Start/Stop button page 155). Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the Depress and hold the brake pedal. ignition lock and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Page 541: Fuses
The fuses are located in various fuse boxes: Only use fuses that have been approved for Fuse box in the engine compartment on the Mercedes-Benz vehicles and that have the right-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed correct fuse rating for the systems in the direction of travel concerned.
Page 542: Compartment
Fuses To open: pull cover : outwards in the To close: check whether the seal is seated correctly in cover :. direction of the arrow and remove it. To close: clip in cover : at the front of the Insert both openings = at the rear of dashboard.
Page 543 Fuses Remove front cover : towards the front by pulling it in the direction of the arrow. Lift off top cover ; by pulling it in the direction of the arrow. Fuses = are accessible through the two openings in the top of the fuse box. To close: insert the securing tags underneath top cover ;...
Page 545: Wheels And Tires
Useful information ......544 Important safety notes ....544 Operation ........... 544 Winter operation ....... 546 Tire pressure ........547 Loading the vehicle ......555 All about wheels and tires ....557 Changing a wheel ......565 Wheel and tire combinations ... 570...
Page 546: Useful Information
Accessories that are not approved for your Otherwise, the tires, particularly the vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being sidewalls, may be damaged. used correctly can impair the operating safety.
Page 547: Wet Road Surface
Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.
Page 548: Winter Operation
Do not drive with tires which have too little form, thereby damaging the tires tread depth. as this significantly reduces permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept the traction on wet roads (hydroplaning). responsibility for this type of damage. Replace the tires after six years at the latest, regardless of wear.
Page 549: Tire Pressure
Mercedes-Benz, or are of a characteristics may be severely impaired. corresponding standard of quality. There is a risk of accident.
Page 550 Tire pressure The specifications on the sample Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pressure tables are examples. Tire pressure specifications are vehicle-specific and may deviate from the data shown here. The tire pressure specifications that are valid for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pressure table on the vehicle.
Page 551: On-Board Computer
Some tire pressure tables show only the rim Only screw the standard valve cap or other diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for R18. The rim diameter is part of the tire size your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 552: Maximum
Tire pressure Maximum tire pressures Underinflated or overinflated tires Underinflation WARNING Tires with pressure that is too low can overheat and burst as a consequence. In addition, they also suffer from excessive and/ or irregular wear, which can severely impair the braking properties and the driving characteristics.
Page 553: Restarting
Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually tire is penetrated by a foreign object. In the event of a sudden loss of pressure, bring the To determine and set the correct tire vehicle to a halt by braking carefully. Avoid pressure, proceed as follows: abrupt steering maneuvers.
Page 554 Tire pressure Press the s or r button to select Information placard or the tire pressure label, Tire Pressure. you should determine the proper tire pressure for those tires. Press the a button. Run Flat Indicator Active As an added safety feature, your vehicle has Press 'OK' to Restart message been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring...
Page 555 Tire pressure significantly too low. The tire pressure alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to monitor is not malfunctioning. continue to function properly. USA only: if the warning lamp flashes for It is the driver's responsibility to set the tire around a minute and then remains lit pressure to that recommended for cold tires constantly, the tire pressure monitor is...
Page 556: Restarting
Tire pressure If the vehicle has been parked for longer than pressure. However, you can also define 20 minutes, the Tire pressure will be reference values manually as described here. displayed after driving a few Set the tire pressure to the value minutes message appears.
Page 557: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the vehicle Loading the vehicle Instruction labels for tires and loads WARNING Overloaded tires can overheat, causing a blowout. Overloaded tires can also impair the steering and driving characteristics and lead to brake failure. There is a risk of accident. Observe the load rating of the tires.
Page 558 Loading the vehicle Step 4: The resulting figure equals the Number of seats available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1,400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1,400 –...
Page 559: All About Wheels And Tires
All about wheels and tires Step 2 and the load must not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight. Example 1 Example 2 Gross axle weight rating: the maximum permissible weight that can be carried by one Number of axle (front or rear axle). people in the vehicle (driver To ensure that your vehicle does not exceed...
Page 560: Temperature
All passenger car tires must conform to the freezing point. statutory safety requirements in addition to Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum these grades. tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter The actual values for tires are vehicle- tires.
Page 561: Labeling (Overview)
All about wheels and tires Tire labeling Therefore, only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Overview tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard Rim diameter page 563)
Page 562 All about wheels and tires ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by Summe the tire height. r tires Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. Index Speed rating "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents diagonal tires; "B" represents diagonal radial up to 100 mph (160 km/h) tires.
Page 563: Load Index
All about wheels and tires 275/40 ZR 18 (99 Y). Speed rating "(Y)" The speed rating of tires mounted at the indicates that the maximum speed of the factory may be higher than the maximum tire is over 186 mph (300 km/h). Ask the speed that the electronic speed limiter tire manufacturer about the maximum permits.
Page 564: Characteristics
All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating possible for the purchaser to easily identify the affected tires. The TIN consists of the manufacturer identification code ;, tire size =, tire type code ? and manufacturing date A. DOT (Department of Transportation): tire symbol : indicates that the tire complies with the requirements of the U.S.
Page 565: Definition Of Terms
All about wheels and tires This information describes the type of tire various operating conditions, i.e. differing cord and the number of layers in load and speed conditions. sidewall : and under tire tread ;. Increased vehicle weight due to optional Tire data is vehicle-specific and may equipment deviate from the data in the example.
Page 566 All about wheels and tires Maximum loaded vehicle weight Aspect ratio The maximum weight is the sum of: Relationship between tire height and tire width in percent. the curb weight of the vehicle the weight of the accessories Tire pressure the load limit This is pressure inside the tire applying an outward force to each square inch of the tire's...
Page 567: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel the purchasers. The TIN is made up of the Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels manufacturer's identity code, tire size, tire and tires are of the same dimensions. type code and the manufacturing date. ! On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure Load bearing index monitor, electronic components are...
Page 568: Preparing The Vehicle
Changing a wheel Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the Direction of rotation driver's door. Tires with a specified direction of rotation The on-board electronics have status 0, have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk which is the same as the SmartKey having of hydroplaning.
Page 569: 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 570: Removing A Wheel
Changing a wheel AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG equipment: fold cover ; upwards. Using lug wrench :, loosen the bolts on the wheel you wish to change by about one full turn. Do not unscrew the bolts Position jack ? at jacking point =. completely.
Page 571: Lowering The Vehicle
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you screw them in. you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. ! AMG vehicles: during removal and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it.
Page 572: Tires/Wheels
Wheel and tire combinations Wheel and tire combinations General notes ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz specifically for your vehicle. These tires have been specially adapted for use with the control systems, such as ABS ®...
Page 573: Wheel And Tire Combinations
Wheel and tire combinations Overview of abbreviations used in the certain circumstances, require rims of the following tire tables: appropriate size. The sizes of the approved winter tires may deviate from that of the BA: both axles standard tires. This is dependent on the FA: front axle model and the equipment installed at the RA: rear axle...
Page 574 Wheel and tire combinations Tires SL 550 Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 255/40 R18 95 Y FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.87 in (47.5 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 95 Y MOExtended...
Page 575 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+Si BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+SiMOExtended Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) AMG vehicles Summer tires...
Page 577: Technical Data
Useful information ......576 Information regarding technical data ............ 576 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..576 Warranty ..........576 Identification plates ......577 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 578 Vehicle data ........585...
Page 578: Warranty
The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult Have aftermarket accessories installed at a Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all a qualified specialist workshop. vehicle variants and trim levels. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to strict quality control.
Page 579 State warranty enforcement laws (Lemon Paint code Laws) Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you lose the Service and Warranty Information booklet, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to arrange a replacement.
Page 580: Engine Number
Mercedes-Benz. Information about tested and approved products can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. You can recognize service products approved Emission control information plate, by Mercedes-Benz by the following...
Page 581: Grade (Gasoline)
Service products and filling capacities MB 229.5). They have not necessarily been Model Of which approved by Mercedes-Benz. reserve SL 550 Approx. Fuel 2.4 US gal (9.0 l) Important safety notes AMG vehicles Approx. WARNING 3.7 US gal Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel (14.0 l)
Page 582: Fuel Additives
(in certain regions). In this case, vapor pressure Mercedes-Benz recommends additives You will usually find information about the fuel approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles; grade on the pump. If you cannot find the see http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. label on the pump, ask the staff for For a list of approved products, consult an assistance.
Page 583: Additives
10.6 US qt page 578). (10.0 l) The engine oils are matched to the With external oil performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and cooler: 11.6 US qt service intervals. You should therefore only (11.0 l) use engine oils and oil filters that are...
Page 584: Notes
Further information on coolants can be hard. This would impair braking efficiency. found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications There is a risk of an accident. for Service Products, MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the...
Page 585: Washer Fluid
! Only use washer fluid that is suitable for Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or corrosion inhibitor concentrate in MB WinterFit. Unsuitable washer fluid...
Page 586: Refrigerant
550 ± 10 g ! Only use refrigerant R-134a and PAG oil (19.4 ± 0.4 oz) (part number A0019890803) which has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. The PAG oil 120 g approved R-134a PAG oil may not be mixed (4.2 oz) with other conventional PAG oils.
Page 587: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data Vehicle data SL 550 General notes Vehicle width 82.6 in (2099 mm) including exterior Please note that for the specified vehicle mirrors data: Vehicle height 51.8 in (1316 mm) The heights specified may vary as a result Vehicle height, 66.8 in (1697 mm) Tires when opening/...

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