Page 1 Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG Bild in der Größe 215x70 mm einfügen Operator’s Manual S-Class Order No. 6515 2244 13 Part No. 221 584 22 82 USA Edition A 2008...
Page 2 S 550 S 550 4MATIC S 600 S 63 AMG S 65 AMG...
Page 3 Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passen-...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Operator’s Manual ... 14 Service and warranty information .. 14 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles ... 15 Maintenance ... 15 Roadside Assistance ... 16 Change of address or ownership... 16 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada...
Page 5 Contents Control systems ... 83 COMAND operating safety... 84 COMAND introduction ... 85 Availability of functions while the vehicle is in motion ... 85 Switching COMAND on or off ... 85 COMAND components ... 85 Operating COMAND ... 90 Main menus of COMAND ... 96 COMAND FM/AM radio...
Page 6 COMAND telephone* ... 132 Safety precautions ... 132 General notes... 132 Switching telephone on or off ... 134 Activating telephone mode ... 134 Telephone keypad ... 134 “911” emergency call... 135 Entering the PIN... 136 Entering the PIN2... 137 Entering the PUK/PUK2... 137 Entering the unlock code ...
Page 7 Contents Partially digitized areas ... 210 Off-road and off-map ... 211 Navigation announcements... 213 COMAND navigation system (during route guidance)... 214 Cancel route guidance ... 214 Continuing cancelled route guidance ... 214 Route browser... 214 Displaying route information ... 215 Detour function ...
Page 8 COMAND automatic climate control.. 251 Setting temperature... 252 Adjusting air distribution... 253 Adjusting air volume ... 253 Central climate control menu via COMAND ... 254 Operating rear climate control* from the front... 257 COMAND seats... 259 Operating seats via COMAND ... 259 Lumbar support...
Page 9 Contents Controls in detail ... 331 Locking and unlocking ... 332 SmartKey ... 332 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*... 335 Checking batteries in the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*... 340 Loss of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*... 340 Opening doors from the inside ... 341 Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid ...
Page 10 Shifting procedure ... 402 Transmission positions... 403 Driving tips... 406 Gear ranges ... 408 Automatic shift program ... 409 Steering wheel gearshift control .. 411 Manual shift program (S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG only) ... 413 Emergency operation (Limp-Home Mode) ...
Page 11 Contents Infrared reflecting windshield... 524 Operation ... 525 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ... 526 Driving instructions... 527 Drive sensibly – save fuel ... 527 Drinking and driving ... 527 Pedals ... 527 Power assistance ... 527 Brakes ... 528 Driving off...
Page 12 Where will I find ...? ... 668 First aid kit ... 668 Vehicle jack, vehicle tool kit, luggage bowl, Minispare wheel ... 668 Unlocking/locking in an emergency.. 671 Unlocking the vehicle... 671 Locking the vehicle ... 672 Mechanically releasing the electronic parking brake ...
Page 14: Introduction
Product information Please observe the following in your own best interest: We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitabili- ty for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 15: Operator's Manual
If you have any questions about the operation of any equipment, any autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures. We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment.
Page 16: Important Notice For California Retail Buyers And Lessees Of Mercedes-Benz Automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its au- thorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or mal-...
Page 17: Roadside Assistance
Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada) will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For additional information refer to the...
Page 18: Where To Find It
Where to find it This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro- vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section has its own reference color. At a glance Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated in the vehi- cle’s interior.
Page 19: Symbols
Introduction Symbols Trademarks: ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of of Bluetooth SIG Inc. ® ® and PRE-SAFE are registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler. ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. ® LOGIC7 is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Incor- porated.
Page 20: Operating Safety
Electronic malfunctions could seri- ously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter for repairs or modifications to electronic components. Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.
Page 21: Problems With Your Vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is...
Page 22: Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Page 23: Vehicle Data Recording
Introduction Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.
Page 24: At A Glance
At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Control systems Center console Overhead control panel Driver’s door control panel Rear door control panel Storage compartments Rear passenger compartment...
Page 25: Exterior View
At a glance Exterior view...
Page 26 Item Page 1 Trunk Unlocking Opening and closing Minispare wheel Vehicle tool kit 2 Rear lamps 3 Rear window, defrosting 4 Fuel filler flap Gasoline 5 Doors Locking and unlocking Opening and closing Item Page 6 Exterior rear view mirror Parking position 7 Towing the vehicle 8 Rims and tires...
Page 27: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit...
Page 28 Item Page 1 Combination switch High beam Corner-illuminating lamps Windshield wipers Turn signals 2 Lever for Cruise control DISTRONIC Plus* 3 Horn 4 Multifunction steering wheel 5 Instrument cluster 6 Steering wheel gearshift con- trol 7 Gear selector lever for automatic transmission Item Page...
Page 29: Instrument Cluster
At a glance Instrument cluster...
Page 30 Item Page 1 Coolant temperature gauge 2 Fuel gauge with: Fuel tank reserve warning lamp A High beam headlamp indicator lamp - ABS indicator lamp = SRS indicator lamp 3 Parktronic*/Park Assist* 446, warning indicator for left front area 4 Multifunction display with: Speedometer Electronic USA only...
Page 31: Control Systems
At a glance Control systems...
Page 32 Item Page 1 L to cancel Voice Control* back 2 $ to scroll up % to scroll down & to scroll to the right ( to scroll to the left # to confirm selection 3 Multifunction display 4 s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call...
Page 33: Center Console
At a glance Center console Upper part Item Page 1 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 3 AUTO mode for air distribu- tion and volume, left 4 Temperature control, left 5 Manual fan speed adjust- ment, left...
Page 34: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Item Page 1 Eyeglasses compartment 2 Left reading lamp on/off 3 Rear interior lighting on/off 4 Front interior lighting on/off 5 Power tilt/sliding sunroof switch or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* switch 6 Tele Aid (emergency call sys- tem) button 7 Interior lighting control At a glance...
Page 35: Driver's Door Control Panel
At a glance Driver’s door control panel Item Page 1 Inside door handle 2 Central unlocking switch 3 Central locking switch 4 Memory function (for storing seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel settings) 5 Selector button for front passenger seat 6 Seat heating Seat ventilation* 7 Seat adjustment...
Page 36: Rear Door Control Panel
Rear door control panel Item Page 1 Selection switch for right front passenger seat adjust- ment* 2 Memory function* (for storing seat settings) (Canada only) 3 Inside door handle 4 Seat adjustment 5 Seat heating* Seat ventilation* 6 Button for extending/retract- ing panorama roof sunblind* 7 Switch for extending/retract- ing rear window sunshade*...
Page 37: Storage Compartments
At a glance Storage compartments...
Page 38 Item Page 1 Glove box 2 Document holder in sun visor 3 Door pocket 4 Ruffled storage pocket 5 Door pocket Ashtray 6 Side storage pocket in trunk Retainer for Operator’s Manu- al pouch 7 Storage spaces under trunk floor 8 Side storage pocket in trunk 9 Door pocket Ashtray...
Page 39: Rear Passenger Compartment
At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item Page 1 Cup holder under the rear center storage compartment* 2 Cup holder in the rear center armrest 3 Control panel for rear multic- ontour seats* 4 Rear center armrest with stor- age compartment 5 Rear storage box...
Page 40: Safety And Security
Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems...
Page 41: Occupant Safety
Safety and Security Occupant safety In this section you will learn the most im- portant facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle. The restraint systems are Seat belts ( page 52) Child restraints ( page 57) Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) ( page 62) Additional protection potential provide Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Page 42 Mercedes-Benz Center. Safety and Security Occupant safety If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.
Page 43: Air Bags
If you have any prob- lems, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not lean your head or chest close to the steering wheel or dashboard. Keep hands on the outside of steering wheel rim.
Page 44 Be sure to give the buyer this Operator’s Manual. Warning! Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. There is a possibility for a side impact air bag related injury if occupants, especially...
Page 45 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For your protection and the protection of others, when scrapping the air bag unit or emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be fol- lowed. These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 46 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 front side impact air bags or the rear side impact air bags.
Page 47 Safety and Security Occupant safety The passenger front air bag will only be deployed if: the system, based on OCS weight sen- sor readings, senses that the front passenger seat is occupied the 59 indicator lamp in the center console is not lit ( page 50) the impact exceeds a preset deploy- ment threshold...
Page 48: Occupant Classification System
If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion needs to be serviced in any way, take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only seat accessories approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used.
Page 49 Safety and Security Occupant safety When the OCS senses that the front passen- ger 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 59 indicator lamp will illuminate when the engine is start- ed and remain illuminated, indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deacti-...
Page 50 The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, the seat belt and top tether strap, or lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag.
Page 51 In order to ensure proper operation of the air bag system and OCS: Have the system checked as soon as possible by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not place more than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) into the ruffled storage bag on the back of the front passenger seat.
Page 52 OCS to be unable to correctly approximate the occupant weight category. Only have the seat repaired or replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Read and observe all warnings in this chapter.
Page 53: Seat Belts
Safety and Security Occupant safety Seat belts The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces. Even where this is not the case, all vehicle occupants should have their seat belts fas- tened whenever the vehicle is in motion.
Page 54 Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to unintended activation of the ETDs or to failure.
Page 55 Safety and Security Occupant safety Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips and not across the abdo- men. If the seat belt is positioned across your abdomen, it could cause serious in- juries in a crash. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at time.
Page 56: Active Head Restraints
(ETD) that was activated must be replaced. When disposing of the pyrotechnic emer- gency tensioning device, our safety instruc- tions must be followed. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ® PRE-SAFE has electrically operated reversible pre-tensioners that do not require replacement after activation.
Page 57 Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the active head restraints.
Page 58: Pre-Safe
® PRE-SAFE takes action in the following in- stances: Emergency braking situations, e.g. when BAS ( page 68) is activated or when BAS Plus* ( page 69) is strongly inter- vening. Critical dynamic driving situations, e.g. when the vehicle is understeering or oversteering because it has exceeded its physical limitations.
Page 59 Safety and Security Occupant safety Warning! Do not leave children unattended in the ve- hicle, even if they are secured in a child re- straint system. The children could injure themselves on parts of the vehicle be seriously or fatally injured through excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold Do not expose the child restraint system to...
Page 60 To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. To deacti- vate the special seat belt retractor for the front passenger seat, the front passenger seat must be in the most backward posi- tion. The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner.
Page 61 Safety and Security Occupant safety The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt, the seat belt and top tether strap, or lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 62 Warning! Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt. A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.
Page 63 Safety and Security Occupant safety Head restraints must be positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and top of seat back. Make sure the tether strap is not twisted. 2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring Securely fasten hook 2, which is part of the tether strap, to anchorage ring 3.
Page 64: Override Switch For Rear Passenger Compartment
Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be re- placed. Do not leave children unattended in the ve- hicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. If you have not installed a child seat, the LATCH anchors are hidden by an uphol- stery cover.
Page 65 Safety and Security Occupant safety sunblinds for panorama roof* ( page 489) rear window sunshade ( page 503) and rear side window sunshades ( page 385) The override switch is located on the driv- er’s door. 1 Override switch 2 Indicator lamp Activating: Press switch 1.
Page 66: Panic Alarm
Panic alarm 1 Â button USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference re- ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 67: Driving Safety Systems
Safety and Security Driving safety systems This section contains information about Adaptive Brake Lights as well as the follow- ing driving safety systems: ABS (Antilock Brake System) Adaptive Brake BAS (Brake Assist System) BAS Plus* (Brake Assist System Plus) EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) ®...
Page 68: Adaptive Brake
Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode. Keep firm and steady pressure on the brake pedal while experiencing the pul- sation.
Page 69: Adaptive Brake Lights (S 600/S 65 Amg And Usa Only)
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Lights (S 600/S 65 AMG and USA only) The brake lamps flash in quick intervals while you are braking in order to signal to cars behind you that you are braking strongly at a speed of more than 30 mph (50 km/h) you are braking with the aid of BAS or BAS Plus*...
Page 70: Bas Plus
BAS Plus* The Brake Assist System Plus (BAS Plus) operates in emergency braking situations and uses radar sensors* to assess the traf- fic situation. BAS Plus assists you in brak- ing at speeds above approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). When travelling in Canada in a vehicle not registered in Canada, you must switch off the radar sensor system* ( page 282).
Page 71 Mercedes-Benz Center. If BAS Plus is not available due to a radar sensor malfunction, the braking system will continue to function normally with full brake boost and full standard BAS function.
Page 72: Ebp
The Electronic Brake Proportioning (EBP) enhances braking effectiveness by allow- ing the rear brakes to supply a greater pro- portion of the braking effort in straight line braking without a loss of vehicle stability. Warning! When the EBP is malfunctioning, the ABS, ®...
Page 73 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Warning! ® The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can ® it increase the traction afforded. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, or hydroplaning.
Page 74 ® Switching off the ESP (except S 63 AMG) Warning! ® The ESP should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circum- stances described below. Disabling of the system will reduce vehicle stability in stan- dard driving maneuvers. To improve the vehicle’s traction, turn off ®...
Page 75 Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an ex- ® tended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim- ited Warranty. ® Switching off the ESP (S 63 AMG only) Warning! ®...
Page 76: Four Wheel Electronic Traction System (4Matic) With The Esp
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an ex- ® tended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ® Switching on the ESP ®...
Page 77: Pre-Safe ® Brake* (Vehicles With Distronic Plus* Only)
Do not tow with one axle raised. Otherwise the transfer case can be damaged, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim- ited Warranty. Performance testing must only be conduct- ed on a two-axle dynamometer.
Page 78 Always pay attention to traffic conditions ® even while PRE-SAFE Brake is switched on. Otherwise, you may not be able to recognize dangerous situations until it is too late and could cause an accident resulting in person- al or fatal injury to you or others. ®...
Page 79 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Warning! ® PRE-SAFE Brake will only respond with brake assistance if it has clearly detected an object. Detection can be impeded by dirty or covered sensors snowfall or heavy rain disturbance from other radar sources strong radar reflection such as in park- ing garages ®...
Page 80 To maintain the proper distance to the ve- hicle in front of you and thus prevent a rear-end collision, you must apply the brakes yourself. Immediately brake the vehicle to avoid a collision. Under no circumstances should the driver await the intermittent warning sound before braking.
Page 81 Brake will remain passive while DISTRONIC Plus* is switched on ( page 424). After a hard collision or damage to the front of the vehicle from an accident, have the settings and operation of the radar sensors checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 82: Anti-Theft Systems
Starting the engine will also deactivate the immobilizer. In case the engine cannot be started (yet the ve- hicle’s battery is charged), the system is not op- erational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). Anti-theft alarm system...
Page 83: Canceling The Alarm
Safety and Security Anti-theft systems If the turn signal lamps does not flash three times one of the following elements may not be properly closed: a door the trunk Close the respective element and lock the vehi- cle again. Disarming: Unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*.
Page 84: Control Systems
Control systems COMAND operating safety COMAND introduction COMAND FM/AM radio COMAND satellite radio* (USA only) COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 COMAND video DVD (USA only) COMAND telephone* COMAND navigation COMAND address book COMAND system settings COMAND vehicle menu COMAND automatic climate control COMAND seats Instrument cluster control system Voice Control*...
Page 85: Comand Operating Safety
Such conditions might seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle. We recommend to have any service work on electronic components carried out by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident, the driver should enter...
Page 86: Comand Introduction
COMAND introduction COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data System) is an information and operating center for vehicle sound and communica- tions systems, including the radio and nav- igation system, as well as other optional equipment (satellite radio*, telephone*, etc.). Availability of functions while the vehi- cle is in motion For safety reasons, certain COMAND func- tions are not available while the vehicle is...
Page 87 Control systems COMAND introduction COMAND shortcut buttons During Dynamic Rear View Monitor* opera- tion ( page 453) it is not possible to operate the COMAND shortcut buttons. Use the COMAND shortcut buttons to se- lect main functions directly. Function Page 1 P Favorite button 2 M Shortcut button for: CD/DVD...
Page 88 The layout of the menus may vary depending on your vehicle’s equipment. This manual shows the menus for a fully equipped vehicle. Instrument cluster multifunction display This section describes features and con- trols via the COMAND controller, display and shortcut buttons only. Please refer to the “Instrument cluster control system”...
Page 89 Control systems COMAND introduction Telephone keypad* With the help of the telephone keypad, you can use your mobile phone if it is inserted in the cradle. 1 Telephone keypad 2 Folding cover COMAND controller Use the COMAND controller to select menu functions shown on the COMAND display.
Page 90 Symbol How to use the COMAND controller Press briefly. Press and hold until the selected ac- tion has been carried out. Rotate. Slide. Slide and hold. Slide. Slide and hold. Slide and hold. Function Select menu item. Exit full-screen image with Navi. Save a station.
Page 91: Operating Comand
Control systems COMAND introduction Operating COMAND Menu overview The illustration below shows the structure of the main functions and their main menus. Navi Map Display Mode Each main function has a main menu. Each menu item in the main menu in turn has several submenu items.
Page 92 Video DVD (USA only) Video DVD Submenu overview Switching to video DVD mode Pause playback DVD menu Depending on your vehicle’s production date the video DVD function may be not available. Page Vehicle 124 Exterior Lighting Delayed Switch-off 126 Locator Lighting 126 Exterior Mirror Convenience Settings 128 Automatic Locking 129 Easy Entry/Exit Feature...
Page 93 Control systems COMAND introduction Calling up the main menu Illustration: audio main menu You can call up the main menu of a main function in the following manner: Moving to the main function line: Slide qm. Selecting a main function: Slide or rotate ymz.
Page 94 Entering characters Illustration: entering a navigation destina- tion Selecting characters or rotate ymz. Slide Confirming selection: Press n. COMAND completes your entry as soon as it can be clearly identified. In this case, you do not need to switch to the list.
Page 95 Control systems COMAND introduction Confirming selection: Press n. Additional selection options are avail- able for list entries featuring symbol 1. For example, cities marked with symbol 1 indicate that the select- ed country has more than one city fea- turing that name. Confirming such a list entry opens up another submenu.
Page 96 Selecting “Audio” in the main menu: Slide qm. Confirming selection: Press n. A selection list with the functions of the “Audio” main menu appears. Selecting “FM/AM Radio”: Slide qm or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. The FM/AM Radio menu appears. Selecting “Radio”: Slide rotate ymz.
Page 97: Main Menus Of Comand
Control systems COMAND introduction Main menus of COMAND The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). Sound Muting: Press the F shortcut but- ton in the center console ( page 86). The sound of the current audio source is switched on or is muted.
Page 98 Volume of navigation announcements You can adjust the volume of the naviga- tion announcements independently from the volume of the respective audio source. During a navigation announcement: turn thumbwheel , press æ or ç on the multifunc- tion steering wheel. Adjusting volume for telephone calls In hands-free mode, you can adjust the vol- ume of a telephone call while the call is...
Page 99 Control systems COMAND introduction Adjusting balance or fader Balance is used to determine whether the sound focus should be shifted toward the driver’s side or the passenger’s side. Fader is used to determine whether the sound focus should be shifted toward the front or rear of the vehicle Select “Sound”...
Page 100 ® By selecting “LOGIC7 OFF”, all compatible formats as they are present on the medium are played back. Due to the vehicle’s spatial charac- teristics, an optimal sound experience is not en- sured on all seats. Adjusting surround sound With surround sound, you can choose be- ®...
Page 101: Comand Fm/Am Radio
Control systems COMAND FM/AM radio Warning! Please devote your attention first and fore- most to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize your- self with the radio functions. Submenu overview The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85).
Page 102: Switching To Radio Mode
Switching to radio mode Select “Audio” “Audio” “FM/AM Radio”. Press the M shortcut button once or twice. The radio display appears once you have switched to radio mode. You will hear the station/channel last tuned in in the previously selected waveband, provided that the station/channel can be received.
Page 103 Control systems COMAND FM/AM radio Selecting stations using the station list The station list is only available for the FM waveband. It contains all the stations that can be currently received and is sorted by station fre- quencies. Select “Audio” “Audio”...
Page 104: Saving Stations
If you enter a frequency in the AM waveband which is outside the frequency range, COMAND tunes in to the next lowest frequency. Selecting channels using the channel list This function is only available for Weather Band. Select “Audio” “Audio” “FM/AM Radio”...
Page 105: Station Name Display
Control systems COMAND FM/AM radio Press and hold n until you hear a sig- nal. The station is saved. Saving using autostore This function is not available for Weather Band. The Autostore function saves receivable stations as presets in order of their reception quality.
Page 106: Comand Satellite Radio* (Usa Only)
COMAND satellite radio* (USA only) Warning! Please devote your attention first and fore- most to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize your- self with the radio functions. Submenu overview The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85).
Page 107: Introduction To Satellite Radio
A subscription to SIRIUS satellite radio ser- vice provider is required for the satellite radio op- eration described in this chapter. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. SIRIUS Satellite Radio provides 100 chan- nels, so called streams, of digital-quality radio, among others music, sports, news, and entertainment free of commercials.
Page 108: Main Satellite Radio Menu
Satellite radio service is not activated The telephone number of the SIRIUS Ser- vice Center and the twelve-digit electronic serial number (SIRIUS-ID) of the particular receiver are displayed. This information is required when calling the SIRIUS Service Center for an activation request.
Page 109: Selecting Program Category
Control systems COMAND satellite radio* (USA only) Main area 1 can show all channels includ- ed in your subscription. Which channels are shown depends on the selected program catego- ry 4. Note that categories and channels shown in illus- trations are dependent on programming content delivered by the service provider.
Page 110 Press n when the main area is select- The preset menu appears. The dot R in front of a preset position indicates that this is the channel currently select- ed and being listened to. Select station preset and briefly press n. COMAND tunes in the corresponding channel as long as it is included in your subscription and is still available.
Page 111: Saving Channels
Control systems COMAND satellite radio* (USA only) Tuning in channels using the channel list Select “Audio” “Audio” “Sat Ra- dio” “Sat Radio” “Channel List”. The channel list appears. The dot R in front of a list entry indicates the cur- rently selected channel.
Page 112: Show Program Info
Show program info Select “Audio” “Audio” “Sat Ra- dio” “Info”. If the program provider does not offer any in- formation, the “Info” menu item cannot be se- lected. You will see a screen that may contain the following information: Selected program category Selected channel Artist of the track currently being played...
Page 113: Comand Audio Cd/Audio Dvd/Mp3
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Safety precautions Warning! COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser product. You must not open the casing. There is a risk of exposure to invisible laser radiation if you open the casing, or if the casing is faulty or damaged.
Page 114 This means that it is only possible to ac- cess the MP3 tracks. Access to the audio CD tracks is not possible. File structure on a disc When you create an MP3 disc, the MP3 tracks can be organized in folders. A folder can also contain other folders.
Page 115: Notes About Audio Dvd Operation
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 In many countries, reproductions are not permitted without the prior consent of the copyright holder, not even for private use. Make sure that you know the applicable copyright regulations and that you comply with these. If you own these rights yourself, e.g.
Page 116: Notes About Handling Cds/Dvds
Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs. These could peel away and damage COMAND. COMAND is designed to hold discs which com- ply with the IEC 60908 standard. You can there- fore only use discs with a maximum thickness of 1.3 mm.
Page 117 Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Loading the CD/DVD changer The CD/DVD changer can hold up to a to- tal of 6 audio CDs or DVDs. 1 Disc slot 2 Load button (all magazine trays) 3 Magazine tray buttons 1 – 6 Each magazine tray button 3 indicates the status of the corresponding magazine tray by means of an LED.
Page 118: Inserting A Pcmcia Card
Inserting a PCMCIA card COMAND supports commercially available PCMCIA cards or PCMCIA card adapters with storage media that may not be designed for the temperatures which occur in the vehicle. You should therefore remove the PCMCIA card from the vehicle when not in use since extreme tem- peratures could damage these devices.
Page 119: Ejecting A Pcmcia Card
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Ejecting all discs: Press eject button 3. The DVD changer switches to the first loaded tray and ejects the disc. Take disc out of slot 1. The DVD changer switches to the next loaded magazine tray and ejects the disc.
Page 120: Submenu Overview
Submenu overview The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). CD or DVD-A or MP3 Pause/Stop/Play (audio DVD mode only) Normal Track Sequence Pause playback Random Tracks Stop playback Random folder Restart playback (MP3 mode only) Repeat folder (MP3 mode only) Group...
Page 121: Switching To Audio Cd, Audio Dvd Or Mp3 Mode
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Switching to audio CD, audio DVD or MP3 mode Load CD/DVD ( page 115) or PCMCIA card ( page 117). Select “Audio” “Audio”, then “CD”, “DVD-Audio” or “MP3”. Press the M shortcut button once or twice.
Page 122: Stop Function
Example display in MP3 mode 1 Current playback option 2 Medium type 3 Disc number (not on PCMCIA card) 4 Track name 5 Current folder path 6 Current folder 7 Track time 8 Graphic time and track display 9 Sound settings a Medium selection b Folder listing c Track listing...
Page 123: Selecting A Track
Control systems COMAND audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 Selecting a track Selecting by skipping to tracks Skipping forwards or backwards to a track (in CD or DVD mode only): Rotate ymz. Skipping forwards through the tracks skips to the next track. Skipping backwards through the tracks skips to the beginning of the current track if the track has been playing for more than 8 seconds.
Page 124: Setting The Audio Format
1 Back folder symbol 2 Current folder symbol 3 Folder symbol containing tracks Selecting a folder: Select desired fold- You will see the tracks in the folder. Select a track. The track is played and the correspond- ing folder is now the active folder. Setting the audio format This function lets you choose the audio for- mat that you would like COMAND to play...
Page 125: Comand Video Dvd (Usa Only)
DVD or the DVD box. The factory setting of COMAND is regional code 1. The setting can be changed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will allow you to playback video DVDs with other regional codes, as long as they com-...
Page 126: Notes About Handling Dvds
Notes about handling DVDs Do not affix stickers or labels to the discs. These could peel away and damage COMAND. COMAND is designed to hold discs which com- ply with the IEC 60908 standard. You can there- fore only use discs with a maximum thickness of 1.3 mm.
Page 127: Submenu Overview Of Video Dvd
Control systems COMAND video DVD (USA only) Submenu overview of video DVD DVD-V Pause/Play DVD Functions Pause playback Brightness Continue playback Contrast Restart playback Color 16:9 Optimized Widescreen Switching to video DVD mode Insert a DVD ( page 115). Select “Video” “Video”...
Page 128: Hiding/Showing The Dvd Control Menu
Hiding/showing the DVD control menu Hiding the menu: Slide qmr. Showing the menu: Slide qmr. Wait for approximately 8 seconds. Control menu 1 Disc type 2 Current track 3 Current scene 4 Elapsed track time 5 Show the menu system Hiding/showing the menu system Showing the menu: Press n.
Page 129: Stop Playback
Control systems COMAND video DVD (USA only) Stop playback Select “Video” “Video” “Video DVD”. Show the menu system, if necessary ( page 127). Stop play: Select “Stop”. In the display, “Pause” changes to “Play”. Continue playback: Select “Play”. Play is continued from the point at which it was stopped.
Page 130: Dvd Menu
Changing settings: Slide or turn until you reach the desired set- ting. Saving settings: Press n. Changing the picture format Select “Video” “Video” “Video DVD”. Show the menu system, if necessary ( page 127). Select “DVD-V”. The DVD-V menu appears. The dotRin front of a menu item - “16:9 Optimized”, “4:3”...
Page 131: Stopping The Film Or Skipping To The Beginning/End Of A Scene
Control systems COMAND video DVD (USA only) Stopping the film or skipping to the beginning/end of a scene Select a menu item of your choice from the DVD menu. The selection menu appears. 1 Stop film 2 Skip to the end of a scene 3 Skip to the beginning of a scene Stopping the film: Select “Stop”.
Page 132: Setting The Language And Audio Format
Setting the language and audio format This function is not available for all DVDs. If it is available, you can set the language for the DVD menu and the audio language and/or the audio format. The number of settings you can make is determined by the content of the DVD.
Page 133: Comand Telephone
These mobile phone cradles can be ob- tained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. For more information about telephone ( page 507). When the mobile phone is inserted in the...
Page 134 Please note that these functions are only available with Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phones. Please contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for informa- tion on features available for your mobile phone of choice. You can control other functions of the mo-...
Page 135: Switching Telephone On Or Off
Control systems COMAND telephone* Notes about COMAND telephone fea- ® tures using a Bluetooth connection Many of the Mercedes-Benz approved mo- bile phones, cradles and adaptors avail- able for use in your vehicle utilize ® Bluetooth technology to communicate with each other and the vehicle. Depend-...
Page 136: 911" Emergency Call
With the telephone keypad you can: Enter and clear numbers and special characters Reject, accept, connect and end calls Entering characters: Select “Tele- phone” “Telephone” “Telephone”. Fold up cover 2. Enter characters using A - #. You can enter the * character by pressing >...
Page 137: Entering The Pin
Control systems COMAND telephone* Placing a “911” emergency call after entering PIN/PIN2, PUK/PUK2 or un- lock code Entering the number using the COMAND controller Select “Telephone” “Telephone” “Telephone”. Select all the digits in sequence. Select “S”. Entering the number using the tele- phone keypad Enter digits 9-1-1 ( page 134).
Page 138: Entering The Pin2
Entering using the telephone keypad Entering: Enter digits ( page 134). Confirming an entry: Press n or press s. Entering the PIN2 The PIN2 entry applies only to GSM mobile phones. The phone may request the PIN2 in order to use certain functions. A corresponding message appears in the display.
Page 139: Telephone Submenu Overview
Control systems COMAND telephone* Telephone submenu overview The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). Name Call lists (only when the mobile (not during a call) phone is inserted in the cradle) Display COMAND phone Display call list selection: book Calls received...
Page 140: Main Telephone Menu
Main telephone menu Calling up main menu: Select “Tele- phone” “Telephone” “Telephone”. Press s on the telephone keypad ( page 134). If you press s when the main telephone menu has already been called up, the “Calls Di- aled” list will appear ( page 140). 1 Numbers/characters to enter tele- phone number 2 Symbol...
Page 141: Call Lists
Control systems COMAND telephone* Call lists COMAND can display the following calls in separate lists: Calls received Calls dialed The list of incoming calls contains received calls as well as missed calls. Calling up a list Select “Call List” from main telephone menu.
Page 142 Displaying details of a list entry COMAND can also show a shortened list entry in its entirety. Select list entry ( page 140). Slide and select “Options” “Details”. The detailed view appears. Closing detailed view: Slide or press n. Saving a list entry in the address book List entries that show a telephone number are neither saved in the COMAND address book, nor in the phone book on the mobile phone.
Page 143: Incoming Call
Control systems COMAND telephone* “Save” does not function if the selected list entry is already saved in the COMAND address book. Select a number category to add, e.g. “Home”. Select a telephone category to add, e.g. “Land Line”. Select “Save”. The search menu for COMAND address book entries appears.
Page 144: Making An Outgoing Call
If you have accepted the call using the ® Bluetooth headset, the call will be con- ducted via the headset. Further operating functions can be found in the “Functions during a single-call con- nection” section ( page 145). You can also accept a call if the COMAND display is showing a screen oth- er than the telephone mode screen.
Page 145 Control systems COMAND telephone* Placing a call to a call list entry or COMAND phone book entry Call up a call list and select an entry ( page 140). Call up COMAND phone book and se- lect an entry ( page 147). Connecting a call: Press n.
Page 146: Functions During A Single-Call Connection
Deleting message: Press n. Functions during a single-call connection Illustration: telephone mode during a call 1 Symbol for active telephone con- nection (also visible in other operating modes) 2 Signal strength display 3 To switch hands-free microphone on or 4 Length of call display 5 To send character strings 6 To end a call 7 Person you are calling...
Page 147: Transferring A Call
Control systems COMAND telephone* 1 Back to the call display 2 Character entry 3 To call up the phone book Sending individual characters: Rotate or slide and select desired character. Each character you select can be seen in the main area and is sent immediate- Sending a phone book entry as a character string: Select “Name”.
Page 148: Comand Phone Book
® From the Bluetooth headset to the hands-free system ® On most Bluetooth headsets, you press the PTT button on the headset twice quick- ly to transfer the call (see headset operat- ing instructions). From the hands-free system to the mo- bile phone If the mobile phone has a folding up- per section: Flip upper section open.
Page 149 Control systems COMAND telephone* Illustration: a phone book with name dis- play and smart speller activated 1 Category symbol 2 Upper entry from address book (with- out category symbol) 3 Symbol + for several telephone num- bers (subentries) under the main entry 4 Symbol for summarized entries from the mobile phone with the same...
Page 150 Illustration: list of phone book entries with name display and hidden smart speller 1 Back to smart speller 2 To switch phone book display (“123” or “ABC”) 3 Symbol + for several telephone num- bers (subentries) under the main entry, subentry list is closed 4 To call up options 5 Symbol / for open subentry list...
Page 151 Control systems COMAND telephone* Changing smart speller character set: Select #. Depending on the previous setting, you will change to letters with special char- acters or to numbers with special char- acters. Entering characters: Select the char- acters of the entry you are searching for one by one.
Page 152 Assigning a New Entry in the Address Book This function is used to create a new entry in the address book and to enter the data (first name, last name and telephone number) manu- ally. Select “Options” “New Entry” in the COMAND phone book list.
Page 153 Control systems COMAND telephone* Deleting individual characters: Select ) and briefly press n. The character to the left of the cursor is deleted. Deleting an entire entry: Select ) and press and hold n until the entry is deleted. Saving an entry: Select ?. Canceling an entry: Select “Back”.
Page 154 Selecting a number category: Select a category, e.g. “Home”. Selecting a telephone category: Select a category, e.g. “Land Line”. Confirming selection: Select “Save”. The input menu appears with the data fields. The data field for the telephone number is filled in automatically. The data field for the last name is also filled when the entry to be saved contains a name.
Page 155 Control systems COMAND telephone* Select number to be overwritten. COMAND overwrites the selected num- ber with the new data. Adding a telephone number to an ad- dress book entry This function is used to add a telephone number to an existing address book entry. The telephone number can be entered manually.
Page 156: Sms Messages (Short Message Service)
SMS messages (Short Message Service) SMS functions The following functions are available: Receive Read The following conditions must be fulfilled in order to use the functions: The mobile phone is inserted in the cra- dle and switched on. The PIN has been entered (only GSM mobile phones).
Page 157 Control systems COMAND telephone* The SMS messages are sorted by the date and time they were received. The most recent message is at the top of the list. If the name and telephone number of the sender is saved in the address book or phone book of the mobile phone, you will see the name of the sender in the SMS inbox.
Page 158 Proceed as described in the “Selecting a number category” paragraph in the “Adding a telephone number to an ex- isting address book entry” section ( page 153). Exiting the SMS inbox Select “Back”. The main telephone menu appears. Reading an SMS message In the SMS inbox, select an SMS mes- sage and press n.
Page 159: Comand Navigation
Control systems COMAND navigation Safety precautions Warning! For safety reasons, only enter a destination when the vehicle is stationary. When the ve- hicle is in motion, a passenger should enter the destination. Study manual and select route before driving. Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approximate- ly 14 m) every second.
Page 160: Comand Navigation (Introduction)
Information about new map software ver- sions can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Updating the map software You can update the map software yourself using a DVD. Notes about handling DVDs Only hold discs by the edge.
Page 161: Loading A Dvd Into The Dvd Changer
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Loading a DVD into the DVD changer 1 Disc slot 2 Magazine tray buttons 1 – 6 Each magazine tray button 2 indicates the status of the corresponding magazine tray by means of an LED. LED off = magazine tray is empty LED constantly lit = magazine tray is loaded LED flashes = CD/DVD changer requesting...
Page 162 Map data is already installed You will see a message that the map data is already installed and a prompt will ap- pear asking you whether you want to con- tinue with the update. Select “Yes” or “No”. If you select “No”, COMAND automati- cally ejects the DVD and the map data is not updated.
Page 163 Confirming message: Press n. COMAND ejects the DVD. Take DVD out of slot. Have the system software updated at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The map software cannot be updated until the system software has been updated.
Page 164: General Notes
Mercedes-Benz Center After a system software update by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the in- stalled map software may no longer be compatible. If this is the case, the naviga- tion system will not be operational.
Page 165: Input Restrictions
The mes- sage will then appear again. Consult an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Units of measurement The units of measurement in navigation mode are identical to those set in the in- strument cluster.
Page 166: Menu Overview
Navigation system menu overview The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). Guide Route (only with route guidance active) Select a special des- Call up route info tination from the cur- Call up route rent map view browser Call up the de-...
Page 167: Calling Up The Map Display And Switching To Navigation Mode
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Calling up the map display and switch- ing to navigation mode Press the N shortcut button once or twice. The number of times you have to press the N shortcut button depends on the operating mode currently selected.
Page 168 Showing: Press n in the full-screen map display. Adjusting the map scale It is only possible to adjust the map scale with the menu system hidden (full-screen map display). Rotate until the desired map scale is set. 1 Currently set map scale as number 2 Scale 3 Currently set map scale as a needle on the scale...
Page 169: Basic Settings
Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) Adjusting the map scale Rotate ymz. Rotating clockwise zooms in, rotating counterclockwise zooms out. Saving crosshair position as destination in last destinations list Showing menu system, if neces- sary: Press n. Saving: Select “Position” “Save Po- sition”.
Page 170 Map orientation 1 Current map orientation The following may be displayed: 8 = “Heading Up” (the map is dis- played so that the direction of travel is always up; the orange point of the icon points north) 9 = “North Up” (the map view is dis- played so that north is always up) Setting map orientation: Select “Navi”...
Page 171 Control systems COMAND navigation (introduction) The list shows all symbols that are contained in the digital map across all states (USA) and/or provinces (CDN). Not all POIs in all states (USA) or in all provinces (CDN) are available, however. Certain POI symbols may not be displayed on the map, even if the symbol display is switched on.
Page 172 “Short Route”: COMAND calculates a route with the shortest possible (mini- mized) distance taking distance and driving time into account. Select “Navi” “Navi” “Mode”. The mode list appears. A square ½ indi- cates the current setting. Select route type: “Fast Route” or “Short Route”.
Page 173: Comand Navigation System
Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Warning! For safety reasons, only enter a new desti- nation when the vehicle is stationary. It is possible to enter a destination regard- less of whether route guidance is active or inac- tive.
Page 174 Menu items in the address input menu Some menu items will not or not yet be available, depending on the sequence in which you enter the address and the data version. Example: If you have not made any entries, menu items “House No.”, “Center”, “Inter- section”, “POI”, “Start”...
Page 175 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Canceling an entry: Select “Back” in the bottom line and press n. Press back button L in the center console ( page 86). As soon as COMAND can clearly attribute the characters entered to a state, the input characters 7 disappear automatically.
Page 176 Entering a province (Canada) In the address input menu, select “State/Prov” “Provinces (Canada)”. A list of provinces appears. Select desired province. The address input menu appears again. It shows the abbreviation for the se- lected province. The following menu items are now avail- able: “Map”: Entering a destination from the map ( page 193)
Page 177 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Entering the zip code It is not possible to enter a zip code if you have already entered other address data aside from the state (USA) or province (CDN). You can only enter those zip codes which are saved on the digital map.
Page 178 Canceling an entry: Select “Back” in the bottom line and press n. Press back button L in the center console ( page 86). As soon as COMAND can clearly attribute the numbers entered to a zip code, input characters 4 disappear. You see the list of zip codes without the input characters.
Page 179 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) “Street”: entering a street ( page 180) “Center”: entering a center ( page 183) “POI”: entering a point of interest ( page 196) In this case, entering a POI is based on the town or city seen in the address input menu.
Page 180 In the list of input characters 4, you can only select currently selectable characters. Which characters are included depends on the sequence in which you have entered your desti- nation and the data version of the digital map. The top list entry 1 at first shows either the town or city in which the vehicle is cur- rently located or the town or city which best corresponds to the input data as it...
Page 181 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Selecting a town or city: Slide or rotate ymz. Canceling selection: Select “Back” and press n. Press back button L in the center console ( page 86). Confirming selection: Press n. Towns/cities with symbol 1 mean that there is more than one in the se- lected state (USA) or province (CDN).
Page 182 You can only enter those streets which are saved on the digital map. If you have not entered a town or city before en- tering the street, only those streets within the state (USA) or province (CDN) previously en- tered are available. If you have already entered a town or city, streets within that town or city are available.
Page 183 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Deleting an entire entry: Select ) in the bottom line and press n until the entire entry is deleted. Canceling an entry: Select “Back” in the bottom line and press n. Press back button L in the center console ( page 86).
Page 184 “House No.”: entering the house num- ber ( page 185) “Intersection”: entering the intersec- tion ( page 188) Entering an intersection is restricted to streets within the vicinity of the street entered. “POI”: entering a point of interest ( page 196) In this case, entering a POI is based on the town or city seen in the address input menu.
Page 185 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) In the list of input characters 7, you can only select currently selectable characters. Which characters are included depends on the sequence in which you have entered your desti- nation and the data version of the digital map. While the characters are being selected as described below, the top list entry 1 al- ways shows the center which best corre-...
Page 186 Which of the following menu items are now available may depend on the data version of the digital map. The menu items which are not available cannot be selected. “Map”: using the map to enter a desti- nation ( page 193) In this case, using the map for destination entry is based on the center seen in the address input menu.
Page 187 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) Canceling an entry: Select “Back” in the bottom line and press n. Press back button L in the center console ( page 86). Confirming entry: Select ? in the second line from the bottom and press n.
Page 188 List of house numbers with input characters When this list appears, the input charac- ters 4 are automatically activated. 1 Numbers entered by the user 2 Numbers automatically added by the system 3 Top list entry based on the input data up to that point 4 Input characters 5 Currently non-selectable numbers...
Page 189 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) List of house numbers without input characters Selecting house numbers: or rotate ymz. Slide Canceling selection: Select “Back” and press n. Press back button L in the center console ( page 86). Confirming selection: Press n.
Page 190 List of intersections with input characters When this list appears, the input charac- ters 4 are automatically activated. 1 Top list entry based on the input data up to that point 2 Characters entered by the user 3 Characters automatically added by the system 4 Input characters 5 Currently non-selectable characters...
Page 191 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) List of intersections without input characters Selecting an intersection: Slide or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. Either the address input menu appears again, or the town/city input menu. The town/city input menu appears if the in- tersection entered cannot be clearly attributed to a town or city.
Page 192: Destination Memory
Select “Yes” or “No”. If you select “Yes”, COMAND will stop the route guidance and start the route calculation for the new destination. If you select “No”, COMAND will con- tinue with the active route guidance. The new destination is discarded. During the route calculation, an arrow will indicate the linear direction to the destination.
Page 193 Control systems COMAND navigation system (entering a destination) While the characters are being selected as described below, the top list entry 1 al- ways shows the destination which best corresponds to the input data as it has been entered up to that point. At the same time, COMAND automatically supplements characters 2 entered by the user with appropriate characters 3.
Page 194: Entering A Destination From The List Of Last Destinations
Select “Back” and press n. The “Back” menu item is only present if this list was called up from the list with input charac- ters. Confirming selection: Press n. Starting route calculation: Select “Start”, see also ( page 190). Entering a destination from the list of last destinations Select “Navi”...
Page 195: Entering A Stopover
Entering a stopover When route guidance is active, you can en- ter a stopover. Stopovers can be predefined des- tinations from the following predefined categories: “Mercedes-Benz Center” “Hospital” “Gas station” “Parking lot” “Restaurant” However, you can also enter destinations other than the predefined ones.
Page 196 If COMAND finds destinations, you will see a list of the destinations and details of how far away they are in the right-hand side of the display. The in- formation about how far away the des- tinations are can take a few seconds to be displayed.
Page 197: Comand Navigation System (Point Of Interest Entry)
Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Entering a POI in the surrounding area In the map view while the menu system is displayed, select “Destination” “From POIs” “Current Position” ( page 166). Continue with designating the POI cat- egory ( page 197).
Page 198: Designating A Poi Category
Selecting another state (USA) or province (CDN): Select the first list entry. A list of states/provinces appears. Select desired state (USA) or province (CDN). If there are no POIs for the selected state (USA) or province (CDN), you will see a corresponding message. Closing message: Select “OK”.
Page 199 Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Main category list with input characters When this list appears, the input charac- ters 5 are automatically activated. 1 Top list entry based on the input data up to that point 2 Characters entered by the user 3 Characters automatically added by the system...
Page 200 Main category list without input characters Example illustration: main category list for POIs in the surrounding area 1 Category 2 Symbol for available POIs or other available subcategories Selecting a main category: Slide or rotate ymz. Canceling selection: Select “Back” and press n.
Page 201 Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) Confirming selection: Press n. After selecting a subcategory, a list of POIs appears. It contains the POIs available within the search radius of the subcategory. If you have selected list item 2, the POI list contains all POIs for all subcategories within the search radius of main category 1.
Page 202 Entering name of POI Select “Options” “Spell”. The POI list appears with input charac- ters; the input characters are automat- ically activated. POI list with input characters For POIs in other regions, this list also shows the compass heading to the destination as well as the linear distance to the destination, as in the previous illustration.
Page 203 Control systems COMAND navigation system (Point of interest entry) As soon as COMAND can clearly attribute the characters entered to a POI, the input characters 4 disappear. You see the POI list without input charac- ters. Here you can confirm the current en- try or make another selection.
Page 204: Entering A Poi From The Map
Options only in POI lists Displaying details of the selected entry: Select “Options” “Details”. The detailed view appears. Closing detailed view: Select “OK”. Entering a POI from the map If the crosshair is shown on the map, you can enter POIs in the vicinity of the crosshair. If the crosshair is not shown on the map, you can enter POIs in the vicinity of the vehicle’s current position.
Page 205: Comand Navigation System (Real-Time Traffic) (Usa Only)
Control systems COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) (USA only) Depending on your vehicle’s production date the real-time traffic function may not be available. A RDS-TMC (Radio Data System-Traffic Message Channel) radio transmitter broadcasts traffic reports COMAND can receive and incorporate into the navigation system.
Page 206: Displaying Real-Time Traffic Reports
The following shows the possible symbol displays. 1 Traffic jam on the route (symbol with red border) 2 Traffic jam away from the route (sym- bol with gray border) 3 Stop and go traffic on the route (sym- bol with red border) 4 Stop and go traffic away from the route (symbol with gray border) 5 Blocked section on the route...
Page 207: Example Message
Control systems COMAND navigation system (real-time traffic) (USA only) List for active route guidance When route guidance is active, the list dis- plays only the streets which are part of the route and for which messages are present. 1 Show all messages (including those which do not affect the route) 2 Affected streets (only shown when messages which affect the route are...
Page 208: Comand Navigation System (Route Guidance)
COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Route guidance Warning! COMAND calculates the route to the desti- nation without taking account of the follow- ing, for example: Traffic lights Stop and right-of-way signs Parking or stopping prohibited areas Lane merges Other road and traffic rules and regula- tions Narrow bridges COMAND may give incorrect navigation...
Page 209 Control systems COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Preparation phase COMAND prepares you for the upcoming driving maneuver. Based on the example display below, the driving maneuver is an- nounced with the “Prepare to turn left” message. The display is not split and shows the map over the full screen.
Page 210: Example Of A Display Without Driving Maneuvers
Maneuver phase COMAND announces the next driving ma- neuver. Based on the example display be- low, the driving maneuver is announced 150 feet in advance with the “Now turn left” message. The display is also split into two halves, as for the announcement phase.
Page 211: Partially Digitized Areas
Control systems COMAND navigation system (route guidance) Partially digitized areas The digital map may contain areas that are only partially digitized although they are within a digitized region. Warning! Due to incomplete digitization, the route shown on the map may differ from the actual road/traffic situation.
Page 212: Off-Road And Off-Map
During route guidance, the display is divid- ed. On the right-hand side you will see the direction arrow showing the compass heading to the destination. On the left-hand side of the display you will see the map with the suggested route. The suggested route is highlighted blue.
Page 213 Control systems COMAND navigation system (route guidance) 1 Current vehicle position; the triangle in- dicates the vehicle’s direction of travel 2 Off-road section of the route 3 Off-road destination 4 Direction arrow, shows compass head- ing to destination On the off-road section of the route, direc- tion arrows showing the compass heading to the destination guide you.
Page 214: Navigation Announcements
Navigation announcements Warning! Navigation announcements are intended to direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving. Please always use this feature instead of consulting the map display for directions. Consulting the symbols or map display for directions may cause you to divert your at- tention from driving and increase your risk of an accident.
Page 215: Comand Navigation System (During Route Guidance)
Control systems COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Cancel route guidance Select “Destination” “Cancel Route Guidance” in map view with the menu system displayed ( page 166). Continuing cancelled route guidance Select “Destination” “Continue Route Guidance” in map view with the menu system displayed ( page 166).
Page 216: Displaying Route Information
Displaying route information Select “Route” “Route Info” in map view with the menu system displayed ( page 166). The route information appears. COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Example display with main destination and stopover 1 Distance to the destination 2 Symbol = for stopover 3 Abbreviation for province (CDN) or state (USA)
Page 217: Detour Function
Control systems COMAND navigation system (during route guidance) Detour function The detour function blocks a section of the route ahead of you. You can set the length of the blockage. If possible, COMAND calculates a de- tour route. The detour function may direct you to off-road routes.
Page 218: Comand Navigation System (Destination Memory)
COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Saving a destination in the destination memory This function also saves the destination in the address book. There COMAND creates an address book entry containing complete, naviga- ble address data. You can then select this entry in the address book and start navigation to the address.
Page 219: Deleting A Destination From The Destination Memory
Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Entering data: Proceed as described in the “Changing the data field” operat- ing step in the “Creating a new address book entry” section ( page 225). Assigning a destination to an address book entry This function assigns the complete, naviga- ble address data to an already existing address book entry.
Page 220: Own Address
Example illustration: destination memory list with input characters 1 Input characters Select desired destination. Proceed as described for destination entry in the “Entering a destination from the desti- nation memory” section ( page 191). Select “Delete” after selecting the des- tination to be deleted.
Page 221 Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Example illustration: destination memory list with input characters 1 Input characters In the destination memory list with input characters 1, the input characters are au- tomatically activated. Destination memory list without in- put characters: Press n immediately. Destination memory list with input characters: Slide qm repeatedly until the input characters disappear.
Page 222 Using the address book entry as your own address If you want to assign your own ad- dress for the first time: Select “Assign Address Book Entry”. If you want to change your own ad- dress: Select “Change” “Assign Ad- dress Book Entry”.
Page 223 Control systems COMAND navigation system (destination memory) Displaying your own address Select “Navi” “Destination” “From Memory”. The destination memory list appears ei- ther with or without the input charac- ters. Whether the input characters appear depends on the number of en- tries in the destination memory.
Page 224: Comand Navigation System (Last Destinations)
COMAND navigation system (last destinations) COMAND automatically saves the last desti- nations for which the route calculation was launched. It is stored in the “last destinations” memory. If this memory is full, COMAND deletes the oldest destination. You can also save one destination from the list of last destinations in the destination memory.
Page 225: Comand Address Book
Control systems COMAND address book Warning! Please devote your attention first and fore- most to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize your- self with the address book functions. Only use the COMAND when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so.
Page 226: Selecting An Entry In The Main Address Book Display
Selecting an entry in the main address book display Slide or rotate until the main area is selected. Creating a new address book entry Please observe the following when creating a new address book entry: You can define your own address in the destina- tion memory in navigation mode.
Page 227: Deleting An Entry
Control systems COMAND address book Changing character set for the input characters: Select #. Depending on the previous setting, you will change to letters with special char- acters or to numbers with special char- acters. Moving cursor in the data field: Select Y or Z.
Page 228 Entries with category symbol 3 come from the mobile phone. The following cate- gory symbols are possible: = symbol for “Mobile” category = symbol for “Home” category = symbol for “Work” category = symbol for “Fax” category = symbol for “Pager” category = symbol for “Main”...
Page 229: Displaying A Complete Address Book Entry
Control systems COMAND address book Canceling search: Switch from the smart speller to the list ( page 227). The entry at the top of the list is auto- matically highlighted. Going back to main address book display: If necessary, switch from the list to the smart speller ( page 227) and select “Back”...
Page 230: Displaying Of A Complete Phone Book Entry In The Mobile Phone
Selecting a different data field or slide qmr. Rotate Displaying abbreviated content in full Select “Options” “Details”. The display is shown in full. Closing entire display: Slide or press n. Closing the detailed view Select “Back”. Displaying of a complete phone book entry in the mobile phone The mobile phone must be inserted in the cradle*.
Page 231 Control systems COMAND address book Display the details of an address book entry ( page 228) then, select “Op- tions” “Change Content”. The input menu appears with the data fields. Proceed as described in the “Switching between private and business data” paragraph in the “Creating a new ad- dress book entry”...
Page 232: Calling A Number Saved In An Entry
Select “Yes” or “No”. If you select “Yes”, a selection list will appear containing the four data fields. Select field to be overwritten. COMAND deletes the number of the se- lected field. You can now enter a new number into the data field. Proceed as described from the “Enter- ing data into a field”...
Page 233: Voice Entries
Control systems COMAND address book Closing message: Select “OK”. Depending on which data is missing or cannot be found on the digital map, you must now either: select a state (province) select a county or enter a town/city or enter a street or enter a house number Selecting a state (province): Select desired state (province) from...
Page 234: Saving A Phone Book Entry From Mobile Phone In The Comand Address Book
Deleting a voice entry Search for the address book entry with a voice entry ( page 226). Select “Options” “Voice Name” “Delete”. A deletion prompt appears. Select “Yes” or “No”. COMAND deletes the voice entry de- pending on your selection. Listening to a voice entry Search for the address book entry with a voice entry ( page 226).
Page 235: Importing Data From External Bluetooth Devices
Control systems COMAND address book Saving a phone book entry from the mobile phone in an existing address book entry The mobile phone must be inserted in the cradle*. Search for a phone book entry in the mobile phone ( page 226). Display details of a phone book entry in the mobile phone ( page 228).
Page 236: Comand System Settings
COMAND system settings System settings menu overview The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). Display Time Voice Control* ( page 235) ( page 235) ( page 237) Display settings Time settings Voice Control* settings Display settings Switching the display on or off...
Page 237 Control systems COMAND system settings Setting the time zone and switching be- tween Daylight Saving Time and stan- dard time The correct time zone and Daylight Saving Time/standard time must be set for the follow- ing navigation system functions to operate cor- rectly: Route guidance on routes with time-depen- dent traffic guidance...
Page 238: Voice Control* Settings
Setting the time/date format Select “Vehicle” “System Settings” “Time” “Format”. The format list appears. The dots R in front of the list entries indicate the cur- rent setting. Changing format setting: Select desired format. Saving setting and exit the menu: Slide omp.
Page 239: Setting The System Language
Control systems COMAND system settings Canceling during the first or second part of individualization Select “Cancel”. A prompt appears asking whether you really do want to cancel. Select “Yes” or “No”. If you select “Yes”, individualization will be canceled. The data from the part at which you exited is not saved.
Page 240: Bluetooth Settings
® Bluetooth settings General information about Bluetooth ® Bluetooth technology is the standard for short-range wireless technologies, suitable for transmitting voice and data. It is possi- ® ble to connect Bluetooth devices wire- ® lessly. Bluetooth can be used to exchange vCards or make calls using a headset.
Page 241 Control systems COMAND system settings The second time you call up the list, and each time thereafter, the device list ap- pears immediately if COMAND has not been switched off and on again in the meantime. Starting search manually: Select “Update”. The device list can contain the following devices: All detected devices, whether autho-...
Page 242: Reset
On devices which do not have an input key- pad (e.g. headsets), the passkey is predeter- mined. In this case, it is not necessary to enter the number on the device itself. You will usually find the passkey in the operating instructions for the device.
Page 243: Comand Vehicle Menu
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu In this menu, you can program the follow- ing vehicle functions: Function Page Exterior Lighting Delayed Switch-off Locator Lighting Exterior Mirror Convenience Set- tings Automatic Locking Easy Entry/Exit Feature Interior Ambient Light Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-off Rear-window Sunshade Trunk Opening-height Restriction*...
Page 244: Locator Lighting On/Off
Selecting length of time: Slide or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. To activate night security illumination: Select delayed switch-off period (see above). Turn the exterior lamp switch to position * before turning off the en- gine. Locator lighting on/off The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85).
Page 245: Exterior Mirror Convenience Settings
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Select “Vehicle” “Vehicle” “Loca- tor Lighting”. A checkmark appears when the locator lighting is switched on. Confirming selection: Press n. To activate locator lighting: Make sure the function “Locator Light- ing” is set. Turn the exterior lamp switch to position * when exiting the vehicle.
Page 246: Automatic Locking On/Off
Select “Vehicle” “Vehicle” “Exte- rior mirror Convenience Settings”. A selection list appears. Selecting a function: Slide rotate ymz. A checkmark appears in the corre- sponding box when the option has been selected. Confirming selection: Press n. Slide to exit. Automatic locking on/off The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85).
Page 247: Activating Easy-Entry/Exit Feature
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Activating easy-entry/exit feature The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). Use this function to activate and deacti- vate the easy-entry/exit feature ( page 357). The following settings are available for the easy-entry/exit feature: The easy-entry/exit feature is deactivated.
Page 248: Setting Interior Ambient Lighting
Selecting a setting: Slide rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. Setting interior ambient lighting The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). You can adjust the brightness of the interi- or lighting on a scale of “0” (off) to “5” (bright).
Page 249: Setting Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-Off
Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Setting interior lighting delayed switch-off The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). Use this function to set whether and how long you would like the interior lighting to remain lit during darkness after you have removed the SmartKey from the starter switch.
Page 250: Extending Or Retracting Rear Window Sunshade
Extending or retracting rear window sunshade The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). This function is used to extend or retract the rear sunshade. If you operate the rear-window sunshade via COMAND or by using the favorite button ( page 238), this takes precedence over the buttons for the rear window sunshade in the rear doors ( page 503).
Page 251 Control systems COMAND vehicle menu Select “Vehicle” “Vehicle” “Trunk Opening-height Restriction”. A checkmark appears when the trunk opening-height restriction is switched Confirming selection: Press n.
Page 252: Comand Automatic Climate Control
COMAND automatic climate control The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). Warning! When operating the automatic climate con- trol, the air that enters the passenger com- partment through the air vents can be very hot or very cold (depending on the set tem- perature).
Page 253: Setting Temperature
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control The automatic climate control menu is called up via the climate control settings. Climate control settings with functions (submenus) 1 Temperature, left 2 Air distribution, left 3 Air volume, left 4 Central menu, climate control 5 Air volume, right 6 Air distribution, right 7 Temperature, right...
Page 254: Adjusting Air Distribution
Adjusting air distribution You can adjust the air distribution sepa- rately for the driver’s and front passenger’s side. When you change the air distribution, the au- tomatic function of the climate control system is switched off. Select climate control settings distribution, left or right.
Page 255: Central Climate Control Menu Via Comand
Control systems COMAND automatic climate control Central climate control menu via COMAND The central climate control menu is in the center of the climate control settings. When the automatic climate control is switched on, you will see “on” in the cen- tral menu.
Page 256 The compressor has turned it- self off. Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Selecting “Mono” mode “Mono” is used to adjust the climate zones for the entire vehicle at the same time.
Page 257 Control systems COMAND automatic climate control Selecting “Footwell Temperature”: Slide or rotate and then press n. Changing temperature difference: or rotate ymz. Slide Exiting menu: Press n, back button L in the center console ( page 86) or slide omp. The setting is saved.
Page 258: Operating Rear Climate Control* From The Front
Operating rear climate control* from the front The “Rear)” function is used to oper- ate the rear climate control via COMAND and the buttons on the center console con- trol unit ( page 477). Switching on rear climate control oper- ation from the front Select climate control settings Cen-...
Page 259 Control systems COMAND automatic climate control Switching off rear climate control oper- ation from the front Select climate control settings Cen- tral climate control menu. The current setting is indicated by a dot R. Selecting “Front Climate Control”: or rotate ymz. Slide Confirming selection: Press n.
Page 260: Comand Seats
COMAND seats When adjusting the seats, observe the safety notes in the section “Seats” ( page 347). Operating seats via COMAND The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on ( page 85). The following seat adjustments can be made via COMAND: Settings Page...
Page 261: Lumbar Support
Control systems COMAND seats Select another main function from the main menu line. Lumbar support To support the spine, you can adjust the curvature of the front seat backrests. Press O. The main area of the COMAND display is active. A scale appears. 1 Scale 2 Cursor 3 Current seat...
Page 262 Adjusting sides of seat cushion This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the sides of the seat cushion. Select seat ( page 259). Selecting “Seat sides”: Slide rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n. A scale appears. 1 Scale 2 Cursor 3 Current setting Slide...
Page 263: Drive-Dynamic Multicontour Seats*, Front
Control systems COMAND seats Slide until desired setting is reached. Saving setting: Press n. Adjusting backrest curvature in shoulder area This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the shoulder area of the back- rest. Select seat ( page 259). Selecting “Shoulders”: Slide rotate ymz.
Page 264 A scale appears. You can choose be- tween: “0”: off “1”: level 1 “2”: level 2 Slide or rotate until desired setting is reached. Saving setting: Press n. Pulse mode Select seat ( page 259). Selecting “Pulse Mode”: Slide or rotate ymz. Confirming selection: Press n.
Page 265: Instrument Cluster Control System
Control systems Instrument cluster control system The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position 2 or as soon as the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( page 346) is in position 2. The control system enables you to: call up information about your vehicle change vehicle settings...
Page 266: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled using the buttons on the multi- function steering wheel. 1 Multifunction display 2 s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming call æ...
Page 267: Menus
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Menus Trip ( page 268) Standard display Fuel consumption statistics since start Fuel consumption statistics since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics Distance to empty Digital speedometer S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG only. Navi ( page 269) Audio ( page 271) Showing route guidance in-...
Page 268 Telephone* ( page 276) Assistance* ( page 279) Dialing a number from the Displaying the distance graph- phone book ic*, DISTRONIC Plus* (USA only) Redialing Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE Answering a call Switching on the Dynamic Rear View Monitor* automatically Ending a call or rejecting an in- coming call Service ( page 280) Calling up vehicle malfunction,...
Page 269: Trip Menu
Control systems Instrument cluster control system Trip menu The menu overview can be found on ( page 266). In the “Trip” menu, you can show an addi- tional display for the speedometer and call up or reset your vehicle’s statistical data. Standard display In the standard display, the trip odometer and main odometer are shown in the mul-...
Page 270: Navi Menu
Resetting fuel consumption statistics Press ( or & to select the “Trip” menu. Press % or $ to select the func- tion you wish to reset. Press #. Illustration: Reset trip odometer Press % to select “Yes” and confirm with #. You can reset the trip odometer by pressing and holding the button.
Page 271 Control systems Instrument cluster control system Route guidance active The image on the multifunction display de- pends on whether you are being notified of a driving maneuver. No notification of driving maneuver Example illustration 1 Distance to destination 2 Symbol for “follow the course of the road”...
Page 272: Audio Menu
“Calculating Route” COMAND is calculating a route. After- ward, COMAND starts route guidance. “Off Map” The vehicle’s location is outside of the digital map’s range. The vehicle is in an off-map position ( page 212). “Off Road” The vehicle is either on a road that has not been digitized ( page 212) or on the side of a road, e.g.
Page 273 Press æ or ç to adjust the vol- ume. A subscription to SIRIUS satellite radio ser- vice provider is required for the satellite radio op- eration. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details and availability for your vehicle. For more information on satellite radio ( page 105).
Page 274: Amg Menu
AMG menu This function is only available in S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG. The main screen of the AMG menu shows the gear currently engaged the engine oil temperature the vehicle supply voltage Press ( or & to select the “AMG”...
Page 275 Control systems Instrument cluster control system 1 Gear indicator 2 RACETIMER 3 Seconds display 4 Lap You can start the RACETIMER when the en- gine is running or the starter switch is in position 2 ( page 344). While the RACETIMER is being displayed, you cannot adjust the audio volume using but- tons æ...
Page 276 Resetting current lap Press button æ while the timer is running. The timer stops. Press button ç. The lap time is reset to “0”. Deleting all laps It is not possible to delete a single saved lap. Press button æ while the timer is running.
Page 277: Telephone* Menu
Control systems Instrument cluster control system To select a different display, press ( or &. Each lap is shown in its own submenu. The fastest lap is indicated by flashing symbol 1. Telephone* menu The menu overview can be found on ( page 266).
Page 278 These mobile phone cradles can be ob- tained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. For more information about telephone ( page 507). The roof cargo container* may impair mo- bile phone reception.
Page 279 Control systems Instrument cluster control system When you insert a Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phone into the cradle*, the control sys- tem reads in the phone book that is saved on the SIM card or in the phone book of the mobile phone.
Page 280: Assistance* Menu
Answering a call When your telephone is ready to receive calls, you can answer a call at any time with the ignition on. When you are in the “Telephone” menu, you will see the follow- ing message on the multifunction display: Press s.
Page 281: Service Menu
Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning messages ( page 612). Press ( or & to select the...
Page 282: Settings Menu
If conditions have occurred causing status messages to be recorded, the number of messages appears in the multifunction display: “2 Messages”. Press % or $ to select the mes- sage. Press # to confirm. See the “Practical hints” section for mal- function and warning messages ( page 612).
Page 283 Control systems Instrument cluster control system With “Daytime driving lamps” mode select- ed and the exterior lamp switch at position M or *, the low beam headlamps are switched on when the engine is run- ning. In low ambient light conditions the follow- ing lamps will switch on additionally: Parking lamps Tail lamps...
Page 284 USA only: This device has been approved by the FCC as a “Vehicular Radar System”. The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the de- vice will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC.
Page 285: Voice Control
Control systems Voice Control* Operating safety Warning! Please devote your attention first and fore- most to the traffic situation you are in. While the system permits hands-free phone oper- ation, attention to traffic may be diverted not only by physical operation of a phone, but also by the distraction of a phone con- versation while driving.
Page 286: Voice Control* Introduction
Voice Control* introduction The Voice Control System gives you the ca- pability to control the following systems on your vehicle using spoken commands: Telephone* ( page 289) Navigation ( page 296) Address book ( page 306) Audio ( page 309) (AM/FM radio, CD/DVD changer, MP3 player) You control these systems using spoken commands.
Page 287: Spelling
Control systems Voice Control* introduction Spelling You may not need to spell the entire name (street, intersection, city or point of inter- est) especially if the name is lengthy. Spell- ing the first three to five characters of the name should be sufficient for the system to recognize the name provided it is avail- able on the navigation DVD.
Page 288: Controls
Controls Operation via the multifunction steering wheel Item 1 ! to activate Voice Control to accept a call 2 L to cancel Voice Control 3 æ to increase volume ç to decrease volume s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming call...
Page 289: Symbols
Control systems Voice Control* introduction Setting volume level Activate Voice Control. Speak a command, for example “Help”. Press æ or ç. The volume is in- creased or decreased during voice out- put. Set volume for voice output using the COMAND volume thumbwheel on the lower part of the front center console ( page 96).
Page 290: Voice Control* Telephone
These mobile phone cradles can be ob- tained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. For more information about telephone ( page 507). The roof cargo container* may impair mo- bile phone reception.
Page 291: Telephone Commands
Control systems Voice Control* telephone The Voice Control System detects whether your telephone is switched on the corresponding mobile network is logged in it is possible to dial If dialing is not possible, the Voice Control System will advise you accordingly. You can continue operating your mobile phone using the telephone keypad or keypad on your phone.
Page 292 “Dial number” You can dial a phone number using the command “Dial number”. Digits from “Zero” to “Nine” may be used. The phone number must be spoken as a continuously spoken string of digits, or in digit blocks (three to five digits in each block).
Page 293 Control systems Voice Control* telephone “Correction” Using the command “Correction” will cor- rect the last entered digit block. After speaking the command, the last digit block is deleted and all previously entered digits are repeated. The system then prompts you to continue your input. Sample dialog: Dial number Please say the number...
Page 294 After the command “OK”, you will be prompted up to two times to input the name. When repeating the name, make sure that you pronounce it in the same manner as during the first input. Otherwise the name cannot be saved and the Voice Control System cancels the save proce- dure.
Page 295 Control systems Voice Control* telephone “Call <voice entry>” (address book) Use the command “Call <voice entry>” to place a phone call by directly selecting a name previously stored in your address book. One address book entry can have up to three different telephone numbers (mobile phone/car/land line) for both the home and work fields.
Page 296 “List phone book” and dialing a phone number Use the command “List phone book” to lis- ten to all voice entries in the phone book with a phone number stored, and select an entry and dial that number. Sample dialog: List phone book The system reads out the complete phone book entry by entry.
Page 297: Voice Control* Navigation
Control systems Voice Control* navigation Important notes Warning! For safety reasons, you should only select a destination when the vehicle is stationary. While the navigation system provides direc- tional assistance, the driver must remain fo- cused on safe driving behavior, especially attention to traffic and street signs, and should utilize the system’s audio cues while driving.
Page 298: Navigation Operation
Navigation operation The Voice Control System allows you to enter a state or province enter a city spell the name of a city spell the name of district or center spell the name of a street spell the name of an intersection enter a house number enter a complete address select one of your last destinations...
Page 299: Complete Address
Control systems Voice Control* navigation “Enter state”,“Enter province” Use the command “Enter state” or “Enter province” to select a different state or province on the navigation DVD. Sample dialog: Enter state Please say the name of the state New York The system shows a numbered list of states recognized by the system Please select a line number...
Page 300 Number one Number one accepted Do you want to start route guid- ance? Starting route guidance The system calculates the route and, upon completing route calculation, starts route guidance. You may not need to spell the entire name (street, intersection, city or point of interest) es- pecially if the name is lengthy.
Page 301 Control systems Voice Control* navigation “Next POI” With the commands “Next gas station” “Next parking lot” “Next Mercedes-Benz service” “Next restaurant” “Next hospital” you can select POIs in your vicinity. Sample dialog: Next gas station The system shows a numbered list...
Page 302 “Navigate to <voice entry>” (address book) Use the command “Navigate to <voice en- try>” to start route guidance by selecting voice entry with a saved destination ad- dress from the COMAND address book. A voice entry may have two different desti- nation addresses associated with it (home or work).
Page 303 Control systems Voice Control* navigation “Cancel route guidance” Use the command “Cancel route guid- ance” to cancel route guidance. Sample dialog: Cancel route guidance Are you sure you want to cancel route guidance? Route guidance is canceled. Cancel The dialog with the Voice Control System is canceled.
Page 304: Commands For Entering Parts Of An Address
Commands for entering parts of an address “Enter town” The “Enter town” command is used to en- ter any larger town or city in the USA or Canada. If the desired town/city does not appear on the list of towns/cities, the town or city can be entered by using the “Spell town”...
Page 305 Control systems Voice Control* navigation “District” or “Center” Use the command “District” or “Center” to to spell a city location in the city previously selected. Speak the characters as a continuous string (five to seven characters). The sys- tem then displays a list of available city dis- tricts or centers on the COMAND display.
Page 306 “Intersection”, “Cross street” Use the command “Intersection” or “Cross street” to spell and select an intersection. Speak the characters as a continuous string (five to seven characters). The sys- tem then displays a list of available inter- sections on the COMAND display. Select the desired intersection from that list.
Page 307: Voice Control* Address Book
Control systems Voice Control* address book Warning! Please devote your attention first and fore- most to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize your- self with the address book functions. Only use the Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so.
Page 308: Available Commands With The Address Book Not Open
Operating and using address book Press !. Speak one of the following commands depending on the address book status (open or not open). Available commands with the address book not open For a complete list of commands ( page 315). “Help address book”...
Page 309: Available Commands With The Address Book Open
Control systems Voice Control* address book “Delete address book” Use the command “Delete address book” to delete all or individual voice names of the address book entries. Only the voice name is deleted; the remaining data in the entry are retained. “Address book”...
Page 310: Voice Control* Radio
Voice Control* radio Warning! Please devote your attention first and fore- most to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize your- self with the radio functions. Only use the Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so.
Page 311 Control systems Voice Control* radio “Sat Radio*” (USA only) Use this command for switching on the satellite radio*. “Next station” or “Previous station” The following commands are used to start the station search and to tune in the next station: “Next station”...
Page 312 “Station Smooth Jazz” (List saved sta- tions) Use this command (AM and FM only) to di- rectly select a saved station name from your station list. Sample dialog: Station Smooth Jazz The Voice Control System tunes to the cor- responding station. If the Voice Control System does not recog- nize the station name you requested, please re- fer to the section “List station list”...
Page 313 Control systems Voice Control* radio “Delete station list” Use this command to delete the complete station list or one or more stations from the station list. Sample dialog: Delete station list Do you want to delete all voice names from the station list? Are you sure? All voice names have been deleted from the station list...
Page 314: Voice Control* Cd/Dvd Changer/Mp3
Voice Control* CD/DVD changer/MP3 Warning! Please devote your attention first and fore- most to the traffic situation you are in. Before your journey, please familiarize your- self with the audio functions. Only use the Voice Control System when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so.
Page 315 Control systems Voice Control* CD/DVD changer/MP3 “Next CD/DVD/Medium” Use the command “Next CD/DVD/Medi- um” to select the next available medium in the DVD changer. “Track 1” to “Track 39” Use the commands “Track 1” to “Track 39” to select one of up to 39 title numbers of a loaded medium.
Page 316: Voice Control* Command List
Voice Control* command list Command list Chapter “Command list” gives you on over- view of all commands available for use to control the Voice Control System. Which commands are available for use is dependent on the equipment level in your vehicle.
Page 317 Control systems Voice Control* command list help global commands letters of the English alphabet digits 0 - 9 continue go forward next page back go back previous page help radio help tuner radio help tuner help help telephone help phone help address book help CD help disc...
Page 318 store telephone number store name store password dial dial PIN dial number dial PIN number dial PIN code dial phone number dial telephone number dial password dial unlock code confirm confirm PIN confirm number confirm PIN number confirm PIN code confirm phone number confirm telephone number confirm password...
Page 319 Control systems Voice Control* command list incorrect phone number incorrect telephone number incorrect unlock code delete delete PIN delete number delete PIN number delete PIN code delete phone number delete telephone number delete unlock code Navigation commands navigation navi route guidance routing destination guidance guidance instructions on...
Page 320 spell cross street enter intersection enter cross street last destinations last states last provinces spell town spell city spell name of town spell name of city enter town enter city enter name of town enter name of city district center spell district spell center enter district...
Page 321 MB service next MB service point next MB service center next Mercedes service next Mercedes service point next Mercedes service center next Mercedes-Benz service point next Mercedes-Benz service center next service point next service center next hospital next parking lot...
Page 322 open <voice name> delete name delete <voice name> list destination memory read out destination memory play destination memory get destination memory recall destination memory <voice name> <voice name> car <voice name> car phone <voice name> land line <voice name> phone <voice name>...
Page 323 Control systems Voice Control* command list home car phone car home car phone home home land line home land line phone land line home land line phone home home cell phone home mobile cell home cell phone home mobile home mobile phone home cellular home cellular phone home...
Page 324 Radio radio (on) weatherband next station station search going up other station radio seek station <voice entry> go to <voice entry> <voice entry> delete station save station store station select station select channel list station list list saved stations read out station list play station list get station list recall station list...
Page 325 Control systems Voice Control* command list CD (on) CD player (on) CD changer (on) next CD other CD next medium other medium previous CD last CD preceding CD replay CD replay medium repeat medium last medium previous medium next track other track previous track last track...
Page 326 next folder other folder previous directory previous folder last directory last folder repeat directory repeat folder next track other track previous track last track repeat track replay track track 1-39 load track 1-39 load track number 1-39 select track 1-39 select track number 1-39 MP3 1-6 MP3 number 1-6...
Page 327 Control systems Voice Control* command list replay medium repeat medium last medium previous medium next directory other directory next folder other folder previous directory previous folder last directory last folder repeat directory repeat folder next group other group previous group previous repeat group previous replay group last group...
Page 328: Voice Control* Troubleshooting
Voice Control* troubleshooting Help function To support the user, the Voice Control Sys- tem contains an extensive help function. The help function gives you: General hints on how to best use the Voice Control System A listing of all available commands Help commands “Help voice control”...
Page 329: What To Do If
Control systems Voice Control* troubleshooting What to do if ... Problem Voice Control System does not recognize a station list entry. Should interference occur during the pro- cess of storing a name, the Voice Control System prompts you to repeat your voice entry a third and fourth time.
Page 330 Problem Voice Control System does not recognize commands. Voice Control System does not recognize a address book entry. Possible cause/consequence You have not operated the system from the driver’s seat. You have spoken unclearly, too loudly or too quietly. A blower is set to the highest setting, vents are pointed at microphones or wind noise is being created through open windows.
Page 331: Voice Control* Individualization
Control systems Voice Control* individualization The individualization can only be performed when the vehicle is stationary. If you drive off, the individualization will be can- celed. After starting the session, the system will guide you through the individualization by means of acoustic instructions.
Page 332: Controls In Detail
Locking and unlocking Starter switch positions Seats Steering wheel Mirrors Memory function Fastening the seat belts Lighting Windshield wipers Power windows Driving and parking Controls in detail Automatic transmission Instrument cluster Driving systems Air vents Automatic climate control Trunk Power tilt/sliding sunroof Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Loading and storing...
Page 333: Locking And Unlocking
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The SmartKey provides an extended oper- ating range. To prevent theft, however, it is advisable to only unlock the vehicle when you are in close proximity to it.
Page 334 ( page 484). Have the vehicle batteries and their connec- tions checked ( page 692). If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact Road- side Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Factory setting Your vehicle may be equipped with an acoustic lock and unlock confirmation signal fea- ture.
Page 335 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global locking: Press button ‹. With the trunk and both doors closed: All turn signal lamps flash three times. An acoustic signal sounds three times (if equipped and feature acti- vated). The locking knobs in the doors move down.
Page 336: Smartkey With Keyless-Go
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key. The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO are of different color to help distinguish each SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO unit.
Page 337 Have the vehicle batteries and their connec- tions checked ( page 692). If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is malfunc- tioning, contact Roadside Assistance or an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey ( page 332).
Page 338 Always carry the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you. Never store the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO together with: Electronic items such as a mobile phone or another SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO Metallic objects such as coins or metal foil Doing so could impair the function of the KEYLESS-GO system.
Page 339 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO. To determine whether or not your vehicle is equipped with this feature, contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. If equipped and you wish to activate or deactivate the feature, or adjust its signal volume, also contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 340 Global locking: Close all doors and touch outside of door handle 1. Do not keep your hand in the door handle recess. With the trunk and both doors closed: All turn signal lamps flash three times. An acoustic signal sounds three times (if equipped and feature acti- vated).
Page 341: Keyless-Go
Report the loss of the SmartKey, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO or the me- chanical key immediately to your car insurance company. Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement.
Page 342: Opening Doors From The Inside
Opening doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the in- side. Open door only when conditions are safe to do so. 1 Locking knob 2 Inside door handle If the vehicle has previously been locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system.
Page 343: Power Closing Assist For Doors And Trunk Lid
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid It is not necessary to slam the door or trunk lid closed. An electrical power-assist- ed mechanism draws doors and trunk lid closed quietly and automatically once door and trunk lid has been latched.
Page 344: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Locking and unlocking from the inside Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat- tended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 345: Starter Switch Positions
Controls in detail Starter switch positions Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat- tended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 346: Smartkey With Keyless-Go
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GO feature are supplied with a SmartKey with integrated KEYLESS-GO function and a re- movable KEYLESS-GO start/stop button. With the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button inserted and the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO present in the vehicle, press- ing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button without the brake pedal depressed corresponds to the various starter...
Page 347 Controls in detail Starter switch positions The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle. Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P. Do not depress the brake pedal. KEYLESS-GO start/stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only Position 0 Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board...
Page 348: Seats
Seats Warning! All seat, head restraint adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done be- fore the vehicle is put into motion. Seat adjustment Warning! Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 349 Controls in detail Seats Warning! According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat- ing position. Thus, we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible. Regardless of seating position, children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriately sized infant restraint, toddler...
Page 350 Seat fore and aft: Press the switch for- ward or backward in the direction of arrow 5. Depending on the set height of the head re- straint, the seat fore and aft position is automat- ically pre-set. Seat backrest tilt: Press the switch forward or backward in the direction of arrow 6.
Page 351 Controls in detail Seats Do not move the front passenger seat com- pletely forward if objects are stored in the parcel net in the front passenger-side footwell. Items in the net may be damaged. Adjusting front passenger seat from driver’s seat* You can adjust the front passenger seat using the seat switches on the driver’s side.
Page 352: Seat Heating
Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Open the right rear passenger door. Press button 1 to adjust the front passenger seat. The indicator lamp in button 1 comes Adjust front passenger seat using seat switches 2, 3, 4 and 5. To adjust right rear passenger seat ( page 349), press button 1 again.
Page 353: Seat Ventilation
Controls in detail Seats If one or more of the lamps on the seat heat- ing button are flashing, there is insufficient volt- age available since too many electrical consumers are turned on. The seat heating switches off automatically. The seat heating will switch back on again auto- matically as soon as sufficient voltage is avail- able.
Page 354: Head Restraints
You cannot remove the active head re- straint on the driver’s and front passen- ger’s seats. For removal contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For information on active head restraints, see “Active head restraints” ( page 55). Head restraint height 1 Head restraint height Press the switch up or down in the di- rection of arrow 1.
Page 355 Controls in detail Seats Luxury head restraint* adjusting Warning! When folding back the side cushions, never reach between the side cushion and the mounting post. You could otherwise be trapped. 1 Head restraint side cushions 2 Adjusting head restraint forward and backward You can individually adjust side cushions 1 of the luxury head restraints.
Page 356 Placing head restraints upright Pull the rear head restraint upright until it locks into position. Make sure the head restraints engage when placing them upright manually. Otherwise their protective function cannot be ensured. Placing power head restraints* upright (rear outer seats) When you fasten your seat belt in the rear, the respective rear outer seat head restraint places upright automatically.
Page 357: Multicontour Seats*, Rear
Controls in detail Seats Press switch down in the direction of arrow 3. The rear power head restraint will fold down. Press the switch forward or backward in the direction of arrow 2 or 4. The power head restraint will be tilted. Luxury head restraints* (rear outer seats) Warning!
Page 358: Easy-Entry/Exit Feature
Selecting a seat: Press rocker switch 1 or 7 forward or backward. The indicator lamp on the selected but- ton lights up for a short while. Gentle massage Switching on: Press rocker switch 2 forward. Switching off: Pull rocker switch 2 backward.
Page 359 Controls in detail Seats Do not activate the easy-entry/exit feature if the seat backrest is in an excessively reclined position. Doing so could cause damage to front or rear seats. First move the seat backrest to an upright posi- tion. With the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel and driver’s seat will re- turn to their last set memory position or a...
Page 360: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Warning! Do not adjust the steering wheel while driv- ing. Adjusting the steering wheel while driv- ing could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
Page 361: Heated Steering Wheel
Controls in detail Steering wheel Adjusting steering wheel up or down: Move stalk up or down in the di- rection of arrow 2. Heated steering wheel* The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel. 1 Switching on 2 Switching off 3 Indicator lamp Switch on the ignition ( page 344).
Page 362: Mirrors
Mirrors Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic condi- tions. Interior rear view mirror Manually adjust the interior rear view mirror. For more information, see “Auto-dimming rear view mirrors”...
Page 363: Power Folding Exterior Rear View Mirrors
Controls in detail Mirrors Power folding exterior rear view mirrors Before driving the vehicle through an auto- matic car wash, fold the exterior mirrors in. Oth- erwise they may get damaged. Folding exterior rear view mirrors in and out automatically When the corresponding function in the COMAND system is activated ( page 244):...
Page 364: Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirrors
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors The reflection brightness of the exterior rear view mirror on the driver’s side and the interior rear view mirror will respond automatically to glare when the ignition is switched on ( page 344) incoming light from headlamps falls on the sensor in the interior rear view mirror The interior rear view mirror will not react if...
Page 365: Activating Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position
Controls in detail Mirrors Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position Follow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so that the passen- ger-side exterior rear view mirror will be turned downward to the stored position. Make sure you have stored a parking position for the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror ( page 367).
Page 366: Memory Function
Memory function Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should check and adjust the seat height, seat position fore and aft, and seat back- rest angle if necessary, to ensure adequate control, reach, and comfort. The head re- straint should also be adjusted for proper height.
Page 367: Storing Positions Into Memory
Controls in detail Memory function Memory button 1 2 3 Memory position buttons Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Open the respective door. Storing positions into memory Adjust the seat ( page 347) to the de- sired position. On the driver’s side: Adjust the steering wheel ( page 359) and the exterior rear view mirrors ( page 361) to the desired position.
Page 368: Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position
Storing exterior rear view mirror park- ing position For easier parking, you can adjust the pas- senger-side exterior rear view mirror so that you can see the right rear wheel as soon as you engage reverse gear R. For information on activating the parking position, see “Activating exterior rear view mirror parking position”...
Page 369: Fastening The Seat Belts
Controls in detail Fastening the seat belts Warning! Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure all of your passengers are properly restrained. Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident.
Page 370 Warning! Read and observe the additional warning no- tices printed in the “Safety and Security” section ( page 40). 1 Seat belt outlet 2 Latch plate 3 Buckle 4 Release button Controls in detail Fastening the seat belts Pull the seat belt smoothly from the seat belt outlet 1.
Page 371: Proper Use Of Seat Belts
Damaged seat belts or seat belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be re- placed. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. For more information, see “Seat belts” ( page 52). Seat belt height adjustment The vehicle automatically adjusts the seat belt height for the driver’s and front pas-...
Page 372: Lighting
Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The active Bi-Xenon headlamps monitor your steering angle and driving speed, then auto- matically shift their beams to either side to bet-...
Page 373 Controls in detail Lighting If you hear a warning signal you have forgot- ten to switch off the headlamps before opening the driver’s door. In addition the message “Please switch off lights” appears in the multifunction display. Switch off the headlamps. Failure to switch off the headlamps when leaving the vehicle may result in a discharged battery.
Page 374 The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid to the driver. The driver is responsible for the operation of the vehicle’s lights at all times. Turn the exterior lamp switch to *. With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button pressed once, only the parking lamps and the side marker lamps will switch on and off automati-...
Page 375 Controls in detail Lighting USA only By default, the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated. Activate the daytime run- ning lamp mode using the control system, see “Setting daytime running lamp mode (USA only)” ( page 281). With the daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch in position M, you cannot switch on the high beam headlamps.
Page 376: Switching On High Beams
Rear fog lamp (driver’s side only) Switch on the low beam headlamps B ( page 372). Pull out exterior lamp switch to second stop. The front fog lamps and the rear fog lamp switch on. The yellow indicator lamp † in the exterior lamp switch comes on ( page 371).
Page 377: Corner-Illuminating Lamps
Controls in detail Lighting When you switch off the ignition or press button 1, the automatic function is reset and will start counting the next time from the begin- ning. For information on filling up the washer reservoir, see “Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system”...
Page 378: Hazard Warning Flasher
Switching off the corner-illuminating lamps The combination switch for the turn signal resets automatically after major steering wheel movements. This will switch off the corner-illuminating lamps if they were acti- vated by switching on the left or right turn signal. If the turn signal should stay on after mak- ing the turn, the turn signal and corner-illu- minating lamp can be switched off by...
Page 379: Interior Lighting
Controls in detail Lighting Interior lighting Even with the SmartKey being removed from the starter switch you can still use the lighting for the storage compartment, glove box and vanity mirrors, when you open a door or press one of the interior lighting buttons.
Page 380: Door Entry Lamps
The interior lighting switches off auto- matically following an adjustable time delay ( page 248). If the door remains open, the interior lighting switches off automatically after approximately 5 minutes. Manual control Switching on/off front interior light- ing: Press button 3. Switching on/off rear interior light- ing: Press button 2.
Page 381: Courtesy Lighting
Controls in detail Lighting Courtesy lighting For better orientation the inside door han- dles (depending on vehicle production date), the driver and passenger footwells and the center console are illuminated in the dark. Trunk lamp The trunk lamp switches on if the trunk is opened.
Page 382: Windshield Wipers
U or V, set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Switching on/off windshield wipers Turn the combination switch to the desired position depending on the intensity of the rain.
Page 383: Intermittent Wiping
Controls in detail Windshield wipers When the windshield wipers are switched on and you brake the vehicle to a stop, the wipers operate more slowly. Intermittent wiping Only switch on intermittent wiping under wet weather conditions or in the presence of precipitation.
Page 384: Power Windows
Power windows Opening and closing power windows The door windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all door windows are on the driver’s door for the front passenger side window are on the front passenger door for each rear side window are on the rear doors 1 Left front door window 2 Right front door window...
Page 385 Controls in detail Power windows If the window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you are closing the window by pressing and holding the switch, by pressing and holding button ‹ on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*, by pressing and holding the sensor surface (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) on an outside door handle,...
Page 386: Rear Side Window Sunshades
Express-opening: Press the lower part of switch 1 to 4 ( page 383) past the resistance point and release. The corresponding window opens com- pletely. Express-closing: Press the upper part of switch 1 to 4 ( page 383) past the resistance point and release. The corresponding window closes com- pletely.
Page 387: Convenience Closing Feature
Controls in detail Power windows The “Summer opening” function can only be activated via the remote control of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*. The seat ventilation* for the driver’s seat is automatically set to the highest level if activated via summer opening feature.
Page 388 Warning! When closing the windows and the tilt/slid- ing sunroof or tilt/sliding panel*, make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure. If potential danger exists, proceed as fol- lows: Release button ‹ to stop the closing procedure.
Page 389 Controls in detail Power windows Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* 1 Sensor surface on door handle The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located outside the vehicle within approxi- mately 3 ft (1 m) of a door. Close all doors. Vehicles with tilt/sliding sunroof Touch and hold sensor surface 1 until the windows and the tilt/sliding sun- roof are completely closed.
Page 390: Driving And Parking
Driving and parking Warning! Make sure that absolutely no objects are ob- structing the pedals’ range of movement. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all obsta- cles. If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell, make sure that the pedals still have sufficient clearance.
Page 391 Controls in detail Driving and parking For more information on how to operate the gear selector lever, see “Automatic transmission” ( page 399). Starting with the SmartKey Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P. The gear position indicator in the multi- function display should be on P.
Page 392 Repeat the starting procedure ( page 389). If the engine does not start after several starting attempts: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. The engine does not start. You cannot hear the starter. The battery may not be sufficiently charged.
Page 393: Driving Off
Controls in detail Driving and parking Driving off Depress the brake pedal. The gear selector lever can now be used. Shift automatic transmission to D or R. Wait for the gear selection process to com- plete before setting the vehicle in motion. Shifting from gear position P to position R, N, or D is only possible with the brake pedal de- pressed.
Page 394: Turn Signals
Do not run cold engine at high engine speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the en- gine. This is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG only: At engine temperatures below 68°F (20°...
Page 395: Parking
Move away from vehicle. Notify local fire and/or police authori- ties. If the extent of the damage cannot be de- termined: Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If no damage can be determined on the major assemblies fuel system engine mount: Start the engine in the usual manner.
Page 396 Shift the automatic transmission to P. Slowly release brake pedal. When parked on an incline, turn front wheels towards the road curb. Turn the SmartKey to starter switch position 0 and remove, or press KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button ( page 346). Take the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock vehicle when leaving.
Page 397 Controls in detail Driving and parking Automatically releasing electronic park- ing brake Your vehicle’s electronic parking brake is automatically released when: The engine is running. Transmission is in position D or R. The hood is closed. You have fastened your seat belt. You step on the accelerator pedal.
Page 398: Turning Off The Engine
Emergency braking with electronic parking brake In an emergency situation, you can also brake your vehicle while driving by using the electronic parking brake. While driving, press handle for elec- tronic parking brake ( page 395). Your vehicle will be braked for as long as you press and hold the switch for the electronic park- ing brake.
Page 399: Releasing Seat Belts
This can damage the seat belt and impair the effectiveness of the seat belt, and/or cause damage to the door and/or door trim pan- el. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 400: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission For more information on driving with an automatic transmission, see “Driving and parking” ( page 389). Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjust- ments are performed based on current operating and driving conditions.
Page 401 Controls in detail Automatic transmission The current transmission position P, R, N or D appears in the multifunction display ( page 403). Warning! It is dangerous to shift the automatic trans- mission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed.
Page 402 Shifting from P to R With the vehicle at a standstill, depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed. Move gear selector lever up past the resistance point to select reverse gear R. The gear selector lever returns to its original position.
Page 403: Shifting Procedure
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. With drive position D selected, you can use the steering wheel gearshift control buttons ( page 411) or gearshift control...
Page 404: Transmission Positions
P. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Controls in detail Automatic transmission SmartKey: If you turn off the engine using the SmartKey and...
Page 405 Controls in detail Automatic transmission DISTRONIC Plus*: The transmission will shift to park position P automatically, only when DISTRONIC Plus brings your vehicle to a standstill, and when it meets at least one of the following conditions at the same time: the engine is turned off the driver’s or passenger door opens and the...
Page 406 Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason in neutral position N can result in trans- mission damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Observe instructions when taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash...
Page 407: Driving Tips
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Effect ê Drive The transmission shifts automatically. All forward gears are available. Warning! Getting out of your vehicle without shifting into park position P is dangerous. Also, park position P alone is not intended to or capa- ble of preventing your vehicle from moving, possibly hitting people or objects.
Page 408 Stopping When you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic lights: Leave the transmission in gear. Hold the vehicle with the brake. When you stop for a longer period of time with the engine idling and/or on a hill: Engage the electronic parking brake. Shift into park position P.
Page 409: Gear Ranges
Controls in detail Automatic transmission The hill start assist system is inactive when starting off on a level road or downhill grades with the transmission in neutral position N with the electronic parking brake set ® if the ESP has switched off due to a malfunction Gear ranges With the automatic transmission in drive...
Page 410: Automatic Shift Program
Effect è The transmission shifts through third gear only. With this selection you can use the braking effect of the engine. ç The transmission shifts through second gear only. Allows the use of engine’s braking power when driving: on steep downgrades in mountainous regions under extreme operating conditions...
Page 411 Controls in detail Automatic transmission The selected program mode appears in the multifunction display. 1 Current program mode Never change the program mode when the automatic transmission is out of park position P. This could result in a change of driving character- istics for which you may not be prepared.
Page 412: Steering Wheel Gearshift Control
This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Gearshift control buttons 1 Left shift button: limiting gear range 2 Right shift button: extending gear...
Page 413 Controls in detail Automatic transmission Limiting gear range Warning! On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control. Briefly press left shift button 1 or pull left shift paddle 1.
Page 414: Manual Shift Program (S 63 Amg And S 65 Amg Only)
Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Program mode selector switch M Manual For manual gear shifting...
Page 415 ( page 28). Otherwise the en- gine could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Briefly pull right shift paddle 2 ( page 411). The transmission shifts to the next...
Page 416 If you have selected the AMG menu in the control system and you are driving in the manual program mode M, upshift indicator 2 in the multifunction display advises you to upshift before the engine reaches the overspeed range. Thus you can drive at the maximum engine speed for each gear without overrevving the engine.
Page 417: Emergency Operation (Limp-Home Mode)
Shift to park position P. Turn off the engine. Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting. Restart the engine. Shift to drive position D (for second gear) or reverse gear R. Have the transmission checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 418: Instrument Cluster
Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Adjusting instrument cluster display illumination 1 Knob...
Page 419: Tachometer
248°F (120°C), i.e. in the red zone of the coolant temperature gauge. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim- ited Warranty. During severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant temperature may rise close to 248°F (120°C), i.e.
Page 420: Driving Systems
Driving systems The driving systems of your vehicle are de- scribed on the following pages: Cruise control ( page 419) and DISTRONIC Plus*( page 424), with which the vehicle can maintain a preset speed. Airmatic ( page 440) (S 550 only) and ABC* ( page 442) adjust the vehicle suspension characteristics automati- cally and control the vehicle level.
Page 421 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! The cruise control brakes automatically so that the set speed is not exceeded. The brake pedal depresses when the cruise con- trol engages the brakes. Keep driver’s foot area clear at all times, in- cluding the area under the brake pedal.
Page 422 Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The cruise control is activated. The last set speed appears in the multifunction display for approxi- mately 5 seconds. The corresponding speedometer segments from the selected speed to the vehicle maximum speed in the multifunction display are illumi- nated.
Page 423 Controls in detail Driving systems Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate the cruise control. After brief acceler- ation (e.g. for passing), the cruise control will re- sume the last speed set. Setting a higher speed Warning! If you increase the set speed, keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the ve- hicle has made the necessary adjustments.
Page 424 Release the cruise control lever. The vehicle set speed increases in in- crements 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h). The new speed is set and the vehicle will ac- celerate. Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached the set speed.
Page 425: Distronic Plus
Controls in detail Driving systems Briefly pull the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow 4 ( page 420). The cruise control resumes to the last set speed or if no speed is stored, it will set and store the current speed. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
Page 426 Warning! DISTRONIC Plus is a convenience system. Its speed adjustment reduction capability is intended to make the cruise control more ef- fective and usable when traffic speeds vary. It is not however, intended to, nor does it, re- place the need for extreme care. The re- sponsibility for the vehicle speed and the distance to the vehicle ahead, including most importantly brake operation to assure...
Page 427 Controls in detail Driving systems DISTRONIC Plus does not act upon adverse sight distance conditions. Do not use DISTRONIC Plus during conditions of fog and heavy rain, snow or sleet. Warning! DISTRONIC Plus cannot take weather condi- tions into account. Switch off DISTRONIC Plus or do not turn it on if: roads are slippery or covered with snow or ice.
Page 428 USA only: This device has been approved by the FCC as a “Vehicular Radar System”. The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the de- vice will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC.
Page 429 Controls in detail Driving systems vehicle ahead and your vehicle’s current speed indicate that DISTRONIC Plus will not be capable of slowing the vehicle sufficiently to maintain the preset following distance, which creates a danger of a collision. Immediately brake your vehicle to increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.
Page 430 The menu overview can be found on ( page 266). Press ( or & to select the “Assistance” menu. Press % or $ to select the “Distance display” function. Press #. The DISTRONIC Plus distance graphic appears and you will see one of the fol- lowing displays on the multifunction display.
Page 431 Controls in detail Driving systems DISTRONIC Plus lever The DISTRONIC Plus system is operated by means of the DISTRONIC Plus lever. 1 Setting current or higher speed Adjustment in 1 mph or 5 mph increments 2 Setting current or lower speed Adjustment in 1 mph or 5 mph increments 3 Canceling DISTRONIC Plus...
Page 432 ® if ESP is switched off if the hood is open if the driver’s door is open and the driv- er has not fastened his or her seat belt if the radar sensors are switched off ( page 282). Switching on while driving Tap DISTRONIC Plus lever up 1 or down 2 until desired speed is set.
Page 433 Controls in detail Driving systems If DISTRONIC Plus is switched off, ® PRE-SAFE Brake* ( page 76) will warn of an impending collision if this function has been ac- tivated with the instrument cluster control sys- tem ( page 279). Starting off When the vehicle in front of you starts off: Remove your foot from the brake...
Page 434 Warning! Never get out of the vehicle while DISTRONIC Plus is switched on! DISTRONIC Plus must never be operated or switched off by passengers or from outside the vehicle. DISTRONIC Plus is not a substitute for the electronic parking brake and may not be used for parking.
Page 435 Controls in detail Driving systems Adjustment in 5 mph increments Warning! You can increase the vehicle speed in 5 mph increments. When using this feature, keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached the set speed. Increase the vehicle speed to a value that the prevailing road conditions permit.
Page 436 The set value is decreased in 5 mph incre- ments each time you press the DISTRONIC Plus lever down past the resistance point. Briefly press the DISTRONIC Plus lever down past the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 ( page 430). Release the DISTRONIC Plus lever.
Page 437 Controls in detail Driving systems the radar sensors are switched off ( page 282) the vehicle rolls backward The segments in the multifunction display go out, an acoustic signal sounds, and the message “DISTRONIC PLUS Off” appears in the multifunction display for approximately 5 seconds.
Page 438 The distance setting switch for the target distance is located on the DISTRONIC Plus lever. 1 Distance setting switch for target dis- tance 2 To increase target distance 3 To decrease target distance Increasing distance Increasing the distance setting causes DISTRONIC Plus to maintain a greater fol- lowing distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 439 Controls in detail Driving systems The most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially at times of snow and ice or heavy rain. In such a case, DISTRONIC Plus will switch off, and the message: “DISTRONIC PLUS currently unavailable...
Page 440 Offset driving A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by DISTRONIC Plus. There will be insufficient distance to the vehicle ahead. Lane changing DISTRONIC Plus has not yet detected the vehicle changing lanes.
Page 441: Airmatic (S 550 Only)
Controls in detail Driving systems Obstacles and stationary vehicles DISTRONIC Plus does not brake for obsta- cles or stationary vehicles. If, for example, the vehicle detected in front of you chang- es lanes to bypass an obstacle or station- ary vehicle in front of it, DISTRONIC Plus will not brake for the obstacle or stationary vehicle.
Page 442 Vehicle level control with Airmatic Warning! To help avoid personal injury, keep hands and feet away from wheel housing area, and stay away from under the vehicle when low- ering the vehicle chassis. Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to: increase vehicle safety reduce fuel consumption The vehicle chassis ride height is raised or...
Page 443: Active Body Control (Abc)
Controls in detail Driving systems Press switch 1 again to lower the ve- hicle. The indicator lamp 2 is off. The selected vehicle level setting remains stored in memory even if the engine is turned off and restarted except when you exceed a speed of 75 mph (120 km/h) maintain a speed of between 50 mph (80 km/h) and 75 mph (120 km/h) for more...
Page 444 S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG only: When you switch off the engine, the entire vehi- cle is lowered by 0.2 in (5 mm). Vehicle level control with ABC Warning! To help avoid personal injury, keep hands and feet away from wheel housing area, and stay away from under the vehicle when low- ering the vehicle chassis.
Page 445: Parktronic System
Controls in detail Driving systems Selecting a normal level Start the engine. If indicator lamp 2 is on: Press switch 1. Indicator lamp 2 goes out. The vehicle is adjusted to a normal level. Suspension tuning The suspension tuning is set according to: your driving style road surface conditions the vehicle loading...
Page 446 The operational function of the Parktronic system can be affected by dirty sensors, espe- cially at times of snow and ice. Make sure that the area on the bumpers around the sensors is free of dirt, ice and/or slush, otherwise Parktronic may not function properly, see “Cleaning the Parktronic* system sensors”...
Page 447 Controls in detail Driving systems Front sensors Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Rear sensors Center approx. 48 in (120 cm) Corners approx. 32 in (80 cm) During parking maneuvers, pay special at- tention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors (e.g.
Page 448 The position of the gear selector lever de- termines which warning indicators will be activated. Gear selector Warning indicator lever position Front area activated R or N Front and rear area activated Neither activated As your vehicle approaches an object, one or more distance segments will illuminate, depending on the distance.
Page 449: Park Assist
20 seconds and the indicator lamp in the Parktronic switch comes on. Have the Parktronic system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. If only the red distance segments illumi- nate and no acoustic warning sounds, the...
Page 450 USA only: This device has been approved by the FCC as a “Vehicular Radar System”. The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removal, tampering, or altering of the de- vice will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC.
Page 451 Controls in detail Driving systems Park Assist is also switched off when you set the automatic transmission to P or switch off the engine. While the transmission is in neutral position N, Park Assist is switched off if you secure the vehicle in place with the electronic parking brake.
Page 452 Due to the sensors’ broad detection range, it is possible that Park Assist also detects the fol- lowing obstacles and issues a warning: obstacles in the ground, e.g. sewer canal covers, rails, bumps in the road or gutters obstacles moving upward quickly, e.g. rolling garage doors Front sensors Center...
Page 453 Controls in detail Driving systems Front area: As soon as the first red segment lights up, you will hear an intermittent warn- ing tone for approximately two sec- onds. Once the second red segment lights up, you will hear a continuous warning tone.
Page 454: Dynamic Rear View Monitor
Switching off Park Assist system: Press button 1. Indicator lamp 2 comes on. Switching on Park Assist system: Press button 1 again. Indicator lamp 2 goes out. The Park Assist system is automatically switched on when the ignition ( page 344) and radar sensors are switched on ( page 282).
Page 455 Controls in detail Driving systems View through the camera The image from the Dynamic Rear View Monitor is shown on the COMAND display ( page 31). Warning! Please note that objects which do not touch the ground, such as the bumper of a vehicle parked behind you, a trailer hitch, or the back of a truck, may appear to be further away than they actually are.
Page 456 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not use the Dynamic Rear View Monitor if the roads are icy, slippery or covered with snow. The vehicle could slip causing the ac- tual vehicle position to deviate from the one shown on the COMAND display.
Page 457 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! Use of Dynamic Rear View Monitor can be dangerous if you are color-blind or have im- paired color vision. Only use Dynamic Rear View Monitor if you can see and distinguish all colored guide lines shown by Dynamic Rear View Monitor on the COMAND display.
Page 458 1 Yellow and blue guide lines for vehicle width 2 Yellow 13 ft (4 m) guide line 3 Yellow 39 in (1 m) guide line 4 Red 10 in (0.25 m) guide line The red 10 in (0.25 m) guide line 4, the yellow 39 in (1 m) guide line 3 and the yellow 13 ft (4 m) guide line 2 correspond to the relevant distance from the rear of...
Page 459 Controls in detail Driving systems Backing in straight The Dynamic Rear View Monitor must be ac- tivated in the instrument cluster control system in order for it to be switched on ( page 279). Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Switch on COMAND ( page 85).
Page 460 Stop the vehicle at a distance of approximately three feet (one meter) parallel to the vehicle that is in front of the de- sired parking space. in such a way that the front of the parked vehicle is parallel to your rear wheel.
Page 461 Controls in detail Driving systems If an obstacle is inside of or protrudes into the area marked by blue guide lines 4 for the vehicle, the parking space is too small for the ve- hicle. If you turn the steering wheel too far, the message “Steering wheel turned too far.
Page 462: Night View Assist
With the vehicle at a standstill, turn steering wheel as far as it will go in the opposite direction. The guide lines for straight driving 7 and cornering 6 appear in the COMAND display. Back up using the set wheel angle until blue guide line 7 for straight driving is parallel to the edge of the parking space, e.g.
Page 463 Controls in detail Driving systems The Night View Assist image on the multi- function display is not impaired by the headlamps of approaching vehi- cles if you cannot switch on the high beams due to oncoming traffic As a result, you can better follow the course of the road and detect obstacles earlier on.
Page 464 1 Night View Assist image 2 Speedometer display If you change the brightness of the instru- ment cluster while Night View Assist is switched on, only the brightness of the multifunction dis- play is changed. Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 1 Knob Make sure the Night View Assist is switched on.
Page 465 Controls in detail Driving systems Removing condensation Check settings of automatic climate control and change them, if necessary ( page 469). Swing the camera cover downward ( page 591). Cleaning inside of windshield Clean inside of windshield in front of camera with a soft, non-scratching cloth ( page 591).
Page 466 Night View Assist* malfunction Problem The quality of the Night View Assist image has diminished. Possible cause The windshield wipers are leaving streaks on the windshield. The area of the windshield within the cam- era’s field of view is dirty. The area of the windshield within the cam- era’s field of view has been damaged.
Page 467: Air Vents
Controls in detail Air vents...
Page 468 Item 1 Left side defroster vent, fixed 2 Left side air vent, adjustable 3 Left center air vent, adjustable 4 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 5 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 6 Right center air vent, adjustable 7 Right side defroster vent, fixed 8 Right side air vent, adjustable...
Page 469: Opening And Closing Air Vents
Controls in detail Air vents Opening and closing air vents For draft-free ventilation, move the sliders for the center air vents 3 and 6 ( page 466) to the middle position. Center air vents Opening: Turn thumbwheels 4 and 5 upward ( page 466). Closing: Turn thumbwheels 4 and 5 downward.
Page 470: Automatic Climate Control
Automatic climate control Automatic climate control panel, front Item 1 AUTO mode for air distribution and volume, left 2 Temperature control, left 3 Manual fan speed adjustment, left 4 Front defroster Item 5 Air recirculation 6 Automatic climate control on/off 7 Residual engine heat and ventilation (REST) 8 Rear window defroster...
Page 471 Controls in detail Automatic climate control If you have the air distribution and air vol- ume automatically controlled, you can adjust the temperature, footwell temperature and air flow. The following basic settings are recommended: Automatic air distribution control ( page 469) Temperature: 72°F (22°C) ( page 472) Footwell temperature: 0 ( page 255) Air flow: focused ( page 256)
Page 472: Deactivating Climate Control System
Deactivating climate control system Deactivating: Press button ´ ( page 469) up or down. The indicator lamp on the button comes on. You will see “Climate Con- trol OFF” in the COMAND display. Warning! When the automatic climate control is switched off, the outside air supply and cir- culation are also switched off.
Page 473: Setting Temperature
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Setting temperature Use temperature controls %$ 2 and a ( page 469) in the center con- sole or COMAND ( page 252) to sepa- rately adjust the air temperature on each side of the passenger compartment. You should raise or lower the temperature set- ting in small increments, preferably start- ing at 72°F (22°C).
Page 474: Rear Window Defroster
Adjustments Depending on vehicle production date, you can adjust the air volume and the temper- ature when the front defroster is switched on. The air flow will remain on the wind- shield and door windows. Press button Q up or down to in- crease or decrease air volume to the desired level.
Page 475: Maximum Cooling Maxcool (Usa Only)
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Warning! Any accumulation of snow and ice should be removed from the rear window before driv- ing. Visibility could otherwise be impaired, endangering you and others. If the rear window defroster switches off too soon and the indicator lamp goes out, this indi- cates that too many electrical consumers are op- erating simultaneously and the load on the...
Page 476 The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically: after 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below approximately 41°F (5°C) after 5 minutes if the air conditioning is turned off after 30 minutes if the outside temperature is above approximately 41°F (5°C) Air recirculation mode with conve- nience closing or opening feature Warning!
Page 477: Residual Engine Heat And Ventilation
Controls in detail Automatic climate control dure has begun. The windows and tilt/sliding sunroof continue closing until they are fully closed. The indicator lamp on the button comes on. The air recirculation mode is activated. Convenience opening: Press button for approximately 2 seconds.
Page 478: Rear Passenger Compartment Climate Control
Regardless of the selected air volume, the blower operates at low speed when heating. In case of ventilation the blower operates at higher speed. How long the system will provide heating de- pends on the coolant temperature the temperature set by the operator Activating Switch off the ignition ( page 344).
Page 479 Controls in detail Automatic climate control At low outside temperatures or if you have switched off the cooling function, you cannot cool the rear passenger compartment. If the climate control system in the rear pas- senger compartment is adjusted using COMAND ( page 257), the ) symbol appears in the display of the rear control unit.
Page 480: Trunk
Trunk Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the en- gine is running and while driving. Among other dangers exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior. These fumes are damaging to your health. Opening trunk You can open the trunk if the vehicle is sta- tionary.
Page 481: Closing Trunk
Controls in detail Trunk Vehicles with trunk opening/closing system* 1 Remote trunk opening/closing* switch Press and hold switch 1 until the trunk is opened. The indicator lamp in switch 1 comes on and remains lit until the trunk is closed. To interrupt the opening procedure: Release switch 1.
Page 482 Warning! To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the trunk lid opening when closing the trunk. Be espe- cially careful when small children are around. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
Page 483 Controls in detail Trunk Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO* 1 Trunk closing switch Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* 1 Trunk closing switch Press trunk closing switch 1 briefly. The trunk closes. If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high) in the upper motion sequence, the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk re- opens slightly.
Page 484 An acoustic signal sounds three times (if equipped and feature acti- vated). The anti-theft alarm system is armed. If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high) in the upper motion sequence, the closing procedure is stopped and the trunk re- opens slightly.
Page 485: Trunk Emergency Release
Controls in detail Trunk Press and hold switch 1 until the trunk is closed. The indicator lamp in the switch goes out when the trunk is closed. To interrupt the closing procedure: Release switch 1. Trunk emergency release With the emergency release button, the trunk can be opened from inside the trunk.
Page 486 Turn the mechanical key clockwise to position 2 to lock the trunk. The trunk remains locked even when the vehicle is centrally unlocked. You can only cancel the separate trunk lock- ing mode by means of the mechanical key. Insert the mechanical key in the trunk lid lock.
Page 487: Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof
If water enters the vehicle interior, vehi- cle electronics could be damaged which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When the tilt/sliding sunroof is open, reso- nance noises may result in addition to the usual wind noises.
Page 488 You can also open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof using the SmartKey, see “Summer open- ing feature” ( page 385) and “Convenience closing feature” ( page 386). Depending on current position, the tilt/sliding sunroof may also open or close when the air recirculation button , ( page 469) is pressed and held for 2 seconds.
Page 489: Synchronizing
Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Synchronizing The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchro- nized after the tilt/sliding sunroof has been closed manually ( page 674) if the tilt/sliding sunroof can only be opened with a jerking motion after a malfunction Do not open the tilt/sliding sunroof com- pletely if it is not aligned.
Page 490: Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel
Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Roller sunblinds The roller sunblinds are designed to pro- tect you from excessive sunlight streaming in through the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel. The front roller sunblind only operates with the tilt/sliding panel closed. The front and rear roller sunblind cannot be operated in- dividually.
Page 491: Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel
Controls in detail Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Operating rear roller sunblind from rear Rear door control panel 1 Retracting 2 Extending Extending: Press button 2 on the rocker switch until the rear roller sun- blind has reached the desired position. Retracting: Press button 1 on the rocker switch until the rear roller sun- blind has reached the desired position.
Page 492 If water enters the vehicle interior, vehicle electronics could be damaged which is not cov- ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel is open, resonance noises may result in addition to the usual wind noises.
Page 493: Synchronizing
Controls in detail Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Synchronizing The tilt/sliding panel and front roller sun- blinds must be synchronized after the tilt/sliding panel has been closed manually ( page 674) after a malfunction if the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel can only be opened with a jerking motion Tilt/sliding panel and front roller...
Page 494: Loading And Storing
Loading and storing Roof rack* Warning! Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to avoid damage to the vehicle. Follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Otherwise, an improperly attached roof rack system or its load could become detached from the vehicle.
Page 495: Storage Compartments
Controls in detail Loading and storing To help avoid personal injury during a colli- sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care when transporting cargo. Put luggage or car- go in the trunk if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backs.
Page 496 Locking: Insert the mechanical key into the glove box lock and turn it clockwise to position 3. Unlocking: Insert the mechanical key into the glove box lock and turn it coun- terclockwise to position 2. Storage compartments in the front armrest 1 Storage tray/telephone* compartment 2 Storage compartment (not with rear...
Page 497 Controls in detail Loading and storing Parcel net in front passenger footwell Warning! The parcel net is intended for storing light-weight items only. Heavy objects, objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the parcel net. In an accident, during hard brak- ing, or sudden maneuvers, they could be in- jury to vehicle occupants.
Page 498 Vehicles with control panel* in rear armrest Opening: Press button 1 and swing the cover upward. Storage compartment between rear seats Vehicles without rear center seat* Opening: Pull handle 1 backward in the direction of arrow. Controls in detail Loading and storing Rear storage box Do not sit on or lean your body weight against the armrest when it is folded down, as...
Page 499: Cup Holders
Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. When not in use, keep the cup holders closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an acci- dent.
Page 500 Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose during braking, vehi- cle maneuvers, or in an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior. Objects thrown around in the vehicle interi- or may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.
Page 501: Trunk
Controls in detail Loading and storing Trunk Storage spaces under trunk floor You can place a suitcase in the hollow un- der the front part of the trunk floor. Fold down the suitcase handle before clos- ing the trunk to avoid damaging the trunk lid. 1 Trunk floor 2 Storage spaces 1 Storage space...
Page 502 Retaining hooks A hook is located on the upper edge of the trunk and can be used to attach cargo items such as bags. 1 Tab 2 Retaining hook Pull tab 1 of retaining hook 2 down. Do not use the retaining hooks to tie down cargo.
Page 503: Useful Features
Controls in detail Useful features Sun visors Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others. 1 Sun visor 2 Vanity mirror cover 3 Vanity mirror lamp 4 Document holder...
Page 504: Rear Window Sunshade
Rear window sunshade The switches are on the rear doors. 1 Opening 2 Closing You can also operate the rear window sun- shade via COMAND ( page 249) or via the favorite button ( page 238). Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Press upper part 1 of the rocker switch briefly to extend the sunshade.
Page 505: Cigarette Lighters
Controls in detail Useful features Opening ashtray Press mark on cover plate 2 forward. Removing ashtray insert Push sliding button 1 to the left. The ashtray is disengaged and slides out a short way. Remove the insert from the ashtray frame.
Page 506 1 Center console cigarette lighter Open the cover plate ( page 503). Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Push in cigarette lighter 1. The lighter will pop out automatically when hot. 1 Rear center console lighter Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Push in cigarette lighter 1.
Page 507: Power Outlet
Controls in detail Useful features Power outlet The power outlet is located in the rear cen- ter console. Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Flip up cover 1 and insert electrical plug (cigarette lighter type). The power outlet can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories (e.g.
Page 508: Telephone
These mobile phone cradles can be ob- tained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. The functions and services available to you while using the mobile phone depend on your service provider and the type of mobile phone you are using.
Page 509 ( page 146) Please note that these functions are only available with Mercedes-Benz approved mobile phones. Please contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for informa- tion on features available for your mobile phone of choice. Open telephone compartment ( page 495).
Page 510 The mobile phone is linked to the hands-free device and the multifunc- tion steering wheel. The battery is charged depending on its charge status and the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch. The charge procedure will be indicated in the mobile phone’s display.
Page 511: Tele Aid
Controls in detail Useful features Press release button in direction of arrow 1 and take mobile phone cradle 3 out in direction of arrow 2. Installing a different mobile phone cradle Example illustration 1 Contact plate 2 Recesses 3 Mobile phone cradle Insert mobile phone cradle 3 into recesses 2 of contact plate 1.
Page 512 If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, the system may not operate as ex- pected. Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Emergency calls An emergency call is initiated...
Page 513 Controls in detail Useful features All information relevant to the emergency, such as the location of the vehicle (deter- mined by the GPS satellite location sys- tem), vehicle model, identification number and color are generated. During the emergency call message “Emer- gency Call Activated”...
Page 514 Initiating an emergency call manually 1 SOS button 2 Cover Briefly press button on cover 2 to open. Cover 2 will open. Press SOS button 1 (for longer than 2 seconds). The indicator lamp in SOS button 1 will flash until the emergency call is concluded.
Page 515 Roadside Assistance button • Press and hold Roadside Assistance button • (for longer than 2 seconds). A call to a Mercedes-Benz Roadside As- sistance dispatcher will be initiated. The button will flash while the call is in progress. The message: “Connecting call”...
Page 516 (in red) at any time, the Tele Aid system has detected a fault or the service is not current- ly activated, and may not initiate a call. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center and have the system checked or contact the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada) as soon as possi- ble.
Page 517 COMAND during the connection with the Roadside Assistance or Customer Assistance Center. The transmitted data can contain address details for a Mercedes-Benz Center or POIs (points of interest). Route guidance A prompt appears for confirmation if route guidance to the address is to be started.
Page 518 In case you have locked your vehicle unin- tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the reserve SmartKey is not handy: Contact the Mercedes-Benz Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada). You will be asked to provide your pass- word which you provided when you completed the subscriber agreement.
Page 519: Garage Door Opener
The message is transmitted in the background with no driver interaction necessary. This feature allows your preferred Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter to significantly improve the process of arranging your service appointment and ensures that your vehicle receives the best possible care.
Page 520 Interior rear view mirror with integrated remote control Indicator lamp 2 3 4 Signal transmitter button Needed for programming (not part of vehi- cle equipment): Hand-held remote control of ga- rage door opener, gate operator or other device Hand-held remote control button Warning! Before programming the integrated remote...
Page 521 Controls in detail Useful features Programming integrated remote control Step 1: Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Step 2: If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish to retain its programming, proceed to step 3. If you are programming the integrated remote control for the first time, press and hold the two outer signal transmit- ter buttons 2 and 4 and release...
Page 522 If indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly for about 2 seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with programming steps 8 through 12 as your garage door opener may be equipped with the “rolling code” feature. Step 7: To program the remaining two signal transmitter buttons, repeat the steps above starting with step 3.
Page 523 Controls in detail Useful features If you live in Canada or if you are having difficulties programming a gate operator (regardless of where you live) by using the programming procedures, replace step 4 with the following: Step 4: Press and hold the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4).
Page 524 If you should experience further difficulties with programming the integrated remote control, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, or call Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen- ter (in the USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Page 525: Infrared Reflecting Windshield
Controls in detail Useful features Infrared reflecting windshield Your vehicle is equipped with infrared re- flecting glass, which reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehicle interi- or through the windows. The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the glass by in-vehicle electronic devices (e.g.
Page 526: Operation
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...
Page 527: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the “Operation” section you will find de- tailed information on operating, maintain- ing and caring for your vehicle. The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satis- fied you will be with its performance later Drive your vehicle during the first 1000 miles (1500 km) at varying but...
Page 528: Driving Instructions
Mainte- nance Booklet and as required by the Maintenance System. Contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuel consumption is also increased by driv- ing in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips, and in hilly area.
Page 529: Brakes
( page 601). Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear ( page 612). Have the brake system inspected immediately. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 530 This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim- ited Warranty. After hard braking, it is advisable to drive...
Page 531: Driving Off
® period with the ESP switched off. Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited War- ranty. Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear.
Page 532: Tires
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center or tire dealer for repairs. Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six...
Page 533: Tire Traction
Exercise appro- priate caution. Avoid spinning of a drive wheel. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited War- ranty. Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed.
Page 534: Winter Driving Instructions
( page 568). If you are uncertain about the correct read- ing of the information given on a tire’s side- wall, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to assist you. For information on speed ratings for winter tires, see ( page 571) and ( page 580).
Page 535: Standing Water
Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 536: Passenger Compartment
The trunk is the preferred place to carry ob- jects. Driving abroad Abroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your disposal. If you plan to drive into areas which are not listed in the index of your Mercedes-Benz Center directory, you should request pertinent information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 537: Catalytic Converter
These systems will function properly only when maintained strictly according to fac- tory specifications. Any adjustments on the engine should, therefore, be carried out only by qualified Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter authorized technicians. Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way. The specified service proce-...
Page 538: Coolant Temperature
The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature over 248°F (120°C). Doing so may cause serious en- gine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Operation Driving instructions Warning! Driving when your engine is badly over-...
Page 539: At The Gas Station
In case that the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap, or the opening mechanism is clamping, notify Roadside Assis- tance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 1 To open fuel filler flap 2 To insert fuel filler cap...
Page 540 Take off the fuel filler cap and set it in the direction of arrow 2 and place it into holder 3 located on the inside of the fuel filler flap. To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air, fully insert filler nozzle unit.
Page 541: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip
Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem. For more information, see “Practical hints”...
Page 542: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Hood Warning! Do not pull the release lever while the vehi- cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and/or others. Opening Warning! You could be injured when the hood is open...
Page 543 Operation Engine compartment Warning! To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. The radiator fan may continue to run for ap- proximately 30 seconds or even restart af- ter the engine has been turned off.
Page 544: Engine Oil
Do not use any special lubricant additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Us- ing special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on this subject is available at any Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 545 Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and catalyt- ic converter not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For more information on messages in the multifunction display concerning engine oil, see the “Practical hints”...
Page 546 Checking engine oil level with the oil dipstick (S 550 and S 63 AMG) To check the engine oil level with the oil dipstick, do the following: Open the hood ( page 541). Example illustration from S 550 1 Oil dipstick 2 Upper mark 3 Lower mark Example illustration from S 550 4matic...
Page 547: Transmission Fluid Level
System, or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Example illustration from S 550 S 63 AMG 1 Filler cap Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.
Page 548: Active Body Control* (Abc*) Fluid Level
Active Body Control* (ABC*) fluid level Regular fluid level check is not required. If you notice fluid leaks or malfunction mes- sages in the multifunction display, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center check the ABC-system. Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze.
Page 549: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System
Operation Engine compartment Using a rag, turn cap 1 slowly approx- imately one half turn counterclockwise to release any excess pressure. Continue turning the cap counterclock- wise and remove it. The coolant level is correct if the level for cold coolant: reaches the white marking (plastic bridge) inside the cool- ant expansion tank for warm coolant: is approximately...
Page 550 Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma- ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. To open washer fluid reservoir: Pull tab of cap 1 upward. Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water (or commercially available premixed wind- shield washer solvent/antifreeze, de-...
Page 551: Tires And Wheels
When replacing rims, only use genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for the particular rim type. Failure to do so can result in the bolts loosening and possibly an accident.
Page 552: Tire Care And Maintenance
Tire care and maintenance Warning! Regularly check the tires for damage. Dam- aged tires can cause tire inflation pressure loss. As a result, you could lose control of your vehicle. Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the tire tread is badly worn, or if the tires have sustained damage, replace them.
Page 553 Operation Tires and wheels Tread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than in (3 mm). Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible at a tread depth of approx- imately...
Page 554: Direction Of Rotation
Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advan- tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor- mance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified. An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation (spinning) of the tire.
Page 555 Operation Tires and wheels Tire and Loading Information Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit or total load limit as indi- cated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Over- loading the tires can overheat them, possi- bly causing a blowout.
Page 556 1 Seating capacity information on the Tire and Loading Information placard Steps for determining correct load limit The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.
Page 557 Operation Tires and wheels Example Combined Number of weight limit occupants of occu- (driver and pants and passengers) cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1500 lbs 1500 lbs 1500 lbs The higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.
Page 558 The tongue load typically is 10% of the trailer weight and everything loaded in Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. Mercedes-Benz does not recom- mend trailer towing with your vehicle.
Page 559: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
Operation Tires and wheels Recommended tire inflation pressure Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being over- heated. Do not overinflate tires.
Page 560 If your vehicle is not equipped with the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure. Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the value for...
Page 561: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
Operation Tires and wheels Tire inflation pressure changes by approxi- mately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18°F (10°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire inflation pressure where the temperature is different from the outside temperature. Checking tire inflation pressure Regularly check the tire inflation pressure at least once a month.
Page 562 If you have overfilled the tire, release tire in- flation pressure by pushing the metal stem of the valve with e.g. a tip of a pen. Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge. Install the valve cap. Repeat this procedure for each tire.
Page 563 Operation Tires and wheels When the message “Tire pressures dis- played after driving a few minutes” appears in the display, the individual inflation pressure val- ues are matched with the tires. The individual values are displayed after a few minutes driving. Warning! It is the driver’s responsibility to calibrate the TPMS on the recommended cold infla-...
Page 564 Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may effect the vehi- cle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driv- er’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Page 565 Operation Tires and wheels Reactivate the TPMS after adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the inflation pressure rec- ommended for the vehicle operating condition. Tire inflation pressure should only be adjusted on cold tires. Observe the recommended tire in- flation pressure on the Tire and Loading Informa- tion placard on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 553).
Page 566 Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) While the vehicle is being driven, the Run Flat Indicator monitors the set tire inflation pressures by evaluating each wheel’s rota- tional speed. This allows the system to de- tect a significant loss of pressure in a tire. If a wheel’s rotational speed changes due to falling tire inflation pressure, you will see a corresponding warning message in...
Page 567 Operation Tires and wheels Reactivating the Run Flat Indicator The tire inflation pressure monitor must be reactivated in the following situations: If you have changed the tire inflation pressure If you have replaced the wheels or tires If you have installed new wheels or tires Using the tire placard on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 553) or, if avail-...
Page 568: Tire Labeling
Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tires Underinflated tires can: cause excessive and uneven tire wear adversely affect fuel economy lead to tire failure from being overheated adversely affect handling characteristics Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires.
Page 569 Operation Tires and wheels 1 Uniform Quality Grading Standards ( page 574) 2 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( page 572) 3 Maximum tire load ( page 573) 4 Maximum tire inflation pressure ( page 573) 5 Manufacturer 6 Tire ply material ( page 575) 7 Tire size designation, load and speed rating ( page 568) 8 Load identification ( page 571)
Page 570 Tire width The tire width 1 ( page 568) indicates the nominal tire width in mm. Aspect ratio The aspect ratio 2 ( page 568) is the dimensional relationship between tire section height and section width and is expressed in percentage. The aspect ratio is arrived at by dividing section height by section width.
Page 571 Operation Tires and wheels For additional information on tire load rating, see “Load identification” ( page 571). Tire load rating 5 ( page 568) and tire speed rating 6 ( page 568) are also referred to as “service description”. Tire speed rating The tire speed rating 6 ( page 568) indicates the approved maximum speed for the tire.
Page 572: Load Identification
Any tire with a speed capability above 186 mph (300 km/h) must include a “ZR” in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in parenthesis. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99Y). The “(Y)” speed rating in parenthesis designates the maximum speed capa- bility of the tire as being above 186 mph (300 km/h).
Page 573: Dot, Tire Identification Number (Tin)
Operation Tires and wheels Light Load: designates a light load tire. C, D, E: designates load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure. DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) U.S. tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall of each tire produced.
Page 574: Maximum Tire Load
The first two figures identify the week, starting with “01” to represent the first full week of the calendar year. The second two figures represent the year. For example, “3202” represents the 32nd week of 2002. Maximum tire load 1 Maximum tire load rating For illustration purposes only.
Page 575: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards (U.s. Vehicles)
Operation Tires and wheels Warning! Never exceed the max. tire inflation pressure. Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adverse- ly affect handling and fuel economy, and are more likely to fail from being overheated. Do not overinflate tires.
Page 576: Tire Ply Material
surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance. Warning! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Page 577: Tire And Loading Terminology
Operation Tires and wheels Tire and loading terminology Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not).
Page 578 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) This is the maximum permissible vehicle weight of the fully loaded vehicle (weight of the vehicle including all options, passen- gers, fuel, and cargo and, if applicable, trailer tongue load). It is indicated on certi- fication label located on the driver’s door B-pillar.
Page 579: Rotating Tires
Operation Tires and wheels TIN (Tire Identification Number) Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and gives purchases the means to easily identify such tires. The TIN is comprised of “Manufacturer’s identifica- tion mark”, “Tire size”, “Tire type code”...
Page 580 Wheels could become loose if not tightened with a torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). Only use Genuine Mercedes-Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle’s rims. For information on wheel change, see the “Practical hints” section ( page 686).
Page 581: Winter Driving
Operation Winter driving Before the onset of winter, have your vehicle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This service includes: Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze concentration. Addition of cleaning concentrate to the water of the windshield and headlamp cleaning system. Add MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB Summerfit”...
Page 582: Snow Chains
The tires or the vehicle could be damaged as a result. Only use snow chains that are approved by Mercedes-Benz. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. Use of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location.
Page 583: Maintenance
Operation Maintenance We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance with the Maintenance Booklet at the times called for by the maintenance service indi- cator. Failure to have the vehicle maintained in ac-...
Page 584: Calling Up The Maintenance Service Indicator Display
“Service A exceeded by XXX miles (km) Service A exceeded by XX days” In addition, a signal sounds when the mes- sage appears. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will reset the maintenance service indicator following a completed maintenance service. Operation...
Page 585: Resetting The Maintenance Service Indicator
In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center, you can have the maintenance service indicator re- set. The automotive maintenance facility carrying out the maintenance service will...
Page 586: Vehicle Care
Your vehicle has been treated at the facto- ry with a wax-base rustproofing in the body cavities which will last for the lifetime of the vehicle. Post-production treatment is neither necessary nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz because of the possibility...
Page 587 We have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always reflect the latest technology. You can obtain Mercedes-Benz approved car-care products at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed or repaired with the car-care products recommended here.
Page 588 Hand-wash Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct sunlight. Only use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo. Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a dif- fused jet of water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the ventilation intake.
Page 589 Instead, use a damp cloth to clean those ornamental moldings. For very dirty ornamental moldings of which you are sure are chrome-plated, use a chrome clean- er. If in doubt whether an ornamental molding is chrome-plated, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 590 Headlamps, tail lamps, side markers, turn signal lenses Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water. Only use window cleaning solutions that are suitable for plastic lamp lenses. Window clean- ing solutions which are not suitable may damage the plastic lamp lenses of the headlamps.
Page 591 Operation Vehicle care Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham- poo, with plenty of water and a soft, non-scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers. Do not apply strong pressure to the sensor covers.
Page 592 Be careful not to apply wax to the camera lens 1 when waxing the vehicle. If neces- sary, remove the wax using the Mercedes-Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water. Do not clean the camera and the area around the camera:...
Page 593 Operation Vehicle care Clean inside of windshield in front of camera 2 with a soft, non-scratching cloth. If you use a windshield cleaning product, make sure that none of the cleaning product comes into contact with the lens of the Night View Assist camera.
Page 594 To do so, please drive your vehicle for several minutes to allow the brakes to dry. When applying Mercedes-Benz approved Tire Care and Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care products, take care not to spray them on the brake disks.
Page 595 Otherwise you may scratch or damage the sur- face. Steering wheel Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thor- oughly or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care. Carpets Use Mercedes-Benz approved Carpet and Fabric Care for cleaning the car- pets.
Page 596 Warning! Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the active head restraints.
Page 598: Practical Hints
Practical hints What to do if …? Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Opening/closing in an emergency Resetting activated head restraints Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Batteries Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses...
Page 599: What To Do If
Read and observe messages in the mul- tifunction display ( page 612). Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increas- es the risk of an accident.
Page 600 Read and observe messages in the mul- tifunction display ( page 612). Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increas- es the risk of an accident.
Page 601 Read and observe messages in the mul- tifunction display ( page 612). Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increas- es the risk of an accident.
Page 602 Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe loca- tion or as soon as it is safe to do so. Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 395). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
Page 603 Suggested solution Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. An on-board diagnostic connector is used by the service station to link the vehicle to the shop diagnostics system. It allows the accurate identification of system malfunctions through the read- out of diagnostic trouble codes.
Page 604 If it is not closed properly: Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After refueling, start, turn off, and re- start the engine three or four times in succession.
Page 605 Practical hints What to do if …? Problem ® PRE-SAFE Brake*: The red dis- tance warning lamp comes on while driving. DISTRONIC Plus* or PRE-SAFE Brake*: The red distance warn- ing lamp comes on while driving and an acoustic warning sounds.
Page 606 ® If the ESP cannot be switched back on: Have the system checked at an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Continue driving with added caution. Read and observe messages in the mul- tifunction display ( page 612).
Page 607 Practical hints What to do if …? Problem < You hear a warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine. < The red seat belt telltale comes on while the vehicle is standing still and the engine is running or during driving.
Page 608 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediate- ly to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be deployed when needed...
Page 609 Read and observe messages in the mul- tifunction display ( page 612). Have the Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after few...
Page 610 Warning! Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or the tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or the tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire infla-...
Page 611: Air Bag Off Indicator Lamp
Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Also read and observe any messages in the multifunction display and follow corrective steps ( page 612).
Page 612 If the front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out, have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the front pas- senger seat until the system has been repaired.
Page 613: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display
Driving characteristics may be impaired. If you must continue to drive, please do so with added caution. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 614 Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property dam- age or personal injury. Switching on the ignition causes all instru-...
Page 615 Drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and save the speed. ® Switch on ESP ( page 75). Shift the automatic transmission to D ( page 399). Wait until the system cools down. Release electronic parking brake ( page 395). Have cruise control checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 616 Wait until the message in the multifunction display disappears. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as pos- ® Brake* are also sible.
Page 617 Practical hints What to do if …? Display Possible cause/consequence DISTRONIC PLUS You have depressed the accelerator pedal, override DISTRONIC Plus* is no longer controlling the speed of the vehicle. DISTRONIC PLUS You have attempted to activate DISTRONIC - - - mph Plus* at a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h) (USA only) without the vehicle in front being displayed...
Page 618 Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Door Open You have opened the driver’s Vehicle not in Park door and the automatic trans- mission is still in position D, R or N. Before you leave the vehicle, make sure that the automatic transmission is shift to park position P ( page 399) and that the electronic parking brake is engaged ( page 395).
Page 619 Practical hints What to do if …? Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front pass. airbag Front passenger front air bag is disabled deactivated while driving even See Oper. Manual though an adult or someone larger than a small individual is occupying the front passenger seat.
Page 620 If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use the front pas- senger seat until the system has been re- paired.
Page 621 Practical hints What to do if …? Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front pass. airbag Front passenger front air bag is enabled activated while driving even See Oper. Manual though a child, small individual, or object below the system’s weight threshold is on the front passenger seat, or the front pas- senger seat is empty.
Page 622 If above conditions are not met, the system is not working properly. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use the front pas- senger seat until the system has been re- paired.
Page 623 Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 395). Clean the front and rear bumper ( page 590). Have the battery checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Wait until the message in the multifunction display disappears. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as pos- sible.
Page 624 ... miles (kilome- by XXX mls (km) ters) ( page 582). Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as pos- sible. Check if the radar sensors* may be switched on ( page 282). ®...
Page 625 Reactivate the Run Flat Indicator after adjusting the tire infla- tion pressure values ( page 566). Have the Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. may lose control of the vehicle. Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive...
Page 626 If the automatic transmission is shift to drive position D ( page 399): Without changing the automatic transmission from drive position D, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If the automatic transmission is shift to position N, R or P: Do not drive.
Page 627 Wait until the message disappears from the multifunction display. You may then drive off. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 395). Call Roadside Assistance. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 628 What to do if …? Possible solution Do not turn steering wheel too far to avoid damaging the front fenders. Listen for scraping noises. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible.
Page 629 You may then drive off. Continue driving with added caution. Wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing steer- ing capability. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Page 630 Display Possible cause/consequence ABS and ESP ABS, ESP currently unavailable available due to a malfunction. BAS is also See Oper. Manual switched off. It is possible that the self-diag- nostics have not yet been completed. The brake system still functions normally. BAS Plus* and PRE-SAFE not available.
Page 631 Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 395). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem.
Page 632 Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 395). Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Page 633 The brake pads have reached their wear limit. Possible solution Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible.
Page 634 To release: Pull handle of electronic parking brake ( page 395). Drive off carefully ( page 395). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Release electronic parking brake mechani- cally ( page 673). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible.
Page 635 Practical hints What to do if …? Display Parking brake See Oper. Manual (USA only) (Canada only) Possible cause/consequence The red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes. The power supply for the electronic parking brake was malfunctioning or the electronic parking brake was previously mechanically released.
Page 636 Switch ignition off and back on again, and en- gage or release electronic parking brake ( page 395). Carefully drive off ( page 395). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Release electronic parking brake mechani- cally ( page 673).
Page 637 Possible solution Carefully drive off ( page 395). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. In the event of overvoltage or undervoltage: Remove the cause of the overvoltage or und- ervoltage, e.g.
Page 638 If the electronic parking brake cannot be en- gaged: Shift the automatic transmission to P ( page 399). Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using a chock from the vehicle tool kit ( page 670). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible.
Page 639 Practical hints What to do if …? Display Please release parking brake (USA only) (Canada only) Please release parking brake Possible cause/consequence The red indicator lamp for the electronic parking brake flashes and you also hear a warning signal. You are driving with the electronic parking brake activated, or you are carrying out an emergency brake application with the elec- tronic parking brake ( page 395).
Page 640 What to do if …? Possible solution Switch on the ignition ( page 344). Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Page 641 BAS Plus* and PRE-SAFE Brake* are also not available. Possible solution Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
Page 642 Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. As soon as the brakes have cooled off, the elec- tronic traction system switches on again.
Page 643 Do not turn steering wheel too far to avoid damaging the front fenders. Listen for scraping noises. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. There is otherwise danger of an accident.
Page 644 Practical hints What to do if …? Possible solution Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Do not drive off. Wait until the message disappears from the multifunction display.
Page 645 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is intact: Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Page 646 Do not ignore the low engine coolant level warning. Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim- ited Warranty. Do not drive without a sufficient amount of cool- ant in the cooling system. The engine will over- heat, causing major engine damage.
Page 647 Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster ( page 28). The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248°F (120°C). Do- ing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 648 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If it is intact: Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed. Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Page 649 Restart the engine. If this message disappears from the multi- function display: Drive immediately to the nearest autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. If this message does not disappear from the multifunction display: Call Roadside Assistance. Observe the coolant temperature gauge in the instrument cluster ( page 28).
Page 650 If it is not closed properly: Close the fuel cap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 395).
Page 651 Practical hints What to do if …? Display not recognized Possible cause/consequence The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not recognized while the engine is running be- cause the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not in the vehicle. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* is not recognized while the engine is running be- cause there is strong radio-frequency inter- ference.
Page 652 Display Possible cause/consequence Close doors You wanted to lock the vehicle but not all to lock them doors were closed. Do not This display appears (for a maximum of forget key 60 seconds) if the driver’s door is opened with the engine turned off and no SmartKey in the starter switch.
Page 653 KEYLESS-GO* button ( page 345). Wait until the message disappears from the multifunction display. Remove KEYLESS-GO* button from the starter switch ( page 345). Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible.
Page 654 The active headlamps are malfunctioning. inoperative Practical hints What to do if …? Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 678). Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 678).
Page 655 Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. To switch off the headlamps (U.S. vehicles only): Switch off daytime running lamps in the in- strument cluster control system ( page 281).
Page 656 Practical hints What to do if …? Possible solution Have the LEDs replaced as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 678).
Page 657 Possible solution Switch off the headlamps ( page 371). Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible.
Page 658 A substitute bulb is being used. Practical hints What to do if …? Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible.
Page 659 You have tried to switch on Night View As- sist* while the automatic transmission was in position R. Possible solution Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter as soon as possible. Wait until the message “Night View Assist available again” appears.
Page 660 Display Possible cause/consequence Night View Assist You have tried to switch on Night View As- sist* but the light switch is not set to * Lights ON or AUTO, or B. not in R gear In addition, the automatic transmission is in position R.
Page 661 Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The engine oil level warnings should not be ignored. Extended driving with the symbol dis- played could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limit- ed Warranty.
Page 662 There is a risk of damaging: the engine the catalytic converter Practical hints What to do if …? Possible solution Have the measuring system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have excess oil siphoned or drained off. Con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 663 In the event that a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Possible cause/consequence There is a malfunction in the supplemental restraint systems. The air bags or emergen-...
Page 664 In the event that a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above, the SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Possible solution immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be deployed...
Page 665 Possible solution Have the Tele Aid system checked by an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers. Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 395).
Page 666 Display Possible cause/consequence Tire pressure Vehicles with Advanced TPMS*: Check tires The pressure is too low in one or more tires. Check tires Vehicles with Advanced TPMS*: The pressure is too low in one or more tires. The respective tire is shown in the multi- function display.
Page 667 Or the tire pressures of the individual wheels differ too radically from one anoth- Possible solution Have the Advanced TPMS* checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the wheel sensors installed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The tire pressure for the respective tire is shown in the multifunction display after a few minutes driving.
Page 668 Display Possible cause/consequence Shift to 'P' You have attempted to turn off the engine with the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button and opened the driver’s door with the auto- matic transmission not shift to park position P. You are driving with the trunk open. Washer fluid, The water level has dropped to approx.
Page 669: Where Will I Find
Practical hints Where will I find ...? First aid kit Always keep the storage compartment un- der the front passenger seat closed while the ve- hicle is in motion. Check expiration dates and contents for completeness at least once a year and replace missing/expired items.
Page 670 Vehicle jack Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack.
Page 671 Practical hints Where will I find ...? Minispare wheel The Minispare wheel is stored in the com- partment underneath the trunk floor. 1 Minispare wheel with spare wheel bolts in container on wheel rim 2 Luggage bowl 3 Vehicle tool kit, jack and collapsible wheel chock Removing the Minispare wheel Turn luggage bowl 2 counterclock-...
Page 672: Unlocking/Locking In An Emergency
Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle If you cannot unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO*, unlock the driver’s door and the trunk using the me- chanical key. Unlocking the vehicle with the mechanical key and opening the driver’s door or the trunk with the mechanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm system ( page 81).
Page 673: Locking The Vehicle
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the trunk A minimum height clearance of 6.0 ft (1.8 m) is required to open the trunk lid. 1 Unlocking in an emergency 2 Mechanical key Insert the mechanical key 2 into the trunk lid lock until it stops.
Page 674: Mechanically Releasing The Electronic Parking Brake
If your vehicle is not equipped a mechanical release device for releasing the electronic park- ing brake contact Roadside Assistance or an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! If you mechanically release the electronic parking brake, the vehicle may start to move on its own.
Page 675: Opening/Closing In An Emergency
If your vehicle is not equipped with a crank and you cannot open or close the tilt/sliding sunroof or tilt/sliding panel due to a malfunction contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The drive mechanism is behind the left sun visor. 1 Cover Remove cover 1.
Page 676: Resetting Activated Head Restraints
For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. You will find the reset tool for manually operating the head restraints in the Mercedes-Benz vehicle literature pouch. Warning! For safety reasons, have the active head...
Page 677: Replacing Smartkey Batteries
If the batteries in the SmartKey/SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* are discharged, the ve- hicle can no longer be locked or unlocked. It is recommended to have the batteries re- placed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive substances.
Page 678 3 Batteries 4 Contact springs Pull out batteries 3. Using a line-free cloth, insert new bat- teries 3 under contact springs 4 with the positive terminal (+) side facing up. Return battery compartment 2 into housing until it locks into place. Slide the mechanical key back into the SmartKey/SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*.
Page 679: Replacing Bulbs
Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Contact an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center for headlamp adjustment. If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as a result of high humid- ity, driving the vehicle a distance with the lights on should clear up the fogging.
Page 680: Bulbs
H11-55 W 8 Turn signal lamp PY 24 W Bi-Xenon headlamps: Low beam and high beam use the same D1S-35W lamp. Do not replace the Bi-Xenon bulbs yourself. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Practical hints Replacing bulbs Rear lamps Lamp Type...
Page 681: Replacing Bulbs For Front Lamps
Do not replace the LEDs yourself. You could otherwise damage the LEDs or parts of the vehi- cle. Only have the LEDs replaced by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Have the headlamp adjustment checked regularly. Replacing bulbs for front lamps...
Page 682 1 Cover 1 2 Cover 2 3 Cover 3 Removing and installing washer fluid reservoir on left-hand side Vehicles with Airmatic* You must remove the washer fluid reser- voir in order to change the bulbs of the front headlamp on the left-hand side. The washer fluid reservoir is on the front left-hand side of the engine compartment.
Page 683 Practical hints Replacing bulbs High beam flasher lamp In vehicles with Bi-Xenon headlamps, you can only change the halogen bulb for the high-beam flasher lamp. 1 Bulb holder 2 Wire position 3 Grip Turn cover 2 ( page 681) counter- clockwise and remove it.
Page 684 If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to func- tion, the entire turn signal unit must be re- placed. Have the turn signal unit replaced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Front side marker lamp bulbs Since replacing the side marker lamp bulbs...
Page 685: Replacing Wiper Blades
For your convenience, we recommend that you have this work carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Placing wiper arms in vertical position Wiper blades in vertical position Make sure the hood is fully closed.
Page 686: Removing Wiper Blades
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO* Make sure the vehicle’s on-board elec- tronics have status 1 ( page 346). Turn combination switch to wiper setting u ( page 381). Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button repeatedly until windshield wipers start. Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button when the wiper arms are in a vertical position.
Page 687: Flat Tire
50 mph (80 km/h). Contact the nearest Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel. Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted.
Page 688 Preparing the vehicle Prepare the vehicle as described ( page 686). Take vehicle tool kit tray and vehicle jack out of trunk ( page 668). Take the spare wheel from the wheel well under the trunk floor ( page 670). Lifting the vehicle Warning! The jack is designed exclusively for jacking...
Page 689 Practical hints Flat tire The jack take-up brackets are located di- rectly behind the front wheel housings and in front of the rear wheel housings. 2 Jack take-up bracket 3 Jack 4 Crank Place jack 2 on firm ground. Position jack 3 under take-up bracket 2 so that it is always vertical (plumb-line) as seen from the side, even if the vehicle is parked on an...
Page 690 Damaged wheel hub threads should be re- paired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an au- thorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tight- ened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
Page 691 Practical hints Flat tire Wheel bolts 2 must be used when mount- ing a Minispare wheel with steel rim. The use of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts 2 for a Minispare wheel with steel rim will physically damage the vehicle’s brakes. Wheel bolts 1 must be used when mounting a Minispare wheel with light alloy rim.
Page 692 6 Wheel wrench Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly, fol- lowing the diagonal sequence illustrat- ed (1 to 5), until all bolts are tight. Observe a tightening torque of 110 lb-ft (150 Nm). Warning! Have the tightening torque checked after changing a wheel.
Page 693: Batteries
When replacing the batteries, always use batteries approved by Mercedes-Benz. If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about steps you need to observe.
Page 694 Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model to main- tain the battery charge. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information.
Page 695: Disconnecting Starter Battery
You could otherwise destroy electronic assemblies such as the generator. Have the battery checked regularly by an autho- rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Refer to Mainte- nance Booklet for maintenance intervals or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information.
Page 696: Removing Starter Battery
Charge battery in accordance with the separate instruc- tions for the accessory battery charger. Have the batteries charged by a Mercedes-Benz Center. If you charge the batter- ies yourself, follow the operating instructions for your charging device.
Page 697: Reinstalling Starter Battery
Do not drive without a properly installed and connected consumer battery. Have any work on the consumer battery car- ried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Make sure that the consumer battery in the trunk is correctly installed and con- nected.
Page 698: Jump Starting
Only use 12-volt battery to jump start your vehicle. Jump starting with a high- er voltage battery could damage the ve- hicle’s electrical system, which will not be covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim- ited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.
Page 699 Practical hints Jump starting Warning! Keep flames or sparks away from battery. Do not smoke. Observe all safety instructions and precau- tions when handling automotive batteries ( page 692). Jump starting should only be performed on the starter battery. The starter battery is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side ( page 694).
Page 700 While the engine is running, switch off several electrical consumers such as the blower. Disconnect jumper cables first from ground point 4 and negative terminal 3, then from positive terminals 1 and 2. Have the battery checked at the near- est authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 701: Towing The Vehicle
Do not tow with one axle raised. Doing so could damage the transfer case, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must be on or off the ground. Observe instructions for towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground.
Page 702: Towing The Vehicle
Warning! With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.
Page 703 Practical hints Towing the vehicle If you want the gear position to remain in neutral position N, observe the following instructions. Warning! When leaving the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in the starter switch, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle. It is possible for children to switch on the ignition which could result in unsupervised use of vehicle equipment.
Page 704: Installing Towing Eye Bolt
Installing towing eye bolt 1 Cover on right side of front bumper 1 Cover on right side of rear bumper Removing cover Press mark on cover 1 in the direction of arrow. Lift cover off to reveal the threaded hole for towing eye bolt. Installing towing eye bolt Take towing eye bolt and wheel wrench out of the vehicle tool kit in the trunk...
Page 705: Fuses
(recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse) of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart. Any Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject. If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have the cause determined and rectified by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 706: Fuse Boxes In Engine Compartment
Before replacing fuses: Engage the electronic parking brake ( page 395). Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P ( page 399). The gear position indicator in the multi- function display should be on P. Turn off all electrical consumers. Turn off the engine ( page 397).
Page 707: Fuse Boxes In Passenger Compartment
Practical hints Fuses Box on the front passenger side Example illustration from S 550 1 Retaining lugs 2 Cover Opening Press retaining lugs 1. Remove cover 2. Closing Attach cover 2. Press cover 2 down manually. The cover must fit properly, as otherwise moisture or dirt may impair the functionality of the fuses.
Page 708: Emergency Engine Shut-Down
Fuse box in the rear passenger compartment 1 Cover Opening Swing down center armrest. Open cover behind center armrest. Pull cover 1 forward in direction of ar- row. Closing Press cover 1 backward and engage. Make sure that the seal in the cover is not damaged during opening or closing.
Page 710: Technical Data
Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions and weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Page 711: Parts Service
Therefore, Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should be installed. The use of non-genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes-Benz could damage the vehicle, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or could compromise the vehicle’s du- rability or safety.
Page 712: Warranty Coverage
Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties, copies of which are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Technical data Warranty coverage...
Page 713: Identification Labels
Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label (on driver’s B-pillar) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be found in the following locations: on the certification label embossed underneath a cover in the rear center armrest on the lower edge of the windshield Example certification label (U.S.
Page 714 4 VIN Fold down rear center armrest. VIN 4 is underneath a cover in the center armrest. Example illustration (all models except S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG) 5 Engine number (engraved on engine) 6 VIN (lower edge of windshield) 7 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission...
Page 715: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive
Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive S 550 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 ABC* tandem pump (pump for power-steering assistance and ABC* chassis) 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Generator (alternator) S 63 AMG 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley...
Page 716: Engine
1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 Poly-V-belt 2404 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. S 550 4MATIC (221.186) 3.86 in (98.00 mm)
Page 717 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9 Poly-V-belt 2 370 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
Page 718 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9 Poly-V-belt 2370 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating. Technical data...
Page 719: Rims And Tires
For information on tested and approved tires for AMG vehicles, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Using tires other than those approved by Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Using tires other than those approved by...
Page 720: Same Size Tires
1,2,3 Winter tires 255/45 R18 99H M+S. 255/45 R18 99H M+S. 255/40 R19 100V XL (Extra Load) M+S. Radial-ply tires. For use with snow chains contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Not available as factory equipment. S 600 S 63 AMG...
Page 721: Mixed Size Tires
Technical data Rims and tires Mixed size tires Model S 600 Front axle: Rims (light alloy) 8.5 J x 18 H2 AMG rims (light alloy) – Wheel offset 1.69 in (43 mm) Summer tires 255/45 R18 99V Rear axle: Rims (light alloy) 9.5 J x 18 H2 AMG rims (light alloy) –...
Page 722: Spare Wheel
Spare wheel Please compare the recommended tire in- flation pressure for your vehicle with the tire in- flation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim. If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the values given in this Operator’s Manual, inflate the spare wheel tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the yellow label on the spare...
Page 723: Electrical System
Tightening torque 15 – 18 lb-ft (20 – 25 Nm) 18 – 22 lb-ft (25 – 30 Nm) 15 – 18 lb-ft (20 – 25 Nm) 15 – 22 lb-ft (20 – 30 Nm) Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center S 600...
Page 724: Main Dimensions And Weights
Main dimensions and weights Main dimensions Model Overall vehicle length Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded out) Overall vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded in) Overall vehicle height Wheelbase Track, front Track, rear Weights Max. roof load 220 lb (100 kg) Max.
Page 725: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc
Therefore use only products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or inquire at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Engine with oil filter Automatic transmission Warning! Comply with all valid regulations with re- spect to handling, storing and disposing of service fluids.
Page 726 Rear axle Hydraulic system ABC* Power steering Front wheel hubs Brake system For detailed information, please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Model Capacity S 550 1.27 US qt. (1.2 l)
Page 727 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Cooling Vehicles without rear passen- system ger compartment climate con- trol* Vehicles with rear passenger compartment climate control* Low temperature cooling system Fuel tank including a reserve of Model Capacity S 550 12.15 US qt. (11.5 l) S 550 4MATIC S 550 13.9 US qt.
Page 728 Air conditioning system Windshield washer Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze for temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios ( Model Capacity All models...
Page 729: Engine Oils
Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Lim- ited Warranty. Please follow Maintenance System recommen- dations for scheduled oil changes.
Page 730: Premium Unleaded Gasoline
Premium unleaded gasoline Warning! Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause serious per- sonal injury. Never allow sparks, flame or smoking mate- rials near gasoline! Turn off the engine before refueling. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid in- haling fumes and skin or clothing contact, extinguish all smoking materials.
Page 731: Gasoline Additives
Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel quality or from blending additional fuel addi- tives other than those tested and approved by us for use on Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not cov- ered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water...
Page 732 Maintenance Booklet is only applicable if MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze solu- tion or other Mercedes-Benz approved products of equal specification are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level.
Page 733 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity Model S 550 S 550 4MATIC S 600 (main cooling system) S 600 (low temperature cooling system) S 63 AMG S 65 AMG (main cooling system) S 65 AMG (low temperature cooling system) Vehicles without rear passenger compartment climate control* Vehicles with rear passenger com-...
Page 734: Windshield Washer System And Headlamp Cleaning System
Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system Both the windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning systems are supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. The windshield washer reservoir has a ca- pacity of approximately 6.87 US qt (6.5 l). Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water (or con- centrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent/...
Page 736: Index
ABC* 442 Messages in display 626 Setting vehicle level 443 ABS 66 Indicator lamp 29, 66, 598 Messages in display 628 Accelerator position, automatic transmission 406 Accessory weight 576 Accident 394 Active headlamps 371 Adaptive Brake Lights (S 600 and USA only) 68 Adaptive Damping System (Airmatic) 440 Additional turn signals 679...
Page 737 Index Ashtrays 503 Aspect ratio 576 Audio (COMAND) 112 CD mode 120 DVD mode 120 MP3 mode 120 Audio (Control system instrument cluster) 271 CD changer 272 CD/DVD changer 272 DVD changer 272 Audio DVD Fast forward/rewind (COMAND) 122 Menu overview (COMAND) 119 Pause function (COMAND) 121 Stop function (COMAND) 121 Auto-dimming, Rear view mirrors 363...
Page 738 Backup lamps Replacing bulbs 679 Bar 576 BAS 68 Batteries, SmartKey Checking battery condition 340 Replacing 676 Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Checking battery condition 340 Replacing 676 Batteries, vehicle 692 Charging 695 Discharged, Jump starting 697 Disconnecting 694 For electrical consumers 692 For starter 692 Message in display 644 Reconnecting 696...
Page 739 Index Children in the vehicle 57 Air bags 57 Indicator lamp front passenger front air bag off 50, 610 Infant and child restraint systems 58 LATCH-type child seat anchors 62 Override switch for rear passenger compartment 63 Tether attachment points 61 Cigarette lighter 504 Cockpit 26 COMAND...
Page 740 Cruise control 419 Activating 420 Canceling 421 Driving downhill 421 Driving uphill 421 Message in display 614 Setting current speed 420 Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) 423 Cup holder In front seat armrest 498 In rear seat armrest 498 Curb weight 576 Date Setting (COMAND) 236...
Page 741 Index Setting the current speed 433 Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) 435 Warning and indicator lamps 427 Document holder 502 Door Control panel 34, 35, 38 Entry lamps 379 Inside door handle 341 Locking 334, 339 Locking with Tele Aid 517 Messages in display 617, 648 Opening from inside vehicle 341 Opening from outside 333, 338...
Page 742 Dynamic Rear View Monitor* 453 Camera lens 590 Cleaning camera lens 590 Parallel parking 458 Reverse parking (back-in parking) 456 Switching on 456 View through the camera 454 Easy-entry/exit feature 357 COMAND menu 246 EBP 71 Electrical fuses see Fuses Electrical outlet see Power outlet Electrical system, Technical Data 722 Electronic Brake Proportioning see EBP...
Page 743 Index Engine coolant see Coolant Engine oil 543 Adding 546 Additives 728 Checking level 543 Checking level (Dipstick) 545 Checking level (Instrument cluster con- trol system) 543 Consumption 543 Dipstick 545 Filler neck 545, 546 Messages in display 544, 659 Recommended engine oils and oil filters 724 ®...
Page 744 Fuel 539, 726, 729 Additives 730 Capacity, Fuel tank 726 Filling the tank 538 Fuel filler flap and cap 538 Fuel reserve warning lamp 29, 605 Gauge 29 Premium unleaded gasoline 539, 726, 729 Requirements, Octane rating 729 Fuel cap Message in display 649 Fuel consumption statistics Since last reset 268...
Page 745 Index Headlamp cleaning system 375, 548 Washer fluid 727, 733 Headlamps Automatic control 372 Automatic headlamp mode 282 Cleaning lenses 589 Cleaning system 548 Manual headlamp mode 282 Messages in display 653 Refilling washer fluid 549 Headliner and shelf below rear window, Cleaning and care of 594 Heated steering wheel* 360 Height adjustments...
Page 746 Jack 669, 687 Jacking up the vehicle 687 Jump starting 697 Key, Mechanical 671 Loss of 340 Key, SmartKey 332 Battery check lamp 332, 334 Factory setting 333 Global locking and unlocking 333 Lock button 332 Locking and unlocking 332 Loss of 340 Messages in display 651 Opening button for trunk 332...
Page 747 Index ® 29, 599, 604 Front passenger front air bag off 50, Fuel reserve 605 High beam headlamp 29 Maintenance service indicator 582 Park Assist* 29 Parktronic* 29 Seat belt telltale 29, 605 SRS 29, 607 TPMS* malfunction telltale 29, 608 Turn signals 29 Language (COMAND) 238 LATCH-type child seat anchors see...
Page 748 Maintenance 15, 582 Automatic Call (Tele Aid) 518 Calling up service indicator display 583 Clearing service indicator message 582 Maintenance System 582 Resetting service indicator 584 Service indicator message 582 Service term exceeded 583 Maintenance System 582 Manual headlamp mode 372 Manual shift program (AMG vehicles only) Deactivating 415 MAXCOOL...
Page 749 Index KEYLESS-GO* 650 Lamps, exterior 653 License plate lamps 655 Light sensor 654 Night View Assist* 658 Park Assist* 622 Parking lamps 656 ® PRE-SAFE 623, 629 Restraint systems 662 Side marker lamps 657 SRS 662 Tail lamps 657 Tele Aid 664 Trunk 667 Windshield washer fluid 667 Multifunction steering wheel 265...
Page 750 OCS 47 Self-test 51 Odometer 268 Filler neck 546 Oil level see Engine oil One-touch gearshifting 411 Operating safety 19 Voice Control* 284 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 588 Outside temperature indicator 29, 418 Overdue maintenance service 583 Overhead control panel 33 Override switch 63 Paintwork, Cleaning 586 Panic alarm...
Page 751 Index Power assistance 527 Power closing assist for doors and trunk lid 342 Power folding exterior rear view mirrors 362 Power outlet 506 Power tilt/sliding sunroof 486 Emergency operations 674 Opening/closing 486 Opening/closing in an emergency 674 Synchronizing 488 Power washer 586 Power windows 383 Blocking of rear window operation 63 Cleaning 592...
Page 752 Rear fog lamp Replacing bulbs 679 Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear seats Adjustment 347 Folding back and placing upright rear head restraints 354 Head restraints 353 Heating* 351 Multicontour* 356 Setting front passenger seat position from rear 350 Ventilation* 352 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 473 Activating 473...
Page 753 Index S 63 AMG Manual shift program mode 413 S 65 AMG Manual shift program mode 413 Safety Driving safety systems 66 Occupant 40 Reporting defects 21 Safety belts see Seat belts Satellite radio* Calling SIRIUS Service Center (COMAND) 111 Channel update (COMAND) 111 Operation (COMAND) 105 Selecting channel (Instrument cluster...
Page 754 Setting Cruise control 420 DISTRONIC Plus* time interval 436 Following distance in DISTRONIC Plus* 436 Higher speed in cruise control 422 Higher speed in DISTRONIC Plus* 433 Lower speed in cruise control 423 Lower speed in DISTRONIC Plus* 434 Slower speed in cruise control 423 Slower speed in DISTRONIC Plus* 434 Speed in DISTRONIC Plus* 433...
Page 755 Index Steering wheel gearshift control Automatic transmission 411 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 518 Storage compartments 494 Cup holder 498 Front armrest 495 Parcel net 496 Rear armrest 496 Ruffled storage pockets 498 Storage compartment in front armrest 495 Storage tray/telephone* compartment in front armrest 495 Under the front seats 495 Storing tires 552...
Page 756 Telephone cradle Changing 509 Telephone* 507 “911” emergency call (COMAND) 135 Accepting/ending a call (COMAND) 142 Answering/ending a call (Instrument cluster control system) 279 Call lists (COMAND) 140 Changing mobile phone cradle 509 Compartment 495 Dialing (Instrument cluster control system) 277 Entering the telephone number (COMAND) 143 Hands-free microphone 33...
Page 757 Index Information placard 554 Inspection 551 Load rating 569, 578 Load rating, Maximum 573, 577 Minispare wheel 670 Ply composition and material used 578 Problems under-/overinflation 558 Retreads 550 Rotating 578 Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) 565 Service life 551 Sizes 718 Snow 580 Spare wheel 721...
Page 758 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 578 Uphill driving Cruise control 421 Upholstery Cleaning 595 Useful features 502 Valet locking 484 Vanity mirrors In the sun visor 502 Vehicle Batteries 692 Breaking-in period 526 Care 585 Dimensions 723 Individual settings, control system in instrument cluster 281 Locking/unlocking 332, 335 Locking/unlocking in an...
Page 759 Index Switching help window on or off (COMAND) 237 Telephone 289 Troubleshooting 327 Warning indicators Park Assist* 451 Parktronic* 446 Warning sounds DISTRONIC Plus* 427 Drivers seat belts 54 Electronic parking brake 397 ® PRE-SAFE Brake* 79 Seat belt telltale 606 Warranty coverage 711 Washing the vehicle 585 Wear pattern, Tires 579...
Page 760 If you have any questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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